MaudlinMutantMollusk: I know when I want thoughtful, in-depth political analysis, Charles Barkley is always my go-to guy in the paint

/seriously, Chuck... STFU and GBTW

GBTW? Being a hilarious loudmouth is his job, he was, by definition, working when he made that statement.

Romney's economic positions are turrible.

Doesn't this belong on the sports tab?

I don't know about "like a drum." If things go pretty much perfectly for Romney from here on out, he might narrow the margin of loss to the point where it could actually be considered a respectable showing.

Charles is a funny guy, but this shouldn't qualify for politics tab coverage any more than Sarah Palin's latest Facebook word salad should.

Dishonest article is based on dishonest survey. FTFA:

The widest gap -- 30 points -- came on a question about which political party is "generally more supportive of reducing the size of federal government." Seventy-six percent of Republicans, but only 46 percent of Democrats, correctly named the GOP.


Objectively, the greatest expansions of the federal government since LBJ occurred under Reagan and Bush Jr., while the greatest reduction occurred under Clinton. If therefore you're basing your answer on observed objective facts of reality instead of empty rhetoric, the correct answer is "the Democrats."

Other survey questions included:

"Which party wants to defeat the terrorists, and which one wants to surrender to them?"

"Which party supports a fiscally responsible balanced budget, and which one supports pointless irresponsible binge spending leading inevitably to American economic run?"

"Which party hates America just for its freedoms?"

Incredibly, say the survey authors, "those dumb liberals couldn't correctly identify the gallant Republicans and goofus Democrats on any of these issues, while Republicans were correct every time."

bdub77: Just like I don't listen to Ted Nugent (at all), I don't listen to Charles Barkley (for his political insights - his basketball commentary is occasionally hilarious).

That's my general take on Romney though, he seems like a nice guy on the surface. Although deep down you know he is a dick.

Eh, I don't automatically disregard somebody just because he or she is an entertainer. That said, I do disregard Ted Nugent, because the only things that come out of his mouth are hate, crazy, and Cat Scratch Fever.

I've always liked Barkley's willingness to stay whatever is on his mind. He's entertaining as hell.

Will Mitt Romney be a boss fight in Charles Barkley: Shut Up and Jam! Gaiden 2?

This is a man who's political opinion carries some weight.

/in all the right places girlfriend
//MMMMhmmm, you go girl

Expolaris: [i.huffpost.com image 640x880]

This is a man who's political opinion carries some weight.

/in all the right places girlfriend
//MMMMhmmm, you go girl

You've seen it.
You can't un-see it.

I wonder if anyone is going to investigate since someone threatened to beat a Presidential candidate?

Daraymann: I wonder if anyone is going to investigate since someone threatened to beat a Presidential candidate?

We get it, he's black.

bdub77: Just like I don't listen to Ted Nugent (at all), I don't listen to Charles Barkley (for his political insights - his basketball commentary is occasionally hilarious).

This.

Although if both statements turnout to be true (Romney is beaten like a drum and Nugent kills himself because of it) I would be more than OK with that.

monoski: Doesn't this belong on the sports tab?

No. This has nothing to do with pro wrasslin'.

The next time I want the opinion of someone who is a degenerate gambler, DUI offender, serial adulterer, college dropout who was paid slush money to attend college and who spits on kids in the stands, Ill make sure Chuck is at the top of the list.

Sorry Chuck--Flavor Flav is funny too but no one gives a shiat who he's voting for in November.

Daraymann: I wonder if anyone is going to investigate since someone threatened to beat a Presidential candidate?


I'm sure the Secret Service knows what a metaphor is...



/no no, I said "metaphor" not "met a whore"

Expolaris: Daraymann: I wonder if anyone is going to investigate since someone threatened to beat a Presidential candidate?

We get it, he's black.

Typical liberal. Always bringing race into everything.

Baz744: Dishonest article is based on dishonest survey. FTFA:

The widest gap -- 30 points -- came on a question about which political party is "generally more supportive of reducing the size of federal government." Seventy-six percent of Republicans, but only 46 percent of Democrats, correctly named the GOP.


