Obama wins Nobel Prize

Join Our Community

Collarchat.com

Home Login Search

Obama wins Nobel Prize

View related threads: (in this forum | in all forums)

Logged in as: Guest

All Forums >> [Community Discussions] >> Dungeon of Political and Religious Discussion >> Obama wins Nobel Prize

Page: [1] 2 3 4 5 next > >>

Login

Message

<< Older Topic Newer Topic >>

Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 2:50:06 AM

Posts: 40310
Status: offline

http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5iAekET4T1D_vzDMN4JW_xZyvgezAD9B7FOR00

OSLO — The Norwegian Nobel Committee says U.S. President Barack Obama has won the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize for "his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples."

Nope its not april 1st...Congrats Mr President

_____________________________

(•_•)
<) )╯SUCH
/ \

\(•_•)
( (> A NASTY
/ \

(•_•)
<) )> WOMAN
/ \

Duchess Of Dissent
Dont Hate Love

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 3:06:10 AM

Arpig

Posts: 9930
Joined: 1/3/2006
From: Increasingly further from reality
Status: offline

now that's just dumber than dumb

_____________________________

Big man! Pig Man!
Ha Ha...Charade you are!

Why do they leave out the letter b on "Garage Sale" signs?

CM's #1 All-Time Also-Ran

(in reply to Lucylastic)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 3:44:19 AM

Posts: 14614
Joined: 8/23/2004
Status: offline

You know it!

That whole diplomacy and cooperation thing really is stupid.

(in reply to Arpig)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 3:53:59 AM

Posts: 1879
Joined: 4/2/2008
Status: offline

Why waste your time talking to people, when you have other countries employing people to make bombs for you to drop on other countries who do not agree with you?

(in reply to Lucylastic)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 4:58:09 AM

Posts: 2817
Joined: 9/22/2005
Status: offline

Interesting. He gets it for his " efforts ".
I wonder how the folks who actually made accomplishments feel about being squeaked out for good intentions, no results.

As I have said before : Obama farts and the world calls him Mozart.

mbmbn

_____________________________

Tolerance of evil is suicide.- NYC Firefighter

When tolerance is not reciprocated, tolerance becomes surrender.

(in reply to housesub4you)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 5:26:20 AM

Posts: 37833
Joined: 10/12/2007
Status: offline

You make it sound like he campaigned for the award. Two other sitting Presidents have won in the past. My problem with the award is simple... Obama is asking for, and working towards, peaceful means. I think this award is more of a slap in the face of Bush than Obama's own efforts. To me, thats disrespectful towards both men... more so Obama than Bush.

Its not like he can refuse.

_____________________________

Telling me to take Midol wont help your butthurt.
RIP, my demon-child 5-16-11
Duchess of Dissent 1
Dont judge me because I sin differently than you.
If you want it sugar coated, dont ask me what i think! It would violate TOS.

(in reply to maybemaybenot)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 5:39:37 AM

Posts: 14463
Joined: 6/19/2008
Status: offline

quote:

ORIGINAL: tazzygirl

You make it sound like he campaigned for the award. Two other sitting Presidents have won in the past. My problem with the award is simple... Obama is asking for, and working towards, peaceful means. I think this award is more of a slap in the face of Bush than Obama's own efforts. To me, thats disrespectful towards both men... more so Obama than Bush.

Its not like he can refuse.

Yes they mentioned that in this article... http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/eu_nobel_peace
"The award appeared to be a slap at Bush from a committee that harshly criticized Obama's predecessor for his largely unilateral military action in the wake of the Sept. 11 terror attacks. The Nobel committee praised Obama's creation of "a new climate in international politics" and said he had returned multilateral diplomacy and institutions like the U.N. to the center of the world stage."

Not sure if that is it's purpose though.

This part kinda bothered me also. It sounds like the guy doesn't think Obama should have gotten it, but hopes it will encourage him to do better?

"So soon? Too early. He has no contribution so far. He is still at an early stage. He is only beginning to act," said former Polish President Lech Walesa, a 1983 Nobel Peace laureate. "This is probably an encouragement for him to act. Let's see if he perseveres. Let's give him time to act," Walesa said"

or this one...

Archbishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa, who won the prize in 1984, said Obama's award shows great things are expected from him in coming years. "It's an award coming near the beginning of the first term of office of a relatively young president that anticipates an even greater contribution towards making our world a safer place for all," Tutu said. "It is an award that speaks to the promise of President Obama's message of hope."

< Message edited by thishereboi -- 10/9/2009 5:40:33 AM >

_____________________________

"Sweetie, you're wasting your gum" .. Albert

This here is the boi formerly known as orfunboi

(in reply to tazzygirl)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 5:41:49 AM

Posts: 2817
Joined: 9/22/2005
Status: offline

I am not criticizing Obama, Tazzy. I am criticizing the Nobel Committee.
And I agree this was purely a political statement by the Committee, using their power for political purposes. Not at all what the intention of this award was for.

Yes, I give him kudos for trying to improve relations with other countries, and if he ever accomplished anything noteworty, ala Carter, I would applaud this.

My Fart-Mozart comment is a criticism of others, not Obama.

mbmbn

_____________________________

Tolerance of evil is suicide.- NYC Firefighter

When tolerance is not reciprocated, tolerance becomes surrender.

(in reply to tazzygirl)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 5:46:43 AM

Posts: 37833
Joined: 10/12/2007
Status: offline

I dont think i can criticize them either. They were faced with Bush. For all his faults, i dont think Bush had a choice in his actions right after 9/11. Certainly no one else was offering solutions

After 8 years of Bush, Obama must seem like a breath of fresh air. Sadly, they havent allowed his administration time to breathe yet.

Promises and ideals are a great beginning. They should have waited to see what fruit his ideals could bare.

_____________________________

Telling me to take Midol wont help your butthurt.
RIP, my demon-child 5-16-11
Duchess of Dissent 1
Dont judge me because I sin differently than you.
If you want it sugar coated, dont ask me what i think! It would violate TOS.

(in reply to maybemaybenot)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 5:59:27 AM

MistressCamille

Posts: 107
Joined: 1/1/2004
Status: offline

quote:

ORIGINAL: tazzygirl

I dont think i can criticize them either. They were faced with Bush. For all his faults, i dont think Bush had a choice in his actions right after 9/11. Certainly no one else was offering solutions

Are you one of those who still think that Iraq was involved in 9/11? How quaint! I can see, just maybe, going into Afghanistan but not what happened after that. Bush turned Afghanistan into a huge poppy field again. Love it!

quote:

After 8 years of Bush, Obama must seem like a breath of fresh air. Sadly, they havent allowed his administration time to breathe yet.

Promises and ideals are a great beginning. They should have waited to see what fruit his ideals could bare.

Now that I agree with. Bush and Obama are like night and day, skin color aside of course.

(in reply to tazzygirl)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 6:00:33 AM

Posts: 40310
Status: offline

Premature, oh yes, for sure, but will the american people give him a chance to make that award mean something...it will be interesting to see it unfold
and I mozart in your general direction for assuming I meant anything beyond my congratulations

_____________________________

(•_•)
<) )╯SUCH
/ \

\(•_•)
( (> A NASTY
/ \

(•_•)
<) )> WOMAN
/ \

Duchess Of Dissent
Dont Hate Love

(in reply to tazzygirl)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 6:01:56 AM

Posts: 37833
Joined: 10/12/2007
Status: offline

~chuckles

Im far from quaint, nor did i mention any details other than Bush took action. It might help if you didnt put words into people's posts. Im not discussing what Bush did or didnt do, im discussing the actions of a committee.

_____________________________

Telling me to take Midol wont help your butthurt.
RIP, my demon-child 5-16-11
Duchess of Dissent 1
Dont judge me because I sin differently than you.
If you want it sugar coated, dont ask me what i think! It would violate TOS.

(in reply to MistressCamille)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 6:05:00 AM

Posts: 37833
Joined: 10/12/2007
Status: offline

quote:

ORIGINAL: Lucylastic

Premature, oh yes, for sure, but will the american people give him a chance to make that award mean something...it will be interesting to see it unfold
and I mozart in your general direction for assuming I meant anything beyond my congratulations

Whoa... thats some classy... piece

_____________________________

Telling me to take Midol wont help your butthurt.
RIP, my demon-child 5-16-11
Duchess of Dissent 1
Dont judge me because I sin differently than you.
If you want it sugar coated, dont ask me what i think! It would violate TOS.

