Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Odd Bits - The Asshat Edition

In descending order of importance, today…

SOTUS to Votus on the POTUS nom for SCOTUS
Here comes the next big DC kerfuffle; the nomination of and subsequent Senate approval of the next Supreme Court Justice.

I could probably just coast on everything I wrote about the Sotomayor hearing last July.  Other than the Latina angle, it’s the same conflict coming down the pike.  One liberal is going out and should be replaced with a fresh liberal coming in.  Why do the Republicans think we voted this guy in, if not to change or at least maintain the balance on the Court?

Laws, budget priorities, executive directives and other gimmicks come and go, but the Supreme Court goes on and on. 

But it won’t matter who is nominated; he or she will be painted as an activist judge that’s out of touch with the American People and is bent on rewriting Socialism into the Constitution. 

I propose this: the Democrats should give the Republicans just as much influence as they got with Alito and Roberts.  Remember how the Democrats asked for a centrist that everyone could agree on?  What did they get for their troubles?  A couple of corporate shills that have gone on to vote for the powerful over the regular schmo every single fucking time.

I say, put up someone that will ensure reproductive rights all the time, and at least once in a while, find in favor of the middle class over the interests of big business.  And by “middle class”, I mean actual citizens, not companies like Exxon or Pfizer, who have been given the same free speech rights by the activist judges currently residing on the Court.

Oh wait, they’re only “activist judges” when their “activities” benefit regular people.

Obama should fix’em good and present the following nomination for the Supreme Court:

Now that’s a hearing I’d tune in for.  And then after she’d scared the living shit out of everyone, the President could nominate who he really wants, who would look like William F. Buckley in comparison.

Passing the Asshat
Remember in Eddie Murphy’s first concert movie, “Delerious”, when he talks about how his father, Vernon, would get drunk at a cookout, claim the house and tell everyone that he could do whatever he wanted in his house?

“It’s my house, god dammit!”

I think the Rooney’s had their “Vernon Moment” this weekend, when they sent Santonio “The Asshat” Holmes packing to the Jets in exchange for a 5th round draft choice.  (That’s the trade-equivalent of a bag of footballs.)  

As much as I hate to see a talent like his leave the team, I don’t have a problem with this action.  Holmes is a repeat offender that seems more concerned with maintaining a punk-ass gansta image than a prolonged NFL career.  Have you seen the guy’s illiterate Tweets?  These things are totally cringe-worthy, even by Twitter standards.  Even (notorious 1980’s gansta poon-hound from “2 Live Crew”) Luther Campbell must be thinking, “Maybe you should back it down a little, ‘Tone.” 

As an Ohio State fan, I’m embarrassed that the guy was a Buckeye.  His stuff was so bad, Ginny at That’s Church is using his tweets as the basis for beat poetry.  (click link above.)

Anyone that had life by the balls like he did has to be a complete moron not to realize that that shit doesn’t fly.  The NFL giveth and the NFL can taketh away.  If he’s not careful, the only “waking and baking” he’s going to be doing is getting up early to work at Dunkin’ Donuts.

As for Big Ben, it looks like he’s off the hook with the law, but not so much with his chosen profession.  The way it looks now, if the league doesn’t suspend him for a couple games, the Steelers will.  Again, the Rooneys have had enough.  How many times will the team and the city have to pay for his inclination to think with his dick?

I’m sure there is a scenario where he was perfectly blameless in this Georgia escapade, but frankly, I doubt it… not after hearing some of the details from the DA down there.

Roethlisberger ought to thank his lucky stars that there was no proof of wrongdoing and if he has any sense left in that thick, reconstructed skull, he’ll take this as a real come-to-Jesus moment and straighten up.

He should get in shape, reintegrate into the team, take extra practices and work with the receivers and the other QBs.  If he goes out at all, he should be humble and pleasant to fans that dare approach him.  He should stop with that “I’m entitled” attitude that is the root of so much of this trouble.  Is it really so hard not to act like an asshole in public?

