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[EarlG]

Liberty University students: Attend the Cruz speech or be fined

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[sinkingfeeling]

1. Maybe I should send Cruz or his speech writer a dictionary.....

lib·er·ty
/ˈlibərdē/
noun
noun: liberty

1.
the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views.
"compulsory retirement would interfere with individual liberty"

synonyms: independence, freedom, autonomy, sovereignty, self-government, self-rule, self-determination; More
civil liberties, human rights

2.
the power or scope to act as one pleases.
"individuals should enjoy the liberty to pursue their own interests and preferences"

synonyms: freedom, independence, free rein, license, self-determination, free will, latitude
"personal liberty"

[valerief]

6. The GOP is a master of newspeak. Every word they use

actually means the opposite.

Ignorance is Strength
Freedom is Slavery
War is Peace

http://www.newspeakdictionary.com/newspeak.html

[dougolat]

16. Right, campaigning Reps have actually been quoted saying:

Freedom from regulation, freedom from taxation, and Liberty to profit however one can.

[AngryDem001]

24. They also want liberty only for the rich.

The "little people" can suck it.

[NoJusticeNoPeace]

2. Hitler and Ted have many similarities

I know, I lose the discussion when I bring him ole Adolph, but it is true

[erronis]

7. There is that nazi meme. Try Orwell, or Westmoreland, or Rumsfeld/Chinney instead.

[pennylane100]

18. I know the nazi meme is used a lot

But I think this guy is much closer to the real thing than anyone I have heard about. He is evil personified and I cannot even stand to watch him talk, he disgusts me.

[onecent]

61. I second this .....HE DISGUSTS me also.

IF for some strange quirky reason he makes it as a viable contender, I believe I will up and
move to a country far far away. I even have sons that live there, so I won't be a major decision that is flippant.
Thank God I haven't run into anyone who even thinks of Cruz running, but I do have some teabaggers in the family...that haven't figured out who he is yet. So who knows?

I simply love these people that are teabaggers, so we just don't discuss politics OR religion...lol

[CaliforniaPeggy]

3. Freedom? Those kids aren't free.

[valerief]

5. Hey, liberty doesn't come free. It's ten bucks a pop some mornings.

[Fred Sanders]

14. And a Reprimand point or two recorded in the Great Book of Liberty U ledgers for later use.

Do women have to " dress modestly" mean fines and reprimands of the Morality Police who lay charges?

Is there is court of Morality?

Is this Saudi Arabia or America?

[RoccoR5955]

35. Actually, it's Saudi Arabia IN America. n/t

[erronis]

8. Having lived within 100 miles of Lynchburg (DC)

That's still way too close. And yes/no, they aren't free. Many are subject to their parent's ideologies and many are truly just "that way".

Fortunately lots of them will rebel eventually, just like the convent-schooled, and will become good liberals.

[Fred Sanders]

4. Shhhhhhhhh....you are not allowed to rebroadcast that!

[libodem]

9. Even His Own Party Hates Him

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http://www.ringoffireradio.com/2015/03/poor-ted-cruz-his-own-party-hates-him/

[calimary]

20. OWWW! My eyes!!!

I don't know what's uglier - his face or his ideas.

[red dog 1]

21. His face, IMO.

[libodem]

38. His ideas

Are hate and fear driven so his inner core makes him manifest as a sneering winged gargoyle.

[Cha]

48. This one is for you, calimary.. lol

[ProfessorPlum]

58. Literally LOLing

thank you for the laugh!

[Cha]

66. You're Welcome.. I'm feelin' that guy's pain.

[libodem]

64. LOLOLOL

Hmmmm? Is that a subtle hint?

[Cha]

67. No, we need to show those pics exposing what he's done to our country but we

don't have to like it!

[red dog 1]

29. Thanks for that link

[libodem]

39. Most welcome

[Cha]

49. Mahalo for the link and the graphic, libodem. It's perfect! This needs to be reminded.. ad infinitum

[libodem]

60. Anytime friend

Hello. Waves

[Cha]

65. Mahalo, L

[I hate liars]

62. I'm not so sure...

Cruz's candidacy serves a very useful purpose for the GOP.

Without Cruz in the race, the right-wing policies promoted by GOP "moderates" like Bush, Walker, and Christie would land on the conservative end of the spectrum, compared to those proposed by Democrats (which are already conservative).

Cruz will move the Overton window much further to the right, so his less extreme colleagues appear to be centrists.

I believe the GOP understands this very well, and secretly supports the role Cruz is playing, here.

[libodem]

63. Correct

Useful TOOL. But obviously not the sharpest tool in the shed.

[tclambert]

10. "You are required to attend, because . . . liberty!"

[Botany]

11. Check out just how much "liberty" the students have there. No dancing, kissing, hugging, or blue je

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2012/05/11/1090946/-Liberty-University-s-The-Liberty-Way-exposed

No dancing, kissing, hugging, or blue jeans in class.

[heaven05]

12. only thing I know for a fact

southern baptist hate interacial dating.

[awoke_in_2003]

27. why don't baptists make love standing up?

People might think they are dancing

[heaven05]

43. yep, I laughed

and about true....

