Washington (CNN) - An angry Sen. Jim Bunning, R-Kentucky, refused to answer questions from CNN and ABC News Monday afternoon about his decision to block a bill that would extend unemployment benefits to millions of jobless Americans. An ABC News producer who was there says Bunning gave him the middle finger in response to a question.
CNN's Dana Bash and a CNN camera crew tried to get Bunning to comment more extensively on the controversy on Monday. But the senator "got very angry," she said.
"Excuse me," the agitated senator told Bash while entering a Senate elevator. "I need to get to the (Senate) floor."
Moments earlier, and ABC News reporter and crew also attempted to question Bunning as he was getting on the Senate elevator.
A posting on the ABC News website details the exchange: "Excuse me! This is a Senator's only elevator!" Bunning responded as he was asked a question by ABC's Jonathan Karl.
"Excuse me!" Bunning yelled. "I've got to go to the floor!"
ABC News producer Z. Bryon Wolf spotted Bunning as he exited his office. When Wolf asked Bunning to stay and talk to cameras, Wolf says Bunning walked away and shot his middle finger over his head.
CNN reached out to Bunning’s office for comment. A spokesman for the senator said "I don't have any comment," when asked about the obscene gesture.
On the floor of the Senate, top Democrats tore into the Republican from Kentucky for blocking the unemployment benefits extension. The Senate adjourned last week without approving extensions of cash and health insurance benefits for the unemployed after Bunning blocked the measure by insisting that Congress first pay for the $10 billion package.
Bunning, who is retiring at the end of this year, said he doesn't oppose extending the programs - he just doesn't want to add to the deficit. Democrats claim the bill is an emergency measure that should not be subject to new rules requiring that legislation not expand the deficit.
As a result of the Senate's inaction, many jobless people starting Monday were no longer able to apply for federal unemployment benefits or the COBRA health insurance subsidy.
After refusing to talk to ABC and CNN, Bunning took to the Senate floor to bemoan what he characterized as a growing lack of fiscal responsibility.
"If we can't find $10 billion to pay for something that we all support, we will never pay for anything on the floor of the U.S. Senate," he said.
Bunning's remarks prompted an immediate response from Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nevada.
"Where was my friend from Kentucky when we had two wars that were unpaid for during the Bush administration?" he asked. Reid also mentioned the Bush administration tax cuts, which Democrats have said are unpaid for.
"We don't need lectures here on debt" from the GOP, he said. "There are poor people all over America who are desperate today."
Since the controversy over the $10 billion package started late last week, this appears to be Bunning's second outburst. According to two Democratic aides on the Senate floor Thursday night, Bunning muttered "tough s-" as Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, criticized Bunning's stance on the package.
–CNN's Dana Bash, Ted Barrett, Alan Silverleib and Paul Steinhauser contributed to this story.
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you didn't know? You can't ever question a republican
Bunning's rich, he doesn't care. All these politicians have their jobs. Screw the little guy.
Umpires would throw someone out a game for that....right?
The intelligence of a conservative is refreshing. That Jimbo always had difficulty with expressing himself in English. Kentucky has two complete asses representing them in the senate.
But, being such a good outstanding Republican, Republican Bunning will be in church next Sunday thumping on his Bible. Typical Republican!
What's next? Knives in the Senate house? Classless fools.
Where was this jerk on two unfunded and undeclared wars?
Bunning is acting like a typical republican, he is not acting to solve a problem, he is simply refusing to take an active part is solving the problem. The middle finger thing is simply uncalled for, especially from a member of Congress; but, then again he is acting as a republican.
the hell with the gop lets vote all of them out this november! the party of NO! now now now vote them out out out
you stay classy jim...
Republican Bunning is truly what the GOP stands for!! What an embarrassment to our country. Glad he's on his way out. Piss on his grave!
good for you Mr Bunning. Had you been a democrat the worthless media would have swept it under the rug. You were trying to get to the floor and the irrisponsible media was trying to get a gottcha quote from you (of course you gave them the finger) but the problem is the media should have scheduled time instead. oh well, nice to know the media is in search of the truth, well until it comes to a democrat then they are in search for a cover up
Republican Bunning can take his finger, stick it where the sun don't shine and twirl on it.....he'll probably enjoy it!
Nothing but a typical GOP malcontent.
Bet his mama would have been proud.....what an embarrassment!!
He may as well have been giving the finger to all the people on unemployment that will be penniless now. Nice.....
I think a middle finger is a symbol for a Kentucky IQ.
REPUBLICAN OBSTRUCTIONIST...simply put. Dems are not at fault for this mess, though other incidents could be up for discussion. This one goes in the (R) column.
Our system is broken. The minority can stop things from going forward and 1 man (troll) can stop hundreds of thousands of people from being paid. America wake up, REPUBLICAN OBSTRUCTIONISM is not the key.
That gesture is essentially what the entire Republican party has been offering to ALL US citizens for help, assistance, reform or anything else that does not directly benefit the corporate agenda.
I am all in favor of Freedom of the Press.....it's one of the things I love about America. It sounds like that finger equatls $10,000,000,000 that we don't have......good thing it was only for the one bill cause the reporters might have gotten a few more.
What a pig!
Here's another smug, self-important GOP jerk to VOTE OUT....
I wouldn't take it personally Z. Bryon Wolf. He has already done that to millions of unemployed Americans.
Obviously attended the same charm school as Dick Cheney.
Bunning is giving the finger to millions of unemployed Americans. His Republicant Tea Bag supporters must be proud.
How dare the CNN and ABC news reporters question his highness Sen. Bunning? He is a self serving (not public serving) leader, who has earned his right to be above us lower class American people. You tell them Senator! Let them eat cake! Sen. Bunning is no different than any other member in congress of either party.
Excuse me! What is the difference between these two parties? All I know is both have had a monopoly on my freedom for my entire lifetime (53YRS), and year after year I work and struggle and get no where. Every year the taxes and fees to feed the massive Government go up and the value of the Dollar goes down.
How can you folks continue to vote for these people who refuse to represent you? How can you vote for these two parties who have done nothing to your right to individual Liberty?
Vote Congress out, “you are fired” if they are in. Vote them out this fall no matter what party they belong to and in the next election and every election going forward until they become the servants of the people once more.
The GOP have been shooting the finger to the president, the Democrats, democracy, the constitution, the American people...Bunning in one gesture has summed up the Republican position on everything.
Maybe Senator Bunning needs to retire now because he is losing control.
Typical low-class Republican move.
"My commitment is health reform that empowers patients and not Washington."
Forgot the second part of the sentence: "...which is why I'm a Republican Senator trying to limit patients' rights to sue doctors who commit malpractice." You know, because deregulating the industry to give the giant corporations like insurance companies more wiggle room while simultaneously taking away patients' recourse for abuse and negligence...that "empowers patients."
Why do these actions surprise anyone, it is just typical Repugliban actions in full view, remember Repugliban Cheney doing the same thing?
Boy, the Republicans sure have made themselves look foolish this year. Bunning is just fitting in with the GOP. THUG!
obscene gesture? so all 0of the sudden we have gotten thin skinned when someone flips us off?
well how about them dems flipping the majority of the people off by jamming the health care bill thru
another double standards set by the left and when are they going to get rid of pelosis lover rangle for being a lying cheating steamy pile
What a suprise? A republican senator being a jerk and screwing over average americans?
Hmm sounds like 2000-2008, but hey, they're patriotic and real 'mericans. Why is "little jimmy" is so angry, I'll bet it's becasue he can raise his middle finger but he can't raise much else.....
Real respectable..........glad he's going!
Grow up, bigot Bunning!
Boycott republican fly over states!
Wild speculation: Bunning was forced into throwing himself on his sword by the rest of the party. He drew the shortest straw, so to speak. All th eother GOPers who, let's face it, could tell him to cut it out, now get to don snide smiles and pretend their hands are clean.
This is a senator, this is a sad day in america, no jobs and now he gives the finger to the american people, this is a SAD DAY.and not one republican, made a comment about it.what a shame.what a shame.
Yep! There goes that angry lynch mob attitude surfacing again. Hey Bunning, that's real professional. You're on the fast track buddy; your constituents must be so proud.
How did one ole F.A.R.T. block this bill? I hope he has nightmares of all the children and babies who may not have food because of his decision. If anyone vote for a republican again, they are in serious trouble. What waste of people. I pay taxes to help people in my country. And contrary to what many may think, social programs are not easy to be accepted for. Sure we need to weed some of them out but look at the American citizens who are suffering that worked in this country and paid taxes. Some are ex service people of our country. I can not understand how so many people can be so heartless.
Now Isn't That Interesting, Senator Jim (Ole Jimbo) Bunning Even Thinks That HypocriCNN & ABC (Conservitive Leaning) News Are #1....With A Finger! On A More Serious Note, HisMiddle Finger Point Is Only Describing His Behavior That We Never Thought Existed Until Now. Insert:~Shock & Awe!~
This is part of the Repubs' "populist appeal." Their base has this kind of attitude toward people, so it's only natural that their elected officials treat others this way too. Great American role models? I think not?
All I want to know is what time dinner is going to be served at the Bunning house because my husband and son and I will have to come there to eat dinner every night if Mr. Bunning succeeds in what he is doing.
Judi Lumpkin
It's time to replace all of them. People are tire of all of your old crusty butts.
"I have to get to the floor to make sure no progress is made and keep struggling Americans struggling. Out of My way, I'm important!!!"
He is gone and could care less what his action does to others. This should be a clear signal to all: that enough is enough of the fear/hate/obstructionist/purity Republicans.
We need to send a loud and clear message by not voting in a single Republican in 2010 and vote for either a true Democrat or Independent.
His party gives the American people the middle finger, so is it any surprise? I am glad that CNN is covering the immature grandstanding by this Senator. He has cost thousands of people their COBRA coverage...and once a person loses insurance coverage they are very vulnerable to losing coverage in the future because of pre-existing condition laws.
