Speaking today at the Conservative Political Action Conference, right-wing pundit Ann Coulter said: "I was going to have a few comments on the other Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards, but it turns out you have to go into rehab if you use the word 'faggot,' so I - so kind of an impasse, can't really talk about Edwards." Audience members said "ohhh" and then cheered.Hat tip to ....thinkprogress.org.
C-U Next Tuesday Ann!



Reader Comments ( Page 14 of 14)
196. Just look at #192 & #193 above...
You just need to look at two, the last two posts to get an idea of whom Ann is usually talking about. Of course you can look at like 90% of the posts here and find the same tone, the same character, the same "style."
And this is what is "offended" by her comments :)
I say let's offend them even more...
Ken Whiteside at 9:26AM on Mar 6th 2007
197. Ken,
Save your intellect for a more legitimate forum.
You'll just get frustrated trying to debate these frat-boy types.
Lee at 11:08AM on Mar 6th 2007
198. Lee,
I hear you, and thanks, but all work and no play... :)
Ken Whiteside at 11:26AM on Mar 6th 2007
199. ann is not happy because she gives lousy blow jobs.
robert buck at 12:46PM on Mar 6th 2007
200. Trust me, I am a Democrat through and through and I totally despise what Ann says. But I do find Ann quite attractive and I think that she is totally hot!!! I would love to meet her and get to know her. Just think Ann, we could fight every day and then make up every night...oh what fun!!!
Yes, Ann, you are very beautiful but I feel that you shouldn't be saying what you are saying. But on the other hand, what you are saying does appear to be hurting the Republican party so please, keep on saying it!!!
Phil at 2:33PM on Mar 6th 2007
201. I may not agree with Ann, but she has the right to free speach, just like Bill Mahr who put a hit out on the Vice President.
krisk at 2:59PM on Mar 6th 2007
202. Maybe we should ask the William Morris agency to drop Coulter like they dropped Michael Savage for his homophobic remarks.
Here are the contact numbers to call or fax the William Morris Agency:
Key people and executives for William Morris Agency, Inc.
Chairman Norman Brokaw
CEO James A. (Jim) Wiatt
President David Wirtschafter
1325 Avenue of the Americas
New York, New York 10019
Phone: (212) 586-5100
Fax: (212) 246-3583
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Phone: (310) 859-4000
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michelle at 8:11PM on Mar 6th 2007
203. So if I have most of your right, only those of you on the left are allowed to say "hateful" things.
Makes sense, historically when the far left has been in control, the population was entitled to full and free speech -- but only once...
Ken Whiteside at 10:28PM on Mar 8th 2007
204. So if I have most of your right, only those of you on the left are allowed to say "hateful" things.
Makes sense, historically when the far left has been in control, the population was entitled to full and free speech -- but only once...
Ken Whiteside at 10:32PM on Mar 8th 2007
205. So, I would just like to say a few words about this. First of all, I am very surprised that anyone is wasting their time on this subject. What difference does it make? Honestly. So Ann Coulter used the word faggot and just so happened to use it in describing John Edwards. First of all, the definition of the word faggot has nothing to do with homosexuals. The Webster's dictionary says (and I quote), "faggot- 1. a bundle of sticks, twigs, or branches, esp. for use as fuel 2. Metallurgy a bundle or heap of iron or steel pieces to be worked into bars by hammering or rolling at welding temperatures." Now you tell me how on earth that has anything to do with homosexuals.
Second, comparing homosexuals to african-americans or hispanics is like comparing apples and oranges. Homosexuals are not a RACE. They are people that for whatever reason are attracted to people of the same sex in a lustful way.
Thirdly, while John Edwards might not be the greatest or worst guy in the universe, he certainly doesnt seem like a man of integrity to me. Considering he can't take responsibility for his actions. For instance, he recently apologized for voting for the war in Iraq. Now why do you think he did that? Cuase he knew that he would get very few democratic votes if he did. Is that being a man of honesty and integrity? Going back on something simply because you want more votes? I think not.
