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You Might be a Republican if . .
It’s easy to see why California elected this man to be their Governor - - he is articulate, passionate and inspiring. His speech at the convention was a barn burner, from my perspective. One part of his speech had a sort of Jeff Foxworthy feel to it . . .
If you believe that government should be accountable to the people, not the people to the government…then you are a Republican! If you believe a person should be treated as an individual, not as a member of an interest group… then you are a Republican! If you believe your family knows how to spend your money better than the government does… then you are a Republican! If you believe our educational system should be held accountable for the progress of our children … then you are a Republican! If you believe this country, not the United Nations, is the best hope of democracy in the world … then you are a Republican! And, ladies and gentlemen …if you believe we must be fierce and relentless and terminate terrorism … then you are a Republican!
His movie references were the expected kind of schtick that only Arnold could pull off. Kind of schmaltzy - - but expected and the crowd loved it.
To those critics who are so pessimistic about our economy, I say: Don’t be economic girlie men!
if you believe we must be fierce and relentless and terminate terrorism
He said he was going to get a new leg … and get some therapy … and then he was going back to Iraq to serve alongside his buddies! He grinned at me and said, “Arnold … I’ll be back!”
The only line he didn’t say . . that I had kind of anticipated was something like: Asta La Vista, Kerry!. Well… I thought it was good.
Arnold reaffirmed all of the things that we already know about our President, George W. Bush - - that he is a man of conviction, perseverance and character. He gave an inspired speech that made you feel really proud to be an American, made you remember that America is the land of possibilities and opportunities, and made you feel proud to have GW as a President!
Arnold’s speech was followed up by a cold, icy shower of a presentation done by Bush’s daughters, Barbra and Jenna. They were cute and are to be commended for their commitment to their father, Our President, and his campaign - - however, it’s a good thing that the people don’t expect, or want, our First Family to be funny. Although, I have to give them the hamster quip - that was good.
…and we had a hamster, too - - Let’s just say, ours didn’t make it
The best part is when they introduced their father - - who then, introduced their mother . . .
Our First Lady, Laura Bush. This woman is a class act, head to toe. What a striking contrast to Teresa Heinz, who couldn’t be bothered to even barely mention her husband (the candidate, remember?) in her speech to the DNC. Laura Bush had a very poignant moment in her speech where she reminded us of something that SO needs to be remembered - That making the decision to take this country into war is not a decision that is come by very easily. Not like some would like you to think:
No American President ever wants to go to war. Abraham Lincoln didn’t want to go to war, but he knew saving the union required it. Franklin Roosevelt didn’t want to go to war - but he knew defeating tyranny demanded it. And my husband didn’t want to go to war, but he knew the safety and security of America and the world depended on it.
I remember some very quiet nights at the dinner table. George was weighing grim scenarios and ominous intelligence about potentially even more devastating attacks. I listened many nights as George talked with foreign leaders on the phone, or in our living room, or at our ranch in Crawford. I remember an intense weekend at Camp David. George and Prime Minister Tony Blair were discussing the threat from Saddam Hussein. And I remember sitting in the window of the White House, watching as my husband walked on the lawn below. I knew he was wrestling with these agonizing decisions that would have such profound consequence for so many lives and for the future of our world.
And I was there when my husband had to decide. Once again, as in our parents’ generation, America had to make the tough choices, the hard decisions, and lead the world toward greater security and freedom.
Amen, sister!
Favorite quote of the night:
Someone said that freedom is only a dream. They’re right - it’s the American Dream ~Arnold Schwarzenegger - 2004 RNC
( Arnold’s picture via WizBang )
September 1, 2004 - 03:18 AM on September 1st, 2004
Oh thanks so much for printing this..I’m sure AFN will replay this for us people overseas sometime this afternoon….I gotta see Arnolds’ speech.
September 1, 2004 - 05:58 AM on September 1st, 2004
I saw Arnold’s speech and I was keyed up. I stood in front of The TV, I couldn’t sit down. It insired pride in my country, pride in my people, pride in our military and pride in my president. (Which, by the way, was already there, his speech just helped to stir it up.) And I hope all those who missed it get to see it.
September 1, 2004 - 07:08 AM on September 1st, 2004
It was another great night of speeches. Arnolds line about this nation and not the UN being the best hope for this country was my favorite!:grin:
September 1, 2004 - 08:34 AM on September 1st, 2004
I think Laura Bush is a sweet, honest woman. I think she was a bit nervous last night (who wouldn’t be?) but she did very well nonetheless. President Bush is lucky to have her.
