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36. In answer, Good Sir, I will quote a long-time DU'er who has researched this matter like no other.

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I'm sorry, but I'm so tired of Harry Reid [View all] Pizz Aug 2012 OP

Yawn. nt onehandle Aug 2012 #1

skooch over...<<<<YAWN>>>>> nt LaydeeBug Aug 2012 #155

lol. Marr Aug 2012 #2

Totally wrong on all counts madokie Aug 2012 #3

Is everyone over 60 on this site? Pizz Aug 2012 #30

I'm 61 and I've been a DU member since 2001 DainBramaged Aug 2012 #47

Excellent point, Sir. whathehell Aug 2012 #180

Wow Pizz. Chorophyll Aug 2012 #74

Post removed Post removed Aug 2012 #96

We have had a few 'concern troll' swarms here. yewberry Aug 2012 #116

Don't come on here and immediately start insulting DUers, kestrel91316 Aug 2012 #124

what do you hate most about republicans? arely staircase Aug 2012 #143

Ready? Pizz Aug 2012 #185

You're making quite a splash. UnrepentantLiberal Aug 2012 #183

I am. I do not lie. Pizz Aug 2012 #186

I have to agree 2pooped2pop Aug 2012 #196

Interesting discussion karynnj Aug 2012 #219

well..... 2pooped2pop Aug 2012 #223

You are new and one of your first posts... NCTraveler Aug 2012 #206

I'm 31 Terra Alta Aug 2012 #125

No, but a lot of people here are Warpy Aug 2012 #129

Ageism or Career Politicians? DontTreadOnMe Aug 2012 #168

I can see where one could dovetail nicely with the other. whathehell Aug 2012 #179

awesome du handle. is it a prediction arely staircase Aug 2012 #139

Hardly. Chan790 Aug 2012 #165

I'm 31, and wondering why you suddenly objected to Reid when he grew a backbone. LeftyMom Aug 2012 #171

65, but far from being a geezer. n/t Blue_In_AK Aug 2012 #187

Oops - DU hiccup Blue_In_AK Aug 2012 #188

How is that information germane to this discussion? n/t sarge43 Aug 2012 #203

Ageism is so condescending. greatauntoftriplets Aug 2012 #208

I am - and I totally disagree on Harry Reid karynnj Aug 2012 #218

Well i confess I am over 60 zeemike Aug 2012 #68

Well said. tblue Aug 2012 #127

How many Presidents took office at around 50 years old.. OR YOUNGER? DontTreadOnMe Aug 2012 #170

Did you mean to address me? zeemike Aug 2012 #201

Silly premis on your part Sheepshank Aug 2012 #216

re: "Obama counts on Reid to know HOW to manipulate the entire Senate" DontTreadOnMe Aug 2012 #225

you have no clue KurtNYC Aug 2012 #4

yawn2 veganlush Aug 2012 #5

Perhaps Eminem can be interested in the position cthulu2016 Aug 2012 #6

your concern is noted. notadmblnd Aug 2012 #7

Now you're making me tired. MineralMan Aug 2012 #8

Then go take a nap! Pizz Aug 2012 #32

Sure. What does that matter to you? MineralMan Aug 2012 #42

How old are you? FarPoint Aug 2012 #60

This is almost worthy of an alert. Chorophyll Aug 2012 #75

I am inclined to agree Sherman A1 Aug 2012 #81

It was left 3-3. Ruby the Liberal Aug 2012 #132

you know you come across as an idiot. Yes I'm younger than 50 and so are many others WI_DEM Aug 2012 #158

I think Reid is doing a terrific job. He is taking it quietly to the republicans. He has backed southernyankeebelle Aug 2012 #9

Unrec panader0 Aug 2012 #10

HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA WilliamPitt Aug 2012 #11

Here, Will, you forgot one. HA! Arkansas Granny Aug 2012 #61

Harry Reid is OK. n/t RKP5637 Aug 2012 #12

bwhahahahahahahaaa.. you so funny. spanone Aug 2012 #13

cool RandiFan1290 Aug 2012 #14

Hey KKKarl, is that you? Raster Aug 2012 #15

Joke's on you buddy nadinbrzezinski Aug 2012 #16

Yawn 3 & 4 newfie11 Aug 2012 #17

I'm loving it..... keep fighting Harry Reid... nenagh Aug 2012 #18

Your concern is duly noted Lucy Goosey Aug 2012 #19

Hey Jon is that you? part man all 86 Aug 2012 #20

ageism firehorse Aug 2012 #21

Representing your fear? Iggo Aug 2012 #22

Wanted the red bus, they must've gotten on the blue bus by mistake ... n/t RKP5637 Aug 2012 #34

