Comments on: RNC chair candidate sends out controversial Obama song

By: Amber

Amber — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 03:33:25 +0000

BIGot TENT POLITICS

By: John Janski

John Janski — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 02:49:44 +0000

Direct your anger at the Iranian Mullahs people not the Republicans. The Mullahs want to kill you.

By: Eric

Eric — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 02:24:57 +0000

I've heard a lot worse things from Chris Rock too. But Chris Rock doesn't represent our government and is not an elected official. When a person who is supposed to represent the people is more interested in degrading them it's a big deal.

By: virginia for obama

virginia for obama — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:59:25 +0000

As a Black person reading these comment, It makes my heart feel so

good to know that this country has come along way by the support

that you are giving Obama. I know the comment are coming from

people from all walks of life ( White, Black, Hispanic, Republican,

Democrat, Independent, etc. . . . God Bless You All. Oh Yeah! ran – is

right. If we all get together we can take them out of office for good.

By: Teke in CT

Teke in CT — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:39:22 +0000

Hey, on the bright side: As long as clueless bigots like Chris Saltsman continue to be the guiding lights for the GOP, we Dems stand a much better chance of retaining control of the White House and both houses of Congress! Right on, Chris–just keep on sending out those "oh-so-funny" CDs!

By: Mike

Mike — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:20:06 +0000

Wow, all these comments by people who don't know what they are talking about. Have any of you heard the song? It is not making fun of PEBO, it is making fun of some of the racist things that a lot of LIBERAL people and publishings had said about PEBO, such as the Times, and Quotes like this one:
Speaking to the New York Observer: Biden was equally skeptical — albeit in a slightly more backhanded way — about Mr. Obama. “I mean, you got the first mainstream African-American who is articulate and bright and clean and a nice-looking guy,” he said. “I mean, that’s a storybook, man.”

Gee, sounds like Biden is a bit racist doesn't it.

Most Americans, including the RNC do not condone racism and are not racist. When did America become so politically correct that you cannot say a thing without hurting someone's feelings? Why is it not ok to say something negative about someone if their skin happens to be black, or brown, or tan, or green, or purple, but its ok to say anything you want about someone if they are white, or a Christian, or from a small town.

How can racism ever really end if people are so sensitive that they let something as insignificant as a stupid song making fun of people that said stupid things upset them so much?

By: FL PUMA

FL PUMA — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:15:01 +0000

What. An. Idiot.

Satire is Barack the Magic Saviour. What they came up with was meant to be hurtful on more levels than just targeted "satire" and sour grapes.

By: mavisdarling

mavisdarling — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:13:29 +0000

The problem here is that most people DO NOT find this funny, and any REAL politician would be sensitive to that. "White Guilt"? In their own deranged Republican minds, that might make sense and I guess it's cool to make fun of it. But MOST people find the song title and the CD title offensive, as well as the underlying hate and racism behind them.

By: Kathi Geukes

Kathi Geukes — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:12:49 +0000

Just another shot from the Repubs.....Bad news dudes....no one thinks this kind of crap is funny anymore...Or are you getting a bail out from Bush too?

By: chris @stl

chris @stl — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:12:44 +0000

I don't listen to Hannity or Rush. Some one in this blog made a comment about boycotting the sponsors of these ultra radical programs. Can any one post the list of sponsors of Rush and Hannity. I would like to send a letter to the sponsors and letting them know of my intention to boycott their products. This is the most effective way to stop these racist hate mongering bigots from dividing this country.

By: RNC=Really Nutty Coo-Coo's

RNC=Really Nutty Coo-Coo's — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:11:21 +0000

Repubs, THIS is why we voted DEMOCRAT this year. Maybe if you stop acting like angry children, try fixing our economy. Try getting us out of Iraq. Then we'll listen to what you want.

And of course this Saltsballs guy is from Tennessee, a southerner. I bet he still clings on to those "Jim Crow Laws" and prejudice.

This is what the Republican party is:
-Racists
-Partisan
-Disrespectful
-Childish, Immature
-Believes "Me, God" instead of "We, the people."

By: Mike Dallas

Mike Dallas — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:09:42 +0000

Now, folks what did we expect from racist rednecks?

After all the Reptilaians favorite reptile is just David Duke in drag!

By: Bgail

Bgail — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:09:17 +0000

One concern I have as a christian is being lumped in with the likes of these guys. Being a christian doesn't mean you're an ignorant bigot any more than being white makes you a bigot. If one of them went to Yale, would that make all Yale grads stupid too?

But we all have choices people. They choose to do dumb things, others of us may not. Let's just connect these people with who they are–misguided, backward, out of touch, hateful (I could go on and on) who may call themselves christian. I will not go as far as to question their Christianity–only God knows their heart. I am hoping that we as sane people have the ability to disconnect these people's ignorance and their ignorant acts from their stated religion.