Ever get the feeling politicians are running for their lives? Im telling you folks, 2010 midterms are going to rattle the entire system. There is a storm gathering and everyone but Washington can see it.
It's getting so I can't tell these angry, fat, rich white men apart. Where do they get a seemingly endless supply of them? They all look alike and think alike. I kinda think that they clone them from old Nixon toenail clippings in the secret underground laboratory of the RNC. Have a nice day!
So he gave them the finger......Thats what the entire Liberal MSM and Deomcrats did to FOX News many times over...
A true republican, worry about money for the poor if it impacts the deficit but spend for two wars, a tax cut for the rich, subsidies for big business. oh yes compassionate conservatism
Way to go Senator! It seems that is the only thing these dunderheads understand.
"Fiscal responsibility..."????? When he probably gave Duh Duh Duh-bya a rubber stamp to any spending program he wanted. Typical classless Republican, right up there with "Eff off" Dickie Cheney
The money for the unemployment extensions should be coming from the unspent stimulous money-–NOT print/borrow even more money.
That's what voters should give him next election. Him, and the rest of the GOP.
We tried to give Jim the boot last election; thank God he's retiring, otherwise the dumb-and-backward majority here would probably elect him again. It came up in the last election, but the guy has some obvious mental issues; now he's just letting himself go.
LOL his middle finger response was right into thre FACE OF AMERICANS who need employment assistance....The GOP's new symbol to AMERICA ....give'em the finger.
For christ's sake let the man DO HIS JOB. I hate this crap where people get mobbed by the media. If you want an interview then schedule one!
They apparently haven't heard of "PAY GO"!
MCcane and bunning, perfect together.
I hope Z. Bryon Wolf's feeling weren't hurt too badly by the Senator's gesture. Is this news?
Why no, he already have the finger to Americans who need the unemployment insurance.
Im glad he gave the finger to reporters. You are all way to nosey.
Maybe the American people can open their eyes to the GOP's plot to overthrow this administration at any and all cost to poor people.
Where was this outburst during the uncontrollable spending under the Bush Administration? If we had this kind of over seeing, we would have been still enjoying the surplus left after the Clinton Administration.
I would like to give Bunning the finger--better yet my fist would be more appropriate !!! He never was much of an athlete and even worse as a politician. He really duped the people of Kentucky-both him and Mitch McConnell –a couple of real first class morons !!!!
He needs to ask himself what kind of gestures thousands of unemployed Americans are giving him. He claims we can't pay for these benefits. What does he say about the Bush tax cuts that he voted for? He's heartless and clueless concerning the plight of everyday people who are hurting and desperate.
By the way CNN........Why is it that you are not asking this question of Obama, Pelosi, and Reid...........
"Why are they not using the unspent stimulous dollars to pay for the unemployment extensions-–instead of printing/borrowing even more money"??
Middle finger? Isn't that derogatory?
Anyway if its difficult for this man to give the hungry unemployed Americans a break I wonder what he will do with larger bill!
He is asking for the Government to come ou wit ways of paying for 10Billion Dollars yet he is requesting for the Government to give more tax cut to the wealthy. I just don't get it but I know more tax cut to the wealthy (which most of these guys support) don't add to balance budget or lower the deficit. It only raised the deficit during the last administration.
This politician behavior = politics as usual.
Dirtbag
Is any one suprised, this is typical republican attitude for all to see.
Angry Republican with no real answer or resolution...what else is new...the party of NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO
You get my point.
But I bet he voted himself a raise!
This guy should rot in hell, greedy old bastard!
could be wrong but it seems it is time for this one to walk off into the sunset...and into a retirement home.
It's easy to take a stand, when the concequences of these actions, do not affect YOUR life.
A republican's version of an act of concern, with little reguard of the people they represent. Talk about being out of touch !.....use us, abuse us and now kick us when were down
Maybe Jeff Foxworthy can come up with a new show, "Is there a conservative senator who is smarter than a third grader?"
Senator Bunning has just joined the party of Dick, Rush, Hannity and Glen......basic KKK members without their freaking sheets on!
Republican strategery: We're going to break government every time you put the Dems in charge, so you might as well elect us instead. We might kill your children with needless wars and allow corporate America to rape you like a cheap "Roxxxie doll," but that's better than our corporate cronies crashing the economy, firing everyone to create an unemployment problem, refusing to rehire anyone until talk of punishing or reining in their abuses goes away and getting no help from the gov't in the meantime for your tax dollars because we filibuster EVERYTHING, isn't it?
Wolf says Bunning walked away and shot his middle finger over his head.
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And there's the picture to go with the caption that should say: " The GOP stands for I got mine good luck getting yours".
Senator Reid was a day late and a dollar short with his comment regarding not neding the GOP to lecture the rest of us on what "Americuns" need. The Gop does NOT represent America nor do they have ANY idea of the struglles of regular Americans. They live in a different stratosphere far removed from common folks and it is indecent for them to keep spewing that line over and over.
Bunning did not just flip the bird to the reporter, he and the GOP have been flipping America the bird for many years now.
Another example of Republicans not giving a Dam about Working class Americans., take that Tea party put it in your Crack pipe & smoke it.
His behavior is so typical of the self-righteous right-wingers.... 'do as I say, not as I do'. What disgraceful behavior for a public official taking taxpayer dollars for all his benefits while he's in Congress and afterward with his fat retirement package..... and he has the nerve to deny benefits to unemployed Americans who probably paid more in taxes over the years than they collect.
Stick your finger where the sun don't shine and get used to sitting on it you useless lump.
Obstructionist and hypocritical piece of filth...
Ya just gotta love some cretin who rides the "Members Only" elevator and flouts his arrogance with his middle finger.
Memo to Senator Bunning: That middle finger can also be used by your constituents to depress a voting lever!
What a twitch!
Sounds like the reporters and their crews were getting in the way when a Senator was trying to get to the Senate floor and (OMG!) do his job. For crying out loud! They should have seized the moment and reported it as the rare occurence it is! (Heavy sarcasm for BOTH sides there!)
Yeah, I know he's a politician, a senior senator, should know better, etc. He shouldn't have flipped the finger or 'muttered' what he did. But in the same circumstances I think a lot of us would have done the same thing, regardless of your political party. Unless you have the patience of a saint.
That sounds about right. he gave the finger to the unemployeed now he has given it to the rest of us.
Thank God this one isn't from South Carolina! When I saw the headline, I just KNEW it would be DeMint or Graham!
Classy
He is making a statement. The Dems passed PAYGO and they don't want to live up to it..................CUT SPENDING.
No one is going without compensation, this will be approved Wed. Bunning is just trying to point out hypocrisy. We are publicly saying we will pay for everything, privately we are saying "let's exempt this"
I hope you all catch the video of Jonathan and Dana getting screams ed at by the "distinguished" Senator from the Senator elevator. Jim Bunning is just disgusting.
Why in the world would anyone vote for these Greedy Old P-ricks who are nothing more than a bunch of friggin' hypocrites? Gag.
Typical Rethug-too good and too important for the rest of us....if only we were ALL Old, Rich, White Men......
Another classy Republican.
Here's a classic, calssic case of the 'ole Republican motto: I'm fine, screw you.
Unbelievable.
Lets not give him his retirement package and see how he feels!!!!!!!!!!
This guy is a straight up scumbag
The point that seems to be missing in all of this: "Excuse me! This is a Senator's only elevator!" is that senators and their facilities are all paid for by the people and for the good of the people. What senators often seem to forget is that they are there to serve the people and not the other way around!
Class act!
What else can we expect form these republicans jerks.. The finger to Americans and no no no to anything, so they can get rid of Obama. If they would actually deal in truth, they can't stand the idea that a man of color is our president. So they will do anything or say anything to make sure Obama fails. Man I am so sick of politicians.
Give 'em Hell, Harry!!
What an unexpected display of a spine!
I think Bunning's display of his middle finger pretty much summarizes what he and the GOP thinks about helping the unemployed. May he get the same in return from his constituents the next time he is up for reelection.
'Finger Man' also voted against "pay as you go," and now he is defending it.
And ALL REPUBLICANS have given the CITIZENS of the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA the MIDDLE FINGER for almost a DECADE..
what else is new?
I'm rich, your poor! I'm a US Senator, you are common laborer. I'm the one you listen to, you are the one I give the "finger". If you don't like it, don't vote for me. I have so much money from all of the kickbacks from healthcare insurance and pharmaceutical companies, I don't care if you dislike me. Did I give you the finger yet? Love, Senator Bunning
Is there no limit to what these Republican peacocks will do to grab attention to themselves at the expense of the welfare of the country? This old gas bag is and will be causing pain to milions of people.
It sounds like the media (Paparazzi) were hounding him. I salute him for flipping the bird.
"this appears to be Bunning's second outburst."
– Wow, CNN, attack the guy for it. He has freedom of speech too.
What a TOTAL moron!!! Get him OUT OF HERE!
Shocking, no these republicans makes me sick. Take away their jobs, money, and health insurance benefits and let them see how it feels to be at the lower end of the totum poll. They will see how the rest of us have to deal with this mess everyday.
We the people blah blah blah have no power anymore. God Save us when the time comes.
Clearly, the man is insane. Perfect for the Republican Party.
Ah yes, tolerance from the communist right.
These Republicans GOT TO GO! They are a disgrace to the American people. It was first Joe 'you lie' Wilson and now this. And they claim to be the high moral party. What a JOKE of a party. And you will have people still vote for these clowns. You even had a Repub in Ga. that had an affair with his wife's mother and the people still elected him to office. What are these people thinking. What are we telling our CHILDREN when these clowns do these things and give them our blessing by voting for them. It doesn't matter if you are a Dem or Repub, WRONG IS WRONG.
