Last night, I left class early so that I could catch the elimination round on America’s Next Top Model only to find out that they were not showing a new episode this week. That kinda made me made.
So since I had an extra 15 minutes of TV time, I decided to hit CNN to catch their pre debate coverage as I debated on if I was going to watch the debate or the season finale of Project Runway.
Well I decided to watch the debate instead & I made the wrong decision! After I caught the rerun of Project Runway, it was clear that it was so much more entertaining than the presidential debate. I was disappointed that Korto did not win but I was very happy for Leanne. Both ladies were my favorite personalities throughout the competition.
Anyway, here are my comments/thoughts, & questions on the final debate.
- The word “fundamental” was said four times.
- The word “angry” was said five times.
- The “maverick” was never said.
- The name “Joe the Plumber” was said 26 time.
- The words “shut the fuck up bitch” should have been used at least six times.
– on the Mummy’s opening: Fuck Nancy Reagan; plus I thought she was dead anyway. I guess it was her senile husband I was thinking of.
– Being compared to a racist must really hurts John McCain feelings but if his actions/inactions lend to the argument, why argue because it is what it is! And I’m so confused as to why The Mummy expects Barack to repudiate John Lewis’ call out. I am happy that Barack did bitch up on the subject.
And John McCain keeps saying that people at Barack’s rallies shout things similar to terrorist, kill him etc directed toward McCain, which is striking me as another one of his lies. And if it is true, why has it not been covered in the media? Could it be that it is only in The Mummy’s mind???
“I do not regret what I said…” “…Maybe it could have been said in a different way, because it was not suggesting that John McCain or Sarah Palin was closely related any way to the actions of Governor Wallace.”
“It was all about what I call toxic speech — statements an audience that can unleash bitterness and hatred. And I don’t need anyone to lecture me about my feelings, or what I have observed for more than 50 years.” U.S. Rep. John Lewis 10/15/2008
– Fuck Joe the plumber, he’s voting for McCain anyway. He obviously does not have his finances together to start his own business. As a plumber he should have been making big bank, which could have been used to start that business years ago,
I can see now that “Joe the plumber” being used in the next few election cycles. It will be yet another description for white male voters.
– Why come McCain had not flag pen & Barack did? Someone please tell me!!!
– John McCain, mainstream America likes abortion & it is obvious. How many people do you know that went down to the clinic??? Personally, I am against abortion but to me it is a women’s rights issue & they need to be able to choose what’s best. The argument gets a little sticky when the father is not part of the decision though.
McCain stated that he supports adoption and wants to make it easier. Will he allow gays more options to adopt the unaborted babies that he loves so damn much…
My final assessment on the abortion discussion is that John McCain is no friend to the uterus. If you are a woman & do not want a government run reproductive system, the choice for president is clear.
Tafari factoid: One of my favorite movies on the subject of abortion is “Citizen Ruth”. If you have not seen it, please check it out, it is funny as hell & it proves that Jesus freaks are for hell.
– I am happy that Barack put aside any doubt on whom he associates with & got excited when he flipped it on The Mummy in terms of who IS influencing him.
As far as the ACORN issue, I think he go caught out there. According to CNN.com’s fact check, Obama’s legal work was his only professional tie to the group, but he also spoke at volunteer training sessions and his campaign had a contract with a group that worked with ACORN. And this is not including the 800k that his campaign handed ACORN. I wonder how this will play out
Overall, this was the best debate of the three & I have to hand it to McCain for bringing his A game for at least the beginning. He later lost any cool he had & converted right back to an angry white man with bad teeth.
Barack again was poised, descriptive in his vision, on message & speaking to the topics that mattered to people in my socioeconomic demographic.
In nineteen more days, the real drama will begin!
Torrance Stephens - All-Mi-T / October 16, 2008
The way things are going with the economy, debate aside, I would not be surprised if the next stop will be martial law.
Cluizel / October 16, 2008
” Will he allow gays more options to adopt the unaborted babies that he loves so damn much…”
Good Question!!! I am curious to what he would say to that. I am wondering who he thinks with take care of the unwanted babies…surely not his healthplan…
daez / October 16, 2008
The conspiracy theorist in me swears Joe da plumber is a plant meant to bring down Obama in the next 19 days…but we shall see!! Amazing how his azz is EVERYWHERE suddenly, speaking for the “everyman”…yeah right! He’s pulling up thoughts of racism for those undecided voters with his calls of socialist on Obama, inciting fear that Obama will only look out for the poor….and who do whites consider the hated poor?? Why us of course…watch how much you see him the next two weeks, and how his rhetoric gets stronger and stronger…
I love that Obama said, fool, I’m kicking it with Buffet…and Oprah! (LOL)…(joking)…(((HUGS)))
….just me…daez
Lola Gets / October 16, 2008
@Daes
Thats a facinating theory – I sure hope youre wrong!
“Fuck Joe the plumber…”
Truer words were never spoken my friend, lol.
