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Re: The governor’s media event

Rich Miller — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:39:03 -0000

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Re: The governor’s media event

2ConfusedCrew — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:12:24 -0000

While the GOPers are rolling out their '10 campaign theme (which was the same as the failed '08 theme) it is time to offer this little update....
Profile of the Sociopath
This website summarizes some of the common features of descriptions of the behavior of sociopaths.

Glibness and Superficial Charm

Manipulative and Conning
They never recognize the rights of others and see their self-serving behaviors as permissible. They appear to be charming, yet are covertly hostile and domineering, seeing their victim as merely an instrument to be used. They may dominate and humiliate their victims.

Grandiose Sense of Self
Feels entitled to certain things as "their right."

Pathological Lying
Has no problem lying coolly and easily and it is almost impossible for them to be truthful on a consistent basis. Can create, and get caught up in, a complex belief about their own powers and abilities. Extremely convincing and even able to pass lie detector tests.

Lack of Remorse, Shame or Guilt
A deep seated rage, which is split off and repressed, is at their core. Does not see others around them as people, but only as targets and opportunities. Instead of friends, they have victims and accomplices who end up as victims. The end always justifies the means and they let nothing stand in their way.

Shallow Emotions
When they show what seems to be warmth, joy, love and compassion it is more feigned than experienced and serves an ulterior motive. Outraged by insignificant matters, yet remaining unmoved and cold by what would upset a normal person. Since they are not genuine, neither are their promises.

Incapacity for Love

Need for Stimulation
Living on the edge. Verbal outbursts and physical punishments are normal. Promiscuity and gambling are common.

Callousness/Lack of Empathy
Unable to empathize with the pain of their victims, having only contempt for others' feelings of distress and readily taking advantage of them.

Poor Behavioral Controls/Impulsive Nature
Rage and abuse, alternating with small expressions of love and approval produce an addictive cycle for abuser and abused, as well as creating hopelessness in the victim. Believe they are all-powerful, all-knowing, entitled to every wish, no sense of personal boundaries, no concern for their impact on others.

Early Behavior Problems/Juvenile Delinquency
Usually has a history of behavioral and academic difficulties, yet "gets by" by conning others. Problems in making and keeping friends; aberrant behaviors such as cruelty to people or animals, stealing, etc.

Irresponsibility/Unreliability
Not concerned about wrecking others' lives and dreams. Oblivious or indifferent to the devastation they cause. Does not accept blame themselves, but blames others, even for acts they obviously committed.

Promiscuous Sexual Behavior/Infidelity
Promiscuity, child sexual abuse, rape and sexual acting out of all sorts.

Lack of Realistic Life Plan/Parasitic Lifestyle
Tends to move around a lot or makes all encompassing promises for the future, poor work ethic but exploits others effectively.

Criminal or Entrepreneurial Versatility
Changes their image as needed to avoid prosecution. Changes life story readily.

Re: The governor’s media event

Father Time — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:11:16 -0000

tic tock...tick tock

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Captain America — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:07:45 -0000

Given his financial problems,I guess Cowboy Rod is sticking around for "A Few Dollars More."

Roll'em, Roll' em, Roll' em, keep them cameras amd dollars roll'in. Governor Rawhide has to pay his legal fees somehow!

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Pot calling kettle — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:07:14 -0000

A nice touch now would be for someone to round up all of the folks Rod fired for questioning his policy choices. It would be quite a crowd and a nice counterpoint to his current tack.

And, really, suggesting that Pat Quinn, of all people, the guy who hands out tea bag all the time, has been looking to raise taxes...it blows my mind.

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Deep South — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:06:26 -0000

I would bet that the Tribune will do as Blago asks, but their response will not contain the message Blago had hoped for!

It will be the very definition of "backfire."

Re: The governor’s media event

cynic — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:05:06 -0000

Just. Wow. The Guv is in serious denial.

Of course, it was worth the price of admission just to hear the Guv mention Ed Genson and Oliver Wendell Holmes in the same sentence.

Re: The governor’s media event

Capitol View — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:04:59 -0000

if this is Groundhog Day, adn the governor gets a six year do-over --

next time, work with the General Assembly rather than fight them for dominance every day. See what good might get accomplished. And pay your bills!

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He Makes Ryan Look Like a Sain — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:03:44 -0000

Prosecutors want Blago tapes released to Senate

See the link:
http://www.suntimes.com/new...

The hearing is at 4 today. Maybe that will shut him up.

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enrico depressario — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:02:32 -0000

Dude's been huffing too much hairspray. Big Richie D is right on target.

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Ahem — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:01:52 -0000

Word of the day is "mostly."

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HoBoSkillet — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:01:17 -0000

In honor of the Guv, and if you want to pass some time. http://www.freehangmangames...

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Captain America — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:00:20 -0000

In a cowboy vernacular, my advice to Rod is "Get along little dogie."

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Amy — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:00:15 -0000

princess....thanks..... LOL!!!!!

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observation — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:58:13 -0000

Oh look, a cow!

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Princess — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:56:39 -0000

Amy, should have tuned into Fox a bit before, they showed the clip of Daley calling Rod cuckoo and all present on show practiced 'cuckoo' and talked about 'Planet Blago'. Too bad it's our state and governor, somehow I don't think this is what Rod had in mind for his national media bliz, can he make any more of a fool of us?

Re: The governor’s media event

Barnum and Blago — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:56:20 -0000

Matt Murphy was calm, cogent and eloquent in his refutation of every single point the governor made.

I wonder how much air time his response will relative to the Governor.

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He Makes Ryan Look Like a Sain — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:55:54 -0000

The presumption of innocence did not seem to apply to the Head of the Abe Lincoln President Library who got busted for shoplifting and was fired prior to his trial....... What's the Difference GOV???

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Rod Bla-gone-a-vich — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:55:32 -0000

It's Eddie Haskell!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Captain America — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:54:58 -0000

After the no-show at the OK corral, My advice to the Senate is "Hang em High!"

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Barnum and Blago — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:54:55 -0000

Mike Murphy was calm, cogent and eloquent in his refutation of every single point the governor made.

I wonder how much air time his response will relative to the Governor.

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Nearly Normal — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:53:48 -0000

WGN offering the 1 to 4 p.m. slot to the Blago husband and wife. Broke to a commercial and then came back with the music to "The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly."

This is all too funny. Program manager is explaining this on air. Gives Blago a chance to collaborate with the Tribune editorial board members. Bring down the conspiracy against him from the inside.

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Pot calling kettle — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:53:39 -0000

Was that Matt "Guitar" Murphy?

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Really?! — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:52:32 -0000

Matt Murphy was super, de-duper fabulous!!! Glad I kept watching.

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Healthcare Worker — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:51:36 -0000

WGN radio just offered Rod and his wife the 1-4 spot.

Hilarious......