Good show for a public servant. We pay his salary, he gives us the finger. Oh the arrogance of power.
How does it feel Sen. Bunning to be ousted as someone taking food away from families' tables and have no where to hide, no one to blame, and no plausible excuses for doing so? And on top of everything else you're doing this on the eve of your retirement? so in other words, once again: you got yours, screw the rest of us.
Democrats need to keep calling out the selfish obstructionists that do not bring alternatives to the table but are quick to block any relief effort for American citizens who are suffering because of the debauchery and "hidden costs" of the last administration.
Ried is right. Bunning found his backbone to cut spending only after he and the rest of the republicans screwed up everything and left a mess for the rest of us. And now, unbelievably, they are doing everything they can to keep the democrats from fixing it. Republicans are in for a big suprise the election cycle when they'll lose even more seats.
Can't blame him. He just wants congress to pay for the unemployment verses borrow against it. A concept liberal idiots in this country are not understanding.
If you are apart of the baby bomer, give yourself a pat on the back, you are the cause of this lack luster over indulgent, Im better then you, humbleless, trim the fat so I can have it, cheating and stealing, lying, arogant, slimballish, Im getting mine f the rest, mentality that we are now plagued with. Where are the grandparents, parents who where suppost to teach our elders right from wrong. Apparently, the congress we have now where all apart of a generation where morals, fortitude, dignity and charcter was an after thought to money and power. Not only are the elders of our country paying for their mistakes, but now generations of children will pay for your explotations and greed. The youth is watching and we are learning and we no longer admire statesman. We oppose you.... Once the X generation comes of age, I hope we have enough country left to restore. Thanks Grampa for the huge mess!!!
THis guy should just be kicked out, it's obvious he's on a personal rampage since he is planning on retiring and he no longer cares about voters or american citizens in general. This behavior is offensive and classless.
Jim,
Do you have a large pension from Baseball and something from government? Are you getting paid currently to support your above average quality of life?
Please let me know, uh?
Thank you,
Mike
I think Bunning's display of his middle finger pretty much summarizes what he and the GOP thinks about helping the unemployed. May he get the same in return from his constituents the next time he is up for reelection.
My bad – he is retiring. May he receive a standing middle finger on the way out the door.
That's funny! Poor people don't vote, anyway! And it's funny when they get evicted! Especially when rich people give them the finger! That makes it specially funny! Ha ha ha! Bunning, you're so funny!
Has the Senator from Ky. thought about all the state and federal programs already in place which will be more over whelmed when people lose their benefits. We are just BARELY MAKING ENDS MEET, cutting theses benefits will burst open the flood gates to more foreclosures, food pantries being over run, bankruptcy filings will increase, no health( cobra) coverage means those people will wait till they are sick enough to warramt an E.R. visit. Senator Bunning PLEASE reconsider your actions and do what you were sent to Washington to do; work for the people!
that Sentor should be forced to resign . Millions of amercians need
help he is what is wrong with washington
The shot of Bunning extending his middle finger perfectly captures the relationship between Republicans and the American public.
Was he giving the finger to a reporter or the American people?
Come re-election time, his constituents should reply in kind with a finger, instead of a vote. It's this kind of obstructionist, pro-corporate and anti-worker sentiment which needs to be destroyed by an outraged electorate.
AMERICANS, WAKE UP! This elected representative does not advocate core values for his citizens. Please dispose of him properly.
Of course you look at the list and see how many of these projects impact those in the dear senators home state....NONE....what a hack!
More of that "Compassionate Conservatism"
There's always enough money for conservatives to go to war or reward pharmaceutical companies by banning federal programs from negotiating lower prices or for insurance companies with big fat "donut holes" at the expense of seniors. But don't expect that "Compassion" to reach beyond corporate welfare programs to help people in need.
As a member of the Senate, Bunning gets a nice, big pension and taxpayer funded health insurance for life!
Obscene gestures and cursing are the last resort of the very desperate. Dick Cheney using the "f" word on the Senate floor and now, another republican in an indefensible position causing great hardship for the unemployed has only one thing to say: and it was wasn't pretty.
Looks like the "r" word isn't the one Palin objected to ... the "r" word stands for rude republicans!
The GOP lunatics are now represented by a certifiably insane Right Wing Nut Job from Kentucky (no not McConnell, the other RWNJ). Bunning is a few eggs short of an omelette and will be gone soon; good riddance
Why aren't there any republicans commenting on Bunnings outrageous behavior? I would think it's the least they could do. They should be riding this clown like a pony. But as usual, they're silent. Pathetic.
Getting a little testy are we, Senator Bunning?
Stop playing games, let the Senate do an up or down vote.
Quit playing politics when people everywhere are hurting.
I am democrate. But here I agree with KY senator.
Oh yeah, let's replace that "growing lack of fiscal responsibility" with soulless indifference toward hard-working Americans who have lost their jobs in this terrible downturn. Bunning is the classic ideologue, like many of his Republican colleagues. He views the world through an ideological prism and sees no humanity at all. As a result, he himself has no humanity. He's just another empty-suit taking up oxygen in the Congress.
Senator Bunning was apparently displaying his IQ with his jesture to the reporters. What a hypocritical bigot!! The whole state of Kentucky should be embarrassed and recall this idiot. This is from a Rebublician – but I am wondering how long I can say this.
Bunning is just another GOP hypocrite with boorish behavior.
Bunning is a certifiable lunatic
In our home only my disabled son has a part time job. We have worked all our lives, paid our taxes in full and this is how we are treated. Greatest nation on earth. I don't think so. I hope the Senator enjoys his paycheck. Perhaps he can give himself and the rest of the senate a "voice vote only" raise again.
Oh Jimmy Boy, you sure can stir a pot.
Don't be mad at him. He's doing what his constituents want. The only problem is that his constituents didn't realize this would affect them. You want to be angry? Be angry with the people of Kentucky who elected this clown. They thought all this money talk was pie in the sky, not actual hard dollars that keep them fed (remember KY has a respectably high proportion of unemployed). So, they want those worthless thugs on welfare (oops, unemployment) to be thrown to the street...and now they're mad they're in the street. They thought it would only affect the black folks, I guess, or else the "illegal immigrants" (please folks, the proper term is illegal aliens, thanks).
Now I happen to think using stimulus money to fund this bill is an EXCELLENT idea, especially as we have so much of it in local communities that is not being used (says the Cincinnati Enquirer). Let's use it however we need to, in order to maintain jobs or unemployment/COBRA benefits. Anything less is unAmerican, even if it is Kentuckian.
Jimmy Boy, I'm sure glad I don't live next door to ya. I'd say watch out for eggs, but your fine constituency can't afford 'em, lol
Why is this news worthy? Did you have an appointment with the guy?
Not that I agree with his vote....but still....what a waste of space for all we have going on in the world.
I am from Kentucky and I can say that this man is NUTS!!!!! He is an embarrassment to Kentucky residents. This is not the first time he has acted this way..he needs to retire.....TODAY!!!!
If you do not believe we have a crisis in Washington, take a moment to check on all of the House and Senate Members who are bailing out, like rats leaving a sinking ship. Thanks to real-time news, the gold bricks we sent to Washington cannot go to the bathroom without fearing the press, and exposure is giving American Voters a new look at the folks they voted into public office. If you believe that Washington is in touch with the grass root folks back home, you need to get out more.
Typical "Out of Touch Republican" with a "Holy Than Thou" attitude. It's okay under the Bush administration to spend, spend, spend, but now all of a sudden we need fiscal responsibility.
Bunning and McCain should have a bitter, angry, old guy contest.
He is flipping off all those Americans who need help in time of crisis.
What a poor excuse for an American.
Republicans have been giving the finger to working Americans for years so I say to the reporter..."Welcome to the club"
UNACCEPTABLE.
This is the Republican Party.
...Filibustering UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE, the last gasp of support for unemployed Americans.
...Filibustering doctor's pay for medicare, triggering a 21% cut in Medicare fees to doctors, effective immediately.
Then, when confronted, what does Fluffy Little Bunning do?
HE GIVES THE AMERICAN PEOPLE THE FINGER!
Come November we have to remember this stunt by Fluffy Little Bunning and the pathetic games the Republican Party plays with every single issue, putting PARTY before COUNTRY.
We need to remember that these actions have not only NOT HELPED unemployed Americans, doctors, and medicare patients; but they have literally DIRECTLY HURT these people.
Let's remember 8 months from now that when the GOP was directly hurting Americans and breaking the Congress, the Democratic Party was busy trying to give EVERY SINGLE AMERICAN STABLE, AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE for the first time in HISTORY.
Let me just say that, as a resident of Kentucky, I am mortified by the undignified behavior of our junior senator. He should be censured for unbecoming conduct immediately - and if possible sent home in disgrace. I cannot believe that he has kept getting elected from this state.
Aw, c'mon, he was just calling for an inside fastball.
We appreciate you Senator Bunning!!!
Gee, so a republican does that and it is reported right away. But it seems, per the London Guardian, that Obama was told to cut back on the alchohol and no report. Rham and the "R" took months to surface. Maybe the questions were biased, impertinant and not fit for answering.
Horrible.......the unemployed didn't ask to be that way.......The free market failed them......And now government is doing the same!!!!!
Shame on the GOP........Mr. Bunning I respect what you did for Major League baseball........For the United States.....not so much.
Typical Republican. "It's all about me!"
So CNN "reached out" to Bunning's office for comment. What a gentle way to put such a prying act. I know a senator is a public figure and fair game for the news media. Just don't try to Whitewash yourselves. Call it what it is, Paparazzi.
Is anybody really surprised the way these Republicans behave? They think they own this country. That is why after Obama's election to the White House, this talk about " Taking our country back". How did we lose our country in the last election? Or is it because Obama is African American? GOP has become party of racists old white men. It is a pity for Lincoln and Eisenhower party.
