The Independent Message Board

If you would like your input to appear here, just email John!
May 1	Re: Hello 4/29/03
Bill, You just proved the heightened ignorance of Rhode Islanders. Just because a piece of property does not look like Augusta, GA does not mean it is not worth more than what the state wants to offer. It sounds like this man is the sort of person you do not want in your neighborhood. Well I just finished closing an operation in your state. You and many of the people of Rhode Island are the sort of people we do not want to employ. We left the state leaving 15 unemployed people who were making over $50,000 per annum not including benefits. I also own a part time agricultural business on 11 acres that is worth 5 million dollars to the builders. Our operation has four employees who make over $60,000 a year and my partners and I are clearing $250K from Easter to Christmas. We sell Tulips and bouquets for Easter, flowers and bouquets for Mother's day, Strawberries for Memorial Day, fruits and vegetables for the entire summer, pumpkins for Halloween, vegetables and pies for Thanksgiving and Christmas trees, wreaths and pies for Christmas to finish out the year. Your state's elected officials and people have to learn to keep your noses out other people's business! Let the business people do what it take to produce jobs. I don't think more than 5% of the State of Rhode Islands workers are making over $60,000 per annum per job, not per family, which I consider a minimum wage for a valued worker that also does not include benefits. Our employees work their asses off during the summer get 2 months off between Christmas and Ash Wednesday we also give top of the line health insurance and dental, disability, and accident insurance. I don't know or any Rhode Island company that doesn't hoodwink their workers on health care. They don't understand when you take care of your employees they will take care of you. Rhode Island is to much what's in it for me and sadly with the influences of your society it will not change. I hope this will give you a different perspective!
May 1	Hillary Clinton Gay?
The clip of Hillary Clinton's speech whining about it's our right to disagree with president sounds a lot like the person who was screeching about the gay, lesbian, bi, trans against the war. Sean OKeefe
May 1	hillary clinton
John, the sound byte of Hillary that was aired on the Imus show this morning sounds painfully like the "No war for oil/ no war for Iraq" chick. Perhaps a comparison is in order? Rich (in Riverside)
May 1	TV Stations do "choose" what is shown!
John, Local TV stations always have a choice on what they show (broadcast) even if they depart from the "networks" programming schedule. So do the viewers have a choice to watch or not. As famous actors so stated; "So what!"          or was it          "Who cares?" JanZ
May 1	Tv program
Hi John, I also have a problem with TV stations and radio stations telling me what I can or cannot watch. If they want to be sensitive, someone can come on the TV just before the program and explain that the program contains similarities and that the stations thoughts and prayers are with the victims of the tragedy. Great show. Jim from taunton
May 1	CSI Programming Decision
CC to CBS Television Providence Journal John Depetro WHJJ Radio Dear WPRI, I have just been made aware of the preemption of an upcoming episode of CSI on your station. Even though I am not a frequent viewer of the program, I take issue with the fact that WPRI is trying to parent the state. It is not your job to censor network programming. Leave that to the Network. It is totally unfair to punish viewers of that program because you are afraid of offending a few people. Do you realize all the programming on radio and television each day that offends? It makes no sense to run scared every time a plot line pops up that freaks you out a little. That's why every TV ever made is equipped with a tuner. If someone doesn't like what's on then they simply can change the channel. The people who can handle it will watch it and the people who can't are perfectly capable of switching frequencies. You are you doing a disservice to Rhode Island viewers, by keeping it from us because you assume that we can't handle it. You are also doing a disservice to the CBS Television Network, producers of CSI and the CSI cast and crew. They didn't work hard on writing and producing this episode just so you could flick a switch and black it out for a million plus people! This is not a smart decision. Put the choice back in the hands of your viewers where it belongs and stop playing babysitter. It's not appreciated at all and the backlash of your poor decision may effect your station for many rating books to come. Now pardon me while I switch over to my roof antenna and watch WBZ Boston for now on. Looks like it's now my turn to censor you! John Chartier Pawtucket, RI.
May 1	Re: Liberal talk show host 4/30/03
Not many LIBS have time to listen to talk shows! They have to work to support their and the CONS kids! Cons on welfare have all the time in the world to listen to talk shows! Look it up on WMD.consonwelfare.lazy
May 1	Re: Walter Miller...Not your finest hour... 4/30/03
Loosen up! Don't be a stuck in the mud!
May 1	Walter Miller
I found this man to be totally annoying. He never shut up an let you do a stupid commercial. Is he some crazy homeless person or does he work for a livingÉ?
April 30	Kane on another station
The Michael Moore of WHJJ is now on another station in this area. I hope this means Sunday mornings will be free of him on your station John. His tactics are simple. If you disagree with him, he berates and belittles you. His viscous method is moronic ,at best. One day I heard Leah call in. This classless moron Kane, was at his lowlife worst. I switched the station. The management should give Tom on a car phone that air time. He is a great change of pace. He has proven his worth (Wars with Arleen) to be given a chance. It would be a true breathe of fresh air.
April 30	handicapped parking space abuse
I had a friend who worked in a print shop, and he had 2X2 foot adhesive sheets made up that said "NOW you're handicapped". He'd stick these on the driver's-side windshield of any car he had seen abusing the parking privilege. Don't know if he ever got caught. pnj, barrington
April 30	minimum wage show
Ask her if we should cut welfare to give inceptive for people to work instead of going to beach ! dean
April 30	today's guest
John This is the quietest I have ever heard you. Great guests. Mike North Smithfield
April 30	show
This could be considered attempted murder, today's show has my blood pressure so high I think my heads going to explode. This is cruel. Why don't you have her and Rod Driver on the same show and really get your listeners riled up. dean
April 30	Liberal talk show host
For a very long time "Billy The Kid" Clinton and his wife Calamity, and the Democrat National Committee have been searching for someone who can successfully compete with Limbaugh, Savage, Gallagher, Hannity and other conservative talk shows. With the failure of Mario Cuomo and Phil Donahue, they finally found one in Mohammad Saeed Al Jahaf a/k/a Baghdad Bob. His job will be to give America the Liberal point of view. After the election of 2004, he will be followed by then former Senator Tom Daschle who will give us the Socialist point of view. ngcfla
April 30	Walter Miller...Not your finest hour...