I know The Unwashed Masses can be a big pain in the ass and infringe on a star’s enjoyment, but you know, that’s why you have that big mansion with the gates.  If you can’t handle the attention, stay the fuck home.

Funny how you never hear about hockey players out there big-timing it like that.

Previously on “24” 
(Beware, spoilers follow, if you haven’t seen yet.)

Sometimes it really sucks following those like 24 and last night was one of those times.  Just when you think things are going well… Chloe gets promoted… Jack finally gets a moment’s peace and gets to do some belly rubbin’ with yummy FBI Agent Renee Walker.

All looks good, but deep down, you know that there are still like 6 more episodes to come, so something else has to happen.  Then… BAM.  Sniper fire.  Agent Freckles is down, wearing nothing but a bed sheet.

You would think having sex with Jack Bauer would make a girl bulletproof.

So I’m bummed.  No more looking into the haunted eyes of our Agent Walker. 

She’s been my favorite part about the last 2 seasons.  I know it’s stupid to get upset about a freakin’ TV show.  I know that right afterwards, someone goes, “Cut!” and everyone gets up and grabs some coffee and a donut.  But why let reality encroach on the story?  When you follow a story over time, you can’t help but get drawn in.  While the show is rolling, you start to see these characters as real people.  What’s the point of watching a drama if you don’t suspend disbelief? 

The skeptic can come out after the credits roll.  So back to the story.

Poor Jack just does not have any luck with the ladies.  First wife?  Killed.  Next girlfriend, Audrey Raines, daughter of the Secretary of Defense?  First she leaves him because he dared to save the day.  Then she’s back, then she’s left as a vegetable and Daddy sends him away.  Now on the verge of retirement, Jack had finally found that skeletal female that’s just as hardcore as he is and “bang.”  Gone. 

Sigh.

Jack’s probably thinking that Shakespeare’s “Romeo” got off easy.  It’s not too big a prediction to say that someone is going to pay dearly for this transgression.  I mean what would you do if you had this taken away from you?

I know what I’d do…

21 comments:

Crazy Brunette said...

Darling, I heart your face.

I have no fucking clue what the hell you are talking about. I am ignorant to things to do with politics... and TV.

I know you still love me though so I guess we get through this rough patch! :)

one-eyed dick said...

A couple of things:

Why don't we end the charade and just appoint Bank of America or United Healthcare to the Supreme Court and be done with it? Although, that would put a lot of lobbyists out of work.... Never mind, I just answered my own question.

Not sure why everyone is so upset with the behavior of pro athletes; it's not like they're priests or anything. What? Wait, that's not a very good example....

Not a big "24" fan, but, after reading your insightful review, I understand the show is going off the air because Jack Bauer is retiring since he's made millions off the life insurance policies of all those ex-girlfriends.

Raven said...

Don't even get me started on the Supreme Court thing. Republicans don't want balance, they want to run everything so they can get their way all the time. Then they want to force everyone to believe what they believe and live like they think people should live. They are a scary bunch, if you ask me.

Have a great day!

The Random Blogette said...

I am just curious why we have 100 year olds on the Supreme Court. I know that some of the younger judges (like 40) may not be as experienced but maybe they can give a fresh view on the world today instead of a bunch of old curmudgeons. Or maybe when they reach a certain age they should be forced to retire. I also agree with Raven, republicans can suck it! I think that Wanda Sykes would be great for the Supreme Court! Black, Female and Lesbian! You can't get any better than that.

Bachelor Girl said...

I think Raven hit the nail on the head.

Wanda Sykes for Supreme Court Justice...I can't think of anything that would make me more proud to be an American.

Mary Ann said...

Wanda would be wonderful, indeed,
wise, witty, fair and ferocious in upholding (not holding up) the Law.
And in our sportz world, the Wilde Rumpiss continues. A great future is in store for "Tone" at Dunk'in as long as he stays away from the powdered sugar. Ben will make a new big name for his big old head hauling garbage. Second careers are the wave of the future.

bluzdude said...

Oooooh, so many comments to answer...

Crazy Brunette:
Of course I still love you. Now you just stay there looking ravishing and I'll try again tomorrow.

