While answering a question during a town hall meeting in Maquoketa, Iowa, Perry forgot about the about the standard deduction he built into his own flat tax plan, saying it would be gone.

Jindal quickly chimed in to correct him. “You actually keep the standard deduction in your flat tax,” said the popular Bayou State Republican.

“Oh that’s right, as a matter of fact we raise it to $12,500, uh, per family I think,” Perry replied. “Thank you for correcting me on that governor… not that I ever make a mistake.”

This might be an example of that, in which he characterizes Mitt Romney as essentially claiming the right to lie.

New Newtmentum!

One of those crazed little precious snowflakes is going to harm someone one of these days. How did they manage to get so close to Neut?

What they really want is for someone to punch them so they can start screaming at how violent conservatives and teh Pubbies are.

Rick PerryÂ’s swipe at Mitt RomneyÂ’s private equity career Saturday was delivered with the precision of a mallet. Perry lumped together Washington, Wall Street and government-sponsored mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, declaring Romney part of a general problem with taxpayer-funded largesse for government employees and bank bailoutsÂ…

“‘I don’t think you have to actually have an address on Wall Street to be a part of Wall Street. I don’t think anybody gets confused that Bain Capital is part of that whole Wall Street structure. I don’t think that’s lost on anybody,’ Perry told The Huffington Post Saturday…

“Perry’s comments risk looking like a pure anti-profit jab: a statement that because Romney made a lot of money in the general realm of high-dollar investments, he is de facto blameworthy. This kind of broad attack on the financial system is what got Newt Gingrich in trouble last week, when he too knocked Romney’s Bain Capital career.”

I think that conservatives should focus on getting in shape and taking some sort of hand to hand combat or self defense discipline -- boxing, wrestling, Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Tai, etc...

It's becoming increasingly likely you'll need it, either with the OWS thugs, the SEIU goons, or the welfare parasites.

I'm not as fit or as good at fighting as I used to be--getting older will do that to you--but I'll be goddamned if I'll be bullied or cowed by these fucks. If anyone comes at me the way that OWS clown did Newt, they'd better be ready for violence.

I know we're not there or anything, and maybe I'm going Godwin, but I always think of the Communists and Nazis fighting in the streets when I see this crap.

We're well on the way.

We really are.

Posted by: ErikW at December 21, 2011 04:14 PM (2Rblr)

1...2...3...4..."Give us some money to buy a pie". 

I think that's what I heard. 

Jeebus,

Here is why the Washington Post Gave the ad 4 pinos.

1. It quoted an article in the Washington Post.

2. It quoted an article in the Chicago Tribune.

3. The bill he worked on with Nancy Pelosi was only party about giving money for abortions in China. It was mostly about CURBING GLOBAL WARMING.

4. The ad states Ginrich was the only Speaker to be reprimanded. It's true but some other guy resigned before he might of been reprimanded so it's a lie now.

Amazing how we lose our disdain for fact checkers when they say something we like.

I think that conservatives should focus on getting in shape and taking some sort of hand to hand combat or self defense discipline -- boxing, wrestling, Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Tai, etc...

It's becoming increasingly likely you'll need it, either with the OWS thugs, the SEIU goons, or the welfare parasites.

I'm not as fit or as good at fighting as I used to be--getting older will do that to you--but I'll be goddamned if I'll be bullied or cowed by these fucks. If anyone comes at me the way that OWS clown did Newt, they'd better be ready for violence.

Posted by: Warden at December 21, 2011 04:17 PM (HzhBE)

If you're close enough to kick the bastard you're close enough to shoot him.

I think that conservatives should focus on getting in shape and taking some sort of hand to hand combat or self defense discipline -- boxing, wrestling, Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Tai, etc...

I concur, ol chum.

Can I count on you to join my new Righteous & Harmonious Fists party?

Posted by: The Q at December 21, 2011 04:18 PM (LnQhT)

You do know that Andy was a hellacious killer in duels, right?

