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speechlesstx
Apr 24, 2008, 03:02 PM
For all of you out there that still complain Bush stole the 2000 election, Scalia says "get over it." (http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/04/24/60minutes/main4040290.shtml?source=mostpop_story)
"Get over it. It’s so old by now. The principal issue in the case, whether the scheme that the Florida Supreme Court had put together violated the federal Constitution, that wasn’t even close. The vote was seven to two," he says, referring to the Supreme Court’s decision that the Supreme Court of Florida’s method for recounting ballots was unconstitutional.
Furthermore, says the outspoken conservative justice, it was Al Gore who ultimately put the issue into the courts. "It was Al Gore who made it a judicial question…. We didn’t go looking for trouble. It was he who said, 'I want this to be decided by the courts,'" says Scalia. "What are we supposed to say -- 'Not important enough?'" he jokes.
LOL, couldn't have put it better myself.
magprob
Apr 24, 2008, 03:22 PM
So if I committed a felony eight years ago, I can just tell them to "get over it?" Or how about if I take Cheney's approach, "So?" What if I committed a serious felony against you or yours? Could you have put it any better then? But then hey, you are on the winning side... for now. That's all that matters, right?
BABRAM
Apr 24, 2008, 03:32 PM
Scalia's talking to me? Tell Scalia it will be over in November and to start buying his own coffee.
speechlesstx
Apr 24, 2008, 03:54 PM
So if I committed a felony eight years ago, I can just tell them to "get over it?" Or how bout if I take Cheney's approach, "So?" What if I commited a serious felony against you or yours? Could you have put it any better then? But then hey, you are on the winning side...for now. That's all that matters, right?
Hey mag, does Scalia have a point or not?
"The principal issue in the case, whether the scheme that the Florida Supreme Court had put together violated the federal Constitution, that wasn’t even close. The vote was seven to two."
"It was Al Gore who made it a judicial question…. We didn’t go looking for trouble. It was he who said, 'I want this to be decided by the courts"
N0help4u
Apr 24, 2008, 04:38 PM
Well we have to 'let it go' cause REMEMBER it is time for change so we have to change our minds over from Bush and Cheney to figuring IF Hillary steals it or Obama steals it this time around!
BABRAM
Apr 24, 2008, 04:46 PM
Well we have to 'let it go' cause REMEMBER it is time for change so we have to change our minds over from Bush and Cheney to figuring IF Hillary steals it or Obama steals it this time around!
Right on! That's what the DNC risks. They better choose wisely and fairly.
magprob
Apr 24, 2008, 04:50 PM
I think Al Gore gave it up way to easy. They would have been dragging me kicking, screaming and fighting all the way.
tomder55
Apr 25, 2008, 02:25 AM
He would've lost it in Congress had he took it that far. The courts should never had been involved .But it was the Goracle who introduced the courts into the process. Scalia is right that the Fla Supreme Ct made an unconstitutional call . However I would've preferred that SCOTUS had not ruled on it. Now every election is doomed to have an army of lawyers looking for voting irregularity and challenging results. The Constitution is very clear. THE STATES RUN ELECTIONS!! When there is a dispute about the outcome THE CONGRESS DECIDES. Once Kathleen Harris called an end to the endless recounts the Fla . Election was over .
Turns out that an independent group of news organizations confirmed that President Bush did indeed win Fla. So yeah ;everyone should get over it .
excon
Apr 25, 2008, 06:59 AM
So if I committed a felony eight years ago, I can just tell them to "get over it?" Or how bout if I take Cheney's approach, "So?" What if I commited a serious felony against you or yours? Could you have put it any better then? But then hey, you are on the winning side...for now. That's all that matters, right?Hello mag:
Absolutely the most poignant and intelligent thing you've ever said!
excon
inthebox
Apr 25, 2008, 07:45 AM
Mag
So you are saying that the Supreme court committed a felony?
As stated, it was Al Gore who took it to the Supreme Court.
Your analogy is not revelent.
speechlesstx
Apr 25, 2008, 08:37 AM
I think Al Gore gave it up way to easy. They would have been dragging me kicking, screaming and fighting all the way.
Isn't that normal for Democrats? :D
speechlesstx
Apr 25, 2008, 08:48 AM
Scalia's talking to me? Tell Scalia it will be over in November and to start buying his own coffee.
Just like The Goracle pressed for judicial intervention, CBS pressed the issue in the interview. Considering not only the facts of the case but the fact there are only a few months left of Bush's presidency, ain't it time someone said get over it, time to "MoveOn?"
magprob
Apr 25, 2008, 09:46 AM
When Bush really is out of office and I see the nightmare is over... really over, then I can let go and move on.
speechlesstx
Apr 25, 2008, 01:52 PM
When Bush really is out of office and I see the nightmare is over...really over, then I can let go and move on.
And if Obama wins we can begin a new nightmare :D
magprob
Apr 25, 2008, 06:26 PM
Hellary will win. The nightmare continues.
speechlesstx
Apr 26, 2008, 05:03 AM
Hellary will win. The nightmare continues.
That would also be a nightmare.
BABRAM
Apr 26, 2008, 09:01 PM
Just like The Goracle pressed for judicial intervention, CBS pressed the issue in the interview. Considering not only the facts of the case but the fact there are only a few months left of Bush's presidency, ain't it time someone said get over it, time to "MoveOn?"
I already don't miss Bush.
I like our draft thus far. I think they may be moving Anthony Henry to safety soon, at least I hope he gets a shot at it in camp. If Pacman's reinstated than he mans one corner opposite of Newman with the kid Jenkins playing in schemes when an extra corner is needed in the dime package. This means that Roy Williams most likely is in his last season and if Newman doesn't resign a contract next year we have Jenkins ready to take over.
tomder55
Apr 27, 2008, 02:19 AM
Yeah if he is reinstated then he can do his assaults legally on the grid iron. :>
magprob
Apr 27, 2008, 07:56 AM
Same Club-Same Rules.
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BABRAM
Apr 27, 2008, 02:39 PM
yeah if he is reinstated then he can do his assaults legally on the grid iron. :>
The 'Boys have a lock on prison central, I hope. :eek: Actually they made stipulations in the trade which was prudent.
speechlesstx
Apr 28, 2008, 07:16 AM
I already don't miss Bush.
I like our draft thus far. I think they may be moving Anthony Henry to safety soon, at least I hope he gets a shot at it in camp. If Pacman's reinstated than he mans one corner opposite of Newman with the kid Jenkins playing in schemes when an extra corner is needed in the dime package. This means that Roy Williams most likely is in his last season and if Newman doesn't resign a contract next year we have Jenkins ready to take over.
I think we've got our pass coverage in much better shape and I'm excited to see another Jones and Barber in the backfield. The new Joneses could definitely improve the return game. I wasn't surprised to see Fasano go to Miami but I was a little surprised they traded him at all, looks like Curtis will get a shot at TE 2 - all he does is catch touchdown passes when he gets in the lineup. Yeah, Pacman is a risk but Jerry covered himself and don't forget we have Calvin Hill who seems to do a pretty good job at keeping guys like him in line.