Several weeks ago at the UK’s Guardian, I wrote about rightwing democracy-hater Paul Weyrich and his 1980 speech to 15,000 preachers in Dallas (with Ronald Reagan and Jerry Falwell also on the bill), in which he called for massive vote suppression. The comments, from one of the “Conservative” Movement’s “founding fathers” and a Godfather of the Republicans’ now-peaking, long-waged voter suppression scheme, are worth getting out there again and again — particularly right now. The video of Weyrich’s 1980 comments (:40 seconds) is at right and the text is below…
As mentioned previously, Weyrich continues as a regular consultant to the top-tier GOP power-brokers to this day, and last night the man who so eloquently elaborated the Republican Rosetta Stone of voter disenfranchisement was honored “for Life, Work and Service” at a D.C. shindig that raised “over $330,000…for the Free Congress Foundation.”
“The highlight of the evening included an historic 21 gun salute video,” a press release issued this afternoon (posted in full below) crows. That salute “included 30 of the country’s top leaders such as author and columnist, George Will; national talk show host and author Hugh Hewitt, Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R – KY), Former Speaker of the House, Newt Gingrich; Ken Blackwell, 2008 Vice-Chairman of the Republican Convention Platform Committee and Former Ohio Secretary of State; Marion Edwyn Harrison, Esq., Free Congress Foundation; Phyllis Schlafly of Eagle Forum; Jerry Falwell, Jr., Liberty University; Rep. Edwin Meese, III,. Heritage Foundation and Former U.S. Attorney General; Dr. James Dobson, Focus on the Family; Don Wildmon, American Family Association, among many others.”…
Though comments as seen in the video above ought to make this man a pariah to any democracy-loving American citizen, he continues to be anything but to the GOP movement which has mainstreamed this guy, and his loathing for American values, and turned him into a movement demigod…
“With his commitment to traditional family values, he has consistently promoted a morally conscious culture,” explains the release, without clarifying what traditional or moral value is contained in fighting against democracy.
“As one step in this effort, he is credited for coining the term ‘Moral Majority,'” the release continues. “Today, Paul writes regularly for the Washington Times and Newsmax and continues to serve as an influential voice for the conservative movement through his leadership of the Free Congress Foundation and the weekly meetings of Coalitions for America.”
Just so good Americans, who actually put country ahead of partisan politics and power, realize who and what you’re up against between now and November.
The full press release from the Hamilton Strategies PR firm is posted below…
September 11, 2008
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
in Washington, D.C. for Life, Work and Service
Over $330,000 raised for the Free Congress Foundation
Washington, D.C. – September 11. 2008 – One of the most influential and respected political icons was honored Wednesday night as over 400 of his closest friends, peers, colleagues and co-workers tried to fight back their tears of appreciation. A Salute to Mr. Paul Weyrich was held in the elegant ballroom of the Four Seasons Hotel in Washington D.C. to celebrate his life, his mission and his work. Over $330,000 was raised that evening which will be donated to the Free Congress Foundation.
Included in the evening’s events was the introduction by Colin Hanna, president of Let Freedom Ring; personal greetings by close friends Morton Blackwell of the Leadership Institute and Edwin J. Feulner, Phd. of the Heritage Foundation; Cleta Mitchell of Foley and Larder was the Mistress of Ceremonies; Archimandrite Joseph Francavilla of the Holy Transfiguration Melkite Greek Catholic Church gave the invocation; and the highlight of the evening included an historic 21 gun salute video which included 30 of the country’s top leaders such as author and columnist, George Will; national talk show host and author Hugh Hewitt, Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R – KY), Former Speaker of the House, Newt Gingrich; Ken Blackwell, 2008 Vice-Chairman of the Republican Convention Platform Committee and Former Ohio Secretary of State; Marion Edwyn Harrison, Esq., Free Congress Foundation; Phyllis Schlafly of Eagle Forum; Jerry Falwell, Jr., Liberty University; Rep. Edwin Meese, III,. Heritage Foundation and Former U.S. Attorney General; Dr. James Dobson, Focus on the Family; Don Wildmon, American Family Association, among many others.
Following the 21 Gun Salute, Washington, D.C. WMAL 630 AM talk show host Chris Plante made special remarks and then introduced Paul Weyrich who spoke and reminisced about four decades of life and work in Washington. Tony Perkins closed the evening with the benediction.
