Limbaugh: Recent Iraq violence shows "terrorists have voted Democrat"
On the October 19 edition of his nationally syndicated radio show, Rush Limbaugh declared that the recent surge in insurgent violence in Iraq indicates that "terrorists around the world, particularly those in Iraq, are voting Democrat today." Limbaugh maintained that "the terrorists, the Islamofascists, the jihadists" are the "key voters in this year's election," and that "[t]hey are trying to create as much havoc as possible; raise the level of violence in order to affect the midterm elections." He added: "What could be the best outcome for them [the terrorists]? Cut and run, right? Whose strategy -- whose policy amounts to cut and run? Democrats."
As Media Matters for America has extensively documented, Limbaugh has previously asserted that terrorists "sound like" Democrats, accused Democrats of sympathizing with Al Qaeda, and stated before the 2004 presidential election that if Sen. John Kerry (D-MA) won, it would "give Osama bin Laden bragging rights all across the Middle East," and that "militant Islamists" would conclude that "they had the ability to affect the election of this country without firing a shot." According to Talkers magazine, The Rush Limbaugh Show reaches more than 13.5 million listeners each week, the largest talk radio audience in the nation.
From the October 19 edition of The Rush Limbaugh Show:
LIMBAUGH: The key voters -- enough teasing here, folks -- the key voters in this year's election are the terrorists, the Islamofascists, the jihadists. What will Al Qaeda do to influence the election? What will Iran's leader, Ahmadinejad, do? By -- by the way, he just said yesterday on some -- maybe it was earlier today -- on state television in Iran that Israel is illegitimate and doesn't deserve to exist. Let's keep negotiating, shall we? Like we're negotiating with everybody else. Come on, folks, I'm not making this up, and I'm not exaggerating.
Al Qaeda, the Islamofascists, the jihadists: They have an interest in the outcome -- a life or death interest, or death or death interest -- however you want to characterize it. Who do you suppose they're rooting for? Who do you think bin Laden and Ahmadinejad and -- well, let's even throw in Hugo Chavez -- who do you think they're rooting for? Well, remember, they're not undecided. This group is not undecided, ladies and gentleman. They have their minds firmly on what could be the best outcome for them. Cut and run, right? Whose strategy -- whose policy amounts to cut and run? Democrats. Maybe because they don't approve of war; they're anxious to redeploy; they're easily duped into negotiating; they prefer to talk rather than act.
Maybe, though, let's consider the possibility terrorists vote Republicans. After all, the liberal argument is that Republicans are creating a whole new generation of terrorists. Liberal politicians all over Arab TV, all over American TV, saying America can't win the war. If that's the case, the terrorists should want Republicans to hold the House and the Senate, so that we can keep losing the war and keep creating a whole new generation of terrorists.
You see, this could go either way. How are the terrorists going to decide what to do? It's not so easy. It looks at first like they would automatically support the Democrats, because the Democrats get out of the world and basically turn over the rest of the world to the -- to the terrorists. But the liberals tell us that it's Bush that's creating all these terrorists. If you're a terrorist, wouldn't you like a bigger and bigger and bigger family of thugs and murderers willing to die for your cause? So, it's a tough thing.
The undecided: Which way will they go? Which way will the terrorists vote? More attacks or a timeout? More threats or fake piece overtures? So, we have two questions: Who are they rooting for and what will they do about it? Sadly, I haven't seen the latest Zogby poll that has polled the terrorists or the jihadists or Al Qaeda on their preference. There is no Ali Abdullah Morris; there is no Yasser Pew, and there is no Ali Zogby or Hakim Rasmussen that I have seen. We won't know until they vote. But ladies and gentlemen, I -- the reason I repeat this for you, is, from September, is because this sound bite -- I've put together a montage of NBC's Richard Engel and CNN's Barbara Starr reporting on the Iraqi insurgence and the November elections.
[start audio clip]
STARR: The insurgents are looking at the midterm elections here in the United States as a target of opportunity, trying to raise the level of violence in order to affect those midterm elections.
ENGEL: They believe insurgents are intensifying attacks against American soldiers now in an attempt to influence November's midterm elections.
[end audio clip]
LIMBAUGH: Question answered, ladies and gentleman. It's no more a question of will the terrorists decide to vote Republican or Democrat in this election -- and here are our sources from the horse's mouths: Barbara Starr and Richard Engel, NBC and CNN.
The insurgents have made up their minds and they are voting. They are trying to create as much havoc as possible, raise the level of violence in order to affect the midterm elections. Sounds to me like they're voting Democrat. Sounds like the terrorists around the world, and particularly, those in Iraq, are voting Democrat today, because they think an increased level of violence and death will cause you -- I'm not talking about you cut-and-run conservatives because you're not voting, but those of you who are going to vote -- you're going to vote against the Republicans because you're going to blame the Republicans for the increased insurgency and death and destruction in Iraq.
