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The Conservative Wahoo
The Blog: A compendium of thoughts on politics, world affairs, economics, pop culture and social issues, from the center right perspective of me--Bryan McGrath--a University of Virginia graduate who spent a career in the world's greatest Navy keeping my mouth shut about politics and social issues (ok, publicly keeping it shut). Those days are over! Pull up a chair and chime in where you will. Keep it clean, civil, concise and relevant.
The Fish: The fish is a "coat of arms" for the blog, symbolizing three formative influences in the life of the blog founder. The first is his experience at the University of Virginia--symbolized most importantly by the fish itself, or a caricature of a "Wahoo", the fish we have acquired as an informal nickname. Additionally there is the sword, the sword of a Cavalier. It is not wielded in a threatening manner, as this is a civil blog. But it is there, should it be needed. Thirdly, there is the influence of 21 years in the Navy--symbolized by the anchor on the Wahoo's fin (and again, the sword) . Finally, there is the bowler, tuxedo, and monocle, symbols of a refined, intellectual conservatism, or what I seek to encourage here.
The Policy: I take FULL responsibility for what I write. I will not be held responsible for the content of my comments section--as long as it is civil and passes my own inscrutable sniff tests, it will appear. If the comment offends you, that is on you.
The Fish: The fish is a "coat of arms" for the blog, symbolizing three formative influences in the life of the blog founder. The first is his experience at the University of Virginia--symbolized most importantly by the fish itself, or a caricature of a "Wahoo", the fish we have acquired as an informal nickname. Additionally there is the sword, the sword of a Cavalier. It is not wielded in a threatening manner, as this is a civil blog. But it is there, should it be needed. Thirdly, there is the influence of 21 years in the Navy--symbolized by the anchor on the Wahoo's fin (and again, the sword) . Finally, there is the bowler, tuxedo, and monocle, symbols of a refined, intellectual conservatism, or what I seek to encourage here.
The Policy: I take FULL responsibility for what I write. I will not be held responsible for the content of my comments section--as long as it is civil and passes my own inscrutable sniff tests, it will appear. If the comment offends you, that is on you.
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108 comments:
Sorry everyone--should have advertised this. I'll probably be by myself, but that's ok too!
State of Maine....nice payback to Collins and Snow...
When will those jobs be created Mr. President?
"only government" can break the cycle. Tough to hear, but he may be right. But this isn't the way.
So the tax cuts brought us here? I thought it was a financial sector meltdown and liquidity crisis. How silly of me
He is an impressive fellow, no doubt about it.
He makes it sound like if we don't do this plan, the only option being put forward is no plan. This is silly. There are great, smart, balanced plans being suggested.
...ah, for the future of our children and grandchildren.....
puke.
Good first question.
A bit of a call to arms...
Just don't buy the "worst since the great depression" thing. Could be...at some point. But isn't. Early 80's were worse.
Welcome, James!
He's being disingenuous right now...most people in the republican party and most in congress agree something should be done...just not this!
He's talking too much...
Talking way too much....
Size matters!
Yeah good 1st question but the beginning of his answer was funny, "No no no no...." kind of reminded me of, "No no no no you silly woman. Listen to me, I am the One."
Ah yes, the credit markets...you remember them, the ones who won't have any credit left once this trillion dollar nightmare goes through....
Welcome, Doc!
Who gives a shit about people who's property values decline. Do they have shelter? Are they making their payments? is anyone taking their house?
Good second question.
He's just not as good on his feet. He's good, mind you. Just not as good.
OMG, we are suffering from global warming with all the hot air coming out of his mouth. Failed theories of the last 8 years? You're blaming Bush? How about Barney frank, chris dodd...
Hamas is a terrorist organization! Good for him. Too many people think it is a political party.
Strategery!
He's more measured right now. he knows he's gonna screw up if he doesn't pace himself!
Suffering from twin evils of talking too much and not knowing what he wants to say....
I once had an admiral who said, "I like the beginning of your message and the end....make them closer."
Good question, Chip!
He's going to cure Washington! Fantastic! Wonderful!
Pelosi equals bad habit. Reid equals bad habit.
He can come over and have drinks at my place, if he' like. Bring along some of those little hottie staffers!
Yes, Jon Favreau can bring his little hottie!
He's full of SHIT. No one is saying DO NOTHING. They are saying DON"T DO THIS!
What do you mean, if they are sincere about it? Of course they are....they've been telling you that.
The "i inherited it" line is going to get old....
