Bobby Jindal and the expectations game; plus: which MSNBC host said “Oh, god?”
The cable news talking heads panned Bobby Jindal’s response to Obama tonight.
There were some apparent audio and technical problems. He could have been more specific in his attacks on the porkulus bill, the bailouts, and the coming omnibus spending bill/mortgage entitlement expansion. (Full speech here).
But then, of course, the critics would have accused him of being too wonky.
Can’t win in these situations. The follow-up to an elaborately staged joint session of Congress speech is always going to look diminished. I thought his delivery was fine. And it’s always better to have lowered expectations, anyway. Otherwise, you end up with…the inconquerable hype of the Obamessiah.
Jindal’s strongest moments came at the end of his remarks:
In recent years, these distinctions in philosophy became less clear — because our party got away from its principles. You elected Republicans to champion limited government, fiscal discipline, and personal responsibility. Instead, Republicans went along with earmarks and big government spending in Washington. Republicans lost your trust — and rightly so.
Tonight, on behalf of our leaders in Congress and my fellow Republican governors, I say: Our party is determined to regain your trust. We will do so by standing up for the principles that we share — the principles you elected us to fight for — the principles that built this into the greatest, most prosperous country on earth.
A few weeks ago, the President warned that our nation is facing a crisis that he said ‘we may not be able to reverse.’ Our troubles are real, to be sure. But don’t let anyone tell you that we cannot recover — or that America’s best days are behind her.
This is the nation that cast off the scourge of slavery, overcame the Great Depression, prevailed in two World Wars, won the struggle for civil rights, defeated the Soviet menace, and responded with determined courage to the attacks of September 11, 2001.
The American spirit has triumphed over almost every form of adversity known to man — and the American spirit will triumph again.
We can have confidence in our future — because, amid today’s challenges, we also count many blessings: We have the most innovative citizens –the most abundant resources — the most resilient economy — the most powerful military — and the freest political system in the history of the world.
My fellow citizens, never forget: We are Americans. And like my Dad said years ago, Americans can do anything.
Thank you for listening. God bless you. And God bless America.”
I’ll take Bobby Jindal’s genuine faith in American entrepreneurship over Barack Obama’s fear-mongering-turned-faux Reaganism any day.
His actions and his actual record — reforming his state’s decrepit health care system, fixing higher ed, serving in Congress, tackling entitlement reform, managing natural emergencies, etc. — remain mightily impressive.
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MSNBC couldn’t stand the sight of Jindal before he had a chance to open his mouth. Before he began his remarks, someone on a hot mic muttered “Oh, God.”
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Bobby’s got a ways to go yet…but then again I said the same thing about BO a year or so ago…?
Is this your long, round-about way of saying Jindal’s speech kinda sucked?
Panned his delivery, but who cares. What he said made sense, and I am relieved to hear a GOP leader coming clean about the party loosing the confidence of the voters. It’s true, but it is not too late. And he was spot on regarding the role of government! Well spoken, and I thought the Katrina rescue story made for a good point letting the government run your life. Hope, finally…
I can only say “Oh, My God!” An elected GOP official spoke like a true conservative!
If Obama doesn’t have him arrested for refusing federal “stimulus” dollars there may yet be hope for this nation!
No, we are saying you and Obama suck! Jindal ended his response with strong truth and that is what counts!
Bobby J played this just right. If he came off too polished, he’d look slick. He came across as likeable and sincere, but a little rough around the edges. I like him.
And I can see fear in Chaps comments.
Wow, that’s quite an analysis of the content there Chap. Mutch better to have bad ideas presented well, as opposed to good ideas delivered not so well eh? I think I will focus on the content myself, but that’s just me.
Bobby’s going to be just fine. He’s going to be very vocal over the coming weeks and months. And I think after taxpayers realize what’s hitting them, they’ll pay attention to the substance of Jindal.
I think Bobby appeared more genuine than the slogan salesman that appeared before him.
I’d put money on Keith Overbite as the unknown mutterer.