By: virginia for obama

virginia for obama — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:08:26 +0000

I agree with Bonehead. . . . How in the world that black people can be a part of that racist party. They don't care about you. Listen to some of the commentaries on these News channels.

This black women just can't understand it.

By: Dave, Illinois

Dave, Illinois — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:06:53 +0000

Godluvr, you are a racist and a bigot. Because two black men do not agree with your political views, you insult them like a child would. I have heard black Republicans called "Uncle Toms", "House N!ggers", etc from the Left. This is just another example of what a bunch of hypocrits you people are. Yeah, this type of satire is stupid and hurtful – from either side. By the way, Dems, how is old Grand Wizard Robert Byrd doing.

By: Steve in Louisville

Steve in Louisville — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:06:45 +0000

Time for a de-Republicanization effort in this country - just as they had a de-Nazification effort in Germany after World War II

By: Charlie in Maine

Charlie in Maine — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:05:55 +0000

RNC=Really nasty crooks.

By: stevieray

stevieray — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:05:40 +0000

ignorant – racist – par for the course for the GOP. When are americans going to understand that the GOP thinks we are stupid – and how could they not when you silly fools voted for W. – TWICE.

By: Johnny B

Johnny B — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:04:25 +0000

So let me get this straight, the democrats have their panties all in a bunch over this, when they were the ones who voted against gay marriage? Talk about the pot calling the kettle black.. Discrimination is discrimination. Get over yourselves left wingers; you aren’t any better than the repubs. Oh and in case you’re wondering, I’m an independent.

By: Peach in Georgia

Peach in Georgia — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:03:06 +0000

This is the reason why a lot of us who are real Christians left the hate infused Republican Party and voted for Pres. Elect Obama. What an example to send out hate entwined with racism for Christmas. If they keep it up, than in 2012 they will be no Republicans left just a few winking fools. The RNC should be ashamed, first using donors political funds for someones wardrobe and extravagance and now hate and racism for Christmas. They really have not got it, have they. I was a Republican for over 30 years and had enough quiet awhile ago. And you can tell they are Christians by their love....NOT.. Shameless...

By: Zack Centre

Zack Centre — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 01:02:40 +0000

Want to have a great day tomorrow? Drop all your "friends" who are Republicans,because real friends aren't racist unless you're a member of the KKK or a Nazi. I did and life is so much better than wasting time arguing with republican losers.

By: curt

curt — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:59:09 +0000

Most people reconize rasicm when they see it, it;s o.k that's why the RNC are loser's and will continue to lose, that's why fat boy can not stay married, to much hate in his weak heart

By: Renee

Renee — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:59:00 +0000

Why is this not only expected, but encouraged. He's our President, for Pete's sake. He's going to be questioned, scrutinized and reported on for at least four years. Jib Jab has been sticking it to Bush for years. Sarah Palin and McCain got it on the campaign trail. Wake up people! This comes with the territory!

By: Tony the Tiger

Tony the Tiger — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:59:00 +0000

If the song came from someone in Youtube .. it's probably a joke. If it's from RNC, common ... you gotta be kidding that this is a joke! What a lame excuse.

By: SOUTHERN HOTTIE

SOUTHERN HOTTIE — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:57:41 +0000

. . . AND STILL THERE ARE MANY WHO WILL REMAIN AS MEMBERS OF THIS DESPICABLE PARTY OF, LET'S FACE IT: morons.

By: Nashville Michael

Nashville Michael — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:56:10 +0000

You have to live here in Tennessee to understand how utterly hypocritical, racist, unAmerican and detestable some of these so-called "Christian Republicans" really are. I have neighbors who pride themselves on their love of Jesus, yet have plates on the front bumpers of their cars bearing jokes about people with AIDS. It's sickening.

By: NJP

NJP — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:55:33 +0000

Upon further review...

Just heard the "tune" on You Tube...it didn't strike me as particulary funny., nor as a clever satire of the LA Times column, which was its supposed inspiration. It was instead a rather ham-handed attempt to satirize Al Sharpton. Not sure whether it was racist but, as satire, I would have to say it was an abject failure.

By: Bgail

Bgail — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:54:22 +0000

It is truly sad that we have people in major leadership (RNC) that would even consider, let alone carry out such a ridiculous, petty and racist communication and call it satire.

They know the difference and they know what they're doing. The difference now is that they have not wised up to the fact that most folk do not subscribe to their ideology any more. Talk about an inability to smell the coffee! Have they not looked around and seen what has happened to their party? People don't want to hear it–people who really care about this country anyway. I would think that they would wise up, lay low for a while and come up with a new plan. But I guess old beliefs and playbooks die hard.

By: Jeffrey

Jeffrey — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:53:06 +0000

Is it a wonder that 90% of all African Americans vote Democratic. I guess the RNC is aiming to alienate all of them. Truly pathetic. Now did he blacken his face and perform the song too?

By: Hansen

Hansen — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:52:19 +0000

Oops I meant how dispicable the Republican Party has become. Wake up it's 2009!

