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Thursday
29Jan2009

Rush Limbaugh Is a Human Piece of Shit


Where is Al Franken when you need him? Rush, in an attempt to give his party a thin veneer of relevance, defecates this delerious stimulus proposal across the pages of the Wall Street Journal. First, he establishes some “known knowns:”

Recessions will end on their own if they’re left alone. What can make the recession worse is the wrong kind of government intervention.

[…]

We know that when tax rates are cut in a recession, it brings an economy back.

Oh, the unproven claim, how you rankle the asses of composition teachers across this great land of ours. Where do these “facts” originate? Why should we accept them?

But these are just appetizers to the utter shit sandwich Rush is serving up. He proposes that, since President Obama won 54% of the vote, he should get 54% of the stimulus funds he will surely win next week to spend on government programs. And who should get the other 46%? Why ol’ Rush should, to spend on tax cuts:

Then we compare. We see which stimulus actually works. This is bipartisanship! It would satisfy the American people’s wishes, as polls currently note; and it would also serve as a measurable test as to which approach best stimulates job growth.

This is bipartisanship? This is two halves of two very different plans. This is dividing the baby in half. This is lunacy and chatter and bullshit. All it does is imply that President Obama is only 54% president, and that Rush, without ever running for it, is somehow 46% president.

Oh, and Rush’s endgame is about as brilliant as a clump of impacted feces:

Then get out of the way! Once Wall Street starts ticking up 500 points a day, the rest of the private sector will follow.

Of course he recalls three months ago, when Wall Street collapsed under the weight of its own avarice and dragged the whole of the “private sector” (which is ditto-speak for wealthy white people) down with it. Rush isn’t paid to have a long memory, but more than that, “Get out of the way” is an old, old idea from a time when the inner workings of Wall Street still had some manly mystery about them. Now we know who was really in charge, greedy, nihilistic M.B.A.s and evil, retarded politicians.

The time for “get out of the way” is over, and the only proof one needs is the current predicament.

That Rush Limbaugh is beginning to drag his putrid, blubberous hide out into the light of day again should be the surest sign that the Republicans don’t know who to follow anymore. At least Al Franken ran for (and won) political office, putting his money where his mouth is. What has Rush Limbaugh ever done but get high and call people names?

P.S. Which is not to imply that Al Franken does not also get high and call people names, but he’s a Senator now.

Reader Comments (21)

I agree with Republicans on all of this (that is, I am not convinced that FDR's New Deal was the key to exiting the Great Depression and I do believe tax cuts -- huge ones -- would work, and nothing I ever heard in Heav. 215 convinced me otherwise), but if Obama compromises even a LITTLE bit with Republicans on all of this I'll be fuckin' pissed... and here's why:

Economists are always complaining that they can't run experiments... well now's Paul Krugman's chance. You've got Congress, the Senate, and the President: have at it. Save America with whatever liberal/progressive/leftist economic strategies you can dream up. Go for it!

Let's find out, right? I mean fuck. I'm tired of not knowing, of arguing about this shit... either low taxes and laissez-faire policies work or France-style high taxes and large social programs work (and by "work" I don't mean "increases the overall GDP," I mean "hooks poor people up"). It's not both. It's one or the other. Whether the economy recovers or not before 2012, I'll swear right now to vote Obama IF he takes a shit on this Limbaugh proposal and orders our gov't to bring to life all the policies that would've worked so well if only we had elected LBJ again and let the Great Society descend once and for all.

So, we agree. Obama needs to stick to his guns here.

I heard Michelle is pregnant. Is that true?

January 30, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterCasey

There may have been a time when tax cuts would have worked, but these days corporations and wealthy individuals pay very little tax anyway, and any jobs that such cuts might create would be shipped overseas where they can pay somebody 7 cents a day (we talked about that in 215, I think).

Supply side economics rely on a certain amount of either good faith on the parts of rich people (to contribute to the economy of the country granting them the incentives), or at the very least competence in pursuing their own self-interest. I see evidence of neither.

So, yes, Obama should stick to his guns, because the other side is evil and dumb. But then again, I'm biased.

Is she? When was the last time a baby was born in the White House?

