Comments on: Majority say Burris shouldn't be seated http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/ All politics, all the time Mon, 21 Dec 2009 22:07:36 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: Joanna http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220218 Joanna Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:15:51 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220218 Maybe they didn't understand the question.... Burris was legally appointed. He should be seated with NO restrictions. Gov B shouldn't have made the appointment being there is a cloud of negativity around him( all his doing) BUT in our country, he is innocent until proven guilty, he still have appointment power. If we want to change our constitution so there are no appointments, fine. I think there should be special elections or have it so you can only run for one office at a time. until that happens, seat Burris. Move on to the real issues. Maybe they didn't understand the question.... Burris was legally appointed. He should be seated with NO restrictions. Gov B shouldn't have made the appointment being there is a cloud of negativity around him( all his doing) BUT in our country, he is innocent until proven guilty, he still have appointment power. If we want to change our constitution so there are no appointments, fine. I think there should be special elections or have it so you can only run for one office at a time. until that happens, seat Burris. Move on to the real issues.

]]> By: DON http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220216 DON Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:15:43 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220216 one must really consider the intellegency of Burris by accepting the nomination of our crook the gov. he should have waited for quinn to take office before even thinking about that position. And things are goin just as i thought. The US senate says no no no and now ther are saying maybe maybe maybe, next week they will say yes yes yes. Have some balls guys stand strong this guy should not be in. Our gov is having a field day with you guys one must really consider the intellegency of Burris by accepting the nomination of our crook the gov. he should have waited for quinn to take office before even thinking about that position.

And things are goin just as i thought. The US senate says no no no and now ther are saying maybe maybe maybe, next week they will say yes yes yes. Have some balls guys stand strong this guy should not be in.

Our gov is having a field day with you guys

]]> By: Pat http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220213 Pat Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:15:30 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220213 The 52% of Americans that say Burris should not be seated are using emotion not logic nor law to come to this conclusion. Regardless of being selected by Blago- Burris's appointment is legal. Like it or not. It truly amazes me how the US is becoming dumber and dumber. Stop reading tabloids and looking at video. Why don't you pick up a book? Even the Geico caveman would have gotten this right! The 52% of Americans that say Burris should not be seated are using emotion not logic nor law to come to this conclusion.
Regardless of being selected by Blago- Burris's appointment is legal. Like it or not.

It truly amazes me how the US is becoming dumber and dumber. Stop reading tabloids and looking at video. Why don't you pick up a book? Even the Geico caveman would have gotten this right!

]]> By: Nelson http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220211 Nelson Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:15:21 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220211 Fellow democrats join me in calling for Reeds resignation as majority leader. To allow this issue to dominate the news and the peoples attention during a time when our nation is struggling. A time when the people want change and our government to work Over the past two years Reed has proven he is incapable of dealing with any serious issues. Same old politics,! Seat Burris, fire Reed and lets get on with changing this nation. Fellow democrats join me in calling for Reeds resignation as majority leader. To allow this issue to dominate the news and the peoples attention during a time when our nation is struggling. A time when the people want change and our government to work Over the past two years Reed has proven he is incapable of dealing with any serious issues. Same old politics,! Seat Burris, fire Reed and lets get on with changing this nation.

]]> By: Monrob http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220136 Monrob Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:09:20 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220136 Yeah... but we have laws. We don't govern by polls. They have to sit him. You just watch! Yeah... but we have laws. We don't govern by polls. They have to sit him. You just watch!

]]> By: demwit http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220100 demwit Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:05:52 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220100 52% majority!? But isn't that a progressively defined mandate these days!!?? 52% majority!? But isn't that a progressively defined mandate these days!!??

]]> By: Marcus Allen http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220079 Marcus Allen Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:03:59 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220079 Anyone arguing against Blagojevich /Burris is about as useless as saying O.J. is guilt of murder. The court of law and the rule of law trumps hearsay and speculation. Anyone arguing against Blagojevich /Burris is about as useless as saying O.J. is guilt of murder. The court of law and the rule of law trumps hearsay and speculation.

]]> By: Anonymous http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220076 Anonymous Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:03:40 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220076 Don't seat that guy! I know, I know, the first black senator blah blah blah. Should the 'first' black senator really be an appointee. This is where the Obama that I voted for makes it all better....right? Don't seat that guy!