Yea, Fear of the 1% Pizz Aug 2012 #99

What are you talking about? Walk away Aug 2012 #107

Nah, it's right in line. Iggo Aug 2012 #141

I haven't always been a fan of Harry Reid aint_no_life_nowhere Aug 2012 #23

all I have to say is.... riverwalker Aug 2012 #24

. ProSense Aug 2012 #28

why does it take so long for obvious trolls to be banned JI7 Aug 2012 #25

There you go again! Pizz Aug 2012 #38

not really sneaky... DemocratsForProgress Aug 2012 #51

Maybe I'm Naive, Pizz Aug 2012 #100

true dat! DemocratsForProgress Aug 2012 #181

Nice Reagan Quote! MineralMan Aug 2012 #85

Well you are insulting a lot of people with your ageist comments. Cobalt Violet Aug 2012 #205

Hey Harry, you old frogmarch Aug 2012 #26

... CatWoman Aug 2012 #27

I'm Sorry You're So Tired... Take A Nap, And Get Back To Us When You Feel Better WillyT Aug 2012 #29

Romney will be on his knees begging when Dirty Harry gets done. TheCowsCameHome Aug 2012 #31

Looks like you Pizz-ed yourself. Ineeda Aug 2012 #33

Lol whathehell Aug 2012 #182

Harry is kickin' ass and leaving Romney tongue tied and confused. Drunken Irishman Aug 2012 #35

In answer, Good Sir, I will quote a long-time DU'er who has researched this matter like no other. Ikonoklast Aug 2012 #36

Nice finish! Iggo Aug 2012 #146

Yeah, we need our own "Young Guns", just like the Republicans! alstephenson Aug 2012 #37

No........ Pizz Aug 2012 #43

Then these 'young guns' need to get involved. unapatriciated Aug 2012 #91

Kind Of Like Him, Sir: This Is The Best Thing He Has Done In Years The Magistrate Aug 2012 #39

I don't like Harry, but I wouldn't cross him... joeybee12 Aug 2012 #40

I'm sorry, but what 'lying thing' are you referring to? yewberry Aug 2012 #41

Romney lying about his taxes, which I feel is true. However, Pizz Aug 2012 #90

We're sure you know well what's been mentioned here before. Lone_Star_Dem Aug 2012 #101

+++++ Champion Jack Aug 2012 #204

I don't really see the downside. yewberry Aug 2012 #106

I think he may be hiding a felony or two in there 2pooped2pop Aug 2012 #195

Whatever n/t malaise Aug 2012 #44

Not happy? Why don't you run for office yourself? Do you even help with campaigns? RBInMaine Aug 2012 #45

you picked the wrong time to pizz on Reid Whisp Aug 2012 #46

I thought I was preaching to the Choir here. Pizz Aug 2012 #57

have a nice stay. I put a mint on your pillow. Whisp Aug 2012 #76

Preaching to the choir? brush Aug 2012 #104

Meh. Score 1.673. Unoriginal, poor form and weak verbiage. Lone_Star_Dem Aug 2012 #48

Excellent analysis! tallahasseedem Aug 2012 #82

Thank you for your concern. Enjoy your stay. kestrel91316 Aug 2012 #49

Hmmmmm Horse with no Name Aug 2012 #50

Seriously? blaze Aug 2012 #52

Nice try! I'm so not sick of him I'd give him a massage, flowers flamingdem Aug 2012 #53

Hey BumRushDaShow Aug 2012 #54

I think he's a weak Senate Majority Leader, but the Romney stuff is good DJ13 Aug 2012 #55

Oh, Bullpucky... handmade34 Aug 2012 #56

The Messenger with the message is the ticket! Pizz Aug 2012 #62

Thank you for your concern. nt Ruby the Liberal Aug 2012 #58

Thank you for your concern. I'm tired of Lovin' Guns threads. nt valerief Aug 2012 #59

