[conservative in nyc]

So much for the political implications of this. Not even a majority of DEMOCRATS think the hunting incident raises serious questions about Mr. Cheney's ability to serve as Veep.

A Marist poll aired on WNBC-TV in New York was pretty similar - I'm not sure if the sample was New York only or national.

[goldstategop]

The Democratic Party mainstream is a quarter of the electorate that are fit to be tied about it. For the rest of us, its no big deal.

(Denny Crane: "I Don't Want To Socialize With A Pinko Liberal Democrat Commie. Say What You Like About Republicans. We Stick To Our Convictions. Even When We Know We're Dead Wrong.")

[Gordongekko909]

I <3 Rasmussen. Only reliable polling agency out there.

[Darkwolf377]

97% of Republicans wish Cheney would do something about David Gregory's hissy fits when he has a bad hair day.

[demlosers]

Twenty-seven percent (27%)

Hardcore rats.

[Steely Tom]

Well, look, in all honesty (and those of you who know me know I yield to no one in my appreciation of and affection for President Bush and Vice President Cheney) I do think it might be a good idea for the VP to curtail his shotgunning activities, at least where 78-year-old friends are involved. I know, it's not right, it's not fair, people get "peppered" all the time (believe it or not, I've been peppered, in a foolish incident that happened when I was in high school). But given the unbelievable level of enmity on the part of the political opposition, it might be an idea worth considering.

(steely)

[Billthedrill]

The longer this goes on the more embarrassing it is for the media types who by now are stuck in it. Their only practical exit is to make as much noise and confusion as they can while they're shuffling for the door.

The problem is that the public has not a great deal of toleration for self-dramatizing glamor queens once the mask's been torn. And worse, those who are busy spreading the rumor that Cheney or the rest of the party were drunk (1) without a single shred of evidence, and (2) in direct contradiction to the eyewitnesses, the police, and the Secret Service, are going to become targets for a counter-accusation of smear-mongering that is going to stick.

[ArmstedFragg]

Oh my God, 'serious questions'!! Let's immediately place him under arrest and book him for 'felony serious questions'. After all, to judge from the MSM's behavior, an issue of 'serious questions' is like a capital crime, so it must be something really bad... like... serial mopery or something.

[p23185]

So much for the political implications of this. Not even a majority of DEMOCRATS think the hunting incident raises serious questions about Mr. Cheney's ability to serve as Veep. A Marist poll aired on WNBC-TV in New York was pretty similar - I'm not sure if the sample was New York only or national.

I take this to mean that 27% are either reading the MSM or listening to Err Amerika because those are the folks with the tin foil conspiracy hats on 24/7!! They have a rabid hate of the GWB Admin and will never get over loosing two Pres elections in a row to GWB - They continuously rant "Impeach, Impeach, Impeach". Malloy on Err Amerika continuously tell his 5 people who listen that they are going to have to take to the streets with pitchforks and torches, because the party of corruption will never remove the evil Nazi Bush regime. Think they will do it? Err Amerika is promoting the strategy of throwing their support 100% behind any '06 candidate that promises they will IMPEACH the Bush regime. Impeach Bush and Cheney and Impeach and Demand Censure for Bush-Cheney Misconduct

[davidtalker]

Once again a new Rasmussen Poll tracks the percentage of Americans I describe as afflicted with Bush Derangement Syndrome. I usually peg this at between 30-35% of the population. It's a moving target, however. This is the crowd we chronicle here. The Larry O'Donnell, Daily Kos, Ariana, Pelosi, DU, MoveOn.org, et al. Rasmussen had a poll a couple of weeks ago saying 32% of Americans want Bush impeached. Same crowd. The great news here is that this group runs the RAT establishment around by the nose. They then destroy any hope for national victories with mainstream America. Plus, as an added bonus, they are very entertaining.

[aquila48]

27%??

Well that's the same number that are concerned every time Chaney farts, that's how much of a non-story this is. One more dead-end for the desperate 'rats. What next?

[nopardons]

All this was, was the presstitues throwing a hissy fit and the public, for once, got it.

[highlander_UW]

I think the shooting raises some serious questions as well...like isn't it amazing how insane democrats are for trying to make political hay out of an accident?

[Choose Ye This Day]

Thirty-eight percent (38%) of Harry Reid's party say it is just one of those very embarrassing things that happens to all of us.

BWAHAHAHAHAHA!!!! The Dems are hanging their hat on "Fuddgate" to bring down the "evil Bush empire" and they still have 40% of their own team that think it's no big deal?

There will be calls for ideological purges among the DUmmy ranks when they see this poll.

[Razz Barry]

The BIG question is how to get Jimmy Carter to go hunting with Cheney?

[river rat]

Firearm safety isn't a niceity, it's a necessity.
Semper Fi

Ten Commandments of Shooting Safety (Revised October 8, 2003)

1. Always point the muzzle in a safe direction. Do not point a firearm or bow at anything you do not intend to shoot. Control the direction of the muzzle at all times. Never rest a muzzle on your toe or foot. Keep your finger out of the trigger guard until the instant you are ready to fire. Always keep the safety on until ready to fire; however, the safety should never be a substitute for safe firearm handling.

