McCain rejects endorsement of controversial pastor John Hagee

Source: CNN TV

"(CNN) — In the face of mounting controversy over headline-grabbing statements from Pastor John Hagee, CNN has learned presumptive Republican nominee John McCain has decided to reject his endorsement.

The Huffington Post had published a recording of Hagee saying that Adolf Hitler had been fulfilling God’s will by hastening the desire of Jews to return to Israel in accordance with biblical prophecy.

“Obviously, I find these remarks and others deeply offensive and indefensible, and I repudiate them. I did not know of them before Reverend Hagee's endorsement, and I feel I must reject his endorsement as well,” McCain said in a statement to CNN Thursday."

Read more: http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/22/mccain-officially-rejects-hagee-endorsement/

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Took a while?

my my my

http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/22/mccain-officially-rejects-hagee-endorsement/

Or will McLame have to go on a dozen programs and repeat the press release? I'm betting the Very Serious People of Media simply say, "Well, that's that" and we'll never hear about it again. Anyone who brings up McLame's courtship of the Hagee endorsement will be accused of wallowing in the past, or mud-slinging, or something. Anyone who recalls how "delighted" McLame was with the Hagee endorsement will decidedly not be getting any barbecue.

That just sunk him with the Armageddon crowd, but hey, they didn't really like him in the first place.

I am here to humbly concede the 2008 Presidency to the candidate from the Democratic Party.

I am a "right-wing nut job" and I never did like McCain. Let's face it, he was just the best "democrat" in the race. Now how can I believe that he won't flip-flop with terrorists. He was so afraid of going through what Obama did that he didn't bother to show reason. He just said "Oh my! Someones mad at me! I'd better change my mind!"

Just to give you folks an honest insight into the other camp, I honestly don't know what I am going to do. For about 4 seconds, I thought about voting for the dems but I really can't stand either one that they are putting out this year. I thought about not voting but can't stand the fact that I wouldn't be able to complain for 4 years. Right now, I am considering writing in Huckabee although I know That any write in or vote for a third party candidate would be a wasted vote.

Like it or not Johnnie, it was us nut jobs that got GW elected twice and you know how unpopular he has been. You just helped the GOP snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.

Again, congratulations Hill or Bama, whichever comes out of that cat fight. We'll see you guys again in 4 years. Atleast it can go back to everything be y'all's fault. Our guy is done.

We need to know exactly what Hagee preaches. ALL news networks should break into regularly scheduled programming to run his sermons followed by a 3 hour analysis of his words so we can judge for ourselves.

Where's the pastorbation-A-thon?

Now he doesn't?

Which is it?


You defend McLame?

Why?

That is all that is needed in the obamanation. Goose-gander thing?

Interesting.

This WILL be an ongoing issue, as will Rev. Wright.

but you know that already

Both sides seem to suffer from premature electoral dysfunction. October surprises don't happen in February, March or April.

Sorry, I just can't get worked up about issues that will hold no traction. Real ones, recent ones, ones that speak to the essentials of a president will matter. Silly stuff that doesn't garner attention is unworthy of my time. See, as proof, this will be the last time I speak of this.

Right, guys?

Obama does not impress me. Tell that to the Jewish voters and explain to them the anti-semitic company he keeps.

*PLONK*

Playing quotes from Hagee's sermons.

Saying Hagee claims he was mis-characterized. CNN reporter is reading from McCain's statement.

The similarities are eerily similar.

THREE MONTHS AGO! That issue has already been internalized by slightly (or more than slightly, depending on the individual) racists in Kentucky, WV, and other states in the South, and not just the rich people, as Hillary points out with such sinister delight. In these states, Wright, along with Bittergate (another tabloid-created "scandal" to serve as a diversion fanned by the corporate elite and their propaganda networks), are a deep part of many White voters' perceptions; the net result being the mentality that Obama is a godless black separatist who is an adversary of god-fearing, White hunters. I'm telling you, this will have significant effect, dividing the electorate enough to yield either a true victory or a stealable margin for McCain (both of which amount to a win for McCain).

The GOP plan to push this angle to the hilt, as we saw with Huckabee's comments last week at the NRA event, in which he shamlessly evoked that old stereotype of the scared, cowardly black man. They plan to exploit the manufactured division between the "God-fearing, proud hunters" and the "Godless niggers" who want to take away their guns. Though it was (or at least should have been) expected that racism would be a cornerstone of the GOP's campaign when we have a Black nominee, it is still no less infuriating. They know Obama's candidacy will energize black voters in the South, so they're adding a much less implicit and subtle racial element to their traditional forumla of God, gays, and guns. Like Malloy says, this kind of shit makes me embarassed to be a white male.

Point is: the Wright and Bittergate things, which are essentially part of the same PR strategy, have mortally wounded Obama, though they have faded from the front page for now.

Its a sad state of affairs when we debate anyones "pastor" seriously.

Hagee is a despicable human being. Hate and bitterness personified. I hope in a new political era we marginalize all of the Jerry Falwells, Hagees, and Pat Robertsons.

EVERYONE will be better off for it

PUH LEESE

When are these candidates going to realize that EVERYTHING is on the web. if you ever had an inappropriate fart in your life, it will be in the web SOMEWHERE! So much for his vetting.