Your concern is noted. Pisces Aug 2012 #63

pizz off! yortsed snacilbuper Aug 2012 #64

Almost a DUZY! I may nominate it - n/t coalition_unwilling Aug 2012 #190

Thank you for your deep and thoughtful insight ornotna Aug 2012 #65

Back in the day..... DainBramaged Aug 2012 #66

He;s not so fond of you either NoPasaran Aug 2012 #67

In terms of the Occupation Movement..... JohnnyLib2 Aug 2012 #69

I know many people are tired of Reid. Incitatus Aug 2012 #70

Much as I don't want to kick this thread... Chorophyll Aug 2012 #71

What Harry is doing is perfect. liberal N proud Aug 2012 #72

Dirty Harry says ErikJ Aug 2012 #73

I'll bite since nobody else will. DevonRex Aug 2012 #77

+1 Historic NY Aug 2012 #131

Actually, you're just sorry. HERVEPA Aug 2012 #78

BIG fail now Pizz Off, you've exposed yourself. nt Raine Aug 2012 #79

hey Mitt Enrique Aug 2012 #80

Also lordsummerisle Aug 2012 #83

My, aren't we clever. drm604 Aug 2012 #84

I know everyone here looks at your post count and wonders. Laura PourMeADrink Aug 2012 #86

Wow, did Romney really do that with his kids and bathroom privileges? aint_no_life_nowhere Aug 2012 #94

YES. Vanity Fair (February 2012) and it was his sons who were interviewed Laura PourMeADrink Aug 2012 #114

Let's all step back in time and review Harry Reid's track record... DontTreadOnMe Aug 2012 #133

God, I never expected this response! Pizz Aug 2012 #98

No worries. Harry's a big boy. How would that unfold, anyway? Say they Laura PourMeADrink Aug 2012 #117

what do you mean 2pooped2pop Aug 2012 #217

Your "concern" is noted. Odin2005 Aug 2012 #87

Don't know much about politics, do you? Canuckistanian Aug 2012 #88

Oh, Boy! I'm hoping you're right. Pizz Aug 2012 #103

That is funny, cuz I was just getting to like Dirty Harry R. 99th_Monkey Aug 2012 #89

Reid is the man! StrictlyRockers Aug 2012 #92

If you are tired try taking a nap NNN0LHI Aug 2012 #93

If you're tired take a nap Matariki Aug 2012 #95

He has more sense in his little finger than . . . brush Aug 2012 #97

Thank you for your concern. aquart Aug 2012 #102

Zzzzzzzzzz. nt nc4bo Aug 2012 #105

Then you, my friend, are in the wrong place. mfcorey1 Aug 2012 #108

Well then take your binky and take a nap. cr8tvlde Aug 2012 #109

Wait, you don't like him because he's old? Wow. IndyJones Aug 2012 #110

Nobody does "sly old fox" and "political manipulation" like the old codgers Sheepshank Aug 2012 #111

re: "Young 'uns would get chewed up and spat out by the veterans on the Hill." DontTreadOnMe Aug 2012 #118

The OP keeps insulting older folks. Read the entire thread. kestrel91316 Aug 2012 #126

The average age of the Democratic leadership is 70 DontTreadOnMe Aug 2012 #148

Thank you for revealing your willingness to support the troll kestrel91316 Aug 2012 #163

lol.. I am a Progressive, sorry you missed that! Are Progressives now trolls on DU? DontTreadOnMe Aug 2012 #164

They sally forth from the Gungeon to support their fellow travelers in bashing Democrats. Ikonoklast Aug 2012 #169

I'm well over 50 and didn't take the OP in the same manner so many did. Sheepshank Aug 2012 #214

So go and fawn over Sister Sarah ... she looks like a auto repair pinup that would appeal to you... cr8tvlde Aug 2012 #112

Hey...Eric Cantor is a young, hip, exciting guy! DisgustipatedinCA Aug 2012 #113

I agree with Pizz DontTreadOnMe Aug 2012 #115

Hey, we'll take "Give em Hell Harry" whenever we can get it! Any questions? ErikJ Aug 2012 #119

you are right....we put him down a lot....but in this case, he's golden. I have often Laura PourMeADrink Aug 2012 #121

What's wrong with Pelosi? whathehell Aug 2012 #184

'We' have them because they are chosen by their peers for those leadership jobs. MADem Aug 2012 #194

