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Article from Politico's Ben Smith- RNC Fallout- Comment
Politico by Ben Smith RNC Fallout: ‘Ashamed’ donor closes checkbook A prominent Evangelical figure and Republican donor says he will end his contributions to the organized Republican Party in reaction to the leaked fundraising presentation that advised using "fear" to solicit contributions and displayed an image of President Obama as the Joker from Batman. Mark DeMoss, who heads a major Christian public relations firm in Atlanta and served as a liaison to the Evangelical community for Mitt Romney in 2008, wrote Chairman Michael Steele yesterday that he was "ashamed" of the presentation, calling depictions of Obama, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and Majority Leader Harry Reid "shameful, immature and uncivil, at best." "I’m afraid the presentation is representative of a culture and mindset within the Republican National Committee," DeMoss, a past member of the RNC’s "Eagle" program for top donors who gave the party $15,000 in 2008, wrote in the letter to Steele, which he shared with POLITICO. (DeMoss hasn’t given this cycle.) "Consequently, I will no longer contribute to any fundraising entity of our Party—but will contribute only to individual candidates I choose to support." The letter was copied to House and Senate Republican leaders, whose campaign committees DeMoss said he’d also stop supporting. DeMoss, whose causes include a project devoted to civility and who is the scion of a major Evangelical family, concluded: "Mr. Chairman, I love giving money to candidates at every level who I believe in and want to see elected. But it is becoming increasingly difficult to consider making a contribution to the Party itself. The sort of behavior displayed in Boca Grande only contributes to the widespread cynicism of politics in general and our Party in particular. It is, in my opinion, indefensible and destructive." His full letter is after the jump. March 5, 2010 Chairman Michael Steele Republican National Committee 310 First Street SE Washington, DC 20003 Dear Mr. Chairman: Like many Republicans today, I am ashamed of the fundraising presentation given by RNC Finance Director Rob Bickhart at last month’s GOP gathering in Boca Grande, Florida. The depictions of President Obama, Speaker Pelosi and Majority Leader Harry Reid were shameful, immature and uncivil, at best. While I realize your office made steps to distance you from this presentation I’m afraid the presentation is representative of a culture and mindset within the Republican National Committee; consequently, I will no longer contribute to any fundraising entity of our Party—but will contribute only to individual candidates I choose to support. I have been a member of the Republican Eagles on a number of occasions in the past, including the 2008 cycle. I have been constantly solicited by the RNC, the NRSC and the NRCC, among other GOP organizations and efforts. Recently I was visited in my office by Lynn Westmoreland, who shared with me the redistricting efforts he is leading in the House. He was requesting funds for this initiative (without the sort of nonsense presented recently by your Finance Director) and I was considering contributing to the project. I will not consider doing so now, with apologies to Congressman Westmoreland. Mr. Chairman, I love giving money to candidates at every level who I believe in and want to see elected. But it is becoming increasingly difficult to consider making a contribution to the Party itself. The sort of behavior displayed in Boca Grande only contributes to the widespread cynicism of politics in general and our Party in particular. It is, in my opinion, indefensible and destructive. Sincerely, Mark DeMoss President, The DeMoss Group Founder, CivilityProject.org cc: Peter Terpeluk, RNC Finance Chairman Rob Bickhart, RNC Finance Director Sen. John Cornyn, NRSC Sen. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader Rep. Pete Sessions, NRCC Rep. Lynn Westmoreland, NRCC Rep. John Boehner, House Minority Leader Rep. Eric Cantor, House Minority Whip Read this post on Politico.
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  • spunkymom

    Why did the RNC do that random presentation for its donors? I mean not only tacky but not even really intelligent or funny or original. None of that would motivate me to give a dime. Sorry party but..im not buying
    5 days, 4 hours ago
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  • spunkymom

    Anyone disappointed in the President's comments at the end of the Heathcare summit today? Basically he said thanks for coming Republicans, but we're not using your ideas and we're gonna push the deal through as is. HUH? All for show apparently. I thought the Republicans did well overall making their case, but to no avail.
    1 week, 5 days ago
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  • ocmama

