Sen. Ted Kennedy dead at 77

12thMan · 08-26-2009, 12:16 PM

I'm struck by the scores of major legislation Kennedy introduced and ultimately saw passed into law. SCHIP, OSHA, minimum wage, and civil rights are a few that come to mind. I think more than any modern day politician, he found his place and voice in the U.S. Senate.

DynamiteRave · 08-26-2009, 12:48 PM

I swear, when someone dies, there should never be RIP thread because all people do is come and piss on it.

It doesn't matter who it is, Republican or Democrat, famous or not so famous, there's always a hater.

GMScud · 08-26-2009, 12:59 PM

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The last of the bootlegger's sons dies. I hear Bushmill's stock went down 25%. Last night was a good night for the Republic, another socialist bites the dust. I wish death on no one but I'll not shed a bloody tear for that pompous drunk.

Why even post this? Just don't say anything if that's how you feel.

Trample the Elderly · 08-26-2009, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by DynamiteRave

I swear, when someone dies, there should never be RIP thread because all people do is come and piss on it.

It doesn't matter who it is, Republican or Democrat, famous or not so famous, there's always a hater.

I'm sure Mary Jo Kopechne agrees with you. I'm just waiting for Sheets Byrd to drop dead now.

GMScud · 08-26-2009, 01:14 PM

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I'm sure Mary Jo Kopechne agrees with you. I'm just waiting for Sheets Byrd to drop dead now.

Someone needs a hug. Sheesh.

Trample the Elderly · 08-26-2009, 01:23 PM

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Why even post this? Just don't say anything if that's how you feel.

Why is the old bastard beyond reproach? I didn't like him in life. Why should I feel any differently now that he's dead? Isn't this what blogs are for, people posting about how they feel?

dmek25 · 08-26-2009, 01:28 PM

then why weren't you on here ripping him before? let the old man pass

Hog1 · 08-26-2009, 01:32 PM

RIP Senator........

GMScud · 08-26-2009, 01:43 PM

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Why is the old bastard beyond reproach? I didn't like him in life. Why should I feel any differently now that he's dead? Isn't this what blogs are for, people posting about how they feel?

Did I say that? I'm not a fan of his current politics either, but you're just being flat out disrespectful. His body is still warm and you're ripping him a new one -bringing up Chappaquiddick, calling him a drunk and an old bastard? Come on.

If you hated him so much, why not quietly be happy he's gone? Sure blogs are about posting how you feel, but how about a little couthe?

dmek25 · 08-26-2009, 01:58 PM

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Did I say that? I'm not a fan of his current politics either, but you're just being flat out disrespectful. His body is still warm and you're ripping him a new one -bringing up Chappaquiddick, calling him a drunk and an old bastard? Come on.

If you hated him so much, why not quietly be happy he's gone? Sure blogs are about posting how you feel, but how about a little couthe?

you might have to explain that word to some of our members

Slingin Sammy 33 · 08-26-2009, 02:28 PM

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Why is the old bastard beyond reproach? I didn't like him in life. Why should I feel any differently now that he's dead? Isn't this what blogs are for, people posting about how they feel?

I'm no fan of his politics either, and there is certainly a time to discuss/debate his legacy, good or bad. Now isn't that time. IMO his family should be at least allowed to mourn and put him in the ground before the insults start to fly.

This isn't a blog. A blog is something you write and maintain on your own. This is a discussion board with many diverse members and views, and at least out of respect to fellow members who have a positive view of Kennedy (who are also fellow Skins fans) maybe we could eliminate the negative comments in an RIP thread. No problem with voicing opinions, but maybe wait a few days and start another thread. FWIW.

firstdown · 08-26-2009, 02:38 PM

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I'm no fan of his politics either, and there is certainly a time to discuss/debate his legacy, good or bad. Now isn't that time. IMO his family should be at least allowed to mourn and put him in the ground before the insults start to fly.

This isn't a blog. A blog is something you write and maintain on your own. This is a discussion board with many diverse members and views, and at least out of respect to fellow members who have a positive view of Kennedy (who are also fellow Skins fans) maybe we could eliminate the negative comments in an RIP thread. No problem with voicing opinions, but maybe wait a few days and start another thread. FWIW.

Your probably right as far as out of respect for people here then I'll wait.

Trample the Elderly · 08-26-2009, 02:43 PM

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I'm no fan of his politics either, and there is certainly a time to discuss/debate his legacy, good or bad. Now isn't that time. IMO his family should be at least allowed to mourn and put him in the ground before the insults start to fly.

This isn't a blog. A blog is something you write and maintain on your own. This is a discussion board with many diverse members and views, and at least out of respect to fellow members who have a positive view of Kennedy (who are also fellow Skins fans) maybe we could eliminate the negative comments in an RIP thread. No problem with voicing opinions, but maybe wait a few days and start another thread. FWIW.

What if Bin Laden died? Would I have to wait a few days for that too? I've said my peace.

GMScud · 08-26-2009, 02:47 PM

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What if Bin Laden died? Would I have to wait a few days for that too? I've said my peace.

Apples and oranges buddy. To even draw that comparison is just stupid.

Slingin Sammy 33 · 08-26-2009, 03:02 PM

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What if Bin Laden died? Would I have to wait a few days for that too? I've said my peace.

Are you kidding me??? Unfortunately, I know you're not.

08-26-2009, 12:16 PM	#31
12thMan MVP Join Date: May 2005 Location: washington, D.C. Posts: 11,460	Re: Sen. Ted Kennedy dead at 77 I'm struck by the scores of major legislation Kennedy introduced and ultimately saw passed into law. SCHIP, OSHA, minimum wage, and civil rights are a few that come to mind. I think more than any modern day politician, he found his place and voice in the U.S. Senate.

08-26-2009, 12:48 PM	#32
DynamiteRave Living Legend Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Washington DC Age: 38 Posts: 16,867	Re: Sen. Ted Kennedy dead at 77 I swear, when someone dies, there should never be RIP thread because all people do is come and piss on it. It doesn't matter who it is, Republican or Democrat, famous or not so famous, there's always a hater. __________________ Establishment, establishment, you always know what's best. I've been a part of this message board for 17 years. Damn I'm old.

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dmek25 MVP Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: lancaster,pa Age: 63 Posts: 10,672	Re: Sen. Ted Kennedy dead at 77 then why weren't you on here ripping him before? let the old man pass __________________ "It's better to be quiet and thought a fool than to open ones mouth and remove all doubt." courtesy of 53fan

08-26-2009, 01:32 PM	#38
Hog1 Quietly Dominating the East Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 10,675	Re: Sen. Ted Kennedy dead at 77 RIP Senator........ __________________ Goodbye Sean..........Vaya Con Dios thankyou Joe....... *“God made certain people to play football. He was one of them.” – Joe Gibbs*

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