Nothing less is expected from these stellar representatives of the "American way."
I sent an email to his website yesterday condoning his behavior on the extension of unemployment benefits vote. Everyone should do the same. What an embarrassment for the state of Kentucky that he “represents” them.
Just what Kentucky needs at this time in the Commonwealth's history! A great ambassador for the 'sport.'
Why's this news? The GoP has been giving the finger to the public for years now ....
Just another republican idiot. When will America figure out the party of NO needs to GO. At least this jerk knows sign language.
since the Federal Gov't is broke maybe he should not receive his pension when he ends his tenure.!!! Let's start a forum on this !!
What a piece of "YOU KNOW WHAT".I hope he knows he got the finger from everyone he screwd.WoW.What point is making by doing this.
Sometimes, I wish I have a way to read people's minds and see the way they think and decide.
Well the Old and Ugly dont know how it is to survive on an unemployment money. He surely have had his NINE kids well placed at their jobs/business using OUR MONEY. Insane.
Its disturbing that even in 2010, Entire USA is hostage to One OLD Angry Useless Senator. People like Bunning will No Doubt harm US economy. China and India, both Fastest Growing Economy, will be laughing at US, just because of this OLD Jerk.
We should have a rule to FORCE RETIRE ANY GOV EMP OF AGE ABOVE 75.
ITS NO SECRET THAT PEOPLE LOOSE THEIR MIND AFTER THAT AGE.
Someone in Congress needs to slap the snot out of this idiot. In the 19th century there was a Senator who beat another with a cane so badly he almost died. I am not advocating that type of violence, but a few black eyes and bloody nose would be just fine with me....
Isn't that why they call the GOP the "Angry Old White Men Club"?
It's no big deal, after all, 0'bama IS shutting down NASA so thats another 26,000 jubs added to the count! Guess those are jobs he's "SAVING" for future use!
The republican party in a whole are basically giving a middle finger to the American people. Nothing new here, keep moving people!
This man needs to be removed from his office......he had the balls to block a vote then he should have the balls to stand before the cameras and explain his discission.....without giving the finger to the reporters.......what a low life........if the other Republicans don't stand up to this man and his discission to end thousands of jobs than they all stand to be on the same side as this dumb idiot.......they all will suffer from this one man's stupid move if they don't counter his vote......
He's a senile old white man from Kentucky that should be kicked out of Congress. What a dirt ball. Doesn't give a crap about this country or the people suffering from lack of jobs. I can't stand the GOP. They all make me sick.
See what we in Louisville (the only blue city in this "red" neck state) have to deal with? Mitch ( Mr. Retug obstructionist ) McConnell and Bunning, the crass idiot. What an embarrassing pair from Kentucky! This reenforces the argument for an educated populace. Kentucky is on or near the bottom when it comes to high school and collage graduates. Well, you get the picture and we get the government we deserve!
That's the what the GOP says to American's on anything .....The Party of NO, unless it puts money in their pockets from ours.
Stay classy, Jim.
Good for Senator Bunning!!! At least he has the courage to DO what everyonereally wants to do to the media.
How DARE Bunning make the LEFT LIVE UP TO THEIR OWN RULES...
Bunning for president.
Mr. Bunning needs to be reprimanded for potentially stranding many destitute people legintimate or not. This is very poor leadership.
voters in Ky need to throw this heartless racist jerk out of the senate.
This guy is pure grade-A republican hypocrite scum.
Not very dignified of the Senator, but he already explained his decision, and I happen to agree with him although I am one of the millions of Americans on unemployment. (Thank you very much congress for creating the worst economy since the 70s) Looks to me like they were just harassing him. Think I'd react the same way. From what I've seen in congress this year, giving the finger to the press is mild. Example: Martha Coakley's staffer (a DNC operative) pushing a news reporter to the ground.
that was un-nessary. that makes all the republicans. look bad
Senator Bunning was answering a question about his IQ – 1.
typical republican. angry, clueless and a complete jerk. lacks the ability to remember the recent past and always believes in party before country. i love how all of these republicans are playing the debt game now. maybe 8 years too late? that's ok jim, we don't have to fund the wars we got into. and the countless other initiatives under Bush/Cheney. but take away an extension for americans who are down on their luck and lost their job due to the republican philosphy of an unregulated freemarket where anything goes. what a complete jerk.
ps-don't come back to philly. and hopefully, the phillies can remove any remnance that you ever player here.
"Deficits Do Not Matter"-Dick Cheney
Complete idiot! I am ashame to be a Republican. He should be fired. What a sore OLD loser
Just another expression of those good old family values.
Dirty old man!
This man needs to be on the unemployment line. While the media could be a pain in the rear, in his case, the media has a right to ask this fool why he is holding up unemployment benefits for the American people.
Who does he thinks he is? Shouldn't there be some kind of punishment for this shameful display? I would hope so.
Take some personal responsibilty man.
Sack up.
it seems to me that this is the sort of care that our republican representatives have been giving us all for a number of years. it's time the republicans begin being part of the solution instead of being part of the problem.
A true repugnantcan.
bunning is a first class jerk!! It must be nice to have a cozy job with healthcare and all the perks of being a Senator. I wonder how the DOT employees feel knowing that he was instrumental for their furloughs.
If there's an irresponsible fool in Congress he should look in the mirror.
I wish the people of Kentucky would throw him and mcconnell (I think that's his name) out of not just office, but out of the State.
yeah sounds like the real answer to american problems .i think washington has been doing this to all of its citizen for to long .
Well that's 'transparent' as it gets ha? Score one for the Oh So Tactful and Civil Republicans! Forget about being 'politically correct' - what happened to simple decency?
Wow, that WAS really an angry response!!! Maybe if he had not included "Excuse me", it would not have been considered angry. I mean really what has gotten into the senator??? I'm completely sympathetic when people loose their jobs. It has happened to me. BUT the federal government is broke, busted, and has no money so we absolutely cannot continue to pay out money on all these entitlement programs. I'm glad to see someone saying "NO". The government spends money like it is monoply money. What is the government going to do when China says "No more loans"? Go bankrupt???
Maybe if you liberal reporters from CNN, ABC, CBS, MSNBC etc. would stop being so partisan in the way you go after politicians he wouldn't have been compelled to give you the finger. But in the end, it doesn't really make any difference, because the American people have finally woken up to the rampant LIBERAL BIAS at CNN. You are not journalists. You are an embarassment to journalism. Your ratings reflect this.
Finally....someone who has the "big ones" to stand up against more debt!
Now, if the other 99 would "grow some" and end the on-going SPENDULUS of the current Administration.
Change we can't AFFORD!!!!
Yeah, well, Bunning sounds like a jerk, but he does have a point. I thought Congress and Obama agreed to PayGo, and if they can't do it for this simple measure, just about everything coming down the pike will be an "emergency", right?
But he does sound like a rather grouchy fellow . . .
A Senator like Bunning should control his temper better when in public and interacting with the press. Flipping off the press won't help him make his point.
But I have to admit if Bunning is angry about the Democrat's out of control borrowed spending, I feel exactly the same way.
And where are all the Democrats that complained about the Bush 400 billion dollar deficits? Why are they not 3 or 4 times more angry about the Obama 2009 1.3 trillion dollar defiict, or his projected 1.56 and 1.3 trillion 2010 and 2011 deficits? Everyone in this country should be equally angry over these deficits, no matter if they are a Democrat or a Republican or a progressive or a conservative. Republicans should have been upset over the Bush deficits and Democrats should be even more upset over the Obama deficits.
So what all the progressives, who clarly don't care about the deficits, are telling us conservatives is we are on our own when it comes to tackling the deficits. That will be the biggest reason why a fisical conservative, center right majority of American voters are going to vote the Democrats out of office in Novemeber.
Bunning reportedly has a mental illness problem and shouldn't be on the floor.
I can understand why Sen. Bunning got upset when reporters held up his elevator when trying to get an interview. After all, Sen. Bunning was only trying to get a lift up. Oh, the irony!
Maybe he was late for a basketball game. I am wondering if I will be able to send him my bills for him to pay after my husband does not get his unemployment check.
Typical Republican. How dare anyone from the press or the public question him or his motives, for after all his is a conservative and he knows what is best for all mankind. Tremble before his senatorial power.
Although most of us would love to give the finger to politicians in Washington, the second deserving profession currently would be the press/journalists. So what...I am sick of them all.
Maybe it's time to give this senator the finger(wave bye). He cares nothing about the average American and shows it by in a sense giving us all the finger. So why should we care about putting him out of work with the rest of us. Let's return the favor and give him the finger.
Typical Republican. In his mind greed trumps doing what is right.
Ladies and Gentlemen, the Republicans in a nutshell.
I can only say that th behavior of Republicans recently has been disgracful and I don't understand why the American public is not outraged.
Ah yes, the old Republican finger. That's about all we ever get from them, isn't it? If they aren't screwing us, they tell us to go screw ourselves.
Jim you are scum
"Republican senator gives journalist the middle finger"
This isn't news. Republicans have been giving the American people the finger for a long time now. So what's another journalist to them?
the obscene gesture is clearly inappropriate...yet it is refreshing to see someone..anyone.. stand up against more spending
where was he when he was approving the 2 wars you ask? having cigars with GW laughing at all of our children being killed as a result of that decision.
Remove him. He's not helping a soul in his "position." What a creep. Doesn't want people to have jobs because it inflates the imaginary debt number. This is the real world, and people need jobs. Now.
Creep.
Well gee..I can understand a middle finger aimed tyoward the press.This guy is weird bud media is bad, bad, bad...
Real classy there senator. This guy bears an uncanny resemblance to the south end of a northbound horse.
