Hating Breitbart, Race, and Election 2012
I didn’t vote for Barack Obama in 2008 — I didn’t like what I knew of his policies and was suspicious of his rhetoric — but I admit his election brought tears to my eyes. As a former sixties civil rights worker, and simply as an American, I hoped that his election would put to rest centuries of racial strife, that we could all now just move on.
Boy, was I wrong. The reverse occurred — and not just because of such missteps as the Henry Louis Gates affair when Obama rushed to judgment of the Cambridge police.
Much larger issues were at play. With an economy in freefall and the African-American population suffering most of all with an official unemployment rate now at 14.3% — who knows what the real rate is, the listed unemployment rate for black teens is a stunning 40.5% – distractions had to be created.
Obama clearly has not been good for his own people. (Well, in his case his people may actually be aging Hawaiian hippies, who would more naturally be Gary Johnson supporters.)
But the truth of the matter is that the Democratic Party never was good for black people. Their Keynesian programs — actually more like old-fashioned patronage — have never worked. By isolating blacks, they encouraged a form of self-limiting segregation. Integration — what we fought for in the sixties — was abjured because it would end racial voting blocks.
So the Democratic Party must fan the flames of racism to succeed. It literally depends on racism for its existence. The race-baiting Al Sharptons and Maxine Waters of the world are not anomalous. They are the lynchpins of a reactionary system, hypnotizing their own people through unending self-destructive resentment.
Obama — who did nothing to alleviate this or even paid much attention to it — received 98% of the black vote in 2008 and is about to do as well, or nearly, in 2012. Can you imagine the media reaction if whites came out for Romney in anywhere near that unanimity?
The Democratic Party is the true enemy of black people. It’s all dreadfully sad, sadder even than John Lewis playing along with those bogus accusations of racism at the Tea Party rally.
Andrew Breitbart played court jester to this depressing roundelay. Through his energy, we were able to see a way out. He rallied us and chided us when we slipped. I miss him.
Thanks, Andrew Marcus, for the memories. Let’s go out and win this one for Andrew.
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“Can you imagine the media reaction if whites came out for Romney in anywhere near that unanimity?”
I’d like to see it, because their reaction would be utterly irrelevant.
No-one would pay them the slightest scintilla of attention, and then the institutional heirs to the Marxist infiltration of the Columbia School of Journalism, as well as other Red Nests that were never exposed, would all be out of work.
Maybe they could retire to Cuba or Venezuela and spend the rest of their lives enjoying the benefits of the Collectivist Paradises that they have worked so hard to foist upon us here.
Can you imagine the media reaction, if white supremacists stand at polling stations ‘encouraging’ people to vote for their candidate? Well, in 2008 the Black Panthers got away with outright intimidation and incitement, and in 2012, the NAACP is INSIDE polling stations doing the same!
NOW, the race bugaboo drove many people to vote for The One, even though they understood he came out of nowhere; had no real qualifications; and was friends with many bad actors. Nevertheless, this discomfit was pushed aside, all because he is half black.
Crazy. But this go around -
http://adinakutnicki.com/2012/08/20/americans-hope-to-change-the-occupant-of-the-white-house-an-anti-american-potus-runs-an-un-american-campaign-commentary-by-adina-kutnicki/
I imagine that Andrew Breitbart, were he here, would have mentioned how badly the left has dishonored the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King. We elected a black man to the presidency in the belief that we were finally overcoming our history of racism. But when that same men is held to account for the quality of his character and his performance as a leader, we get threats of violence and rioting. We’re expected to give Barack Obama a pass based on the color of his skin. Shame, shame, shame.
“Mankind must evolve for all human conflict a method which rejects revenge, aggression, and retaliation. The foundation of such a method is love.”
~ Martin Luther King Jr.
“Voting is the best revenge.”
~ Barack Obama
Yep.
Well said, and it needs to be forcefully and clearly stated as you have done.
When it comes to race, the Left, particularly the black political Left, are either ignorant, stupid or liars. 100% of racial institutions by way of mainstreamed laws, websites, and organizations fundamentally and solely founded around the concept of race emanate from the political Left. Similarly, there are no career pro-white racial activists mainstreamed into the political Right. MSNBC alone has three.
How that fact results in the Right being racist is a testament to the Orwellian nut-hatchery of progressive liberals. If every liberal left America tomorrow and took their particular institutions with them, there would be no racial mainstream institutions in America.
“Revenge” is what this “president” is talking about now.[Quotation marks due to the fact that meaningful arguments have been presented to describe this angry and arrogant man as an empty chair.]
Imagine what would have happened if any white politician had ever said something like that. “revenge”…
We miss Breitbart indeed, imagine what he would have said about an empty chair that goes around preaching hate.
Aw, anyway, it’s a good thing Breitbart is here…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9stmqj1Lwo
Movingly written and so true.