I know, I know, the first black senator blah blah blah. Should the 'first' black senator really be an appointee. This is where the Obama that I voted for makes it all better....right?

]]> By: Dorothy Brewer http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220070 Dorothy Brewer Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:03:05 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220070 This is ridiculous, if the Govenor has not been charged with a crime, then Burris should be seated, without any requirements or consessions. He might turn out to be a very good Senator for the state of Illinois. This is ridiculous, if the Govenor has not been charged with a crime, then Burris should be seated, without any requirements or consessions. He might turn out to be a very good Senator for the state of Illinois.

]]> By: Ann Kuminns http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220067 Ann Kuminns Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:02:34 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220067 Burris is totally covered in the **** that Blago is swarming in, and it would be a traversty if he is seated. However, if this should happen, the voters of Illinois should and must send a strong message and kick him out in 2010. Burris himself has shown such poor judgement and lack of ethics in angling for the position and while he may be qualified in other aspects, surely the lack of a moral character should disqualify him. So what if a republican wins in the next elections. These same democrats have shown that they are not worthy of any support from the people, especially when they try to bring the race factor into an already stinking sewer. If an African American cannot win on his own, but needs to do it the wrong way, then he does not deserve to be there anyway. NO to Burris/Blago. Burris is totally covered in the **** that Blago is swarming in, and it would be a traversty if he is seated. However, if this should happen, the voters of Illinois should and must send a strong message and kick him out in 2010. Burris himself has shown such poor judgement and lack of ethics in angling for the position and while he may be qualified in other aspects, surely the lack of a moral character should disqualify him. So what if a republican wins in the next elections. These same democrats have shown that they are not worthy of any support from the people, especially when they try to bring the race factor into an already stinking sewer. If an African American cannot win on his own, but needs to do it the wrong way, then he does not deserve to be there anyway. NO to Burris/Blago.

]]> By: Ed Minnesota http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220060 Ed Minnesota Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:01:03 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220060 I am a black American. I feel Burris acted shamefully and decided to tangled with Blago. He is an opportunist, and trying to add a racial tone to his appointment is particulary appalling. I am equally ashamed of the so said Gentleman Rush for bring the race to the issue. The Black American deserve more than burris desparation for the senate office. We need to grow above racial sentiments, and racialization of every thing including Burris opportunistic ambition. I don't support seating him as a matter of principle. If he is seated, consider that seat highly vulnerable in the next election. For me and irrespective of his good records, I will not vote him in the next election. I am a black American. I feel Burris acted shamefully and decided to tangled with Blago. He is an opportunist, and trying to add a racial tone to his appointment is particulary appalling. I am equally ashamed of the so said Gentleman Rush for bring the race to the issue. The Black American deserve more than burris desparation for the senate office. We need to grow above racial sentiments, and racialization of every thing including Burris opportunistic ambition. I don't support seating him as a matter of principle. If he is seated, consider that seat highly vulnerable in the next election. For me and irrespective of his good records, I will not vote him in the next election.

]]> By: JB Cal http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220048 JB Cal Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:00:06 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220048 gene holmes--- I to do not believe burris should be a loud to serve in the senate. I think the only reason he was considerd was because he is black. Also I can't understand when they want equal rights that there the ones to yell discrimination first. when will the white population get it through there heads and start claiming reverse discrimination. Gene, did you even attempt to proof that crap prior to submitting it ? My guess is that you did but came up with the same trash. gene holmes- I to do not believe burris should be a loud to serve in the senate. I think the only reason he was considerd was because he is black. Also I can't understand when they want equal rights that there the ones to yell discrimination first. when will the white population get it through there heads and start claiming reverse discrimination.

Gene, did you even attempt to proof that crap prior to submitting it ? My guess is that you did but came up with the same trash.

]]> By: simp http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220045 simp Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:59:46 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220045 What do the people of Illinois think? Who care about these stupid polls by USA /today. I think he should be seated and not accept any deal from anybody asking him NOT to run in 2010 if he is seated now. What a joke this has become, they say it's not about race, then what in heck is it about? What do the people of Illinois think? Who care about these stupid polls by USA /today. I think he should be seated and not accept any deal from anybody asking him NOT to run in 2010 if he is seated now. What a joke this has become, they say it's not about race, then what in heck is it about?

