Comments on: Powell not looking for administration job

By: Secular Nation

Secular Nation — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 06:18:00 +0000

If Powell hadn't fall into Bush's trap by joining him in his administration , he could have been the president today. A well calculated move by Bush to avoid a potential contender to run against him. Then they killed his legacy by throwing in into the well by letting him make the presentation of fake intelligence reports on the wmd in Iraq. There is no such things as being a " good trooper" in politics.

At least he get back at some by backing Obama. And now supporting Clinton. Quite a switch from a republican.

He should be the secretary of state for Obama's second term. Obama will tire of Hillary in four years. Obviously, Bill did.

By: Khiong

Khiong — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 06:12:02 +0000

Whatever negative comment may be said about Mr. Powell, he has both the guts and integrity to live with conviction.

By: John

John — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:13:24 +0000

I am truly dismayed by all the bile I see here for Mr. Powell. For everything that he's done for this country, the doors he helped open for African Americans, and his decades of public service, he deserves better than this, and I am ashamed by what so many here have to say.

And yes, he erred in going before the U.N. with the intelligence he had in hand. But he erred on the side of doing the job he was asked to do, and trusting those in leadership positions above him. Bush, Cheney, and Rumsfeld used Powell's reputation and clout to push their agenda, that much is obvious now. It is also obvious to anyone paying attention that Powell was the lone voice of reason in Bush's inner circle; An inner circle that ignored every tenant of the "Powell Doctrine" when they took us to war.

He is an honorable and decent man who did the right thing by resigning when it became apparent that he had helped advance an unjustified war. If anyone deserves our forgiveness, it is Colon Powell.

By: Eloise

Eloise — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:48:29 +0000

I lost respect for you supporting Obama Powell! Don't call yourself a Republican and don't let others call you one either. Stay away from the light!

By: janet, ohio

janet, ohio — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:48:27 +0000

Bob - here's my conclusion: you have way too much time on your hands, buddy

By: last honets man

last honets man — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:22:51 +0000

Colin Powell, Is a traitor to his principles and his party. The Democrats can have him.

By: Messiah watch

Messiah watch — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:22:05 +0000

Iraq has been a stunning success no matter how it is measured. It must pain the Obama butt lickers that a free and democrat government is rising in Iraq. You Obamist are happiest when you know an oppresive and fascist regime has its foot on your throat. Your Messiah is going to place his foot on your throat on January 20th. Idiots.

By: Phil

Phil — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:19:36 +0000

I still think that Colin Powell is an honorable man. I can not explain why.... You can just feel it.

Bush and his dogs used Powell for their purposes. I think Powell thought he was severing his country, while the war machine used his good name. Those dogs should burn in hell.

I trusted Powell when he spoke to the UN. But I think that he was lied to just like the rest of the world.

Powell belongs in the current government.

By: Cali Mike

Cali Mike — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:18:25 +0000

Dilemma.

On one hand, I admire and respect Colin Powell. The VushAdministration wasn't very good for alot of people and he DID resign, after all, when he found out they lied to him and used him at the U.N.. Everybody makes mistakes.

But what a huge mistake. Huge.

By: Butch Dillon

Butch Dillon — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:13:41 +0000

Colin Powell is a very decent man, but perhaps he was too much the soldier at the wrong time. He is beyond rehabilitation for that solitary UN delivery leading up to the pointless war in Iraq. He did not do it for power or money but simply to support his commanding officer, like the good soldier he was trained to be. Unfortunately, at that time he was Secretary of State and not a soldier, with an obligation to the nation he served that far exceeded his presumed loyalty to Bush. Maybe one day he will redeem himself, but it appears that the opportunity to do so will not be given to him.

By: Muffet in Georgia

Muffet in Georgia — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:09:40 +0000

As long as Mr. Powell is close by to share his expertise when needed....I understand his decision. Mr. Powell you are also a distinguished public servant..

By: S Callahan

S Callahan — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:00:51 +0000

I don't think Powell 'initally' knew about the lies...remember...he did leave the adminstration...and my view he did this when he 'knew' things were lies or wronged. Look back in his past media speeches .. he let his dissatisfaction known. Give the guy some credit....

By: Don

Don — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:59:49 +0000

Colin Powell is and will ever be an honorable man. It's a shame that the rest of the conservative/Republican ilk can't be more like him.

By: Bimmer

Bimmer — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:48:32 +0000

Powell is like a towel. Overated. What did he accomplish when he was in Bush admin?

