Republican 2012 hopefuls open debate in New Hampshire

Gerald · 06-14-11, 02:36 AM

Michele Bachmann: "I was the very first member of Congress to introduce the full scale repeal of Obamacare"

Seven Republican presidential hopefuls have attacked President Barack Obama's economic record in the first major debate of the 2012 campaign.

The candidates for the party's nomination also focused criticism on his 2010 overhaul of the healthcare system, pledging to repeal "Obamacare".

They refrained from attacking one another, preferring to hit at Mr Obama.

Former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney is the front-runner in the field bidding to challenge Mr Obama.

The first Republican primary elections do not take place until February.

The president's handling of the economy and healthcare reform quickly drew criticism, while his policies in Afghanistan and Libya also drew fire during the debate at Saint Anselm College, in New Hampshire.

'Obamacare' anger

Early on Mr Romney said Mr Obama had "failed" America, while former House Speaker Newt Gingrich said a new president was needed to end what he termed "the Obama depression".

Minnesota Representative Michele Bachmann, a favourite of the anti-tax Tea Party movement, said she had filed regulatory paperwork to enter the race officially, and criticised Mr Obama's effort to establish a universal healthcare programme.

"His report card right now has a big failing grade," Ms Bachmann said. "President Obama is a one-term president."

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-13751433

Note: 14 June 2011 Last updated at 04:24 GMT

Platapus · 06-14-11, 06:03 AM

I was less than impressed with the Seven Dwarfs last night.

It is still early, but the GOP better get a good plan if they hope to get the independents.

Kerry lost in 04 because his platform was mostly "I am not Bush".

The GOP won't win in 12 if their platform is mostly "I am not Obama"

The GOP needs to give me a good reason to vote FOR them, not just reasons not to vote for the democrat.

It is still early, and I hope they will work on a platform.

Gerald · 06-14-11, 08:41 AM

Seven Dwarfs,great

AVGWarhawk · 06-14-11, 09:01 AM

Yeah!

Anyway, I like Pawlenty out of the entire bunch. We can say Buchmann is the best looking of the lot.

Gerald · 06-14-11, 04:55 PM

gimpy117 · 06-14-11, 05:34 PM

i say let them dribble. hopefully palin will run again so we once more realize the lunacy of some of the GOP's ideas

Platapus · 06-14-11, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Vendor

Seven Dwarfs,great

It was the obvious joke.

mookiemookie · 06-14-11, 09:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Platapus

Kerry lost in 04 because his platform was mostly "I am not Bush".

The GOP won't win in 12 if their platform is mostly "I am not Obama"

The GOP needs to give me a good reason to vote FOR them, not just reasons not to vote for the democrat.

Exactly what I've been saying. And I bet you that they won't learn from Kerry's mistake.

Gerald · 06-15-11, 08:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Platapus

It was the obvious joke.

Of course, but it was fun,

nikimcbee · 06-15-11, 09:29 AM

Still too early for me.

This early in the game, why are they doing debates hosted by CNN asking retarded questions. They all should have walked out on the first stupid question that dope asked.

Gerald · 06-15-11, 09:40 AM

The sooner the better, it can also apply this....

Takeda Shingen · 06-15-11, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nikimcbee

Still too early for me.

This early in the game, why are they doing debates hosted by CNN asking retarded questions. They all should have walked out on the first stupid question that dope asked.

Yeah, it's the media's fault that the Republican candidates are so crappy.

Gerald · 06-15-11, 10:01 AM

Yes, the media is not the best way to information all times,

Lord Justice · 06-15-11, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vendor

Yes, the media is not the best way to information all times,

Media what happend to those nightly horse rider messengers, and bell ringers, were they not a source for information! were they not?

gimpy117 · 06-15-11, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4Para

Media what happend to those nightly horse rider messengers, and bell ringers, were they not a source for information! were they not?

no!!!

don't say anything about olden times ever!!!!!! Then Sara palin will go off about the revolution, tea parties, and kings of England again.

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Gerald SUBSIM Newsman Join Date: May 2008 Location: Close to sea Posts: 24,254 Downloads: 553 Uploads: 0	Republican 2012 hopefuls open debate in New Hampshire Michele Bachmann: "I was the very first member of Congress to introduce the full scale repeal of Obamacare" Seven Republican presidential hopefuls have attacked President Barack Obama's economic record in the first major debate of the 2012 campaign. The candidates for the party's nomination also focused criticism on his 2010 overhaul of the healthcare system, pledging to repeal "Obamacare". They refrained from attacking one another, preferring to hit at Mr Obama. Former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney is the front-runner in the field bidding to challenge Mr Obama. The first Republican primary elections do not take place until February. The president's handling of the economy and healthcare reform quickly drew criticism, while his policies in Afghanistan and Libya also drew fire during the debate at Saint Anselm College, in New Hampshire. 'Obamacare' anger Early on Mr Romney said Mr Obama had "failed" America, while former House Speaker Newt Gingrich said a new president was needed to end what he termed "the Obama depression". Minnesota Representative Michele Bachmann, a favourite of the anti-tax Tea Party movement, said she had filed regulatory paperwork to enter the race officially, and criticised Mr Obama's effort to establish a universal healthcare programme. "His report card right now has a big failing grade," Ms Bachmann said. "President Obama is a one-term president." http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-13751433 Note: 14 June 2011 Last updated at 04:24 GMT __________________ Nothing in life is to be feard,it is only to be understood. Marie Curie

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Platapus Fleet Admiral Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 19,360 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 0	I was less than impressed with the Seven Dwarfs last night. It is still early, but the GOP better get a good plan if they hope to get the independents. Kerry lost in 04 because his platform was mostly "I am not Bush". The GOP won't win in 12 if their platform is mostly "I am not Obama" The GOP needs to give me a good reason to vote FOR them, not just reasons not to vote for the democrat. It is still early, and I hope they will work on a platform. __________________ abusus non tollit usum - A right should NOT be withheld from people on the basis that some tend to abuse that right.

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AVGWarhawk Lucky Jack Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a 1954 Buick. Posts: 28,253 Downloads: 90 Uploads: 0	Yeah! Anyway, I like Pawlenty out of the entire bunch. We can say Buchmann is the best looking of the lot. __________________ “You're painfully alive in a drugged and dying culture.” ― Richard Yates, Revolutionary Road

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nikimcbee Fleet Admiral Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Patroling the Slot. Posts: 17,952 Downloads: 90 Uploads: 0	Still too early for me. This early in the game, why are they doing debates hosted by CNN asking retarded questions. They all should have walked out on the first stupid question that dope asked. __________________

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