tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post3401263695289410147..comments2024-02-24T05:19:10.949-05:00Comments on Durham-in-Wonderland: Obama and the DOJkcjohnson9http://www.blogger.com/profile/09625813296986996867noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-38288073709773883802007-03-28T16:22:00.000-04:002007-03-28T16:22:00.000-04:00Nifong attorney David Freedman is utterly incorrec...Nifong attorney David Freedman is utterly incorrect in his comments generated by Senator Obama's interest in this travesty that Nifong has foisted on Durham. Mr. Freedman, the wrongly accused students are residents of OTHER states. Charges were reinstated against some of these young men in OTHER STATES because of the asinine charges leveled against them in your state. That could easily be construed to make it a FEDERAL matter, rather than a local one.<BR/><BR/>Clearly, Mr. Freedman, you are as competent an attorney as your client.Gayle Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09223914127626675167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-6610192800700791382007-03-27T00:33:00.000-04:002007-03-27T00:33:00.000-04:00I disagree that this was an easy call for Obama. ...I disagree that this was an easy call for Obama. There is debate in the marketplace of politics as to whether Obama and the authentic black experience share the same space. (See, for instance, Stanley Crouch's New York Daily News column "What Obama Isn't: Black Like Me", or The New Republic's Peter Beinart observation that Obama is seen as a "good black," thus lessening his following amongst some blacks, or Time Magazine's survey of this view here: <A HREF="http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1584736,00.html" REL="nofollow">Time Magazine Article Is Obama Black Enough</A> Recently, in South Carolina, two key black political leaders have thrown their support behind Hillary even though they had been courted by Obama's people. Well aware that this move could cause some alienation, Obama's call was bold in my opinion and I'm impressed.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-72609585741085475782007-03-26T22:59:00.000-04:002007-03-26T22:59:00.000-04:00I hope it's not out of bounds to credit Obama with...I hope it's not out of bounds to credit Obama with doing the right thing for the right reasons. We should also applaud those members of congress who are standing up for justice.<BR/><BR/>I don't want to speculate on hidden motives. I'd prefer to celebrate the integrity of this handful of elected officials who are truly acting as "public servants."<BR/><BR/>MPAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-52275906548586146292007-03-26T22:42:00.000-04:002007-03-26T22:42:00.000-04:00Marx:"Politics is the art of looking for trouble, ...<B>Marx:</B><BR/><BR/>"Politics is the art of looking for trouble, finding it everywhere, <BR/>diagnosing it incorrectly, and applying the wrong remedies."<BR/><BR/><A>Groucho Marx</A>MTU'76https://www.blogger.com/profile/12033632655757827107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-36964988480163380692007-03-26T20:26:00.000-04:002007-03-26T20:26:00.000-04:00Gary Packwood@3:01pmWhat a crock.Gary Packwood@3:01pm<BR/><BR/>What a crock.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-42702470344619237942007-03-26T19:10:00.000-04:002007-03-26T19:10:00.000-04:00Lets not forget that Crystal started this, could h...Lets not forget that Crystal started this, could have stopped it anytime and continues to be evasive. I feel no pity for her and would expect the federal government to go after her as well. She deserves to be in jail with Nifong, the DPD henchmen and the Duke 88 need to thrown in the dungeon.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-47469014670082034402007-03-26T16:16:00.000-04:002007-03-26T16:16:00.000-04:00KC states "But, as Freedman is well aware, the Sta...KC states "But, as Freedman is well aware, the State Bar’s inquiry deals with Nifong’s law license. The Bar doesn’t have authority to bring criminal charges."...... OK, who exactly does have the authority in the north carolina state gov. to bring criminal charges?james conradhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06580947338940209533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-7755403701029795832007-03-26T15:03:00.000-04:002007-03-26T15:03:00.000-04:00JLS says...,re: anon 11:21 Prof. Johnson called t...JLS says...,<BR/><BR/>re: <B> anon 11:21 </B><BR/><BR/>Prof. Johnson called the Durham Congressman David (“States’ Rights Democrat”) Price. I merely pointed out that I suspected it is a barb and guess at the context. <BR/><BR/>Neither I nor I suspect Professor Johnson always think that states rights should be ignored. I am an economist, but certainly understand federalism and its role and importance in the founding of the US. I am sure as an historian, Professor Johnson knows and understands this even better than I do. So I suspect he would not always use “States’ Rights Democrat” as a barb. And heck maybe I am wrong now and he meant it as a compliment to Price? <BR/><BR/>PS. Congratulations Professor Johnson on you new appointment. I hope you enjoy your stay in Israel. I have visited many countries but Israel is one I have not been to yet and I really want to.