\GoBillsInDallas/ Posted April 11, 2013 Posted April 11, 2013 http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/ticket/bloomberg-scolds-media-focusing-anthony-weiner-past-201007786--politics.html
dayman Posted April 11, 2013 Posted April 11, 2013 “I think the fact that that's the question of the day ... there's got to be more important things than who runs or his history. We have major problems facing this city. Maybe that's what you should be focusing on,” Bloomberg said, per the Post. He called Weiner’s past “irrelevant” to the race and insisted reporters should be questioning him on policy issues that are crucial to the future of the city. "I haven't seen one article talking about Anthony Weiner's views on mass transit, like you talked about earlier, or anything else," Bloomberg said. "They're all talking about something that is totally irrelevant to the problems of the city." Seems about right to me...to be honest...
\GoBillsInDallas/ Posted April 11, 2013 Author Posted April 11, 2013 He called Weiner’s past “irrelevant”Sexual harassment of women while being on the taxpayer's time is "irrelevant". I guess that the women were "asking for it".
B-Man Posted April 11, 2013 Posted April 11, 2013 (edited) Uhhhhhh.................................I would say it's fair to say that texting a picture of your genitals to a young woman when you are married calls your judgement into question. . Edited April 11, 2013 by B-Man
dayman Posted April 11, 2013 Posted April 11, 2013 Sexual harassment of women while being on the taxpayer's time is "irrelevant". I guess that the women were "asking for it". I read that as him saying they are irrelevant to the problems facing the city. As to the penis text he says there are more important things to talk about...like the problems facing the city. I would pretty much agree w/ that...
GG Posted April 11, 2013 Posted April 11, 2013 I read that as him saying they are irrelevant to the problems facing the city. As to the penis text he says there are more important things to talk about...like the problems facing the city. I would pretty much agree w/ that... Yes, they are irrelevant if you're talking about a random married guy who texted his weiner to a woman. It's totally relevant when that guy wants to be the Mayor of the biggest city in the US. Talk about a no win for NYC. Finally getting rid of Napoleon, only to face the prospect of Weiner replacing him. It's embarrassing that nobody qualified wants the job.
Magox Posted April 11, 2013 Posted April 11, 2013 (edited) In a vacuum, they are irrelevant. However it does speak to the character of the person. I mean, there are some awfully embarrassing pictures of the guy, sexting photos to this young student. And I believe it wasn't just a singular case, that there were multiple times to multiple people in which this happened. I think it's a valid question to ask, "Is he the best person to advocate the polices I support?" Edited April 11, 2013 by Magox
TakeYouToTasker Posted April 11, 2013 Posted April 11, 2013 In a vacuum, they are irrelevant. However it does speak to the character of the person. I mean, there are some awfully embarrassing pictures of the guy, sexting photos to this young student. And I believe it wasn't just a singular case, that there were multiple times to multiple people in which this happened. I think it's a valid question to ask, "Is he the best person to advocate the polices I support?" It speaks to more than just character. It speaks to judgement and sound reasoning. Can anyone really say that they want someone in a position of power with such an absolute lack of both crucial leadership skills?
Magox Posted April 11, 2013 Posted April 11, 2013 It speaks to more than just character. It speaks to judgement and sound reasoning. Can anyone really say that they want someone in a position of power with such an absolute lack of both crucial leadership skills? I don't know, Bill Clinton got a blow job at the oval office, and he was widely viewed as an effective president. Having said that, Wiener certainly is no Bill Clinton.
truth on hold Posted April 11, 2013 Posted April 11, 2013 (edited) Sexual harassment of women while being on the taxpayer's time is "irrelevant". I guess that the women were "asking for it". Was it harassment? I thought all parties were willing Edited April 11, 2013 by Joe_the_6_pack
dayman Posted April 11, 2013 Posted April 11, 2013 It speaks to more than just character. It speaks to judgement and sound reasoning. Can anyone really say that they want someone in a position of power with such an absolute lack of both crucial leadership skills? In fairness to Weiner he may well have had the judgment and reasoning to have identified that as something not to do and just been completely out of control anyway...hehe
3rdnlng Posted April 11, 2013 Posted April 11, 2013 I read that as him saying they are irrelevant to the problems facing the city. As to the penis text he says there are more important things to talk about...like the problems facing the city. I would pretty much agree w/ that... Sexting the pictures of his weiner means nothing as to the problems facing the city EXCEPT his numerous instances of doing so show what poor judgement he has. Why would anyone want someone with such poor judgement running NYC?
B-Man Posted April 11, 2013 Posted April 11, 2013 he says there are more important things to talk about...like the problems facing the city. I would pretty much agree w/ that... What's Weiner's stance on "The Big Gulp" ? ? .
OCinBuffalo Posted April 12, 2013 Posted April 12, 2013 I read that as him saying they are irrelevant to the problems facing the city. As to the penis text he says there are more important things to talk about...like the problems facing the city. I would pretty much agree w/ that... In fairness to Weiner he may well have had the judgment and reasoning to have identified that as something not to do and just been completely out of control anyway...hehe Much has been made of "character" and "judgment" in this thread, yet you are saying other things are also important, or even more important. Therefore, it should be on you to define the "test", "standard", whatever that proves to those with these concerns that weiner has learned his lesson. If you pick fair one, then I am sure these guys, some of whom live or work in NYC, would be willing to go along with it. Then, it's merely a matter of seeing whether weiner measures up.
dayman Posted April 12, 2013 Posted April 12, 2013 I don't know or care if he's learned his lesson. Just saying bloombergs comments, which i read as simply expressing frustration that the penis text overshadows other issues, is fair.
RkFast Posted April 12, 2013 Posted April 12, 2013 So to this !@#$, drinking a large soda is a huge deal, but an elected official getting involved in a sex scandal does not. Douche.
We Come In Peace Posted April 12, 2013 Posted April 12, 2013 So to this !@#$, drinking a large soda is a huge deal, but an elected official getting involved in a sex scandal does not. Douche. Personally, both are kind of ridiculous.
B-Large Posted April 12, 2013 Posted April 12, 2013 Uhhhhhh.................................I would say it's fair to say that texting a picture of your genitals to a young woman when you are married calls your judgement into question. . and Stupid. When doing something senative/potentially embrassing, or possible incriminating, why would someone be dumb enough to do it in e-mail or text message? He's obviously a nitwit, so you have to ask if you don't consider the consquenses of actions in personal matters, do you when you vote for legislation?
4merper4mer Posted April 12, 2013 Posted April 12, 2013 How about his work ethic? He was supposed to be a congressman but he had spare time enough to text his balls to chicks everywhere? WTF
Fezmid Posted April 12, 2013 Posted April 12, 2013 Why did Romney's dog sitting on top of the family car get talked about so much, but this is supposed to be swept under the carpet?
Recommended Posts