Sounds like Senator Bunning is having flashbacks to 1964 when his Philles team blew the pennant! He seems to be quacking louder than the AFLAC duck. Meanwhile, Americans will go hungry due to his stupidity.
i cant beleive this is a story, i would think that reporters get the finger all the time. they sure deserve it, as they are pushy people, so you can only expect when they get people upset that the reporters get flicked off. i applaud bunning, i think more of this should be happening. as you could tell by the story, it seemed like this reporter kept egging him on even when he wasnt answering questions, and i'm sure he was asking stupid questions that he knew wouldnt get answered, so its like he was asking for some kind of rise out of the senator so he could make a story out of something.
Do all GOP congressmen look like Dick Cheney or just this guy?
"...which Democrats have said are unpaid for." Um, Dana? Crew? The ARE unpaid for. The Bush tax cuts gave $1.8 trillion – mostly to the wealthiest Americans – and clearly have not created jobs. Look at where we are in 2010, and it's clear that any economic stimulus from the tax cuts were temporary and ultimately counterproductive.
The gentleman (term used loosely) in this article represents all that is backwards in DC. How typical of a rad conservative to block a bill that would help those among us who are struggling. SHAME ON YOU, Jim Bunning.
He'd better watch out or he'll be asked to lead the GOP! I know Rush and Glen Beck and Palin are hard acts to follow, but this kind of "angry old white man" stuff creates legends in the Republican Party these days.
I don't understand why the good people of KY are putting up with this nonsense. Impeach him, or recall him, or whatever it is you do with a Senator who has obviously lost it. Actually I'm not sure this guy ever had it to begin with. We need to stop towing the party line and pay attention to who we give these jobs to.
Wow... stay classy GOP!!
Good for Reid. The republicans need to straighten this guy out. Throw him out with Rangel...
What a nasty little man. He shall reap what he sows. His day shall come.
Wow. Stay classy Republicans. You're going to get savaged (again) in November, probably just because of one man! Congrats.
OMG. What a child. Thats the way to get things done Republicans... act like a brat.
Yep....................that sen time is up.................
maybe he can follow his own finger out................the door................
and never.....................never...............never .........come back.
15th/ term.............? yep................long enough.
see........he is retireing...............going home.........not concerned........
Translation=he has enough $$$$$$$$$$$$$ to keep him comfortable.......no worries.........he does not have to care about unemployment benifits,etc....you know the wealthy, "elite".........
hope he does not experience any "medical problems of any degree".............that $$$$$$$$$$$$ could all go down the Medical Drain.....................................oh well...........................
In addition to giving that jounalist the middle finger, Senator Bunning gave it to the American people. I suppose he's going nuclear because he is retiring. His actions are typical for members of the GOP.
So much for compassionate conservatism.
Ahhh Republicans...always the class act...
Ladies and Gentlemen, meet the newest domestic terrorist organization: THE GOP!
Right. And I'm sure I can find this next to the CNN photo of Zero picking his nose on live TV, right?
What? CNN won't show that photo? I guess CNN only likes to show Republicans in a "bad" light.
And we should care this happened, why?
Of course he doesn't have a comment. He just gave a middle finger to all unemployed Americans. THAT is his comment.
I wonder how much his retirement will be. Probably over $100,000 that is paid by tax payers money. The Republicans put this country in the mess it is today. I don't care what these so called republicans say. I lost my job under BUSH AND CHENEY and the REPUBLICANS. Now people who are still struggling can't get it because of this guy. Shame on him. You didn't have the money (50 trillion) back in 2003 when you past the medicare advantage bill. STOP REPUBLICANS ANYONE WHO VOTES FOR YOU GUYS ARE JUST ASKING FOR TROUBLE AGAIN.
Do this with any other job, and you would be let go.
For once Reid is right on the money (pun intended).
The republicans are willing to write blank checks to kill foreigners and our kids, but By Golly, If those sniveling libruls suggest we spend some money here at home helping Americans, we By God better have the funds to pay for it!
Go figure.
Just like modern republicans take orders from the cafeteria Christians, they also practice "cafeteria" fiscal conservatism.
I should begin by saying that I'm a Democrat and totally offended by the idea that a public servant would behave in such a way, no matter how obnoxious reporters were being.
That said, the man has a point: "If we can't find $10 billion to pay for something that we all support, we will never pay for anything on the floor of the U.S. Senate," he said.
I understand that spending money is a necessary part of rescuing the economy. I also think that we're doing it recklessly.
When a people do what is right and they know it, they never get angry when asked about it. Anger is a quick reponse when you have no real reason for your actions or your reason must remain on the hidden agenda. (ex. racist, ignorant, no concern for poor people, etc.)
So, when is this one going to retire?
LOVE me some Jim Bunning.....
this just made my day....
When is this disgusting conduct by a US Senator going to end?
Obviously, the Republican "Leadership" is to cowardly to act and the Senate as a whole seems to have its head stuck in a hole.
So, I ask the people of Kentucky - Do you condone this arrogant and juvenille behavior as YOUR elected US Senator to continue in this vain until his term expires in Jan? If not, demand his immediate resignation!!!
For all you other 99 US Senators - SHAME ON YOU!!!
Classy guy, as well as a hypocrite.
He needs to be gone!! He's a nutcase!!
Good thing he is retiring – can you imagine the outcry if a reporter had done the same to him! He is blocking benefits and does not care since he is not running again!
Shame, Shame, Shame – wonder how he would feel if he did not receive his pension – but then he has his MLB pension to fall back on!
About time someone gave the middle finger to our Obamamania media.
What a class act, and yet he is simply saying what the vast majority of Republicans really think.
All taxes are evil. Borrow and spend, unfunded wars, unfunded tax cuts, unfunded mandates to the states have all left us on the brink of the next Great Depression. And yet, all they do is to tell those who lost their jobs, their health insurance, their homes, is to quit whining.
Public schools are socialism, yet they all send their kids to public schools. Public roads are socialism, yet they all drive on them as if their lives depended on it.
Why do Republicans so hate America?
Pure class from the GOP
Ah, the true face of the Republican Party. Is he giving the bird to all those who just lost their jobless benefits due to his stubbornness? "Let them eat cake." days are here again circa 2010. America in decline.
Typical Rethuglican...you guys make me sick...angry old men need to go bye bye...and this is a good example of what they think and what they are all about...he's not up for re-election, so he is going to do what he wants...and all his little cohorts in congress and the senate are just the same..but, they need to be on their best behavior if they are up for re-election..but we know what they are all about...they just want Obama to fail, plain and simple folks....
I've never understood why KY put him or McConnell in DC - they're both wealthy old white men. Couldn't care less about us.
Can you imagine anyone asking to have a government program be paid for before passing the bill for that program?
On the other subject, Obama has been giving the finger to the people for a year now.
What I cant understand is how one senator can block jobless relief. Perhaps I am missing something, but I thought if you had at least 60 senators in favor of something, it can pass. How can 1 man hold up the Senate? What procedural method is this senator using to block jobless relief?
Please don't take the heat off this bozo. He needs to step down from office. And cancel his government health insurance. And buy his own Job Loss Insurance from a private Insurance Company.
Stop sponging off the government Bunning. Put your money where your mouth is.
What a lovely man! A good Republican Christian - screwing the poor and middle class and giving the finger to people asking why.
You gotta love Republican family values!
I sure hope the reportes had their safety glasses and flack jackets on, if not I hope they'll be ok and won't need extensive therapy.
(CNN's Dana Bash AND ABC News producer Z. Bryon Wolf –
what appropriate names for reporters Bash and Wolf)
Teabaggers at their finest.
This hasbeen is a never was who could never make it through the seventh inning. He would be a perfect pick to head "The White Annoying Teabagger" party.
The republicans gave us this deficit. We are not going to sit back and support republicans in 2010 until there are a new group of republicans. No republican in Washington before 2008 will get any votes from me.
Grand Old PArty of hate and prejudice in action. A true Object Lesson in what's deeply broken in government: Obstructionist Republicans willing to hold Americans hostage just so Obama can look bad. Time to kick these anti-american pro-big business bureaucrats out of power.
WOW is all I can say!
This type of arrogance is the reason America has had it with obstructionist career politicians mainly of the Republican persuasion. Bunning is holding up the lifeline of many out of work Americans and bringing the transportation job sector to a halt. Then he has the audacity of arrogance to flip off the public.
Shame on those politicians whose obstructionist and blatant behaviors designed to enhance their own power, wealth and position, falls on the backbone of Middle Class America.
So he gives the middle finger to reporters as well as the unemployed...and note that he voted AGAINST the senate's paygo bill. he is doing all this out of spite. This man is the face of the republican party. Thanks, Kentucky. Can't wait until you give us Rand Paul...
Your Republicans hard at work as usual working for the rich and clobbering the average poor and middle class constituents. Well, just vote them back in office and watch the Congress continue in gridlock and see how it feels when it hits you, the citizen!
And how do you really feel about the American people mr. bunning?
Senators and Republicans in general have been shooting the invisible finger for decades. Try being gay and petitioning your government for grievances. You will get nowhere for decades. You will get nowhere for a lifetime. Try being gay and defending your country and you will get 100 birdie fingers while on the front lines. I'm glad these reporters are finally getting a taste of this distasteful behavior from these tasteless people.
We know one thing and that is not one thing from either party has worked. It is tough S.. that he took the stance he did but maybe Harry Reid should have planned better than appropiating the $$ a week in advance. GOP and Democratic Americans will suffer but such as the case in a financially hard times. We are all sucking wind out here and the government can't handle all of lifes problems.
Wonder what the people of Kentucky think about this crude jerk representing their state? The Republican leadership should at least denounce his behavior. Then again maybe they support it.
Wow this guy is a freakin' nutcase. I say all of us who will lose our benefits soon should find Senator Bunning's office address and send our bills there.
This man is a disgrace. Seems to me Bunting is a jerk of the first order. Why is he denying millions of unemployed workers, both Democrat and Rebublican alike, a few dollars a week? I guess he's doing it because he can.
