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In reply to the discussion: How did a group dedicated to discussion regarding a Democratic POTUS, on an ostensibly ... [View all]Rex
(65,616 posts)210. Didn't mean to hurt your feelings.
By pointing out simple facts. Carry on.
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How did a group dedicated to discussion regarding a Democratic POTUS, on an ostensibly ... [View all]
11 Bravo
Sep 2013
OP
"unremitting hostility to people elected to office as Democrats..." Sadly, no. You are wrong.
R. Daneel Olivaw
Sep 2013
#10
'Holding Feet To The Fire', Sir, Is Not Dousing Them In Gasoline And Striking A Match
The Magistrate
Sep 2013
#21
Strangely enough, I have not seen any DUer burning the POTUS in effigy not have I practiced that.
R. Daneel Olivaw
Sep 2013
#127
I am very happy to point out your factually incorrect assumptions, when appropriate,
R. Daneel Olivaw
Sep 2013
#148
It's even better when you pretend to ignore it but then bring it to attention.
R. Daneel Olivaw
Sep 2013
#197
Sorry--I won't be derailed, either. You don't get to play the "Look over here" game.
MADem
Sep 2013
#212
If you don't want to be talked about, then don't insert yourself into the drama.
MADem
Sep 2013
#468
Anyone who types this dreck "The critics job is the hard path...the strait path" should know
Number23
Sep 2013
#244
That was a hugely enjoyable film--I liked it way more than I expected I would!!! nt
MADem
Sep 2013
#246
Explain how the three posted below are worthy of respect...for starters.
R. Daneel Olivaw
Sep 2013
#158
I am going to offer an olive branch and explain my reasoning as well.
R. Daneel Olivaw
Sep 2013
#195
And this is why you RUN this joint. Yeah, the admins set it up but you own it.
Number23
Sep 2013
#241
You Are Going To Pretend, Sir, You Know My Comments And Views Better Than I Do?
The Magistrate
Sep 2013
#374
I believe it's small because if you don't agree with EVERYTHING Obama says and does...
CaliforniaPeggy
Sep 2013
#4
Well, that's not accurate, either. Unless you have a very fluid view of the word "half." nt
MADem
Sep 2013
#354
Of course they are not election results, the banned list being a list of Obama voters
Bluenorthwest
Sep 2013
#470
I used the word "if" for a reason. My point was that there's a huge difference in those numbers.
MADem
Sep 2013
#471
You need to know how much I appreciated your support, esp when I was ill...
CaliforniaPeggy
Sep 2013
#114
That's laughable. You're trying to pretend that 'this is in BOG' justifies any random ban?
muriel_volestrangler
Sep 2013
#466
You say "a group that upholds Democratic ideals". An important Democratic ideal, as reflected
AnotherMcIntosh
Sep 2013
#310
Interesting. That rather puts your recent "kind" words to me in a different light.
DevonRex
Sep 2013
#403
Yep. And that fact speaks volumes no matter how some may try to rationalize it.
Mojorabbit
Sep 2013
#234
It's got over three times the membership of the Elizabeth Warren group....but it's not a contest. nt
MADem
Sep 2013
#67
That is not true. And there is no "problem" -- except for disruptors who are thwarted.
MADem
Sep 2013
#339
Nice attempt at distraction. Clumsy, desperate, and obvious, but done with verve!
MADem
Sep 2013
#348
Exactly--it's one place that folks can click on where they won't be getting a fistful of shit
MADem
Sep 2013
#176
Holy shit, the Joe Lieberman group must reduce you to a paroxysm of frothing rage!
11 Bravo
Sep 2013
#17
why not, there is one for other Democrats , is it surprising there wouldbe one for the Dem President
JI7
Sep 2013
#32
Why do Elizabeth Warren, John Kerry, and Hillary Clinton supporters "need" a special group
MADem
Sep 2013
#91
I see groups as more than just a way to discuss a person or issue without outside interference.
Revanchist
Sep 2013
#201
It's an acronym, as is 'POTUS'. Are you actually demanding more respect for the BOG
Bluenorthwest
Sep 2013
#12
How would you know what his point is? They call themselves the BOG. So if to call them
Bluenorthwest
Sep 2013
#28
Thanks for explaining acronyms in general and POTUS specifically. I had no idea.
11 Bravo
Sep 2013
#24
I can simply say you are using it as an epithet, that's all you are doing, making an unsupported
Bluenorthwest
Sep 2013
#37
I'm saying you have not defined, supported or made clear what your contention is.
Bluenorthwest
Sep 2013
#68
I'm sure it is occasionally, but any word can be spoken with contempt, even one's own
Bluenorthwest
Sep 2013
#97
I came back to see if you responded to my post after all of your invective, if you would
Bluenorthwest
Sep 2013
#311
If you want to be technical and go back to the origins of the term, I think it's Irish.
MADem
Sep 2013
#183
When we start seeing lovingly posted swimsuit pics of Snowden, Assange or Warren get back to me n/t
Fumesucker
Sep 2013
#477
OP, I really really want to hear why you think 'POTUS' is ok but 'BOG' is not.