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-26685364618044906822007-03-26T15:01:00.001-04:002007-03-26T15:01:00.001-04:00"John Edwards silence on this issue is deafening. ..."John Edwards silence on this issue is deafening. "<BR/><BR/>What silence? Edwards went out of his way to hire a well-known anti-lacrosse anti-male left wing wacko who was actively supporting the hoax and Edwards was proud to keep her even after her lunatic rants became public in the mainstream media. Edwards publicly stood by black racists and other left-wing Gang88 types hoping to cement his position among black racists and dailykos people who dominate dem primaries.<BR/><BR/>This is embarrassing to the senate that the first member is only now making a (modest) call for DOJ investigation. Anyway, Obama was best of the lousy crowd of pathetic US senators.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-50685852338203519952007-03-26T15:01:00.000-04:002007-03-26T15:01:00.000-04:00Obama Invited out to be a PollyannaI think we have...Obama Invited out to be a Pollyanna<BR/><BR/>I think we have learned that any progressive politician who attempts to touch Duke during the investigation of Nifong & Co. will be charged with being a Pollyanna. <BR/><BR/>Obama will be careful with his comments about Duke just as Broadhead wants him to be.<BR/><BR/>Bloggers can be helpful I believe, if we continue our efforts to speak optimistically about the outcomes of these investigations. <BR/><BR/>We only want Duke and Durham to improve.Gary Packwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05177986821224068759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-48173852605361157062007-03-26T14:57:00.000-04:002007-03-26T14:57:00.000-04:00This case is not new. One doesn't have to do much ...This case is not new. One doesn't have to do much wondering about Obama's motivation in speaking out against this case now (while he's campaigning) and not a year ago when it happend. Obama is no different than Nifong. Where Nifong used Crystal's false accusations to gain voter support, Obama will use the Lax player's innocence to try to gain the support of a few from his competitors camp.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-75550448253590707932007-03-26T14:36:00.000-04:002007-03-26T14:36:00.000-04:00Kimberly Guilfoil and rita Crosby need to be fired...Kimberly Guilfoil and rita Crosby need to be fired ASAP. here we have the police and Dr Perper stating "no criminal activity" involved in the death of Anna Nicole. In spite of all evidence to the contratry as in the Hoax. they are still yapping about a conspiracy. Have emailed both fox and DanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-67488326691283346392007-03-26T13:40:00.000-04:002007-03-26T13:40:00.000-04:00JLS 10:47am --As Cedarford's prior comment might s...JLS 10:47am --<BR/><BR/>As Cedarford's prior comment might suggest, in the landscape of this hoax, Obama's tepid endorsement of an honorable course of action makes him stand as a giant.<BR/><BR/>You said Johnson "should give a little history lesson on your barb, 'states rights' Democrats, towards Congresman Price... It is a clever little insult to throw Price's way."<BR/><BR/>Your comment drew attention to the ignoble connection between the phrase "states' rights" and defense of the Jim Crow status quo: an excellent pointer to those needing a US History refresher. Pinning the moniker on Rep. Price is not only clever, but fitting. And it's a garment he can discard any time he so chooses.AMachttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08872008617279528583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-23633296583456180312007-03-26T13:14:00.000-04:002007-03-26T13:14:00.000-04:00Barack's calculated move reminds me of Clinton's "...Barack's calculated move reminds me of Clinton's "Sista Soulja" moment. Obama seems prepared to weather a bit of heat from a natural Democrat constituency, black Americans, in order to appeal both within his own party and across party lines to voters repulsed by the worst examples for special pleading among black Americans and their defenders on the left.<BR/><BR/>It's a risky maneuver, but has the same upside that accrued to Slick Willy, i.e., it is just.<BR/><BR/>beckettbecket03https://www.blogger.com/profile/18173177473977303546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-1911425218075598192007-03-26T13:11:00.000-04:002007-03-26T13:11:00.000-04:00KC - I hope we will have an update on the golf sem...KC - I hope we will have an update on the golf seminar soon. How did this thing go - how many attended and does duke feel they got their monies worth?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-68675260331636401462007-03-26T13:10:00.000-04:002007-03-26T13:10:00.000-04:00This could be a good move by Obama. He might be a...This could be a good move by Obama. He might be able to take John Edwards out with this issue. Edwards has remained silent while 3 men have been abused by a out of control DA, police and court system in his own state. To make matters worse for Edwards he at one time worked in the same firm as Wade Smith the attorney for Collin Finnerty. Yet he hasn't spoke up about this matter. John Edwards silence on this issue is deafening.