Card says Bush see's America as "10-yr-old child" in need of parent. .

[WillyJ]

"Daddy Dearest"???


From an article in last Thursdays Boston Globe. . .

Card says president sees America as a child needing a parent

By Sarah Schweitzer, Globe Staff | September 2, 2004

NEW YORK -- White House Chief of Staff Andrew Card said yesterday that President Bush views America as a ''10-year-old child" in need of the sort of protection provided by a parent.


Card's remark, criticized later by Democrat John F. Kerry's campaign as ''condescending," came in a speech to Republican delegates from Maine and Massachusetts that was threaded with references to Bush's role as protector of the country. Republicans have sounded that theme repeatedly at the GOP convention as they discuss the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and the war in Iraq.

''It struck me as I was speaking to people in Bangor, Maine, that this president sees America as we think about a 10-year-old child," Card said. ''I know as a parent I would sacrifice all for my children."

The comment underscored an argument put forth some by political pundits, such as MSNBC talk-show host Chris Matthews, that the Republican Party has cast itself as the ''daddy party. . ."

Full article. .



If Bush really sees us as 10-year-olds does that explain the phony terror alerts, Patriot Act, constant lies, and secrecy we get from his administration? Is this what "Compassionate Conservatism" is all about? I don't see anything "conserative about it. .


And isn't the standard criticism from the radical Right towards "liberals" that they don't trust the people and act like government is needed to solve all their problems?

Seems like it's the Bush people who really feel that way. . .

 

[peachgirl]

If Bush really sees us as 10-year-olds

I'm very surprised that Card would admit to this, but I've always thought that the "simple" talk that Bush uses is more of an indication of what he thought of the American level of intelligence rather than just plain speaking.

While I think his butchery of the English language is an indicator of his intelligence, his so called straight shooter style of speaking is an idicator of just how intelligent he thinks "we" are.

Apparently he's right for a significant number of people.

 

[CEDmom]

Actually it doesn't surprise me a bit that he sees Americans like this. What does surprise me is that he'd admit it, whether personally or through his staff, but then again no one claims he's a rocket scientist .

 

[padams]

Card says that Bush sees AMERICA as a 10 year old child, not AMERICANS. There is a difference. Card is referring to the country as whole, that the county needs protecting, that the country needs oversight. He's not talking about individuals.

 

[rcyannacci]

Originally posted by padams
Card says that Bush sees AMERICA as a 10 year old child, not AMERICANS. There is a difference. Card is referring to the country as whole, that the county needs protecting, that the country needs oversight. He's not talking about individuals.

I'm not sure that's any better, to tell you the truth. But I bet a lot of countries would agree with that assessment, that AMERICA is acting like a 10 year old child, without regard to the global consequences of its actions, engaging in a conflict without an effective and clear plan toward peace.

 

[shortbun]

I treat my 9yo with WAY MORE RESPECT than George W Bush
affords America. Have you noticed the parent/child relationship W has with his followers though? He commands, they obey.
That's why DH jokingly refers to him as King George II.
I think it's eerie that when he places his hands palm down,
everyone immediately quiets and sits. Now drink the koolaid.
My mother hated it that I was such a rebel, now she's finally
seen the light and today she told me she was voting for Kerry
although she feels herself a Libertarian. She says W isn't fiscally responsible so she might as well protect the earth, women's
rights and education. You GO Mom!

side note: I saw Andrew Card on CSPAN last week at a
Republican Youth meeting in conjuction with the convention.
He was bragging about how rigid W was and that it was a good
thing to be rigid. Weird guy, that Andrew Card!


Wait, maybe Card got confused and meant to say W sees himself as a 10 year old child in need of parenting. LOL! Now that strikes pretty close to the truth.

 

[CEDmom]

Originally posted by shortbun
side note: I saw Andrew Card on CSPAN last week at a
Republican Youth meeting in conjuction with the convention.
He was bragging about how rigid W was and that it was a good
thing to be rigid. Weird guy, that Andrew Card!

I sure that went over big among young republicans . That's what all 18-21 year olds want, another daddy. BTW, You're mom sounds like a very smart lady.

 

[peachgirl]

Card says that Bush sees AMERICA as a 10 year old child,

Nice spin on a really stupid comment.

 

[rcyannacci]

Originally posted by peachgirl
Nice spin on a really stupid comment.

Nevermind my previous post. This is much more accurate and succinct. And funny Thanks peachgirl!

 

[JoeThaNo1Stunna]

Originally posted by WillyJ
"Daddy Dearest"???

If Bush really sees us as 10-year-olds does that explain the phony terror alerts, Patriot Act, constant lies, and secrecy we get from his administration?

The Patriot Act supported by and voted YES by John Kerry?

That he later bashed!

 

[charlie,nj]

I want my "daddy" in office..until I am 14 years old.

 

[LScot]

Willy, this is a big twist on Card's words. There is a huge difference in saying "America" and "Americans". I am sorry to see that you took this statement and twisted it like this. I know you dislike President Bush. I don't know what GWB would think of Card's analogy but I believe that GWB does love this country a lot and I suppose it isn't too far off to make such an analogy.

LOL CharlieNJ.

 

[Missy1961]

I have a father, thank you very much. And he treats me--and has always treated me--with respect for my intelligence.

 

[WillyJ]

Fair enough Brenda- I didn't purposefully mis-state the title but it was my mistake and I went back and edited it.


I don't think it changes the meaning at all though . . what is "America" if not "Amercians"? And if Bush had any problems with what Card said all he has to do is say so- which he hasn't.

And trust me, I don't need to twist Bush's words to show why I dislike him or why he and his administration are a danger to our country.. .

The PNAC, Neo-Cons, Bush, and Iraq

 

[richiebaseball]

That does it. I'm not voting for Andrew Card.

Richard

 

[LScot]

Willy, that's why I like you so much. You're fair. We disagree and I still love ya!

I don't read it as saying Americans are like children. I read like he loves his country, America, like one would love a child.

If Bush hears it like I do, I doubt he'll say anything because I believe with all my heart that our President loves this country.

I realize we disagree and that you think he is a danger to our country. I won't argue politics with you because I am not "armed" to do so. But I'll meet up with you and see WDW together someday! Thanks for the editing. Sending hugs whether you want them or not.

 

[WillyJ]

Thank you Brenda. .

We can agree to disagree, and I'll take a hug from you anytime!!