This idiot should be thrown out of the Senate, he's completely useless!
Classy. Apparently he's just a redneck, not a socialist. Nice of him to feel the pain of the American people. What a loser!!!
Senators only elevator? You gotta be kidding me.
This guy needs to get a life.
This is a good example of a tea party candidate. Once their in they take it upon thmselves to not only decide what is best for their constituents ...but also what is best for the nation. This is arrogance and selfishness. Can you imagine where we would be today if these attitides where prevelent during our founding fathers scope in time ??? Thanks to all who supported this guy.....this will certainly make this nation great and inclusive.
He should be fired, stripped of benefits, and forced to apply to a program he declined to support ... and subsequently denied coverage.
It would seem that Senator Bunning is in need of a psychiatric evaluation at the earliest opportunity. Exclusive of any political concerns, such conduct is inexcusable and inappropriate.
He should be asked to step down immediately. If not forced out of the senate.
He is behaving like a lunatic. He is my senator and I have to say I am deeply embarrassed. He is a spoiled ex sports figure. My hands are clean. I would never vote for him or Mitch McConnell either. They are both asses and have a very bad "me" complex. Bunning is still angry because everyone in KY wanted him to retire or resign. No support from even the Republican Party. I don't know what else to say except apologize for his child-like manners.
And here we have a shining example of everything wrong in this country. Some P.O.S elected to represent the people and his complete, reprehensible disgust at those that need help just seeping from the pores in his skin. He is a disgrace and quite disgusting especially when he talked about how upset he was missing the Kentucky basketball game, somehow likening the feeling of missing a stupid game to those that are now missing healtcare or orther monies. I cannot be any more disgusted but thank you once again Republicants for showing your true colors...please continue to prosper at the mercy of those you enslave
This is typical of the GOP response to Americans who are suffering – a "Let them eat cake" Marie Antoinette response. Isn't it great that Bunning will retire from the Senate with a great Pension, Social Security AND the best health care that American citizens can pay for?
A real class act. Dick Cheney must be his role-model.
a true class act, thank god he is retiring at the end of the year. America wants the GOP in office, this is what you get America, this is what you get
This crude, foul old white man can't leave congress soon enough for me, him and all his cronnies are the main reason this country is in such a mess.
I appreciate Mr. Ried for setting the record straight. It is an emergency resolution number one and number two NOTHING IS PAID FOR!
Not sure what the broohaha is all about. Bunning was merely conveying the sum-total IQ of all his supporters.
Well, how nice that he has a job and doesn't need the benefits, hopefully that will change soon and he may find out how the half feels! His gesture is extremely rude and not befitting a Senator, who should be representing his country in a positive role model. Our founding fathers must be turning in their graves at the attitudes and behavior of our Nation's representatives.
the senator is a (pig-n-strips) thug in pinstripe, we give to much credence to most policticans, because most are self-serving or big business serving, not service for the people, and we have expectations for the children to behave properly
Bunning's just another Republican tool in the toolbox. It will always be Profits Before People and Party Before Country with these selfish old white men.
A Republican Senator flips the bird at a reporter?
The Republican Party has been doing that to our WHOLE COUNTRY for years!
This guy needs to go now!
The best part about all of this is that Bunning now for the rest of his life will have to be cautious when he or his family are out in public, The rest of his life he must be afraid for himself and his family just because of his actions in one week.... Because people like myself who would happen to see Bunning in public will use that opportunity to teach him a leson
No money to pay for it? What happened to that trickle down thing the repubs hailed?
Repubs dont know anything about money do they? Other than how to fail at it.
This moron needs to be re-called!
Angry Sen. Jim Bunning, R-Kentucky, who is retiring at the end of this year stood firm in his determination to stop President Obama from successfully passing any bill that would help President Obama get elected. When he was a young man in Kentucy, blacks knew their place was to work cheep to make white men wealthy, and now, they think that they can be President. Sure, Bunning is single handedly putting hundreds of people out of work and stopping important construction projects; but, those people that work those hard labor intensive jobs in construction include a lot of minorities and, frankly, Bunning does not represent those people. No, Bunning is aiming to be the hero to for greedy white guys who want it all. That is why he stood with Bush and supported for the wealthiest white people of America a 1.3 Trillion a year tax cut.
Unlike the other Republican cowards in the Senate, Bunning just does not stand idly by, doing nothing and just voting NO while we witness the end of the world as we know it. No, Bunning is a man of action and rare courage.
Jim Bunning has given the finger to everyone who pays un-emloyment insurance, has a job or has lost a job. In short everyone who is not independantly wealthy. I can't think of an insult worthy of this sob. He should be tarred and feathered.
Let BO and the democrats have a dose of their own medicine. You can't keep giving money away you don't have.
I am shocked at the dispicable behavior of this Senator. He needs to quit sooner than later. How dare he or any elected poltical person conduct themselves with such blatant disregard for the the people who voted for him or her. He is only in the Senate at the will of the voter and must carry out that will while he is in the Senate. To thumb your nose at the people is arrogant. He about the lowest piece of politcal scum I can think of, great the sooner he goes the better. Oh if he is so concerned about the deficit why is he accepting his salary and benefits.
It's too bad that millions of Americans are going to be screwed over, lose their homes or apartments because they can't pay for them, starve or be reduced to begging for food, all because of one rich politician who'se retiring and doesn't care.
Thank goodness this "senator" is retiring since he is showing that he does not have the interest of the people of this country on his agenda. This is just another example of Republican politics...say NO to anything regardless of the pain and suffering it can bring to people or the country.
Shame, shame,Sen. Bunning – you keep forgetting who put you in the Senate – we the people – and we can also take you out again. Perhaps it would be good for you to collect unemployment to find out for yourself how it feels to pay mortgage,insurance,fuel,groceries,etc. on a few bucks. We would love to work if we just could find jobs.
Typical Republican – can own up or explain his actions.
The vote by Sen Jim Bunning to hold up the extentsion of unemployment compensation neatly summarizes the Republican party view of the of the US citizenry. Namely they don't care about the citizens, They don't care that people in need who are not directly responsible for fiscal deficits will suffer.
This shows that the Republican Party's first concern is money. People come second. This is one of the biggest differences between the parties. The Democratic Party has a history of people first and money second.
Sen Bunning was probably chosen to deliver this message because he is retiring and will not have to face the voters in the next election.
So, if this in fact happened, the Honorable Senator from Kentucky should relinguish his honorable title until he apologizes. This just emphasizes the point that dignity is in short supply in government. Shame on you Senator Bunning – grow up, for pity sake.
I have an idea...when his re-election come up, let's give this goofball the finger!
And what does Mr. Bunning have to gain for his obstructionism? Is he acting on some genuine sense of fiscal conscience, or is he simply getting paid by someone who represents the Problem rather than the Solution? The way the Senate "works" these days it can only follow that it's another case of the latter. Why do we continue to put up with it?
Have another drink Senator. Soon you will be gone from the Senate – forever. Does this Republican behavior surprise anyone?
Figures that the Senator was from the "Party of No." Class act he is!
Class act
Such class.
I guess all senators get their feathers ruffled from time to time by the news media sticking mic's in their face and all asking the same question over and over again, but you dont have to flip someone off in front of evryone. I would have just wispered in their ear F. U. while I was smiling at the crowd.
Do we think and should he be held to a higher standard? Yup, but we have ALL fliped the bird a time or two haven't we.
I guess this is how to communicate effectively??? Perhaps this is what he and the other GOP supporters is saying to the American people. ____ health care _____ the unemployed ____ the US? I hope his grandchildren aren't watching!!!
I guess he knows it's not a popular decision to vote against a bill that would help Americans get jobs! So typically hypocritical of Republicans. And I'm not talking about flipping the bird, who cares about that! They pretend to be for average Americans and the working man, but everyone knows they are only out for big business, so when something comes along to help the average "Joe" get back to work they vote against it. Wake up America, the Republicans are the reason we are in the mess we are in now and they don't want to do anything about it, but pull a fast one and try to blame it on Obama! They are the ones that deregulated everything and let Wall Street and Big Business screw up the economy, it happened before, remember the great depression, and it took a Democrat then to fix it, and it's gonna take a Democrat now to fix it. Stop letting them play into your right wing Communist Scare Fears and take your medicine. This country needs help!
It's nice to see a Republican sticking to his guns and screwing over millions of people just to make a point.
Real Republican class!
Congress has become the most disgusting, childish, bunch of
self-centered people that have been voted into office in a long time.
They don't respect each other, they don't respect the American
people, and thereby they don't respect themselves. They will call
people terrible names, make obscene gestures, party with whoever
pays the bills, and just wallow in greed, jealousy, and dimwitted
conversation. There are some who are trying to find solutions to
America's problems, but many take no responsibility for what has
happened, blame everybody but themselves, and pretend to care.
For the first time in my long life, I will probably not vote, because I
no longer trust the judgment of these people. They do not deserve
the taxpayers money. I am sad. Thank you.
Typical Republican response – screw the people, we have ours, we're rich!
Pretty much sums about how the RNC feels about the country. Party first, screw everyone else.
In actuality he made that gesture towards us the american people. What kind of person is that that denies the little bit of money that the unemployed are entitled to get once they are laid off.
He really needs to settle down and do the right thing for the unemployed. What a jerk he is.
This careless scrooge should have retired years ego.
When will we just except the fact the GOP is the party of "NO" When it comes to extending unemployment or healthcare. They just don't care because they are all "fat cats" filling there pockets with the special interest groups dollars. If you are unemployed and without health care benefits, you can blame the GOP. If you want to know what happened to the jobs in this country, look at the last 14 trade agreements under the GOP watch. This is the reason this once great country has fallen on such hard times. If you havn't fallen on hard times yet and think that your job is somehow "safe" think again.
