Incredible interview with NJ Gov Christie on MSNBC

[CommonCents]

This interview should stand as a testament to the destruction that liberal policies have had on America. Governor Christie has every single member (liberals included) of the Morning Joe panel eating out of his hand when he lays the facts out.

This is a MUST SEE interview by all.

http://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2010/04/13/gov_christie_answers_criticism.html

[Citizen]

Corzine has brought NJ down the same road as California. The teacher's union should never hold any significant power over the state especially like it is in NJ. If the teacher's union really care about the future of this state they're going to have to "tighten their belts" like that other politician always says. Spending has been out of control for years now. Either taxes were going to be raised to unsustainable levels or cuts like these have to be made and this STILL might not be enough to close the budget gap.

Thank God all those dead Corzine voters didn't show up at the last election otherwise NJ would be digging a deeper grave.

[Boogie man]

I've been saying it for years........get rid of the teacher's union.

[MintJulep]

Get rid of all Unions. They're worthless.

[CommonCents]

Where's the left? Do they have nothing to say here?

[Trinnity]

I saw another interview of him and I was astonished to see a politician stand up for fiscal sanity, and say he would not compromise his position. WOW.
His points and examples were undeniably riveting. That people are leaving NJ because of the high taxes and that the overcompensated teachers union would make not even the smallest concessions to save the state's economic decline.
So much for caring about the children they "teach".

[Boogie man]

I saw another interview of him and I was astonished to see a politician stand up for fiscal sanity, and say he would not compromise his position. WOW.
His points and examples were undeniably riveting. That people are leaving NJ because of the high taxes and that the overcompensated teachers union would make not even the smallest concessions to save the state's economic decline.
So much for caring about the children they "teach".

When people have an entitlement mentality they will not give up anything. They expect their fellow Americans to sacrifice when times are tough, but they believe they are better than you and me. Then they wonder why the average American calls them statists and elitists.

[CommonCents]

You know, after seeing this interview, I think I would vote for Christie if he ran for president. He has the guts to make unpopular choices for the good of the country, which is something we desperately need right now.

And by the way, I'm still waiting on the left to comment on this interview.

[Boogie man]

You know, after seeing this interview, I think I would vote for Christie if he ran for president. He has the guts to make unpopular choices for the good of the country, which is something we desperately need right now.

And by the way, I'm still waiting on the left to comment on this interview.

New Jersey is one of the most corrupt states in the union. Wonder why? Democrats and unions have run the place forever. Hopefully, Christie will not let himself get tainted.

[CommonCents]

New Jersey is one of the most corrupt states in the union. Wonder why? Democrats and unions have run the place forever. Hopefully, Christie will not let himself get tainted.

If he doesn't, and makes useful reform there, he's presidential material.

[Trinnity]

Ditto, #8, 9, 10.

[CommonCents]

Ditto, #8, 9, 10.

There's only one other politician I can think of, that seems to get it like Christie does. Care to take a guess at who that might be?

p.s. and I'm not talking about Ron Paul.

[Trinnity]

Rep. Paul Ryan ?

[CommonCents]

Rep. Paul Ryan ?

We have a winner ladies and gentlemen!

p.s. still waiting for the liberals here to address the interview. Is that chicken shit I'm smelling?

[Citizen]

Liberals have no clue what they realize is their society being driven and forced into our American way of life. And when everything turns to shit they point their shit stained fingers at everything but their own policies that created the mess in the first place. There is nothing more detestable than a liberal with a "cause".

[Trinnity]

We have a winner ladies and gentlemen!

p.s. still waiting for the liberals here to address the interview. Is that chicken shit I'm smelling?See, I DO pay attention.:readpaper:

[CosmicRocker]

Get rid of all Unions. They're worthless.
their power vs. management's has always has wax and waned.

Globalization has made the schism between the 2 unimportant.

The company ( employer) is in global competion - it has to survive if not union progress is worthless.

They no longer fit into global markets competition.

