Complete Video of Rush Limbaugh at the CPAC Convention:

Rush Limbaugh spoke on Friday at the CPAC convention as the Keynot Speaker. His speech was outstanding and literally brought the house down. As Rush said since his speech was carried by Fox News this was his first "Televised Address to the Nation". With a huge HAT TIP to Hot Air.com COMMON SENSE brings you the entire speech.












Rush: This notion that I want the President to fail, folks, this shows you a sign of the problem we've got. That's nothing more than common sense and to not be able to say it, why in the world do I want what we just described, rampant government growth indebtedness, wealth that's not even being created yet that is being spent, what is in this? What possibly is in this that anybody of us want to succeed? Did the Democrats want the war on Iraq to fail!

CROWD: Yes!
RUSH: They certainly did. They not only wanted the war in Iraq to fail, they proclaimed it a failure. There's Dingy Harry Reid waiving a white flag: [Harry Reid impression] This war is lost. This war is -- [Cheers and Applause] They called General Petraeus a liar before he even testified. Mrs. Clinton -- [Crowd Booing] -- said she had to, willingly suspend disbelief in order to listen to Petraeus. We're in the process of winning the war. The last thing they wanted was to win. They hoped George Bush failed. So what is so strange about being honest to say that I want Barack Obama to fail if his mission is to restructure and reform this country so that capitalism and individual liberty are not its foundation? Why would I want that to succeed? [Applause]

Read the entire speech here.
Watch the entire 74 minute video here. - Hat Tip Hot Air.com

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FINALLY: Reusable toilet paper!

OOPS: 50,000 US troops to stay in Iraq indefinitely

Gateway Pundit: Latest Crap Sandwich protest draws 1,500 protesters!

At least we still have Hope and Change: Stocks have worst month since 1933

Media Malpractice trailer:

$2 TRILLION DOLLAR DEFICIT:

Or 2,000 billion. Once (last year) a record $400 billion deficit was considered excessive and dangerous. What a difference a year makes! This years deficit is estimated to be at least $2 Trillion dollars a record for any country in any year. This works out to over $25,500 per taxpayer and will be a record 12.3% of our GDP. Get ready for another record $1,000,000,000,000 tax increase over the next 10 years. This is as John McCain said "Generational Theft" where we are taxing money from all our children, grandchildren and their children. All of this money must be payed back, with interest. And we are just beginning...

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Not again! House passes supplemental $410 Spending bill just days after the $800 billion "Stimulus Bill" passed

TOTAL DOMINATION

Fox News is extending its total domination over the cable news spectrum. For the seventh straight year and the 86th consecutive month Fox News is the most watched cable television network. Fox brings you the news in a "Fair and Balanced" format and is it any wonder that several of their top reporters (Geraldo Rivera, Greta Van Susteren and Glenn Beck) have defected from other networks? Obviously, they want to be with Number One. Congratulations to Fox News for their domination of the cable news race!

Fox News was the ratings leader during prime time and total day during February 2009 — its 86th month on top. FNC averaged more Total Viewers than CNN and MSNBC combined in prime time and total day. FNC had nine out of the top 10 programs in cable news last month in Total Viewers. The O'Reilly Factor was #1 for the 99th consecutive month, and was up 33% in Total Viewers compared to February 2008. The other top programs included Hannity (up 38%), Glenn Beck (the 5pmET hour was up 100%), The FOX Report with Shepard Smith (up 30%) and On the Record with Greta Van Susteren (up 24%). On the Record also reclaimed the lead in the 25-54 demographic, up 4% year to year. At 7pmET, FOX Report was up 28% in the demo, The O'Reilly Factor was up 44% and "Hannity" up 34%. Read the entire story here.

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Transcript of President Obama's speech to Congress

Excerpts of GOV Bobby Jindal's response

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PARTY LIKE IT'S 1997 - major market indexes at 12-year lows

On her knees - Hilary Clinton asks China to keep buying US debt

Hope and Change - Consumer confidence index falls to record low

Some gave all - 64 years ago today our flag was raised over Mt Surabachi, Iowa Jima

California Fever: US Gasoline Temperature Map

Global Warming Update - 2 feet of snow in New England leaves 140,000 without power

WEEKEND VIDEOS

CNBC's Rick Santellli responds:
"I read it and guess what - I still don't like it"



Ann Coulter and Joy Behar highlights from CNN's Larry King



Hilarious! Saturday Night Live spoofs impeached IL Governor Rod Blagojevich:



Glen Beck tells it like it is!
Combines "It's a Wonderful Life" vs the madness going on today - watch it until the end

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Stop Breathing! EPA to regulate CO2 - "we exhale it with every breath"

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He's Back! Tiger Woods to return to competition Feb 23

CNBC's Rick Santelli's "Chicago Tea Party" video

"President Obama - are you listening?"