To be fair, Jindal was not very dynamic in his speach tonite. His points were clear and he did a nice job of introducing himself to America. He did do a good job in setting out the basic fiscal conservative values that some previous Republicans had lost.
On a side thought, it would seem that Palin is actually a more dynamic speaker at this point, and I doubt Jindal could have helped McCain more than she did in the last election.
But, hey, we got 3+ years until the next presidential election and many things can happen between now and then.
I said this in another thread: Have we all forgotten that not too long ago Jindal was facing the potential of a recall election because he stated an intent to renege on a campaign promise and sign off on the largest legislative payraise in the history of his state?
He only changed his mind because it looked like he was going to lose his position if he signed the bill into law.
After 8 years of Bush, I am a little burned out on Republicans who do things like that.
Piyush had a very strange cadence in that speech.
LOL! Well, if you’re a “little burned” by repubs, then what the dems do to you will turn you into a pile of white ash on the floor.
G’nite all. Going to bed.
Mookie,
You can’t use Piyush if we can’t use Hussein.
Its a good speech he just sounded too damn folksy
Oh for the LOVE OF….
Look, I think Jindal is great, and I was going around telling people that he’s the man for 2012, but COME ON!!
For all that is Holy, CAN’T WE GET SOMEONE THAT TALKS LIKE A REAL PERSON??
Did you SEE the way he sauntered up to the camera?? Who told him to come into the room that way??? Who’s in charge of PERCEPTION????
I’m 43 years old and I’m almost in tears for my country because of this Socialist IDIOT PRESIDENT! But WE HAVE TO HAVE SOMEONE WHO CAN RELATE TO REGULAR PEOPLE!!
He sounded like Opie Taylor. Opie Taylor is GREAT, but in 2009 Americans think he’s a JOKE!
We are D O N E if we can’t find someone with some STYLE!
“Republicans went along with earmarks and big government spending in Washington” HUH?
Republicans controlled the Congress for six of the past eight years. “Went along” sounds like they were lead. Oh yeah, they were lead by a Republican President who did not use his veto.
This is a start, and we have to admit we violated fiscal conservative principles. Yes, we are getting some religion now, but we will have the stamina and commitment to maintain it.
I don’t think Ron Howard is a joke because of his role as Opie Talyor. Ron Howard is a joke because of the $28,500 that he gave to the “Committee for Change.”
Another point, he’s also a frequent flyer on private aircraft. After Barry’s speech, he must feel perplexed.
He appeared as an uncomfortable Doogie Houserish nerd. Sorry folks, this ain’t going to sell any message, let alone the Conservative message.
And I thought McCain had poor presence and was a terrible speaker. Silly me.
Who’s stopping you?
I have consistently said Jindal is the Republican that scares me most. I do not hide that.
But his speech tonight was not very good. MM was beating around the bush, but clearly feels this way too, as do apparently many other commenters here.
Don’t shoot the messenger.
I have to admit, it was not one of Jindals best. But he still rocks!
Yes, a Doogie Howser NERD.
I’m sorry, but the number ONE requirement for any future Republican leader/nominee is STYLE! He has to back it up with substance, sure, but he has to be ABLE TO SPEAK LIKE A REGULAR PERSON!
No more Chin-thrusting forward monkey motions, no more white-haired old men who can’t lift their arms over their heads, and no goofy-nerds! Dammit!
Am I going to have to run for President mySELF in 2012???
I believe we are at the precipice of a pivotal turning point in American history. Patriots like Jindal, Palin, and the like will hopefully lead the way to defending American values and principles against the destructive forces of liberalism, and eventually socialism that have rapidly grown like a cancer infesting our great nation. America looks upon her patriots and cries for their sacrifice to heal her wounds. How long will we refuse to leave the comfort of our everyday lives, and do what it takes to fight this vile disease crippling our country?
I pray that the decision to act happens soon, before the liberty to do so is taken away.
STYLE don’t matter, dear Thunderhawkk. As I’ve said before, SUBSTANCE does. Bobby Jindal may be a nerd, but he’s got actual substance. Barack Obama’s got style and the DJIA is heading towards 5000, people are losing their jobs left and right, and the recession continues unabated DESPITE his style.