So, it's obvious now what they want and we no longer have to guess -- drive-by media has told us: Terrorists have voted Democrat. The early voting's begun; they're voting Democrat plain as day.
I don't know about anyone else, but what burns me up the most about this post is the whole "Democrat" instead of "Democratic" thing, much more so than the content of his rant. I expect Limbaugh to say rediculous, demonizing things, but for some reason the "democrat" thing infuriates me. If their whole goal with that change-up was to annoy democrats, them mission accomplished with me because it makes me want to punch him in the gut.
Don't let it get you down. I, for one, would be quite pleased if the lack of basic grammatical skills was the only problem with contemporary conservatives.
The Consequence of an Ignorant Electorate!!
This would define what, and who Rush is! The nation under a drumbeat of Republican Commie Fear mongering that started with the Nixon Administration, and hasn’t stopped to this day has neutered the civic conscience of the our nation.
We decided some how that ignorance of communism, Karl Marx, Lenin, Mao, or on the evolution of Fascism, will keep this from happening in America.
The fact is the ignorance of these political models is the reason they may re-emerge as threats in the future. We in this nation by re-electing the Neo-Cons whom are in truth American Fascists that have taken over the Republican National Committee are a perfect example of what happens when a nation whom have two or three generations of civically illiterate voters are without the insights into politics to see the damage this administration has inflicted on our nation.
The crimes against our Constitution, Bill of Rights, the arrogance to admit they have been spying on us since before 9/11/2001 and that we should be unpatriotic to stand up and object to these crimes.
We need civics back in the classroom, we need to allow free expression of curious minds on all political thought to strengthen the electorate, and to re-enforce that democracy no matter how disorganized, messy, and frustrating it may become, is the only civilized form of governance that will see us thrive as a civilization of the future.
Happy Thoughts;
Dan Grady
it's always educational to hear limpbaugh verbalize his line of logic just to find out how he comes to his conclusions. This was no less enlightening.
One problem, though: Wouldn't the terrorists be voting R with all their violence? Because, after all, the increased violence and dead US soldiers put Bush back in office during the last election. I understand that terrorists are crazy, but surely they're not stupid. I would think if they're smart enough to figure out how to vote for democrats by proxy, they'd be smart enough to learn from past experience.
Blowing eachother up in the name of allah is pretty damn stupid.
No insult to you neondesert.
I admit I have a hard time conceiving that their morons are winning the tactical war against our moron. Call me patriotic, but I expect an American moron to be world-class.
I should be listening to my conservative friends. They always disagree with me when I say Bush is a world-class moron. I guess I'll have to admit they're right.
Did the radio broadcast cited here also go out over the Armed Forces Radio Network?
If so, then this politically charged slander becomes reason enough for the next Congress to demand that this republican (highly paid) "media" hack be dismissed from any government-sponsored radio broadcast...
And also for the FCC to consider this hack's broadcasts on privately owned radio networks to be nothing but paid political messages.
The next Congress has that power, in budgeting the DOD and in overseeing the FCC.
I've advocated this for a long time. His show is nothing more than 15 hours per week of free advertising for the Republican party, and should be treated as such. And, yes, the Liberal talk shows should be treated the same way. Either that or bring back the Fairness Doctrine.
No, the free market won't fix the problem, because the deck is too heavily stacked in favor of Conservative talk radio.
Don't let Tommy hear you say that!
Don't you know that the free market is maaaaaaaaaagic!
Nah, but it shows he's still a big, fat idiot. The only thing dumber than this cretinous, drug-addled hypocrite is the losers that buy his shtick.
Blowing eachother up in the name of allah is pretty damn stupid.
No insult to you neondesert. - evillib1727 /
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Yeah, shmendrik, letting our guys get blown up for nothing in the name of shrub is much smarter.
Don't hold your breath waiting for the same pass ya gave neondesert, sport.
This is where we hear about all the cash rovesputin and the rest of the repo scum have raised.
Steinbrenner spent a fortune on the Yanks.
Nobody could stop that modern-day murderers row line up they fielded. Certainly, not the likes of Detroit. How'd that work out. Ask Jeter who's starting the opener for them in March's Grapefruit League action.
Hastert, reynolds and boehner ain't no Sheffield, Giambi and Godzilla. Then again, maybe they are. They didn't hit either. Oh, well, blame it all on A-Rod. It's either him or the Clintons.
I think I got dumber reading this crap.
Quick questions Rush - 2 years ago there was violence in Iraq, right? Why didn't that lead to Kerry winning? Do you mean to say that they decided that they would step up the level of violence deliberately before the midd-term elections but ignore the preseiential elections?
Or does such a line of questioning make me a terrorist?
