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"That One": Condescending, Not Racist
Let me be the first to say that I do not think McCain's reference to Obama as "that one," which is already getting a ton of attention in the post-debate coverage, is a big deal. It is not the singular of "those people." McCain has always had a sharp tongue and an irreverent, almost cranky, sense of humor. You know, befitting an old uncle or grandpa.
I, for one, read no racism into the comment. Condescension, yes. Racism, no.
Update: The "That One" phenomenon is taking off. T-shirts and logos now available.
So then we all agree that McCain is a condescending a**hole that thinks Obama is not in the same league as him because he isn't some vaunted "war hero."
I don't think it was racism either--he was being his usual jerky self and he came off like the small person that he is. That being said, I had my fingers crossed for Barack--because I don't think debates are his best format, but he hit this one out of the park in my opinion.
I would have said "contemptuous", not just condescending. The "young Senator" is condescending. "That one" is the back of McCain's hand.
Are you serious?
Are you kidding? I'm from the south and calling someone "that one" is about as racist as you can get. You're basically saying "you are not my equal and do not deserve a name".
To me the broader point is that the "honorable" John McCain has run such a sleazy campaign that there really is a legitimate question of whether he was just being a jerk or being racist.
Of course you don't think it's racist probably because you're not black, not used to being marginalized and minimized.
Hard to prove this, but if Sen. Obama were a white brethren of the Hanoi Hilton War Criminal I doubt he would have called say Joe Biden "that one." Deep seeded racism - like institutional racism - boils beneath the surface.
Please read Oct. 16 issue of Rolling Stone, "Make-Believe Maverick". You'll know for certain why McCain is a truly dangerous choice for president and you'll do everything within your power to keep him from getting elected. You can get a Rolling Stone widget in your igoogle. McCain is patronizing, condescending AND racist. Let's not quibble...
It was appropriate to call obama "that one', since he IS not in McCain's league..:-)
He is just a media creation, an affirmative action creation, which has done NOTHING except further his own goals.
He and his baby momma are the most manipulative south side creations, and his sleazy dealings with all his palls are coming to light.
27 days to tear down the empty suit..:-)
Bill
Sorry for the double post.. button got stuck..:-)
Whether condescending or contemptuous (both are appropriate) the real American McCain does not respect the lightweight/Marxist/racist "empty suit" that is the chosen one.
And with good reason.
This post is a great example of dog whistle racism in today's politics. And there are so many more!
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You are kidding, right?
"Forgetting" Oliver's name, not even looking at the young lady who asked about green jobs.
A consistent approach to treating Obama as neither worthy to be on the same stage with him or as an object, and worse yet, a subhuman.
Yes, it's racist.
You think a guy who could never vote for a MLK holiday doesn't have a racist bone in his body?
And whoever this Bill Nigh guy is can just go ahead and put on his conical hat so he can collect him paycheck from the MKKKain campaign for trolling here.
Don't be afraid to call out the hatemongers, bigots, and anti-American lynch mob loving traitors for what they are.
You know it is a funny thing...hahaha
When real Americans begin to interject the "Truth" into a left wing blog, the only response seems to be name calling..?
How strange that people who pride themselves on being so tolerant, seem to only tolerate opinions that they AGREE with..?
Just because you libs can't handle the truth, is no reason to not see it...HUH?
Your empty suit, hate filled, paper candidate will be rejected by America in great numbers when it comes Election Day..:-)
Bill
Obama is the racist. His pastor Wright of 20 years taught him hate for 20 years, along with his wife. If Obama is elected, he will put into practice his hatred of White people. He is not a unifier, but a divider. Senator Clinton said as much, too. Don't forget Bill.
Bill Nigh, what I find funny is how you characterize yourself as a "real American" merely "speaking the Truth". Seems as though I've seen a bit of name calling in your posts because others (who are really just as much "real Americans" as you are) see your "Truth" as just a bunch of stinkin' BS.
I find that what you post, rather than "Truth" is nothing more than your uninformed opinion.
And *that* is the Truth!