Hey John, I've never turned off your show until today. I just couldn't stand listening to your guest Walter Miller. All I heard were rantings and ravings of an eccentric, then Joanie calls and the two of them at the same time (however short the time was) were unbearable. I never mind the Cianci topic and would have enjoyed something with a little substance today. My friend, please do your listeners a favor and do not repeat this programming error next year. It was a wasted hour for the Independant Man. Leave this kind of nonsense to Kass. Faithful Listener...except for today : ( Audrey
April 30	wednesday's show
John, Wednesday's show had to be one of the best things I have ever heard on the radio. From that idiot Anastasia Williams to the great Walter Miller, I have never been so irritated and laughed so hard in so short a time. You didn't have to say a thing all day, just give both of them enough rope to do their duty. Congrats on a great show. Doug Allen
April 30	this is for the french
The old American absent mindedly arrived at French customs at Paris airport and fumbled for his passport. "You have been to France before Monsieur?", the customs officer asked sarcastically. The ancient Yank admitted that he had been to France before. "Then you should know enough to have your passport ready for inspection", snapped the irate official. The American said that the last time he came to France he did not have to show his passport. "Impossible, old man. You Americans always have to show your passports on arrival in France." The old American gave the Frenchman a long hard look. "I assure you, young man, that when I came ashore on Omaha Beach in Normandy on D-Day in 1944, there was no God-damned Frenchman on the beach.
April 30	show
This could be considered attempted murder, today's show has my blood pressure so high I think my heads going to explode. This is cruel. Why don't you have her and Rod Driver on the same show and really get your listeners riled up. dean
April 29	SARS
Got a kick out of your little quiz just now, especially your surprise that your listeners knew so much. Just goes to show ya: the Independent Man is successful because he never overestimates the intelligence of his audience. (You spend way, WAY too much time talking about TV.) pnj, barrington
April 29	Chafee watch
IM, Did you catch that rat Chafee on CNN backstabbing his president this morning? If he keeps up like this, the DNC will hire him to give communism lessons to some of their underachievers. I wonder why the republicans don't toss him out of the party. He's to the left of Chairman Mao and goes against everything American all the time. With trash like Chafee, who needs Congressboy Kennedy? Manny in Pawtucket.
April 29	Edward Achorn
Hello John, I enjoyed reading the article about Separation of Powers and I'm very disappointed at the democratic leaders who I hope that the voters of our great state have enough sense to weed them out of office ASAP. I am also in full support of our local government watchdog groups and hope that they will continue their valued opinions. How much insult from democratics on our intelligence does it take to realize that they are the party of the past and that either intelligent independents or republicans are the future leaders of our country and state. Langevin, Reed, Chaffee and Kennedy, all should be voted out of office as should the entire democratic contingency. "Wake up fellow Rhode Islanders and stop this bleeding of our State and country by the old party losers."Thanks for listening, John." Enjoy your day! Peter from Woonsocket
April 29	A quandary
You are the President of the United States. Scientists have discovered that a meteor is headed straight towards the earth. They have calculated that it will strike France in two days at approximately 2:30 AM eastern time. The meteor is large enough to completely wipe France from the face of the earth. France and the United Nations have urgently requested that the United States fire all of its missiles at the meteor and that it send all available ships, troops and aircraft to help evacuate the country. Many of these ships and planes you could send are being used to fight the war on terror overseas. As the President, you must decide: Do you stay up late on the night of the impact to watch the coverage live on CNN, or do you tape it and watch it in the morning?
April 29	License plates
Hi John, What do you think about the plate ' FSADAM ' or 'FTHEUN'. They both could be available. We are restricted to six letters in RI. Good Choice? I think so.
April 29	The High Sheriff
Saw a photo of the High Sheriff of Rhode Island on the internet, he is one hell of a fat man, pity his poor horse. ngcfla
April 29	High (and Wide) Sheriff
Hello John Just out of curiosity...what is the total cost of having Jim DeCastro in your studio. Once you get through widening the doors, reinforcing the floor and buying the chair with the heavy duty springs this could end up being pretty pricey! Chris
April 29	The soapy guy
That anti-Rhode Island "soap opera" dude does have one or two good points periodically. Relating to his comment on Housing in Rhode Island, The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will hand out millions of housing rehabilitation money, especially for first time buyers, to the YMCA, YWCA, or any non-profit, in order for that non-profit to acquire old, run-down houses, often from the cities, and bring them up to building codes. The homes are then sold to low-income, first time home buyers. This would be great for the neighborhoods, except??? This program has been around for years, but the problem is corrupt elements in some local cities, ie:Providence, harvest a piece of the federal money, by working only with "insider" non-profits, who pay off the officials who work in the Department of Inspections. Cianci took his piece of the action, too, as mob boss. Key players who enable this federal money to funnel into non-profits in our state, refuse to work with Providence non-profits, knowing what the non-involved non-profits are up against in criminal activity. Hope Cicillini can turn this around. Course, many of the same insider builders that work their schemes in Providence, strut their stuff in other muncipalities, too. Pay offs, pay offs, and more pay offs. So..a side product of this style of city insider corruption in inspections? Inspectors who expect tips...and property owners that are harassed by inspectors. Property kept in good condition are harassed. Property kept in worse condition... are not. These inspectors and some attorneys who are their handlers, know how to create a system which they can manipulate and milk for all its worth. Let's clean house!
April 29	Hi John, 2nd try...
Hi John, It was lovely talking with you on your show today; it's funny Rich and I both called for the first time, any show. I turned him on to your show a while ago, we like listening to you fight with all of Rhode Island's MORONS, of which, of course, I am now one!! Heh Heh! I didn't get a chance to listen to the rest of your show, but Rich tells me things kicked up a bit and a few people, including you, to a degree, feel as I do. I'm glad. Anyhow, I hope you'll be doing a smokers vs. nonsmokers again soon, as Ct. is about to pass, or has passed, the same smokeless state laws. Hopefully RI will follow. PLEASE! Also, I'd like to suggest "Circumcision: Mutilation or Health Issue?" I'm sure it would stir up some big shit!! Sorry, the first 1/2 draft was sent by my son's right toe, (who I think was born about one month after your Independent Baby). Congratulations to us both! Hey, 'Thanks for taking my call!'... Seeya, "Gardening in My Underwear" Beth In Saunderstown! PS. No wonder that guy's moving to Az., can you blame him?