By: SOUTHERN HOTTIE

SOUTHERN HOTTIE — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:41:34 +0000

LET OBAMA KEEP HIS BLACKBERRY!

I NEED A PRESIDENT WHO IS CONNECTED TO ME.

US.

By: Fred

Fred — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:38:51 +0000

Powell isn't a Republican, so stop saying that. He's a liberal opportunist looking for a job!

By: SOUTHERN HOTTIE

SOUTHERN HOTTIE — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:37:25 +0000

Huh?

To endorse someone offering a viable option than from whom wherein you loyalty lies offers naught viable option means crossing party lines?

By: SOUTHERN HOTTIE

SOUTHERN HOTTIE — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:35:07 +0000

Ok. So what?
What's the big deal?

By: William A. Schaedler from St. Louis

William A. Schaedler from St. Louis — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:32:02 +0000

Had this man been a candidate for President I would have readily voted for him. But unfortunately I was not presented with that opportunity. I find the current victor to be most distasteful and arrogant. I highly doubt that he will succeed in the position.

By: PowWow

PowWow — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:30:26 +0000

who is going to be the Secretary of Common Sense? the cost of 117 mile train trip because of "tradition",? why don't the spend the funds on the infractrure they are using instead? duh

By: Merle

Merle — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:14:55 +0000

duuh Powell...Hillary will do AWESOME thank you!

By: Purdum

Purdum — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:14:48 +0000

He is smart enough to know he was lying to you.
Are you smart enough to catch on? A lot of average Joes like myself knew it was a lie. Are you really thinking that a man is his position didn't know the truth. Someone said they hoped he would get the CIA job. Christ!! He should be on a plane with Cheney and Bush on the way to the Hague. He was a man I admired. Now, just a another Bush scumbag.

By: ama

ama — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:11:53 +0000

You lost your bid for ever, Sir!

By: Denny Sangiovanni

Denny Sangiovanni — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:09:56 +0000

Peggy, Powell did a very good job in Haiti and Clinton wasn't in power at that time. So get the fact.

By: No Incumbents 2010

No Incumbents 2010 — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:09:30 +0000

Well that is good for Obama, Powell has a loyalty problem.

By: Barry

Barry — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 03:03:08 +0000

I have to agree with many of the posts.
Powell is irrevocably "damaged goods".
Too bad.... he really had alot going for him.

The Iraq War has been SUCH A DISASTER!.
And Powell got up before the U.N. with satellite photos saying
"yeah, here's some WMD, oh...and over here, there's yet more"

Nobody should be allowed to harm this country to such an extent and EVER!!!! show his face in public again (Bush, Cheney...this means you too)

By: Jeff From Jersey

Jeff From Jersey — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:58:41 +0000

The effects of the Bush Administration no doubt.Why would he ever work for another politician after Bush and Cheney made him look like a fool in front of the UN?Heck,the whole world!Another casualty of the War in Iraq.What a shame.He could have been an even greater help to this country than he has already been.

By: nate

nate — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:45:13 +0000

Powell stepped up big time on Meet the Press when it counted. I love all the fat losers in their boxer shorts sitting there, eating their cheese doodles, typing away on their low-end Dells, criticizing everyone. Do they really think anyone cares what they think?

By: Jan Illinois

Jan Illinois — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:37:59 +0000

Amen John S. Ditto Double from me. They would not print what I had to say about Mr. Powell , not that it was improper, it was just true. To anybody on here who takes up for this criminal. See John S. statement.

By: Brenda C

Brenda C — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:32:57 +0000

Colin Powell needed to check out obama's website and he could have joined in the fun game of throwing shoes at a cutout of President Bush. Wonder what he'll say when they invite him to a game of who can spit watermelon seeds into the mouth of a cutout of obama? You're all invited to join in the fun since you love games.

By: James

James — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:28:30 +0000

An American who served on behalf of the country honorably his entire career, until he also ran into the Bush Train Wreck called "a faux government". I respect Powell, and I have to say I believe his endorsement for Obama carried for more weight for at least some of the electorate then most of the others in the campaign. I know it resonated with all my friends both in and out of the military, it was much discussed and I think quite influential. To all the Powell bashers – don't discount a person and not look at the entire breadth of their career. Best of luck to you in your future endeavors Colin Powell.

