As much as we’d rather not indulge the irrational white guilt that’s being promulgated these days by supporters of U.S. President Barack Obama, South Carolina Congressman Addison Graves “Joe” Wilson sure isn’t making it easy on us.
Seriously, people … this moron’s “you lie” outburst has unleashed a veritable Vegas casino’s worth of “race cards,” which gather fresh momentum with each new “Confederate Connection” the national press is able to make to Wilson.
Here’s the latest one, from The Politico:
Before Rep. Joe Wilson was famous for confronting President Barack Obama, he was perhaps best known as a fervent supporter of flying the Southern Cross about the South Carolina Capitol.
Now, at least two people are trying to cash in on his new fame on eBay, retailing flags that flew over the capitol and were officially certified by then-State Senator Wilson.
Earlier this week, of course, we learned of Wilson’s involvement with the Sons of Confederate Veterans – a “heritage” group that is one step removed from wearing bed sheets and burning crosses.
Sort of like Henry McMaster’s Country Club.
Obviously, it would be one thing if Wilson was worth defending, but being a pro-bailout RINO we’re content to watch him twist in the wind and let people presume the worst as to his intentions.
SCGOP Chairwoman Karen Floyd, on the other hand, is defending Wilson. In fact, she put out a statement yesterday slamming the U.S. House for its “admonishment” of his outburst.
“The fact that Democrats are still seeking to attack Rep. Wilson days after he apologized for his outburst goes to show that their action (Tuesday) is about nothing more than politics,” Floyd said.
Duh.
By RE Lee September 16, 2009 at 10:56 am
Dammit Joe, I better get my cut from this.
By Natasha September 16, 2009 at 11:12 am
And you people are aghast the race card was pulled…
By CNSYD September 16, 2009 at 11:16 am
FITS, a long way around just to throw rocks at McMaster.
By Caleb September 16, 2009 at 11:50 am
I am a member of the SCV and I think saying that they are one step removed from the klan is a little harsh. In fact the SCV is a non-political organization and there are black members as well. If you recall, the former NCAAP president of the Ashville, NC chapter joined the SCV. He later put on a Confederate uniform and walked from North Carolina to Texas carrying a battle flag to promote Southern Culture and history. Now, I would agree that the League of the South is on the fringe…
By CNSYD September 16, 2009 at 11:52 am
I am NOT a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans although by heritage I would be eligible to join. I do know people who are members. To paint them as “one step removed from wearing bed sheets and burning crosses.” is wrong, unfair and a lie.
By Strom's Daughter September 16, 2009 at 11:59 am
Blog entries that end with “Duh” are inherently suspect.
By Nyet September 16, 2009 at 12:03 pm
To the rest of the world, we must look like The Land of Useful Idiots.
Obama’s narcissism could not just let this rebuke slide; thinking people just can not let Obama slide. It is going to be a 3 1/2-years-long junior high freak show from here on out.
Good grief — doesn’t our government have better things to do with their time and our money?
By Toyota Kawaski September 16, 2009 at 12:04 pm
Fits I’m a member of SCV also and that is way far fetched but i expect that ignorance from someone that thanks its okay for grown men to wear jerseys of their sports “heroes” and play something called “fantasy football”
By HIPAA Violator September 16, 2009 at 12:37 pm
Can we get some links to the ebay items in question? I am a motivated buyer with deep pockets!
By cgi-bin laden September 16, 2009 at 12:45 pm
I know a lot of guys in the SCV. I think characterizing them as a bunch of near-klansmen is not very accurate.
By fitsnews September 16, 2009 at 12:56 pm
To all the pro-SCV posters … ten years ago, we would have agreed with you about the ideological mooring of this organization but not now. You just can’t replace historians with inbreds and have a satisfactory result. Seriously, go up to a SCV meeting in Anderson County, S.C. and tell us how many darkies (isn’t that what you guys call black people?) you find there. Well, with the exception of Danny Cooper’s “best friend,” possibly.
If there aren’t white sheets, crosses and gasoline in the back ‘a ‘dem ‘dere pickups, drinks are on us.
-FITS
By CNSYD September 16, 2009 at 1:21 pm
Guys, don’t argue with FITS. You won’t win a pissing contest with a skunk.
By T.S. September 16, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Did you know the Chinese flag will soon be allowed to be flown at the White House? This is not a joke. Research it yourself.
By Jonny D September 16, 2009 at 1:36 pm
Stand and Deliverance
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tqxzWdKKu8
By Amy September 16, 2009 at 2:11 pm
Even if one does not agree with the President, the outburst was so disrespectful, so the rebuke was a good decision.