April 29	strange in saunderstown
Dear John: Just in from a North Kingstown Council meeting, I must comment on the woman from Saunderstown who called your show today and stated that Saunderstown now looks like route 2 in Warwick. You aptly cut her off when she said something about being in her garden in her underwear. Bet that her husband, if she has one, travels frequently. As a town council member, I was appalled and shamed to listen to her ignorance! Drive down Gilbert Stuart Road and drive down 1A past Casey Farm, and find the parallel to Warwick. We take great pride in preserving our rural character, as evidenced tomorrow by a groundbreaking ceremony for BankRI at the intersection of Routes 2 and 102 in NK. They have put forth a plan for a beautiful building with no gaudy signage, and one that completely fits with our interest in maintaining a rural character along Route 102. We really work hard to encourage development that will blend with our aesthetic needs, and that woman apparently doesn't live where I live! EDC endeavors in Lincoln are problematic and historic, just as the problems with developing Quonset remain. We remain hopeful that the new administration will bring some fresh faces and ideas that offer clear development plans and fairness to the existing local businesses. The handful of wild cards call you and come to local Council meetings...they do provide a certain level of entertainment, but surge over the tolerance level after a while! Lastly, we share admiration for T. Marsocci and Pro Paint Plus...no one could do what he does so well Fondly and in NO need of public sharing, Liz Dolan
April 29	Mr DeCastro
You had a caller today call make his point that Mr. DeCastro couldn't do his job because didn't look like he was a sheriff... well, Buddy Cianci looked like a mayor, Joe Mollicone looked like a banker, and Ed DiPrete looked like a governor and look where they all ended up... sometimes looks don't mean a thing! Elizabeth
April 29	Taps Ghost Player
This is in regards to your conversation today regards the State not having enough money to pay for bugle players at a military veterans funeral. There is simply no way to explain why we as taxpayers can pay for part time legislator John Howard's $4,700.00 cell phone bill and all the other cell phones in state and not pay for a bugle player at the funeral of a person who dedicated their life to defending our country. There is simply no way to explain why we as taxpayers are paying to hold open a position at Rhode Island College for Wendy Collins when talk on the street is she hasn't been there in months. There is simply no way anyone can explain why we as taxpayers foot the bill for parties at the state house and private restaurants, pay for teenagers to sit in an office at the Capital TV office because they have a certain last name or are related to a certain last name and we can't afford to pay for a bugle player. But this is for certain, in one word I can simply explain what not coming up with a paltry $18,000.00 a year for a bugle player is... it is WRONG. Elizabeth
April 29	No more live taps...
John,s I have never called your program, yet listen whenever I have the chance. I too experienced the latest slap in the face to our State's Veterans. My father a (Ret. Naval Cdr) died this October and like your other caller I was so saddedned when they showed up at his service with the tape player. I felt the same pain she did when she called in. Nothing was said to our family in advance and we never imagined anything other than the appropriate formal ceremony. We laid to rest a man who loved his family his country and the Navy. He saw combat in Vietnam and received 2 Bronze stars among numerous other medals, to see that happen at his service was like pouring salt into an open wound. I will never forget it.Forever Grateful to our Veterans
April 29	Believe in the "Boss" System
John, it appears you think this state you should follow the old "boss system" of getting things done. The firms that have benefited from these deals are companies that are in financial trouble. Fidelity tied there margin accounts with credit card accounts now these accounts do very little trading since the value has dropped and so many people have been living off their credit card. They are now after state pensions plans to turn them into cash balance plans to increase revenue. The other company that the state went after was FleetBoston as you are aware of they are up for take over which it looks like Citicorp these jobs at Lincoln on average are in telesales which are minimal jobs and many will disappear this fall with the enactment of the Federal Do Not Call List. The jobs brought in are actually low paying jobs that do not make sense to have done in New York or Boston. That is like most jobs in Rhode Island and eventually will be shipped overseas. Computerization makes it very easy to do banking and brokerage back office work overseas very easy. The State of Rhode Island if they want to bring in jobs is to DEREGULATE to bring ALL types of companies in. Allow these companies more control of what property they want to buy, what can be torn down. There was no need for the state to build Providence Place mall, all that was needed was to make this state business friendly less of a regulatory hell and companies will be glad to Create Wealth for an area. Just keep the idiots NIMBY's and the politicians out of businesses way. Nimby's include environmentalists, historical groups social service groups. GTech really hoodwinked the state they kept 920 halfway decent jobs created a few decent paying jobs for roughly two years and a numerous amount of minimum wage jobs for restaurants and parking attendants. In one other show you mentioned being able to see work from the highway, it will not be seen as you said, the garage from Providence Place mall and the Westin Hotel block the view. This state also should allow the opening of the container port at Quonset to show they are ready for business and will deal with business in an ethical manner that is the norm for the rest of the country. Another issue this state has to deal with are the do-gooders who want taxpayers money used for the poor who to many only have poor judgement. That is the churches responsibility and other charities are for. Your friend's tragedy, to many people are trying to get either the state or the federal government to pay the victims for their loses. In our society people have the choice to buy life insurance. For a term life insurance for the age of the people killed it would be about a ($1) one dollar per thousand dollars worth of coverage depending on health for $1,000.00 I have one million in coverage it will take of my family. I would encourage anybody who has children to buy coverage to take care of them. Nobody knows when there time will come and many of us have commitments we are responsible for, why place that burden on our spouses at such a horrible time.
April 29	Eminent Domain
John: Have you ever heard of Digital Equipment Corporation? Were you living in RI when Gov. J. Joseph Garrehy stood on the site now occupied by GTech and proclaimed that DEC had taken out an option on the land to build a manufacturing plant SOMETIME in the future. The state would have to build an interchange off I-95 to accommodate DEC's plans. Where is DEC today and who profited from the sale of the land to GTech after the taxpayers had put in the interchange? Why are the taxpayers pumping millions of $$$ into Quonset Davisville infrastructure? Why don't GTech and Dow locate in this "prime" property? (Or could it be that this is the site for the Narragansett's' casino?) My legal dictionary defines "eminent domain" as "...the right of the state or sovereign to take private property for PUBLIC use..." Note that he operative word is public use, NOT for the benefit of privately held companies.
April 29	Eminent Domain
Been a fan for a long time,,, but John, you're are way off on this topic. As a moderate/conservative voice you should know that eminent domain is, according to both the US & State constitutions for use in procuring property for public use only, not for reselling to a private party. It DOESN'T MATTER whether jobs are involved or not. This policy of obtaining property unconstitutionally for private purposes has been growing dramatically for the last couple of decades, but now more & more battles are being fought & won by individuals & organizations such as the Institute for Justice in D.C. You might want to go to the following site & read how abusive the practice has become to individual rights. http://www.ij.org/publications/castle/ Chris from EP
April 29	eminent domain
John, Is there a way the state of RI can claim eminent domain over Lincoln ALmond's pension?? hahahaha I'm only half kidding. Gov. Carcieri hasn't found half the headaches in dealing with the legislature that he's found in cleaning up the mess left by Lincoln Almond and his 8 yr slumber. Why Lincoln Almond draws a pension from this state is beyond me. Keep up the good work John. Linda North Kingstown
April 29	Are you demented???
How can you say that this Mollo deal is a no brainer?? There are single family houses that sell for 600K in this market. He owns 40 acres of land PLUS rental property which is a source of income for him PLUS a thriving nursery business besides his family residence. He already lost his mother's home by eminent domain. What the state is doing is an outrage. 800K is in NO way a fair price for his property, loss of potential future earning and that of his sons. Where will he be able to find a location as lucrative as the one he owns with rental property etc. in a desirable setting for 800K?? It is not going to happen. He is being ripped off and this should NOT be allowed!! I am totally against the way they are treating him.
