REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT IN TOWN HALL MEETING WITH CITIZENS OF ONTARIO

The White House Site ^ | Jan. 5, 2002

[Ben Bolt]

You seem to have such a superior grasp on life RLK , I probably should not engage you in such a simple conversation . You present yourself like it is beneath you . I defer to the superior negative complainer on the thread . I have seen you around . I'll see you again . Good day , Sir .

[Hugh Akston]

Hey Doug. RLK says you are a shill.

[doug from upland]

Then perhaps RLK is an *SS.

For the record, the microphone was given to those lucky enough to catch the president's eye. We were not pre-screened. I could have asked a very critical and embarrassing question if that is what I wanted to do.

I got my tickets late on Friday. My congressman had me on a list and some tickets came in. He did not ask my party affiliation when I was put on the list. The Chamber of Commerce had tickets for sale to raise some money. They did not ask anyone's party affiliation. If RATS wanted to come and ask a question, they would be able to. You can't always tell a RAT by how he looks, although I will say that they usually have a noticeable odor about them.

Hillary, on the other hand, only allowed friends to be there. She always knew the questions in advance. It was phony and it was staged.

RLK needs to do some research before he shoots off his mouth.

[Defender2]

#24 Good Show Doug!!!!:-) Someone needs to let AP know you were'nt hand picked either!!!!

[doug from upland]

If you can let me know how to reach that nitwit reporter, I'll call her.

I want to make it clear that I am not a Bush sycophant. I am not happy with his immigration policy. We need orderly immigration. I don't think he is particularly brilliant or well-spoken. But he is a genuine man who knows how to choose good people to work for him and he has the character to be able to recognize good vs. evil. He used "evil" and "evil ones" several times today. I love that. It's judgmental. We should all be able to be judgmental when it comes to right and wrong. Raping Juanita Broaddrick was wrong. Perjury is wrong. The RATS do not want to make that kind of call. That is one of the president's strengths.

[Ben Bolt]

Doug , I have never met you , and indeed this is my 1st reply to you ever . I saw you on the tele for the 1st time . I know you have a background in the media . I saw the sincerety in you'r eyes . I heard the sincerety in you'r voice . I have alway's voted Republican , good or bad . Frankly , I think you may have stumped my President for a pico second there -) ! I take you'r word hand's down . I tip my top hat to you Sir .

[Valin]

Thirdly, the long-term solution is for Mexico to grow a middle class so that people don't feel like they have to come here to work.

Very well put.

[doug from upland]

Thanks, but I really don't have a media background. After college I taught in public school for five years. I've been a licensed real estate broker for 25 years specializing in creative real estate and consulting. I taught real estate law, economics, finance, and practice at the college level for 10 years. For a short time, I had a real estate radio show in which I attempted to solve callers' problems on the air. The evil Bill Press actually had me in studio once for a real estate show when he was on KFI in Los Angeles. I've probably made about 2,000 calls to talk shows and have been a guest on several shows. And, I've done a considerable amount of automotive writing.

Hey, maybe that is somewhat of a media background.

[Howlin]

Bush's town meetings are just as much staged productions with streams of syncophants and soft ball ball questions, as are Hillary's. Both are designed to manipulate. I am as insulted by one as I am by the other and want no part of either.

Let's see what two people who were there today say about it.

[doug from upland]

See #24 above. He is simply wrong. He is allowed to be wrong.

[Defender2]

#26 Best to ya', Doug!!!!:-)

[doug from upland]

I apologize for #24. I shouldn't have called you name. In this case, however, I will respectfully disagree with your assessment.

[Howlin]

I hope he's not offended if I take your word for what went on.

[danmar]

Bush's town meetings are just as much staged productions with streams of syncophants and soft ball ball questions, as are Hillary's. Both are designed to manipulate. I am as insulted by one as I am by the other and want no part of either.

Well, this a free country(still) and accordingly you can go and pound sand if you do not like it pilgrim!

[maica]

They think they can run and they think they can hide, because they think this country is soft and impatient.  But they are going to continue to learn the terrible lesson that says:  Don't mess with America.  (Applause.)

Our President is such an inclusive man, he has expanded the Texas 'motto' to include all of us. I feel like an honorary Texan. And ------I do not think little Tommy Dassle will have any better luck against W than McCain or Algore did.

[MJY1288]

Hey Doug, I just found out that was you today that got in the dig on 'lil Tommy when you asked your question, That was PRICELESS great job Doug!

I think you would of got a laugh from the President if you did'nt choke him up with your message that everyone on the USS Enterprize was honored to have him as their Commander-in-Chief. HATS OFF to you fellow FReeper, you did good

[Ben Bolt]

I'll bump that entire comment Doug . I , as most have a bone to knaw upon also . Immigration is a big deal , because it effect's so many direction's this republic can go . He noted the water situation also tonight . Another fundamental issue , of course . I take the totality of the leadership , then make a note on detail's . 'Tis a true observation you make Doug , judgement is a damn good thing . I'm pleased you were there to speak .

[MJY1288]

ROFLMAO

[Cinnamon Girl]

You are so gutsy, doug. I really admire that. You're wrong about our President, though. He IS brilliant.