Paul Weyrich first came to Washington, DC forty-two years ago, as press secretary to Senator Gordon Allott of Colorado. One of his young colleagues on the Allott staff was George Will. At a time when few dared proclaimed themselves “conservatives”, Paul Weyrich took on the political establishment, and declared himself a “movement conservative”. While a Senate staffer, Paul learned that Joseph Coors was looking for a way to contribute to the conservative movement. Paul proposed an independent research institute that would influence policy debates before decisions were made. It was on this basic concept, and the help of some other movement conservatives such as Lyn Nofziger and Edwin J. Feulner, that Joseph Coors funded Paul’s vision and made it a reality. That is how the Heritage Foundation began. Paul went on to found numerous other conservative groups, including Coalitions for America, the Council for National Policy, the American Legislative Exchange Council and, most recently, the Free Congress Foundation. He has not only been successful in creating hubs for facilitating a continuing conservative presence in Washington, he has also been instrumental in translating conservative principles into effective legislation. With his commitment to traditional family values, he has consistently promoted a morally conscious culture. As one step in this effort, he is credited for coining the term “Moral Majority.” Today, Paul writes regularly for the Washington Times and Newsmax and continues to serve as an influential voice for the conservative movement through his leadership of the Free Congress Foundation and the weekly meetings of Coalitions for America.
For a full video and audio file of the event as well as still photos visit www.NewsGuests.com
So, the message being, if we can’t win them over with our message, we’ll take steps to exclude them.
How very Christian.
The hypocrisy is so overt, they themselves, can’t even grasp it.
Rather then being honored as some kind of hero, he should be shunned and shamed by Christian and Conservative alike. This man is a traitor. In every sense of the word. Not only to his country, but also to his Creator.
It’s fitting I guess to have a “GOP Pig Orgasm” on the anniversary of 911, while we have the same GOP Fascist Pigs attempting two types of domestic terrorism.
Domestic Terrorism of our Nations Finance.
And a lesser known story about:
Florida Voter Caging Warning: McCain mailer w/absentee ballot requests
You really do have to commend these…
You have to commend the loyalty. Brad has been playing this video/soundbyte often lately and I’m sure it was depressing for Mr. W to realize he, (as Lee Atwater before him (first video)), had indeed injured his own country.
It was time for his buddies to say – It’s OK Paul.
Brad. I wish someone started a blog on what could be the most perverse tactics/acts/tricks that Karl Rove could pull to win this election, and we know, anything goes on his book…Stealing elections is easy when the polls supposedly show the 2 candidates in close tie…
But what are the things that could rally the country behind the GOP and prevent the Democrats from accusing foul play? Maybe close to the election deadline… Some of the things that come to mind, are even to crazy to mention… but then… when they pull something unbelievable… that is exactly how it comes across, as long as it serves the purpose! Imagine Sarah Palin looses big in debates with Biden, or McCain looses his temper in a debate with Obama and the MSM can’t possibly help them anymore…
If it happens, it may as well be hypothesized ahead, so that it is exposed.
Debating Facts:
I’m lost on your last sentence. I don’t think Brad is a hypnotist. Are you a hypnotist?
Oh yeah brad took up hypnotism as a degree he has hell of degrees in it. He dedicated most his life to it. Just ask Scientologist L Ron \Hubbert.
Hey the UTAH people should support my friends out in http://www.garageradio.com/ and http://www.artonyou.com/ Both deserve support.
To be honest I can’t remember if I even got the states right. BUT..
Get some good publishing ON…Garage Radio Magaine (The originators of Sacramento Magazine, which frankly kicks fucking ass for a publication presentation), and some good tattoo from Art On You (maybe mom will let me get that pentagram?).
Sweet though, and they keep it on the positive side–unlike me. Cause I am a fucking dead ender at this point. Waiting for Mr Government to try to fuck my day… e.g. Fuck my constitutional rights like I learned them as a Boy…
ah..
peace
enjoy the beauty of the women around you..
PS.. I was kidding about Brad and Scientology.
Oh yeah and all this doesn’t change the fact that “Paul Weyrich” is still a “FUCKING SHIT HEEL.”
There you have me cleanly quoted.
What exactly does “Hypothesis” have to do with “Hypnosis”? Yeah something is lost there.
Anyway this Weyrich freak has been a boil on the ass of America for decades.
This is better version of what Weyrich is all about, it puts the Christofascist world view into context.
http://www.theocracywatch.org/a...ty-256kbps.wmv
This video was broadcast on national TV back in 1982, this would NEVER be able to be broadcast today, that should tell you all you need to know about the MSM.
This is a good site to learn what the SANE are up against.
http://www.theocracywatch.org/index.html
Couple more articles that explain the dangerous psychosis most of this country is suffering from.
http://www.dissidentvoice.org/M...ageant0518.htm
http://www.yuricareport.com/Dom...gOfAmerica.htm
These lunatics have taken over.