April 29	Hello
Hi John, I don't like talking on air, but I live 1 mile away from the Molloo property, and let me tell you $850k is plenty for that piece of property. he has used cars and trucks for sale all the time and he does not keep it up like Fidelity does. I don't want more traffic up rt. 7, but if it helps the state well then I'll do my part. Drive by, he has no pride in this so called family gold mine! Bill from Smithfield
April 23	Lob one to worcester?
LOL. Hope your only kidding!
April 23	NPI v. The Marines
John: I thought this was funny. Also if anyone wants the Iraqi leaders deck of cards have them go to www.greatusaflags.com. Sometimes it does not take right away but that is the site. Marine Corps General Reinwald was recently interviewed on the NPR (National Public Radio) by a female interviewer as he was preparing to sponsor a Boy Scout Troop visiting his military installation. FEMALE INTERVIEWER: So, General Reinwald, what things are you going to teach these young boys when they visit your base? GENERAL REINWALD: We're going to teach them climbing, canoeing, archery, and shooting. FEMALE INTERVIEWER: Shooting! That's a bit irresponsible, isn't it? GENERAL REINWALD: I don't see why, they'll be properly supervised on the rifle range. FEMALE INTERVIEWER: Don't you admit that this is a terribly dangerous activity to be teaching children? GENERAL REINWALD: I don't see how. We will be teaching them proper rifle discipline before they even touch a firearm. FEMALE INTERVIEWER: But you're equipping them to become violent killers. GENERAL REINWALD: Well, you're equipped to be a prostitute, but you're not one, are you? The radio went silent and the interview ended. You gotta love the Marines! Bruce Ciummo
April 23	Domestic WMD, Believe it
Hi John, Thank you for taking my call and allowing me to present my points of view on your show. Here is an interesting subject for your show. A subject that should be near and dear to your heart. How about the United States of America's sponsoring a domestic WMD policy that is now, yes, right now, being used on it's citizens everyday. You and your family included John. This should really concern and upset you. What you say, the US using WMD on it's peoples! No way. Our elected officials would not do this to us. Yea, right. Take a read through the included attachment. The proof is in what this President and administration has allowed to continue. John, who in their right mind would undermine, weaken and relax the Environmental Protection standards that were put into place to protect the peoples of the Northeast. Soot, Pollution, Acid rain. All poisonous forms of WMD and you, your family and all of us are being poisoned daily, thanks to this administration. Doesn't that scare you, it does me? John, I'm not a Republican as you probably can tell, but, I am also not a Democrat. What I am is an old American male who cares about the future of our great country and I feel sad and frustrated at what I see our government doing to it's people, in the name of reviving our economy. (More like reviving corporate profits). What I see this President and administration doing to the American public is a crime against all of us. How many thousands of our peoples have serious health problems as a result of this policy? How many have died? How healthy will your children and grandchildren be, because of this administrations folly? As a talk show host, you are in a position to take a stand and present this disturbing information to your listening public, to take a stand for the millions of our citizens who are impacted. As an "Independent Man", how can you allow this to continue without questioning or commenting? You are in a position where your show could make an impact How about taking on this issue on your show. Let the chips fall where they may. Let's call a spade a spade. This President and administration is slowly killing us. All kidding aside, this is a deadly serious life or death issue. Take a stand John. As our President has said, "you are either with the coalition or you are against us". Which are you John? Are you with this administrations coalition (Republicans and Big Business) and it's environmental policies or are you with the American peoples and their sufferings, thanks to this administration? Thank you for your time again. I hope you will take a stand and present this serious issue on your show. James Osbaldeston (jim from Seekonk)
April 23	Fishing...
I am appalled that anyone from PETA would be anxiously awaiting "the first crack of the bat of baseball season." Do you know how many baseballs they utilize at ONE major league baseball game!?!?! How many cows had to shed their skin for that "first crack of the bat?" Long live PETA they provide more humor in a year than Jay Leno... -Scott-
April 23	The Soaps
Rhode Island males should be thankful that there spouses can not stay home and watch the soaps. The females are emotionally gifted, the males are morally bankrupt and both are intellectually challenged. I was back in Rhode Island to do close our facility down and I listen to the show it is similar to professional wrestling. I am glad you found a subject that fits your audience. A show like yours should stay on the provincial issues of the area, such as why are there so many empty buildings and shopping centers, and then the ghettos. I cannot believe the ghetto around Brown University an ivy league school can't get that area torn down and redeveloped into better apartments for students. the other ghettos were Federal Hill, Pawtucket, Cumberland and West Warwick were the worst. The funny thing I saw was at Emerald Square mall was a trailer park across from the mall. I saw numerous trailer parks all over the state. The worst thing I saw were the housing projects all over the area. If anybody who ever served in the military can tell a housing project these stick out like sore thumbs and it looks like mostly people of European descent in the less urban areas. In the urban areas it was more of the stereotype, minorities. The people of Rhode Island need to look at their history of old Newport then look at the disparity of there neigborhood. Rhode Islanders are an ignorant people.
April 22	Challenge
Hello John, I am a faithful listener but do not agree with most of what you say. I'm hoping to appeal to your open-minded and compassionate side. I challenge you to read "Dominion" by Matthew Scully. He served as special assistant and senior speechwriter to President George W. Bush and has also written for vice presidents Dan Quayle and Dick Cheney. He is also a conservative republican. Oh...did I get your attention? Read it before you go on the air and discount it as rubbish. I dare you. It's a tough read, and the truth is painful so maybe you won't be up to the challenge. I hope you are. If so, there is hope for this world after all. Jack
April 22	The Speech The World Deserves...
