Posted on 03/03/2007 2:29:00 PM PST by MovementConservative
Conservative author Jennifer Rubin wondered this morning whether any Republican candidates would have the decency to do a little Sistah Souljah-ing here:
It is not “caving” into political correctness to distance and indeed condemn such remarks as unworthy of a political event like CPAC… Excommunication is not being suggested, just a public rebuke. By clearly stating her comments are beyond the bounds of civil discourse and her presence not a welcome addition to a mature political party, the Republicans could do themselves a world of good. How often does a party have the opportunity to display some measure of dignity, restraint and self-reflection.?
Actually, it sounds like she is suggesting excommunication. No presidental contender’s gone that far (yet), but if it’s condemnation she’s waiting for, the wait is over:
Of the major Republican candidates, only Mr. McCain did not attend [CPAC], but he denounced her remarks on Saturday morning. “The comments were wildly inappropriate,” said his spokesman, Brian Jones.
Mr. Giuliani said, “The comments were completely inappropriate and there should be no place for such name-calling in political debate.”
Kevin Madden, a spokesman for Mr. Romney, said: “It was an offensive remark. Governor Romney believes all people should be treated with dignity and respect.”
Coulter’s own reaction, per an e-mail to the Times: “C’mon, it was a joke. I would never insult gays by suggesting that they are like John Edwards. That would be mean.”
Do the denunciations mean Edwards’s site will quit referring to her as a “Republican mouthpiece” or his campaign manager, David Bonior, will stop sending out fundraising appeals like this?
John was singled out for a personal attack because the Republican establishment knows he poses the greatest threat to their power. Since they have nothing real to use against him, Coulter’s resorting to the classic right-wing strategy of riling up hate to smear a progressive champion. And the Republican attack dogs will keep playing this despicable trick as long as they think it works.
No, of course not. There is a potential silver lining here for gays, though. Says Robbie at the Malcontent: Romney has spent months wooing the Religious Right with culture warrior issues like gay rights and abortion. It certainly doesn’t take an oracle to know gay marriage will come in for yet another bit of rehashing during the 2008 campaign. Now, every single time Romney or any other Republican candidate decides to take gay issues for a good beating to curry favor with the base, at the back of the media’s and many voters’ minds will be Ann Coulter calling someone a faggot after Mitt Romney said nice things about her. Politicians like to euphemize their positions. The sanctity of marriage. Platitudes about disagreeing with gay rights but affording homosexuals in society dignity and respect. Coulter has now made those euphemizations just a little bit more untenable…
If those who support gay issues possess any political wisdom, Coulter’s message will be entwined with anti-gay political rhetoric from now until election day. “Sancitity of Marriage. Faggot. Applause.” All of a piece. Love the sin, hate the sinner? Applause for faggot. Coulter receiving choice interview spots on programming like Hannity and Colmes? Applause for faggot.
For what it’s worth, Romney did win the CPAC straw poll. Rudy came a strong second and, unlike Romney, with no big contingent of his own volunteers there cheering him on.
Your take on Jesus is the take I would expect from anyone who might be under the tutelage of the Christian-lite teaching of the last century. Why did Jesus teach in parables?
Jesus defending the law bothers you, doesn't it? No response from you on that front.
What office is Coulter running for?
It's nice to see someone with a spine on FR. Good work.
BS. This is a typical Dem tactic, which has its various attack machine organs [including the MSM and gay organizations] engage in the politics of personal destruction. Ann Coulter is a private citizen and political pundit in much the same way as Bill Maher, Al Franken, Michael Moore, et. al. The idea that Rep Presidential candidates must "denounce" her remarks is ludicrous. When has the MSM asked the Dem candidates to "denounce" Bill Maher?
Ann Coulter has struck a nerve with the Left. She has them figured out. They don't like it and want to destroy her. They will use any pretext, including seizing on remarks made in a Q&A at a conservative political conference. The idea that this is of great political import is nonsense.
I attended the CPAC conference. Ann Coulter was the biggest draw. With over 3,000 college students there, the demand to get into her presentation was overwhelming. Ann has rock star appeal and she is an entertainer in addition to being a pundit. It is disappointing to see so many Reps act as useful idiots for these attacks on her. Lighten up.
To prevent igorant people from reaching the truth, is it not? Unfortunately, ignorant people seldom realize that they are ignorant, therefore don't take the warning, and that is what has brought me here, having a debate with someone who should have been dissuaded by Jesus' clear warning.
More reasons not to vote for Guliani, McInsane or Romney. Looks like I'm gonna be skipping that line in 2008 - or writing in Ann Coulter.
If they're gonna use with each other, YES.
Yup. He can ignore it, or say that the matter is between Ms. Coulter and Mr. Edwards. But if denounces her, I won't vote for him.
Good point.
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