]]> By: Bill http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220044 Bill Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:59:33 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220044 I think it is a problem for Illinois to tackle. It doesn't really matter nationally. Burris will have to stqnd for election in two years and the people of Illinois can decide. The problem is that the Ilinois constitution does not provide for a special election like many other states. I think the people of Illinois need to decide if they want to change that provision in light of the mischief that has developed with the appointing process. I think it is a problem for Illinois to tackle. It doesn't really matter nationally. Burris will have to stqnd for election in two years and the people of Illinois can decide. The problem is that the Ilinois constitution does not provide for a special election like many other states. I think the people of Illinois need to decide if they want to change that provision in light of the mischief that has developed with the appointing process.

]]> By: garden gal from illinois http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2220014 garden gal from illinois Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:57:35 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2220014 Enough already with the outstanding politician phrase to describe Mr. Burris, in Illinois that phrase is an oxymoron. He may have served the state as the Comptroller and AG, but that was so long ago...and he has not been able to gain office since. The voters of Illinois have repeatedly gone to the polls and have not elected him to the various offices he has vied for. Good grief! when his name was announced I had to Google him to see if he was still alive. He should not be allowed in the Senate. Enough already with the outstanding politician phrase to describe Mr. Burris, in Illinois that phrase is an oxymoron. He may have served the state as the Comptroller and AG, but that was so long ago...and he has not been able to gain office since. The voters of Illinois have repeatedly gone to the polls and have not elected him to the various offices he has vied for. Good grief! when his name was announced I had to Google him to see if he was still alive. He should not be allowed in the Senate.

]]> By: Eric Brown http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219990 Eric Brown Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:54:52 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219990 I agree with many others. Who cares what American's think Illinoisians should do about their representatives? The rule of law must be followed and this is why Peter Fitzgerald should never have compromised his investigation without having ALL that would've been necessary to obtain an indictment of the governor. If he had Blago on record, then he should've let him go ahead with the "sale" of the seat and notified Secretary of State Jesse White and the public prior to certification that the appointment was illegal; if in fact it would've been. I agree with many others. Who cares what American's think Illinoisians should do about their representatives? The rule of law must be followed and this is why Peter Fitzgerald should never have compromised his investigation without having ALL that would've been necessary to obtain an indictment of the governor. If he had Blago on record, then he should've let him go ahead with the "sale" of the seat and notified Secretary of State Jesse White and the public prior to certification that the appointment was illegal; if in fact it would've been.

]]> By: Lisa http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219985 Lisa Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:54:19 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219985 They should have seen this coming! Unfortunatly the people of Illinois have no recourse from this mess that our crooked Govenor has put us in. Burris is an egotistical" has been "and he knows he will never get re-elected in 2010. The arrogance he portrays in his speeches as he pats himself on the back is sickening. Shame on the Democrats for letting this turn of events happen. I know how I will be voting in 2010. They should have seen this coming! Unfortunatly the people of Illinois have no recourse from this mess that our crooked Govenor has put us in. Burris is an egotistical" has been "and he knows he will never get re-elected in 2010. The arrogance he portrays in his speeches as he pats himself on the back is sickening. Shame on the Democrats for letting this turn of events happen. I know how I will be voting in 2010.

]]> By: Robin http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219963 Robin Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:52:00 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219963 Any Senate appointment by Blago at this point should be viewed as illegitimate, this is why Burris should not be seated until this matter with the governor is resolved. Any Senate appointment by Blago at this point should be viewed as illegitimate, this is why Burris should not be seated until this matter with the governor is resolved.

]]> By: David in San Diego http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219958 David in San Diego Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:51:30 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219958 Now that the Dem's are in power they have an example to set. This is a great way to do it. Fighting among themselves. I agree with those from Illinois. It is there issue and they should agree on the course of action. Although I wonder about a man that is pompous enough to create his own headstone. Oh well thats Illinois's problem. They have thier hands full already with Sen "Turbin" Durbin. Now that the Dem's are in power they have an example to set. This is a great way to do it. Fighting among themselves. I agree with those from Illinois. It is there issue and they should agree on the course of action. Although I wonder about a man that is pompous enough to create his own headstone. Oh well thats Illinois's problem. They have thier hands full already with Sen "Turbin" Durbin.

