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[dissention]

Originally Posted by LiquidBlue5000

ok, have a nice day now!

Will do.

[glitter_fades]

Originally Posted by LiquidBlue5000

I'm not on trial here and I really don't feel like I should explain myself to you or anybody... but, I wouldn't make a statement like that if I was pulling it out of my ass... I don't do that... The point was to emphasize the fact that Stevie is a democrat who contributes to that party regularly.. would it be so far fetched to believe that she contributed $5000 last summer when looking at her past record using YOUR source? why can't you just take my word for it?? jeez

For what it's worth, I take your word for it. Most fans believe if the info isn't verifiable from online sources you better not post it here. I beg to differ, but it doesn't fly very often when I do. I know Stevie's a longtime contributor to the Democratic party and also contributes to Democratic candidates for office. I also know that doesn't mean she is necessarily against what we're doing in Iraq. The ex-Dem Pres seems to be right in line with GW on justification for being in Iraq. I just wish people would stop making the 9/11 link to every current military action, but I can see Stevie and her mom not understanding the nuances of that issue. A lot of Americans, both Dem and Rep are confused by the disinformation campaign regarding our foreign policy that's been ongoing since W took office.

The point is, Stevie gave her time and her love to those hospitalized vets. I don't care what her politics are. I applaud her efforts at bringing joy to people suffering from war, whatever the reason is we are waging it. Most Americans want to forget the whole thing is happening, especially since most of it is happening "over there". Stevie's first thought is, what can I do? She is a rock star and doesn't have to do anything. She has shows to do, ya know? The fact that Stevie feels an obligation and a responsibility to her fellow Americans, and then acts upon it, she doesn't just talk about it, that's what makes her a special person to me not the number of Stand Back twirls she can still do at the age of 57.

[LiquidBlue5000]

Originally Posted by glitter_fades

The fact that Stevie feels an obligation and a responsibility to her fellow Americans, and then acts upon it, she doesn't just talk about it, that's what makes her a special person to me not the number or Stand Back twirls she can still do at the age of 57.

For what it's worth though, she can do more than 20 twirls at a time at the age of 57

[Serrart]

Originally Posted by glitter_fades

For what it's worth, I take your word for it. Most fans believe if the info isn't verifiable from online sources you better not post it here. I beg to differ, but it doesn't fly very often when I do. I know Stevie's a longtime contributor to the Democratic party and also contributes to Democratic candidates for office. I also know that doesn't mean she is necessarily against what we're doing in Iraq. The ex-Dem Pres seems to be right in line with GW on justification for being in Iraq. I just wish people would stop making the 9/11 link to every current military action, but I can see Stevie and her mom not understanding the nuances of that issue. A lot of Americans, both Dem and Rep are confused by the disinformation campaign regarding our foreign policy that's been ongoing since W took office.

The point is, Stevie gave her time and her love to those hospitalized vets. I don't care what her politics are. I applaud her efforts at bringing joy to people suffering from war, whatever the reason is we are waging it. Most Americans want to forget the whole thing is happening, especially since most of it is happening "over there". Stevie's first thought is, what can I do? She is a rock star and doesn't have to do anything. She has shows to do, ya know? The fact that Stevie feels an obligation and a responsibility to her fellow Americans, and then acts upon it, she doesn't just talk about it, that's what makes her a special person to me not the number or Stand Back twirls she can still do at the age of 57.

I totally agree, thanks for expressing your thoughts so well.

Romy

[henryscutter]

Originally Posted by skcin

I agree. And I don't really care. I don't understand why people (not Ledgies specifically, I mean people in general) expect all celebrities to be politically savy - they are not politicians, they are actors, musicians, etc. I personally don't give a **** what she (or any other "famous" person) believes about our government, or what her opinions are on the war, or Social Security, or whatever. I just don't. That's her business & it has no bearing on my life.

I love Stevie for her words & music, not who she votes for or gives money to. I think it's wonderful that she went to the hospital & that she is a very generous person.

ITA- I'm glad Stevie isnt a flaming Liberal or flaming Conservative. All I want from a celebrity is to be entertained. I can make up my own mind without having to hear crap from Bruce Springsteen or Toby Keith. I don't give a **** what you think about President Bush just shut-up and sing

[jwd]

Originally Posted by HejiraNYC

I agree... but please, please, please, Stevie, don't "tell the world" in another seven-minute epic song. I just cringe at the thought of "Desert Angel 2005/Freedom" medley.

I hear ya. I think she did better with Illume though.

[jwd]

Originally Posted by skcin

I love Stevie for her words & music, not who she votes for or gives money to. I think it's wonderful that she went to the hospital & that she is a very generous person.

AMEN!