The perfect example is the style of Neville Chamberlain vs. the substance of Winston Churchill. Guess which one helped start WWII?
I thought he was fine. The cable talking heads and pundit class can go jump in a lake. They all kneel before Obama. Who knows, maybe Rupert Murdoch ordered his minions to do so out of fear of Al Sharpton coming after News Corp..
Unfortunately, in this celebrity culture obsessed country, style is just as important. I personally didn’t think the speech was so bad, but the delivery was not very charismatic. I just don’t think Jindal is just not presidential materials. At least not yet.
Jees…must be late. I meant to say I don’t think Jindal is presidential material.
BlameAmericaLast – In your world and mine Substance does indeed rule. However, in case you haven’t noticed, this ain’t the America we grew up in.
Just look at the jackass in the White House for proof.
He’s sure make a better candidate than John McLame.
I’d be happy to see him on the top of the next ticket. A real American who gets it. His young age and charisma are good traits which the Republican party has missed sorely.
Could it be that the same GOP-PR crew thatr handled McCain/Palin handled this response by Jindal??
The Points he was making were good but the delivery was off. It took too long to get to the point.
Certainly isn’t the American I grew up in for sure. I’m still wondering if I’m going to wake up someday and maybe this nightmare isn’t for real.
I just can’t believe two idiots — Biden and Obama are heading this country. In the wrong direction.
OK, I have typo-itis tonight. America I grew up in. Sheesh!
Gov Jindal has apparently conflated a couple of stories in his speach. It is not a crime, but it does go to his credibility. Moreover, it questions the consistentcy of his principles.
I questioned the conversation he had with Sherriff Lee. Was it good and proper southern manners to interrupt someone while they were on the phone? (Read the transcript: Sherriff on phone talking. Jindal asks question. Sherriff talks to Jindal. Sherriff then talks back into phone.)
OK, Gov Jindals conflation, and in his own words from a Wall Street Journal OP-ED piece he wrote. He did not mention this incident. He mentioned two distinct episodes about Katrina, and they occurred separately. Follow the link.
[Note: Shades of Hillary going to Bosnia.]
http://www.opinionjournal.com/cc/?id=110007224
And, guess what else he said in the same article.
“There will also be situations in the future when people will rely on massive government support and help. We’ll have to do better delivering it.”
Truly nothing wrong with that. Sometimes there is a role for Government, despite Gov Jindal’s theme of limited Government and self reliance.
I do remember William J.
Clinton taking two hours to say something he could have said in a single paragraph as a regular habit and that fool got elected twice..so it is too
premature for judging Jindal I’d say at this point
Gov Jindal will not run in 2012. Our family still owns property in New Orleans and from what we have heard he will not run in 2012 because he wants to remain as gov. and run after his 2nd term. This is what we hear but we also hear that Gov Jindal had put Ray Nagin in his place as far as the stimulus money. It was said that after Nagin got on the news and blasted Gov Jindal over not taking all the money. Gov Jindal supposedly made a call to him and ripped him a new one. I was told that the Times Piqaune had the story in it. I have yet to find it online.
My question is…when will one of the parties stage the response in front of an actual group of people. That’s the problem with “delivery”. Go to a mall or something and give it in front of real Americans.
But like someone pointed out, right now content is everything. It sets up the foil vs Obama and the Dems, and in that role he did a great job. There is plenty of time to polish the message once the foundation is laid. Cider blocks ain’t pretty but they hold up the house.
I was not very impressed with Obama’s delivery, after having been pretty impressed with it during the campaign. He did not look very good to start with, and he kept pointing his finger as if he were preaching. His blatant lieing about things like earmarks and contradictions within a sentence of each other didn’t help.
“MSNBC couldn’t stand the sight of Jindal before he had a chance to open his mouth. Before he began his remarks, someone on a hot mic muttered “Oh, God.””