Objectively, the greatest expansions of the federal government since LBJ occurred under Reagan and Bush Jr., while the greatest reduction occurred under Clinton. If therefore you're basing your answer on observed objective facts of reality instead of empty rhetoric, the correct answer is "the Democrats."

Other survey questions included:

"Which party wants to defeat the terrorists, and which one wants to surrender to them?"

"Which party supports a fiscally responsible balanced budget, and which one supports pointless irresponsible binge spending leading inevitably to American economic run?"

"Which party hates America just for its freedoms?"

Incredibly, say the survey authors, "those dumb liberals couldn't correctly identify the gallant Republicans and goofus Democrats on any of these issues, while Republicans were correct every time."

This is not the thread you are looking for...

There shouldn't be a poll in this country with Romney doing any better than ten points behind Obama. At least, that would be the case if Americans really understood how Romney made his millions at Bain and just how often and easily (and on record he is) with changing his positions on major issues.

But let's be real here. People like Newt, Frank Luntz, and Rove's "contributions" have pretty much put the final nail in the coffin of rational political discourse. It's all about your "team" winning, no matter the cost.

/what a f*cking travesty

MaudlinMutantMollusk: I know when I want thoughtful, in-depth political analysis, Charles Barkley is always my go-to guy in the paint

/seriously, Chuck... STFU and GBTW

...if a famous guy can't criticize a political figure, than what can a Joe Schmo on an internet forum do?

El Morro: There shouldn't be a poll in this country with Romney doing any better than ten points behind Obama. At least, that would be the case if Americans really understood how Romney made his millions at Bain and just how often and easily (and on record he is) with changing his positions on major issues.

But let's be real here. People like Newt, Frank Luntz, and Rove's "contributions" have pretty much put the final nail in the coffin of rational political discourse. It's all about your "team" winning, no matter the cost.

/what a f*cking travesty

I had the TV on yesterday for background noise and was disappointed to see the first political attack ad of the season. It was basically calling attention to Bain and the fact that Romney has no experience and all but saying "liar liar pants on fire" concerning a few things he's said.

I can't wait for the flip-flopper "etch-a-sketch" ads.

Ha! Remember when Charles came out as a Republican because he was rich? Apparently he figured out that there is another qualification needed.

lilbjorn

Ha! Remember when Charles came out as a Republican because he was rich? Apparently he figured out that there is another qualification needed.

Brains?

This is unremarkable. Charles can generally be relied upon to say something.....random.

I want to see a Charles Barkley/ Ted Nugent debate. They could have it as a warm up before a Presidential debate.

Tenga: I want to see a Charles Barkley/ Ted Nugent debate. They could have it as a warm up before a Presidential debate.

Best pay-per-view EVAR

Mitt Romeny is unerecta..unlectur....he can't win Ernah!

Will he unleash the Chaos Dunk?

I thought he was a funny guy until his terrible performance on SNL.

Still, he was great as the Chicago cop in the weed sketch.

/and I hear he was a good basketballer or something about sports

torr5962: The next time I want the opinion of someone who is a degenerate gambler, DUI offender, serial adulterer, college dropout who was paid slush money to attend college and who spits on kids in the stands, Ill make sure Chuck is at the top of the list.

Sorry Chuck--Flavor Flav is funny too but no one gives a shiat who he's voting for in November.

Well, we know now Rick Santorum's fark handle.

Millennium: I don't know about "like a drum." If things go pretty much perfectly for Romney from here on out, he might narrow the margin of loss to the point where it could actually be considered a respectable showing.

There's been an interesting twist that's developed since last year. It seemed that Obama was very beatable, and the only hope he had of beating a strong GOP candidate was if the economy improved. But they ended up with Romney, who's so weak that now he's the one who has all his chips in the economy (getting worse, of course).

Kenny B

O Bongo drum?

FTFY

Well, since Republicans disregard the opinions of Rhodes Scholars and Nobel Prize winners, there is no reason why Barkley should not throw in his opinion.

I only take political advice from DMX.

Harry_Seldon

Damn, man, that insult is as played out as the SJP Horse reference.