Hi John. You Might Want To Read This To Your Listeners To Provoke Some Call-Back's... I Loved IT! Kevin McBride Long Time Noon Listener... Occasional 11:00 P.M. Viewer The Dream What follows is the text of a presidential address to be given by President Bush on July 4, 2003. The source of this material remains unidentified... My fellow Americans: As you all know, the defeat of Iraq's regime has been completed. The discovery and destruction of all weapons of mass destruction have been covered thoroughly in the press. A new Iraqi government has been established and appears to be stable. Our mission in Iraq is complete. This morning I gave the order for a complete removal of all American forces from Iraq. This action will be complete within 30 days. It is now time to begin the reckoning. Before me, I have two lists. One list contains the names of countries which have stood by our side during the Iraq conflict. This list is short. The United Kingdom, Spain, and Austalia are some of the countries listed there. The other list contains everyone not on the first list. Most of the world's nations are on that list. My press secretary will be distributing copies of both lists later this evening. Let me start by saying that effective immediately, foreign aid to those nations on List 2 ceases immediately and indefinitely. The money saved during the first year alone will pretty much pay for the costs of the Iraqi war. The American people are no longer going to pour money into third world hell-holes and watch those government leaders grow fat on corruption. Need help with a famine? Wrestling with an epidemic? Call France. In the out years, together with Congress, I will work to re-direct this money toward solving the vexing social problems we still have at home. I am ordering the immediate withdrawal of all US forces from Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and all other Middle Eastern nations. Leave us alone. Solve your own damn problems. Need help? Call Germany. On that note, a word to terrorist organizations. Screw with us and we will hunt you down and eliminate you and all your relatives from the face of the earth. Thirsting for a gutsy country to terrorize? Try France, or maybe China. Regarding the nation of Israel, I have this to say. It seems like everybody has forgotten what happened to European Jewry during the 1930s and World War II. Our nation will never permit the destruction of Israel. No way. Period. Nevertheless, to Israel and the Palestinian Authority. Yo, boys. Yank yer heads outta rectal defilade and work out a peace deal. Just note that Camp David is closed. Maybe all of you can go to Russia for negotiations. They have some great palaces there. Big tables, too. I'm ordering the immediate severing of diplomatic relations with France, Germany, and Russia. Thanks for all your help, comrades. We are retiring from NATO as well. Bon chance, mes amis. I have instructed the Mayor of New York City to begin towing the many UN diplomatic vehicles located in Manhattan with more than two unpaid tickets to sites where those vehicles will be stripped, shredded and crushed. I don't give a damn about whatever treaty pertains to this. Pay your tickets tomorrow or watch your precious Benzes, Beamers, and limos be turned over to some of the finest chop shops in the world. I love New York. A special note to our neighbors. Canada is on List 2. Since we are going to be seeing a lot more of each other, you folks might want to try not pissing us off for a change. Mexico is also on List 2. President Fox and his entire corrupt government really need an attitude adjustment. I have a couple extra tank and infantry divisions sitting around. Guess where I'm gonna put 'em? Yep, border security. So start doing something with your oil. Oh, the United States is abrogating the NAFTA treaty --- starting now. It is time for America to focus on its own welfare and its own citizens. Some will accuse us of xenophobia. My response is simple and direct: if you can play that word in Scrabble, do it as soon as your turn comes round. Some will accuse us of isolationism. I answer them be saying 'darn tootin'. Nearly a century of trying to help folks live a decent life around the world has only earned us the undying enmity of just about everyone on the planet. It is time to eliminate hunger in America. It is time to eliminate homelessness in America. It is time to eliminate World Cup soccer from America. We will develop energy independence. We will restructure our nation for its isolationist destiny. I will be sending legislation to Congress tomorrow proposing the first actions that that august body should take as we move in a new direction. To the nations on List 2, a final thought. Best wishes. To the nations on List 1, a final thought. Thanks guys. We owe you. God bless America.
April 22	couple quick points
John, couple quick points. S. Peterson was arrested and he had $10,000 on him. That's important because it is the maximum amount you can legally enter Mexico, or exit the US with. Any more and it has to be declared. I travel often to Mexico, thus I know. I haven't heard you mention it the past couple of days, but it's just more proof, and it's very significant. About the fish, I've caught the same fish two times in a row before. You can see the harmless hole through the cartildge from the hook from the previous catch. It shows there's no serious harm to the fish, and he cost me a couple of my shiners! He made out pretty good - two free meals for a couple minor piercings! keep up the good work. jesse
April 22	Springsteen supports Dixie Chicks-Shouldn't Depetro fans?
The Dixie Chicks have taken a big hit lately for exercising their basic right to express themselves. To me, they're terrific American artists expressing American values by using their American right to free speech. For them to be banished wholesale from radio stations, and even entire radio networks, for speaking out is un-American. The pressure coming from the government and big business to enforce conformity of thought concerning the war and politics goes against everything that this country is about - namely freedom. Right now, we are supposedly fighting to create freedom in Iraq, at the same time that some are trying to intimidate and punish people for using that same freedom here at home. I don't know what happens next, but I do want to add my voice to those who think that the Dixie Chicks are getting a raw deal, and an un-American one to boot. I send them my support. Bruce Springsteen
April 22	Re: Give back the stolen "antiquities"
Its always ok for the rich to steal!
April 22	Re: cluster bombs 4/19/03
Get a grip pal. War is about inflicting casualties on those who deserve it most. It always has been. Unfortunate collateral damage occurs. Lesson learned: Next time the US Marines attack-head for the hills! What was their mother doing letting them play in a war zone? Too bad so few had the courage to stand up to Saddam. You should be very thankful you live in a great country filled with so many brave Republicans. Paul/Wickford
April 22	Laci Peterson
John, Almost immediately after Laci Peterson went missing, a tearful husband, Scott, was seen on national television telling the world he didn't do it. He looked right into the camera and stated, "Not only was she my wife, she was my best chum!" John V.
April 22	Fedieen Arleen..
Arleen Violet has either been taken over by aliens, or she is now showing her true colors. She is the Martin Sheen of R.I.. Since the war, almost everything we have done is suspect to her. The flag over the face of Saddam, A general in charge,when will the power be back on, we let the looters ruin the museums, the Arab nations are going to unite AGAINST us.. OH PLEASE!!!! Mizz Violet , your service to Saddam was appreciated. He's dead now. You`ll have to go BACK to supporting Nader and your Green Party........C.R.C.
April 22	+We Remember in Our Prayers Joseph M. Maher '83+
Joseph M. Maher ’83 of Cedar Pond Drive, Warwick died unexpectedly Monday, April 14 at home. Joseph was a sales representative / manager and a member of the Air National Guard. Born in Warwick, a son of M. Frances (O’Neill) Maher of Warwick and Florida, and the late Edward R. Maher, Joseph had live in Warwick all his life. He was an Internet sales representative / manager at Paul Bailey Ford in East Greenwich. Joseph was also a major in the Air National Guard Reserve where he had served since 1988. Joseph was a veteran of Desert Storm. Joseph was a 1983 graduate of Bishop Hendricken High School and a 1987 graduate of the Parks College of Aviation at St. Louis University. Joseph is also survived by two brothers (also Hendricken alum) Edward R. Maher ’76 of Carlsbad, California and James H. Maher ’77 of Moore, Oklahoma, and a sister, Michaela F. Maher of Warwick. He also leaves his fiancée, Janice Treutelaar of Tujunga, California. A funeral service was held Saturday, April 19, 2003 from the Frank P. Trainor & Sons Funeral Home, Warwick followed by burial with military honors at St. Joseph Cemetery, West Greenwich. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated yesterday at St. Peter Church, Fair Street, Warwick. (Taken from the Providence Journal.) Pamela J. Wilkinson Alumni Office Bishop Hendricken High School
April 22	listening live
I would like to listen to your show while at work, however when I click on the "listen live" portion of your website, it doe not work.. Is there a problem or is it not possible to listen on line?