It was probably a Republican, in anticipatory dread of seeing Jindal perform an exorcism on national television, or claim that fossils are tools of the devil, strewn on the earth to confuse men and lead them astray.
The mainstream media are salivating over the prospects of Jindal running for higher office. It will put a stamp of buffoonery on the GOP that won’t come off even with years of scrubbing.
Buy stock in Campbells; pea soup will be in short supply as demands for TV comedy props soar.
ThunderHawkk, I hear ya.
The message was great, not so much for the delivery.
Palin would have crushed that one out of the park.
I like Gov Jindal and hope for good things to come from his message. But I’d have to agree on the delivery. It had a sing-songy tone that made it feel like I was being read a childrens’ story.
The “Oh God” (which sounded more like “My God” to me) has to have been Matthews. Inexcusable.
You elitists on here (you know who you are….well, actually, you probably don’t because elitists never seem to think of themselves as elitists) will never be happy with anyone. Buffoonery? Every time Obama is off the prompter I hear a real buffoon and this is from a guy many think is so educated and smart. The man uses the word “gonna”. And he uses it often. But, NO, he is so well edumacated. Affirmative action all the way.
You want buffonery? Algore. Maybe that’s too easy a target seeing as he is probably insane (society used to politely refer to it as eccentric). Just look behind Obama while the State of the Union was being read (that’s right, he is a great READER, not a great speaker) and you see two full blown buffoons, HairPlugs and StretchFace.
Jindal was likable and honest. He was polite. He attacked without being nasty. He was ultamately un-offensive. Sure, he could have said more and brought a little more fight to the podium, but overall, he was laying ground work and trying to appeal to the masses, not just the elitists.
Only in your mind.
Uh, I guess you’ve never been in a real life and death emergency, where you and others are in responsible positions. You don’t exactly think about protocol at that time. Only bureaucrats do.
Jindal did relate that story on YouTube at the NRA National Meeting after Hurricane Katrina. There are 3 parts, and I don’t know which one contains the story, but it’s there. I advise you to take the time to watch. You seem to be short on facts.
I didn’t like the Jindal response at all. It WAS lacking in specifics, and rebutted almost none of Obama’s nonsense, for example, Obama whining with a straight face about Bush’s spending a week after increasing spending more in his first month than Bush did over 8 years.
Second, should Republicans be bringing up Katrina? Even though it’s complete BS, it has been ingrained in the public’s mind that Katrina was a disaster because Republicans are incompetent, and don’t like black people. Not exactly a good idea to remind folks of that huge “Republican failure” while trying to make the case that the other guy is bad for America.
Seriously, who is advising these people? If something doesn’t change, we’ll keep losing to moron after moron. Obama will simply be the first in a long line of morons that ultimately destroy this country.
Yes, I believe that was true, and it’s driving the MSM nuts trying to find something…anything…to put suspicion on his character. I wonder how many times his kindergarden teacher has been interviewed?
I’ll take substance over style any day of the week. I thought Jindal looked and sounded fine. But, honestly, I don’t care if he gives a good “performance” on TV. I care about actions. Let us see how Jindal and other Republicans act over the next few week/months. THat will be the “substance”.
Hopefully the “Oh, god” utterance was not aimed at the Governor-perhaps a tech spilled coffee on the control panel or such. Or perhaps those two full blown buffoons, HairPlugs and StretchFace walked by the control both and scared somebody. Yes, I hope there is at least some class at PMSNBC.
But I doubt it. They were most likely being rude.
And thanks to BobonStatenIsland for the two full blown buffoons, HairPlugs and StretchFace line; well done.
A decent man!
Unfortunately, the American public isn’t smart enough to recognize that the Reps were voted into office in LA AFTER the storm because the Dems were the party that failed them in preparation and prevention. The MSM ran with the “Rep disaster” storyline instead of the more responsible “diasters can happen, so be prepared” one. Yet another example of how a biased media hurts this country.
Where is Zell Miller when you need him?
This is a good start for a new beginning for the Repubs. Nothing flashy but he laid out the differences. Now let’s start building on this foundation for 2012.
