President Obama meets with Congressional leaders regarding the debt ceiling, July 13, in the Cabinet Room of the White House
Vice President Joe Biden looks back at the photographers after President Obama kidded him that the VP never gets photographed because he sits at the opposite side of the table
I seriously want to know what they are laughing about. Since they started doing the talks at the WH, I think most of the starting pictures look like that…like they are relaxed and enjoy each other’s companies. So it always surprises me when Bonehead or Turtle comes out with their crazy anit-Obama speeches either at the end of the meeting or the next day.
I love how PBO, VP Biden, Jack Lew and Bill Daley have genuine smiles on their face. Harry Reid and Nancy Pelosi look so chilled. They’re all like oh yeah you people just punted and we now have you over a barrel. The American people know you’re liars and irresponsible. Boehner looks like someone is holding a gun to his head and forcing him to attempt a calm smile and relaxed demeanor. Haha.
President Obama’s SWAGGER is so freaking off the chain. The beauty of it is that it’s subtle but lethal. You either have swagger or you don’t. You either know swagger or you don’t. No ifs ands or buts. The slowing down of the video was genius, because you got to examine his body language up close. He’s like uh huh… oh yeah.. who’s the badass now? Who’s weak on foreign policy? Oh…. you have nothing to say? Yeah… I thought so. Then the view from the back; he’s just walking back to the inner sanctum and the swagger is just whoooo…. to die for. *Fans self*
Donna, both of those are cool ! I especially like the slo-o-o-w walk to the podium. Yes, it really accentuates the walk (swagger) and the “Shaft” music was perfecto! And I love how he is so easy to joke with someone about anything – “you don’t think I have my own computer?” Again, his humor is shown when he teases VP Joe about being on the opposite side of the table. Such a wonderful well rounded man!
Ha! I’m the president! You don’t think I have a computer?
I like when he starts asking audience members if they have computers. Good grief, I am always shaking my head at the stupid lines of questioning he is subjected to.
Ho Hum. Same ol’ same ol’. You’d think by now the goopers would have figured out that their confidential advisors, Markos, Jane, Glenn, et. al. keep giving them bad advice. The “base” is running away from Obama. You have a chance to get what you want because Obama is gonna cave. Go for it, he’s a pushover. Who cares if there’s a default, everyone will blame Obama.
I heard from a reliable source (same one who said that Obama wasn’t up to the job) that Jane tried to get McConnell to say he’d put in a public option; i.e., if you’re part of the public, you’ll have no option.
Glad to see that people around the blogs on the left side of the political spectrum are starting to call out the imposters, agents provocateur, skalawags, whatever you want to call them. Goopers in progressive wrappings? I’ve been saying that for a very long time, even back when I still posted on the rotten orange.
At this point, it looks like the goopers realized that they’ve been beaten again, just like they were (yes indeed they were Mr. Krugman) back in December. It looks like even some of the nuts are trying to find a way out of the mess. Now they are, incredibly, screaming that President Obama is holding the debt ceiling hostage!!!!
What’s really great is that President Obama hasn’t even begun to use his trump cards. Can you whip up a graphic that has all those phoney progressive sites’ logos grouped together with that great egg on the face thing?
I’m not saying that out of the government Boehner would be friends with Obama but I think he would at least have a chance at rehibilitation. After what turtle said yesterday he is soup and will never change. Cantor is a mess and I think the President took the keys away from him yesteray and told him that Boehner was the designated driver.
About Boehner’s color, my dad always had a tan with light blue eyes. The only time I have seen a constant tan on anyone was in endocrinology when we saw kid’s with Addison’s disease. JFK had Addison’s and his skin was tanned with his red hair and was gorgeous. When they did an autopsy on him they found he had no adrenals at all. My boss showed me his autopsy that was published in a medical journal as anonymous pt # blank. but everyone knew it was JFK.
I think this was the July 22nd date that the President was referring to before. If US is downgraded it would be a good time for a oval office address to explain what happened, why it happened and what will happen come August 2nd if the debt ceiling isn’t raised.