L
Peajai / October 16, 2008
I agree with everything you said about the debate (and the missing flag pin, I noticed that too!) McCain must have went to the same school for debate etiquette as Bush with all that lip-popping and eye rolling.
But I wish you had put up a spoiler alert about Project Runway!!!!! I haven’t watched it yet. 🙁
Darius T. Williams / October 16, 2008
Sooo – how about I didn’t even see the debate last night. But I read a killer ass op ed piece about it. It was hilarious!
toni / October 16, 2008
I chose to watch Project Runway because I knew it wouldn’t get my pressure up.
Oh, and it turns out that Joe the Plumber may not even be registered to vote…so he was a wasted scapegoat.
Tafari / October 16, 2008
Daez – I am starting to think think that you are a prophet! Why in the hell does Joe The Plumber owe 1200 in back taxes and has a lien against him???
"According to records on file with the Lucas County Court of Common Pleas, the state filed a tax lien against Samuel J. Wurzelbacher for $1,182.98 on Jan. 26, 2007, that is still active."
Based on the fact that he cannot pay his damn bills, I doubt that he will be buying that business.
Not only that, on Good Morning America, he told Diane Sawyer that he did not even have a business plan to buy the business. The real kicker is that he told the associated press that he doe snot even have a damn license to be a plumber
And moreover, if you own a business & make over 250k after expenses, you are doing damn good. If your business is making under 250k, you will pay lower taxes & get more tax breaks than ever.
Perhaps Joe should have did some research & talked to an accountant before asking Barack Obama shit!
"I love that Obama said, fool, I'm kicking it with Buffet…and Oprah!" OK!!! That was kick ass!!!
Lola – Joe The Plumber is really a broke bitch that likes to start shit!
Peajai – Oh shit, sorry about the spoiler. Still watch because it was great!
"McCain must have went to the same school for debate etiquette as Bush with all that lip-popping and eye rolling." LOL!!!!
DTW – What, you missed it??? The only reason to have missed the debate would have to deal with class, cash or ass. LOL!!!
Toni – You made the best decision. What were your thoughts on the result? McCain has been saying that JTP was the real winner last night, what a joke!!! Most American's don't even make 250k. Lets be real. JTP does not have his shit together & he should not be listed as an average business person.
Tafari
Smitty / October 17, 2008
I swear they said “Joe the Plummer” So many fuckin’ times I thought it was me. We need a politician rhetoric translator. Like when Obama says “That’s Not true” The Rhetoric Translator 3000 should say “Shut the fuck up with you old lying ass!”
Tafari / October 17, 2008
Smitty – ..””That’s Not true” The Rhetoric Translator 3000 should say “Shut the fuck up with you old lying ass!”” LOL! I love it!!!
Tafari
MochaSiren / October 17, 2008
Hey Tafari,
What cracked me up is when McCain made up the word “MIS-PORTRAYED”.
I think he meant misrepresent but just decided to be “clever”. Anyway, my sisters and I were highly amused! I’ve been walking around all day using it ’cause I just felt like sounding CRAZY!!!
Love your sense of humor and your blog!
Tiffany aka MochaSiren
Peajai / October 17, 2008
Korto was robbed!!!!
*start rant*
Since when does a cohesive collection mean slight variations on the exact same outfit? I liked Leanne throughout the competition, but her collection was ZZzzz! Petals for one or two outfits, fine, petals and the same color palette for every outfit?? Out of ideas!
Korto’s collection was beautiful and cohesive without all looking exactly the same. And I am very impressed that she whipped out 2 new looks at the last moment. I feel the same as I felt when Kara Saun lost to Jay first season. 🙁
*end rant*
It was still a great episode though and I am glad Korto at least won fan favorite.
Invisible Woman / October 17, 2008
lmao @smitty!
but really the adoption thing? he should reeeeeaaally STFU about that for sure, seeing how the McCains hide that brown child they adopted in their basement. seriously, when was the last time you saw that chile?
on another note, it was crystal clear Michelle is NOT feeling Cindy McCain. Her ‘tude was so chilly I had to put on a sweater!
Tafari / October 17, 2008
Peajai – I hear you, Korto's designs were had a larger variety & the colors were very appealing, actually gorgeous.
Leanne's design motif was yes a little on the blah side but I think it was her color palate that made it not so exciting against Korto's
Even with Korto not winning, I have a feeling that she will be making it happen somewhere.
MochaSiren – LOL!!! I used Mis-portrayed last night on Suite Suzy & she was like, what???? Aren't new janky words funny!
I have an uncle who makes up words & uses many words & terms inappropriately big time & it is always amusing to hear him speak.
Invisible Woman – Baby, that child is missing in action. LOL!!! I actually forgot about her until I got an hoax email yesterday about her. the message basically said that John McCain called her a black ugly thing while on vacation. It turns out that the account is bogus. Oh well. Here's to dark secrets. LOL!!!
Tafari