January 30, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterMxrk

I just want to say that calling Rush a "human" piece of shit is probably the nicest thing you can say about him.

January 31, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterEmily

yeah. you meant to say 'piece of human shit' didn't you?

February 2, 2009 | Unregistered Commentermichael

Rush speaks the truth. You can call him and debate if you like. Your language shows your lack of class. If you are wearing a suit, I'm sure you wear a collared shirt to hide your circumcision scar.

February 21, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterShovel Red

Shovel Red:

"Rush speaks the truth."

That's a really cogent counter-argument. Thanks for your input.

"You can call him and debate if you like."

You know what, he can write in and debate me if he likes. So can you.

"Your language shows your lack of class."

What are you, a child?

"Something something circumcision scar."

I don't know what that means. If you're trying to call me a dick, there are easier ways, but you might have to put a nickel in the swear jar.

February 21, 2009 | Registered CommenterMxrk

Rush is another piece of shit republican, that if left to their own evil plans would lead all of us to a total dictatorship of the american people. and make it a total capitalist COUNTRY for the rich low life scum bags, there by shitting on and robbing the middle class and poor people even more/
If it ever comes to this in america, there will be another civil war, this time on the very rich and HIGH UP MEMBERS of the republican party. I feel they are becoming the same as the nazi's,,, look how that turned out.
I really feel we need to destroy the republican party and have a independent and democratic party. this is the only way to stop the greed and hate that this racist party stirs up here in america.

March 1, 2009 | Unregistered Commenterdale

MAY THE VOICES OF ALL OUR PEOPLE WHATEVER RACE AND COLOR OF THIS COUNTRY CRY OUT AGAIN SAYING ((GIVE US LIBERTY OR GIVE US DEATH)). WE MUST BE A PEOPLE WHO IS WORKING HAND IN HAND WITH OUR GOVERMENT TO PROVIDE THE COMMON GOOD FOR ALL PEOPLES RIGHTS AS AMERICANS. NOT FOR A FEW...

NOT A HARD CORE CAPITALIST DICTATORSHIP WHO WANTS TO CONTROL ALL THE MONEY AND PROVIDE NO RIGHTS TO ALL LOWER INCOME AMERICANS, WHETHER MIDDLE CLASS OR POOR.

IT WOULD DO ALL OF US GOOD TO HELP BE HIS BROTHERS KEEPER. THIS WOULD CREATE A CIRCLE OF PROSPERTY AND GOOD WILL TO ALL ON EVERY LEVEL OF SOCIETY. ALL NEEDS WOULD BE MEET,, WHETHER HEALTH CARE OR EDUCATION AND WOULD SECURE JOBS THAT WOULD CREATE STABILTY AND PROSPERTY TO ALL OR EVERY LEVEL OF SOCIETY AS A WHOLE.

THIS IS WHAT THE LORD TAUGH AND PREACHED.
OR HAS THE REPUBLICANS NOW REPLACED JESUS AND HIS TRUTH WITH THEIR OWN GOSPHEL.
I KNOW THEY WOULD LOVE TO... BUT I PRAY WE AS A GOOD AND MORAL PEOPLE WILL NOT LET THIS TAKE HOLD AND POISON US AGAIN AS A NATION.
EIGHT YEARS OF THIS BULLSHIT HAS ALMOST SET US BACK TO THE POINT OF
NO RETURN..
MAY GOD BLESS THOSE WHO TRUELY LOVE THIS NATION AND HELP US BE A BETTER AND MORE MORAL AND RESPONABLE NATION.