Hat Tip to Michelle Malkin's HotAir.com

MESA ARIZONA CITIZENS PROTEST AGAINST THE CRAP SANDWICH:

As covered by blogger Michelle Malkin over 500 protesters were there to greet President Obama as he visited Mesa, Arizona. They were protesting this Trillion Dollar spending orgy that will forever bankrupt this country and pile a mountain of debt on our kids. Some of the pictures:
On February 17 there were major protests in Denver, CO rallying against the signing of this bill:

More coverage of the protests is here.

POLL DANCING:

COMMON CENTS brings you some of the latest poll numbers:

• Rasmussen: 28% say America heading in the right direction
• Rasmussen: 38% say Stimulus Plan will help economy
• Rasmussen: 64% oppose any more bailout money for GM & Chrysler
• Rasmussen: Investor confidence highest in two weeks

• Gallup: Presidential Job approval
• Gallup: Congressional Job approval
• Gallup: Trade numbers - More negative than positive
• Gallup: How US is perceived by region

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Hope and Change: Dow drops again and is trading near a 10-year low

Down under: Households to be charged for each flush in Australia

The Golden State: California has no budget and state is laying off workers

The truth is out there: Sen Burris admits he tried to raise cash for impeached Gov Blagojevich

Crap Sandwich update: Protesters rally AGAINST Stimulus Bill

The Surge Sequel: Pres Obama orders 17,000 more troops to Afghanistan

TWO OUT OF THREE AIN'D BAD:

Recently ran across the most recent J.D. Powers automotive quality rankings. As you know JD Powers is the gold standard in automotive quality. What I found interesting is that two of the top three brands are American "Mercury" and "Cadillac" and three of the top six nameplates are Domestic with Buick up there. All three of these brands exceed BMW, Honda, Jaguar, Porsche, Mitsubishi, Infinity and Mercedes-Benz. Also interesting is the bottom six manufacturers in quality are all foreign brands (Land Rover, Suzuki, Kia, Isuzu, Saab and Volkswagen). Here it the list in its entirety:

• Lexus 120
• Mercury 151
• Cadillac 155
• Toyota 159
• Acura 160
• Buick 163
• BMW 164
• Lincoln 165
• Honda 177
• Jaguar 178
• Porsche 193
• Mitsubishi 197
• Hyundai 200
• Ford 204
• Infiniti 204
• Industry average 206
• Audi 207
• Mercedes-Benz 215
• Nissan 224
• Pontiac 225
• GMC 226
• Mazda 228
• Subaru 228
• Chrysler 229
• Dodge 230
• Mini 233
• Chevrolet 239
• Hummer 241
• Scion 243
• Volvo 244
• Saturn 250
• Jeep 253
• Volkswagen 253
• Saab 254
• Isuzu 274
• Kia 278
• Suzuki 302
• Land Rover 344

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Mending Fences:
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A patient who was treated with adult stem cells appears to now be free of the HIV virus and the need for a lifetime of drugs. And there was no need for the destruction of human embryos. Read the rest here.

Taxing the truth:
President Obama, a smart man, says that tax cuts for the wealthy are the main reason we're now in such economic trouble. Someone needs to tell him how utterly — and dangerously — wrong that is. Read the rest here.

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Beautiful:
"An open letter to the President" from A Voice for Moms

FRIDAY NIGHT VIDEOS:

"Not one member has read this bill - NOT ONE"


Unbelievable - Handwritten notes on the final bill
"$100 million crossed out - $150 million written in"


"Part economist - Part rabble-rouser"