By: Janie

Janie — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:27:05 +0000

General Colin Powell is a great man. He does not deserve ANY derogatory remarks. Wish he had run for President , he would have been outstanding in such a position.

By: Jar

Jar — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:25:58 +0000

oh pity. he's too confusing anyway.

By: roy

roy — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:21:50 +0000

Powell seems to be someone who transcends party lines and I respect him at least. Damaged goods? Last I heard the current administration screwed most of us, why is Colin any different?!

By: Farrell, Houston, Tx

Farrell, Houston, Tx — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:17:09 +0000

Powell states he isn't looking for a job but will be helpful in any way he can. That's more than others can say because they have no solution but they are very helpful in negativity. If you don't have a solution to our nations problems then don't be a part of the problem.

By: Tim

Tim — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:10:28 +0000

Powell is as genuine as the Gaza video.

By: LM75

LM75 — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:10:07 +0000

Too bad. He's one of the best things the Republicans have going. I would vote for him for president in a second.

By: hastump

hastump — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:02:29 +0000

Powell will always respond to demand for service. He should serve as an honorary chair of....some suitable role at White House...he brings dignity and integrity to White House...perhaps he can take a command role to withdraw US forces from Iraq systematically.

By: Gene

Gene — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:58:38 +0000

To all those that said Powell was just kissing up to Obama by endorsing him to get a job in his administration.. and you know who you are... chew on that for a while. People always jumping to conclusions here.

By: Peggy

Peggy — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:57:14 +0000

Colin Powell went to Haiti in1994 to negociate the return of Jean Bertrand Aristide to power. Aristide was a Catholic priest in trouble with the Vatican for preaching violence before becoming president (priest-president). Colin Powell and B.Clinton knew who Aristide was but they didn't care. They had the guts to make the world believe they had returned Democracy to Haiti. Aristide was no angel.

By: John Starnes Tampa Florida

John Starnes Tampa Florida — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:57:05 +0000

Since Powell's lies to the UN and Congress and the American people about WMDs were CRUCIAL to Bush being able to launch his unprovoked, illegal and immoral war on Iraq that has cost this nation dearly in both blood and treasure, while getting 1.2 MILLION Iraqis killed, this traitor belongs in a war crimes trial, not this or any other administration. That he can be "very happy in private life", with so much blood on his hands, indicates he has one cold soul. And to think that years ago I saw him as an honorable hero.

By: Tom

Tom — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:56:39 +0000

I can't understand the animosity toward Colin Powell who has served his country and is continuing to do so. I'm a professional in the health care field and I plan on volunteering in any capacity needed on MLK Day...and will do so on a regular basis. We need as Americans to support the idea of individual responsibility and community service no matter who won the election. I'm sure John McCain, who wants what's best for America, is supporting both General Powell and President-Elect Obama.

By: bush

bush — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:56:32 +0000

Bush-Cheney-rumsfeld destroyed powell.

By: Byron from NY

Byron from NY — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:55:40 +0000

I never comment but LMAO at the comment MIkeh made. Powell is a good guy but got caught in bad situation. He's one of the most knowlegeable people in the country in turns of foreign military policy

By: mom

mom — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:48:15 +0000

Don't blame Powell. He did the honorable thing and resigned when it became apparent we went to war in Iraq based on lies perpetuated by the Bush administration. He is enjoying his private life and he deserves it. He is a terrific motivational speaker and I hope he continues his good work for as many years as he has the ability and strength. We could do a whole lot worse than Colin Powell.

By: this is the year

this is the year — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:43:15 +0000

I think this is a shame , Obama and Powell together would be an unstoppable team !!!

By: Bob

Bob — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:37:15 +0000

A little mathematical observation...
Comments on the Palin story...149
Comments on all other stories...174

Draw your own conclusions..

By: Old Artillery Man

Old Artillery Man — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:33:34 +0000

Just go away. I for one have had enough of the ultimate, “go along to get along man.” I still remember you UN presentation.

By: J Robinson

J Robinson — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:31:11 +0000

The best President we never had.

By: Susan Cheslog

Susan Cheslog — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:28:53 +0000

For Gosh sakes, Colin Powell, please make yourself available to President-Elect Obama and VP Biden. A position in the new administration filled by Colin Powell, is exactly what we need. Mr. Powell was one of the few in the Bush administration that actually made the right decisions. If Powell would have had his say, we may never have gone to war with Iraq. We need more like him, a strong, intelligent, decisive leader.