The fact that President Obama voted against raising debt ceiling as a Senator could be spun to his advantage saying “I recognized back then that we needed to get our debt/deficit in order when the current GOP leaders in Congress were passing clean debt ceiling raises for Bush spending on two wars, Bush tax cuts and Medicare Part D that they didn’t pay for. But I also know how important it is to not default. Administration should also put together a list of former Republicans who say the debt ceiling should be raised and list all of them and then challenge the GOP to find any Democrats who say it shouldn’t be raised.
Great points on what PBO could explain. Let’s hope he doesn’t need to. He does what needs to be done depending on the full circumstances. Of course, we who are his backers, understand this. Again, great analysis 😀
Moody’s Warns It May Downgrade U.S.’s AAA Bond Rating
Moody’s Warns It May Downgrade U.S.’s AAA Bond Rating | Several sources are reporting that Moody’s Investors Service is putting the U.S. government’s AAA bond rating on review for a possible downgrade. Moody’s said that it “considers the probability of a default on interest payments to be low but no longer to be de minimis.” AAA is the highest rating and essentially means “good as cash,” ensuring that the dollar is a stable and trusted currency around the world. Moody’s warned on June 2 that a “review” could come by mid-July “if there were no progress on increasing the statutory debt limit.” The stalemated debt talks between the White House and congressional Republicans have caused investors and credit agencies alike to question the country’s ability to meet its obligations.
like Scott Pelley said I personally think the President is starting to look tired and for good reason 😦
wtf is McConnell there since his main focus is to oust the President.Just yesterday that mofo said he didn’t say a deal as long as THIS President was in office 😡
That’s a tough gig for President Obama, but he seems to handle it with ease. How would you like to have to meet with Rusty, the Turtle and Revolting Cantor every day at 4:00? Ay yi yi. And aren’t some of those Repub mugs just crying out for a cream pie in the face? First up, Cantor.
yes at some point it takes a toll on you Dot and as much as the President’s mind is sharp;the body has got to tired and it’s showing a little.Having to deal with a bunch of punks everyday has got to get to you.I am happy he gets to see these idiots as long as he tells them to f*ck off everyday.I know that would make me a LOT better 😆
Heads up: Rev. Al Sharpton is covering for crappy Cenk Ugyur again today so tune in right now. You know it’s going to be an informative and entertaining newshour. He is already taking no prisoners.
I concur too. I have been tweeting MSNBC (@msnbc) like mad about this. I’d rather watch The Rev anyday over that buffoon called Cenk. The Rev is always prepared wtih facts, data, statistics and a whole host of other relevant material. This is old school journalism like I hear people say that Walter Cronkite practiced. Plus, The Rev NEVER lets anyone get away with lies. He’s amazing. You know what? I’m calling MSBC right now to let them know how pleased and thankful I am for his incredible work. 212-664-4444
Bachmann and that other GOP idiot have a lot of f*cking audacity to call the President a liar and even more audacity to say that THIS President is using scare tactics? are the f*cking sh*tting me? How about those non-existing “death panels” ? 🙄 they have a LOT of f*cking gall 😡
pull the plug on granny
brainwashing out children
death panels
take away your guns
secret kenyan socialist marxist muslim
hates white people
send agents to your house (that was for the census)
Sharia law
voter fraud
hte gays are coming for your children, wife, husband, dog
Because McConnell is a greedy, old hateful person who is showing his true inner core. He hates the fact that a black Democrate is the President of the United States and is sitting in the Oval Office daily performing the duties of the Executive Branch of our government. I really feel from my observations of Mr. McConnell, this very fact is driving his ugly and evil actions. What about the people who make up this country who are hurting today, Sen. McConnell now. And you have the nerves along with so many others to throw this political crap in their faces daily. You are a hateful person. However, the President recognizes these people for who they really are.