[Fred Sanders]

13. The Mullahs of Saudi would shed a tear of joy and brotherhood in solidarity.

Violations of the Code of Conduct are met with fines and a number of Reprimands leading to......burning in Hellfire.

"Liberty University has always attempted to maintain a conservative standard in its approach to the arts and entertainment. Current policy for movie viewing allows for attendance at theaters but prohibits viewing of movies rated "R", "NC-17" or "X". The penalty for viewing such movies is a reprimandable offense. It should be remembered that in no way is Liberty University endorsing the movie industry's rating system as appropriate or Christ-honoring. In addition, the Division of Student Affairs will continue teaching guidelines and principles to students related to all forms of entertainment. This would mean that many "PG-13" and some "PG" movies, although not prohibited by policy, may also be inappropriate.

Music
Philosophy, tastes and personal convictions concerning music vary greatly among our students. Liberty University endeavors to teach discernment in evaluating and selecting all music. It is Liberty's desire to maintain a music standard that is conducive to a healthy Christian atmosphere. Students should learn to choose music that honors the Savior and is in harmony with God's word. Music that is offensive (i.e., lewd lyrics, anti-Christian messages, etc.) to Liberty's Christian stand is not permitted."

[muntrv]

22. Is it OK to play Ted Nugent cds on Liberty U Campus?

[d_legendary1]

15. Sounds like some North Korea stuff there

What happens when he doesn't win the nomination? A day of mandatory mourning?

[MADem]

17. Ahhhh, "Forced Fun!!" Way to emphasize a culture of "Liberty!"

[Cha]

50. "Imagine" if you will a world without

enforced Ted Cruz speeches.



No problem, Rod!

[MADem]

51. Heh heh! nt

[bearssoapbox]

19. Rafael had to tie a pork chop around his neck

To get the dog to play with him.

[Plucketeer]

23. Ted Cruz - Rube Extrodinaire!

Wonder which adversary nations he can see from his porch?

[yuiyoshida]

25. MR. HANEY goes to Washington

[red dog 1]

30. From the photo on the right, it looks like Ted has eaten one too many rutabagas!

(Go Giants!)

[Major Hogwash]

55. OMG!! That's him!!! I knew I had seen him somewhere before!!

That is so freakin' funny!!
I can't believe you know about Mr. Haney!
That show is one of my favorites.

You just never knew what Mr. Haney had on his truck that he was going to try to sell to Mr. Douglas.

[yuiyoshida]

56. ReRuns on Nick at Nite...

well, for a while.

[freshwest]

57. That's it! They clone them. That's where they're coming from. Arrggh! n/t

[jtuck004]

26. Mandatory attendance. Like North Korea. Kim J. Cruz. n/t

[RoccoR5955]

32. More like Ted Jong Ill!

And I do mean mentally ill!

[samsingh]

28. doesn't sound like freedom

[RoccoR5955]

33. When it costs money, it's called Feedom.

We have to make sure that people know this, because the sound so alike.

[progressoid]

36. Well freedom ain't free!

I saw it on a bumper sticker the other day.

[RoccoR5955]

44. If it ain't free, than it ain't FREEdom... It's FEEdom!

That's what I was attempting to say!

[red dog 1]

31. K&R...Thanks for posting, EarlG

[RoccoR5955]

34. Rumor has it that they were monitoring the people applauding.

Those who did not clap loud enough, got demerits, and had to pay fines.

[Initech]

37. Jon Stewart nailed the hypocrisy yesterday.

"So let me clear this up for you: Liberty University mandated that all students attend a partisan political speech, by a small government conservative who promised to be mindful of privacy. Just ended his speech by saying that you should text a mysterious number all of your private information to be used for undisclosed purposes."

[WHEN CRABS ROAR]

40. "Give me liberty or give me.... never mind

[bobclark86]

41. Hate to be the devil's advocate, but...

If they didn't want to go to school there, and attend the meetings, the would have gone to something not started by Jerry Falwell.

Wonder what the penalization rate is for Liberty U students? My guess is rather low, and it's not tied to the punishment.

[SamKnause]

54. From the very limited

research that I have done on Liberty U, the majority are home schooled (religious indoctrination) and sent their by their parents.

[Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin]

42. Freedumb

After all we're talking about Ted Cruz

[Scrabbleddie]

45. We've become tonedeaf to wouldbe war-criminals.

This shameless fart-in-a-jar is actually being taken seriously in the MSM-- which should frighten us.
I predict 8 more years of war-- regardless.

[rpannier]

46. Were a lot of Rand Paul sweaters in the audience

[Cha]

47. It's the only way cruz could start.. such "Freedom".. you get fined $10 if you don't come to my

speech.. Cat has the responses.. Rofl





Cat Woman MOre.. http://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=view_post&forum=1002&pid=6410259

[lonestarnot]

52. What is it about pigliCONs and their love for captive audiences. And if students can't pay the

fines, do they water board too?

[Bartlet]

53. Huh, so the packed house

was staged...how very typically Republican of him.

[Enthusiast]

59. Imagine mandatory attendance to listen to a dunce like Cruz.

What kind of institute of higher learning would do such a thing? Oh, right.