[Trinnity]

Liberals have no clue what they realize is their society being driven and forced into our American way of life. And when everything turns to shit they point their shit stained fingers at everything but their own policies that created the mess in the first place. There is nothing more detestable than a liberal with a "cause".Like blaming the mortgage meltdown (which caused the recession) on Republicans ? :rolleyes:

[CommonCents]

See, I DO pay attention.:readpaper:

Did you see (or hear) the interview Glenn Beck did with him on his radio show the other day?

If you didn't, here it is for you.

http://hotair.com/archives/2010/04/12/paul-ryan-to-glenn-beck-and-hot-air-im-not-a-conservative-progressive/

[Trinnity]

I have seen him on several networks lately. Impressive. I think the Rs are finally getting it that WE are paying attention and hold them accountable. No more will we tolerate either party ripping us off.
We are informed and we are watching.

[Citizen]

You leftists have no clue what long term government intervention does to a society.

[CommonCents]

You leftists have no clue what long term government intervention does to a society.

Obviously not, based on the fact that not one of them has commented on this interview.

[MintJulep]

Obviously not, based on the fact that not one of them has commented on this interview.It truly does speak volumes there is no comment.

This guy is Presidential material. I can't believe the Teacher's Union was praying for his death because they will have to contribute a small percentage to pay for their benefits. That's what most people in the private sector have to do, and it's still a big benefit.

Anyway, he nailed it. The entire US will soon look like NJ.

[CommonCents]

It truly does speak volumes there is no comment.

This guy is Presidential material. I can't believe the Teacher's Union was praying for his death because they will have to contribute a small percentage to pay for their benefits. That's what most people in the private sector have to do, and it's still a big benefit.

Anyway, he nailed it. The entire US will soon look like NJ.

We need either him, or Paul Ryan to run for president in 2012. If not those two, someone with the same type of economic plan.

btw, 32 hours and counting... still complete silence from the left.

[MintJulep]

I agree although I will take anyone else at this point.

[doctordog]

I agree although I will take anyone else at this point.

Even a DOG!:lmao2: I coudl even consider Evan Bayh who resigned after too much dirty politics by the left. He is a democrat but I think he is more of a moderate instead of a progressive radical.

[MintJulep]

Anyone. Any thing. I don't care. Just as long as Maobama gets OUT.

I don't feel safe with that fifth column in the WH.

[slowhand]

Liberals have no clue what they realize is their society being driven and forced into our American way of life. And when everything turns to shit they point their shit stained fingers at everything but their own policies that created the mess in the first place. There is nothing more detestable than a liberal with a "cause".

This mess began during Bush's watch..Did you already forget about the mortgage crisis, the stock market crash, unemployment, etc, in the 4th quarter of 2008?..And who even gives a fuck anymore who did/said what?

All I fucking read here every fucking day, is people wanting fucking utopia every goddamed day of their lives..Bush didnt give it to you, and you obviously arent getting what you want from Obama either..Like it or not, this is the political process, and incase you havent noticed, this has been the pattern as long as I can remember

Example..Bush Sr lost because the economy sucked..Clinton got a blow job, and Al Gore got fucked..Bush Jr started an unpopular war, crashed the economy, and the next thing you know a black guy with a Muslim name takes over his job..

What I want to know is..What are we going to do for an encore?..Sarah Palin and Mitt-"Honey, I froze the dog in the roof rack"-Romney in 2012?

Maybe sometimes, you just cant have it your way..This isnt Burger King..Maybe sometimes the economy is going to be in the shitter, and one fucking man doesnt cause or control it all..Sometimes the guy you voted for loses..Sometimes life just sucks, its a part of being born, and when ppl arent getting what they want, it manifests itself in fear..That's the root of all this bickering over here everyday..Fear!!..Either afraid you're not going to get what you want, or afraid somebody else is going to get something you dont want them to have..The problem with most people in this country is they've had it too good, for too long..They get like spoiled brats, and come to expect it all the time, and even go so far as demanding it..Obama has been in office for 16 fucking months, and you want everything to have come full circle, 8 months ago..Gimme a fuckin break will ya?..Do you think McCain would have had you all lighting cigars with $50 bills by now, unemployment a distant memory, people back in the homes they couldnt afford to pay for?..Think again!!

"Damn!!..I cant afford to put gas in my yacht this week..Poor me!"..What the fuck are "some" of you cry babies gonna do when you have some real problems?

