Complain, complain, complain!
They don’t like his Broadway shows.
They don’t like his standing Os.
They don’t like his condiments.
They don’t like his elegance.
They don’t like his way with words.
They don’t like his fawning herds.
They don’t like his cushy life.
They don’t like his pushy wife.
They don’t like his limo rides.
They don’t like the way he glides.
They don’t like his taste in food.
They don’t like his attitude.
They don’t like his busy days.
They don’t like his spendthrift ways.
They don’t like his outside shot.
They don’t like the things he’s got.
They don’t like his reaching out.
They don’t like his growing clout.
They don’t like that he likes jazz.
They don’t like the fun he has.
They don’t like his lofty dreams.
They don’t like how calm he seems.
They don’t like his Teleprompters.
They don’t like his helicompters.
They don’t like a thing about him.
They’d be better off without him.
They prefer a manly man.
Who rides a horse. (Who gets a tan.)
Who has a ranch. Who’s used to plush.
Who clears away the underbrush.
Here’s what makes them come undone:
Count the votes. They lost. He won.
Rick Horowitz is a syndicated columnist. You can write to him at rickhoro@execpc.com.

Jun 6, 2009 at 11:39 a.m.
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DiGriz: Not sure why you're addressing me, I have no preference for Fox vs. CNN vs. most of the rest of them. I do agree with you though!
Jun 4, 2009 at 3:36 p.m.
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Ah, so you were one that actually thought the cartoon was racist?
It was a cartoon. That is all. People are so busy looking for reasons to be offended with everything I am suprised they have time for anything else.
Jun 4, 2009 at 9:24 a.m.
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Yeah, the left was pretty upset after the selection in 2000.
Jun 4, 2009 at 8:53 a.m.
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I agree that this poem could be written expressing either party's interests. But my favorite part is:
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Here’s what makes them come undone:
Count the votes. They lost. He won.
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I don't think anyone necessarily came undone...most people were pretty sure what the outcome of the election would be. The above portion of the poem would be better used to describe the left after the 2000 election, I think.
Jun 4, 2009 at 8:38 a.m.
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mikki
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Yeah, referring to a black man, our first black man as president as a crazy chip is the same as this poem.
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So are those offended by this and not by the cartoon what???
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Does that make sense to you? Mikki?
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It seems a bit out of wack to me.
Jun 4, 2009 at 8:01 a.m.
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Your right SuperDave Fox News is a bunch of idiots.
Jun 3, 2009 at 9:07 p.m.
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Whythink....those that were upset about the cartoon were too sensitive....pot/kettle.
Jun 3, 2009 at 4:19 p.m.
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This is one of the dumbest things I have read of late. I guess the state run media feel they have to dumb down their opinions in order to appeal to the lowest common denominator - that's the only rational explanation I can find for this column.
Jun 3, 2009 at 3:13 p.m.
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those who take offense to this are a bit too sensitive.
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Let me guess, you defended the Rupert Murdoch "monkey" cartoon a few weeks back.
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This is cute and funny. It doesn't take any "radical" cheat shots.
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too many are too partisan and too senesitive for my taste.
Jun 3, 2009 at 1:13 p.m.
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hm.... Two Thumbs down for the Gazette publishing this. This is not opinion, it is an overt condemnation of the former president. Bad Mojo to the Gazette for this one...
Jun 3, 2009 at 12:01 p.m.
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I must read different magazines and newspapers than you, because I have seen almost nothing but praise and patience with how our President is trying to improve things. It's taken years to create this mess we're in; can anyone really expect ONE man to walk in, wave his magic wand, and fix everything? Why do we keep burying our heads in the sand, hoping someone ELSE will make our lives better? I am behind him 100% and if he asks me to do something to help, if I can, I will. More power to him! Cute poem. Nice stretch with "helicompters." :)
Jun 3, 2009 at 11:42 a.m.
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If you dissagree with anything regarding this administration you are lumped in a catagory of not liking anything.
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At least it isn't the "Hate America First" lumping it was for the past 8 years.
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Oh and if you agree with this administration you are a radical and/or socialist.
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The "lumping" happens on both sides.
Jun 3, 2009 at 11:41 a.m.
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What is funny about all the comparisons is everyone who claims that the media is in love with Obama cried when that same media criticized GW.
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So how do people want it, no crticism or criticism?
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You didn't like criticism when it was "your guy" but when the criticism doesn't come that is unfair.
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Blah blah blah.
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It has been four months, he started with a mess and it doesn't matter who created it. He has been willing to make bold difficult decisions...they may blow up but at least he is making an honest attempt to fix things.