I'm not as fit or as good at fighting as I used to be--getting older will do that to you--but I'll be goddamned if I'll be bullied or cowed by these fucks. If anyone comes at me the way that OWS clown did Newt, they'd better be ready for violence.

So will Advanced Early-Onset Curmudgeonhood.

I've been practicing the Quick Throat Punch Move, tho'.

@10  "The world's gone nucking futs. When can we start killing people?"

Patience, BFM.  It's always more satisfying after a little foreplay...or so I'm led to believe.

If you're close enough to kick the bastard you're close enough to shoot him.

That's assuming you're cool with walking around with a handgun.

I live in a conceal carry state, but I'm not willing to go that far. Carrying a quality folding survival knife that fits in your pocket, however, does seem to be a prudent habit these days.

Posted by: booger at December 21, 2011 04:22 PM (EjNp5)

don't insult monkeys.

Posted by: Entropy, and if you don't agree you hate America and want Obama to win at December 21, 2011 04:22 PM (AuQqX)

He cheated a little - he wore a big coat but turned edge on inside it.

Entropy, you remember Meghan?

Not really no.

Posted by: BackwardsBoy, President, Curmudgeon's Union Local 427 at December 21, 2011 04:22 PM (d0Tfm)

I will be stealing that and using it as an excuse for my behavior at pretty much every public event...and most private ones.

I live in a conceal carry state, but I'm not willing to go that far. Carrying a quality folding survival knife that fits in your pocket, however, does seem to be a prudent habit these days.

Posted by: Warden at December 21, 2011 04:22 PM (HzhBE)

Well Warden, when they pull their gun will you respond with your knife?

Warden, do you remember the arguments with Megan about MMA?

Yeah, she said those guys are sissies who would lose a "real" street fight.

I disagree.

Seriously, when you're at that level,  you're going to be able to handle 99.9999% of the population. Can you beat a Navy Seal? Who knows? Who cares?

And just because you follow some rules in the ring doesn't mean you'll follow them if you're fighting for your life.

A Jiu Jitsu expert can bite, eye gouge and head butt, too.

Posted by: Joffen at December 21, 2011 04:24 PM (zLeKL)

Good news for us, bad news for the cheatingsumbitch Demorats.

4. The ad states Ginrich was the only Speaker to be reprimanded. It's true but some other guy resigned before he might of been reprimanded so it's a lie now.

I was seriously crooked. Shameless, too.

Well Warden, when they pull their gun will you respond with your knife?

I'm just saying that conceal carry isn't for me. I'm glad it's an option for other people, though.

It's not for me.

I'd carry everywhere if I could but we are the last state in the union that still bans guns and denies there is a number between 1 and 3.

Posted by: Truck Monkey at December 21, 2011 04:25 PM (jucos)

A chick who will go to bed with a man but brings her girlfriend along.

I approve.

Posted by: what rick perry has been up to at December 21, 2011 04:16 PM (a4lmz)

----

Why don't you provide the link to HuffPo when you quote it like that?  Aren't you proud of relying on Democrat mouthpieces for your information? 

Posted by: Joffen at December 21, 2011 04:24 PM (zLeKL)

--

I'm not sure how they could have ruled any differently but there were three dissenters - the usual suspects.  We still have no voter ID law here in Okiehoma.  If anyone wanted to, they could walk into my polling place and vote using my name - no ID required.  

Posted by: Joffen at December 21, 2011 04:24 PM (zLeKL)

Guess what i did when i read that?

Posted by: Jeremiad was a Bullfrog at December 21, 2011 04:30 PM (Wqfrr)

Posted by: Joffen at December 21, 2011 04:24 PM (zLeKL)

Good news in a bad news week.  Now, on to immigration and Ocare.

Indiana provides IDs free of charge to the poor and allows voters who lack photo ID to cast a provisional ballot and then show up within 10 days at their county courthouse to produce identification or otherwise attest to their identity.

