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HRC brings out the big gun - Anthony Weiner! (Original Post) Divernan Jan 2016 OP
I guess you campaign with the surrogates you have, not always the ones you want HereSince1628 Jan 2016 #1
HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA... OUT OF BREATH...HAAAAAAAAAA CorporatistNation Jan 2016 #21
Good one! daybranch Jan 2016 #48
I question Weiner's choice to display his junk. CharlotteVale Jan 2016 #2
Wiener is questioning someone else's choices? Now, that's what you call irony. merrily Jan 2016 #3
You state Thinkingabout Jan 2016 #4
One expects Huma has had some control over his news interviews. Divernan Jan 2016 #7
I guess some people are not entitled to an opinion any more. Thinkingabout Jan 2016 #14
He IS entitled to his opinion - absolutely. Divernan Jan 2016 #17
Sure he's entitled, just as I am entitled to wail with derisive laughter at the idea of Carlos Bluenorthwest Jan 2016 #33
I guess some people are not entitled to an opinion any more. AlbertCat Jan 2016 #52
Oh come on, we know Weiner leans to the right.... Motown_Johnny Jan 2016 #13
I question Tony's choice to run as a man in a towel. Bluenorthwest Jan 2016 #34
LOL!! Dong-dong, we have a wiener! klook Jan 2016 #37
Don't say "stroke". Not in this thread. n/t Motown_Johnny Jan 2016 #38
Maybe but I wouldn’t want to get into an argument with him about it dorkzilla Jan 2016 #60
. Motown_Johnny Jan 2016 #71
Of course Weiner's a big gun, we have seen pictures to prove it. n/t A Simple Game Jan 2016 #40
We're in the adult world. No fake innocence games permitted. DisgustipatedinCA Jan 2016 #65
I wonder how much his name factored into his life? My last name is Bishop and the roguevalley Jan 2016 #84
lol! Carlos Danger to the rescue!! nt m-lekktor Jan 2016 #5
Danger! aidbo Jan 2016 #51
Anthony Weiner is going to have VERY few people that still respect him after this. stillwaiting Jan 2016 #6
I highly doubt anyone had any respect for him after his mayoral bid dorkzilla Jan 2016 #66
This message was self-deleted by its author BigBearJohn Jan 2016 #8
Anthony's Weiner hasn't learned to zip it. demwing Jan 2016 #9
Was that a gun in his pocket? Or was he just glad to be there? (n/t) thesquanderer Jan 2016 #10
I guess he was thinking about Hillary. John Poet Jan 2016 #81
lol! The wheels are coming off their wagon. Who needs The Onion when you have Hillary's campaign? Green Forest Jan 2016 #11
i really wonder who is advising her questionseverything Jan 2016 #78
Joel Benenson is the campaign strategist who does PR for her top donors, JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs Green Forest Jan 2016 #80
Oh no, she just did a bunch of selfies with Jimmy Fallon yesterday. Motown_Johnny Jan 2016 #12
considering his wife is one of HRC's advisers, he BETTER endorse her ... Myrina Jan 2016 #15
If I was the Clinton campaign, I would ORDER HIM TO SHUT THE FUCK UP dorkzilla Jan 2016 #62
Keep your pants on, Carlos! R. Daneel Olivaw Jan 2016 #16
The reason establishment neoliberal Democrats leftupnorth Jan 2016 #18
It's not easy pretending to be a liberal Democrat when there is a real one plain view that people A Simple Game Jan 2016 #46
Exactly. And that's one main reason they hate Bernie so much n/t arcane1 Jan 2016 #83
Ugh...n/t KoKo Jan 2016 #19
BWAHAHAHA! Helen Borg Jan 2016 #20
Post removed Post removed Jan 2016 #22
That particular gob of mud slide of the wall a long time ago, please try to keep up. n/t A Simple Game Jan 2016 #47
Locked down WHAT demo? What a fucked up post. Anyone with a shred of dignity would delete it. cherokeeprogressive Jan 2016 #55
So you read an OP that says that HRC is locking down the perv demo and have a problem with my post? LexVegas Jan 2016 #57
Hey you wouldn't mind showing me where the OP says "perv demo" would you? I only see a video. cherokeeprogressive Jan 2016 #67
"Well that locks down the Iowa perv vote"...from the OP. nt LexVegas Jan 2016 #69
K. So what "gang rape thing" are you talking about and how did you get there from the OP? cherokeeprogressive Jan 2016 #70
"A woman... fantasizes being raped by 3 men simultaneously." -Bernie Sanders. nt LexVegas Jan 2016 #73
LOL cherokeeprogressive Jan 2016 #74
Yes, your post was disgusting filth implying something vulgar about a candidate directly. cui bono Jan 2016 #88
OMFG! kath Jan 2016 #23
I won't judge until I see his selfies. mmonk Jan 2016 #24
I never saw the photos. Are you sure it's a big gun? Doctor_J Jan 2016 #25
Only if you use the ZoomIn View on your toolbar. Divernan Jan 2016 #26
Huh-huh, you said "tool" bar, huh-huh-huh... (n/t) klook Jan 2016 #43
Maybe it looks bigger in pictures. John Poet Jan 2016 #82
Sigh. blackspade Jan 2016 #27
So lame. I'm embarrassed for her, being 100% honest. closeupready Jan 2016 #28
"Well that locks down the Iowa perv vote!" sarge43 Jan 2016 #29
Come on angrychair Jan 2016 #30
Mr. Selfie? SoapBox Jan 2016 #31
Hell, that locked down the d**k pic fan votes across the nation Autumn Jan 2016 #32
The correct term is Pastiche423 Jan 2016 #89
Who can look at him or hear his name and not remember? libdem4life Jan 2016 #35
The philandering husbands is probably a strong bond JimDandy Jan 2016 #49
That had been one of my thoughts. libdem4life Jan 2016 #50
polititians relying on their genitals ? olddots Jan 2016 #36
I've had bigger Fearless Jan 2016 #39
Well, if you gonna let your flag fly proudly, you gonna need a pole. n/t jtuck004 Jan 2016 #41
Love AW. NCTraveler Jan 2016 #42
I used to. Jackilope Jan 2016 #54
"and it has affected my respect for him. " NCTraveler Jan 2016 #56
"whips out the big gun" Beartracks Jan 2016 #44
You forgot to add hit title - Digraced Ex Congressman Anthony Weiner. Hassin Bin Sober Jan 2016 #45
His wife is Huma Abedin pengu Jan 2016 #53
You do know that we’re all aware of that fact, yes? dorkzilla Jan 2016 #59
Play nice with the newbie! Divernan Jan 2016 #61
I’m doing a public service dorkzilla Jan 2016 #63
LOL!!! Seriously? dorkzilla Jan 2016 #58
First he showed his dick. Now he's showing his ass. This endorsement is worth what? DisgustipatedinCA Jan 2016 #64
Breaking out the big weiner now, huh? Bernie should be scared. LittleBlue Jan 2016 #68
He's helping his wife pay the bills here DefenseLawyer Jan 2016 #72
LOL!... Segami Jan 2016 #75
you are so correct olddots Jan 2016 #77
I've been awaiting the crucial Carlos Danger endorsement Prism Jan 2016 #76
Those dang wangs. Autumn Jan 2016 #86
the Big What? Armstead Jan 2016 #79
Highway to the Danger zone Blue Owl Jan 2016 #85
She might find some danger in that. cui bono Jan 2016 #87
Since his wife is one of Hillary's top aides it's difficult to believe he would act as a hatchet man Bernblu Jan 2016 #90
Kicked and recommended! Enthusiast Jan 2016 #91
At last, we see the dividends from Weiner's appearance in SharkNado 3! Dr. Strange Jan 2016 #92