OMG his mind is wandering...just a bunch of spudwaz spewing forth.
NONE OF THIS IS MY FAULT...I INHERITED IT ALL...WAHHHHHH!
There don't have to be "earmarks" when the Dem policy committee wrote the BILL! They sent a list around and said "what do you want?"
To say this is as boring as watching paint dry is an insult to drying paint.
His answer on making federal buildings more energy efficient is a good one...but how about $80M for new schools in Milwaukee...where there are 15 empty schools!
Nobody is saying medical records electronics is bad...just right now!
You're living in a house that is over 200 years old, Mr. President.
They should still make them NRG effiecient!
And let them sit there of course
But that is what is happening, mr. president. Republicans are disagreeing on the particulars of this bill and your side isn't playing ball.
Yes. Please tell us all how to spend our money mr. president.
Yes, taking risks for your ACORN peeps!
I thought it was republican taxes that caused this Mr. President...so it really is the credit crisis.
Look at that little troll of a human sitting in the front row. I forget her name, but even if I remembered it, if I typed it, my fingers would explode.
He's giving answers that are too long. I hope someone tells him that.
OMG, he is breezy! Net, net man. Bottom line, end of the day!
You DONT have to spend the money my man!
Helen Thomas...he's supposed to go to her for first question.
I mean she's supposed to ask the first question.
AH, that's right. She's a troll.
Bad question, Tapper. Softball.
Man he talks too much.
Earlobes...falling...asleep...ahhhhh...
Bryan, I read that he says 4 million jobs will be created. Is that an educated guess or something pulled out of ones rear end?
I didn't realize there were going to be so many responsibilities in this job!
what a lot of doubletalk on the flag draped coffin deal.
And did I tell you how we just screwed Zinni?
Hello, anonymous!
I gotta depend on all these guys, 'cuz I don't know jack.
Smartly and effectively! Ooh!
Hello, Wahoo! It's really me, Bryan, it just takes too long to type my name in
How long until they're back asking for TARP III?
Obama CAN'T distance himself from the last TARP bailout...his folks were DEEPLY involved in the planning...
Castro is envious of POTUS' time on stage!
Hurray Sally!
GREAT question Major!
Great question Major Garrett...good answer Barack...definitely make fun of Joe Biden.
The President's demonization of Fox news thus far in his term has been a low point, no doubt about it.
Is it just me or is Obama already showing the signs physically that the job is stressful and appears to be aging rapidly?
Love that he doesn't have a clue what Joe was talking about.
Yes-I'm surprised he called on Major Garrett. What's with that name, do you suppose?
MLB hasn't done anything for a decade and isn't going to start now.
Bill--my brother Sean tried to say that the job doesn't age a man...that they age at the same rate.
HOLY COW that is one nasty woman.
SO CALLED TERRORISTS HELEN? WTF?
I really can't stand that woman.
I wish this would end; I really am anxious to see The Bachelor.
Get off the stage man
24!!!!!
24 starts in 9 minutes
SHUT UP HELEN!
He's talking to the wrong guy in Russia
HUFFINGTON POST?
HUFFINGTON POST? Is the Daily Kos next?
Leahy wants a truth and reconciliation panel...what a jerk.
Doc...no F words, please
I deleted a post of mine which dropped the F-bomb on The One for going to the HuffPo.
HE DOESN'T REALLY CARE ABOUT BIPARTISANSHIP!
Thank you, Doc.
De nada
...put that behavior aside....kind of like you did down in Williamsburg, huh?
Good question Mara. Way to go Obama, blame it on Washington culture.
LIAR LIAR LIAR
Yes,Barack...the framework...Then they saw the bill and saw all the christmas ornaments hung there...
Quit invoking the 'failed policies of the last 8 years.' You own this now pal
Can anyone enlighten me on which Republican said we should blow up the public schools? I missed that.
Not bad.
I think we should live blog The Bachelor now!
He wants to rename us as the United Socialist States of America. Next will be the new currency The Amero because the dollar will be worthless.
On to 24! Go get'em Jack!
Well, clearly using the bully pulpit to shape the national narrative. I think expecting him not to point out that he inherited this mess is naive. Four threads in the narrative he is trying to create here: 1) I inherited this mess, 2) the Republicans (and by extension deregulation/trickle-down fiscal policy) gave it to me, and 3) I will do this with or without you, and 4) we must move now, even if the bill is not perfect.
But James, this bill is all but passed. Why is he still yelling at us that it needs to pass?
Well...because he's trying to construct a narrative.
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