“But the truth of the matter is that the Democratic Party never was good for black people.”
Reckon that Breitbart, had he lived, would have focused efforts on getting that essential question accepted into the national conversation as a legitimate topic. Wonder how this could best be done? Consider the sad fact that right now the biggest black voice on TV is Al Sharpton, with his MSNBC show.
Fox, if it were smart, would set up a show weighted toward black conservatives, maybe modeled on the Five. Potential hosts: Charles Payne, Doreen Borelli, Larry Elder, Angela McGlowan, Michael Steele, JC Watts, Juan Williams, LaMont Hill. That’d be hard for the reactionary Left to ignore.
@OSweet, no! Not Juan. He’s shown that he has not learned very much since the NPR debacle. It wouldn’t be a good move. And where’s Star Parker? She’s shining through, too.
Shelby Steele and Thomas Sowell. Two absolutely brilliant African-American conservatives.
And how fortunate we are to have Justice Clarence Thomas!
What a brilliant idea!!!! A conservative talk show with just minority members. Something we need. Hopefully, something we will get.
I understand why you would balk at including Juan Williams. But I beg to differ. I’ve watched him since he first tentatively substituted for the venerable Carl Rowan on Inside Washington decades ago. He’s an old fashioned Democrat and never practiced the execrable race politics you see from so many blacks public figures for whom being black is a full-time profession. He might not be as critical of blacks as Larry Elder, but he’s no toady for liberal causes either. He’s defended Clarence Thomas and written extensively about the need for blacks to stop playing the victim and start taking responsibility for themselves. He most definitely belongs in the ranks of those mentioned.
I’m with you. Juan is the kind of democrat I remember it being possible to have fruitful discussions with. And he is a far more gracious host than O’Reilly. I like the show better when he sits in.
I’ve got my champaign chilling in the fridge and when Romney is declared the winner my first toast will be to Andrew. It really will be his greatest triumph. As Roger alludes to in this article, Andrew pretty much single-handedly saved the Tea Party. He really did. The attacks came so quick and were so well coordinated by the Democrat-media Complex that without Andrew there to fiercly defend them along with moral support and encouragement, as well his time and energy, it wouldn’t have been nearly as effective as it was. And will be this Tuesday. When Obama is defeated in a landslide this Tuesday a lot of the credit belongs to Andrew Breitbart.
Thank you for sharing this with us, Mr. Simon. Your “Blacklisting Myself” is cheek-by-jowl with Andrew’s “Righteous Indignation” on my memoirs/biographies shelf. (Hey, I’m a librarian; it’s what we do.) I envy you the opportunity to have known him personally.
The lesson I learned from him is never to be afraid of the Left’s condescension or disapproval – or the Right’s, for that matter. (His championship of GOProud set that example.) After his model, I intend always to stand up for what’s right – and to laugh loudly at what’s stupid. I call it The Andrew Breitbart Memorial Trouble Makers League; anyone with the same convictions is already a member.
Despite the Obamanites best efforts, I still hope for the day when we can all say “our people” and mean the American people … not black people, not white people, not Mormons, not Jews, not Catholics, not anybody but us. All of us.
Very touching, Roger. Andrew will be with me in the voting booth on Tuesday, as I will proudly be wearing my “Breitbart Is Here” t-shirt. He gave me my voice, so it’s the very least I can do.
Like you, I will also be wearing my Breitbart is Here t-shirt when I cast my vote. Thanks to Andrew’s influence, and watching his fearlessness,I mustered the courage to stand up for what I believe in politically. I got off the couch, and joined the tea party to actively participate in the process.
Formerly Great. Things change.
I think Andrew would have appreciated that the real target is individualism’s legitimacy vs the collective and dismay at the loss of state power anywhere free markets prevail. We know race is just a proxy for the primacy of the group because levelling the most able down is always the policy choice. Everybody ignorant and aggrieved is the source of much political power for the Democratic party.http://www.invisibleserfscollar.com/keep-urban-schools-weak-to-force-economic-and-social-justice-then-make-the-suburbs-close-the-gap/ is an example of what equity leads to in practice. All of us not living at the expense of taxpayers lose in this vision.
Andrew understood what this emphasis on dependency and equity and skin color as the basis for political power was costing us. It’s time to really move on to a post-racial America with a new appreciation for the power of the individual and no use for Crony Capitalism from either party.
very well written Roger! Right on the money!Obama had a chance to become historically a wonderful president and example for the Africn-American community but all he spewed is hate, snarkiness, arrogance etc. Obama came with a chip on his shoulder and a loathing for anyone opposed to his views at all!A far cry from what the electorate believed him to be 4 short years ago! It’s a shame really!He exuded warmth but is a loner with no intimate friends except Valerie Jarrett and still a mystery… no one knows who he truely is!
“But the truth of the matter is that the Democratic Party never was good for black people.”