    Apparently, the John Birch Society is back to supporting the CPAC convention. NOT the way I want the Republican Party to go...help. How do we take our party back from the crazies?
    2 weeks, 6 days ago
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    • momof3

      I agree they will be voted out, but I think for different reasons...we need to be REFORMING the way we run our government and there are people that have an interest in keeping things divisive and unproductive in BOTH parties. The reality is WE HAVE THE POWER and we need to demand that they start fixing things! Go MAMAs.
      1 week, 6 days ago
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    • momof3

      How about one of the leaders in the party denounce them like Reagan did...then, they will be perceived as a fringe element. Right now, they are perceived as main stream Republicans because the party is pandering to them! Scary.
      2 weeks, 3 days ago
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    • ocmama

      The problem is that everyone is afraid of not being re-elected. They are going to have a wake up call in the Fall when their BIG SPENDING, BIG GOV'T, EXTREMIST ways are punished (I'm talking Senators in BOTH parties) by the voters. They are going to lose their jobs if they don't start representing the people.
      1 week, 6 days ago
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  • ocmama

    I agree with you on your favs...I have to add Nancy Reagan and Barbara Bush to the list...
    3 weeks, 6 days ago
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  • Debomama

    What do we think about Palin's speech at the Tea Party Convention
    3 weeks, 6 days ago
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  • spunkymom

    I agree with Daily beast article!
    1 month, 1 day ago
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    • ocmama

      I agree, too! I really like Mark McKinnon. He's a straight-forward, rational guy. I think the President working with the opposition party helps AMERICA. We see them talking/discussing issues and it makes us feel like they are doing their jobs.
      1 month, 1 day ago
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  • ocmama

    Please post Obama's meeting with the Republican caucus. I want to see it for myself.
    on 02/02/10
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    • spunkymom

      read the daily beast article posted here...interesting!
      1 month, 1 day ago
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    • spunkymom

      I like the bipartisan debate that we can see...i always think obama is better on prompter than off...BUT...he did answer their questions pretty well. The problem is that in the State of the Union he made is seem like the Reps had not made ANY suggestions on healthcare and here he said..i saw your suggestions and we incorporated some of them...so he's one way to the masses and another to the people who really DIG for the truth. Hate that. But he did call some out on hey...I read your stuff...now you read my HC bill guys. I don't trust that he's not trying to WAY over build govt. and is SPENDING us into oblivion. But in this case, he did okay.
      on 02/03/10
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    • ocmama

      watching...will let you know what I think...
      on 02/03/10
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    • spunkymom

      its up in the politics hot button
      on 02/03/10
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    • ocmama

      Thanks Spunkymom! I like that I get messages now when someone responds. Nifty. I'm going to watch it. Did you? What did you think?
      on 02/03/10
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    • ocmama

      O.k., Spunky, I watched the whole thing and here's what I think...Obama has been listening to O-MAMA! For crying out loud, he is finally acknowledging there is another party to consider! I liked the way both the Republicans framed their questions and the fact that the President stood there, listened and answered them. For the first time, I could stand listening to him (sorry, not very O-MAMAish), but I thought he handled himself well and both parties were respectful. It forced Obama to listen (without the filter of Pelosi).
      on 02/04/10
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  • Debomama

    The O-MAMAs got into it on the OC Register MOM blog. Go to the media hotbuton to see the article on us! Some great comments on the President's speech. Are we feeling better about the State of the Union?
    on 01/30/10
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  • spunkymom

    As much as I enjoyed the rah rah of the speech...lots of details to be filled in and lots of big promises made. Things that made this Republican go..hmmmmmmmm
    on 01/27/10
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  • La Mere

    Meg Whitman is smart, knows how to communicate and clearly understands business. I think she'll take CA. Once she fixes our state, let's send her to DC.
    on 01/10/10
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    • ocmama