By: Hansen

Hansen — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:51:16 +0000

How dispicable the Republic Party has become...wake up its 2009!

By: Steven

Steven — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:49:42 +0000

the satire is that barack isn't black or african american, he's half white, and his black father was absent all his life (where have we heard that one before?). he was raised on the beaches of hawaii with his white grandmother, if anything he's more white than "african american" but let's face it, he used it to his advantage quite well in the campaign season. he describes himself as black, then acts like everyone else is racist for playing the "one drop" rule, which he uses on himself. you all know it - if barack obama didn't have a funny name and had fair skin, you wouldn't have nominated him. i'm black, and barack doesn't know the first thing about the hardships black people have been through in this country. his ancestors weren't slaves, and i sure didn't grow up on the beaches of hawaii.

By: Lisa Vilen

Lisa Vilen — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:44:40 +0000

O.K., if and when Jindal runs, I expect to hear tunes from the RNC like: Jindal Bells, Jindal Bells and Red Rover, Red Rover, Send Aladin Right Over. After all, it is only a satire, so why not have a little fun with one of their own. I also expect to see a Jindal Waffle Box, complete with a turban.

By: John

John — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:44:01 +0000

I am 57, white and male. I have lived many places, done many things, lost too many friends already. I have a well-developed sense of humor.

Chip Saltsman should just die horribly, maybe F himself to death. That would be funny!

By: Alaskim

Alaskim — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:42:59 +0000

Republican's are awesome. Their racist "humor" is pathethic. But gee, they don't care, they can go ask for forgiveness at church on Sunday.

By: Linda

Linda — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:42:18 +0000

I am also AA and I HATE THE REPUBLICAN PARTY

By: Pat

Pat — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:41:02 +0000

Nasty Racist Pigs, Republicans

By: Sheri

Sheri — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:38:42 +0000

Racist repugs. I will never vote republican!!!!!! Pigs, Pigs Pigs

By: Mike in NYC

Mike in NYC — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:35:42 +0000

Really, 90% of the posts here sound like they come from the same person.

There's more anti-white racism in this thread than there was pro-white racism in the entire GOP Presidential campaign. Actually, there was more pro-white racism evident in the Democratic primary than there was in the entire GOP Presidential campaign.

By: craig

craig — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:35:31 +0000

who could use such a word?

United Negro College Fund

yes its a word, get over it.

By: Texas Trail Kitty

Texas Trail Kitty — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:34:39 +0000

OMG, you have got to be kidding. RNC, Rush all of of your ilk should just let it go. You cannot do anything to make President Obama, or any black people feel less than they are. The curtain has been lifted and the wizard has been revealed, and he ain't got no clothes. Seriously, Rush, get a real job, okay. And to the people who are the keepers of his 'audience' – take the sharp objects away from these people and give them shock treatments!

By: Wayne in CA

Wayne in CA — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:29:11 +0000

just amazing(but not surprising..)

the RNC is a morally bankrupt and socially inept entity that needs to go extinct...

By: Velmeezee

Velmeezee — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:28:30 +0000

Regardless of if the song is racist or if it is 'merely' making fun of white guilt, it is NOT funny. The fact that some Americans still have to feel guilty about past and present mistreatment of other Americans is very sad indeed. Are doctors sending 'satire' CDs about AIDS or cancer to their constituents for Christmas? No I don't think there are any of those because AIDS, cancer, and the negative ways society deals with these scourges is not funny in any way, shape or form. Racially motivated injustice and its negative emotional aftermath is just as un-funny as AIDS. Anyone who thinks otherwise is callous and awful and I would think totally unfit to be in any leadership position.

By: proudliberal-independent

proudliberal-independent — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:26:31 +0000

why not ask him to give the invocation?

By: Soccer Nana

Soccer Nana — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:25:38 +0000

Unbelievable. There is nothing "satiical" about the song. Obama is the PE and soon will be the President; get used to it! Pathetic.

By: T-Prop

T-Prop — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:22:19 +0000

Soooooo glad RNC is onb the outs.

By: Sean

Sean — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:21:02 +0000

I am a black man..... I tried to see the satire, but I just can't. I am just deeply angry by it. This is so very sad.. And they (republicans) don't know why my race would be offended.....

By: Where's the grace?

Where's the grace? — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:20:40 +0000

It's ironic that Chip Saltsman does something like that and I read what seems to be just as hateful speech back at him. There's no difference.

By: tom

tom — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:19:54 +0000

it is time to remove the republicans from all posistions of power they are evil

By: New England Yankee

New England Yankee — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:19:45 +0000

Maybe it is time for someone to do a complete investigation of douche limbaugh and find out what is really going on. For a man who states that he is "one of us" he certainly doesn't act that way. I'm "one of us" and I do not have a walk-in humidor and I do not have gold fixtures in my bathrooms (I only have 1 1/2 and not 4). The illegal drugs should come into play as well. How did he beat that one?