Back on June 5, 2011 the Nobel Prize winning economist Peter Diamond (nominated by PBO to serve on Board of Governors at the Fed) wrote an op-ed in The New York Times entitled “When A Nobel Prize Isn’t Enough”. He withdrew his name from nomination because of constant delays and GOP obstruction. Senator Shelby of Alabama questioned his qualifications. Mr. Diamond nailed it when he said this:
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But we should all worry about how distorted the confirmation process has become, and HOW LITTLE UNDERSTANDING OF MONETARY POLICY THERE IS AMONG SOME OF THOSE RESPONSIBLE FOR ITS CONGRESSIONAL OVERSIGHT.
74 PERCENT OF “REPUBLICANS” THINK DEFICIT REDUCTION SHOULD INCLUDE TAX INCREASES AND SPENDING CUTS:
74 Percent Of Republicans Think Deficit Reduction Should Include Tax Increases And Spending Cuts | According to a new Gallup poll, only one in five Americans agree with Congressional Republicans that deficit reduction should be based on spending cuts alone. That includes 74 percent of Republicans who agree that a responsible deficit reduction plan should include both tax increases and spending cuts. The new data flies in the face of claims by GOP leaders that Americans adamantly oppose tax increases to reduce the country’s deficit.
Because they all signed the Grover Norquist pledge and fear a primary challenge if they agree to raise taxes. Who is funding the Rove 3rd party groups – the millionaires and billionaires. If the Bush tax cuts ended and loopholes were closed the Koch Bros would be paying millions more in taxes – money that couldn’t than be donated to Rove or to their various thinktanks or wingnut schools.
I post this video every chance I get. In less than one minute, Van Jones eviscerates the notion that an elected official of the United States of American (who takes an oath to abide by the Constitution) is also taking a vow of no taxes from the likes of Grover Norquist.
Politicians surrendering their judgment and having dual loyalties is a violation of their oath office.
Al Sharpton does not allow them to come on the show and slap him around. He follow ups on the questions and make them tell the truth as much as possible. I really would like to see him get this spot.
I love Al, but when I turned on the tv he was interviewing Michael Steele. I had to avert my eyes and hit the mute button fast. The fact that he is a MSNBC contributor now is a joke. I never understood Rachel Maddow’s fascination with him. But since they are colleagues now I wouldn’t be surprised to see him filling in for her the next time she takes some time off.
According to aides President Obama abruptly and angrily left the debt meeting today as Boehner was calling the cuts all accounting tricks. This is why O’Donnell and others shouldn’t be celebrating on the five year line (hell we’r still at th 50 yard line). Also all the peacocking about how the FY2010 budget and how Pres. Obama played Boehner seems like it’s coming back to bite as well.
Actually CANTOR is the one who is characterizing the President’s demeanor as angry. Others in the room say Cantor is exaggerating. Never trust what Cantor says.
The Obama Diary 
Goppers look a little constipated. lol
Are you referring to Turtle? He made have a weird smile on his face, but you know the dirty Mitch will do anything to destroy Obama.
LOL……about to choke on my peppermint. I was thinking, what the f— is he laughing at, the miserable, miserly, racist bastard !
Mr President looking good!!!
Are they all required to sit in the same spots each time? LOL Boehner still looks like he’s crying.
I seriously want to know what they are laughing about. Since they started doing the talks at the WH, I think most of the starting pictures look like that…like they are relaxed and enjoy each other’s companies. So it always surprises me when Bonehead or Turtle comes out with their crazy anit-Obama speeches either at the end of the meeting or the next day.
It’s to appeal to their base…a la tea party.
I love how PBO, VP Biden, Jack Lew and Bill Daley have genuine smiles on their face. Harry Reid and Nancy Pelosi look so chilled. They’re all like oh yeah you people just punted and we now have you over a barrel. The American people know you’re liars and irresponsible. Boehner looks like someone is holding a gun to his head and forcing him to attempt a calm smile and relaxed demeanor. Haha.
http://m.daytondailynews.com/dayton/pm_20561/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=4apklURN
Just in today: quinnpiac poll- Obama leads all republican challengers by at least 6 points!
But but but…
Thanks Jovie. Another good moment in a great week.