Also, those of you who ARE homosexuals are taking this way too personally. Get some thick skin! Who CARES? Honestly? Why are you making such a big deal about this? Are you so insecure about yourself that you have to lower yourself to such base, vile criticism of someone whose comments really shouldnt make that much of a difference? If it IS insecurity, then perhaps you should think twice about who you really are. If it's not, then what is it? Get a little thick skin! The world is not going to cater to you or anybody else just because you are of a certain whatever. And I say this not just to homosexuals but to everyone: the world isn't rosies and posies. People are gonna say rude things to you. Get over it. Don't take it so personally. The answer isn't to go whining about it. Just deal with it.
Quincy Q. at 10:56AM on Mar 7th 2007
206. Wow, I am pretty much stunned at the mass of people who have left comments. You know, I find it absolutely hilarious that you are making such a big deal about this. Honestly. Don't you have better things to do than to worry about what Ann Coulter says about John Edwards? Who bloody cares about either of them?
For your information, according to Webster's dictionary, a faggot is a bundle of sticks or twigs that is to be used to kindle fire OR a bundle of metal that is to be scrapped. Nothing about being homosexual in there. So Ms Coulter called John Edwards a bundle of sticks... big whoop... who cares???
Second, I am disgusted with the way you people argue. It's not on a logical, point-to-point basis. Let's just hurl insults, blasphemy, and foul language at eachother. Why? Has the American intellect fallen so far?
Is it possible that John Edwards really isn't such a great guy? Is it possible Ann Coulter really isn't such a bad woman? Is it possible that you all are acting rather moronic about this?
I also find it ironic that so many homosexuals have commented on being "terribly insulted" by this. First of all, she didn't call a homosexual a faggot, she called John Edwards a faggot. Second, get a little thick skin! People are gonna say stuff about you, homosexual or straight, white or black, hispanic or asian, and you can't just throw up your hands and go whining about it!
Oh, and since some of you were discussing this, I though't I'd bring it up. You call George Bush a liar, yet you are willing to overlook Bill and Hilary Clinton's lies. You call George Bush a coward yet you are willing to overlook John Kerry's cowardice. You say George Bush lacks integrity, yet you overlook the fact that so many dems have gone back on their word. You say George Bush is a war-monger yet you overlook the fact that he is trying to get rid of people who have no problem killing innocent lives without warning. You say that George Bush went into this war without the people's consent, yet you overlook the fact that it WAS voted upon by republicans AND democrats. You say that George Bush is simply an ignorant, dumb, stupid Texan, yet you choose to ignore your own ignorance.
Quincy Q. at 10:59AM on Mar 7th 2007
207. Stop Ann Coulter's Politics of Hate..Sign the Petition to Universal Press
Stop Ann Coulter's Politics of Hate
Send a clear message to Lee Salem, Executive Vice President and Editor, Universal Press that providing a platform for Ann Coulter to spout anti-gay rhethoric by syndicating her column must stop now.
Talking Points
Coulter’s use of the demeaning and harmful word "faggot" is so beyond the pale that anyone who uses it should not be given a platform as a respected voice in the political discourse of our country.
"Faggot" is a loaded word. It is a weapon used to demean and wound our community.
The news media has a responsibility to not simply become an avenue that allows Ann Coulter the opportunity to broadcast her vile slurs.
Stop Ann Coulter's Politics of Hate..Sign the Petition to Universal Press
michelle at 1:58PM on Mar 7th 2007
208. haha, you need "Talking Points?" Can't you people come up with an original thought??
If you are "outraged," "offended," or anything else, why would you need anyone to clue you into what to say about it?
Sorry michelle, if I write anything to UP, it would be to cheer Ann on. With one word, she can stir all of you up -- it's like turning on the lights in a roach infested apt...
Just a shame we conservatives have an Ann, but we don't have any leaders with a can of Raid...
The only sad part about this is that many of the "roaches" running around are our people -- especially the ones running for cover...
All the left has here is words people. You don't need to run from them. Stand up to them, laugh at them. If you had 1/10th the commitment to conservatism / Republicanism, even moderation, as they have to the left -- they'd be a side note, instead of being in charge of the House and Senate... Grow some gonads, would you.
Ken Whiteside at 7:33PM on Mar 7th 2007