Stevens said these provisions also help reduce the burden on people who lack driver licenses.

Posted by: Joffen at December 21, 2011 04:32 PM (zLeKL)

If it was good news then, it's still good news now. 

Posted by: Empire of Jeff at December 21, 2011 04:31 PM (vzFJV)

Learn some joint locks and some strikes, and you'll be all set. And always reap straight into the crotch!

Posted by: Billy Bob, the 1% at December 21, 2011 04:11 PM (hXJOG)

He's been doing a bus tour across Iowa, he has something like 24 stops scheduled since yesterday to the end of the month. Next closest is Bachmann at nine with 5 yesterday and 4 today. Both Newt and Romney have no more scheduled stops in Iowa through the 31st.

Perry is touring with Bobby Jindal, yesterday walked down main street in De Witt (pop. 5k+) with it's mayor. Seems maybe to be lining up local support. He is also blitzing with a bunch of ads. 

If you want to know what is going on on the ground in Iowa, check Iowa Caucuses.

Poor people can't afford IDs?

Don't you need ID to collect welfare? How do those poor people get their needs met by the federal government if they don't have IDs?

BOA bought Countrywide in 2008. Prior to that they did make minority loans but at higher interest rates than prefered loan applicants based on loan qualifications.

The federal mandates state that minoritys must be given the same rates regardless of risk involved. Thus by federal statute, minorities are MORE EQUAL than all the other loan applicants.

Also, since we have the first post racial Preznit and Attorney General all minority preferences will be enforced. No matter how far back we have to go to enforce them.

Next up: Reimbursment for Southern Slavery prior to the Civil War.

That is all.

Learn some joint locks and some strikes, and you'll be all set. And always reap straight into the crotch!

Grabbing a finger and wrenching it is also pretty effective.

I'm still waiting for the return of the Ear Pinch Move.

Perry is touring with Bobby Jindal, yesterday walked down main street in De Witt (pop. 5k+) with it's mayor.

Posted by: Jimmuy at December 21, 2011 04:35 PM (hh/BN)

Er?

Posted by: Joffen at December 21, 2011 04:36 PM (zLeKL)

Well, Joffen, thats the last time you make an ass outta me. I reserve that privilege for me

Grabbing a finger and wrenching it is also pretty effective.

Twist until you hear the sickening crackle of ripped cartilage.

"I thought he was going to hurt me, Officer"

OT: Awww how sweet. Two semi hot lesbians win the drawing for the first kiss honors for a returning Navy war ship. Why did I know it was going to be the Navy.

http://tinyurl.com/7tzffb9

Do you carry a mini baton on your key chain?

Nope, just a church key. I was thinking more of Grandma's patented method of pinching the ear betwixt the thumb and forefinger.

However, if what you're referring to is something really effective I should know about, kindly put me to some knowledge.

OT: Awww how sweet. Two semi hot lesbians win the drawing for the first kiss honors for a returning Navy war ship. Why did I know it was going to be the Navy.

I don't see how that would work...unless they just, sort-of, scissored.

Posted by: Billy Bob, the 1% at December 21, 2011 04:11 PM (hXJOG)

Seems like he forgot what his tax plan was. Good thing he had Jindahl there to help him. maybe from now on jindahl can participate in the debate,s shove his arm up perrys ass and do a vantriloguist schtick!

Who recruited this guy and WHY?

Hey guys, look who's posting on the wrong thread!!!!!!!   ZOMG!!! What a DUMBASS!!!!!

OT: Awww how sweet. Two semi hot lesbians win the drawing for the first kiss honors for a returning Navy war ship. Why did I know it was going to be the Navy.

http://tinyurl.com/7tzffb9

Posted by: robtr at December 21, 2011 04:42 PM (MtwBb)

@10

The reason we had a housing bust was because banks were required to loan to people that had no incomes or assets or smaller incomes than required for the amounts of the loans.  The department of justice was threatening many banks with lawsuits if said loans were not made because minorities were denied these loans for homes.  This created a bubble market, where housing was in much greater demand than it would be in reality. 