12 year old lays down the law on abortion

HAPPY 200th BIRTHDAY PRESIDENT LINCOLN

Today, February 12 is our 16th President Abraham Lincoln's 200th birthday. Lincoln is regarded by many as one of our greatest presidents and his the story of his life has been the subject of literally thousands of books. Lincoln never received more than two years of formal education but was able to teach himself to read, study the law and become a successful lawyer. Lincoln gained national fame via his famous debates with Stephen Douglas where they debated the subject of slavery. After serving just one term in the US House of Representatives he ran for Senate where he was defeated but two years later was elected our 16th President. Beginning with South Carolina 11 stated left the Union and later the Civil War started which lasted some four bloody years. Everyone knows Lincoln as the man who freed the slaves via his Emancipation Proclamation of 1863. Lincoln was one of the founders of the Republican Party which was founded on the basis of putting an end to slavery. Lincoln fired seven Union generals before eventually settling on US Grant who eventually won the Civil War. Just days after the end of the Civil War he was assassinated in Ford's Theater in Washington DC. Likely the United States would be a two separate countries with Abraham Lincoln and we all should be grateful for his presidency. Happy birthday President Lincoln!

For a fascinating look at Lincoln's life click here.
Investor's Business Daily published a superlative tribute to Lincoln here.

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Details of the stimulus bill (aka the Crap Sandwich)

HAPPY 200th BIRTHDAY CHARLES DARWIN
Gallup Poll - only 39% believe in the Theory of Evolution

LOCKED OUT OF THE ROOM:
GOP physically locked out Stimulus Package negotiations

GET YOUR DIGITAL TV CONVERTER BOX
More than a quarter of US stations to broadcast in digital starting Feb 17

I THOUGHT THIS IS WHAT WE WANTED?
US Annual Trade Deficit falls for second straight year

TUESDAY NIGHT READS:

Even CONGRESS is laughing at the latest bailout

BOTH sides claim victory in the Israeli election

Blue Dog Democrat crafts $170 Billion "bare bones" alternative stimulus plan

Google wants to track your electricity usage

POLL: 62% want stimulus plan to have MORE tax cuts - LESS spending

GO FIGURE: Octuplets' mom receives food stamps and disability already

Global Warming Update: -50 degree temp in Maine sets All-Time Record

VIDEO - OBAMA'S FIRST PRESS CONFERENCE

Just a teaser but will post more later. This exchange is with the Helen Thomas who looks like she is 100. COMMON CENTS thinks overall the President handled himself well but looked angry at times. Judge for yourself:

Link:

And then there is this gem where President Obama throws Joe Biden under the bus:

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Good news for the GOP?

A-Rod admits using steroids

Troops to be in Iraq until 2015

You've got 15 seconds to find shelter

Top 25 College Football Recruiting Classes

Meg Whitman (former eBay CEO) is running for CA Governor

Illegial Aliens sue AZ rancher for being held at gunpoint on HIS property

CLASSY vs TRASHY - MATURE vs CHILDISH

COMMON CENTS previously highlighted the very classy and generous video that the Bush Twins made for the incoming Obama girls, Sasha and Malia. In this post we will explore how the last two Presidents handled the transition to power and you make the decision which one handled it correctly. Eight years ago a new administration was coming to power and the Clinton Presidency was ending. Remember how they treated the incoming Bush Administration?

2009: Outgoing President George W. Bush quietly boards his helicopter and leaves for Texas, commenting only: "Today is not about me. Today is a historical day for our nation and people."

Eight years ago: Outgoing President Bill Clinton schedules two separate radio addresses to the nation, and organizes a public farewell speech/rally in downtown Washington D.C. scheduled to directly conflict with incoming President Bush's inauguration ceremony.

2009: President Bush leaves office without issuing a single Presidential pardon, only granting a commutation of sentence to two former border patrol agents convicted of shooting a convicted drug smuggler. He does not grant any type of clemency to Scooter Libby or any other former political aide, ally,or business partner.

Eight years ago: President Clinton issues 140 pardons and several commutations of sentence on his final day in office. Included in these are: billionaire financier, convicted tax evader, and leading Democratic campaign contributor Marc Rich; Whitwater scandal figure Susan McDougal; Congressional Post Office Scandal figure and former Democratic Congressman Dan Rostenkowski; convicted bank fraud,sexual assault and child porn perpetrator and former Democratic Congressman Melvin Reynolds; and convicted drug felon Roger Clinton, the President's half-brother.

2009: The Bush daughters leave gift baskets in the White House bedrooms for the Obama daughters,containing flowers, candy, stuffed animals, DVD's and CD's, and heartfelt notes of encouragement and advice for the young girls on how to prepare for their new lives in the White House.

Eight years ago: Clinton and Gore staffers remove the letter "W" from every computer key-pad in the entire White House, and damage furniture in the White House master bedroom.