Exactly! Instead of just letting Palin and Jindal speak to their natural style and in an unscripted manner, which is their strength, they have some speech writer prepare something that just makes them sound like any other politician. Reagan was a forceful and natural speaker. Jindal has the same qualities and will make a strong candidate as long as the RNC leave him alone. This is not a good start for Michael Steele.
Gov. Jindal’s delivery was not his best, but I honestly think he was nervous and it showed. I’ve seen him interviewed many times and what I saw last night was not the smart, funny and articulate Gov. Jindal I’ve seen before. His message, though, was honest and sincere. I don’t think he should run in 2012, he needs time to gain experience and grow into the great politician I think he can be.
More blah, blah, blah . . . blah from Obama. Unfortunately, Hume and his gaggle of beltway pouters had to put down Jindal and give Obama an unearned boost. I think it’s time FOX organized a new panel.
Considering this is his first real national moment in the spotlight, no doubt he was nervous, but at the same time calculated with the issues he chose to address.
The MSM is all about image. They want someone that looks the part of president whether they are qualified for the position or not.
They don’t care what the facts are. They don’t care what the message is. They are so shallow they could care less what is being said. It’s a Hollywood thing. It’s why you have such a blatant bias from MSNBC, ABC, CNN, NBC and CBS.
Any disagree?
The Ivory Tower syndrome. Hollywood, Politicians, and now Media, are the all important ones on the planet. The rest of us don’t count. Whoever can get their face on tv scores the points.
I thought the speech was delivered too slowly. I dunno. It just seemed “dumbed down” to me. However, believe me when I say that NO ONE is going to remember anything ThatOne said 3 months from now, much less Jindal’s speech.
I’ll raise you a hope n change that it was Matthews
I’ve read several comments that discuss how the GOP needs someone with style. Choosing style over reality is what got us our current President.
I understand that it is a sad, sorry state of affairs when we live in a culture that adores the style of its leaders rather than their actual ideas.
To paraphrase: ““I have a dream that our children will one day (once again)live in a nation where they will not judge their leaders by their style, but by the content of their message.”
For all the banter about comparisons of Lincoln & Obama, remember it was Lincoln’s message, not his style or delivery, that inspired the country. The same cannot be said for Obama.
And whoever has the most points wins. Right? So then I guess BHO is in the lead.
I’m hoping his star will fade but he is the points leader…for now.
Yup! +1
That is how those who worship at the foot of the tv see it.
Here are the facts: You referenced what Gov Jindal said at the NRA meeting on May 23, 2008. His remarks are in Part 2 at the 3:50 min mark. I referenced what Gov Jindal said, in his own words, on Sept 8, 2005. Which would be more accurate, what he said a week after the event, or what he said nearly three years after the event?
Did you read the WSJ link I provided? I advise you to take the time to read it.
Over any period of time a story can grow and become embellished. If there is a written record, especially in your own hand, you had better be consistent.
And, I stand by my saying Gov Jindal was not exactly consistent because in the OP-ED he invoked the usefullness of the Governmnet, and then spoke of less Government, last night. Some sort of caveat from him would have been helpful.
Its the content of his rebuttal that gets 5 stars. Everything else about the rebuttal can be refined. For me, the content is what’s important. Eventually his delivery will improve.
jjmurphy said: “I’ll take substance over style any day.”
Oh, yeah? Okay, well then get ready for Obama 2 in 2012. And then another Obama Socialist type after that…
When are we Conservatives gonna wake up and realize the rules of the games have changed! The only thing I care about is WINNING ELECTIONS and never having to endure another living nightmare like Obama.
When Jindal walked into the room and came toward the camera, all he needed was a fishing rod and a piece of straw in his mouth to make the image complete.
We may recall those days with fondness, but in case you haven’t realized, this ain’t 1955 anymore! Modern pop culture will destroy him and we get Obama 2.
We have substance, but they win the election!
I agree. It did seem dumbed-down to me too, but when you consider the electorate that voted the current moron into office…
I think he started out too ‘folksy’ and I thought to myself ‘I hope people stick it out & listen’.
