Update: Kerry calls on Republicans to condemn Limbaugh's statement; Gen. Clark sends your messages

[ProSense]

Kerry's statement:

"This disgusting attack from Rush Limbaugh, cheerleader for the Chicken Hawk wing of the far right, is an insult to American troops. In a single moment on his show, Limbaugh managed to question the patriotism of men and women in uniform who have put their lives on the line and many who died for his right to sit safely in his air conditioned studio peddling hate. On August 19th, The New York Times published an op-ed by seven members of the U.S. Army's 82nd Airborne Division critical of George Bush's Iraq policy. Two of those soldiers were killed earlier this month in Baghdad. Does Mr. Limbaugh dare assert that these heroes were 'phony soldiers'? Mr. Limbaugh owes an apology to everyone who has ever worn the uniform of our country, and an apology to the families of every soldier buried in Arlington National Cemetery. He is an embarrassment to his Party, and I expect the Republicans who flock to his microphone will now condemn this indefensible statement."

Wes Clark get's into the act, from Jon Soltz diary at Daily Kos:

UPDATE: If you want to help me get on Rush's show, please click here to send Rush a letter. Wes Clark will send your message directly to Rush Limbaugh!

[movonne]

1. Yeah right, how much do believe this could happen...just the

dems do this kind of stuff...

[opihimoimoi]

2. Apologize?? Rush??? He is so far up his own ass he can't do shit...

[monktonman]

3. Why not introduce a bill condemning his statement

just like move on.

[gratuitous]

4. It's worth a try

But since anything is okay when it's done by Republicans, nothing will come of it. But it's nice to see a little turnabout just to point out the hypocrisy, even if it's not going to go anywhere, and it's impossible to shame a Republican or their media mouthpieces.

[tridim]

5. It would be a quick and easy way to expose the hypocrites in both parties. nt

[Disturbed]

7. I would prefer that a group of Iraqi Vets storm his little studio

throw him on the ground and piss on him.

[gratuitous]

15. He'd probably enjoy that

Yeah, I said it.

[mitchum]

23. He pays $500 extra for that

[liberal N proud]

6. The republicans will not

and Kerry should keep demanding it

[spanone]

8. AfuckingMen mr. kerry

K&R

[sicksicksick_N_tired]

9. Thank you, my President. Thank you. eom

[DemGa]

10. I expect them to remain unwaveringly silent about it

They know how to play this game; after all,

that's one of their first rules: NEVER admit you're wrong.

[Doctor_J]

11. Dems are the only ones who retract statements - even though

they're true.

[JI7]

12. Clark and Kerry get it

[karynnj]

13. Great statement

I can imagine how completely angered Kerry was by that disgusting comment. I think I will email my Republican Congressman to ask that he condemn it. (He is actually a Vietnam Vet even though he's from a very old established NJ family.

[TayTay]

14. Jon Soltz has a diary up on DKos about this subject

and is also very upset.

[beachmom]

16. Oh, yeah. I read that earlier today. It's obvious that Rush Limbaugh

was talking about him. That somehow he isn't a real soldier. (*&(&(*&( that.

[Swamp Rat]

17. Geaux Clark and Kerry!!!!!!!

Get 'em! :kick:

[Junkdrawer]

18. GET LIMBAUGH OFF OF ARMED FORCES RADIO...

Until 2006, Limbaugh was the ONLY talk show on Armed Forces Radio. He's still on. Time for him to go...

[MH1]

19. Maybe that should be the bill Congress passes

Not some wishy-washy "condemnation" but to disallow that scum on AFN.

[ProSense]

28. Take action

here.

[Lucinda]

20. I love JK eom

[Catherine Vincent]

21. Right on, Kerry!

:kick:

[simmonsj811]

22. 1 2 3

onetime for the shift :kick:

[politicasista]

24. Go Kerry! Go Clark!

I wish them and Gore were running. :(

[KAZ]

25. If the Dems don't have a resolution condemning Limpballs

in the Senate within a week, then I give up.

HEAR ME HARRY? Mabe you'll hear my lack of dollars.

[Breeze54]

26. Is Sen. Kerry going to make this speech on the Senate floor?

He should!!! :grr:

The they should pass a resolution against Rush Limpballs!

[thereismore]

27. Well, how about a Senate resolution condemning Limpballs for insulting the troops? nt

[Usrename]

29. What a disgrace to have him on the air.

It's sickening.