Dick:
Jack may have outdone himself this season… While he and Agent Freckles kind of simmered last season, she actually stabbed him in the gut earlier this season, then it was a couple of more episodes later that he kind of pledged to her that he’d “be there for her.” This week, she gets whacked. So from stabbing, to becoming an item, to untimely death, it took about 8 hours. That must be some kind of record.

bluzdude said...

Raven,
No argument there...

It’s just funny how the same arguments go back and forth. When one party is in power, they complain about not being heard and the other party says, “hey we were the ones elected.” Then as soon as it all changes, they just switch arguments.

If it’s me in power, I’m remembering how my concerns were treated from 2000-2006, and nominating whoever I damn well please.

The problem is that the Dems have such a fractious relationship within their own party and have a hard time agreeing amongst themselves.

bluzdude said...

Blogette,
The age thing happens because the Supreme Court is a lifetime appointment. Justices usually only give up their job on the verge of death, hence the preponderance of very old justices.

The trick is to appoint judges that are as young as you can possibly get confirmed.

I would watch CSPAN, just to hear Wanda Sykes’ confirmation hearing, which I’m sure would contain the phrases, “kiss my” and “black ass” at one point or another.

bluzdude said...

Mary Ann,

“Santonio, step away from the powdered donuts. They’re not covered in blow and you’re not Tony Montana.”

bluzdude said...

Bachelor Girl,
Please refer to earlier comment to Blogette.

Wanda is killer, and funny just off the cuff.

I remember seeing her playing poker on TV with Rosario Dawson, Travis Tritt and Jerome Bettis and she was just tearing that table up.

I was looking for a YouTube link of it to post, but there wasn't much. Except for when Travis Tritt was telling her how he sang with both Patti Labelle and Ray Charles.

She said, "But you know they told Ray Charles you were Charlie Pride."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWsUdb0K7ho

Cassie said...

I'M SO PISSED. WHY RENEE? (and caps are totally necessary right now.) WHY!?!

bluzdude said...

The CAPS are definitely warranted. Everything was going so well! What would be the harm of Jack and Renee getting on a plane heading for California at the end of the day? After all the man has done for this country, are a few moments of happiness really that off-limits?

Seriously, I sat there stunned and upset, as that silent clock rolled over to the top of the hour.

Cassie said...

Yes. The silent clock. Two weeks in a row. I'm beginning to get depressed. I said to Matt, "Maybe she's really not dead and it's just a cover-up to get Jack to go crazy nuts and kick the Ruskies' asses. And then bring her back as a reward." Anyone? Anyone?

bluzdude said...

Right! Maybe the doctor was another mole and he lied to Jack when he said she was dead.

Of course, Jack came in and tenderly kissed her poor dead head, so that means the doctor would have had to put her into some kind of really deep coma where she doesn’t breathe and is very cold.

That said, I’d totally buy it, if it meant bringing her back.

Crazy Brunette said...

Oh you sweet talker you!

Quit trying to get in my pants! You know it's not that difficult!

Anonymous said...

Bluz...

As soon as Renee slipped off this mortal coil, I had only one thought: their going to end the show with Jack and Chloe walking off into the sunset. She's the only one he can truly trust. She's been with him since the beginning.

I really think this is going to happen.

Anonymous said...

Nice grammar, bagger. Speed posting.

their / they’re / there / thair / thare

bluzdude said...

Bagger,
The only problem is that Chloe is married, with a baby at home. Perhaps her hubby, Morris, will do something that displeases Jack, which would force Jack to shoot him in the thigh, scoop up Chloe and go on the lam.

BTW, good grammar is optional in Comments…

Cassie said...

Bagger, I so shuddered when I read your comment. I appreciate you fixing it :)

See, Chloe kind of makes me crazy. I'd love Jack to find happiness being a grandpa...

bluzdude said...

I love Chloe... I find her gracelessness endearing. She's Jack's rock.

But Renee was his perfect match... one of the few that understood what it took to be him.

I just read today that the producers intended her demise from the get-go. I don't think they're going to let Jack live happily ever after.