I am with MM–I think his finish was strong; for those who cared to listen. Also, someone who uses the full phrase ‘September 11, 2001′ is great in my book.
Do you think anyone knew what day he was talking about?
Let me repeat, I will take substance over style any day of the week. You may be 100% correct in your view of voters. Heck, you are right! At least 52% are complete idiots. However, this is not an all or nothing dilemma.
48% of the voters did not fall for the “style”. Jindal or Palin or whomever, can speak to the 48% about substance. Let their actions speak to their substance.
Let the RNC and others worry about conjuring up the style for the 52%ers. We need to use all the tools in the shed. You don’t think there are some marketing geniuses out there who could turn the “fishing rod and a piece of straw in his mouth” into a gold mine of votes?
I go for substance, yes, but use “style” where you need to. ALL THE TOOLS IN THE SHED!
Heck yeah they do…it was the day Bush started lying!
/sarc
I like Bobby, he’s a smart guy (and a nice guy).
But he has zero charisma. He doesn’t inspire me in the least. We need someone that does.
Bobby ain’t it.
Sounds like one of them whispered “Oh God” and the other one giggled. I’d bet on Matthews to be the giggler.
I’m laughing at that image out loud, txvet2.
So many things come to mind…just one of them is that Matthews is the newest Batman nemesis, ‘The Giggler’. He uses bad breath to stun his victims.
I’ll leave you to deduce how his breath becomes so foul.
I can’t believe all of the racism spewing forth on sites like Democrat Underground today concerning Jindal. Pretty apparent to me that selective racism is ok as far as the left goes. We’ve seen it with Michelle and also with Jindal.
ThunderHawk: Are you saying a man who was tortured so brutally to the point he can’t lift his arms above his shoulders is disqualified to be POTUS?
I know many former POW’s who suffered terribly at the hands of the Communists (including the Soviets, Cubans and North Koreans — who all claimed they weren’t “involved” in the Vietnam War).
There was a major effort by the Air Force to return to flight status each of the flight crews who were POWs once they were repatriated.
One I worked with could never get physically qualified for even a single “Freedom Flight” because of the variety of maladies he suffers from the torture meted out in the Hanoi Hilton.
If you think McCain is pathetic because he can’t raise his arms over his head, perhaps you would like to experience the same treatment and then tell us what you think.
Have you ever concluded that Obama is not presidential material?
Not mention not legally quified.
Make that not to mention not legally qualified.
Having just “substance” won’t get him elected. He needs to get lots and lots of practice and tips from professional speakers. He needs to become a good orator. After 8 years of Bush fumbling for words, I want a President who can commuincate and inspire the people. I love Bobby Jindal, but he needs to become a better public speaker or he is out.
Which Presidents do we remember the most as being Great?? Lincoln, Kennedy, Reagan. The gift of oratory skill! The next President must be as good an orator as the current One.
I think the “Oh God” was Matthews and it is being misread that it was because of Governor Jindal. It sounded more, uh, more orgasmic. Remember Obama was just finishing a stylish presentation.
Movies can look great until you add a soundtrack.
I’ll take any substance or all style.
Bobby Jindal is real. The Liberals will peak and over reach. Sarah Palin is real.
The quality of lifetime experience is not that of D.C. or that of Illinois thug style politics. You birds of a feather better enjoy it while you can , cause , Matthews and his kind will peak.
And after 4 years of having a president who speaks nicely, but does almost the exact opposite of what he promises every time, people might begin to realize a few pretty words don’t mean anything unless there’s actually follow-through.
I must have missed it – how did the loudmouth at MSNBC react to getting fired?
You must be talking about Olberdork. No, he never had a reaction to getting fired that I heard of. He did make a comment about needing to leave the RNC because of “threats to his safety”. He is not only a liar, but a coward as well. He doesn’t mind spewing hate speech from the padded rooms at MSNBC, but out in the real world he back tracks quite a bit.