We did not have a housing bust because banks loaned to minorities as you stated, we had a housing bust because banks were forced by the justice department to make loans to unqualified applicants, many of which were minorities.

The responsibility for the housing bust falls squarely on the democrates for pushing the justice department into threatening lawsuits against the banks for not making more loans to questionable applicants (ie. voters who vote democrat).

The fact that democrats are now saying that the banks were greedy and just after profits when making these questionable loans is simply breathtaking.  The MSM is completely in the tank for the left as usual in not exposing the role of the left in this housing bubble bust.

I think this is probably what you meant.

FIFY 

I don't see how that would work...unless they just, sort-of, scissored.

You ain't never seen some of that there hardware them gals use, have ya? Especially the Sawzall with the *ahem* "special attachment" on the business end.

Posted by: BackwardsBoy, President, Curmudgeon's Union Local 427 at December 21, 2011 04:52 PM (d0Tfm)

Naked Gun 2 1/2!

I think that conservatives should focus on getting in shape and taking some sort of hand to hand combat or self defense discipline -- boxing, wrestling, Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Tai, etc...

It's becoming increasingly likely you'll need it, either with the OWS thugs, the SEIU goons, or the welfare parasites.

I'm not as fit or as good at fighting as I used to be--getting older will do that to you--but I'll be goddamned if I'll be bullied or cowed by these fucks. If anyone comes at me the way that OWS clown did Newt, they'd better be ready for violence.

Posted by: Warden at December 21, 2011 04:17 PM (HzhBE)

I strongly recommend Aikido if you can find  a school affiliated with Karl Geis. The stuff he teaches works brilliantly and is actually more effective as you get older. Most of the people in his home dojo in Houston are 45 or older.

How well does it work? One of his black belts - a psychiatrist in his middle 50's was in a local gym practicing a judo foot sweep in one of the mirrors to see if he was doing it properly - when another person in the gym said "How well do you think that stuff you do would work if I took a punch at you?" The Psychiatrist responded: "I don't know lets find out".

Please understand that the person offering to throw the punch was an Olympic Gold Medalist heavy weight boxer. The boxer took his punch, the psychiatrist touched him with a single finger, the boxer went stumbling out of control across the gym and wound up crashing into a weight rack. The other people in the gym confirmed to him that all the guy did was touch him with one finger.

Doubtless all of you think that story is bullshit. However there are only so many Olympic Gold Medalist heavy weight boxers who live in Houston Tx. Figure out who that is - email him and ask him if that happened.

The mini baton is pinched behind the earlobe for a fulcrum. As you rotate up it forces the end of the baton into that painful spot directly behind the lobe. Hurts like hell. Actually just jamming your finger there hurts like hell this just gives you more force and control of the subject.

I have a friend who's into real Kung Fu. He's been to China and all. I should get him to show me a few moves. Sounds like my church key could be used that way also. It's one of those long ones made out of extruded aluminum.

Thanks for the heads-up.

BRB, taking B'Gal shopping.

Doubtless all of you think that story is bullshit. However there are only so many Olympic Gold Medalist heavy weight boxers who live in Houston Tx. Figure out who that is - email him and ask him if that happened.

Posted by: An Observation at December 21, 2011 04:55 PM (ylhEn)

Oh bullshit there are at least 17 that live there.

Posted by: Some guy you don't know at December 21, 2011 04:52 PM (aHfHQ)

This administration is still forwarding these policies.  They have been leaning on the banks to increase lending to minorities and into 'impoverished' neighborhoods. 

Posted by: Rick Perry at December 21, 2011 04:46 PM (5H6zj)

Forgiveness is for pussies.

