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Re: Where's Larry and Hoppy when you need 'em???
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Thu, 25 Jan 2007 16:59:34 GMT
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In lugnet.off-topic.debate, Dave Schuler wrote:

   Why is it silly, in your view? And what does it say about Republicans in general that they’re willing to oust someone who expresses an opinion that didn’t come from the party’s marching orders?

Resolve for the war is sacred. Don’t underestimate the passion for this issue. All others pale in comparison.

   Lately Repubs have claimed to have a larger tent than Democrats, on the grounds that Repubs allegedly tolerate a wider range of views than do the Dems. Well, we’ll see how big the “R” tent remains after Senators start voicing their displeasure with Bush’s policies.

Not on THIS issue. As far as silly goes; come’on, what is the point of “non-binding” resolutions? Let the Dems stop playing footsie and vote to cut funds for the war if they are serious. Cowards.

JOHN



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  Re: Where's Larry and Hoppy when you need 'em???
 
(...) Well, that explains the chickenhawks and diehards, but the overwhelming majority of Americans object to Bush's handling of the war, so you're essentially saying that Republicans are fundamentally out of touch with their electorate. (...) Well, (...) (17 years ago, 25-Jan-07, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)

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  Re: Where's Larry and Hoppy when you need 'em???
 
(...) Why is it silly, in your view? And what does it say about Republicans in general that they're willing to oust someone who expresses an opinion that didn't come from the party's marching orders? Lately Repubs have claimed to have a larger tent (...) (17 years ago, 25-Jan-07, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)

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