I didn’t watch the speech so I didn’t get to see Jindal’s response, but he has always been one of the most elegant, non-straying/on-topic conservative politicians I’ve heard in some time; he has always presented himself as informed on most any issue, and cited valid examples and sources to support his credibility.
If he had an off night with his premiere on the national stage, it was probably just that – an off night (likely due to over-coaching) – and nothing more.
If Bobby wants to be successful in his speeches, he needs to write them himself. That way, they will be his own words and he will be comfortable with them. Speechwriters can really miss the mark.
I agree with all of that except
We made significant strides in the Reagan years,
but now the “Soviet menace” has their representative occupying the office of President of the United States.
Agreed.
Also, I thought his rebuttal was like Domino’s, it delivered baby.
What always strikes me about Gov Jindal is his lightning quick mind, he never falters or stutters, and his words per minute are off the charts. You better not blink or you’ll miss an entire policy point.
He is also strikingly competent. I thought his rebuttal resonated that. Compare what a President Jindal press conference might look like, compared to the amateurish, incompetent outing Obama had. “…Annnnnnnnnnnnnnd”
Style and substance were both there for me last night. Call me crazy.
The guy is the one to watch. I honestly feel sorry for anyone that is going to have to cross paths with him on his road to the White House in 2012. Republican debates, presidential debates assuming he gets there…who wants to go up against him? Seriously! He will eat Obama for breakfast in a debate, are you kidding me?
I love Gov Palin, but I don know how she is going to ultimately top Gov Jindal. His sheer competence and intelligence, and yes, solid conservative credentials are going to win the day.
I love Gov. Palin too, but perhaps as Gov. Jindal’s VP. Then, after 8 years experience in the WH, she would be more than ready to take over the top spot. I also believe in Santa Claus.
I agree with your post. I’ve seen him interviewed and he is lightening-quick. Last night he wasn’t at his best, though when you read the transcript of his rebuttal, he would have knocked it out of the park, had his delivery been as it usually is. He has time on his side, though, so I wouldn’t judge Jindal by last night’s performance alone.
I thought he sounded fine. It wasn’t flashy, but then I don’t want politicians who are groomed like American Idol stars.
More proof that NBC’s Leftist turn is really starting to hurt it’s affiliates.
How come David Brooks thinks Republicans are stupid?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1Oj6CCzbPQ
He was trying to sound all folksie and “down-to-earth”. It came across as phony,sorta like another republican politician I know. At least he didn’t wink.
Also why oh why start off with all the business about “oh gee we have a black president addressing Congress, let’s pat ourselves on the back”. It’s so corny. His race is irrelevant.
Bobby is a smart guy though, and I don’t distrust him or anything. He’s seems like good ole fashioned “good people” whose politics I disagree with greatly.
ahh; what fresh hell is this?
I believe you are correct that it was chrissy. He looked down at this huge growing stain on his dockers and groaned “oh, gawd”. Then he asked if anyone had a cigarette.
Apparently, Glen Beck’s show is number ONE in his time slot, getting better ratings than all his competition in the same timeslot combined. I love that chubby teddy bear.
Why should Katrina be taboo? It sheds light on Nagin’s and Blanco’s incompetence, NOT President Bush’s nor FEMA’s.
we know liberals are stupid, you demonstrate it with every post…
Beginning a sentence with “how come” while attempting to make another group appear stupid is extremely ironic.
The GOP should have used Gov. Palin for this rebuttal. She’s the Anti-Obama: white, successful, self-made, non-Ivy league, church-going, funny, witty, and actually in charge of something she’s NOT running into the ground. Giving Jindal a presence on the national stage doesn’t hurt at this point but letting Palin hammer at Obama’s Marxist policies would have been sweet. Yes, liberals love to hate her, but that’s the point of using her. Libs are going to hate anything ANYONE says at this point which is counter to what Obambi’s preaching/selling. When all of that crap fails, and they’re eating crow in a year or two, there’s nothing wrong with being able to come back and say “Well, Palin told you so all the way back after Obambi’s first Congressional speech!”
The GOP needs to improve their Big Game strategies, IMHO.