Cry Me a River … Boehner

[ChasC5]

Can someone please trap a pair on this guy and tell him to Re-Tee and swing like a Man this time.

John Boehner Cries. Again. A Lot. - ABC News

John Boehner, the incoming Speaker of the House, the most powerful Republican in Washington, and a man who in a matter of days will be second in line for the presidency, has twice had an opportunity to introduce himself to the American people.

And on both occasions, he cried – a lot.

There is a tradition of politicians crying in America, but it's not a proud one. It almost always ends with getting beat at the polls. Already some of the incoming speaker's supporters are getting worried that the Ohio Republican's penchant for showing his emotions makes him look weak.

Others, however, have championed Boehner for his willingness to be real.
"This is not exactly the first impression you want to make to the American people," said Republican strategist Ed Rollins. "We've seen his sensitive side enough already. But a sensitive side isn't what the country wants to see in a strong leader. He's got to show strength and leadership and a willingness to stand up to the president. You never saw Pelosi crying"

On Sunday night in a lengthy "60 Minutes" interview, the Speaker-designate broke down twice, talking about his rise from humble beginnings as a janitor and again in talking about his hope for children.

"Family – kids -- I can't go to a school anymore. I used to go to a lot of schools. And you see all these little kids running around. Can't talk about it," he stammered.

Last month, on election night as returns came in and it was clear Republicans had won the House and Boehner would be speaker, he also cried.
"It's full-bore crying," said interviewer Leslie Stahl. "It's not just little tears and he does it a lot."

Some Democrats and women have suggested there is a double standard. When Republicans cry, they are "compassionate conservatives" but crying women and Democrats furthers the stereotype that they're weak.
Speaker Nancy Pelosi, the Democratic woman who Boehner will replace, has never cried in public.

"You know what? He is known to cry. He cries sometimes when we're having a debate on bills," Pelosi told the New York Times in November. "If I cry, it's about the personal loss of a friend or something like that. But when it comes to politics -- no, I don't cry. I would never think of crying about any loss of an office, because that's always a possibility, and if you're professional, then you deal with it professionally."



God; I’d die to have this Mamby Pamby in my Foursome … he’d be lucky if we left him with his Tong tied to his ankles.

[Exotix]

Let's not be too harsh ... The American people that right-wingers always talk about now are sympathetic and have empathy for lushes crying in their beer ...

[Broken Wind]

I too sometimes get teary eyed when thinking about what I have achieved within the context of where I came from, and thinking about how completely lucky I am to be an American. When you earn something, it means more.

[ChasC5]

Originally Posted by Broken Wind

I too sometimes get teary eyed when thinking about what I have achieved within the context of where I came from, and thinking about how completely lucky I am to be an American. When you earn something, it means more.

I can understand that ...

But in public, on National Networks …………………………….. Twice?


Then I’m sure we can find you on somewhere on You Tube

Come-On

[Exotix]

I think the dude is psycho ... heck, give'em an Oscar ...

YouTube - Rep. Boehner Crying

YouTube - Boehner: "Hell No You Can't!"

[Kneel 8250]

Originally Posted by ChasC5

I can understand that ...

But in public, on National Networks …………………………….. Twice?


Then I’m sure we can find you on somewhere on You Tube

Come-On

Just look who posted next. The irony is almost too much for me.

[Kneel 8250]

Originally Posted by Kneel 8250

Just look who posted next. The irony is almost too much for me.

Sorry I got off the topic but I couldnt help it.

[Exotix]

Originally Posted by Kneel 8250

Sorry I got off the topic but I couldnt help it.

No sweat ... you're tinkerbells' *honey* ...

[ChasC5]

Originally Posted by Exotix

No sweat ... you're tinkerbells' *honey* ...

We hope those two get a Blood Test ... But I digress

[Kneel 8250]

Originally Posted by Exotix

No sweat ... you're tinkerbells' *honey* ...

I am !!!!! Dont be jealous tho eh!!!!!!!!!!! (careful with the reply as I aint the sharpest tool in the shed)

[Kneel 8250]

Originally Posted by ChasC5

We hope those two get a Blood Test ... But I digress

Already done and both passed with a clear sheet.

[Tinkerbell in Texas]

Originally Posted by Exotix

No sweat ... you're tinkerbells' *honey* ...

he is and your point?

[Kneel 8250]

Originally Posted by ChasC5

We hope those two get a Blood Test ... But I digress

Chas !!!!! I may need to quote this in the future. right click save as.

[Exotix]

Originally Posted by Tinkerbell in Texas

he is and your point?

Nothing in particular ... I'm just a little more aware of how my honey puts up with me ...

[Kneel 8250]

Originally Posted by Exotix

Nothing in particular ... I'm just a little more aware of how my honey puts up with me ...

Sometimes I am amazed that Tinkerbell has not killed me. We have some good discussion on GW and medicare among other topics. Our views differ eh!!!!! But thats good too. As you can imagine........

[Kneel 8250]

Originally Posted by Kneel 8250

Sometimes I am amazed that Tinkerbell has not killed me. We have some good discussion on GW and medicare among other topics. Our views differ eh!!!!! But thats good too. As you can imagine........

I get to drive her Z. Well till my 73 is going anyway.

[Exotix]

Originally Posted by Kneel 8250

Sometimes I am amazed that Tinkerbell has not killed me. We have some good discussion on GW and medicare among other topics. Our views differ eh!!!!! But thats good too. As you can imagine........

Apparently it does work ... got to like Carville & wife and Ahnnneee & wife ...

[Kneel 8250]

Originally Posted by Exotix

Apparently it does work ... got to like Carville & wife and Ahnnneee & wife ...

I think that might be a political reference and I dont know the names.

SORRY.

[Tinkerbell in Texas]

Originally Posted by Kneel 8250

Sometimes I am amazed that Tinkerbell has not killed me. We have some good discussion on GW and medicare among other topics. Our views differ eh!!!!! But thats good too. As you can imagine........

We have some great discussions!!! I wouldn't trade them for anything....highlights to my days usually!

Originally Posted by Kneel 8250

I get to drive her Z. Well till my 73 is going anyway.

my Z?? our Z and our 73.

[Z06PDQ]

maybe Bone head Bohner & the alcoholic manic depressive Beck will have a cry fest.