      ABSOLUTELY! Smart, pragmatic and gets things done...she must be a MOM!
      on 01/10/10
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    • spunkymom

      I'm impressed as well! She's not afraid to get down and dirty..get in the trenches and work hard. I like that she wants to restructure the whole "appointee" nonsense as well. Time to get practical. She's an O-MAMA!
      on 01/14/10
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  • Debomama

    Weigh in!
    on 01/02/10
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  • Debomama

    Republicans....calling all cars...those of us in California have a new governor to chose...weigh in on Meg Whittman. We like what she's saying so far.
    on 01/02/10
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  • papafrog

    Right on sister
    on 12/24/09
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  • spunkymom

    I just read that Obama's approval rating is below 50% today. His numbers are slipping! Because of economy? Healthcare? Environment? Maybe the people are speaking out and letting him know that we are not ready for a government run country but are satisfied with by the people for the people!
    on 12/22/09
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    • tiredmama

      "We are not ready for a government run country, but are satisfied with by the people-for the people?" That's called anarchy. We need government to function better, but we need a government. Who do you think keeps us safe? Military? Police? Firemen? Who do you think creates the laws that keep us civil? Who do you think puts money into research & development, so we get new technologies and medicines? Who do you think regulates the water supply and the roads and bridges? I hate to break it to you, it's not THE PEOPLE. It is the government who works to improve the lives of the people it serves. I don't disagree that the government needs to be more efficient and effective, but we need a government. And, our government needs to work for the people and be elected by the people. But, we do need a government to run the country. Let's not get crazy!
      on 01/03/10
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  • spunkymom

    In the health room I just read that Reid's got his 60 votes so the Senate bill will go through probably before Xmas eve. So what's the plan now?
    on 12/20/09
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  • ocmama

    Looks like Healthcare Reform is going to be killed by Democrats. They can't get anything done. Say what you will about the state of the Republican Party these days, but at least we make our agenda happen!
    on 12/17/09
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  • Debomama

    I miss the Reagan way as well!
    on 12/14/09
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  • Debomama

    Check out all the news from this weekend!
    on 12/06/09
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  • La Mere

    @ocmama: I think the entire Rep campaign fumbled--big time. And she's part of that. But that has nothing to do with "pressure." I just thought your choice of the term "pressure" sounded sexist.
    on 11/22/09
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  • sugarmama

    I definitely don't fit into any box ladies and the Grand Ole Party needs to remember dames like me! We need to stick to our principles, but we also need to come up with some good ideas. The country we love is in trouble.
    on 11/19/09
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  • Debomama

    OC I agree! I hope that O-MAMA can help change the tone! No matter where you are on the spectrum, we should be united and not divide the party...but we need a candidate who can rally the troops...doesn't matter if it's male or female, green purple black or yellow...just someone who is intelligent, well spoken, experienced and inspirational! Bring it on! The country is ready. If Obama could do it with the tiny amount of experience in '08, and now it's looking like he'll be a one termer---then it's our race to win next go round--oh political gods hear our prayers and produce a winner!
    on 11/18/09
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  • ocmama

    I'm with you on getting out of the box. I think the GOP is cutting their nose of to spite their face in a lot of ways. What happened to the big tent created by Ronnie...where is all the inspirational words and patriotic hoopla? I miss it all. There are some Republicans that I think are trying to get there, but the extremists are shutting them down. It's sad, really. Our country needs all that good symbolism and leadership. Not pretend leadership, but real leadership. The future of the GOP is out there, we just need to keep asking for it!
    on 11/18/09
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  • Debomama

    Hey O-MAMA's check out our great new discussion group starter topic and tell us what you think!
    on 11/15/09
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  • ocmama

