Bush signs unconstitutional "power grab" presidential directives NSPD51 and HSPD20, giving him full-dictatorial powers in the event of a loosely defined "catastrophic emergency."
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The directives define "catastrophic emergency" as "any incident, regardless of location, that results in extraordinary levels of mass casualties, damage, or disruption severely affecting the U.S. population, infrastructure, environment, economy, or government function."
It also states, "The President shall lead the activities of the Federal Government for ensuring constitutional government." In other words, the president gave himself the sole power and duty to interpret the constitution anyway he chooses, and neither Congress nor the public shall be allowed to debate or disagree on such matters.
Right now, the only thing standing between the United States' Constitutional Republic and Bush/Cheney's apparent desire to rule with an iron fist is a lesser event than that of 9/11.
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Devent Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 13:47:40
president bushit said go out and shop.go get duct tape and sheets of plastic to protect from the nuclear fallout.what a dumb fucking,awol,big eared,cocaine smoking,drunk driving,no baseball? managing(traded sammy sosa away)idiot. be afraid.....the politics of fear "be afraid, be vetty,vetty afraid "Jullien Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 14:10:39
You all missed a great show on Frontline tonight- "Cheney's Law", about the rhetoric after 9/11 and the lead up to the full-brunt American invasion of Afghanistan, Iraq, and the issue of (illegal/warrantless) domestic wiretapping. In short the Bush Administration has violated the Constitution and defied Congress numerous times. Sourced by two words- "Signing Statements". This makes me very angry. Especially with the stunt Gonzo tried to pull on Ashcroft in the emergency room ward.Daniela Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 14:33:38
"return on success! return on success!" yes, that was the theme of bush's address: the surge worked so well we'll soon fight this war with only the force we had there before. the slogan is new, the policy's tired. the slogan should be, "well folks, we're still mired." buck fush.ahahaaGeorge Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 14:56:37
no, obama isn't CFR. But his wife is. McCain is, their advisory groups are littered with CFR, Trilaterals', & the ultimate 'good ole boys' network, skull & bones. Parties are an illusion. we will continue to get fucked regardless, as long as people believe they can change things every 4 years it will continue. It's funny that FOX News defended Obama when Ron Paul questioned his intent.DUANE Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 15:19:36
If 9/11 was planned it would have to have been clinton.Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 15:42:35
It was the Democrats all along.Bernon Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 16:05:34
Read about the Zeitgeist movement. I just watched that movie.SOBK Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 16:28:33
I think he was speaking in context of election day. Also, it was a joke and a good one at that.Jeryl Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 16:51:32
the whole world recognizes that black man,uh,er, balack alambama as the pres.ahahaha read it and weep, but not too long cause it's all gonna be all right now.haahahahaJUAN Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 17:14:31
ahhaaha, nice try re-pube. gw bushit, the lowest rated pres in US history,(23%).it's called "lame duck","nada","zilch","zero"," "nothing"ahahaOdale Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 17:37:30
Guys, this just in: The EVIL regime of Bush/Cheney will cancel the elections. They will bomb Iran. They caused 9-11. They caused hurricane Katrina. Blah, Blah, Blah. Obama, what goes around comes around. See you on Jan 21, when I start calling for change.Joran Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 18:00:29
The point here is that this gives the president the ability to control all levels of goverment. This means that they could suspend elections, thus keeping themselves in office until there is no more 'threat'.PHILEMON Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 18:23:28
Here's a true American, he doesn't even realize there is still 2 and 1/2 months of Bush being president.Ferne Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 18:46:27
When will the revolution come? Will we fight for a world without greed?Wynward Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 19:09:26
reminder to everyone!!! shave your genital area because today is the last day for bush!!!.ahahahahaaLludd Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 19:32:25
It's funny that the US Government Republican/Democrat alike have backed wrongful coups. Toppled legitimate democracies in Latin America for example and people think that this administration wouldn't try a similar power grab in the US? PHILLYPHILLY2007 has a point but it's a disappointing one although I understand his sentiment. Distract the country with Obama's win and then it's Night of the Long Knives. Man it's going to be fucking interesting.Alyda Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 19:55:24
haha watch this one come in handy soon roflMychaela Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 20:18:23
no matter who is president, they will have these powers. who's to say the present economic crisis won't be the perfect excuse for a socialist dictatorship under obama or mccain. especially since both candidates seem to have wider support between the two parties. and if obama wins, he will have a democrat congress and liberal supreme court with whom to cooperate. bush has set dangerous precedents in executive power, and future presidents will be grateful. [vote chuck baldwin or bob barr in 2008]LASSE Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 20:41:22
American Democrats....God forgive them ...for they know not what they do....they call out now....Give us Barbabas.Lssse Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 21:04:21
Interesting how the attack is so specific. Like the PNAC cronies of the Bush administration are going to blow away congress with a tactical suitcase nuke and then declare himself emperor. God knows how long he'll last in a country like the United States as some Saddam Hussein wannabe.MOLNER Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 21:27:20
quickandalivenotdead, what you posted is one of the stupidest things I've seen or heard recently, and I've been listening to Sarah Moose-killer Palin for the last 4 weeks! Please don't share your thoughts with the world again until you've taken your head out of your ass firstHEQET Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 21:50:19
What you people don't understand is that was Bush is doing is setting it up for Obama to be a Communist dictator.Chardae Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 22:13:18
That's EXACTLY what they want you to think.Blythe Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 22:36:17
listen i hear wat ur sayin 100% but im laughin about it cuz there aint shit i can do about it.. they can keep things between whatever they want n let only little things slip up.. i know the world aint safe but i laugh about it cuz y sweat it.. u havent heard the truth from the beginnin and i doubt they'll ever tell us everything.. im not gona sit back worried all the time about somthin i cant stop.. thats y i make illusions to see thing how i wanna see it n thats y little things dont bother meAna Said,
December 3, 2008 @ 22:59:16
The world is not quite as it has been presented to you through mass media. Your laughter is the denial you have to all that which may threaten your safe little world. This may sound harsh and mean, but I am simply saying it to make you aware of why you laugh. Instead of doing that, perhaps start looking around at these things with a more open eyes. The media would love to have you keep them closed and, yes, you can keep pretending the world is safe, but eventually, the illusion will crumble.