March 1, 2009 | Unregistered Commenterdale

I'm always fascinated as to how ignorant Americans are. We chose a black president because it's hip and cool. Almost like being a Hollywood star.
Never did really matter what he stood for, or what experience he had. It’s really only what he is, “He’s cool man". While all you poor people who have been treated so bad by the last eight years, more than likely because you didn't get the government handouts that you like so much. The rest of us middle class that understands going to work and actually earning your keep in society can be burdensome to the act of just going to the mailbox and getting your handout check. Still understand that those rotten rich people pay more taxes than the rest of us. I would even hazard to guess that the 40% of Americans who pay no taxes would not complain a bit with president Hollywood’s agenda because that would certainly end their ability of freeloading in which they have grown so accustom. Oh let us not forget that that the title is Commander and Chief (for all of you who didn’t get that from that riviting opinon report broadcast every evening) stands for commander and chief of the military. Again that’s not an agency that hands you a check for getting knocked up for the third time but the head of a group of individuals who are constantly slapped in the face by self riotous people like yourselves. He’s not good at financials perhaps he can also get our nations volunteer military killed off to. (Keep your hopes high!)
So, that being said, when we are enjoying the company of nuclear weapons from Iran and swimming in the entertainment of terrorist enjoying the creature comforts of the United States in lieu of their own dirt hut hills. Please don’t be upset if another poorly run government agency doesn’t get your check delivered to you on time.
By the way, the stock market is down 3000 pts. So keep beating up someone who tells you what you don’t want to hear.
Let’s keep in mind that I am not an avid listener of Limbaugh but am well aware of who he is. Don’t be afraid of being naïve or shallow minded to the truth because it might jeopardize your free government handouts that lazy Americans like you rely on to explain your pitiful existence. Keep your chin up. Remember you’re not going to pay taxes anyway!
I would say wake up but let’s face it you’re not terribly bright are you. You really don’t have to answer, it was rhetorical. (I won’t explain what that means)
And in closing. I served in the USMC during Desert Storm and if I had known then what I know now, I would have never put my life in jeopardy to protect the nation we have become. You embarrass us.

March 6, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterC C Hamman

"I served in the USMC during Desert Storm and if I had known then what I know now, I would have never put my life in jeopardy to protect the nation we have become."

It always surprises me how willing you supposed patriots are to forsake your own country. Love it or leave it, asshole.

March 6, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterMxrk

Yes, I may be an asshole according to you, and others I suspect. But a nation of entitlement is really not much to respect. Lest you forget you've been given the right to enjoy your opinion (much like Mr. Limbaugh) and you folks don't much like that either. So tell me what is it that you stand for? I served for a country that at one time had an identity, hard working and innovative. A place you worked and studied to become a better individual, Raising the bar if you will. Now I just reside in a country of whiners that want everything handed to them, and then complain it’s not enough. What’s to love? Becoming socialists? Or the intolerance of people who still fight and die so we can have our opinions. Or a commander and chief who is un-willing to even congratulate and or praise those who still fight for our rights. (No matter how short term they may be) There are three different types of people. Idealist, Realist, and people who just don't care much about anything. You obviously care. I would have to say you are probably an Idealist. I however deal with reality.
It’s a right I earned.
Did you?
C.C.Hamman

March 6, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterC C Hamman

"It always surprises me how willing you supposed patriots are to forsake your own country. Love it or leave it, asshole."

Why is it in America people are so quick to say "love it or leave it" to anyone who disagrees with them. I thought your nation was supposed to be world a leader in free speech and thought.

March 7, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterAlden

"Why is it in America people are so quick to say "love it or leave it" to anyone who disagrees with them. I thought your nation was supposed to be world a leader in free speech and thought."

Why is it people are so slow to recognize irony?

March 8, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterMxrk

how do you people breath when your head is up your ass the lack of oxygen has destoyed to many brain cells. no more monkeys

March 9, 2009 | Unregistered Commentertom

How do you fart if your butt is sewn shut?

March 30, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterCasey

... and let's not forget Sean "The Human Butt Plug" Hannity . . .
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May 31, 2009 | Unregistered Commenterdofssoofe

He is NOT human!

November 5, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterTS

Hey, it's 2010 and the stimulus is working, Obama is still getting slammed by the republicans and their goon operatives in the media. Rush is still a POS.

Oh, and by the way, the New Deal worked. That is a historical fact. Get over it.

January 7, 2010 | Unregistered CommenterMiserblOF

I found this site by Googling "Rush is a piece of shit". It's a wonderful site. Rush can't die or suffer a terrible enough death, soon enough. He's in the news again today, commenting in his vile form on the plight of Haiti. If God does exist, it should stricken Rush and Pat Robertson with painful suffering.

January 13, 2010 | Unregistered CommenterSteve

Rush IS a fucking worthless fat piece of shit. Fuck the whole right wing.

January 18, 2010 | Unregistered CommenterHank

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