]]> By: mmm http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219954 mmm Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:51:07 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219954 legally, it looks like burris should be seated, but this man has lost his moral sense in accepting an appoinment made by a tainted governor. Morally speaking, nobody should accept blagos appointment. Burris may be very well qualified, but it looks like even a third grader has a better moral sense than he has. legally, it looks like burris should be seated, but this man has lost his moral sense in accepting an appoinment made by a tainted governor. Morally speaking, nobody should accept blagos appointment. Burris may be very well qualified, but it looks like even a third grader has a better moral sense than he has.

]]> By: Mike, Syracuse NY http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219945 Mike, Syracuse NY Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:49:56 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219945 I'd like to see a special election. The IL Dems smell so bad right now that it would be a Republican cake walk. I'd like to see a special election. The IL Dems smell so bad right now that it would be a Republican cake walk.

]]> By: SNAPPA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219940 SNAPPA Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:49:18 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219940 Why do they always bring race into something that has nothing to do with the issue? This appointment is TAINTED pure and simple. Why can"t they simply wait until the Gov is impeached or convicted or cleared of the charges. Why is Burris pushing this so hard, because he ran for the senate 3 times and lost and this is the only way he can get in. The senate should simply put a hold on the appointment and wait it out and Burris should understand the issue if he's going to be a senator. Why do they always bring race into something that has nothing to do with the issue? This appointment is TAINTED pure and simple. Why can"t they simply wait until the Gov is impeached or convicted or cleared of the charges. Why is Burris pushing this so hard, because he ran for the senate 3 times and lost and this is the only way he can get in.

The senate should simply put a hold on the appointment and wait it out and Burris should understand the issue if he's going to be a senator.

]]> By: political junkie http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219938 political junkie Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:49:03 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219938 Don't know anything about Burris - BUT - because the guy who appointed him made such a big deal of 'selling' the seat - or getting something out of it - it just makes you suspicious as to WHY Blago chose him - THAT is what I would want to find out! Don't know anything about Burris – BUT – because the
guy who appointed him made such a big deal of
'selling' the seat – or getting something out of it –
it just makes you suspicious as to WHY Blago
chose him – THAT is what I would want to find out!

]]> By: George http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219933 George Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:48:27 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219933 I do not thing that Mr. Burris should or should not be seated at the Senate. Knowing where his nomination comes from he should DECLINE from being seated. It would give him credibility which at this point a good portion of the populations is questioning. I do not thing that Mr. Burris should or should not be seated at the Senate. Knowing where his nomination comes from he should DECLINE from being seated. It would give him credibility which at this point a good portion of the populations is questioning.

]]> By: Irritated in Fl http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219930 Irritated in Fl Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:48:11 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219930 This is about race. CNN won't post my comments but then again CNN is so Pro Obama they can't see the forrest for the trees. The "race card". being played over and over, and over....again. This is about race. CNN won't post my comments but then again CNN is so Pro Obama they can't see the forrest for the trees. The "race card". being played over and over, and over....again.

]]> By: Dick Bloom http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219929 Dick Bloom Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:48:04 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219929 Allowing a senator appointed by a governor accused of a felony in relation to that appointment to sit in the Senate must be one of the dumbest acts ever committed by the US Senate. (revision of above) Allowing a senator appointed by a governor accused of a felony in relation to that appointment to sit in the Senate must be one of the dumbest acts ever committed by the US Senate. (revision of above)

]]> By: Gabby from Illinois http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219925 Gabby from Illinois Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:47:45 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219925 CNN, as well as the rest of the media and the Senate, are being LAUGHED at by our crooked and sleazy Governor. He's now put the show over to the Senate Building and away from himself and you're all falling for it. Don't let yourself be controlled by this scum-bag. Put your spot light back on Blagojavich so he can't hide in the dark corners. And for goodness sake, cut those puppet strings that he is using to control you. BLAGO MUST GO! CNN, as well as the rest of the media and the Senate, are being LAUGHED at by our crooked and sleazy Governor. He's now put the show over to the Senate Building and away from himself and you're all falling for it. Don't let yourself be controlled by this scum-bag. Put your spot light back on Blagojavich so he can't hide in the dark corners. And for goodness sake, cut those puppet strings that he is using to control you. BLAGO MUST GO!

