Re-elect a Convicted Felon??? (20)
why not??? He IS a Republican!! Isn't that all that counts???
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His knack for steering billions of dollars in federal money to his home state has drawn praise from his constituents and consternation from budget hawks.
Looks like he's one of the "good ole boys" to me, who knows well, how to work the "system".
Crook!!!
Looks like he's one of the "good ole boys" to me, who knows well, how to work the "system".
Crook!!!
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Another example of old school politicians.
I believe there was a time in history where our elected officials did receive payola, but what they actually did benefited their state and country and well sorta was given a individualized bonus for a job well done. Now its apparent the job being done well has become a second priority to these old greedy codgers.( their pensions, healthcare programs are beyond compare)
I believe there was a time in history where our elected officials did receive payola, but what they actually did benefited their state and country and well sorta was given a individualized bonus for a job well done. Now its apparent the job being done well has become a second priority to these old greedy codgers.( their pensions, healthcare programs are beyond compare)
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Sure why not...I'm sure he has learned his lesson and is reformed by now!!!!!!!
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Hugz_n_Kissez: Sure why not...I'm sure he has learned his lesson and is reformed by now!!!!!!!
Another fine example of strong moral values. Jesus would be proud!! Although I am sure some will find a way to blame OBama for Steven's misfortune!!
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shipoker58: Another fine example of strong moral values. Jesus would be proud!! Although I am sure some will find a way to blame OBama for Steven's misfortune!!
Well ya know...with every mistake comes forgiveness....so I'm sure he has a clean slate now....and will never do it again...
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shipoker58: Another fine example of strong moral values. Jesus would be proud!! Although I am sure some will find a way to blame OBama for Steven's misfortune!!
It was probably some left wing judge who only convicted him because he was a republican....you know you can trust them not to slant the law like that!!!!!!
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I'm going to put myself out on a limb here and say that i'm sure the rest of the politicians have done the same thing....
Sen. Stevens gets to carry the label of "convicted felon" ONLY because he got caught!! (JMHO)
Sen. Stevens gets to carry the label of "convicted felon" ONLY because he got caught!! (JMHO)
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Hugz_n_Kissez: It was probably some left wing judge who only convicted him because he was a republican....you know you can trust them not to slant the law like that!!!!!!
Nope! Stevens was tried and found guilty by a jury, on 7 counts!!!
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HealthyLiving: Nope! Stevens was tried and found guilty by a jury, on 7 counts!!!
I know...I was just being sarcastic doll....
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I don't think a congressperson should be able to serve more than 2 four year terms.. same as the President.
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HealthyLiving:
In the U.S., a convicted felon loses the right to vote.
How is it that a convicted felon can run for office???
In the U.S., a convicted felon loses the right to vote.
How is it that a convicted felon can run for office???
Good question..
Hell, a felon cant even get a job at McDonalds.
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Let me put it this way....if they are in office right now, vote them out!! They had their chance and they screwed up!!
NEXT!!
NEXT!!
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It will be interesting to see if Alaskans actually reelect Stevens.
So it was possible for McCain to do worst than selecting Palin, he
could have selected Stevens for Vice Pres running mate.
So it was possible for McCain to do worst than selecting Palin, he
could have selected Stevens for Vice Pres running mate.
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shipoker58: why not??? He IS a Republican!! Isn't that all that counts???
But he's not a muslim.
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agman: It will be interesting to see if Alaskans actually reelect Stevens.
So it was possible for McCain to do worst than selecting Palin, he
could have selected Stevens for Vice Pres running mate.
So it was possible for McCain to do worst than selecting Palin, he
could have selected Stevens for Vice Pres running mate.
Or, he could have picked Biden.
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rasgumby: I don't think a congressperson should be able to serve more than 2 four year terms.. same as the President.
I have seen others sound similar opinions.
I must disagree with you here Ras.
There is nothing wrong with keeping representatives in office, who have the people's interest at heart. They grow in experience, making themselves qualified to go on to bigger and better things, such as Governors or Presidents, etc.
Think of it... where would we be without representatives of high moral character, such as Texas Representative Ron Paul, who has been none less than a perfect role model and voice for the American People and the U.S. Constitution? There have been times when Ron stood alone, as the only Congressman who voted against a bill which did not uphold the Constitution. We need more Representatives exactly like him.
We the People are responsible to VOTE the corrupted officials who do not represent us, OUT OF OFFICE!!!
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shipoker58: Let me put it this way....if they are in office right now, vote them out!! They had their chance and they screwed up!!
NEXT!!
NEXT!!
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rasgumby: I don't think a congressperson should be able to serve more than 2 four year terms.. same as the President.
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WASHINGTON - Sen. Ted Stevens gambled by asking for a speedy trial, betting a high-powered defense team, some sterling character witnesses and his unblemished record as Alaska's political patriarch would get him a pre-election acquittal on corruption charges.
He lost, with a jury on Monday finding him guilty on seven counts of trying to hide more than $250,000 in free home renovations and other gifts from a wealthy oil contractor.
Stevens, who first entered the Senate in 1968, now faces Alaska's voters next week as a convicted felon - increasing the difficulty in a tough race against Democratic challenger Mark Begich. But the famously stubborn Stevens is not giving up, asking supporters in Alaska and the Senate to stand by him as he appeals his conviction.
"I will fight this unjust verdict with every ounce of energy I have," the 84-year-old World War II veteran said.
Stevens faces a maximum 35 years in prison, although he is likely to get far less, if any, prison time. If re-elected, he also could face an expulsion vote in the Senate, although senators also can recommend a lesser sanction.
Stevens is a legendary figure in Alaska, where he has wielded political influence since before statehood. His knack for steering billions of dollars in federal money to his home state has drawn praise from his constituents and consternation from budget hawks.
In the U.S., a convicted felon loses the right to vote.
How is it that a convicted felon can run for office???
What good would it do for a state to elect a Senator who could face expulsion?
Why should these guys get special favoritism and possibly no prision time?
Our government and judicial system is so corrupt.
Our leaders should be of the utmost best quality of character.
We need to say "NO!" and reform our government.
This has really gotten out of hand, all of this corruption!!!!