HereSince1628

(36,063 posts)
1. I guess you campaign with the surrogates you have, not always the ones you want
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 09:48 AM
Jan 2016

This one does seem to think his resume is an admirable package.

CorporatistNation

(2,546 posts)
21. HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA... OUT OF BREATH...HAAAAAAAAAA
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 10:41 AM
Jan 2016

A Message from Ye Ole Botwangola!!!!


Clinton Inc.
Has An Equal Opportunity "Endorser" Rule!!!

daybranch

(1,309 posts)
48. Good one!
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 12:18 PM
Jan 2016

But the democrats are the big tent party of inclusion. We take the pervs, whether they be just narcissists, so called liberals who are conservatives on economic policies, and anyone claiming to be for women and minorities. Heck us progressives are seen as the minority with views just too left of center to win an election. But Weiner for Hillary, I hope Trump does not translate that into a campaign slogan.

merrily

(45,251 posts)
3. Wiener is questioning someone else's choices? Now, that's what you call irony.
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 09:54 AM
Jan 2016

So, would Weiner have preferred that Sanders run third party, as did Nader?

Damned if you do, damned if you don't.

If any of these creeps were capable of being honest, they would admit that their real issue is that Sanders is running at all--especially since he's doing so much better than they expected.

If they can't take a joke....

Thinkingabout

(30,058 posts)
4. You state
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 09:55 AM
Jan 2016

"Hillary brings out the big gun Anthony Weiner", I listened to the video, did not hear anywhere in the part you included where Hillary brings out the big gun, is this your personal opinion? What I heard was Weiner questioning Sanders changing his position and is now running as a Democrat, in fact several times he questioned Sanders changing his position.