]]> By: TJ Johnson http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219923 TJ Johnson Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:47:28 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219923 Isn't this funny watching the democrats eat their own? Some unity Obama brought to DC. Isn't this funny watching the democrats eat their own? Some unity Obama brought to DC.

]]> By: Dick Bloom http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219920 Dick Bloom Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:46:45 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219920 Allowing a senator appointed by a governor accused of a felony in relation to that appointment must be one of the dumbest acts ever committed by the US Senate. Allowing a senator appointed by a governor accused of a felony in relation to that appointment must be one of the dumbest acts ever committed by the US Senate.

]]> By: President Obama http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219914 President Obama Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:45:33 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219914 For me, it is so blatantly obvious that he wants the position more than life itself. I don't think it is politically healthy to be so anxious. Also, I would think there are others who should be considered. For me, it is so blatantly obvious that he wants the position more than life itself. I don't think it is politically healthy to be so anxious. Also, I would think there are others who should be considered.

]]> By: Kristen http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219909 Kristen Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:45:12 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219909 Let's make a deal. We, the voters of Illinois, will refrain from telling the Minnesotans that are electing Al Franken as Senator, and the New Yorkers who can't even get their Govenor to appoint an overly connected and underqualified candidate, how to run their states and you will all BACK OFF! Illinois law is what will determine who our Senator is (Roland Burris) not the opinions of people that won't be represented by him. The choice has been made, Jesse White does NOT need to sign off on it and Reid better let him in. It's a new year and we have vacation time. I think that it is time to go to Washington and demand that the hypocritical Senators from other states get off their high horses and seat our Senator. Let's make a deal. We, the voters of Illinois, will refrain from telling the Minnesotans that are electing Al Franken as Senator, and the New Yorkers who can't even get their Govenor to appoint an overly connected and underqualified candidate, how to run their states and you will all BACK OFF! Illinois law is what will determine who our Senator is (Roland Burris) not the opinions of people that won't be represented by him. The choice has been made, Jesse White does NOT need to sign off on it and Reid better let him in. It's a new year and we have vacation time. I think that it is time to go to Washington and demand that the hypocritical Senators from other states get off their high horses and seat our Senator.

]]> By: Bette Johnson http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219908 Bette Johnson Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:44:59 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219908 For Ken in Dallas: You're so right. Ignorance of the law (which includes decisions of the past) and just plain ignorance is the reason The Lord and Savior Obomber is going into the White House in just a few days. The democrats favor people like that because they can be so easily controlled with words (you know, pretty speeches, smiles, etc). For Ken in Dallas: You're so right. Ignorance of the law (which includes decisions of the past) and just plain ignorance is the reason The Lord and Savior Obomber is going into the White House in just a few days. The democrats favor people like that because they can be so easily controlled with words (you know, pretty speeches, smiles, etc).

]]> By: THis person http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219905 THis person Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:44:26 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219905 They should let him be senator till they come to a ruling on Blagojevich. If guilty, Burris can prove he didn't try to buy the seat. If not guilty, burris can take the seat with no questions. They should let him be senator till they come to a ruling on Blagojevich. If guilty, Burris can prove he didn't try to buy the seat. If not guilty, burris can take the seat with no questions.

]]> By: Judgment call http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219904 Judgment call Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:44:19 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219904 It's not that Burris is a bad guy or unqualified. We really don't know much about him. The real issue is Burris demonstrated incredibly poor judgement by accepting the appointment from govenor Blagojevich. Based on the one decision I've seen him make, he's not fit to be a US Senator. We need someone who can help get this country going again and not a self serving opportunist like Burris. It's not that Burris is a bad guy or unqualified. We really don't know much about him. The real issue is Burris demonstrated incredibly poor judgement by accepting the appointment from govenor Blagojevich. Based on the one decision I've seen him make, he's not fit to be a US Senator. We need someone who can help get this country going again and not a self serving opportunist like Burris.