April 22	While Gene is there with you...
Ask him: "What's UP with that Brian Crandall from the Channel 10 News Team?!?" And WHY is he on the air? So many people ask that incredulously. I find I can't even look at him while he's on the air -- and I quickly have to turn to another station. Gene probably wouldn't say anything over the air -- but you might be able to ask him on the side! And as usual, you're right on the money with EVERYthing today! The 'fish tale' is beyond ridiculous, but I don't doubt PETA's strength in 'pulling the wool' over people's eyes and validating their causes! ..and Scott Peterson should FRY (excuse the 'fish' analogy again!). No doubt about his guilt -- just like O.J.!! Have a great day. Hope you and your family had a pleasant Easter. Coincidentally, my wife and I were in Rome for Good Friday, and attended services at St. Peter's with the Pope. Of course, we had no idea about his controversial Encyclical until we returned to the US, but it was quite a thrill anyway to see him. Take care. --FRED from Elmhurst
April 19	Give back the stolen "antiquities"
John, If there was much ancient (mankinds) history lost in this Iraqi war, how much was stolen prior to it by the same (Western) institutions and Museums that are the loudest condemning the US? Why don't these organizations give back to the Iraqi's (and all others; ex: Egypt) what is in their halls(and boxes) of history all that they plundered. Why are these items now still in the Museums of Berlin, Paris, Boston, London or New York? Modern "looters" indeed? JanZ -- Jan Szelag
April 19	"Cafeteria Catholics"
I had to turn your show off on Good Friday morning, John. I get tired and irritated listening to callers who describe themselves as Catholics call in to bash the church because of some perceived slight or offense. One lady today said she didn't understand why the church should tell her what's right and wrong! Look, if your belonged to a country club and you decided that you could set your own par do you think your score would be validated? If you don't like the rules of the Roman Catholic Church or its interpretation of morality, go find another church that more closely matches your value system. There are plenty of them in Rhode Island. I have a suspicion that most of the Catholic bashers that call talk shows are those who show up at Mass once or maybe twice a year. The only other times they set foot in church is for their kids' baptism, first communion and confirmation and for weddings and funerals. At these services they'll go tripping up the aisle to receive the Eucharist and then call a talk show or write a letter to the editor decrying this or that rule or what some priest allegedly told them. Signed, Participating Catholic
April 19	BAGHDAD BOB KERR'S Columns - Some Practical Use!
John, Since it is Easter and some people may be fortunate enough to receive a bunny rabbit. I would like to offer some patriotic household advise to owners of rabbits. They can use Bob Kerr's columns to lineup the bottom of their rabbit cages. At least this part of the Providence Journal can be of some practical use! Phil ....from Edgewood
April 19	cluster bombs
John, did you see the picture of the little Iraqi boy injured by an unexploded cluster bomb? The darn thing got his three brothers as well. What does a good Christian like you think about the use of cluster bombs? Or do you think about them at all? Why were they necessary? I don't think Christ would approve. Dulce et decorum est pro patria mori, jj
April 19	Growing Up Catholic
I was the guy with the story about the kid with the burning coat. Superior to the story that eventually won, but the kids win out I guess. Some details of those days are very hazy, but I remember Sister Bonavita (very sweet), Mrs. Murtaugh, Mrs. O'Leary, Sr Elsabet (a tyrant), Sr Raynarda (sp?) and a few others. Msr Canning was there when I first attended, and I remember a Mother Immacule (sp?). Even met the current principal at a gig I did for her husband's retirement. Graduated from BHHS in '65 and also worked at 'DOM at PC as did you? (Thought you didn't do Catholic college?) Happy Easter with the IF. Bill Gannon
April 19	Clear Channel- dare you to post this!
Rally for America,"the supposedly politically neutral, homegrown events that started sprouting up in cities across the nation earlier this year, drew thousands of flag-waving, Dixie-Chick-hating folks who favor President Bush's war with Iraq. The rallies also drew their fair share of criticism. Though sponsored by local radio stations, those stations share a common owner: the Texas-based Clear Channel Worldwide, Inc., a media giant with a nationwide network of 1,240 radio stations –- and a clear line to Bush. Numerous media outlets have raised questions about "Rally for America": Was it appropriate for a major media company to sponsor -- and then cover -- "patriotic" support-the-troops rallies? Of course not, but what do ethics matter when friends are involved? It's no coincidence that Clear Channel executives Tom Hicks and L. Lowry Mays have contributed tens of thousands of dollars to Bush's gubernatorial and presidential campaign coffers. Or that Clear Channel gave $119,370 in "soft money" to Republicans in 2001-2002, this on top of the $82,850 it gave in 2000. (Democrats, meanwhile, got $25,000 in soft money in that same three-year period.) Or that Clear Channel stations have been known to pull radio ads criticizing Republicans.
April 19	bob kerr
John, I like your show and listen as often as I can. Perhaps you can help me understand something. I have been reading The Providence Journal for over forty years, what has happened to it? Is BOB KERR that imbitered about our country? I went to RISD with many Korean WAR vets in the mid 1950's none seemed as pissed off as he is. Or maybe he just hates all Republicans, Bush in particular.
April 19	Re: Keith from Tiverton 4/10/03
I am writing in regards to the caller Keith from Tiverton. I too have heard both him and the Hate Radio show, Rick Adams on w.a.l.e. I really tried to listen to him and that show with an open mind. I have to say, both the host and the co host Larry (from Pawt.) are mentally ill. These two birds hate, I mean hate, Jewish people (I happen to be) and Hate President Bush. They do have many sick callers who do call your show, such as, Charlie on a cell phone, Lorrie from Cranston, Harry on a cell phone, Tim of the green party. Poor Tim an Lorrie are the only ones who aren`t crazy. Keith is the worst of all. A pure Nazi. He's proud of it. I listen to your show and David B. in Boston. I am very open minded an fair. This Rick, Larry, and Keith are full of bigotry and hate. As a Jew, I feel in the line of fire when I listen to this stuff. Mr. Adams also likes to make fun of you John, when the opportunity makes itself available. I remain a faithful listener to you. C.R.Cohen
April 17	Arleen Violet
Hi John, Is anyone at your station listening to arleen. She is mixing half truths and truths about the ongoing war in Iraq and is very negative about our administration and its goals. The tone of her voice and the message is " I'm taking the high road" and if you were as intelligent as I am you would be with me. Bill DiMaio
April 17	100 Lashes ( good joke )
An American, a Dutchman and a Frenchman are in Saudi Arabia, sharing a smuggled crate of booze when Saudi police rush in and arrest them. The mere possession of alcohol is a severe offense in Saudi Arabia, so for the terrible crime of actually being caught consuming the booze, they are all sentenced to death! However, after many months and with the help of very good lawyers, they are able to successfully appeal their sentences down to life imprisonment. By a stroke of luck, it was a Saudi national holiday the day their trial finished, and the extremely benevolent Sheikh decided they could be released after receiving just 20 lashes each of the whip. As they were preparing for their punishment, the Sheikh announced: "It's my first wife's birthday today, and she has asked me to allow each of you one wish before your whipping." The Dutchman was first in line, he thought for a while and then said: "Please tie a pillow to my back." This was done, but the pillow only lasted 10 lashes before the whip went through. When the punishment was done he had to be carried away bleeding and crying with pain. The Frenchman was next up. After watching the Dutchman in horror he said smugly: "Please fix two pillows to my back." But even two pillows could only take 15 lashes before the whip went through again and the Frenchman was soon led away whimpering loudly (as they do). The American was the last one up, but before he could say anything, the Sheikh turned to him and said: "You are from a most beautiful part of the world and your culture is one of the finest in the world. For this, you may have two wishes!" "Thank you, your Most Royal and Merciful highness", the American replied. "In recognition of your kindness, my first wish is that you give me not 20, but 100 lashes." Not only are you an honorable, handsome and powerful man, you are also very brave". The Sheikh said with an admiring look on his face. "If 100 lashes is what you desire, then so be it. "And your second wish, what is it to be?" the Sheikh asked. The American replied: "Tie the Frenchman to my back." dick Johnston RI
April 16	where's joanie?