2. Trust every firearm or bow with the same respect you would show a loaded gun or nocked arrow. Every time you pick up a firearm, the first thing you do is check to see if it is loaded. Be sure the chamber and magazine are empty and that the action is open until ready to be fired. If you do not understand how to determine if it is loaded, do not accept the firearm until someone has safely shown you that it is unloaded. Read your instruction manual carefully before you handle new firearms or bows. .

3. Be sure of your target and what is in front of and beyond your target. Before you pull the trigger you must properly identify game animals. Until your target is fully visible and in good light, do not even raise your scope to see it. Use binoculars! Know what is in front of and behind your target. Determine that you have a safe backstop or background. Since you do not know what is on the other side, never take a shot at any animals on top of ridges or hillsides. Know how far bullets, arrows and pellets can travel. Never shoot at flat, hard surfaces, such as water, rocks or steel because of ricochets..

4. Unload firearms and unstring conventional bows when not in use. Leave actions open, and store sporting arms in cases when traveling toand from shooting areas. Take bolts out or break down shotguns if necessary. Know how your equipment operates. Store and transport firearms and ammunition separately and under lock and key. Store firearms and bows in cool, dry places. Use gun or trigger locks and guards when not in use..

5. Handle the firearms, arrows and ammunition carefully. Avoid horseplay with firearms. Never climb a fence, a tree or a ladder with a loaded firearm or bow and arrows. Never jump a ditch or cross difficult terrain with a loaded firearm or nocked arrow. Never face or look down the barrel from the muzzle end. Be sure the only ammunition you carry correctly matches the gauge or caliber you are shooting. Always carry arrows in a protected cover or quiver. Learn the proper carries. Try to use the two-hand carry whenever possible because it affords you the best muzzle control. Always carry handguns with hammers over an empty chamber or cylinder. If you fall, be sure to disassemble the gun and check the barrel from the breech end for obstructions. Carry a field cleaning kit. .

6. Know your safe zone-of-fire and stick to it. Your safe zone-of-fire is that area or direction in which you can safely fire a shot. It is "down range" at a shooting facility. In the field it is that mental image you draw in your mind with every step you take. Be sure you know where your companions are at all times. Never swing your gun or bow out of your safe zone-of-fire. Know the safe carries when there are persons to your sides, in front of, or behind you. If in doubt, never take a shot. When hunting, wear daylight fluorescent orange so you can be seen from a distance or in heavy cover. .

7. Control your emotions when it comes to safety. If you lose control of your emotions you may do something carelessly. If you have just shot a target or animal you probably will be excited. At that moment you may turn with a loaded firearm back towards your friends or you might run with a loaded firearm towards a downed animal with the gun safety off. You or someone else may be in danger once you lose control of your emotions. Show discipline. Rehearse in your mind what the safe actions will be. Do not allow your daydreams to prelace good judment. Show restraint and pass up shots which have the slightest chance of being unsafe..

8. Wear hearing and eye protection. While shooting at the range, you must wear hearing and eye protection at all times. Firearms are loud and can create noises which are damaging to a person's hearing. It can be a gradual loss of hearing due to outbursts of noise over many years. The damage could also be immediate, especially if your ears are next to a muzzle blast. Vibrations from the blast are enough to create loss of hearing. Wear glasses to protect your eyes from escaping gases, burnt powder (especially in blackpowder shooting), and other debris. .

9. Don't drink alcohol or take drugs before or while handling firearms or bow and arrows. Alcohol and drugs impair normal physical and mental body functions and mustn't be used before or while handling firearms or archery equipment. These substances affect emotions, making it easier to lose control.

10. Be aware of additional circumstances which require added caution or safety awareness. Just because something isn't listed under these "ten commandments of shooting safety" doesn't mean you can ignore it if it is dangerous. There may be rules such as in muzzleloading or archery or posted at a shooting range which should also be followed. Also, practice reloading safety by following and reading all specific instructions. Practice all commandments of shooting safety. Ensure a safe future for you, others and the shooting sports!.

[George Smiley]

Cheney's an underachiever in terms of Vice-Presidential use of firearms: he only winged Mr. Whittington.

Vice President Burr *killed* Alexander Hamilton.

[oceanview]

Cheney's favorable number is not good, I believe Rasmussen has Bush at 48% favorable. so much for this idea, this hunting incident aside, of Cheney allowing the press to marginalize him and define him for literally years now, without him rebutting it. that's how you get to a 36% favorable number.

[jiggyboy]

I might have to change my tagline from 10% to 27%.

[Cincinna]

This is a nothing story going nowhere. But I must admit it is hilarious to hear the ranting conspiracy theories of those like O'Donnell and Olbermann...terminally ill with Hate Bush/Cheney Disease,whose main symptom is terminal foot in mouth syndrome.

[TheLion]

The headline should have been 73% of Americans satisfied with Cheney.