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Why Donald Trump's vicious attack on George W. Bush was so brutally effective — and brilliant
The Week ^ | 2-14-2016 | James Poulus

Posted on 02/14/2016 11:19:26 AM PST by dlt

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To: miss marmelstein

Can I confirm with you and other Trump supporters that you want us to personally attack the physical appearance of Donald Trump?

This seems absurd but it seems to be the dominant form of argument for Trump and his supporters who are so opposed to conservatism.


81 posted on 02/14/2016 12:28:24 PM PST by lonestar67 (I remember when unemployment was 4.7 percent / Cruz 2016)
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To: DeathBeforeDishonor1

OH MAN!!!

LOL!!!


82 posted on 02/14/2016 12:30:04 PM PST by moehoward
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To: sagar
Trump will be creamed. He ain’t seen nothin yet.

Or so you Germans would have us believe.

83 posted on 02/14/2016 12:31:12 PM PST by higgmeister ( In the Shadow of The Big Chicken! Trump 2016 - and Dude, Cruz ain't bona fide either)
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To: DeoVindiceSicSemperTyrannis

Assuming that chart is the least bit correct, Trump wanting to eliminate abortion funding would pretty much put them out of business. You should be all for it.


84 posted on 02/14/2016 12:35:05 PM PST by moehoward
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To: dlt

A breathlessly brilliant article. This is maybe the best read on the web explaining Trump’s power and authority. He has the instinct of a killer and knows precisely where the enemy is laird.
If this nation is to be saved the entire political/government establishment must be destroyed and rebuilt from the ground up. That includes, especially, the marxist cells that permeate the entire education establishment.
Trump cannot do this alone but he sure can get the ball rolling.


85 posted on 02/14/2016 12:37:09 PM PST by Louis Foxwell (Stop Islam and save the world.)
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To: HarleyLady27

And if they steal the money to perform all those marvelous services from us, the taxpayers, and then fund hideous, ghoulish abominations with it, you’re all good with that, ain’cha now.

You are as depraved as the evil you close your eyes to. 60 million souls and counting are pleading with you to reconsider.


86 posted on 02/14/2016 12:37:48 PM PST by LurkLongley (Ad Majoram Dei Gloriam-For the Greater Glory of God)
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To: Parmy

So let’s just give up! Great idea!


87 posted on 02/14/2016 12:39:36 PM PST by LurkLongley (Ad Majoram Dei Gloriam-For the Greater Glory of God)
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To: dlt
Hello All.
Just finished watching last nights debate. I didnt see all the fuss everyone was talking about concerning a Trump meltdown. First off I fast forward thru Rubio, Cruz, moderators and the Idiot Kasich. Two hour debate now 30 min. I have always liked Carson so there. Trump defended himself from Bush, and Cruz like a street fighter disregarding the Queen of Marquessberry rules. Loved every minute of it. Suck It Jeb!
Go Trump
88 posted on 02/14/2016 12:39:54 PM PST by MotorCityBuck ( Keep the change, you filthy animal! ,)
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To: dlt

Good article. Thanks for posting.

Republicans lost two elections because of w. The Clintons were created by George HW.


89 posted on 02/14/2016 12:40:03 PM PST by TigerClaws
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To: MotorCityBuck
Now THAT was a succinct, cut-to-the-chase, upbeat, accurate synopsis of last night's debate.

Loved it!

Leni

90 posted on 02/14/2016 12:46:00 PM PST by MinuteGal (GO TRUMP GO !!!)
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To: RasterMaster

Thank you for at least trying to inject a little common sense into the debate. Alas, I fear you are up against an army of Trumpkins who are only interested in the sound of their leaders voice.

If Trump succeeds in smearing W. like this, we’ll have our second president who can just blame everything on Bush!