You have to admit the old time Democrats did provide black people with endless opportunity to excel in the cotton picking industry. The Dems also did a good job of keeping unemployment down in the black population. Nothing like a few lashes with a bullwhip to get folks motivated to work.
‘I hoped that his election would put to rest centuries of racial strife, that we could all now just move on’
Exactly this is the one and only reason he got elected. Unfortunately he used the opportunity given to him not to heal the wounds of the past instead he enjoyed pouring salt into it. And the prove is what he said last week —VOTE TO TAKE REVENGE —. Revenge for what? for electing him? This guy is nothing more than one angry megalomaniac. I hope next Tuesday people will say enough is enough.
Obama’s election brought tears to MY eyes, too. Tears of horror and dismay as I watched my beloved country elevate an unqualified, petty, mean-spirited, mendacious race-baiter to the highest elected office in the land.
I think Andrew would appreciate the fact HE empowered us to speak our minds and fight back.
– we shall.
Spare me the doublespeak and doubletalk on race. Breibart’ great contribution and Okeefe’s was ridding us of Acorn. Acorn was overwhelmingly black and fundamentally corrupt. Baby Obama’s Tonton Macoute.
Breibart and Okeefe aren’t racist though I wouldn’t deny that my enjoyment of their accomplishments is tinged with towering contempt for the intelligence, beliefs and morals of most African Americans.
You and this guy Adam moirera should blog together. Not kidding.
I have learned to look past (gee thanks karl rove?)the “marginal power” of my vote and even if Nevada and new Mexico are the higher than 400th electoral votes for Romney, I will gladly support him with my vote on Tuesday.
David Levavi, bigoted racial comments are not welcome here. Take them somewhere else in the future. Thank you.
“is tinged with towering respect for the intelligence, beliefs and morals of the African Americans whose struggle showed us what we should and could be, and utter contempt for the liberals who have betrayed that heritage.
There, FIFY
If the question were, “Which tastes better: broccoli or brussel sprouts?”, all Leftists would call anyone who disagreed with Obama a racist.
A Mormon president will likewise be historic.
Intresting how white people always talk about race like they are the victimized class. Interesting how David Levavi has no problem giving his name while he posts racist beliefs. Interesting how unfunny Dean as well as most posters to PJ are. Interesting that those replying to this thread don’t think I know they will say “what’s not interesting is you troll”. Anyways do me a favor and please share your thoughts on race relations aloud to the next minority you see.
Mr. Interesting (I find it “interesting” that you decline to use your real name), as you will note above, I found David Levavi’s comment about African Americans noxious. I also find noxious when you write “Interesting how white people always talk about race like they are the victimized class.”
Describing all white people in the same manner is racist and creepy. Moreover, any group thinking of themselves as “victimized” is a self-fulfilling and deeply reactionary. If you don’t grok that, I suggest you listen to Larry Elder.
Who is voting for Mitt Romney? AKA: Let’s save America because we can!
Catholics – who have been challenged by Obama in their faith and beliefs. They have been running a vast nationwide campaign, along with millions of other Christians, to vote overwhelmingly for Romney.
Blacks – who are against same-sex marriages as being immoral and who have suffered most from Obama’s failures.
Whites – who see that Blacks are voting for Obama because he’s Black; Whites will vote for Whites.
Republicans – none of which voted for Obamacare.
Tea Party followers – who like in 2010 are throwing out Liberals and RHINOS again. And, here they come in every state of the union to do a 2010-style get-out-the-vote in 2012 for Romney/Ryan.
Coal Miners – who are taking Obama’s threats to end coal mining in America seriously. Coal mining is their livelihood and they are going to the polls to vote ROMNEY.
Vehicle drivers – those who are faced with TWICE the cost of gas since Obama took office.
Jobless workers – those who have been waiting for Obama to create jobs, but he hasn’t; many job-seekers have left the job market. Millions are underemployed and have taken lower wager. Fight Obama!
Stock and Bond holders – many of whom were shafted when GM and Chrysler went bankrupt. Obama gave preference to unions and left bond-holders with nothing.
Small Business owners – who have repeatedly been ignored by Obama. They favor Romney and are waiting to grow their businesses in an environment that is favorable to business.
Citizens against Obamacare – because of the upcoming increase in taxes and excessive regulation if Obamacare is not repealed.
Jewish folks – because Obama has not visited Israel even once since taking office; and Obama’s bad attitude toward Israel. An overwhelming majority in Israel favor Romney. A major NY Jewish newspaper has endorsed Romney for President.
Hispanics – those who know that Obama’s failure to create sufficient jobs is hurting the U.S. economy in a bad way. And Obama’s bad policies have raised gas and food prices; Hispanics shop, too! Many support Romney now.
Business people – millions who are hesitant to grow because of the vast uncertainty due to Obama and Obamacare.