    @La Mere: Don't get me wrong, I think she is a great gal who could probably do almost anything she put her mind to. BUT, I do think she fumbled during the campaign, she quit in the middle of her first term as Governor and I'm not sure she is being smart about the way she is positioning herself right now...maybe I'm wrong? She seems more like a great candidate for the President of the PTA, not the country? I think it's exciting that Meg Whitman is running for Governor of CA. Smart. Strong. Business woman.
    on 11/15/09
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  • La Mere

    OCMAMA: I don't think Sarah Palin would have any trouble dealing with the pressures of the presidency. Why would you suggest that?
    on 11/13/09
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  • ocmama

    How do we feel about Sarah Palin being on the ticket for 2012? She certainly seems to be positioning herself that way...I love her personally, but have reservations about her ability to handle the pressure of the presidency? Where are my fellow GOP moms on this???
    on 11/13/09
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  • latinmama

    I ask again...is the republican win about good republicans or weak dems?
    on 11/04/09
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  • momof3

    @momof2: Yeah, it's called MEDICARE. The only problem is that it only pays for 95% of it's costs. If only the insurance companies kicked in the other 5% back to doctors/hospitals, then it would pay for itself. So, just ask any senior citizen how they like their GOVERNMENT RUN healthcare!
    on 10/30/09
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  • angrypop

    @momof2: I am from England and I have to say healthcare is not as awful as they are portraying it on the television - England's biggest issue is overcrowding due to immigration - this has flooded the emergency rooms and backed up elected surgeries. America could adopt the same system as England and not have the same issues. The greatest thing about the English system is you don't hesitate to get care or have a preventative test or treatment because of cost. Even though the United Kingdom has developed a reputation for lengthy patient queues, its National Health Service (NHS) has some valuable attributes that are worth studying as the US struggles to control its health care costs.
    on 10/29/09
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  • momof2

    okay...so healthcare is gonna take us the last steps down the road towards becoming european ....anyone have a european perspective? i hear the hc in spain is decent...tired of hearing about bad hc in england and canada...does it work anywhere? is there anywhere that socialised-ish medicine works?
    on 10/29/09
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  • ocmama

    @latinmama: It seems like all the Republicans stick together. DEMS don't have that same cohesiveness. I just wish Reps would have an actual plan. I do believe in reforming things because they are out of control and our premiums are going through the roof...I just don' t know what the answers are. I wish Reps would stop pretending there aren't problems and come up with some plans to fix them the Republican way--lower taxes & less gov't.
    on 10/27/09
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  • latinmama

    Do you just do what you're told Reps?
    on 10/22/09
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  • latinmama

    So, Dems are worried about giving up too much, I understand that. The thing is that the Reps will not go for the public option, so get the thing passed with the market place idea and this will at least get the insurance companies under some control so they can stop screwing everyone and can compete across state lines and we can not go bankrupt. The reps are worrying about paying for it...WHO ISNT??? But doing nothing is still just doing nothing, right? By the way--we're in the rep room... and since we are..check out the article above...REALLY interesting on Obamas strategy to marginalize his critics in the media...like Rush needs help with that
    on 10/21/09
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  • angrypop

    I understand we're a divided country, some disagreements on health care etc. How is ANYONE against this? However I need to add to this story as it turns out the all-male, all-white bloc of thirty Republican senators aren't the only ones against this bill. (check out this mock website for the offending 30) www.republicansforrape.org - However the men had an ally in opposition that has so far gone unreported: the Department of Defense. "The DoD opposes the proposed amendment," reads a message sent from the administration to the Senate on October 6. Their reasoning is that it would be too hard to enforce such a bill. REALLY? Honestly both parties are a mess right now - the republicans are letting extremists be their mouth pieces and the Democrats are trying to make everyone happy and not getting a darn thing done.
    on 10/20/09
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  • latinmama

    No joke! That is realllyyyy freaky! I agree that that our party is totally in the dark and wandering out in the wilderness without a prayer! Who will lead us?
    on 10/19/09
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  • ocmama

    @angrypop: wow. that is heavy. I didn't hear about that in the news? unfortunately, I think everything is partisian these days...it is just a divisive climate. BUT, that being said, I am embarrassed that Republicans voted against it...our party is a little lost right now!
    on 10/19/09
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  • angrypop