By Cooter Brown September 16, 2009 at 2:14 pm
I dont mind if’n folks beat-up on ol’ Mista Wilson fer bail-outs, but for bein’ a southern man who ain’t a pussie ’bout his familie, ancesters, an’ heritage, I gots to gib him props!
Thoze yankee south haters cain go to hell, Hell HELL! I’m a tired ov thar tired ol’ south hatin, raceisblum screamin, whinin’, know-it-all bullshittery!
Mista Willie, I’m shamed of yer comments. You knows an’ I knows dat you is ov confederate stock as well– we all is down hear. Does ye hate yer people toooo?
Well, I fer one am pissed! ‘minds me of a song me pappy taut me long, long ago…
Listen to it hear peoples: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vioW12KDMuE&feature=fvw
Hear me an’ hear me gud. Dese insult will naught stand!
By CNSYD September 16, 2009 at 2:26 pm
Amy, politics is not a Sunday School picnic. Check out Prime Minister’s question time on C-Span if you want to see someone get raked over the coals.
By EM September 16, 2009 at 3:24 pm
So who are you backing for Mr.Wilson’s job? The Democrat?
By Jeffy September 16, 2009 at 3:43 pm
Ignore Toyota. He thinks the Cocks will win football games this year too.
By Strom's Daughter September 16, 2009 at 3:54 pm
Joe really rebelled from the federal government back during the Vietnam War when he told Uncle Sam:
“I need me a student deferment, and when that runs out, I gotta get my ass into the Army Reserves so’s my ass won’t get shot off by rice-chomping crazy people who are fighting like the Confederates of old, but evidently appear to be winning.”
By baked September 16, 2009 at 5:32 pm
does anyone find it weird that both of “joe’s” given names are also the names of somewhat obscure diseases suffered by 2 us presidents? i’m not makin any comparisons…but it’s kinda creepy. saw someone promote joe for president in 2012. that is some real humor.
By Ron September 16, 2009 at 7:12 pm
Will as always thanks for a well written post. For several years, I’ve considered you a political ally in the fight for less government, lower taxes, personal responsibilty and greater transparency at all levels of government. YOU ARE HOWEVER WAY OUT OF LINE IN YOUR COMMENTS ABOUT AN ORGANIZATION THAT ATTEMPTS TO HONOR THEIR ANCESTORS WHO FOUGHT FOR OUR FREEDOM AGAINST TYRANY SIMILAR TO WHAT WE’RE SEEING IN WASHINGTON TODAY. I really think an apology is in order and think you’re man enough to realize it and admit you made a mistake. Come on Will!!
By Soft Sigh From Hell September 16, 2009 at 8:06 pm
Several years ago there was some considerable and openly reported internal contention in SCV. Some chapters (or maybe it was by states) where far more politically extreme and racist and other chapters or individual members just wanted to be heritage and history buffs. It reportedly led to some withdrawals of group affiliations and resignations of individuals. If memory serves (and it may not), the NC groups tended more radical than the SC ones. But heck, in some parts of NC the old Klanners would be the moderates; the Aryan Nation and StormFront types would hold the fringes.
By fitsnews September 16, 2009 at 8:28 pm
All you people need to sign up for Pickett’s Charge, Redux.
-FITS
p.s. – j/k … we certainly don’t want to begrudge anybody for honoring lives lost, and we have long held that all American war dead – including Confederate war dead – are worthy of honor. with that in mind, if we offended any of the “history buff” faction of CSV members, we apologize.
By Ron September 16, 2009 at 9:02 pm
Apology accepted.
Many thanks Will,
Ron
By newzjunkie September 16, 2009 at 9:24 pm
The dead has arisen…
Could Will be afraid the horses will rise and show up at his house? C’mon Will! Who’s gives a crap! That’s what blogs are for… If THEY don’t like, stop reading on move on. I’m quite sure BIN would love the new readership! Or whoever he/she is!
Grow-up people! It’s Will’s site and he can SAY what he wants…
By Howard Bond September 16, 2009 at 10:47 pm
Its so easy to publish this low blow about the SCV, “a “heritage” group that is one step removed from wearing bed sheets and burning crosses.”
By old bike dude September 17, 2009 at 7:49 am
Wait…Joe has three letters as does KKK….hmmmmm. See the pattern?
By Soft Sigh From Hell September 17, 2009 at 7:52 am
“SCV, ‘a “heritage” group that is one step removed from wearing bed sheets and burning crosses.’”
But it is true of a significant portion of its members, chapters, or groups (who knows, perhaps even most). Just because it’s also clearly not true of all doesn’t mean we should ignore the widespread taint and scent. “When you lie down with dogs . . .”
By Toyota Kawaski September 17, 2009 at 8:46 am
Let me guess Jeffie you wear jerseys also.