But then again, Viagra and Oxycotin still haven't landed Limbaugh in jail. So go fig.
...aren't people used to this blatant fear-mongering crap by now? Does it still work? Fatty Limbaugh says it...therefore it is so? I sure hope not.
Besides the utter insanity of any arguement to the idea that Osama bin Laden, Kim Jong Il and Ahmadinejad are interested in influencing the United States congressional election is pure nonsense. Besides, if the Republicans are the "National Security" party, as they claim to be, wouldn't this recent increase in violence and global threats to the U.S. only serve to validate essentially the only issue the GOP plans to run on?
But I had to chime in about the "Islamofascist" terminology. If there were not already enough evidence of right-wing talking points originating from the White House, the "Islamofascist" craze that appears to be sweeping the nation is hard to ignore. I remember it started about two months ago. I think it is a little more than coincidence when, within the span of one week, basically every right wing pundit started using the same made-up word to describe Islamic terrorists.
Curious...
...they're like lemmings. But, a united front is more difficult to conquer. And, that they are very good at.
Why would they vote Democrat when they are so handily kicking America's ass under the Republicans? If it aint broke, don't fix it. After all these years the wisdom of Rush Limbaugh still continues to escape me.
who's running for Congress. Mr. O'Really, please give us their perspective on the Lieberman/Lamont race or the Foley scandal. Next he'll be saying that the terrorists have no plan for America and start calling them flipfloppers. Who are they rooting for? The Cardinals or the Tigers?
It's Mr. Limpbaugh not Mr. O'Really.
Iraqis refugees of fleeing their homes too close to November specifically to influence the elections.
the drive-by media was biased for the Left only two months ago by reporting the violence in Iraq....guess the media is now in Bushs' pocket because they keep reporting on the death and destruction and it is helping Bush. I am confused. I attempt to listen to some of Rush L's show to understand why his sheep follow. But I have a rule to change the station whenever he spews hate about anyone or uses the Clinton name. I must admit that I cannot get through 2 minutes of his show due to his hate speech. Never even heard any of his sponsers.
They never had it so good. Isn't it obvious?
There is absolutely nothing that Rush and his fellow conservative pundits won't spin into good news for the Republicans. So now violence in Iraq is a good thing? I'd laugh if it weren't so tragic.
Terrorists vote Democrat? Gee, that would be a tad unthankful; especially since Ronald Reagan got Islamic terrorism started in the first place.
Do not forget Jimmy and the hostages! Wow, it sure slips one's mind when it does not work in one's favor! The man who helped create the Islamic State. The country Israel and the U.S. will have to go to war wth someday! Thank you Jimmy!
Carter helped create the Islamic state? You do realize of course that statement is pure distilled stupidity. If anyone was responsible for making Iran an Islamic State it was Eisenhower. He is the one that overthrew the democratic government of Iran in 53. We imposed the brutal Shah Palahvi on them for 25 years of Savak brutality and torture. The BLOWBACK from that event more than anything else created Iran as an Islamic State as opposed to a true democracy. I see you are already Cheerleading for war more glorious war. Which, like this one I assume you will cheer from the sidelines. Warmongers unite the GOP needs you. keep up the good work, ignorance, fear mongering and lying is all you've got.
I guess Diebold can't the contract for his machines over there.....Sorry, I forgot they don't have electricity anymore.
1. Both agree terrorist at Gitmo desevre lawyers provide by the American Taxpayer. 2. It is ok to show American soliders being shot, but we should not show the WTC towers coming down because this will offend Muslims. 3. Terrorist are covered by the U.S. constitution while tring to kill Americans. 4. It is ok for terrorist to kill women and children because they are freedom fighters, but our soldiers cannot make a mistake of killing innocent people while in battle! 5. It is wrong for the NSA to monitor terrorist phone calls about killing Americans because they have constitutional rights. 6. Both agree the American soliders need to be out of Iraq! 7. It is wrong to water board terrorist because this is cruel, while the terrorist can torture and kill our troops. 8. Terrorist and Democrats have no use for innocent lives if they can benefit! 9. Both hate Republicans because they think Republicans represent Christian intersts! 10. Terrorist deserve better medical care than the average American at Gitmo. 11. Both think Bush is the terrorist in the War on Terror! Looks like Democrats and Terrorist believe in the same issuses!
that you are a rock. Sorry if I have insulted any Republican rocks...but this brilliant human being is one of yours. Actually, we all know he is just having fun. "Mr. Number on my email address person", Lots of good porn sites out there..so get a grip on yourself and have fun there.
I always enjoy reading posts from conservatives who visit here and they provide a necessary balance to the discussion of the issues of the day. I, however, see no usefulness is posting talking points straight from Hannity or Limbaugh or wherever you learned this crap. All of your points are completely ridicukous, most esp. #2. The media hasn't shown the towers falling? You've got to be kidding me. My biggest problem with your post is that you made 11 points. You should have shrunk it down to 10. It sounds more official that way. Haven't you ever watched George Carlin, if Moses had come down the mountain with 11 Commandments the Jews would have him to f@*% off.