Perhaps now, all those working class folks who have been supporting the Tea Party and GOP will see that they are being manipulated by the billionaires who own and operate the corporations that will have to reform under many of President Obama's initiatives.
I am amazed that the rabid followers of Fox refuse to understand that it is own by a foreigner. We have a foreigner telling us what is patriotic and what is not.
What Senator Bunning has done is not!
Another angry old white republican.
I'm sorry, I meant " angry old ignorant white, hatefull, republican",
I'm trying to distinguish him from the others, but I can't.
Before all the haters start complaining about paying for lazy people to get unemployment and COBRA benefits, read this:
The COBRA subsidy is what enabled my family to keep its health care for the four months last year we endured unemployment, taking the cost down from $1100/month for a family of five to a much more manageable $465/month.
That enabled us to continue health insurance, which is especially important to have when you are covering children (we have 3 kids, all under the age of 11).
Without the COBRA subsidy – and unemployment insurance – we probably would have had to either run up our credit cards (which we've been careful to not over-use) or take out a second mortgage (on a house we’ve been aggressively paying off on a 15-year schedule).
Bunning and the rest of the Republican jerks need to pull their heads out of their November 2012 election strategy and start taking care of the people of this country WHO PAY THEIR SALARIES!
Hey, Senator Bunning... guess what I'm giving you right now?!
While I do think the senator needs to answer questions about his politics, I can't help but wholeheartedly support everyone who puts the media in its proper place!
Sure seems like Bunning and his GOP counterparts have the middle finger extended to the rest of America. If it's not good for the Party of NO then SCREW YOU!
Mid-term elections and 2012 can't come soon enough for the obstructionists. Let them know your answer to their non-solution.
Did anyone see a video, or picture? No?!? That's because it didn't happen.
Oh, pardon my last comment....too rude....But he was just showing his IQ to the press!
More people should treat the vulture sadistic press that way maybe then they'd realize they have to earn respect and not be soly be concerned with making a story out of nothing. WHAT'S THE REAL TRUTH HERE? It's not about denying people benefits but how to pay for them!
He was a jerk when he played ball and still is a jerk a Senator. Sounds to me like his age is getting the best of him!!!!!
this guy bunning is nothing but gop scum!!!!!!
Need anymore proof that the GOP doesn't care about the middle class or average Americans out of work (nevermind the fact it's the GOP's fault the economy crashed and these people are out of work in the first place)?
CNN, why isn't this obstructionism the top story? How much GOP antics that hurt actual Americans do you need to see until you start reporting on the OBSTRUCTIONISM of the Republican Party?
DO YOUR JOBS!!! Tell the American people the truth about why nothing is getting done in DC to help their everyday lives!!! The GOP is overturning the will of the American people from the last TWO elections and you report on NONE of it!
I can't imagine a worse choice of opportunities to start grandstanding on "fiscal responsibility" than this week's lifeline to idled workers. It's a gift to Democrats that this foul-mouthed misanthrope can't live up to his own responsibility to behave like an adult.
Go Jimmy! Give 'em Hell!! LOL!
He just needs to resign from the public office, he not professional at all.
Senator Bunning needs to be unemployed.
Jim Bunning wasn't just speaking for himself; he was speaking for millions of Americans. The U.S. media is the only group of people more dishonest than politicians.
Here we go again. The repubs trying to kill the poor and middle class.and they want their country. Send toyoda back and all the easterm europeans back
And all this from a man who has no problem stealing 75% of all proceeds from his own charity (Jim Bunning Foundation). Yes, that's correct...look into it.
T*me Magazine was correct when it named this man one of "America's Five Worst Senators"!
For shame...
I wonder if Sarah Palin will be offended by this?
what a role model....
Let's all just meet at his house to eat. Anybody have his
home address...somebody pick a date please.
Bunning is a loose cannon. Even too crazy for the GOP. I love these people who are so out of touch with people on unemployment or need. This guy played games for a living. He wouldn't know a real job if it bit him in the assbrain.
I love the CNN bias here: "As a result of the Senate's inaction, many jobless people starting Monday were no longer able to apply for federal unemployment benefits or the COBRA health insurance subsidy." I'm sorry you lost your jobs, but it is not America's fault. It's not Bunning's fault. The time awarded to you to earn jobless benefits is over. That's all you get, just like everybody else has in the past–oh, wait. You already got more because someone thinks this recession is different than the ones before. It's not. Since you're not doing anything else but taking my tax dollars, read up on some Hayekian economics and understand why everything crashed. Your "generous" politicians who try to give you everything, are part of the reason you don't have a job. They're part of the reason your house is worth nothing. They're part of the reason the money in your pocket couldn't last you until you found another job. That is, assuming you actually saved something; assuming you took out a mortgage you knew you could afford on one-half your family's income; assuming you had a good job in which you weren't replaceable. Some of you will have to look in the mirror and realize you did it to yourself, also. Some will have to look in the mirror, and ask yourself if you really deserve more money that will be printed out of thin air by the Fed and devalue the rest of the money we have. Bunning is right: it's time to pay the piper!
Senator Bunning is my senator and I am very ashamed and quite embarrassed of his foul hand gesture–your mouth, not your middle finger, should be doing the speaking for the residents of our state, Senator!
Another republican sacrifices country for party. so, so sad!! As an unnamed talk show host wanted failure of his country's hopes, he wants more suffering of his country's disabled.
I see that the distinguished senator from Kentucky wears eyeglasses. It would have been a tad more discrete had he adjusted them higher by using his "bad finger".
One more comment....Mitch McConnel is also from Kentucky.....two problems in the same state it seems....Sen Bunning needs to take that finger and put it where the sun don't shine maybe??
Glad he is getting out of the system; he illustrates exactly to a "T" what Democrats are opposing. He shows he doesn't care about anybody by his rude crudeness. What a baby!
he's flipping off all the people that are unemployed people who lost their jobs due to his partys disastrous 8 year run.
Someone needs to throw a fastball high and tight at this former major league babeball pitcher.
I'm not in the least bit surprised, republicans have been flipping off the American people since Obama got elected.
Pam in Ohio
Of course there is no proof this happened is there? Heresay from a reporter......yet all of you conservative bashers are quick to jump on your bandwagon and crucify the guy. Shame on CNN for reporting this at all let alone giving it a headline as it is a matter of fact.
He just look mean; sort-of like Dick Chaney. Maybe the are both constipated all the time.
Why can't people act like ADULTS? It's like Cheney telling a certain person to F@#$-Off. They want it their way or no way and won't even be a responsible person. [Later they will go through the "act" of "apoligizing" but, by then the bell has been rung. That shows me they do not care for anyone besides themselves. Such a sad nation we live in when the people who are suppose to represent us give in to cussing, name calling and rude gestures. Such CHILDISH acts. It's as if they were never taught better or lack the brains to comprehend. Sam
Had no idea that only Democrats depend on unemployment benefits.
What does Jim Bunning want us umcmployed to do? I have been out of work for 19 months. The job I used to do is gone now for someone my age I am 59 years old later this year. I do not sit on my butt and wait for a check I scan the web sites and newspapers, I send out resumes all the time. I have had 2 interviews in 19 months.
I don't like getting a hand out, but you now will have more homeless
more people losing their homes, cars, etc. I have already lost my home. If Washington had concentrated on job creation last year and not the health care bill maybe something could have been done to start up jobs again. I know healh care is important but in the case of myself and others out of work–work is more important. I don't like being a "Free Loader" but what can I do. I was under the impression that the government was suppose to help us. We vote you people into office based on your promises Lets see how many of you in Washington will be re-elected. We unemployed need more help and you in Washington need to get together and fingure something out. Too cut our unemployement benefits is wrong and shame on all involved especially Jim Bunning. And how mature to flip of the reporters Jim real grown up.
Typical Republican mentality. The people in KY could use this help as much if not more than the rest of the country. He is a terrible representative for his constituents and a terrible example of someone who doesn't care about policy and only cares about making a point.
He's done! Ky must insist that he resign.
Who ever votes for one more Republican in office is CRAZY...they are the one who are using the ones who are not up for reelections and have nothing to loose politically to cripple our country....GO TO HELL REPUBLICANS I WILL GIVE MY VOTE TO A MONKEY BEFORE I GIVE ANY REPUBLICAN MY VOTE....
@Dumbasrocks [R]s: "Not sure what the broohaha is all about. Bunning was merely conveying the sum-total IQ of all his supporters."
If you include the rest of the Republicans, we start getting into negative numbers.
Senate Elevator? Giving someone the finger sounds like a spoiled brat to me.
Lets see, would that qualify as a 3rd grade, or pushing it, perhaps a 7th grade response?
Dont know if Bunning genuinely cares about the deficits. BUT somebody has to, because if governement cant find money for the benefits, at some point the bond markets will PUNISH the Treasury for its mismanagement and interest rates will SPIKE. and then all of you who rail against Bunning could very well be in the unemployment lines. Its not a Repub versus Democrat issue but somebody needs to watch the deficit NOW !!
Maybe he was doing a re-creation of what Obama is doing to the constituion or to balanced budgets.
You obama sheep are hilarious.
CORE FAMILY VALUES AT WORK!! Remember America...the Taliban wants you to die....the Taliban cheered when Chicago lost the bid for the Olympic Games...and the Taliban brings you hate, fear and lies....just like Jim Bunning does...
He didn't flash the middle finger intending to make an obscene gesture. He was merely calling for the fastball.
You're a real class act there Bunning. A real piece of work. Congress has just gone to hell and I am ashamed that I voted some of these jokers in office.
I don't understand why are these Republican so angry . For 8 longs years the American people sat back and watch the Republicans run this country into the ground .Only people they should be at are themselves. Or could it be , that the good ole boy system is on lock down . Or they could be mad , at the nations first black President. Are they mad because the gas prices are not $5.00 a gallon .
