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In reply to the discussion: I hate Christie, but I am not sure Christie knew anything about this..... [View all]Skittles
(153,193 posts)54. doesn't matter
the casual glee and indifference with which these folk performed this action speaks volumes regarding the kind of characters Christie trusts
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I hate Christie, but I am not sure Christie knew anything about this..... [View all]
Logical
Jan 2014
OP
Good idea, I'll catch it later on a repeat on the net. I'm really curious about what she
RKP5637
Jan 2014
#17
I agree with you, Christie is too smart to do this ... that said, I think he creates the
RKP5637
Jan 2014
#4
NOBODY is "smarter" than Governor Soprano: taking and obeying orders just isn't his style.
rocktivity
Jan 2014
#42
it sure seems like his "this was news to me" is going to fall apart pretty quickly
renate
Jan 2014
#73
Must disagree. Watch Rachel Maddow tonight. It suddenly all makes sense.
IllinoisBirdWatcher
Jan 2014
#15
No way -- He's the biggest control freak out of New Jersey since Jon Bon Jovi.
rocktivity
Jan 2014
#20
If this story had just surfaced it may be easier to believe he did not know
Bjorn Against
Jan 2014
#24
I listened to the whole press conference. I didn't hear him deflect a single question...
cherokeeprogressive
Jan 2014
#31
I agree. If he thought anyone might crack he would not have denied it like he did. n-t
Logical
Jan 2014
#34
He certainly painted himself into a corner, without hesitation or equivocation.
cherokeeprogressive
Jan 2014
#47
I hope he was lying. Because then he is 100% done!! But I don't think he was. n-t
Logical
Jan 2014
#66
Bully bosses..and micro managers know everything that is going on at every level...
HipChick
Jan 2014
#36
I agree except that Watergate did not have national security or emergency management
arthritisR_US
Jan 2014
#57
Back in the days of Watergate it was as huge a story as this one is and it
arthritisR_US
Jan 2014
#78
Wow, my Mum had me watching it for the very same reason! I originate from Wales but have
arthritisR_US
Jan 2014
#85
On the National, the first story was about the the flu worry here and the second story went
arthritisR_US
Jan 2014
#93
exactly - despite his disclaimer - he is a bully and no one would make such a move without direct
grantcart
Jan 2014
#50
exactly!! Who would think it's a good idea to expose yourself to that kind of risk...
tulsakatz
Jan 2014
#70
The BIG problem for Christie is how he HANDLED the situation. He NEVER investigated. He just blew it
RBInMaine
Jan 2014
#53
Wanna buy a bridge? I have three for sale; rock bottom price for cash on all three.
Zorra
Jan 2014
#68
Sen. Loretta Weinberg, NJ Senate Democratic leader: "There are so many holes in this story."
Hissyspit
Jan 2014
#80
objectively, as of this moment - I would have to say, "I don't know!" This could change with new
Douglas Carpenter
Jan 2014
#89
Disagree. Staff don't go off-reservation in such a big way -- such a major action which
El_Johns
Jan 2014
#90
If that is true, "incompetent" is a charitable description of his leadership skills. nt
IdaBriggs
Jan 2014
#113
Yes. Wildstein is seeking immunity, no way does that turd want to go to prison.
Ikonoklast
Jan 2014
#144
I hope you are right. But either he really didn't know so he is going to get off....
Logical
Jan 2014
#149
Not to mention we are supposed to believe he didn't get an accounting of emails sent to ....
Hassin Bin Sober
Jan 2014
#131
ok, let'sgo with "he didn't order it", for a minute. this story has been kicking around for months
dionysus
Jan 2014
#130
Nice to see you extend the benefit of doubt to a select few. Interesting.....
Tarheel_Dem
Jan 2014
#137
No prediction. Like I said, I find it "interesting" who you're willing to extend the....
Tarheel_Dem
Jan 2014
#150
i cannot fathom that you would fire your top aide and have no conversation regarding motive.
spanone
Jan 2014
#143
Bless your innocent heart! That being said, I think it's leading you astray here.
whathehell
Jan 2014
#151
Yes actually. I think he is an evil bully. But I don't think he knew about the bridge deal. n-t
Logical
Jan 2014
#162
I think Christie knew. I think Sokolich knew. Bookmark this post while you're at it.
randome
Jan 2014
#160
He is the governor, it was in his state, it was the busiest bridge in USA and he didn't know?
dem in texas
Jan 2014
#163