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I am not sure (and nobody really knows) how all of these new policies will work out but I like the direction we are heading.
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I don't believe this is a move toward socialism I believe this is a drastic short-term solution for a unique situation.
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Perhaps I am wrong.
Time will tell.
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Regarding the article.
I still say Clever.
Jun 3, 2009 at 11:09 a.m.
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If you dissagree with anything regarding this administration you are lumped in a catagory of not liking anything. That is so untrue. There are several things that I like about Obama however he has not done anything much different than what Bush did for 8 years.
I also thought we would have moved past racism in this counrty but we have not. It is alive an well and that is unfortunate. It blows me away that in todays world we can have 3 men of one race, intimidate voters, use racial slurs, have the DOJ win the case, and then have the DOJ under a different administration just simply dismiss the case.
I know, there are bigger problems in the world, such as terroists killing army recruiters but hey, that will all stop now since we are on a tour making apologies.
Jun 3, 2009 at 10:17 a.m.
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It's been said that the liberal media is afraid to even critisize the president. I believe that especially when you saw a reporter who critisized him on Air Force One being replaced! The liberal media fell at his feet from the beginning and now when they see he isn't what they thought he was, they are afraid they will be "replaced" if they say anything against him! Can you say "heil Obama"???? Anyway this article is another example of hero worshipping by the left!
Jun 3, 2009 at 6:12 a.m.
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Hey Rick? Its been 4 months now. Drama King hasnt done any miracles. Its not a matter of establishing himself over seas. Nor how many old school folks whom he hasn't recieved. The hang-over of relishing the election results. I mean, hey some of us are adults. Its not the person of the past to be slammed; so much as the future doesnt look like it'll be undamned.
Try to move on like many of us have, and filter such ignorance insted of being a cad. Lifes too short to continue this way, bashing and living in the past like you enjoy the dissway.
Even your Holy new ruler doesnt behave as such, and he has asked that you attempt to gain retrust. This unconstructive reporting is so lame. Your kind of maken out your new world order to be nothing but the same. Try as you might to discount the old claims. This wont be your Grail in and of it summed up, just the same.
I do wish that Your cronies would make us a liar, but from millions of readers, from all walks of life; both global and at home, see the puppet's truths and know.
This is another 4 years of american economic and political-wish gone astrune.
What we the people need is no glory no wane. We need a leader to not-be-the-same.
And it wouldn't hurt the reporting to be to the point and cover the realities not the hyperbol without the confettie and parades just the same. You keep worshiping your hero, you keep saying he is saving the day. Lets see what your reporting come 2012, see if it reflects it then in May.
Jun 3, 2009 at 12:16 a.m.
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The end of this "opinion" piece states it best,"he won".Our president should expect and in my opinion deserves every bit of critism that comes his way.
Jun 2, 2009 at 9:57 p.m.
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i thought for sure this article had to be about the serial bloggers
Jun 2, 2009 at 9:20 p.m.
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RSR, he is writing about all the ways some Republicans/conservatives have complained about President Obama during his first 4 months or so in office. Pretty sad when it's all laid out like that. 90% of it is really petty stuff.
Jun 2, 2009 at 6:44 p.m.
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is a libtard like a leotard ?
Jun 2, 2009 at 6:39 p.m.
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This is the most stupidest thing I ever wasted my precious time on. Yes, I said most stupidest. That's because I am now dumber after having read that crap.
Jun 2, 2009 at 6:32 p.m.
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It's all Bush's fault
Jun 2, 2009 at 5:53 p.m.
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I don't get it?! Layman's terms please...
Jun 2, 2009 at 3:34 p.m.
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It's because of crap like this that people hate poetry!!!
Jun 2, 2009 at 2:51 p.m.
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"Cute."
Jun 2, 2009 at 2:39 p.m.
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lol funny. The same type of poem could be written about liberals' view of Bush. I'd like to see it :)
Jun 2, 2009 at 2:03 p.m.
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"This is posted in the OPINION section. Who's dumb?"
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Amazingly that has to be pointed out time and time again on these blogs. Just goes to show that many are quick to make comments without even bothering to read the context of the article!
Jun 2, 2009 at 1:35 p.m.
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This is posted in the OPINION section. Who's dumb?
Jun 2, 2009 at 12:53 p.m.
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This is news worthy?? Dumb is right!
Jun 2, 2009 at 12:42 p.m.
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clever and true
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It goes both ways, so many hypocrites in Washingtong D.C. and so many covering the events in DC.
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This was very clever and tastefully done. Nothing over the top.
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Nice job Rick.
Jun 2, 2009 at 12:32 p.m.
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dumb
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