Dems launch anti-Limbaugh petition
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(CNN) - In a bid to capitalize on Rush Limbaugh's recent comment that he hopes President Obama "fails," national Democrats launched a petition drive Wednesday taking direct aim at the conservative radio host.
"Jobs, health care, our place in the world - the stakes for our nation are high and every American needs President Obama to succeed," says the petition, sponsored by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee. "Stand strong against Rush Limbaugh's Attacks - sign our petition, telling Rush what you think of his attacks on President Obama."
Limbaugh told listeners last week he sharply disagrees with Republicans who have said they hope Obama succeeds as president, and particularly expressed frustration over what he viewed as the "absorption of as much of the private sector by the US government as possible, from the banking business, to the mortgage industry, the automobile business, to health care."
"If I wanted Obama to succeed, I'd be happy the Republicans have laid down," Limbaugh said. "I hope he fails."
The comment sparked outrage in Democratic circles, while defenders of the remark said it was made purely in the context of Obama's economic polices.
Still, the DCCC petition not only provides an outlet for Democratic anger at Limbaugh, but also serves as a vehicle to gain names and e-mail addresses, presumably for later use in fundraising and organizing efforts.
The petition follows reports Obama warned GOP congressional leaders last week that they should stop listening to the conservative talker, prompting Limbaugh’s response that the new president is "frightened of me."
“He’s obviously more frightened of me than he is [Senate Minority Leader] Mitch McConnell,” Limbaugh told listeners Monday. “He’s more frightened of me, then he is of say, [House Minority Leader] John Boehner, which doesn’t say much about our party.”
well Rush is that part of Country which do not care that they will sink
with the ship as long as everybody they hate will sink with them !
Were do I sign.
This guy is tearing our nation apart.
WEe the voters in this country would be better off with out Russ LINBAUGH . MAYBE THEY CAN FIND SOME DESERTED ISLAND FOR HIM TO SHOOT HIS MOUTH OFF ON.
There should be a federal law for hate speech, such as hate crime. We shouldn't wait until someone is harmed by the ideologies of these baffoons, but stop them before they have a forum of their hate. Hitler himself did not kill anyone but his followers did much more.
Peace out!
just ignore the fat slob, pill popper. he has no relevence in washington d.c.. for the dem's to even react to his statements is dumb. the guy is just a hack with a big mouth.
Where do I sign?
I believe in freedom of speech in America. I also don't believe the fairness doctrine should be revived (although Reagan know just what he was doing when he banished it). I Also believe overpaid, drug-addled gasbags who spew hate, ignorance and divisiveness should have to answer for their abuse of the public airwaves.
The best choice is to boycott all advertisers who sponsor his fringe ravings.
It's about time!! Limbaugh's disinformation campaign has caused damage to this country for years. He and others like him have collectively devolved into the "Al Jazeera" of American news media. Enough is enough!!
HE,s a creep,target his sponsors,get their names and companys out on the front pages,then we wil see some action.and then we can follow the money trail also.he must be exposed for what he is.his lines are a religion to some people,the non thinkers.
Stop giving him the attention he so much desires. If he's ignored the silence will speak louder than any words. The majority of Americans think the man a complete nin-com-poop.
It's interesting to see how completely out of context they're taking Limbaugh's comments: Perhaps they all should go back and review what he actually said, in it's entirety.
What's the matter? Can only liberals make harsh comments? Isn't this a 'free' speech country?
I wish they would stop giving Limbaugh publicity. IGNORE him.
Someone needs to get this Limbaugh JERK off of the airwaves.
And, give the job to someone who does not spew hate, and evil in every breath.
Sign me up. Like to see the hot air let out of this obese, Oxycontin Boy.
He and his ilk have done more to polarize our politics than any issue.
He's made millions pandering to fools who believe what he pukes out everyday.
Its time this political propagandist and his right wing drivel are removed from the airwaves. We d0nt need or want his negative trash. We need inspiration and cooperation, not this destructive garbage. Shut him up.
That comment is pure Limbaugh and is designed to rouse the rabble that listens to him.
Rush Limbough is what I consider trailer trash, he talks it , walks it and his actions show he fits that label.
So much for freedom of speech. I can hear the hobnail boots now...
Limbough or what ever his name is, is an idiot and an extremist. Why doesn't he run for president let us see how he does. We as American need to condemn him and his puppet Hannity.
The best thing to do is ignore him. All this controversy is giving him the attention he needs to keep his job.
he is the kind of person who should be sent to tha Artic
I have changed my mind his hot air would add to our GLOBAL WARMING PROBLEM
Where is this petition? I want to sign.
Any petitions in play regarding Ann Coulter?
Is Limbaugh still using drugs?