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Rozlee

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55. Boy, do I remember that.

Wed Jul 18, 2012, 09:46 PM

Jul 2012

I used to think Reagan's own mother wouldn't vote for him if they could resurrect her. The guy was nothing but hoopla and inspirational sayings dressed up to make Americans feel better about swallowing his toxic policies.

We still haven't really brought out the big guns against Romney: the Ryan Plan and Romney's huge tax giveaway to the rich. He'll be adding over 5 trillion to the deficit and making draconian cuts in Medicare and other social programs.

But, I agree with you. The Republicans are reeling right now. They're used to being the ones who fight dirty, and getting their asses handed to them is something that's new to them. But, they'll get on their feet again some day and start hitting back. 6 million voters stand to be disenfranchised by these new voter ID laws. Republicans could win if we lose some of those votes in swing states.

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when the barrage of ads comes out this fall, the idea that the GOP is "tanking" this election... [View all] scheming daemons Jul 2012 OP

absolutely right. cali Jul 2012 #1

AMEN DearAbby Jul 2012 #2

The GOP always plays to win. CrispyQ Jul 2012 #3

Permit me to deconstruct that "not thrilled about" business-- Jackpine Radical Jul 2012 #43

The aphorism of 'throwing good money after bad' comes to mind, as does coalition_unwilling Jul 2012 #58

The Robber Barons are demanding he hand over more tax returns flamingdem Jul 2012 #63

Yes, I worry about this too. The rich and powerful are giving mega bucks to win, not place or show. Laurian Jul 2012 #4

They may dump a billion on Senate races so they can hinder Obama flamingdem Jul 2012 #64

+1 onenote Jul 2012 #5

So very true... ljm2002 Jul 2012 #6

"ownership of the media" CrispyQ Jul 2012 #9

They ARE going to tank but we can't let up the pressure. randome Jul 2012 #7

I believe the goal has to be for Obama to win by more than he did the last time. Spitfire of ATJ Jul 2012 #10

Yes! We need the House! randome Jul 2012 #30

Actually, if Republicans hold the House they'll spend the second term in Impeachment mode Spitfire of ATJ Jul 2012 #48

GOTV. K&R. FSogol Jul 2012 #8

psychology matters daybranch Jul 2012 #11

great post lovemydog Jul 2012 #15

Scary, but true. The 'low information voter' is eating ice creme on FailureToCommunicate Jul 2012 #12

this group "independents," which implies that they think so long and deeply about issues AlbertCat Jul 2012 #18

great post - from the Obama Ad... docgee Jul 2012 #27

Welcome to DU! FailureToCommunicate Jul 2012 #44

This is a bumper sticker flamingdem Jul 2012 #66

As a former (and hopefully future) Independant ... I always made up my mind fairly early. ieoeja Jul 2012 #38

You had me at "free beer for voting"! Now, that's AFTER voting right? FailureToCommunicate Jul 2012 #45

After. A lot of bars in Chicago will give you a beer if you show your voting receipt. ieoeja Jul 2012 #50

Just heard one on NPR, he said he'd "vote if Condolessa Rice runs" flamingdem Jul 2012 #65

The problem is that... jimlup Jul 2012 #13

I believe GOP is focusing on Congress/Senate races fredamae Jul 2012 #14

maybe some money scandals will pop-up ThomThom Jul 2012 #25

I tend to agree that they're not tanking on purpose. ananda Jul 2012 #16

People keep asking where the GOP jobs plans are.. Thor_MN Jul 2012 #17

They will drive up the cost of fuel again and Hubert Flottz Jul 2012 #20

You got that right. Hubert Flottz Jul 2012 #19

The fact that McCain/Palin was even considered a contender is proof enough. HopeHoops Jul 2012 #21

All of those Voter ID acts weren't just for fun Patiod Jul 2012 #22

Yup, 17 rich old white guys graywarrior Jul 2012 #23

A sober and wise assessment . . . TomClash Jul 2012 #24

Count me in warrprayer Jul 2012 #26

I laugh when I see posters on DU saying that Mitt is toast and the election is won... WI_DEM Jul 2012 #28

Preach it, sister (or brother!) nt ncgrits Jul 2012 #29

The fact is they are tanking the economy OverseaVisitor Jul 2012 #31

One shouldn't be complacent, but . . . caseymoz Jul 2012 #32

Thanks for pointing out the painfully obvious... Guitarzan Jul 2012 #33

The drones thinks its winning and bonniebgood Jul 2012 #35

millions and millions buys computer techs that can slip in there and right the machines without INdemo Jul 2012 #34

Well of course INdemo didn't bonniebgood Jul 2012 #42

Well when the corporate media gets millions in ads INdemo Jul 2012 #46

Agreed. yardwork Jul 2012 #36

Absolutely goddamn right alcibiades_mystery Jul 2012 #37

I haven't seen anyone saying the GOP is tanking the election NNN0LHI Jul 2012 #39

Summer '79 reagan was a joke cutroot Jul 2012 #40

Boy, do I remember that. Rozlee Jul 2012 #55

I have been an observer here for many years cutroot Jul 2012 #67

Romney has none of Reagan's charm demwing Jul 2012 #57

romney can't even charm his own party cutroot Jul 2012 #69

Yes, they will ...they'll have a billion dollar worth of adds calling Obama a black man uponit7771 Jul 2012 #41

Funny you should say that... Spitfire of ATJ Jul 2012 #49

It's all about the Supreme Court Kablooie Jul 2012 #47

Norquist and McConnell are not bothered by this stuff. jonthebru Jul 2012 #51

When the barage comes out people will be turned off and click it off. Unloading a huge 'barage' grantcart Jul 2012 #52

Spot-on. As usual, your analysis totally rocks! - n/t coalition_unwilling Jul 2012 #59

I don't know. If the Bush faction was intelligent in the first place... randome Jul 2012 #60

amen DonCoquixote Jul 2012 #53

Amen. veganlush Jul 2012 #54

That was their plan, no doubt - but... demwing Jul 2012 #56

I've said for a while that 1988 Mutiny In Heaven Jul 2012 #72

Proud to be rec #100 struggle4progress Jul 2012 #61

Their adeptness at lying and taking things out of context will be a problem young_at_heart Jul 2012 #62

Agreed!! I think that they will try to push Romney thru, san returns, and focus on attacks. progressivebydesign Jul 2012 #68

Agreed. They never give up. Neither should we. gtar100 Jul 2012 #70

CIA caliber psyops 90-percent Jul 2012 #71

Indeed! ewagner Jul 2012 #73