Read this Laura PourMeADrink Aug 2012 #123

Trashing this thread. Harry is standing up!! Liberal_Stalwart71 Aug 2012 #120

Pizzzzz AtomicKitten Aug 2012 #122

Don't knock Harry - mercymechap Aug 2012 #128

Pizz, Pizz, Pizz... You'll Get The Hang Of It... WillyT Aug 2012 #130

There are some seriously F'ed up cliques on DU. Phlem Aug 2012 #134

I have to disagree with you. I wish he found this backbone a long time ago. Justice wanted Aug 2012 #135

Exactly the point Phlem Aug 2012 #138

agree.. people forget the Harry Reid of the last decade... DontTreadOnMe Aug 2012 #140

In some ways I agree that Reid has lacked leadership in some areas HeiressofBickworth Aug 2012 #136

I agree with you goclark Aug 2012 #199

Every word, every breath, the Rmoney campaign & his surrogates... Historic NY Aug 2012 #137

Looks like they are taking care of you here. lonestarnot Aug 2012 #142

If it were not true romney would have released his tax returns still_one Aug 2012 #144

i'm sorry you're sorry ibegurpard Aug 2012 #145

You are a funny guy. 99Forever Aug 2012 #147

Nice Try (again) Pizz off!!! winstars Aug 2012 #149

Your claim that Harry Reid is deliberately lying is offensive bullshit and an insult to everyone who Rowdyboy Aug 2012 #150

I "second" that notion cheezmaka Aug 2012 #160

I say Aye. calimary Aug 2012 #172

The OP DIDN'T SAY Harry Reid is deliberately lying! DontTreadOnMe Aug 2012 #166

Well I don't consider Harry Reid a WEAK LEADER! Your opinion is just that-your opinion... Rowdyboy Aug 2012 #174

so you agree with me and have "many differences" AND YOUR respect for the Dem caucus has declined.. DontTreadOnMe Aug 2012 #175

No I don't agree with you...IF Harry Reid runs for senate again and IF he is elected Rowdyboy Aug 2012 #213

Oh, bare it all. Tell us what a witch Nancy Pelosi is too, while you're at it. Jackpine Radical Aug 2012 #151

oh deer! H2O Man Aug 2012 #152

oh yes! unapatriciated Aug 2012 #193

Speaking of bull pucky, something smells a bit over ripe bluerum Aug 2012 #153

I am hopeful mzmolly Aug 2012 #154

I'm sorry you are so tired... kentuck Aug 2012 #156

'lying thing'??? how do you know he's lying? WI_DEM Aug 2012 #157

Go Harry Go! cheezmaka Aug 2012 #159

Translation: "Leave poor little Romney alone1!11" emulatorloo Aug 2012 #161

How can you say, "he looks like my grandfather sitting on the front porch yelling ..."? AnotherMcIntosh Aug 2012 #162

You know who else is tired of Harry Reid? Kalidurga Aug 2012 #167

We could take a clue from the GOP and get ourselves a turtle for a leader. Quantess Aug 2012 #173

Harry Reid is a seasoned politician YOHABLO Aug 2012 #176

This message was self-deleted by its author darkangel218 Aug 2012 #177

Harry's long history is why he's being taken so seriously. pnwmom Aug 2012 #178

Wow. Harry Reid has almost single-handedly emasculated coalition_unwilling Aug 2012 #189

HARRY REID IS MORMON Betty Jo Aug 2012 #191

And you're NOT sick of Romney??? canEHdian Aug 2012 #192

Tell you what ... Ganja Ninja Aug 2012 #197

thanks for your concern.... enjoy your stay.... yada yada scheming daemons Aug 2012 #198

Did you sign up to DU just to trash Democrats? lunatica Aug 2012 #200

I live for the day that a Dem represenative or Senator can say Baitball Blogger Aug 2012 #202

obvious troll is obvious scheming daemons Aug 2012 #207

I am amazed this thread is still here. In my case Grandpa was correct. gordianot Aug 2012 #209

Thank you for your concern gollygee Aug 2012 #210

Welcome to DU slackmaster Aug 2012 #211

Plenty of reasons to criticize Harry Reid but being old is not one or them, imo. yellowcanine Aug 2012 #212

You're Late, Junior. Paladin Aug 2012 #215

Now that he's had posting priviliges revoked, perhaps poor Pizz can get some much needed rest.... Rowdyboy Aug 2012 #220

LOL maddezmom Aug 2012 #221

Piss on Pizz WI_DEM Aug 2012 #222

Apparently MIRT did just that.... Rowdyboy Aug 2012 #224