]]> By: Troy Estes http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219903 Troy Estes Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:44:18 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219903 One question is not being ask. Why would someone want a seat in senate that is awarded by a Gov. under suspicion of such criminal activity. Also, right after the whole controversy began, Burris claimed Racism which really made me angry. Is "Cause I'm Black" going to be the persuasive argument that seats this obvious racist?. If Obama really wants to be a leader he should denounce such racist claims by a man that obivously only wants controversy, or publicity. A real man of integrity would not want anything to do with the "tainted Gov", much less a senate seat awarded by him. Lets just put the seat on E-bay for gods sake. One question is not being ask. Why would someone want a seat in senate that is awarded by a Gov. under suspicion of such criminal activity. Also, right after the whole controversy began, Burris claimed Racism which really made me angry. Is "Cause I'm Black" going to be the persuasive argument that seats this obvious racist?. If Obama really wants to be a leader he should denounce such racist claims by a man that obivously only wants controversy, or publicity. A real man of integrity would not want anything to do with the "tainted Gov", much less a senate seat awarded by him. Lets just put the seat on E-bay for gods sake.

]]> By: Tallman from Illinois http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219901 Tallman from Illinois Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:43:36 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219901 Its not about race. Jesse White the Illinois Secretary of State who refuses to sign the certificate is black. Time will sort things out. We in Illinois have a legacy of corruption, of our last eight governors 3 have gone to prison, with the forth possibly heading there. Its not about race. Jesse White the Illinois Secretary of State who refuses to sign the certificate is black. Time will sort things out. We in Illinois have a legacy of corruption, of our last eight governors 3 have gone to prison, with the forth possibly heading there.

]]> By: Michael http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219896 Michael Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:42:50 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219896 Not a slow guy..........just needs to work on his public appearance and posture Not a slow guy..........just needs to work on his public appearance and posture

]]> By: Andrew http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219895 Andrew Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:42:46 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219895 If it's 52 percent how can this be mostly republicans? The majority now are democrats Gary, haven't you been reading about the political shift and paying attention to the last few elections? This guy is a fraud and anybody with a brain can see this was a calculated pick to bring disarray to the democratic party, which it has. Burris is a fool that cares only about himself. Haven't we had enough of people like this? If it's 52 percent how can this be mostly republicans? The majority now are democrats Gary, haven't you been reading about the political shift and paying attention to the last few elections? This guy is a fraud and anybody with a brain can see this was a calculated pick to bring disarray to the democratic party, which it has. Burris is a fool that cares only about himself. Haven't we had enough of people like this?

]]> By: Michael http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219888 Michael Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:41:28 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219888 For the record, everyone should look into Burris's resume For the record, everyone should look into Burris's resume

]]> By: Griff http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219886 Griff Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:41:18 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219886 they have seat for you. In the Cuckoo's Nest.... they have seat for you. In the Cuckoo's Nest....

]]> By: Gary G http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219885 Gary G Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:41:15 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219885 I can't believe that as American's we continue to allow such behavior and this weasel Burris to become an American Senator under such underhanded circumstances. Burris should not be able to take out my trash. I can't believe that as American's we continue to allow such behavior and this weasel Burris to become an American Senator under such underhanded circumstances. Burris should not be able to take out my trash.

]]> By: Antonio from ILLINOIS http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219884 Antonio from ILLINOIS Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:40:55 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219884 Roland Burris would represent the people from ILLNINOIS. So we should only be concerned what those 13 million people have to say, not what the rest of the country does! Roland Burris would represent the people from ILLNINOIS. So we should only be concerned what those 13 million people have to say, not what the rest of the country does!

]]> By: Alex http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219881 Alex Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:40:46 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219881 Who cares about polls. We are a nation of laws, not mobs last time I checked. The appointment was made legally, end of story. Who cares about polls. We are a nation of laws, not mobs last time I checked. The appointment was made legally, end of story.