[jwd]

Originally Posted by mcboo

Quote:
Originally Posted by skcin
I agree. And I don't really care. I don't understand why people (not Ledgies specifically, I mean people in general) expect all celebrities to be politically savy - they are not politicians, they are actors, musicians, etc. I personally don't give a **** what she (or any other "famous" person) believes about our government, or what her opinions are on the war, or Social Security, or whatever. I just don't. That's her business & it has no bearing on my life.

I love Stevie for her words & music, not who she votes for or gives money to. I think it's wonderful that she went to the hospital & that she is a very generous person.



AMEN!

Great minds think alike! I swear I didn't see your post until after I made mine.

[Ghost_Tracker]

Originally Posted by dissention

I have that long letter she posted on her site before the invasion around here somewhere. That thing was incredibly well-written and articulate; she's one smart cookie.

Yeah OKAY, uhmm, SORRY but I REALLY DO have to comment - I'll try to

be brief and nice about it - it is an emotional issue for everyone, of

course - so -

1). Stevie didn't draw a direct connection between 9/11 and

Iraq. If anything, her MOM did - at TWELVE A.M. when Stevie

had probably just woken her up. Her Mom was trying her best

to help Stevie to feel better, probably without thinking or

caring that her private remarks to her daughter might end up

being analyzed on some web site somewhere.


2). Specifically what her Mom actually said is,

"Whatever it takes to keep 9-11 from happening again. It’s
all about her freedom and our way of life."

I'm not going to fault the woman who wrote "Desert Angel" for

repeating that opinion.

3). It seems to me that more than anything, Stevie was trying

to convey the EMOTION of her experience, and that this thing is

REAL, not just Something Happening on the TV.

GOD BLESS her for that! What other major rock star has stuck her

neck out and even TRIED???

4). I don't recall Stevie ever, ever trying to give any kind of

opinion about Policy - just support for decisions which have already

been made and which are well beyond her control;

and support for the Troops - our fellow U.S. citizens -

who are in harm's way, or already harmed, in order to implement that

policy. All she's done here is give a little love -

Does she feel that? Every single second of the day?

I dunno. Do WE!???

So overall - she TRIED! Let's not fault her for that!

The FOUNDATION remark is certainly interesting! . . . .


ANY-ways that's my two cents worth - feel free to auction it on

e-bay!

[mcboo]

Originally Posted by skcin

Thanks. And welcome to the board, McBoo!

thanks....i believe i've seen you somewhere else too!

[mcboo]

Originally Posted by jwd

Great minds think alike! I swear I didn't see your post until after I made mine.

LMAO !

[skcin]

Originally Posted by mcboo

thanks....i believe i've seen you somewhere else too!

I knew mcboo sounded familiar. Mick's board, perhaps?

[Rox A Little]

Originally Posted by Ghost_Tracker

Yeah OKAY, uhmm, SORRY but I REALLY DO have to comment - I'll try to

be brief and nice about it - it is an emotional issue for everyone, of

course - so -

1). Stevie didn't draw a direct connection between 9/11 and

Iraq. If anything, her MOM did - at TWELVE A.M. when Stevie

had probably just woken her up. Her Mom was trying her best

to help Stevie to feel better, probably without thinking or

caring that her private remarks to her daughter might end up

being analyzed on some web site somewhere.


2). Specifically what her Mom actually said is,

"Whatever it takes to keep 9-11 from happening again. It’s
all about her freedom and our way of life."

I'm not going to fault the woman who wrote "Desert Angel" for

repeating that opinion.

3). It seems to me that more than anything, Stevie was trying

to convey the EMOTION of her experience, and that this thing is

REAL, not just Something Happening on the TV.

GOD BLESS her for that! What other major rock star has stuck her

neck out and even TRIED???

4). I don't recall Stevie ever, ever trying to give any kind of

opinion about Policy - just support for decisions which have already

been made and which are well beyond her control;

and support for the Troops - our fellow U.S. citizens -

who are in harm's way, or already harmed, in order to implement that

policy. All she's done here is give a little love -

Does she feel that? Every single second of the day?

I dunno. Do WE!???

So overall - she TRIED! Let's not fault her for that!

The FOUNDATION remark is certainly interesting! . . . .


ANY-ways that's my two cents worth - feel free to auction it on

e-bay!

Here Here!

And Yo McBoo...nice to see ya!

Rox

[Kelly]

Originally Posted by gldstwmn

I never thought she was a Bush supporter. And I'm well aware of her polititcal donations. You can find them here: www.newsmeat.com

Yea, I know. I have read your posts on her contributions numerous times. I was responding to the other people whe were wondering. I just combined a bunch of responses into one post separating my reply to you with a huge space. I thought the big space would make it apparent I was separating my thoughts. I guess I need to reply multiple times to the same thread and separate each and every reply.

[mcboo]

Originally Posted by Rox A Little

Here Here!

And Yo McBoo...nice to see ya!

Rox

hey Rox...Welcome