91 posted on 02/14/2016 12:46:34 PM PST by LurkLongley (Ad Majoram Dei Gloriam-For the Greater Glory of God)
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To: MinuteGal

Thank You. Now off to the Walking Dead Thread!
All politics and no play makes MCB a dull boy. ;)


92 posted on 02/14/2016 12:50:19 PM PST by MotorCityBuck ( Keep the change, you filthy animal! ,)
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To: LurkLongley
Planned Parenthood is for women's services...I do not condone nor do I abide by abortions...but for women issues, such as breast cancer, ovarian cancer, birth control pills, mammograms, and vagina check ups, yes they are the best...
93 posted on 02/14/2016 12:56:56 PM PST by HarleyLady27 ("The Force Awakens"!!! TRUMP;TRUMP;TRUMP;TRUMP!!! 100%)
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To: big'ol_freeper

If Donnie is so pro-PP I would suggest he self fund the organization. Donnie needs to remember that we are talking taxpayer dollars, not his dollars.


94 posted on 02/14/2016 12:58:52 PM PST by A_Tradition_Continues (formerly known as Politicalwit ...05/28/98 Class of '98)
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To: DivineMomentsOfTruth

I think Trump is Obama in sheep’s clothing - with Trumpbots being the sheeple.

I see so many similarities. Both are narcissists who speak in platitudes, and will say anything to get elected.

Last night, we got a peak under the hood of Donald Trump - not the facade, but the core beliefs of the man. He holds Bush responsible for 9/11. He thinks Bush lied to get us in Iraq. And oh, some of the things Planned Parenthood does are peachy keen.

These are not the rational thoughts of a principled conservative. They’re the ravings of an unhinged Moveon.org poster who’s spent too much time in his mother’s basement.

I’ve heard some people praise Trump’s tirade as an effective way to attract Democrats and Independents. But anyone who believed “Bush lied” about Iraq ain’t gonna vote for Hillary-lite. They’ll vote for the real thing.

As for his election chances in the general, he’s got the highest disapproval rating in the history of any candidate. Do you honestly believe that in the next nine months, people are going to suddenly have a change of heart?

No.


95 posted on 02/14/2016 1:00:55 PM PST by Jaguarmike
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To: heights
We do not need a Bush dynasty. If Jeb wins, the last three GOP presidents are Bushes.

Jeb has too many negatives: Common Core, pro-Obama statements, abnormal fascination with illegal aliens, and Terri Schiavo. Why is nobody asking him about Terri?

96 posted on 02/14/2016 1:03:14 PM PST by Dante3
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To: lonestar67

Whatever stopped you before?

Go right at it, my friend.


97 posted on 02/14/2016 1:04:59 PM PST by miss marmelstein (Richard the Third: With my own people alone I should like to drive away the Turks (Muslims))
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To: euram

That’s right. Did George HW Bush refuse to take out Osama bin Laden and had the chance.?

Pussy


98 posted on 02/14/2016 1:08:34 PM PST by Baldwin77
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To: Mr Apple

TRUMP/CARSON 2016 
I like that combo.


99 posted on 02/14/2016 1:10:47 PM PST by MotorCityBuck ( Keep the change, you filthy animal! ,)
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To: AustinBill; napscoordinator; Aria
...A very good article, reminding us that politics as the art and science of winning, is indeed a blood sport, of which Trump is a master.

Getting harder and harder to sift through these threads to discuss the specific story being posted!

Not sure how the conversation got sidetracked onto Abortion.   Wish there was a way to filter out off-topic comments.


If Republicans are ever going to scare away the Bush ghost from the party, these things need to be said!   We don't go to war for revenge.   Soldiers' lives are at stake! This is why the sabre rattling of Cruz, Rubio, and Bush proves they didn't learn the lessons of Iraq or Vietnam.

Trump has a level head on his shoulders.   You fight to achieve a specific objective, you win quickly, and then get the hell out.

Trump understands the mind of the warrior -- and his support of wounded vets is inspiring.   But it's not just about caring for vets after they get wounded.  It's also about getting the military the best weapons, choosing smart/effective generals, and only picking fights you can win at minimal cost of life.


100 posted on 02/14/2016 1:13:01 PM PST by poconopundit (When the people shall become so corrupted as to need despotic government. Franklin, Const. Conv.)
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