This is too easy . You drunken fuckwads have lost your country to me !!!

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHH

Doubtless all of you think that story is bullshit.

I'm not trying to be a dick, but i think Aikido is next to useless.

Forgiveness is for pussies.

Posted by: WalrusRex at December 21, 2011 05:02 PM (jUZRg)

O/T:  The new EPA regulations for electrical power plants came out today.  Embrace the suck.

O/T:  The new EPA regulations for electrical power plants came out today.  Embrace the suck.

Posted by: Soona at December 21, 2011 05:09 PM (J8KG3)

Posted by: Joffen at December 21, 2011 05:03 PM (zLeKL)

A buddy of mine has well over 30,000 hours of flight time, mostly as a cargo pilot. I'm curious as to what his opinion is.

He loathes government anything so I can probably guess.

Judo, Aikio, and a few others are well suited to people who need to make up a lack of physical power.

Posted by: AllenG (Dedicated Tenther) says 'No' to RINO Romney at December 21, 2011 05:15 PM (8y9MW)

Was it Aikido that Sean Connery's character used in the bar scene in The Presidio, or was it Hollywood bullshit. 

Was it Aikido that Sean Connery's character used in the bar scene in The Presidio, or was it Hollywood bullshit.

Posted by: Soona at December 21, 2011 05:19 PM (J8KG3)

Aikido is supposed to be what Steven Segal is an expert at.

Speaking of Aikido, this always gave me a good laugh.

http://tinyurl.com/2eqttx

Posted by: © Sponge at December 21, 2011 04:59 PM (UK9cE)

I had forgotten about George - no, it wasn't him - much more recent.

I'm not trying to be a dick, but i think Aikido is next to useless.

Posted by: Warden at December 21, 2011 05:05 PM (hE0k/)

Most of it is. That is why I specified a school affiliated with Karl Geis - his shit works. He also teaches judo. I do both - they are both effective.

I used Aikido professionally as a bouncer at some topless clubs in Houston - it works as advertised.

Speaking of Aikido, this always gave me a good laugh.

http://tinyurl.com/2eqttx

Posted by: Warden at December 21, 2011 05:22 PM (hE0k/)

Don't know what that was, it certainly didn't look like anything I've ever learned. One of the great things about martial arts is that bullshit reveals itself - its structural qualities are very poor.

The toughest guy I ever fought on the street with Aikido was a starting linebacker for the University of Houston. Tough guy - 6'3" 235 lbs - bench 400 squat 600 - also a professional fighter; bouncer at a club. The week before he fought three guys at once - beat them all and held them for the police.

I was visiting one of the other bouncers - who did judo with me. My judo friend told the football player that I was an Aikido black belt. I was sitting in a chair minding my own business when the linebacker started a fight with me. His opinion of Aikido was much like yours - except he really was a dick, and he was going to prove that crap didn't work. Fifteen seconds later he evidently decided that he had been incorrect in his previous beliefs as he was on the ground screaming "No more - no more I give up".

The best part was the lecture I got to give him when I sat back down:"Son, there are people in this world you can't fuck with. Some of them are fat old men like me, some of them are women, you don't know who they are or what they look like, so you can't fuck with anybody." His face turned beet purple - but there really wasn't anything he could say.

I know we're not there or anything, and maybe I'm going Godwin, but I always think of the Communists and Nazis fighting in the streets when I see this crap.

It's a basic Socialist strategy. They display threatening behaviour and imply violence. Some of them commit bombings and assaults to make the implied violence more threatening, while the ones in the open claim that they are "just talking". Yet everyone knows that they have people among them that will escalate at anytime they feel like it, and none of the people that are "just talking" will do anything to prevent it. When the smoke settles they will just claim they are innocent while arguing that "if X hadn't been such an enemy of the People, this would not have happened."

National Socialists (nazis) were socialists at heart and had no problem countering communists with the same tactic, nor using it for others they saw as enemies.