Bluenorthwest
Sep 2013
#20
Uh...you don't make fun of someone by calling them a POTUS. You can by calling them a BOGer
NoOneMan
Sep 2013
#31
That does not even make sense. Any word can be spoken with intent to convey contempt
Bluenorthwest
Sep 2013
#40
I never said the things you are ascibing to me, and that is unacceptable bullshit.
Bluenorthwest
Sep 2013
#74
So you feel people need to express more devotion and respect when saying BOG?
Bluenorthwest
Sep 2013
#49
it makes certain people feel good about themselves, like how they brag about how many recs
JI7
Sep 2013
#30
You state/accept a false premise in framing your query. While the BOG might have begun
Egalitarian Thug
Sep 2013
#36
As the orthodox type God G*d we must also type B*G to convey respect for our centrist
Bluenorthwest
Sep 2013
#59
This is an amazing post! My sentiments exactly stated! Outstanding post!!
Liberal_Stalwart71
Sep 2013
#132
For some reason, people act like there's no difference between someone who is
Liberal_Stalwart71
Sep 2013
#274
I thought the HOF group was a sub-set of the Sports Group (Hall of Fame)!
madinmaryland
Sep 2013
#60
No, they're mad because ~Obama~ didn't go to war with Syria as they all predicted he would.
tridim
Sep 2013
#282
124 bans of people insistent on planting their flag where it was not welcome.
Bolo Boffin
Sep 2013
#226
Thanks Bolo for explaining the situation. 124 Blocks of disruptors intruding into a GROUP
Cha
Sep 2013
#266
Not true. Some were banned for stuff that had nothing to do with the President.
Democracyinkind
Sep 2013
#269
I got banned and did not even know I'd been in that group, I avoid that group because
Bluenorthwest
Sep 2013
#469
So your inability to recognize what and where you are posting is our fault?
Bolo Boffin
Sep 2013
#474
Because the hatred and disdain for this president is nothing like we've ever seen before...
Liberal_Stalwart71
Sep 2013
#73
I sure did. But again, I've seen NOTHING like the hatred of THIS president. Nothing like it.
Liberal_Stalwart71
Sep 2013
#120
My dear, you went on Free Republic. You should expect that from Free Republic. You should not
Liberal_Stalwart71
Sep 2013
#137
I disagree with Obama on quite a few things. That's fine. But I see quite a bit of pure HATRED here
Liberal_Stalwart71
Sep 2013
#142
Well, we just see things differently then. I disagree with you wholeheartedly.
Liberal_Stalwart71
Sep 2013
#291
And I just ask that when you confront it that you won't turn a blind eye to it.
Liberal_Stalwart71
Sep 2013
#336
We have more in common than you think. I am the daughter of a black gay
Liberal_Stalwart71
Sep 2013
#359
I can and will happen, we just have to remain diligent. Look, I never thought
Liberal_Stalwart71
Sep 2013
#367
In a country of 300 million, 100 compulsive flamebots have found their way to this forum
Kolesar
Sep 2013
#82
In an age of acronyms, this self-named group chose BOG. They are free to change it.
Divernan
Sep 2013
#100
BOG is a very touchy bunch, they love to "BAN" people from their insularity, like me.
99th_Monkey
Sep 2013
#104
I can't stay I understand it, either. If you hate Obama, fine. Why pick on the BOG? Just don't go
Liberal_Stalwart71
Sep 2013
#135
Again, why do people who don't like to post on BOG because of the nature of that group
Liberal_Stalwart71
Sep 2013
#147
Every new post on this web site shows up in Latest Threads. The admins have made the
Number23
Sep 2013
#255
Even if what you say is true (and I'm not sure if it is) it doesn't negate the fact that
Number23
Sep 2013
#386
Well, you have been repeatedly shown that you are wrong. I guess only time will tell
Number23
Sep 2013
#457
Grasswire, Here is the motherfucking heading at the top of the Greatest Page:
DevonRex
Sep 2013
#417
It's only *some* of the President's supporters who behave like trolls
muriel_volestrangler
Sep 2013
#308
Out of the many disgraceful comments on both sides of this fight, yours is one of the worst.
Bolo Boffin
Sep 2013
#277
It's the truth. How can you be against stupid wars and support all this aggression?
dkf
Sep 2013
#325
I do question how you can think you have a moral core and be only supportive of Obama throughout his
dkf
Sep 2013
#434
So now you're afraid to answer. Learn from Rex above. don't weasel around it.
DevonRex
Sep 2013
#438
Oh my gosh...please don't think anyone is mad at you or hates you or anything like that.
dkf
Sep 2013
#450
you had a 200+ post in meta detailing a thousand ways you were a right winger and you have the
dionysus
Sep 2013
#475
No. that group is there for a specific purpose that anyone can choose to ignore
Pretzel_Warrior
Sep 2013
#360
how did those who voted for this President twice but don't always agree with with him 100%
magical thyme
Sep 2013
#369