Workers – facing layoffs, underemployment and a worsening economy; lower wages.
Shoppers – those who see prices rising and product size shrinking; inventories reduced.
Concerned Citizens – who see the Benghazi incident as an Obama failure and even treasonous (un-American).
Concerned Citizens – who see Obama’s foreign policies as dangerous and failures.
Persons of Faith – who recognize Obama’s forcing provision by them of contraception to employees as Constitutional violations.
Gun owners – who have always been against the extreme liberal ideas Obama has for gun control.
Local government officials – who see Obama’s federal encroachment as unacceptable.
Truckers – who see the high price of gas as an attack on their livelihood.
Oil business – that reject Obama’s curbs on off-shore drilling.
Oil industry workers – that recognize the Keystone pipeline as Obama’s failure to encourage jobs and job growth.
Americans – who view Obama’s encouragement of high oil prices and lowered U.S. oil production as favoring OPEC and Arabs.
Concerned Congressmen – those that recognize that Obama has no cogent foreign policy, which could prove to be dangerous.
Individuals
Homeowners – who have seen their life saving and equity go down the drain because Obama has done nothing on the economy.
Health care providers – doctors and others who see Obamacare as a threat to their income; and harmful extreme regulations that take medical decision-making away from doctors and gives it to bureaucrats.
Concerned citizens – that are very concerned about the U.S. deficit and Obama’s extreme radical uncontrolled spending.
Others – concerned about Obama’s illegal activities, Fast and Furious, Benghazi, not defending DOMA, condoning illegal aliens.
Abortion foes – object to Obama’s callous lack of concern for the unborn and Obama’s radical third trimester abortion views.
Concerned Americans – who have been outright lied to by Obama when he claimed his administration would be transparent.
Car manufacturers – those that have seen car sales drop with Obama’s bad economy and economic policies hurting sales.
Housing developers – who like many others have seen the Obama economy cripple home construction and lower profits.
Mormons – who support Mitt Romney as a person of faith, good character, and honest principles.
Economists – that have expressed encouragement that Romney’s experience and knowledge will lead to true hope and results.
Military – seeing that Obama’s cuts will endanger their ability to protect our country.
Independents – who already have provided a surge for Romney, are convinced that the past 4 years of Obama is enough.
Evangelicals – who organized the largest get-out-the-vote for conservatism ever, in their concerted effort to defeat Obama.
Conservatives – a majority in U.S., are pushing hard to take the Senate, Presidency and House for the good of America.
Skeptics – who 4 years ago were duped into believing in Obama’s Hope and Change that eventually came to nothing, just lies.
Disillusioned Democrats – who have been utterly disappointed in Obama and will not vote for Obama or not vote at all.
and millions, millions more against Obama and his lies and failures.
And, YES. Many State and Federal workers support Romney because they have FAMILY members that need jobs; fathers, mothers, sons, daughters, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, grandma and grandpa — they are suffering, too, from Obama’s failure to create adequate numbers of good-paying jobs.
Vote Mitt Romney/Paul Ryan. Let’s make America strong and great again because we can!
Umm. Let’s win this one for us. AND credit Andrew for his inimitable and invaluable contributions to our side. But, sorry, he wasn’t the Gipper. (And I suspect the “Gipper” was a bit less than thrilled about that ‘win it for’ bit.)
His death was a great loss to both the Tea party and the Republican Party. But let’s not make him a Saint to worship, ok? I suspect he’d come back and haunt us if we did that. Effectively. He was GOOD at being effective.
Ah, but, Ms. Kinsley … you are mistaken. Andrew was … a true Saint.
Indeed. Win it for the future of freedom in America. Andrew Breitbart, while he was a fireball and indeed effective, is beyond caring about the election now. Win it for your children.
Mitt’s inedit pictures in France
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XffRmburdw&feature=share
sorry, guis, he does speak well french
sorry guis, Mitt does peak well french
a vid hen he was in France
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XffRmburdw&feature=share
“a vid when he was in France”
sorry w has hard time to edit
Thanks, Roger! I miss Andrew Breitbart. What made him special was his fearlessness, his tenacity and with that, was a sense of humor. AB took the cause seriously but never
Support for Kill List and NDAA make Obama and Romney unfit for office Friday, November 2, 2012 – Reawakening Liberty by Thomas Mullen
http://communities.washingtontimes.com/neighborhood/reawakening-liberty/2012/nov/2/support-kill-list-and-ndaa-make-obama-and-romney-u/
“— but I admit his election brought tears to my eyes.”
Me too. I cry any time any Democrat wins an election.
I agree that Dems need race to be a wedge issue – always.
The other thing I’ve taken to heart from Andrew Breitbart is the complicit role of an activist media. A constant bleating media is an essential artery for circulating the daily narrative. Driving the wedge on race, class, health care, etc. is its full-time occupation.