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RUSH REFLECTS
Powerline ^ | DECEMBER 26, 2020 | SCOTT JOHNSON

Posted on 12/26/2020 6:59:41 AM PST by Hojczyk

Rush Limbaugh opened his final show of 2020 “by reflecting on what’s important.” Occasioned by the dire prognosis and related treatment he has lived with since early this year, Rush remembered and avowed:

There’s something about Christmas, my childhood memories of it, the families getting together and the children making it what it was. My feelings of thankfulness always surface. My feelings of great gratitude always surface at the Christmas time of year, and it’s no different this year. Now, in January of this year, toward the end of the month, I received a — you all know, but there’s something I want to say about it — stage 4, advanced lung cancer, terminal diagnosis. The objective of everybody involved was to extend life for as long as possible as enjoyably as possible.

* * * * *

I wasn’t expected to make it to October and then to November and then to December — and yet here I am. Today I’ve got some problems, but I’m feeling pretty good today. God’s with me today. God knows how important this program is to me today, and I’m feeling natural in terms of energy, normal in terms of energy, and I’m feeling entirely capable of doing it today.

* * * * *

You know, I have a philosophy there’s good that happens in everything. It may not reveal itself immediately, and even in the most dire circumstances, if you just wait, if you just remain open to things, the good in it will reveal itself.

Rush has posted transcript of his monologue here. Ian Schwartz has posted the transcript along with the video here at RealClearPolitics. It is well worth your time and consideration

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To: Hojczyk
I first found about Rush in 1988 on WPOP in Hartford. My Dad introduced me to him, then he switched to WTIC where he is now in the Hartford area. I remember the songs he had for up. Thdates and Rush Rooms...

What we need to replace him would be either Candace Owens or Baltimore Kim (can't think of her last name). Those would drive Liberals nuts - young, black women who is conservative! The anti-Rush 😀

21 posted on 12/26/2020 7:53:24 AM PST by Deplorable American1776 (We might be DEPLORABLES, but we don't CHEAT like Dems)
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To: dp0622

I have been near death several times and ironically it’s an incredibly peaceful feeling and seemed so natural at the time.
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Only a couple of times that I can honestly point to but after the fact, such as being in a car, changing my mind while the others took off, got in a wreck and all but one died....’heavy’ at 16.

Also I had volunteered for a certain type ship and the one I think I would have been on was lost with all hands and it got closer to home when I realized I knew a few of the people on board, not close but recognized the names as classmates.

Couple of close calls and you look at it as it is - inevitable and just try and stay ‘prepared’.

I definitely don’t want to stretch it out with a debilitating disease or condition but.......

It is what it is and best one can do is do the best one can for the time here.

I ‘joke’ that I was lucky to see 30 and the rest has been a bonus (of sorts???)

Like I/WE say...

Don’t screw with an ‘old man’ as the threat of a life sentence becomes less of a deterrent with age....


22 posted on 12/26/2020 7:56:09 AM PST by xrmusn (6/98"HRC is the Grandmother that lures Hansel & Gretel to the pot")
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To: jcon40

When I first heard him in 1988, he confirmed everything I believed in. Even the Republican Party at the time were happy being second tier with no hope of ever being in control. He lifted me up and gave hope that things could change. When Newt came along, we saw what is possible.


23 posted on 12/26/2020 7:56:30 AM PST by TStro (Better to die on your feet than live on your knees)
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To: Hojczyk

Lately I’ve been pondering who would fill that daily 3 hour slot when Rush turns off the “Golden EIB” microphone for the last time.

Some point to Hannity...no way. Hannity repeats the same message again and again and still has not learned how to close his mouth and listen.

It’s a unique personality that can go 5 days a week, 3 hours a day, show “prep” time, few if any guests...carrying the show on his or her back (yes, it could be a “her”) and have the charisma to keep us coming back for more.

Currently, I just don’t see anyone with that level of commitment, discipline and talent to fill the 3 hour void that we all know is coming.

I’m thankful that I found Rush by accident 32 years ago. Driving to San Diego, flipping the dial, my good fortune to find El Rushbo.


24 posted on 12/26/2020 7:59:15 AM PST by Herodes
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To: TStro

When I first heard him in 1988, he confirmed everything I believed in.


Rush is well versed in our history and heritage. That is a positive message. We all need to study our history and heritage.