I always enjoy reading posts from conservatives who visit here and they provide a necessary balance to the discussion of the issues of the day. I, however, see no usefulness is posting talking points straight from Hannity or Limbaugh or wherever you learned this crap. All of your points are completely ridiculous, most esp. #2. The media hasn't shown the towers falling? You've got to be kidding me. My biggest problem with your post is that you made 11 points. You should have shrunk it down to 10. It sounds more official that way. Haven't you ever watched George Carlin, if Moses had come down the mountain with 11 Commandments the Jews would have told him to f@*% off.
Notice this guy thinks torturing people is OK...as long as you get to call them "terrorist".
Remember that the Nazi Party attracted all the sadists and sociopaths, too.
1. Both agree terrorist at Gitmo desevre lawyers provide by the American Taxpayer.
-List the names of the terrorists and the full details of the crimes they committed against the U.S.
2. It is ok to show American soliders being shot, but we should not show the WTC towers coming down because this will offend Muslims.
-What the hell are you talking about?
3. Terrorist are covered by the U.S. constitution while tring to kill Americans.
-I’m not sure what you’re talking about; be more specific with your allegation. Also, refer to the retort of allegation #1.
4. It is ok for terrorist to kill women and children because they are freedom fighters, but our soldiers cannot make a mistake of killing innocent people while in battle!
-It’s not okay for anyone to kill innocent men, women or children.
5. It is wrong for the NSA to monitor terrorist phone calls about killing Americans because they have constitutional rights.
-List the names of terrorist they are spying on. And why is the Bush administration listening to people plotting to kill Americans? Those people should be in jail.
6. Both agree the American soliders need to be out of Iraq!
-Most of the world before and after invasion believed that the Bush administration should not have invaded and destroyed Iraq.
-The Iraq invasion seems to have only helped defense contractors make record profits and increased the terrorists’ recruitment efforts.
7. It is wrong to water board terrorist because this is cruel, while the terrorist can torture and kill our troops.
-Terrorists torture and kill. It’s not accepted; it’s just what they do hence the name terrorist. Neocons for some reason are content with Americans being labeled terrorists.
8. Terrorist and Democrats have no use for innocent lives if they can benefit!
-That’s the Bush administration policy. They have killed 2800 innocent Americans and over 100,000 innocent Iraqis apparently for reasons only known to Neocons.
9. Both hate Republicans because they think Republicans represent Christian intersts!
-Islamic Fundamentalists are more akin to conservatives than liberals.
10. Terrorist deserve better medical care than the average American at Gitmo.
-I think you should restate this allegation. I don’t think that’s what you meant to say.
11. Both think Bush is the terrorist in the War on Terror!
-There are many terrorists in the War on Terror. Think outside the box.
Go point by point and shred this inane list. The absolute stupidity of it makes that easy. However it has already been done ad nasuem. Your propaganda talking points are stale, discredited cliches. You propaganda parrots have NO ability for higher brain function. Your brain is capable of only two functions record, which gave you these great examples of stupidity, probably from Hannity or Limbaugh , then regurgitate. The most amazing thing is that you really think you are telling us something that is A) within the realm of reality and B) new to us. We have heard this tired combination of hatred and stupidity many, many times. The rebuttals have long since been done. Its too boring to do them again. The fact you are dumb enough to take any of that seriously tells us everything we need to know about you. Do the world a favor and increase your medication.
balance per se. Most of them just show us how they "think". And it's pretty scary. Illogical, inconsistent and brainwashed. I'll make an exception for Jeter. Most of the others just show such profound ignorance, it's breathtaking.
Bruce, Another American and for the most part tommy. This new guy is a waste of precious oxygen.
The last time I checked, unless you are an American citizen, you cannot vote in American elections, let alone 'Democrat', period. How, may I ask, can a terrorist vote in an American election? You are a worthless idiot, Rush.
Does anyone really take this seriously after you decipher the garbled rhetoric? I've got a few questions that maybe some of you can answer.
Do the terrorists REALLY want the Democrats to win so they'll redeploy troops? Do the terrorists REALLY want the Republicans to win so they can breed a "new generation of terrorists"? On that note, why do the terrorists cause violence against American military troops occupying their country?
Do terrorists really cause violence against American troops today because they want the Democrats to retake the House and Senate? The only indication that I have of thisis NOT from the terrorists... It's from an unofficial advisor to the Republican Bush Adminstration.
Welcome aboard, JTH1960. You and the other trolls should go out for drinks some time and get your talking points straight and get to know each other.
THANK YOU. njguy93@yahoo.com