[Citizen]

Bush BUSH BUSH.... I can't stand this shit. From now on the word "mess" and "Bush" can no longer be used here in the same sentence. Hey genius if you haven't figured out yet I'm Libertarian. Get a fucking clue!

[CommonCents]

Finally a liberal posts something on this thread after 34 hours. Too bad it is nothing but another Bush rant that has absolutely nothing to do with the Governor Christie interview.

Is there one liberal out there honest enough to watch this interview and comment on it?

[doctordog]

Bush BUSH BUSH.... I can't stand this shit. From now on the word "mess" and "Bush" can no longer be used here in the same sentence. Hey genius if you haven't figured out yet I'm Libertarian. Get a fucking clue!

Busch Beer is the number one selling beer in the progressive northeastern states because they walk around repeating "Bush" all day long. Busch Beer sales went up and they spent 50% less on advetising.:lmao2:

[Citizen]

Its like talking to a fucking brick wall with them.

[slowhand]

Bush BUSH BUSH.... I can't stand this shit. From now on the word "mess" and "Bush" can no longer be used here in the same sentence. Hey genius if you haven't figured out yet I'm Libertarian. Get a fucking clue!

You sound more like Paulie Walnuts with a bad case of jock itch

[CommonCents]

You sound more like Paulie Walnuts with a bad case of jock itch

...and your thoughts on the Governor Christie interview?

What's the matter, cat got your tongue?

[slowhand]

...and your thoughts on the Governor Christie interview?

What's the matter, cat got your tongue?

Seems like a straight shooter..Too bad he's a Republican

[Citizen]

Seems like a straight shooter..Too bad he's a Republican

Great response. Would read again.

[slowhand]

Great response. Would read again.

Happy now?

[Hawkeye2j]

Busch Beer is the number one selling beer in the progressive northeastern states because they walk around repeating "Bush" all day long. Busch Beer sales went up and they spent 50% less on advetising.:lmao2:
We are not that stupid in the Northeast. We know the difference between Busch and Bush.

[CommonCents]

We are not that stupid in the Northeast. We know the difference between Busch and Bush.

But you can't see that the teachers unions are bankrupting New Jersey, just as all unions nationwide are, when the evidence is right in front of your face.

[GetAClue]

But you can't see that the teachers unions are bankrupting New Jersey, just as all unions nationwide are, when the evidence is right in front of your face.
They are waiting for their talking points. They are busy now scouring the internet for liberal bloggers that can find a way to spin this interview to support their progressive views. Wait for it, it will come eventually. After all, that is a lot of spin and it may take a while for a liberal blogger to figure it out.

[Hawkeye2j]

But you can't see that the teachers unions are bankrupting New Jersey, just as all unions nationwide are, when the evidence is right in front of your face.
Boloney. It just isn't true. What part of two sides sign contracts don't you understand?

[CommonCents]

Boloney. It just isn't true. What part of two sides sign contracts don't you understand?

When it comes to New Jersey, what exactly is the other side of the argument?

All the unions have done there, is run ads saying that the governor is going after children, when he is doing no such thing. Watch the interview again.

[Trinnity]

So what, they have a contract. Ethically they should step up and say, "We are taking too much; we know we should tighten our belts. Let's do it now."

The teacher's union; they are just being selfish pigs.

[MintJulep]

The teacher's union; they are just being selfish pigs. Right? Paying a small % of their health insurance is what all private sector employees have to do. Govt employees need to line up with the economic climate which exists outside of their govt bubble.

[Trinnity]

The teacher's union should be considering what they are doing to the state; the kids they "care" about live there.

[Boogie man]

But you can't see that the teachers unions are bankrupting New Jersey, just as all unions nationwide are, when the evidence is right in front of your face.

Oh they see it. They just don't care.

[mrmeangenes]

The Gov is looking to cut State taxes-from which I'm exempt anyway.(State pension)
In doing so, he plans to dump a good part of the burden on local taxpayers.This smarts !

I paid $6150 last year in local property taxes, and am looking at another 4-5% this year. My income is already well below my outgo, and this won't help a bit !

Way to go, Governor !