Bill Clinton Comes To Destin

I have a feeling that their decisions have more to do with politrics than thinking that the war is bad.

Yes, but maybe in this instance, their "politrickal" thinking was good, despite the motive.

As I recall, both sides of the aisle had the same bad info regarding Iraq. Once we got there and it became evident that the decision to invade was a colossal eff-up, why would anybody but suckups and eternal optimists want to continue their support for a war that had gone so badly? At least there are some people trying to put some bandaids on damage that will never be fully repaired.

Hillary played dumb to the Monica story because she didn't want to blow her shot at the Presidency. Bill may have not done more than a lot of husbands do, but that doesn't make it right. In fact, it sets the bad example for the population. His actions show that it is okay to break your vows which were made before God and the State. Furthermore, he went a step to far, IMO, lying about it while under oath. He could have said, "My sex life is none of your d_mn business," but no, he lied about, while looking all loving and caring. Now he wasn't the first to sleep around while in office, but I think he was the first to blatantly lie about it to the public in a press release. Not the role model I want for my kids. I want a President (wishful thinking) who will set a good example as a person and a leader. I do hold elected officials to higher standards. They put themselves on a pedestal for everyone to see, so it seems rather ridiculous that they don't think they are being watched by everyone.

As for judging, do you think we should close our eyes and pull the lever when we are selecting a leader for our country? To me, that doesn't make sense. Elected politicians need to be judged every day in order to keep them somewhat honest. I think you are pushing the envelope on that statement about not judging. ;-)

YES, it was wrong for him to lie, and 2 wrongs do not make right. But what about redeemtion?

Husbands and wives make vows before God.

As parents, how we behave is our children's role model.

As for closing our eyes and pulling a lever to elect a leader, IMO ....and I have one just like everyone else... the record shows that is exactly what happened when George Bush was elected.

I too want a honest elected officials.

I am not judging anyone, I simply quoted what the bible says. Not pushing any envelope.

Anyway, my point in posting this was to share the information.

Redemption works if someone actually redeems themself, it's not an automatic process. As far as the Bible quote, it says "Is it so, that there is not a wise man among you? no, not one that shall be able to judge between his brethren?" The phrase "Judge not" has been taken out of context. The office of President is a serious position, only one is elected out of millions. For someone to disgrace the office, disgraces the entire country. Do you really believe that "Bill" is as good as this country can produce? The president sets the standard for all Americans, and represents us to the world. Is there no one that obtain a higher standard of ethics than that?

Clinton is no longer in office....George Bush is.

hoonoone200, I don't think many people have been bragging about GW's accomplishments. Where did you get that idea? Bush is too deep in the war to gain popularity from the LEFT, and he is too far left, except for the war, to gain popularity from the GOP. If anyone likes GW, it is most likely due to their idea that he was the better of the very limited two choices.

To highlight the convicted liar's visit, the Post office is issuing a new stamp:

Although it's price is screwing the taxpayer too...

Seacliff your an idiot....

"W" = LOSER

Seacliff your an idiot....

"W" = LOSER

Yea, but lost to Gore, the Taliban, the Sunnis, the ****tes, Al Qaeda and respect to 95% of the world governments......

"W"=Loser.......and also bungler of the English Language.....

Arkiehawg, "your" is the possessive form of "you". I think you were looking for "you're" which is the contracted word for "you are". In Florida schools, even the remedial students learn that before they turn seven. Hope this helps.

I absolutely welcome Bill Clinton to Destin!

I've been waiting a long time to find a use for this smilie, who appears to be pounding his fist on the invisible table..., but with Bill being the topic, I wonder if this one is more appropriate?

BTW, I have no problem with Billy coming to Destin, but please keep him on the west side of the outlet mall, I mean "Factory Stores."

Guilty as charged for not proofing. Thank you professor for your non-sarcastic approach to enlightening me.......

I iz jest a bubba et hart........

Clinton is no longer in office....George Bush is.

NEVER TEAR DOWN ANYTHING UNLESS YOU ARE PREPARED TO BUILD SOMETHING BETTER IN ITS PLACE.

This rule applies to both individuals and things. It?s easy to criticize other people thoughtlessly for their shortcomings, and equally easy to find fault in their work or in situations that are not to your liking. It is far more difficult to be a builder of people and to create works of art, useful products, or profitable businesses. Make sure you are a builder, not a destroyer of people and things. When you criticize the actions or work of others-your children, your employees, or others for whom you are responsible-make sure your criticisms are positive and directed at the act, or the opportunity for improvement, not the individual.

---- quoted from Napoleon Hill

Even as I type this I am already regretting this - please do not all jump down my throat as I know I will pretty much be the lone voice out here in the south heartland.......BUT

I really, truely, deeply do not care ONE iota about what Bill Clinton did with his personal life while in office. He was IMHO an unbelievably skilled politician who oversaw one of the greatest economic expansions in the US (no need to talk about whether that was luck or public policy, or private enterprise -that is not the point here) who unfortunately squandered a lot of his potential on sex and power and dragged this country into an embarrassing public spectacle. I know an insane amount of time, money and resources was spent on impeachment proceedings and by now we all know about the abject hypocrisy of so many who were calling for his head!

Notwithstanding the very good points SJ raised earlier about politicians ideally valuing and respecting the highest form of public office (and I agree with this) - Bill Clinton was acting in the same way that thousands and thousands of us all act (making point here that more than 65% of Americans supposedly admit to cheating on their spouses) - and I personally do not need to hold a man or woman to higher PERSONAL standards just because they are seeking the presidency - at this point I just crave someone competent.