25 posted on 12/26/2020 8:04:34 AM PST by PeterPrinciple (Thinking Caps are no longer being issued but there must be a warehouse full of them somewhere.)
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To: Hojczyk

Brave motivated man

Respect


26 posted on 12/26/2020 8:05:29 AM PST by wardaddy (I applaud Jim Robinson for his comments on the Southern Monuments decision ...thank you run the tra)
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To: Deplorable American1776

WPOP in Hartford Thats where I ustah listen to Joey Reynolds,1st heard rush down in Broward


27 posted on 12/26/2020 8:07:02 AM PST by CGASMIA68
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To: gloryblaze

Michael Savage is a nutter

Rush while sometimes to GOPe for me

Is arguably in a pantheon with Reagan and Trump and Helms and a few others worth a shit in that overrated party


28 posted on 12/26/2020 8:07:24 AM PST by wardaddy (I applaud Jim Robinson for his comments on the Southern Monuments decision ...thank you run the tra)
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To: gloryblaze

Mickie is a turd....and most folks know it.....Mickie is little whinning B-itch.


29 posted on 12/26/2020 8:23:32 AM PST by mastertex (mastertex)
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To: Herodes

There are a lot of conservatives running very successful podcasts right now. The Hodge Twins and Graham Allen come immediately to mind. Finding someone who has the voice, the depth, the principles, and the wit of Limbaugh will be impossible. He’s truly a once-in-a-generation voice.

Filling a live radio broadcast with someone who’s used to creating content on an asynchronous medium such as YouTube, Twitch, or in a podcast won’t work. Live radio requires a skill that few have.

Some have mentioned Levin. While I agree with his messages, I don’t care for his delivery. Hannity won’t leave his 3-6PM slot. Dennis Prager has success that might be functional in live radio, but ultimately power vacuums see a lot of flux before they level off. I think that slot will be chaotic for at least a year before a strong voice rises above the rest.


30 posted on 12/26/2020 8:29:50 AM PST by rarestia (Repeal the 17th Amendment and ratify Article the First to give the power back to the people!)
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To: Hojczyk

I got my nephew a couple of the Rush Revere history books for Christmas. They’re good presents for kids.


31 posted on 12/26/2020 8:30:19 AM PST by SeafoodGumbo
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To: Hojczyk

I got my nephew a couple of the Rush Revere history books for Christmas. They’re good presents for kids.


32 posted on 12/26/2020 8:30:27 AM PST by SeafoodGumbo
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To: max americana
Bongino, I loved his appearances on Fox, but between talking to producer Joe and Paula off camera, and his flags, gavel and bells as well as trying to be funny with weird faces/expressions, he is unwatchable to the point of irritating on his Youtube podcasts.

Haven't you ever noticed he's never guest hosted for Rush?

I don't like radio talk shows with a sidekick.

33 posted on 12/26/2020 8:33:51 AM PST by lewislynn ( It's not your color stupid, it's your attitude.)
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To: Herodes

The one who I think would be best is Mark Steyn.


34 posted on 12/26/2020 8:36:17 AM PST by gas_dr (Trial lawyers AND POLITICIANS are Endangering Every Patient in America: INCLUDING THEIR LIBERTIES)
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To: rarestia
Finding someone who has the voice, the depth, the principles, and the wit of Limbaugh will be impossible.
Found long ago. Actually better than Rush in my opinion.

Mark Steyn.

35 posted on 12/26/2020 8:38:58 AM PST by lewislynn ( It's not your color stupid, it's your attitude.)
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To: gloryblaze

“Michael Savage mocked Rush’s account of his condition.

No comment.”

I have a comment - Michael Savage is an ass. He’s losing his show because nobody can sfand him anymore.


36 posted on 12/26/2020 8:43:12 AM PST by aquila48 (Do not let them make you care! Guilting you is how they control you. )
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To: gov_bean_ counter
Bugs the crap out of him that Rush receives the credit instead of him.

I remember Savage bragging about taking over Hannity's 3-5 PM time slot on WjR here in Detroit. He thought he was big stuff then....

Unfortunately for him, Hannity had merely switched parent networks to the Patriot where he then took over the 3-6 pm slot on I think 101.5..

Savage eventually ended up on the 11 P.M. - 1:00 a.m..............LOL!

37 posted on 12/26/2020 8:45:09 AM PST by Hot Tabasco
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To: lewislynn

Bongino is currently battling Hodgkins Lymphoma......


38 posted on 12/26/2020 8:47:25 AM PST by Hot Tabasco
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To: jcon40
What a Man.

A true American Hero in every sense of the word. He rushed into burning buildings of politics not just once but every day. Its out turn to pick up the flag and press on.

MAGA! KAGA!

39 posted on 12/26/2020 8:47:38 AM PST by Don Corleone (The truth the whole truth and nothing but the truth)
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To: gas_dr

I agree.


40 posted on 12/26/2020 8:48:10 AM PST by 2111USMC (Aim Small Miss Small)
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