Swagger in Chief…
I just felt like throwing this in…
President Obama’s SWAGGER is so freaking off the chain. The beauty of it is that it’s subtle but lethal. You either have swagger or you don’t. You either know swagger or you don’t. No ifs ands or buts. The slowing down of the video was genius, because you got to examine his body language up close. He’s like uh huh… oh yeah.. who’s the badass now? Who’s weak on foreign policy? Oh…. you have nothing to say? Yeah… I thought so. Then the view from the back; he’s just walking back to the inner sanctum and the swagger is just whoooo…. to die for. *Fans self*
You are too funny utaustinliberal! LOL!!!
WORD.
Donna, both of those are cool ! I especially like the slo-o-o-w walk to the podium. Yes, it really accentuates the walk (swagger) and the “Shaft” music was perfecto! And I love how he is so easy to joke with someone about anything – “you don’t think I have my own computer?” Again, his humor is shown when he teases VP Joe about being on the opposite side of the table. Such a wonderful well rounded man!
Ha! I’m the president! You don’t think I have a computer?
I like when he starts asking audience members if they have computers. Good grief, I am always shaking my head at the stupid lines of questioning he is subjected to.
Ho Hum. Same ol’ same ol’. You’d think by now the goopers would have figured out that their confidential advisors, Markos, Jane, Glenn, et. al. keep giving them bad advice. The “base” is running away from Obama. You have a chance to get what you want because Obama is gonna cave. Go for it, he’s a pushover. Who cares if there’s a default, everyone will blame Obama.
I heard from a reliable source (same one who said that Obama wasn’t up to the job) that Jane tried to get McConnell to say he’d put in a public option; i.e., if you’re part of the public, you’ll have no option.
Glad to see that people around the blogs on the left side of the political spectrum are starting to call out the imposters, agents provocateur, skalawags, whatever you want to call them. Goopers in progressive wrappings? I’ve been saying that for a very long time, even back when I still posted on the rotten orange.
At this point, it looks like the goopers realized that they’ve been beaten again, just like they were (yes indeed they were Mr. Krugman) back in December. It looks like even some of the nuts are trying to find a way out of the mess. Now they are, incredibly, screaming that President Obama is holding the debt ceiling hostage!!!!
What’s really great is that President Obama hasn’t even begun to use his trump cards. Can you whip up a graphic that has all those phoney progressive sites’ logos grouped together with that great egg on the face thing?
I’m not saying that out of the government Boehner would be friends with Obama but I think he would at least have a chance at rehibilitation. After what turtle said yesterday he is soup and will never change. Cantor is a mess and I think the President took the keys away from him yesteray and told him that Boehner was the designated driver.
About Boehner’s color, my dad always had a tan with light blue eyes. The only time I have seen a constant tan on anyone was in endocrinology when we saw kid’s with Addison’s disease. JFK had Addison’s and his skin was tanned with his red hair and was gorgeous. When they did an autopsy on him they found he had no adrenals at all. My boss showed me his autopsy that was published in a medical journal as anonymous pt # blank. but everyone knew it was JFK.
Breaking: U.S. put on review for possible downgrade
Of course, we saw that coming…..
I think this was the July 22nd date that the President was referring to before. If US is downgraded it would be a good time for a oval office address to explain what happened, why it happened and what will happen come August 2nd if the debt ceiling isn’t raised.
The fact that President Obama voted against raising debt ceiling as a Senator could be spun to his advantage saying “I recognized back then that we needed to get our debt/deficit in order when the current GOP leaders in Congress were passing clean debt ceiling raises for Bush spending on two wars, Bush tax cuts and Medicare Part D that they didn’t pay for. But I also know how important it is to not default. Administration should also put together a list of former Republicans who say the debt ceiling should be raised and list all of them and then challenge the GOP to find any Democrats who say it shouldn’t be raised.