]]> By: elle http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219880 elle Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:40:44 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219880 what legal precident are they following? he was appointed by the current govenor, which under Illinois law makes him the righful successor to that seat. There is no clause in said law stating that if the gov is wacky, corrupt, or under suspician that this power is null and void. Until this comes to law comes to be, Burris is legally entitled to that seat. He should be allowed to stay there until a special election is held for his seat or proof of foul play by Burris in obtaining this seat is obtained and proven. what legal precident are they following? he was appointed by the current govenor, which under Illinois law makes him the righful successor to that seat. There is no clause in said law stating that if the gov is wacky, corrupt, or under suspician that this power is null and void. Until this comes to law comes to be, Burris is legally entitled to that seat. He should be allowed to stay there until a special election is held for his seat or proof of foul play by Burris in obtaining this seat is obtained and proven.

]]> By: Darren http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219868 Darren Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:39:01 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219868 Why are so many concerned about Burris' tomb? Considering it is located in a cemetary that at one time didn't permit African-Americans and now dozens of famous black people are buried in Oakwood cemetary, I think it is a very nice monument. There are several people who are still alive that have reserved space and built their tombstones there. Albertina Walker's tomb is there and she is very much still alive. It's called planning people...and at the rate of real estate prices in Chicago rapidly increasing it makes good business since to lock in the price of a burial. I could have sworn when I saw the tomb last year, it was a joint venture between Burris and his wife, a noted educator. It's funny how the media conveniently chooses to leave out her portion of the tomb, right next to his, as well as fail to mention all of her accomplishments that are listed. Why are so many concerned about Burris' tomb?
Considering it is located in a cemetary that at one time didn't permit African-Americans and now dozens of famous black people are buried in Oakwood cemetary, I think it is a very nice monument.
There are several people who are still alive that have reserved space and built their tombstones there. Albertina Walker's tomb is there and she is very much still alive. It's called planning people...and at the rate of real estate prices in Chicago rapidly increasing it makes good business since to lock in the price of a burial. I could have sworn when I saw the tomb last year, it was a joint venture between Burris and his wife, a noted educator. It's funny how the media conveniently chooses to leave out her portion of the tomb, right next to his, as well as fail to mention all of her accomplishments that are listed.

]]> By: Eric http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219866 Eric Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:38:52 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219866 This poll isn't really relevant since it is a nationwide poll. CNN should really be polling the people of IL, since after all it is their decision who their senators should be. My guess is that the numbers still wouldn't be in Burris' favor though... This poll isn't really relevant since it is a nationwide poll.

CNN should really be polling the people of IL, since after all it is their decision who their senators should be. My guess is that the numbers still wouldn't be in Burris' favor though...

]]> By: KJL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219855 KJL Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:36:49 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219855 I don't think Roland Burris should be seated, but it shouldn't reflect on him as an individual. He's qualified. He has a good reputation. He knows the state. He wants the position. And now he's between a rock and a hard place. If he turned Blago down, it's unlikely he'd ever be a senator, but by accepting he looks like part of Blago's "machine." I don't think Roland Burris should be seated, but it shouldn't reflect on him as an individual. He's qualified. He has a good reputation. He knows the state. He wants the position. And now he's between a rock and a hard place. If he turned Blago down, it's unlikely he'd ever be a senator, but by accepting he looks like part of Blago's "machine."

]]> By: Rocky http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219847 Rocky Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:35:53 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219847 what a circus! when there are so many other tough problems in this world, we have to focus on this? what a circus! when there are so many other tough problems in this world, we have to focus on this?

]]> By: Annette Street http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219842 Annette Street Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:35:07 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219842 ROLAND BURRIS APPEAR TO BE TOO DESPERATE FOR POWER. HE KNEW THE SITUATION VERY WELL BEFORE HE ACCEPTED THE POSITION. HIS ACTION APPEAR TO BE ALL ABOUT HIMSELF. ROLAND BURRIS APPEAR TO BE TOO DESPERATE FOR POWER. HE KNEW THE SITUATION VERY WELL BEFORE HE ACCEPTED THE POSITION. HIS ACTION APPEAR TO BE ALL ABOUT HIMSELF.

]]> By: Kevin http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2009/01/07/majority-say-burris-shouldnt-be-seated/#comment-2219839 Kevin Wed, 07 Jan 2009 18:34:47 +0000 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/?p=34652#comment-2219839 Pretty much an irrelevant poll. The only Americans who will really have any say in the matter are the Illinois voters. Pretty much an irrelevant poll. The only Americans who will really have any say in the matter are the Illinois voters.

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