Headlines On This Date 4 Years Ago:

• "Republicans spending $42 million on inauguration while troops die in unarmored Humvees"
  
• "Bush extravagance exceeds any reason during tough economic times"
  
• "Fat cats get their $42 million inauguration party, Ordinary Americans get the shaft"
  

Headlines Today:

• "Historic Obama Inauguration will cost only $170 million"
  
• "Obama Spends $170 million on inauguration; America Needs A Big Party"
• "Everyman Obama shows America how to celebrate"
• "Citibank executives contribute $8 million to Obama Inauguration"

FRIDAY NIGHT READS:

Stocks up for the day and week NASDAQ up for the year

VP Biden gives the odds of the stimulus messing thing up at 30%

CBO - "Obama stimulus harmful over the long haul"

Ford Fusion - "Best gas-electric hybrid yet"

Robots that look and sound just like you

Only $934.998 billion

The Feel Good Video of the day "The Three Point Kid" from Hot Air:

TAKE OUR COUNTRY BACK! Crap Sandwich Update

Tonight the US Senate is scheduled to vote on what is affectionately known as the Trillion Dollar Crap Sandwich or the "stimulus bill". This monster of a bill, bigger than the combined costs of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars is nothing but a drunken orgy of pork-barrel spending. It includes $140 million for unemployed Climate Modelers money to refurbish yachts of the rich and famous. Worse the Congressional Budget office says only $26 billion will be spent this year and only $110 billion will be spent in 2010 when it will actually do some good. The good news in all this is support for this loser of a bill has fallen to only 37% two weeks ago it was 45%.

We can still kill this Trillion Dollar Crap Sandwich. Call the US Capitol switchboard at (202)224-3121. And there are several Senators out there that need to be contacted NOW that are on the fence. These include:

• Susan Collins - (202) 224-2523 (Republican Maine)
• Olympia Snowe - (202) 224-5344 (Republican Maine)
• George Voinovich - (202) 224-3353 (Republican Ohio)
• Arlin Specter - (202) 224-4254 (Republican Pennsylvania)
• Dick Lugar - (202) 224-4814 (Republican Indiana)
• Ben Nelson - (202) 224-6551 (Democrat Nebraska)
• Blanche Lincoln - (202) 224-4843 (Democrat Arkansas)
• Jim Webb - (202) 224-4024 (Democrat Virginia)
• Mark Warner - (202) 224-2023 (Democrat Virginia)
• Bryon Dorgan - (202) 224-2551 (Democrat North Dakota)

Michelle Malkin has an excellent blog on Who are the Undecided Senators you can read here.

And Senator Lindsey Graham has an excellent video about the "Stimulus" Plan:

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Google now offers People Tracking Software:

Congress pushes Digital TV transition back to June 12, 2009:

Finally - the invisibility cloak is here:

The Stimulus = OVER $1 million a day since the birth of Christ

Interesting - Rush Limbaugh's Bipartisan Stimulus plan

GLOBAL WARMING UPDATE - Florida freeze extends South to Palm Beach & Collier county

HANDS DOWN - The stupidest thing any politician has ever said:

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi said what has to be one of the dumbest things any politician has ever said. Pelosi said if we don't pass the stimulus package "500 million Americans will lose their jobs." A little reality check Madame Speaker:

• There are only 305 million people living in the United States.
• Of those about 160 million have jobs

LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL?

Everyone knows that the housing crisis is the Genesis of the current economic crisis we are in. Recently there has been some good news coming out with sales actually increasing in December 2008 (without any bailout or stimulus shenanigans). You may not find this news anywhere else but COMMON CENTS, as always, is on the lookout for good news.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Pending U.S. home sales rebounded in December, as buyers snapped up properties at deep discounts, especially in the South and Midwest. The National Association of Realtors said Tuesday its seasonally adjusted index of pending sales for preowned homes for December rose 6.3% to 87.7 from an upwardly revised November reading of 82.5. That's better than the 82.3 reading economists expected, according to a survey by Thomson Reuters. The reading also was up 2.1% from December 2007. Red the entire story here.

NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) - The number of existing homes sold in December rose 6.5% from the previous month, according to a report released Monday, as bargain hunters took advantage of plummeting prices. The National Association of Realtors said that home sales increased to a seasonally-adjusted, annualized rate of 4.74 million units. That's up from a revised pace of 4.45 million units sold in November and more than the rate of 4.4 million units projected by a consensus of industry analysts as reported by Briefing.com. Read the story here.

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