Great points on what PBO could explain. Let’s hope he doesn’t need to. He does what needs to be done depending on the full circumstances. Of course, we who are his backers, understand this. Again, great analysis 😀
Moody’s Warns It May Downgrade U.S.’s AAA Bond Rating
Moody’s Warns It May Downgrade U.S.’s AAA Bond Rating | Several sources are reporting that Moody’s Investors Service is putting the U.S. government’s AAA bond rating on review for a possible downgrade. Moody’s said that it “considers the probability of a default on interest payments to be low but no longer to be de minimis.” AAA is the highest rating and essentially means “good as cash,” ensuring that the dollar is a stable and trusted currency around the world. Moody’s warned on June 2 that a “review” could come by mid-July “if there were no progress on increasing the statutory debt limit.” The stalemated debt talks between the White House and congressional Republicans have caused investors and credit agencies alike to question the country’s ability to meet its obligations.
http://thinkprogress.org/economy/2011/07/13/268890/moodys-may-downgrade-u-s-s-aaa-bond-rating/
This makes me sick to my stomach. HOW DARE THE RIGHTWING NUTS TARNISH the good faith of the United States.
Wall Street getting on Repubs case.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/07/13/wall-streets-warns-congress-debt_n_897472.html
like Scott Pelley said I personally think the President is starting to look tired and for good reason 😦
wtf is McConnell there since his main focus is to oust the President.Just yesterday that mofo said he didn’t say a deal as long as THIS President was in office 😡
That’s a tough gig for President Obama, but he seems to handle it with ease. How would you like to have to meet with Rusty, the Turtle and Revolting Cantor every day at 4:00? Ay yi yi. And aren’t some of those Repub mugs just crying out for a cream pie in the face? First up, Cantor.
yes at some point it takes a toll on you Dot and as much as the President’s mind is sharp;the body has got to tired and it’s showing a little.Having to deal with a bunch of punks everyday has got to get to you.I am happy he gets to see these idiots as long as he tells them to f*ck off everyday.I know that would make me a LOT better 😆
Reverend Al now on MSNBC.
Heads up: Rev. Al Sharpton is covering for crappy Cenk Ugyur again today so tune in right now. You know it’s going to be an informative and entertaining newshour. He is already taking no prisoners.
Man!!! We so need to keep the good Reverend AL on MSNBC. I’ve sent them a bunch of emails about this.
Rev. Al should have his own show on MSNBC.
I concur!
I concur too. I have been tweeting MSNBC (@msnbc) like mad about this. I’d rather watch The Rev anyday over that buffoon called Cenk. The Rev is always prepared wtih facts, data, statistics and a whole host of other relevant material. This is old school journalism like I hear people say that Walter Cronkite practiced. Plus, The Rev NEVER lets anyone get away with lies. He’s amazing. You know what? I’m calling MSBC right now to let them know how pleased and thankful I am for his incredible work. 212-664-4444
I concur.
On another note everyone should pray for President Obama. I believe God favors him.
Amen Debra
I pray for him each and every day, Debra. Thanks for the heads up 😀
The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? When the
wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell. Though an host should encamp
against me, my heart shall not fear: though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident. (Psalm 27:1-3).
Every cloud of confusion, covering Obama divine goal, I ask the Lord to clear it , in the name of Jesus.
Every evil meeting summoned against Obama goal, I ask in Jesus name to scatter it, in the name of Jesus.
Lord I ask that the Anointing to excel, fall upon Obama now, in the name of Jesus.
Lord, As from now on, I pray that Obama shall prevail against his enemies in the name of Jesus.
Every wick plans against Obama I pray that it dies, in the name of Jesus.
Father God, write Obama name in the book of success, I pray in the name of Jesus.
Bachmann and that other GOP idiot have a lot of f*cking audacity to call the President a liar and even more audacity to say that THIS President is using scare tactics? are the f*cking sh*tting me? How about those non-existing “death panels” ? 🙄 they have a LOT of f*cking gall 😡
At least there’s a diversity of opinion on this site. I just read a prayer before reading this!
Bachmann of famed:
pull the plug on granny
brainwashing out children
death panels
take away your guns
secret kenyan socialist marxist muslim
hates white people
send agents to your house (that was for the census)
Sharia law
voter fraud
hte gays are coming for your children, wife, husband, dog
That Backmann??!!
How can McConnell sit there laughing after what he said about PBO? What a snake!!