    Has anyone heard about the vote on the Franken's anti-government contractor rape bill? This bill was inspired by Halliburton/KBR employee Jamie Leigh Jones was violently gang-raped by her co-workers while in Iraq. After she reported the crime, KBR ordered her to be held prisoner in a shipping container by armed guards. She was denied food, water and medical treatment for over a day until outside forces intervened to have her released from KBR custody. KBR "lost" the rape kit and other evidence collected in the case. When she arrived home she was not allowed to sue because her employment contract said that sexual assault allegations would only be heard in private arbitration - a process that overwhelmingly favors the employers. The legislative amendment states that the US government will not hire companies who make employees sign a contract saying that they will not sue if they are raped by other employees. Franken's amendment should put an end to such atrocities, but not all members of the Senate were on board. The final vote was 68-30 in favor. My question is how can 30 senators vote against this bill? Please tell me they were not choosing a corporation over human beings or have we come to a point where the senators just vote against the opposing party no matter what the issue?
    on 10/15/09
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  • ocmama

    Curious to get other opinions on Olympia Snowe voting "yes" on Healthcare reform? I always look to her as a moderate, and as a woman, I respect her perspective...I'm confused though because she claims reform will bring down costs, but other republicans are convinced it won't. O-MAMAs???
    on 10/14/09
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  • latinmama

    Tell your republican friends to logon...tell them they have a voice here
    on 10/12/09
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  • ocmama

    @momof2: yep, agreed. I don't feel like my voice is represented at all on TV...Glenn Beck is cute and all, but he's a bit of a mess. Also, he is always ranting about everything and anything...sometimes I want to hear something positive...or constructive. I hope we get more on O-MAMA like that.
    on 10/11/09
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  • momof2

    Agreed...but its difficult for some of us..especially republicans, because of all of the ultra's who get all of the media attention and give the rest of us a bad name and reputation..we are not all Anne Coulter and Glenn Beck-like...sorry to them, but some of us actually have some middle of the road viewe on social issues and are fiscially conservative..but we are willing to have a normal dialogue about our country and the direction we would like to see things move. Citizens are drowned out by the media on both sides, the biggest microphone wins, I guess. Maybe forums like this will change that..lets hope!
    on 10/11/09
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  • ocmama

    @panchita_jones: AMEN mama! We need O-MAMA to talk about this issue, too...how come lobbyists hold all the power in Washington and the citizens voices are drowned out!?
    on 10/08/09
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  • panchita_jones

    (posted by me in another discussion group) Sadly our politicians are incapable of actually standing up for their beliefs anymore. Lobbyists and special interest groups now hold the reigns. The desperate need for campaign funds and votes have totally blocked bi-partisanship. Though many may start out with well-intentioned ideals, they soon learn how to play the game. It muzzles them and stunts their growth. Change in our country can no longer come from our elected officials, who are incapable of creating change. We have to take the responsibility for ourselves and actually VOICE our opinions, not just whisper about them in social gatherings.
    on 10/06/09
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  • angrypop

    @momof2: I think we need to be very clear on our views on human rights as a nation. I remember when we invaded Iraq - at first it was WMD's and then there was mumblings about human rights - but that was a slippery slope - because human rights violations are taking place in many countries. I think we have to be respectful of other cultures and other histories which can involve centuries of conflicts. I think the US can release a statement supporting the Dalai Lama but show respect for the Chinese government. (I feel in all fairness I should disclose that although I am angrypop - that stands for pop music - angrypop is my husband's music publishing company and we have both used the name in chat rooms all over - I am a stay at home mother of two - who is neither angry or a pop :)
    on 10/06/09
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  • ocmama

    @momof2: Unfortunately, I'm sure the Dalai Lama knows first hand the grudge the Chinese government can carry...and as a man of peace, I'm sure he hasn't thought about it as much as you have...we need to PICK OUR BATTLES and this might not be one we need to/should fight
    on 10/06/09
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  • momof2

