Rush deserves our Thanks, and our Prayers.

10/10/03 | andy58-in-nh

[andy58-in-nh]

As the river of life flows along and we with it, we all learn to observe those landmarks along the banks that bind us to the shore, offering safe harbor and the comforts of home. For me, Rush Limbaugh has long been such a marker. As a Conservative, frequently alienated from popular culture and subject to the hostility directed to those such as myself, Rush Limbaugh was a Rock, a lighthouse shining through the fog of Liberalism. I felt that way in 1989, when I first heard him on the air, and I feel that way today.

Of course, I knew that many people shared my values when Ronald Reagan was elected -not once, but twice- yet, as odd as it may seem today, conservative voices were not often heard publicly in the 1980’s, as the television and radio airwaves were still dominated by Liberals. Today, I no longer feel alone. I am daily aware of many who share my ideas- on the radio, and on the Internet. And a major contributor to the tidal change in our culture between then and now was a failed disc jockey by the name of Rush Limbaugh.

Rush was something new: brash and outspokenly conservative, but also humorous and light-hearted. I did not always agree with him, nor do I now. Reasonable people may disagree about much in life. Yet Rush gave voice to those of us who felt shunned, almost guilty about being Conservative, even though we believed with all our minds that we were right. I recall still the joy of discovering the voice of a kindred spirit, unrelentingly positive and enthusiastic, never surrendering to the fear and delusions of the moment, but instead offering ideas and hope and laughter as an antidote to the infantile Leftism which has grown even more dour and hostile since those times. He is also directly responsible for the popularization of modern Conservatism, and by extension, for the proliferation of message centers like the one you are now visiting.

No matter what fortune becomes him, I will always love the man for that.

So as events now turn, Rush Limbaugh has reveled himself as, well, Human. He is flawed, imperfect, capable of considerable self-deception and occasionally weak in the face of moral and physical challenges. So am I. Who among us is not? To my knowledge and experience, Rush been a font of strength and good will on most public occasions. As he has demonstrated repeatedly during his 15 years on the radio airwaves, he is frequently capable of perspicacity, humor, empathy and great wit. How many of us could so perform, repeatedly, spontaneously, in the known presence of Millions?

Rush knows he is responsible for his actions, and has stated that responsibility, rather than shirking it, or choosing to blame it on the vicissitudes of fortune or the wiles of others. I was saddened to hear of his addiction and his pain, and I was heartened that he publicly proclaimed himself neither a Victim nor a Fool. He asked for no sympathy and begged no understanding. He stated his condition and his situation and offered no excuse. I wish him well and pray for his recovery. I owe him that much - and more.

[longtermmemmory]

Rush also deserves out protection.

We need to email.

NBC ABC and CBS to their news programs to let them know we will not accept opportunistic bashing of Rush. He is dealing with this hand as a class act. We need to support and give respect to that.

[longtermmemmory]

out = our

Rush deserves our protection.

[halley]

Agree completely. We all owe him. And the way he's handled himself over the last few weeks was just typical of the class act he's always been. Humility, courage, honesty all shone through.

Folks, Rush is the man who invented the genre and who single-handedly made conservatism the majority. There is still no better political analyst to be found anywhere.

I look forward to his return, and wish him well.

[annyokie]

Rush deverses nothing, just like the rest of us. He needs to take personal responsibilty, get his house in order, make amends and stop blaming his addiction on his doctor.

Been there, in a different way, done that. Recovery is a bitch. Good luck to him.

[GunnyB]

An incredible tribute to the Man, the Myth, the Legend, the way of life that Rush is for many of us. He was my beacon out of the darkness of liberalism as well... He is in our prayers...

[halley]

Rush blamed his addiction on no one.

Switch to de-caffeinated coffee, wouldja?

[Joe Hadenuf]

I pray Rush kicks this monkey off his back.

[longtermmemmory]

fine then phrase it this way if you like. Let the media leftist fools at ABC CBS NBC know that just because rush will not be here for 30 days, it does not change how we think.

Rush only voiced what we already knew. It does not hurt to remind ABCCBSNBCCNN know this.

[cars for sale]

just heard O'Reilly say in the replay...Rush uis a drug addict, in his own words......if O Reilly plays this too strong he's gone.\I mean gone here in my home

[Scenic Sounds]

So as events now turn, Rush Limbaugh has reveled himself as, well, Human.

Well put!

It's a very human story, this. ;-)

[lawdude]

"...and stop blaming his addiction on his doctor. "

I have not heard him "blame" anyone except himself and his own frailties. You must be mistaken... right?

What are your frailties?

[Joe Hadenuf]

just heard O'Reilly say in the replay...Rush uis a drug addict, in his own words

You mean he isn't?

[mimimo]

He needs to take personal responsibilty, get his house in order, make amends and stop blaming his addiction on his doctor.

He took responsibility, he made amends, I don't know about getting his house in order, BUT WHEN DID HE BLAME HIS DOCTOR?

[Ramius]

and stop blaming his addiction on his doctor.

What? Are you high? Just not paying attention? Maybe that's it.

[Reagan Man]

For the last 15 years, on national broadcast radio, Rush has been tough in his rhetorical attacks against the leftwing establishment in America. He hasn't held back and has been relentless in his effort to get the truth out to the American people. When he gets back on the air in 30 days or so, he'll pick up where he left off, without missing a beat.

There will be an onslaught of liberal trashtalk that is bound to hit the airwaves, print media and the internet over Rush`s remarks about his addiction to prescription drugs. The best thing that Rush`s faithful listeners and fellow conservatives can do while he's in rehab, is to stand tall and speak out in defense of both conservatism and Rush Limbaugh.

Rush said, he takes "full responsibility" for his actions. He also said, he's no role model and no victim and doesn't want to be treated as either. Rush has made a difference in the lives of many people throughout his broadcast career. He has been optimistic, positive, uplifting and above all, honest in his efforts. He has educated people on the positive attributes of political conservatism and has preached the fundamental ideas of American freedom and liberty. Right now, Rush needs our support and our prayers, while he gets his life back together.

[ladyinred]

The world usually embraces a person addicted to drugs and commends them when they enter a rehab, and we should expect, no demand no less for Rush.

[mimimo]

if O Reilly plays this too strong he's gone.\I mean gone here in my home


Their radio shows are on at the same time, making them rivals? hmmmm.....

[Ramius]

So?