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.”
Boycott Russ Linbaughs sponsors and that will get his attention, and probably the only thing that can shut the jerk up.
Where can I get to the Anti-Obama petition? I want to sign that one.
Rush is an oxy (contin) moron.
Rush is Right!
Limbaugh-Palin in 2012? So far right they'll fall off the flat earth they believe in!
He's one of the biggest terrorist in the world. He should be brought up on treason.
I am sure glad the Dems are protecting EVERY American's right to free speech ...
Liars and hypocrites.
I don't see why you'all give him this much recognition.
Please ignore him. Not worth all this.
he is just a spud boy heroin addict
He is the scum of the Republican party.
I just want to know how I can sign the petition.
there's nothing like free speech...
Just ignore him. He's a cartoon character. Let him drop the anvil on himself.
God Bless Rush and his highly educational program. He provides a public education on the problem with Liberalism.
Hello people, this is America, Rush still has the same "Freedom of Speech" rights the rest of us are using right now. I don't like him or his comments either.
COMEDIAN RUSH LIMBAUGH...
FINALLY!!!
boycott limpbaugh. loud mouth with nothing but hate filled agenda.
He's no longer relevant and NOT patriotic. Boycott his shows and let the stations know you are boycotting them. Hopefully he will disapear from the air for good!
He is such an idiot. He is a drug addict. How can people even believe him unless they are also idiots.
Where do I sign the petition?
I agree with Sandi! Is Rush even relevant anymore? He is nothing but a childish, racist, bigot. What else can we expect from folks like him?
Can you tell us where we can sign petition?
Rush needs to go shopping for a doctor – he needs medication!