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-49683357028691963462007-03-26T12:56:00.000-04:002007-03-26T12:56:00.000-04:00Where are Senators:Chuck SchumerHillary ClintonFra...Where are Senators:<BR/><BR/>Chuck Schumer<BR/>Hillary Clinton<BR/><BR/>Frank Lautenberg<BR/>Robert Menendez<BR/><BR/>Barbara Mikulski<BR/>Ben Cardin<BR/><BR/>They should be ashamed of their stone silence throughout this horrific situation.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-37344281684891507652007-03-26T12:43:00.000-04:002007-03-26T12:43:00.000-04:00Obama has been wise to speak out on this very obvi...Obama has been wise to speak out on this very obvious miscarriage of justice.<BR/><BR/>Only those politicians who are totally tethered to the old Liberal line---such as David Price, John Edwards, Mike Easley, and it appears...Hillary Clinton on this issue, could ignore this case.<BR/><BR/>These people could speak out since they do so much for the black community on every other issue, but none of them is brave enough to risk a vote.<BR/><BR/>Elizabeth Dole and Richard Burr should speak out, but they don't want to be called "racists" by the racemongers in the black community. This is not courageous of them, but understandable if one knows how the Liberal Democrats work in NC.<BR/><BR/>This is why I have developed such an aversion to the perpetual tactics of Liberal black voters. They don't seem to care that their tactics harm their community more than anything else.<BR/><BR/>The treatment of the lacrosse players by these people will pay negative dividends for decades to come.....from those people who previously were of goodwill.<BR/><BR/>DebrahAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-60788930155497018462007-03-26T12:42:00.000-04:002007-03-26T12:42:00.000-04:00I think you meant Sister Souljah, not Queen Latifa...I think you meant Sister Souljah, not Queen Latifah. But I might have missed any interaction between Bill Clinton and the latter.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-34717947818376484502007-03-26T12:40:00.000-04:002007-03-26T12:40:00.000-04:00Carolyn says:Howard is right. Obama's statement i...Carolyn says:<BR/><BR/>Howard is right. Obama's statement is a 'grandstand' - and I didn't need to listen to his awful, self-pitying wife to know that. Obama would have shown more courage protesting Atty General Gonzales' betrayal of his own Border agents. A betrayal that even included giving money and amnesty to the drug runner who testified at their mockery of a trial.<BR/><BR/>Obviously, Brodhead and the Gang of 88 took lessons from Gonzales on how to throw their own under the bus.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-49976208821839027152007-03-26T12:37:00.000-04:002007-03-26T12:37:00.000-04:00Re: Carolyn at 11:03My congrats to. I'm sure you'...Re: Carolyn at 11:03<BR/><BR/>My congrats to. I'm sure you've more then truly earned it<BR/><BR/>Gakgakhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08800375939733250154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-33718492623352470442007-03-26T12:27:00.000-04:002007-03-26T12:27:00.000-04:00I applaud Obama for this, however, it was a NO-BRA...I applaud Obama for this, however, it was a NO-BRAINER. I'm amazed that some are calling it "courageous"...give me a break.<BR/><BR/>He already has the black vote in the bag, this is a perfect opportunity to appeal to white voters across party lines. He has everything to gain and nothing to lose.TruthHurts001https://www.blogger.com/profile/01183674558757778892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-26897926090051000772007-03-26T11:54:00.000-04:002007-03-26T11:54:00.000-04:00This looks like a clever "Queen Latifa" moment for...This looks like a clever "Queen Latifa" moment for Obama; a very moderate risk to his base (made up of mostly white liberals) and it certainly could put Edwards and Clinton on the defensive. Plus it's the right thing to do. Kudos to him; I hope these charges get dropped soon.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-81419089153563482702007-03-26T11:52:00.000-04:002007-03-26T11:52:00.000-04:00The Obama comment is much to do about nothing. He...The Obama comment is much to do about nothing. He only agreed with Congressman Jones that an investigation needed to be done by the DOJ. Let's see if he is willing to write to and publicly demand that the DOJ launch an investigation. His personal request to the DOJ will be where the rubber meets the road. Don't hold your breath.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32542246.post-43763970115079046852007-03-26T11:40:00.000-04:002007-03-26T11:40:00.000-04:00As long as he keeps the blame on Nifong, and stays...As long as he keeps the blame on Nifong, and stays away from using the words "Crystal" and "Magnum" in the same sentence he should be politically OK.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com