Posted on 11/19/2011 1:55:17 PM PST by Qbert
The headline on Democratic strategist Paul Begala’s recent Newsweek essay dodged subtlety: “The Stupid Party.”
“Republicans used to admire intelligence. But now they’re dumbing themselves down,” was the subhead.
Democrats couldn’t agree more. And quietly, many Republicans share the sentiment. They just can’t seem to stop themselves.
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Scientific skepticism, the engine that propels intellectual inquiry, has morphed into skepticism of science fueled by religious certitude. In this strange world, it is heresy to express concern about, for example, climate change — or even to suggest that human behavior may be a contributing factor. Jon Huntsman committed blasphemy when he told ABC’s Jake Tapper that he trusts scientists on global warming.
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Nevertheless, the Republican base requires that candidates tack away from science toward the theistic position — only God controls climate. More to the point, Rush Limbaugh says that climate change is a hoax and so it must be. Huntsman may as well be a Democrat.
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Despite his difficulties, Cain is still polling in the top tier, just behind Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich. Even so, there are signs that the GOP is recognizing its weaknesses and is ready to play smarter. To wit: The sudden surge of Gingrich, who, whatever his flaws and despite the weight of his considerable baggage, is no intellectual slouch. Whether he can pull off a victory in Iowa remains to be seen, but a populist professor — a bombastic smarty-pants Republicans can call their own — may be just the ticket.
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Is she still fixated on Sarah Palin? Severe PDS. And to think I once admired her work.
Hey, Kathleen. I’m changing the clutch in my pickup this weekend. Since you’re so smart, why don’t you come over and do it for me since I’m a mere High School dumbass.
I’ll even give you $100.
“...Janeane Garofalo - Janeane Garofalo’s SAT score is listed at 950”
LOL- Well, that explains a lot!
Kathleen Parker is a bitter old hag who became a useful idiot a longgggggggggggg time ago
A little hatin' on The Sarah should do the trick for Parker.
What a phony hack.
Parker is a very mean and bitter woman. She really needs to lighten up. Try a little Prozac or something.
...stemming from the fact that she is boringly average in talent, appearance and intelligence which kept her from making it to FOX.
I thought the republicans were the party of the rich? I am confused are we rich or stupid? because we can’t be both, because if we were stupid we wouldn’t be rich.
ANY column written by this PRETENDER witch is worth SQUAT. Don’t waste time reading it. You’ll only risk a stroke or coronary, and she is HARDLY worth it.
Your condescension -- and your ignorance -- know no bounds.
May you find comfort in the rubble of your superiority.
PS — if she thinks Newt may be acceptable, I’m definitely OUT.
Me not understand, get angry, cling to fiery boomstick and primitive sky god.
Ms. Parker is projecting.
"Kathleen Parker: After Interviews, Palin Should Bow Out"
Staggering bigotry of Kathleen Parker - UPDATED"
Who benefits most from Sanford meltdown? Californian (that's right) Mitt Romney
"Peeking Out From the McCain Wreckage: Mitt Romney"
"Someone's got to say it: IS MITT ROMNEY RESPONSIBLE FOR OBAMA'S VICTORY?"
"Vanity: Team Romney Sabotaged Palin and Continuing to Do So?"
"Romney Supporters Trashing Palin"
"Romney advisors sniping at Palin?"
Kathleen would buy a used car from that man ~ more than once too!
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