    Maybe we count on Dalai Lama being the forgiving one and just move on
    on 10/06/09
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  • momof2

    Angry pop know his history..Bretton Woods was bummer for England and China is in catbird seat for sure. The question is..how do we prevent this from happening? Are we savvy enough to keep the middle east in our pocket instead of letting China control the situation for oil, power, money? What is the solution? Is political posturing by the US with China over the Dalai Lama gonna do it, or does this make us look weak to China further emboldening them? Does this little move make THAT much difference to the Chinese's economic policies with us?
    on 10/06/09
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  • angrypop

    @momof2: Because if we continue down the path we are going - China will be the next super power and I guess we want them to like us. Look at England - they were the empire until they went around invading other countries and trying to enforce their policies on them. War costs money - England may have conquered some nations but their economy fell in the toilet - so Russia and the US became the next super powers - Russia's economy fell first and now the US is right behind - China is quietly waiting in the wings watching us self-destruct so it can happily move up to the top slot.
    on 10/06/09
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  • momof2

    I love LIndsey.... Can we talk about Obama bending to China's will and not going to visit the Dalai Lama...since SUDDENLY NOW we are bending to CHINA's will...what is going on...???
    on 10/05/09
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  • MichelleO-MAMA

    Thank you Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) for being a "voice of reason" among our elected officials. As a mother and citizen, I expect a certain level of civility among our politicians. It has been missing for a long time...on both sides of the aisle. I hope moderate Republicans stand up for him because he is going to get blasted from the right-wing media machine.
    on 10/05/09
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  • momof2

    GW was a big spender...not so Republican after all...but I liked the compassionate conservative bit...we could use more of that in today's rep. party huh?
    on 10/03/09
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  • ocmama

    I'm proud of you momof3...I have to say, although I think the government is getting too big, I understand that we have some big problems that have been ignored for awhile that we need to get a handle on. I am all about moderate Republicans presenting good ideas...and I'm all about cutting taxes WHEN WE CAN AFFORD IT. GW was a disaster and our country and our party is paying the price.
    on 09/30/09
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  • momof3

    Just crossed the aisle...a little nervous...now what? Hi there Republican moms...as a DEMOCRATIC mom, I'll tell you that I tune out to all hate speak, but the conservatives/Republicans media types that I do listen to because they seem rational and intelligent are: Peggy Noonan (love her), David Brooks and Joe Scarborough. The elected officials I pay attention to are: Lindsay Graham, Cocker (TN, I think?), Charlie Crist, John McCain, Olympia Snow and the other Senator from Maine. And, I really like our Defense Sec, Bob Gates...oh, and our previous Sec of State, Colin Powell...hey, that's a pretty good start?! Anyone else you think is smart and worthwhile to listen to?
    on 09/29/09
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  • momof2

    So, true conservatives...is this a good place for us to meet? I think its interesting that we can "cross the aisle and ask some of our dem friends what the heck their party is thinking with this healthcare business and i'd like to find out how truly disollusioned they are with the candidate of change who has now found out how slowly change can come in the big pond of DC. I dont think the site is very obama ish...i like the letter to the prez though...maybe we should send a real one from republican moms after we get together ont he site with some dem moms and come up with some good plans. he might listen, after all...he is cross the aisle man? whaddya think?
    on 09/24/09
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  • ocmama

    hey hey...this is GREAT...we need to get some gals together and start solving some problems. If anyone can, moms can...this site is interesting in that it's Obama-ish, but not really...it's MOM-ish, but not "mommy-ish." Moms talking about smart things. Moms are the ones who really steer the direction of things...back to basics ladies! I like it...talking to moms and getting to the heart of issues...so, what has happened to our party ladies? We have lost our way!
    on 09/22/09
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  • omama

    Hi there, hoping to connect with other Republican Moms in the SoCal area.
    on 09/22/09
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