Divernan

(15,480 posts)
7. One expects Huma has had some control over his news interviews.
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 10:02 AM
Jan 2016

He's been on the down low for months, but NOW he's available for MSM interviews?

I know, I know, as a staunch supporter of HRC, you would be proud and honored to be seated next to Carlos Danger at a White House state dinner. If you're really fortunate, Rahm Emanuel will be on your other side.

Divernan

(15,480 posts)
17. He IS entitled to his opinion - absolutely.
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 10:26 AM
Jan 2016

It's a free country! First Amendment/freedom of speech. Just like he was free to advertise his junk on line. And I have freedom of speech to call him a pervert with self-control problems and to tell you I shudder to think of him at a State Dinner.

 

Bluenorthwest

(45,319 posts)
33. Sure he's entitled, just as I am entitled to wail with derisive laughter at the idea of Carlos
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 11:50 AM
Jan 2016

Danger questioning the 'choices' made by anyone who has not made the incredibly stupid sort of choices that caused him and his associates so much public embarrassment.

klook

(12,151 posts)
37. LOL!! Dong-dong, we have a wiener!
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 12:02 PM
Jan 2016

This thread is full of DUzy, but your response is a mastur stroke!

dorkzilla

(5,141 posts)
60. Maybe but I wouldn’t want to get into an argument with him about it
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 12:53 PM
Jan 2016

We all know he is a master debater.

...I’ll see myself out...

 

Motown_Johnny

(22,308 posts)
71. .
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 02:10 PM
Jan 2016

The pic is into a mirror, so what appears to be hanging to the left is actually hanging go the right.

You know, just to one side.of where the phone is.


roguevalley

(40,656 posts)
84. I wonder how much his name factored into his life? My last name is Bishop and the
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 05:57 PM
Jan 2016

spiritual and philosophical part of life is my genuine love and focus. (Unless you read some of my posts here. *cough* I never used to swear until 2000 when Chimp/Darth asshat stole the election and then all bets were off including my personal filters half the time)

I digress.

Weiner. How much? Discuss.

stillwaiting

(3,795 posts)
6. Anthony Weiner is going to have VERY few people that still respect him after this.
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 10:01 AM
Jan 2016

He had many progressives that still respected him politically despite his personal escapades. Now, he doesn't even have them.

I guess he's sucking up to monied interests and hoping it pays off for him. That's all he will have left at this point.

Well done Anthony Weiner.

dorkzilla

(5,141 posts)
66. I highly doubt anyone had any respect for him after his mayoral bid
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 01:05 PM
Jan 2016

Maybe that is just those of us in NY, but shit here is a little taste of the cringe-worthy charm offensive undertaken by the great weiner, the guy is a first class schmuck:



Response to Divernan (Original post)

 

demwing

(16,916 posts)
9. Anthony's Weiner hasn't learned to zip it.
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 10:10 AM
Jan 2016

But his wife is Hillary' sidekick, so it's expected. It also happens to be disappointing, but only Hillary can change that.

 

Green Forest

(232 posts)
11. lol! The wheels are coming off their wagon. Who needs The Onion when you have Hillary's campaign?
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 10:11 AM
Jan 2016

The Goldwater Girl who went to GOP conventions and sat on the board supporting union-busting Wal-Mart is questioning who's the better Democrat?

No doubt they want to be able to repeat that he's a socialist a million times over. Get ready for the negative ad barrage.

questionseverything

(9,645 posts)
78. i really wonder who is advising her
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 03:55 PM
Jan 2016

her advise for weiner should of been....stay quiet,stay out of sight

the repubs i know spend all their time lol about the ge,hoping it is hc so they can talk constantly about monica and carlos danger

bernie is our only chance for winning the general

 

Green Forest

(232 posts)
80. Joel Benenson is the campaign strategist who does PR for her top donors, JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 04:09 PM
Jan 2016

Sounds like the sort of chap who is really in touch with the Democratic base, eh?

 

Motown_Johnny

(22,308 posts)
12. Oh no, she just did a bunch of selfies with Jimmy Fallon yesterday.
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 10:12 AM
Jan 2016

She needs to not make a habit out of that.



Myrina

(12,296 posts)
15. considering his wife is one of HRC's advisers, he BETTER endorse her ...
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 10:22 AM
Jan 2016

.... otherwise, there goes the paycheck.

dorkzilla

(5,141 posts)
62. If I was the Clinton campaign, I would ORDER HIM TO SHUT THE FUCK UP
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 12:58 PM
Jan 2016

Why does he need to open his mouth at all? This will do nothing except remind voters that Bill and Anthony prowl around like cats while their wives backs are turned. If they think that is going to garner a sympathy vote or something from us women (I have no proof that this is the case, but I can’t think of any other reason to let Weiner talk to the media), they’re dead wrong.