Why are they all hyped up to spread and keep perpetual war?
1. They make trillions of $$ from war profiteering
2. Because that what the bible says is supposed to happen before their invisible little sun god comes back to take “dominion” over the planet.
Oh and remember McSame did not pick Palin, James Dobson did.
http://firedoglake.com/2008/09/...obsons-choice/
These religious extremist have total control of this country and they are salivating at having such a stark raving lunatic as VP.
Especially with a bumbling senile ass kissing war monger that might drop dead at any moment as pResident.
To say Paul Weyrich opposes democracy is patently absurd. I know him personally, and to say what you do is nothing but a strawman.
Poor John R is either a bald faced liar, or totally delusional or both.
Paul Weyrich is a very well known Dominionist nut bag.
Here are the 4 principles he uses in his Dominionist training manual.
1) Falsehoods are not only acceptable, they are a necessity. The corollary is: The masses will accept any lie if it is spoken with vigor, energy and dedication.
2) It is necessary to be cast under the cloak of “goodness” whereas all opponents and their ideas must be cast as “evil.”
3) Complete destruction of every opponent must be accomplished through unrelenting personal attacks.
4) The creation of the appearance of overwhelming power and brutality is necessary in order to destroy the will of opponents to launch opposition of any kind
http://www.theocracywatch.org/y...ich_manual.htm
Paul Weyrich is pure scum on every level and is as anti democratic as they come.
Oh, hypothesized! I’m an idiot, I admit it!
[Ed Note: 😛 xoxoxox –99]
Debating Facts:
I was reading so many remarks from trolls last night on other blogs, I was in an enraged mood so I decided to come here. While here I made an ass of myself as you can see.
Your post #4 makes perfect sense!
Nunyabiz:
Amazing resources! Was that video at comment #9 on public TV or commercial TV?
Larry.
I am not sure really but I think PBS.
Yeah Brad, and the fact the msm won’t make information like this available to the general populace proves their complicity in the real destruction of American Democracy.
Thanks for remaining a thread of truth in our near extinct Fourth Estate!
Ancient:
Give them time. They’ve only had this information for at least 26 years. You don’t them want to rush into a big story without the proper investigative procedures. (sarcastic as I can be.)
They let Rep. Edwin Meese III out from whatever rock he’s been hiding under? “Rep.” of what, exactly? The state of Mendacity? The state of Political Corruption as we used to play the game? When there’s a party like this in DC, the slime is a little harder to steam off of the sidewalk outside. “Rep.” my ass.
Hey Larry and Serge, now since we weren’t born yesterday…what odds are you laying on them gettin through unscathed again?
I say BUSTED.
#12 John,
“nothing but a strawman”?
It’s the man’s own words…how is it a strawman?
If you have to distort & lie to make your argument—as mccain & palin have been doing constantly—it shows the weakness of your argument. Please, cite when Obama has ever deliberately done that.
Seems to me that all I can do is watch & read what both sides, right & left, have to say & try to determine which side is more credible.
Just as one example: I hear Randi Rhodes cite her sources & repeatedly say “Don’t believe ME, check for yourself” while rush limbaugh does the opposite, consistently.
That’s why I come HERE, too…because Brad cites his sources, does thorough research & is painstakingly fair. On the left I hear Robt Kennedy Jr, John Dean, Amy Goodman & Barack Obama speaking knowledgeably & articulately; on the right I hear sean hannity, ann coulter, bill o’reilly & john mccain mis-quoting & distorting consistently.
To my mind there’s just no contest.
#14 Larry,
Hahaha, wasn’t it you who were kind to me when I similarly goofed on another thread? And I didn’t even thank you! An idiot & thoughtless to boot.
I second 99’s sentiment.
Joan:
I do seem to remember you doing some kind of humorous mea culpa. Thanks for giving me another chance to explain my ignorance the other night. I was very angry when I came here and as we all know, that is not conducive to good thought. I had been having a back and forth with a troll for hours, trying to figure out what the heck he was trying to say. The blog I was at doesn’t ban people who use different names, even on the same thread, (I think Brad’s rule against that is very important.) This jackass even used my name to post when I was at work once, and since I use my real name, you can imagine my rage. I don’t need any rage to add to my “rage fatigue’ right now!
You’ve been there, haven’t you Phil?
Ancient:
I don’t know, I’m very worried about the election. Ed Meese has done a tremendous amount of damage to this country along with all the other scum at the Weyrich tribute. It’s ominous to me that they are already celebrating.
Aaaahhhh Larry, lest we not forget …Love will conquer all, and it’s in everything above and below us! They’re outnumbered… just ask a physicist!