i don't recall hearing from joanie of late... is it time to check the syrian borders? .........rick, narragansett
April 16	hollywood celebs on opposite ends
. Grammer Lesson It seems Kelsey Grammer doesn't mind going against the tide in Hollywood. He's one of a small handful of celebrities who has openly supported President Bush. Now he is using his television show as a vehicle to express appreciation to those who serve in the military. The actor has a standing instruction to the staff of "Frasier" that families of military personnel or veterans who attend tapings will be seated where they belong - in the front row. Grammer has also made it a point to meet with guests personally. The Enquirer reports that at a recent taping, two women in their 70s were escorted up to meet Grammer. When he inquired about which branches of the service they were from, they said, "We're soldiers in The Salvation Army." Apparently not one to nitpick, Kelsey saluted the ladies and gave them some autographed pics. The Left Coast Report hopes this kind of gesture becomes a permanent fixture in Hollywood. 5. Not a Rosie Reception Remember early in the war when the press reported that the coalition forces were running into surprising Iraqi resistance? Rosie O'Donnell recently experienced a bit of hostile resistance herself. O'Donnell was to receive the Vito Russo Award at a fund-raising dinner for Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation. The actress apparently defended Michael Moore's anti-Bush Oscar rant. She engaged in some perfunctory Bush-bashing and claimed that the war was "killing Iraqi women and children." The New York Post reported that Rosie then heard some sounds that she probably never expected to hear from a gathering of this type: boos. The Left Coast Report says it just goes to show that people from all points on the political spectrum understand that denigrating the commander in chief at a time when the bullets are still flying demands the appropriate response: a healthy dose of righteous heckling. 6. Truth and Consequences for Sarandon Has appeasement activist Susan Sarandon ceased being a disciple of all things Hillary? Maybe for the moment. Sarandon was asked by the hosts of ABC's "The View" to comment on the U.S. senator's support of the war in Iraq. Sarandon offered this remark: "Yeah. I'm very disappointed in Hillary." Sarandon's scheduled appearance as a speaker for a United Way charity event in Tampa was canceled after organizers received complaints. When the actress appeared on a British show, "So Graham Norton," one of her patented Bush-bashing episodes had to be edited out. And the Baseball Hall of Fame just rescinded a 15th anniversary celebration of "Bull Durham" that was supposed to include Susan and beau Tim Robbins. Hall of Fame President Dale Petroskey, a former White House assistant press secretary under Ronald Reagan, wrote in a cancellation letter, "We believe your very public criticism of President Bush at this important -- and sensitive -- time in our nation's history helps undermine the U.S. position, which ultimately could put our troops in even more danger." Sarandon told reporters, "I thought the best way to protect those troops is to keep them out of harm's way completely and to not put people into the hellish situation of war." Do you suppose next that Sarandon will suggest that to protect firefighters we not put them into the hellish situation of fighting fires? Robbins addressed the cancellation remarks in an open letter: "To suggest that my criticism of the president put the troops in danger is absurd ..." The actor/director then launched the usual attack on Petroskey's Republican pedigree with these words: "Your subservience to your friends in the administration is embarrassing to baseball and by engaging in this enterprise you show that you belong with other cowards and ideologues in a hall of infamy and shame."
April 16	show today
Listened to your show today. Once again you showed very poor taste in describing the recent events in Africa. Saying things like those people are savages only insights racist feelings. I guess we should assume that only countries whose brutal dictators are Arab can expect the United States to ride to the rescue. Mugabe can rest easy tonight. You asked what gave Assad the right to rule his country. Nothing. Nothing but the sovereign right of nations to rule themselves. Are we going to China, North Korea, Iran,lybia, Vietnam, and half of the old Soviet Union to "free" those people? I think not. You are most certainly not independent. You said today in passing that their is great waste in the federal governments budget. Ok. Care to prove it. See if you can find 550 billion in wasteful spending. Medicaid, veterans benefits, Medicare, social security or the military which shall it be. You get your marching orders from the RNC or some such. the only comfort I take in knowing that is that none of what you spout really means anything.
April 16	sent this to rod driver
sent this to rod driver: i truly think that you dont know better,Kill tally: Approaching two million, including between 150,000 and 340,000 Iraqis and between 450,000 and 730,000 Iranians killed during the Iran-Iraq War. Over 100,000 Kurds killed or "disappeared". An estimated 1,000 Kuwaiti nationals killed following the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. No reliable figures for the number of Iraqis killed during the Gulf War, with estimates varying from as few as 1,500 to as many as 200,000. No reliable figures for the number of Iraqi dissidents and Shi'ite Muslims killed during Hussein's reign, though estimates put the figure between 60,000 and 100,000. Approximately 500,000 Iraqi children dead because of international trade sanctions introduced following the Gulf War, you yourself are a horrible person, i feel bad about the children, and if we had it your way, there would be a never ending hell, please leave my country, your are a disgrace, Saddam Hussein look in the mirror, you have eyes like him.
April 16	re: Chafee goes to China
IM, Terri, Chafee is probably going to get important orders from his boss, Jiang Zemin. Something so important he couldn't talk about on the phone. Maybe he'll be interviewed by the People's Daily. As to SARS, what's the worry, how often does he come to Rhode Island? Manny
April 16	Re: Chafee
To late the disease is already here, the state will not identify the town it is in they want to stop the fear. I didn't vote for Chaffee, you people elected him, I vote for conservative candidates. That is why this state will never get federal funds you elect the wrong candidates even when liberals are in power such as slick Willie you still didn't get funds. This state needs to become responsible for itself and stop giving away the cow with the milk. Start using your resources and capital instead of looking for handouts.