Peggy – TX
" When he was a young man in Kentucy, blacks knew their place was to work cheep to make white men wealthy, and now, they think that they can be President."
I hope this is in jest.... If not, please crawl back under the rock you oozed out from under. Real Kentuckians have tried for years to get this guy out of office, but like you, his backers lack the education and political knowledge to make good decisions.
Him along with many other people are giving the government a bad name. There are many ways to get a point across, for some like jim he chose the wrong way.
Bunning will get his FAT retirement pension that I paid for, his FAT medical plan that I paid for and retire back to the hills of Kentucky to live the good life...........
How about blocking pay and his pension until there is a balanced budget or we "find" the money to pay is salary and pension!!
I wonder, will this incident be viewed by the msm as a charming little prank as Barry flipping off Hillary – or a call for his removal?
I think Republican are endagering US super power status and the very essence of federalism.
Stay classy, Republicans (the party of family values – LMAO).
Unfortunately Mr. Bunning, you represent but just a few in Congress that understand we cannot spend our way out of debt, and we cannot tax our way to prosperity. Keep up the fight sir, my children and my childrens' children are counting on your leadership.
Who was it, who just a few weeks ago was lecturing Congress on PAYGO? Oh yes, it was President Obama at the State of the Union Address, and the Democrat members all stood up and applauded.
Now, that they have the opportunity to put their votes where their mouths are and pay for a program that "everybody supports", they can't seem to get the votes to make a cut somewhere else. The Hypocrisy of the Democrat party is astounding, and Sen. Bunning has exactly the right idea on calling them out on it.
If Sen. Reid want's to have a serious televised discussion on the Bush Tax cuts with ANY supply-side economist, they would WIPE THE FLOOR with him. Tax cuts for those who ACTUALLY PAY TAXES ALWAYS (without fail) stimulate the economy, because individuals use that money to purchase goods, invest in business and generate commerce. The sheer gain in taxable revenue paid for the supposed "cuts."
The Republicans aren't the party of NO. It's the party of HELL NO and is proud of it. The Democrat party will suffer heavy losses in November, and we'll get back to a center-right Congress representative of the country.
Whats the big deal ? Republicans have been giving America the finger for the past nine years, as well they have been giving the finger to the rest of the world for longer then that.
Good for him. And how about the truth. Bunning asked where the money was coming from to pay the extention. Imagine asking a question like that of the Liberal Dems. Crap, this isn't a bottomless money well. And who's checking to see who's really looking for work? ACORN?
Typical Bible Belt, GOP Hypocrite. Middle digit right back to you, Senator, and may you rot in hell!
The Republican Party is getting more redneck all the time. This gesture goes back to ancient times. The Romans called it "digitus obscenicus."
All jokes aside , the Republicans been giving the american people the finger for a long time . so finger back at you .
Folks, he didn't just give the finger to the press - HE GAVE THE FINGER TO ALL AMERICANS! Write, e-mail and call this classless clown's office and let him know we are fed up with grandstanding by either party. Get to work Congress or get the hell out!
This man should be on the floor and I don't men the Senate floor.To think that this vulgar self-centered man is a Senator is sickening in the extreme. When we as a nation are in a position of having to depend on vermin of this ilk to make the laws we live by it is revolting. Can this man[?} not be impeached.? I am surprised that even the Republicans aren't working to put this man in the unemployment line. Does nothing phase those Repubs, no matter how disgusting?NOTHING?
well omama just runs around trying to push that health care crap down our throats. jobs jobs jobs why can;t u all understand we need ur butts working on jobs man!!!!!!
I find it funny that normally you'd see all the Repubs out here defedning their man but they're strangly quiet about this? What's wrong GOP? Having problems accepting the actions of your own?!
"The war is over Lebowski – the bums lost"
I saw the CNN clip of this buffoon. What a weasel. The whole criminal Republican mob stinks to high headven. Did McConnell force this idiot out because he won't bend to the Great Leader's will?
Hell hath no fury like a republican scourned.
Wake up Kentucky! Who is your senator? That is how “old and settled” representatives care for us – average US citizens – just “flip them”. Shame.
Do you wonder what these Republican senators are made of. These are the same ones that have no compassion for their fellow Americans. What do they care if 40,000 Americans will die this years because they don't have health care. You wonder how they sleep at night.
Joan
I thought the Senate had 99 other members. Did any of the others vote? How does one vote, from the minority party, stop the overwhelming majority from success. Dem's need to get their act together and stop blaming a party that doesn't have the numbers to stop them.
Just wondering how those without jobs in Kentucky feel about their representitive? How much are WE paying this guy? What are his retirement benefits?
That pesky mainstream media and their darn questions........
He'll be on Fox Opinion Channel later tonight talking about how he was attacked...............He'll then go on to spin that he's actually helping people pull themselves up by their bootstraps by denying them assistance. Hannity will agree and make a "socialist" remark and after the break....boobies.
Stay classy Bunny.
The arrogance of Senator Bunning is astounding. At this point, all I can say is that I despise this man as well as all of the other senators and representatives who are refusing to find solutions. There is fault on both sides, but I am now convinced that reelection is far more important to the republicans than doing anything in support of our citizens.
He throws a tantrum.
First of all, his behavior as a senator is terrible. And he should be ashamed of himself. But the bill that he voted against. How can we give away money that WE dont HAVE! I don't get it. People need to stop living outside of their means and get a job at the local Mcdonalds. I feel for these people. So many nice people have lost their jobs and their livlihood. But, that doesn't mean I have to start paying for them losing their job. Thats life, deal will it.
As a fiscal conservative myself I believe Senator Bunning to be a disgrace to this great nation. He is a spineless, classless, clueless and immature bully.
If Mr. Bunning is sincere in cutting $10 billion then I'm sure he will cut all of the pork projects he acquired for KY. I'm sure he would support cutting the rest of the $10 billion from KY's federal assistance programs.
Tell these news hounds to give it a rest. Bunning was recorded on C-SPAN Friday night when all this went down. He has since stated no opposition to the extensions – he wants them paid for.
Let's call his bluff and raise taxes on the wealthiest Americans and see where he stands then.
Classy.
Here's me giving all of you First Amendment Haters, the Bird. Free Bird baby, its protected by the First.
Maybe he was doing a re-creation of what Bush and the rest of the criminal Republicans have been doing to the Constituion and to our country for decades.
You hard core reactionaries would be hilarious, if you weren't such a danger to our freedom.
I can't help but wonder if Sen. Bunning does not have some dementia or mental health issues going on. I'm not saying this to be mean, but it seems the last few years his personlity has changed...I've seen him in person at rallies ove the years. Maybe he needs a good medical checkup including cognitive evaluation.
That's what you can expect if you vote the Republicans and their Tea Party friends back into power in 2010 and 2012. There are so many IOUs riding on these guys getting back into power that regular citizens will get flipped the bird. Apart from not tackling healthcare reform, there will be no financial reform, green jobs etc. If anything, they'll just enable big business to continue with their bad behaviors.
Time to impeach this braindead traitor.
What does he care?
He's retiring soon and just wants to make sure his retirement is not infringed in any way.
After all, it's so unfair for him to give up anything so others can eat.
The hubris of the unemployed!
Mr Bunning is as disgusting as the Joe Wilsons, the Dick Cheneys et al who makes a mockery of the title honorable. He is another example of dishing it out but can't take it. Send him on a fact finding trip to Siberia.
You self hating Liberals are so easy. We throw a bird your way and you go into a rage. I don't know why many of you are so mad at Bunning about the unemployment issue. Most of you have probably never worked long enough to collect unemployment anyway and have been living off of welfare most of your adult lifes. There is a good side to this. Thousands of Federal government loafers have been furloughed without pay.
Why should this man be concerned with the citizens and workers of this country. He's a member of the "I got mine, screw you" party.
Hey use reconciliation to go around Bunning and get the little guy a few more unemployment checks. I'm sure he voted for other stuff that funding wasn't figured out for.
Has he been to a doctor lately? There's obvously something the matter with him.
This idiot is the main reason why the GOP need to clean their house.
How in the world do- utterly Disgusting- people like this get into their positions? This person should be thrown out along with many others like him......
It is time that we CLEAN HOUSE people, Vote them OUT.......
He only showed the Republican I.Q.
Another politician that needs to be VOTED OUT when he comes up for re-election.
Thumps up Sen. Bunning for standing up to Pay as you go Bill that passed. He had valid point Find way to pay this by cutting back on other program. There is nothing wrong with this and media does not report story correctly. what ever happen to accountability of Stimulus bill? How is the hope and change is working out for all of you?
Yeah, God bless the Republicans these days. Lots of class and concern for the American people. Glad I bailed out of that pathetic party...
Why is it ,that we can give money and supplies ,food and help to other countries but we cannot help our own people .I have been out of work since july 8,2009 and cannot find a job yet, and now my unemployment is going to run out ,i have two kids to feed and a home to pay for and car payments ,and put food on the table .I can not stop and say wait to my creditors when i get the money i will pay you.how would Sen,Jim Bunning like to tell his kids sorry we have no where to live but the street .This goverment has given me no hope what so ever ,god help us all. Michigander jim.
It shows what the Republicans think of ordinary Americans–if it were the rich getting a tax break, the republicans would not withold anything. Time for Americans to remember this kind of stuff and note that it also comes out of Kentucky where the Senate minority leader is also from.
I wish one Obama hater would give specifics of what he has done to warrant such hate. He has honored the Constitution much more than Bush and Cheney. He has acted much more Christian-like than they did. He has made more effort to help the country get the economy back on track then they did. He has shown more support for our troops than Bush and Cheney. Someone please give specifics, facts, of what Obama has done for you to hate him so.
As for Bunning, he's just showing bi-partisanship as envisioned by the GOP.
he is a scum bag like the rest of those republicans
Another stinking Republican. Now if that would have been a democrat...OMG