McGruder’s Emory speach was broadcast on C-span so they might have a transcript or tape available to anyone who is interested.
I happened to catch it when it was broadcast and came away quite impressed with McGruder’s thoughtfulness, humor and passion. He attacked the entire Bush administration, especially Bush, Condi Rice and Gen. Powell, and the media, in no uncertain terms. It was a very interesting speech. The 1st Amendment is a great thing.
Am I confused (yes) or didn’t this happen about a year ago. I remember the author of a not-often-funny cartoon with black characters making speeches at a university shortly after 9/11. It was part of the whole thing that made Mrs. Cheney write a book to keep a record of unAmerican activites on college campuses.
Did he do it again?
I remeber from then part of his speech was a bit about all the flags everywhere. He didn’t really have a problem with displaying the flag but that set of flags from the TV offer. (remember the ones that attached to your windon on a little plastic stand and you got a set of three for $19.95?) The author said something like If that was your FIRST flag, you may not be as patriotic as you think.
Boondocks is utterly refreshing and often downright hilarious. Sometimes, however, he makes cultural references that force me to consult my son. The condescending little snot.
Mallard Fillmore deserves a place in the Compleat Compendium of Conservative Humor. Its that skinny little book right next to Italian War Heroes.
No, child, I meant it as a criticism.
As in “anyone who would sign his name to a document like the ‘Not in My Name’ dreck is a moral idiot.”
Or “anyone who would accuse Bush of breaking ‘every law under the sun’ in the absence of any kind of evidence is a partisan dolt.”
Or “the American delusion that anyone who is prominent in entertainment has political opinions that are worth the powder to blow them to hell is ridiculous”.
Or “Boondocks is a far left piece of garbage drawn by some one with delusions of adequacy about his political opinions based on his success writing in the funny papers.”
Or “Opinions are like assholes. Everyone’s got one, and some stink worse than others.”
Like that.
Regards,
Shodan
Wow! Amazing! I had no idea these implants were available, so that Rush Limbaugh, the Orca of the Airwaves, could beam straight into someone’s cerebral cortex! Do they cut out when you go into tunnels, resulting in spasms of rationality?
Speaking of foolishness, what’s with spelling Clinton’s name with a K?
That was kind of my point. The type of person who refutes a criticism of Bush with a slam against Clinton (“Oh, you think Bush can’t speak clearly? Well, Clinton got a blowjob, so what you gonna say now?”) is the type of person who spells Clinton with a K, or America with a K, etc. Foolishness abounds, even on a board that seeks to fight ignorance.
On preview, I get 69 hits on “amerika,” and 27 for “klinton,” including my post.
Tsk, tsk. It’s spelled Amerikkka. It’s a clever play of words, because it makes a reference to the scientific FACT that all Americans are racists.
So, when a liberal uses hyperbole to make a point, he’s a partisan dolt. But when a conservative uses hyperbole, it’s biting political criticism.
Thanks for clearing that one up for us.
elucidator:
Don’t forget “Famous Jewish Sports Legends”
/airplane
In reply to comments made by Shodan:
Now, since you’ve had a pretty tenuous grasp on the difference between literal speech and hyperbolic or metaphorical speech throughout this thread, I can not be completely sure whether you are actually calling me a child, or if you intend to imply that my lack of anger over McGruder’s involvement in the “Not in My Name” document somehow means I share qualities with children. If it is the former, then you may wish to know that you are mistaken; I am an adult. If it is the latter, I can only say “So’s your mum,” and “I am rubber you are glue.” Oh, and “my Dad can beat up your Dad.”
The statement, which can be read here, seems to promote tolerance, peace, freedom and human rights. I can’t see any of these things being described as moral idiocy. But, if you like you can tell me why toeing the government line is somehow more moral. Just remember to explain why a citizen of my country has been made a non-person by your country, a person with neither the rights of a criminal or of a prisoner-of-war.
I’ve explained hyperbole to you. I can tutor you in the finer points of this not uncommon linguistic device, but I do require payment. If you aren’t willing to foot the bill, maybe you can just understand that this little part of McGruder’s speech has flown straight over your head, and you should just shut up about it before you look even more foolish.
They’re worth just as yours, and in the case of Aaron McGruder, a good deal more. He seems able to talk about politics with some degree of intelligence. You haven’t exhibited the ability to talk about anything with any degree of intelligence.
Well, I’ve spoken about the worth of his political opinions, and I feel that Boondocks is a well-drawn, well written cartoon that can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of political leanings. (I mean who here doesn’t find Puffy criticism entertaining?)
Strange that you know this, but still feel the need to share yours with the world.
All in all, well said, gex, save for that last sentence. I am quite sure you are referring to Shoddy’s sharing of his political opinions, but other, less temperate persons might misunderstand. One really must be careful about these things, even in the Pit.