Source: CNN

CNN) — In the face of mounting controversy over headline-grabbing statements from Pastor John Hagee, CNN has learned presumptive Republican nominee John McCain has decided to reject his endorsement.

The Huffington Post had published a recording of Hagee saying that Adolf Hitler had been fulfilling God’s will by hastening the desire of Jews to return to Israel in accordance with biblical prophecy.

“Obviously, I find these remarks and others deeply offensive and indefensible, and I repudiate them. I did not know of them before Reverend Hagee's endorsement, and I feel I must reject his endorsement as well,” McCain said in a statement to CNN Thursday.



Read more: http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/05/22/mccain-officially-rejects-hagee-endorsement/

:rofl: Poor McSame. He can't win for losing.

so now all we need is about a months worth of wall to wall news coverage on the subject and it should be about even re: the Rev Wright flap?

Cause dammit... he didn't have a problem with calling Catholicism the Great Whore...

I wanna know what other comments he already was confronted with, that were OK... grr this guy.

We need to hear this pompous ass's voice "Hitler Hitler Hitler" over and over and over


I'll be over here holding my breath until that happens

Which ones is he claiming now he didn't know about?

So it's OK to call Catholicism the Great Whore, then, eh Old John? :mad:

"UPDATE: Citing critics who had been "grossly misrepresenting" his positions since his decision to back John McCain, Hagee withdrew that endorsement Thursday afternoon.

"I am tired of these baseless attacks and fear that they have become a distraction in what should be a national debate about important issues. I have therefore decided to withdraw my endorsement of Senator McCain for President effective today, and to remove myself from any active role in the 2008 campaign," he said in a statement.

"I hope that the Senator McCain will accept this withdrawal so that he may focus on the issues that are most important to America and the world."

Some withdrawal:rofl:

and got the nomination

:rofl:

Bwaaahaaa!

Perhaps we can get General Boykin to endorse McCain as well! The more radical right the endorser is, the less McCain will be liked!

You can only distance yourself from it.

And it's too late for McSame. He spent a year trying to get Hagee's endorsement.

Hagee is now an albatross hanging from his neck.

Please keep your visceral hatred for Muslims, Jews, Blacks, Europeans, Asians, Catholics, college grads, gays, women, Mexicans, Canadians, and people who see their Dentist to yourself for a few months...just until we win the election.

Thank you,
John McCain

P.S. Fuck Putin and piss on the Mongolians.
PPS Please send money.

Source: CNN



Read more: http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/05/22/mccain.hagee/index.html

That's what I want in a leader. A person who can make snap decisions.

What took you so long, Mac? That's what you have to explain now.

I mean after the way McCain courted him, I'll bet his feelings are really hurt. Pastor Hagee, if I were you I would condemn McCain and tell my followers to never vote for a man who changes his positions so quickly!

a gluttonous hypocrite of the first order.

However, McCombover still has Rod Parsley, and THAT is the gift that will keep on giving.

the old fool waited long enough. but its a win/win situation. we can point out the endorsement, many and assorted insane rantings of the good reverend and the length of time it took for McCrap to "reject the good reverend"

WAY too little and way WAY WAY too late, but there it is... :shrug:

Now on to that little repudiation of *bush you'll be needing to do... :headbang:

"Ellen" today helped. Not much though.

:rofl:

In principle I don't believe stuff like this has any place in politics, but listening to McCain sternly renounce and reject Hagee, interspersed with clips of Hagee's ridiculous stuff...it was a good laugh.

http://mediamatters.org/items/200802280018

HAGEE: All hurricanes are acts of God, because God controls the heavens. I believe that New Orleans had a level of sin that was offensive to God, and they are -- were recipients of the judgment of God for that. The newspaper carried the story in our local area that was not carried nationally that there was to be a homosexual parade there on the Monday that the Katrina came. And the promise of that parade was that it was going to reach a level of sexuality never demonstrated before in any of the other Gay Pride parades. So I believe that the judgment of God is a very real thing. I know that there are people who demur from that, but I believe that the Bible teaches that when you violate the law of God, that God brings punishment sometimes before the day of judgment. And I believe that the Hurricane Katrina was, in fact, the judgment of God against the city of New Orleans.

:grr: :banghead: :nuke:

Apparently McSatan was prefectly fine with that. Then again, LA and MS are probably in the bag for the 'pukes, so who cares? :sarcasm: Oh, speaking of MS, what was the great sin of Biloxi (53 confirmed dead)? Casinos, maybe? :eyes:

And what about the Catholic Church being "the Great Whore"? Even Bill Donohue, the loose cannon from the Catholic League, took issue with that, until one of the 'puke puppet masters told him to play nice.

edit: italics, emoticons

Apparently McSatan was prefectly fine with that. Then again, LA and MS are probably in the bag for the 'pukes, so who cares? Oh, speaking of MS, what was the great sin of Biloxi (53 confirmed dead)? Casinos, maybe?
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I checked it out. Turns out that some Starbucks sold a latte to a gay guy passing through town. And wouldn't you know it..........HE...was watching.

Obama was crucified over Wright.

two enter, one walks away. ;)

Let them eat one another. November will be blue.

They would be making a huge deal out of Obama's "Hitler-loving" pastor, while McCain's Rev. Wright would be talked about for a couple of days and then dropped.

He begged for his endorsement recently.