On another note did anyone see Lt. Michael Steele’s speech? His was awesome as well and being from Maryland I was especially proud of him.
September 1, 2004 - 08:37 AM on September 1st, 2004
We see all the girly men working for all the liberal news media all the usial left-wing journalists and others just look at the infamous New York Times and the way its trashed the swift boat vets and the same to the other liberal rags like NEWSWEEK,TIME,U.S.NEW AND WORLD REPORT and lets not forget the calfornia legislatior and who knows what else:cool::razz::roll:
September 1, 2004 - 08:50 AM on September 1st, 2004
Well I have to say that I sat there watching the Bush girls and felt kind of uncomfortable, it was like watching a train thay just might wreck
I know they are young and just out of school and I remember how I was at that age, I just think their speech could have been better written and a little more….something, anyone know what I mean?
They are very pretty and I think it is funny that all 3 Bush ladies have that same nervous giggle.
This is not a criticism, merely an observation.
September 1, 2004 - 09:18 AM on September 1st, 2004
DANG!!! I missed real entertainment! The GOP ought to sell videos of Arnold’s, Rudy’s, and even McCain’s speeches. They are priceless.
September 1, 2004 - 10:15 AM on September 1st, 2004
KGB, I felt the same way at first but then I realized that these girls were just less sophisticated than the Kerry girls. Their speech maybe could have been better but they did okay. One has to imagine theirselves on a stage overlooking alot of people. Supportive or not it has to be intimidating. Overall I think their lack of sophistication may have been a plus. It shows George and Laura raised their children just like everyone else raises theirs. With love and protection.
September 1, 2004 - 10:30 AM on September 1st, 2004
I have to agree! I watched the twins and thought…WOW…these girls are just like most teenage girls! They have not been “trained” to be in the public eye. Instead they have been protected and sheltered. I think it is a testament to the type of parents that George and Laura Bush are. I think it brought out the fact that they are just a typical American family that middle America can relate to…made them seem like “real” people. Being from West Texas myself….I can appreciate Laura’s nervous giggle and the mispronounced words of the President. We kinda speak our own language here!
September 1, 2004 - 11:01 AM on September 1st, 2004
The girls could have been supplied a better script to read. (Something without attempting so much humor.) They did fine considering what they were give to work from. Humor is so, so tough…
Laura did very well and ARNOLD WAS GREAT!
September 1, 2004 - 12:47 PM on September 1st, 2004
hey bon bon, i really don’t think that “less sophisticated” is the way to describe the girls. i think they are being themselves, which is more down to earth. the kerry girls appear to have been rehearsed. i don’t think any of the kerry girls are, by any stretch of the imagination, sophisticated. theresa telling a reporter to “shove it” and one of her daughters wearing a see-through dress to a premiere of some sort, shows just how UNsophisticated they are. i really agree with the statement you made about how they were raised.
September 1, 2004 - 02:17 PM on September 1st, 2004
The best way to describe the Bush twins’ speech is that it was given to appeal to the youth vote. It will not sway anyone over the age of 25 to vote Bush, but it might sway a college student to do so.
West Texans do speak their own language as I can attest to by attending college out there. The three Bush women did have the same nervous giggle and I thought this was a hilarious thing. Laura Bush is the perfect example of a Southern Woman.
September 1, 2004 - 02:42 PM on September 1st, 2004
to think the twins will sway anyone proves the point that we shouldn’t be listening to talking heads. this convention is just as phony as the Democrats. appeal to the 3 ppl in the suburbs of Philly who are too confused to know who they are..
suggestion: read position papers on policy, listen to the debates - be objective and let the talking heads talk. this ideological war does not aid America not Americans.
btw, is anyone here claiming Alan Keyes?
best
September 1, 2004 - 02:55 PM on September 1st, 2004
I thought the purpose of the speech was to acknowledge the members of the Bush/Cheaney team. It was supposed to be tongue in cheeck and I give them credit for doing it. The jokes were written for them, and delivering comedy is no easy task. I thought it was cute. Nothing more nothing less.
I thought it was hilarious though when they were not aware that the mike was on and they were waving to grandparents…the one says to the other..”they can’t even see us” that was too cute!:smile:
September 1, 2004 - 04:18 PM on September 1st, 2004
speech is overrated. as Thoreau said, “why build a telegraph between Maine and Texas if Maine and Texas have nothing to say to each other.”