Because McConnell is a greedy, old hateful person who is showing his true inner core. He hates the fact that a black Democrate is the President of the United States and is sitting in the Oval Office daily performing the duties of the Executive Branch of our government. I really feel from my observations of Mr. McConnell, this very fact is driving his ugly and evil actions. What about the people who make up this country who are hurting today, Sen. McConnell now. And you have the nerves along with so many others to throw this political crap in their faces daily. You are a hateful person. However, the President recognizes these people for who they really are.
That’s why they are call snakes.
Back on June 5, 2011 the Nobel Prize winning economist Peter Diamond (nominated by PBO to serve on Board of Governors at the Fed) wrote an op-ed in The New York Times entitled “When A Nobel Prize Isn’t Enough”. He withdrew his name from nomination because of constant delays and GOP obstruction. Senator Shelby of Alabama questioned his qualifications. Mr. Diamond nailed it when he said this:
———————————
But we should all worry about how distorted the confirmation process has become, and HOW LITTLE UNDERSTANDING OF MONETARY POLICY THERE IS AMONG SOME OF THOSE RESPONSIBLE FOR ITS CONGRESSIONAL OVERSIGHT.
———————————
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/06/06/opinion/06diamond.html
How will the GOP spin this??
74 PERCENT OF “REPUBLICANS” THINK DEFICIT REDUCTION SHOULD INCLUDE TAX INCREASES AND SPENDING CUTS:
74 Percent Of Republicans Think Deficit Reduction Should Include Tax Increases And Spending Cuts | According to a new Gallup poll, only one in five Americans agree with Congressional Republicans that deficit reduction should be based on spending cuts alone. That includes 74 percent of Republicans who agree that a responsible deficit reduction plan should include both tax increases and spending cuts. The new data flies in the face of claims by GOP leaders that Americans adamantly oppose tax increases to reduce the country’s deficit.
http://thinkprogress.org/special/2011/07/13/268552/74-of-republicans-think-deficit-reduction-should-include-tax-increases-and-spending-cuts/
Because they all signed the Grover Norquist pledge and fear a primary challenge if they agree to raise taxes. Who is funding the Rove 3rd party groups – the millionaires and billionaires. If the Bush tax cuts ended and loopholes were closed the Koch Bros would be paying millions more in taxes – money that couldn’t than be donated to Rove or to their various thinktanks or wingnut schools.
I post this video every chance I get. In less than one minute, Van Jones eviscerates the notion that an elected official of the United States of American (who takes an oath to abide by the Constitution) is also taking a vow of no taxes from the likes of Grover Norquist.
Politicians surrendering their judgment and having dual loyalties is a violation of their oath office.
Al Sharpton rocks! The man is very good and does his home work on his victims! Hahaha!
Al Sharpton does not allow them to come on the show and slap him around. He follow ups on the questions and make them tell the truth as much as possible. I really would like to see him get this spot.
I love Al, but when I turned on the tv he was interviewing Michael Steele. I had to avert my eyes and hit the mute button fast. The fact that he is a MSNBC contributor now is a joke. I never understood Rachel Maddow’s fascination with him. But since they are colleagues now I wouldn’t be surprised to see him filling in for her the next time she takes some time off.
” his victims”
LOL…..got that right !
According to aides President Obama abruptly and angrily left the debt meeting today as Boehner was calling the cuts all accounting tricks. This is why O’Donnell and others shouldn’t be celebrating on the five year line (hell we’r still at th 50 yard line). Also all the peacocking about how the FY2010 budget and how Pres. Obama played Boehner seems like it’s coming back to bite as well.
StR I agree; however, the GOP is STILL on the wrong side of this, and what Obama wants is what the American people want.
According to what aides? Some no named ‘aide’ (same as ”a source’) that will never come out publicly and say this for fear of being called out?
Good thing we don’t pay any more mind to ‘unnamed aides’ and reliable unknown ‘sources’.
Peacocking, huh? Interesting take….
Actually CANTOR is the one who is characterizing the President’s demeanor as angry. Others in the room say Cantor is exaggerating. Never trust what Cantor says.
Lies and bravado – he knows very well his azz was whipped in there.