Republican presidential hopefuls should feel more comfortable with the next debate hosted by conservative-friendly Fox Business Network. The last debate hosted by CNBC featured significant squabbling between the candidates and liberal-media moderators with plenty of perceived “gotcha” questions. Fox Business promises a smoother format that will permit the candidates more opportunity to present their campaign platforms without interference from partisan moderators. Continue reading “Fox Business Network Promises Smoother Republican Debate”
Author: Jim Flanigan
Ohio Defeats Marijuana Amendment
I find it ironic that one of only two states with “hi” in it voted down the proposed amendment to legalize marijuana.
NRA Decries University of California Merced Stabbings
A statement issued by the National Rifle Association in the wake of the stabbing attack at the UC Merced campus decried the use of a knife in the attack. Continue reading “NRA Decries University of California Merced Stabbings”
“Jeb Can Fix It” Campaign Portends Bush’s Next Career
Jeb Bush has launched his “Jeb Can Fix it” campaign as his presidential aspirations continue to dissipate into the ether. This new campaign appears to have a dual purpose. Continue reading ““Jeb Can Fix It” Campaign Portends Bush’s Next Career”
Special Police Directive for Halloween
Police and Law Enforcement officials in most parts of the country have received special instructions and training for this Halloween. They have been warned to curtail their instincts to shoot first, especially when it comes to suspicious looking masked people.
The Sad State of Jeb Bush’s Campaign
- Even Jeb Bush’s logo is sad.
Random Thoughts on the CNBC Republican Debate Candidates
Rather than debating who won or who lost the CNBC Republican debate, I am pleased to offer random thoughts on each candidate.
Chris Christie – Is there any doubt that Christie bets on daily fantasy sports? He was sure quick to deflect that topic.
Mike Huckabee – I was not sure if Huckabee is running for President or for Donald Trump’s VP slot.
Carly Fiorina – She may want to talk to the House Benghazi Committee before challenging Hillary Clinton to a debate.
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Jeb Bush Finds Answers to Slide in Polls
Chris Christie Finds Strength to Finish Republican Primary Debate
Jeb Bush Prepares for Trump Onslaught at Debate
Trump Demands More at Debate
The third Republican primary debate will be shorter this time, truncated to two hours due to demands from candidates Donald Trump and Ben Carson. Perhaps they believe that if the debate goes longer like the previous ones that they will eventually say something so stupid that it will deter voters, but that has not happened so far. I mean the voter determent, not the saying something stupid part which has been constant during this primary race. Continue reading “Trump Demands More at Debate”
Halloween Comes Early to Colorado
Minor Republican Debate Promises to be Stimulating
Once again, the upcoming Republican candidate debate will be preceded by a debate among the candidates that didn’t make the cut for the main debate. Rick Santorum, Bobby Jindal, George Pataki and Lindsey Graham will meet in the junior debate before the ten top candidates debate. In an effort to generate interest, any interest, in the undercard debate, the four candidates have agreed to change the format of the debate to a strip poker game during which they will casually debate the issues. This format was only approved under the condition that NJ Governor Chris Christie not be allowed to participate under any circumstances.
Dr. Ben Carson Inks Deal with Comedy Central
Comedy Central can’t wait for Dr. Ben Carson to drop from the Republican primary race. A source inside Comedy Central has revealed that the network has signed Republican presidential candidate Dr. Ben Carson to star in a Comedy Central show that is currently being developed for him. Continue reading “Dr. Ben Carson Inks Deal with Comedy Central”
Is This Still Weightlifting?
I purchased a weight bench a few years back and enjoyed using it occasionally. After tough workouts, I have to admit I even took some enjoyment in kissing my glistening biceps. That may sound narcissistic, but the kissing was more for functional reasons than just my narcissism on display. Even my toughest weightlifting workouts didn’t get me sweating, either due to my superior physical conditioning or lack of real effort during the workout. You make the call. So I needed to moisten my biceps to get them to glisten in order to inspire wonder and awe among my family. Sloppily kissing my biceps seemed the easiest way to accomplish that. For the record, no wonder or awe was ever inspired. I was tossed a towel once since my biceps were dripping which I consider a moral victory.
Donald Trump on Hurricane Patricia
The worst was feared as record-breaking Hurricane Patricia reached landfall in Mexico, but thankfully no deaths have been reported. Donald Trump has attributed the lack of deaths to the large number of Mexicans now in the USA illegally rather than in the path of the storm.
Former President Bush Offers Hurricane Patricia Assistance
As Hurricane Patricia bears down on the Pacific coast of Mexico, the Mexican government has declared a state of emergency while cities and towns have been evacuated in advance of the expected 200 mph winds and an enormous storm surge. With the experience of Hurricane Katrina during his administration, former President George W. Bush has reached out to Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto to offer his expertise and assistance in handling such a disaster. Bush’s calls have not been returned.
Lincoln Chafee Quits Race
Lincoln Chafee announced he is leaving the Democratic presidential primary race. Twitter and facebook responded by not blowing up.
When reached for comment, both Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders asked, “Who?” Martin O’Malley, missing since he announced his candidacy, could not be located for comment.
Benghazi Hearings Infuriate Jim Webb
The House Benghazi committee hearings with Hillary Clinton are infuriating former Democratic presidential candidate Jim Webb. Webb was angered at receiving about 50% of the speaking time Hillary Clinton enjoyed during the first Democratic debate, prompting him to quit the Democratic primary race and ponder a run as an Independent. “It’s just not fair. If Hillary gets questioned about Benghazi, then I want my chance and equal time to be questioned about Benghazi,” ranted Webb.
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Jim Flanigan Looks at the World 