(in reply to Lucylastic)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 6:07:18 AM

Posts: 2694
Joined: 2/4/2007
Status: offline

Well, Diane Sawyer just couldn't get any wetter.

Barring a tsunami of course.

chia* (the pet)

_____________________________

Love is a many splendid sting.

You can stick me in the corner, but I'll probably just end up coloring on the walls.

(in reply to Lucylastic)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 6:23:46 AM

Posts: 40310
Status: offline

Snorts @ Tazzy, I posted the original at stupid oclock this morning and fell asleep soon after... then realised I couldnt go back and edit it after two hours...I left off a comment beyond congrats on purpose, but I wasnt mozarting in your direction....the reply button got me confuzzled...I think I should go back and lie down now before I make things worse:)
Lucy

_____________________________

(•_•)
<) )╯SUCH
/ \

\(•_•)
( (> A NASTY
/ \

(•_•)
<) )> WOMAN
/ \

Duchess Of Dissent
Dont Hate Love

(in reply to chiaThePet)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 6:29:03 AM

MichiganHeadmast

Posts: 726
Joined: 8/13/2006
Status: offline

Neville Chamberlain got screwed out of his prize.

(in reply to Lucylastic)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 6:31:51 AM

Posts: 5091
Joined: 10/11/2005
Status: offline

Morning,

Congrats Mr. President.

Did anybody else catch the fact that the cutoff for being nominated was just 2 weeks into President Obama's term? It's kind of cool that they are now awarding this thing for potential outcomes.

I do have an interesting question about the award. Are there any laws on the books now, that relate to an elected official receiving money from a foreign organization based on their actions and or possible future actions? Could such money be seen as a possible bribe for favors already rendered or for future favors? Just somefin to think about, no?

I wish you well,
Thadius

_____________________________

When the character of a man is not clear to you, look at his friends." ~ Japanese Proverb

(in reply to Lucylastic)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 6:39:20 AM

Posts: 1674
Joined: 2/1/2009
Status: offline

I don't know. I don't really think its cool at all to be awarding an award based on "potential". While I do like that Obama has put us in the light of being better players with the world, I don't think anyone should be awarded for intention or "what they think he will bring to the table." I suppose that's how the world views it all though. And since he can't refuse (and I doubt he would lol), as Thadius said...congrats, Mr President.

_____________________________

For the great majority of mankind are satisfied with appearance, as though they were realities and are often more influenced by the things that seem than by those that are. - Niccolo Machiavelli

(in reply to Thadius)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 6:49:23 AM

MistressCamille

Posts: 107
Joined: 1/1/2004
Status: offline

quote:

For all his faults, i dont think Bush had a choice in his actions right after 9/11. Certainly no one else was offering solutions

quote:

ORIGINAL: tazzygirl

~chuckles

Im far from quaint, nor did i mention any details other than Bush took action. It might help if you didnt put words into people's posts. Im not discussing what Bush did or didnt do, im discussing the actions of a committee.

Read for content. I asked a question, it was not a statement being attributed to you. Your statement was so vague but it was posted. Take the moment presented to explain what you meant by " i dont think Bush had a choice in his actions right after 9/11".

(in reply to tazzygirl)

RE: Obama wins Nobel Prize - 10/9/2009 6:58:24 AM

Posts: 22039
Joined: 6/14/2006
From: Nampa, Idaho USA
Status: offline

The Nobel Committee is doing the same thing to the peace prize that Barack Obama is doing to the dollar.

_____________________________

Inside Every Liberal Is A Totalitarian Screaming To Get Out

(in reply to Lucylastic)

Page: [1] 2 3 4 5 next > >>

All Forums >> [Community Discussions] >> Dungeon of Political and Religious Discussion >> Obama wins Nobel Prize

Page: [1] 2 3 4 5 next > >>

Jump to:

New Messages	No New Messages
Hot Topic w/ New Messages	Hot Topic w/o New Messages
Locked w/ New Messages	Locked w/o New Messages

Post New Thread

Reply to Message

Post New Poll

Submit Vote

Delete My Own Post

Delete My Own Thread

Rate Posts

Collarchat.com © 2024

Terms of Service

0.258