Gravitymaster 0 #1 November 28, 2011 Hmmph?? I wonder why? http://thehill.com/blogs/ballot-box/house-races/195629-frank-17th-house-democrat-to-announce-retirement Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #2 November 28, 2011 I can’t help but think that he is following Chris Dodd in realizing his name attached to the Wall Street Bailout bill likely ended his political career. Still, while I disagreed with much – if not most – of Barney Frank’s political positions and even actions, I have a very large amount of respect for the man. He co-sponsored a bill that may have ended his political career because he thought it was the right thing to do. We NEED more legislators who are willing to commit political suicide by doing what they think it right. I disagree wholeheartedly with the Dodd-Frank but hey, he thought it necessary despite the long-term personal consequences. The biggest thing that is held against him is that scandal where the male prostitute was living with him – and even being paid by him. I actually viewed his whole handling of the issue as one that spoke of integrity. He did NOT know about the whole prostitution ring. When word came out he did NOT cover it up but actually self reported it and got an investigation rolling on himself. Then he did the unspeakable – he went to his district and opened up for questioning and answered questioned without evasion. Say what one will about Barney Frank’s politics. Yes – I disagree with them. But Barney Frank the man long ago earned my respect. I absolutely wish him the best. My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #3 November 28, 2011 So about your thread title...... ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airdvr 210 #4 November 28, 2011 Please don't dent the planet. Destinations by Roxanne Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #5 November 28, 2011 His seat has been challenged many times in the past. I believe this move is due to attempts at re-districting and I think Barney just isn't up to fending off new challenges for his seat. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelpdiver 2 #6 November 28, 2011 QuoteHmmph?? I wonder why? http://thehill.com/blogs/ballot-box/house-races/195629-frank-17th-house-democrat-to-announce-retirement Lots of explanations less nefarious that you imply. "There are other things I'd like to do in my life before my career is over," he said, referencing an uncompleted doctoral dissertation at Harvard University. He's 71, Congress stopped working together in the mid 90s. It can't be fun banging your head against the wall for 15 years. I can think of a million reasons to get out of that arena to do something else. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #7 November 28, 2011 Quote Is that the sound of a huge WHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOSH... we are all hearing??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airdvr 210 #8 November 28, 2011 Quote Quote Is that the sound of a huge WHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOSH... we are all hearing??? Not unless it's Barney bending over in the shower. I thought Rehm's post was funny. Maybe he thinks his chances are better at Penn State.Please don't dent the planet. Destinations by Roxanne Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #9 November 28, 2011 Quote Quote Quote Is that the sound of a huge WHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOSH... we are all hearing??? Not unless it's Barney bending over in the shower. I thought Rehm's post was funny. Maybe he thinks his chances are better at Penn State. I think it USED to be a different sports anaolgy ... of who was doing what on the mound and who was behind the plate... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,587 #10 November 28, 2011 One thing I really like about you is your ability to look past someone's politics. "Agrees with Jerry" isn't a prerequisite for respect, liking, or the ability to say something good about someone. Wendy P.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Channman 2 #11 November 28, 2011 Barney's SEAT has been open for sometime now, with a sign stating, "Open please cum in."Sorry Wendy, I failed at the respect thing...but I'm still working on it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #12 November 28, 2011 QuoteQuoteHmmph?? I wonder why? http://thehill.com/blogs/ballot-box/house-races/195629-frank-17th-house-democrat-to-announce-retirement Lots of explanations less nefarious that you imply. "There are other things I'd like to do in my life before my career is over," he said, referencing an uncompleted doctoral dissertation at Harvard University. He's 71, Congress stopped working together in the mid 90s. It can't be fun banging your head against the wall for 15 years. I can think of a million reasons to get out of that arena to do something else. Yep, that's my thinking, too. The age-70s decade is a real transformer, heath-wise. I've watched a lot of very vibrant, active 71 year olds lose a great deal of their health (or die) by the time they're 78 or 79. So at age 71, after a lifetime of constant work, battles and public scrutiny and derision of his personal life , the window of opportunity to get out and really enjoy a few healthy years of retirement, while he still can, is now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #13 November 28, 2011 Quote Barney's SEAT has been open for sometime now, with a sign stating, "Open please cum in." We can always count on you to keep things classy, Channing. Thanks for being you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest #14 November 29, 2011 To whom this time? Another gay gigolo? mh ."The mouse does not know life until it is in the mouth of the cat." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rushmc 23 #15 November 29, 2011 QuoteI can’t help but think that he is following Chris Dodd in realizing his name attached to the Wall Street Bailout bill likely ended his political career. Still, while I disagreed with much – if not most – of Barney Frank’s political positions and even actions, I have a very large amount of respect for the man. He co-sponsored a bill that may have ended his political career because he thought it was the right thing to do. We NEED more legislators who are willing to commit political suicide by doing what they think it right. I disagree wholeheartedly with the Dodd-Frank but hey, he thought it necessary despite the long-term personal consequences. The biggest thing that is held against him is that scandal where the male prostitute was living with him – and even being paid by him. I actually viewed his whole handling of the issue as one that spoke of integrity. He did NOT know about the whole prostitution ring. When word came out he did NOT cover it up but actually self reported it and got an investigation rolling on himself. Then he did the unspeakable – he went to his district and opened up for questioning and answered questioned without evasion. Say what one will about Barney Frank’s politics. Yes – I disagree with them. But Barney Frank the man long ago earned my respect. I absolutely wish him the best. I guess I would wish him good riddance. I find it hard to respect someone who, used the power of his office to, write letters on House stationary to lobby a felon’s parole officer (the felon was his live in boyfriend) while this same boyfriend ran a male prostitute operation out of Mr. Franks House apartment. Ya, better this one is finally gone As for the timing? Well, he is 72 years old and has 32 years in the House? No matter who, you gotta think it is time to retire"America will never be destroyed from the outside, if we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroyed ourselves." Abraham Lincoln Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #16 November 29, 2011 QuoteTo whom this time? Another gay gigolo? mh . It seems to work a lot better for so many in the Party of Wide Stance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #17 November 30, 2011 Quote So about your thread title...... Well, I could have said his seat is up for grabs. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