 

R. Daneel Olivaw

(12,606 posts)
16. Keep your pants on, Carlos!
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 10:23 AM
Jan 2016

His wife is the Vice Chair of the HRC campaign.

Just before the 1 minute mark.

leftupnorth

(886 posts)
18. The reason establishment neoliberal Democrats
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 10:28 AM
Jan 2016

Don't like Bernie is due to the fact that he's a much better Democrat than they could ever dream of being.

IOW, he makes them look like the corporate neoliberal shills they are. No one likes to be shown up by the new kid.

Lol. This is why blind party loyalty is so harmful. I'm convinced that some partisans on both sides would vote for a bloodthirsty autocrat if they had the correct party designation.

A Simple Game

(9,214 posts)
46. It's not easy pretending to be a liberal Democrat when there is a real one plain view that people
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 12:14 PM
Jan 2016

can use for comparison.

Response to Divernan (Original post)

cui bono

(19,926 posts)
88. Yes, your post was disgusting filth implying something vulgar about a candidate directly.
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 09:17 PM
Jan 2016

The OP is about a candidate's choice of a surrogate known to have sexted selfies of his package to young women that were not his wife.

But you laugh about it. More proof that Hillary supporters complaining about Bernie supporters are simply projecting.

.

 

closeupready

(29,503 posts)
28. So lame. I'm embarrassed for her, being 100% honest.
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 11:13 AM
Jan 2016

And sad for her supporters. Because I think there are nuggets of goodness in her, and tons more in her supporters, so I'm sort of holding back.

 

libdem4life

(13,877 posts)
35. Who can look at him or hear his name and not remember?
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 11:59 AM
Jan 2016

At least there weren't selfies of Bill's, um, activities. You can't "unsee" Carlos Danger in his well-filled briefs.

Is it just coincidence that the top two females in the campaign have philandering husbands and have both felt intense, very public humiliation because of it?

Jackilope

(819 posts)
54. I used to.
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 12:37 PM
Jan 2016

I thought he was scrappy and was going to fight for Medicare For All back before his Tweet fiasco. It is ironic how there is a candidate fighting for us on Single Payer / Medicare expansion and he is questioning Sanders on being a Democrat.

He certainly has made questionable personal choices and it has affected my respect for him.

 

NCTraveler

(30,481 posts)
56. "and it has affected my respect for him. "
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 12:39 PM
Jan 2016

Fully understand. I was talking ideology. I wasn't very clear there. He clearly has some flaws.

I will still listen to him any day.

dorkzilla

(5,141 posts)
59. You do know that we’re all aware of that fact, yes?
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 12:47 PM
Jan 2016

You really needn’t point that out. This is a website full of political wonks who eat, sleep and breathe politics.

dorkzilla

(5,141 posts)
58. LOL!!! Seriously?
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 12:44 PM
Jan 2016

DickPix Dickhead gets drummed out of the corps because dickish behaviour coupled with dick pix...gets thumped in an attempt to win the mayorship of the great City of New York but she thinks “hey, I know, let’s get a disgraced lying piece of shit to campaign for me! WHAT A GREAT IDEA!!!! Huma don’t forget to have Anthony mention you work for me!"

HOW DARE ANTHONY WEINER QUESTION BERNIE’S ETHICS. He’s not “just like me”, Weiner. Bernie is what our party used to be before the Turd Way turned it on its head.

He’s explained why he’s running as a Democrat ad nauseum. He’s bringing young people into a shrinking party. So fuck yourself and your “our party” crap, you don’t represent “our party” an eighth as well as Bernie does.

 

DefenseLawyer

(11,101 posts)
72. He's helping his wife pay the bills here
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 02:11 PM
Jan 2016

It's a pretty stupid critique, and I'm not sure the wisdom of the campaign in letting him talk in public. But I think most people understand who he is and why he's talking and aren't going to pay him much attention.

 

Segami

(14,923 posts)
75. LOL!...
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 02:23 PM
Jan 2016

The Clinton Comedy Hour writes itself!.....You really can't make this sh*t up if you tried!




Kick for 'exposure'.....

 

olddots

(10,237 posts)
77. you are so correct
Fri Jan 15, 2016, 03:07 PM
Jan 2016

This is a comedy of errors and misjudgement that looks like a republican campaign more everyday

Bernblu

(441 posts)
90. Since his wife is one of Hillary's top aides it's difficult to believe he would act as a hatchet man
Sat Jan 16, 2016, 01:40 AM
Jan 2016

without the campaign's approval. It's interesting that with all the support they have within the party they couldn't get someone else to do this. Perhaps, the establishment pols are starting fear Bernie and his movement. Anyway, Weiner keeps on disgracing himself and I had high hopes for him once.

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