April 16	Joe versus Rod
John, Have to apologize to Joe, but I change the dial when that moron Driver comes on your show. Can't stand to listen to his filthy lies. Sure, you're trying to be independent, but you'll go the way of Blixie's Chix if you keep having that turd on your show. Send him over to Baghdad Arlene's show. Stopped listening to her weeks ago.
April 16	Saddam's Stabbin' Cabin
IF THIS BUNKERS-A-ROCKIN' DON'T COME A-KNOCKIN' As looting continued throughout Baghdad, American troops conducted a raid on one of Saddam's secret palaces, located south of Tikrit in northern Iraq. Instead of finding fierce resistance from Republican Guard units, Coalition troops discovered an abandoned, palace, lavishly decorated in mid to late seventies decor. As troops entered the compound, a sign written in Arabic conspicuously hung over the palace gate, greeted them. In an effort to gather intelligence, NSA Middle Eastern Language Analysts were brought in to translated the cryptic sign which read: "Welcome to the Stabbin' Cabin. Leave your inhibitions at the Door." "It was clearly evident that we found the secret compound where Saddam would often bring women to woo and seduce them," states Corporal John Holmes. Field Reports detail a lavish palace with wall to wall black marble floors sparsely covered with blue and pink shag carpets, and red artificial lights. According to some military eyewitnesses the compound had the look and ambience of a Las Vegas brothel and reeked with cheap cologne. The second floor brought more discoveries. Mirrored ceilings and heart shaped rotating beds, complete with oversized lava lamp decorated each of the 30 "love-nasiums." It seems that each bedroom had a specific "theme." The north bedroom had a jungle theme, complete with stuffed monkeys, coconut trees and hammock while the bedrooms on the east wing had a "Roman" theme characterized by gladiator figures and grape leaves. The more contemporary rooms had a "Playas Crib" ambience, paying homage to such "smooth cats" as Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg. "The ambience and theme variation from room to room is staggering, however what stays constant through all bedrooms is the music. CDs from such artists as Marvin Gaye, Sinatra and Eric Clapton could be found littering the floors. CIA Analyst comment that Saddam would often seduce women with 80's Power Ballads. "Journey, Clapton and even some Barry White are characteristic of Saddam's style," comments CIA's Middle Eastern Analyst, Peter North. It is widely noted that Saddam was a real playboy, he liked the ladies and would often do the horizontal mambo with 3 to 4 a day. According to a former Iraqi security member, he earned himself the reputation as a "playa" which helped to incite the volatile situation in the Middle East. Middle Eastern leaders would often get frustrated over Saddam's refusal to "hook a brotha up." "He is notoriously brutal and notoriously greedy at the same time, and would often "c-block" other leaders in their hook up attempts " claims a former Iraqi security member. One of Saddam's personal bodyguards, claims that Saddam idolized such legendary studs as Huge Hefner, Tom Jones and Snoop Dogg. Often, he would mimic the life-styles of these "Masters of the Booty," cloaking himself in red Silk pajamas and oversized gold medallions This persona helped to earn him the nickname "Big Daddy The Pimpin' Mut*a F**cka." North continued, "He was a real smooth talker and no one can take away his skills with the ladies. He knows how to score and would study the art of seduction to the point where he would elevate it to an art form." CIA Analysts comment that Saddam knew all the angles. He knew that musicians would score alot of women, so as a result, he would often swoon women with his "rockous" mandolin and "dangerous" flute playing. "For a ruthless dictator, he sure know how to party, he would rock out Whitesnake style," states Sgt. Ron Jeremy of the 1st Infantry Division. Each of the 10 refrigerators found, were filled with Cristal and Moet champagne and such delicacies as Caviar and Pepperidge Farms Cheese and Sausage logs. Pictures of naked women fornicating, adorned the walls and large leather couches sprawled across a large room made out to resemble an ancient Roman Ball room. However, Saddam was very conscious of practicing safesex. Signs that state, "remember to wrap the pickle," were everywhere as a constant reminder. Brigade General Vincent Brooks comments, "If he wasn't such a punk bit*h, I would love to rock out Saddam style." Regarding the secret swinger lifestyle of Saddam Heussin, Gen. Brooks only comment was, "secrets, secrets are no fun, secrets secrets hurt someone."
April 16	Love your show, BUT...
Hi, John. I am a faithful listener of your show, and, like you, I am absolutely a fan of Mr. Rumsfeld. I never miss any of his appearances on Meet the Press, I even taped them!! He's amazing, and the sharpest Defense Secretary in my recent memory. But, accolades aside, John, I have to ask (no, BEG) you to PLEASE, PLEASE NEVER HAVE THAT RIDICULOUS ROD DRIVER ON YOUR SHOW AGAIN!!! I've tolerated him and his sadly misinformed opinions about the war on your show before, but when he was on today (Wednesday, April 16th), he made me nauseous. He has absolutely NO IDEA what he's talking about, he never gives a straight answer, and he keeps changing the subject. I have no respect for anyone who rambles on and on with no point and no facts whatsoever to base his/her opinions on. This man is like all the other peace protesters, celebrity or otherwise--ignorant, misinformed and unwilling to admit they were wrong. So, while I really enjoy listening to you and your other callers and guests, I refuse to be forced into listening to morons like Rod Driver. Keep us the great work!! Rummy for President!! Best wishes, G. LaMorge, Cranston, RI P.S. I know there's probably nothing you can do about this, but there are just TOO MANY COMMERCIALS AND INTERRUPTIONS DURING YOUR PROGRAM. Thanks again!
April 16	Rod Driver
I think I'm on to something here .. Mr Driver ran as an independant for office and didn't win, He ran as a Democrat and didn't win, This last election he ran as a Republican and again didn't win. Listening to Rod Driver on your show I get the feeling he may be running as a candidate for tha Ba'ath Party next election. John
April 16	Re: Iraq the movie 4/14/03
Captain, I think Baghdad Bob should be portrayed by Vincent Cianci, both of whom are in complete denial, and where the hell is Baghdad Bob anyway, he was the only guy who offered a light moment in this war. I miss him. ngcfla
April 16	DWI - Driver With Insanity
John, Rod Driver DRIVES ME CRAZY !! Charlie [Bristol]
April 16	Book review
Hi John, I'm a big fan of yours whenever I'm near a radio. I have a question for you concerning a book that a friend lent me to read and I really don't want to waste my time with it if it turns out to be Liberal garbage. The book is entitled, "Forbidden Truth" U.S.-Taliban secret oil diplomacy and the failed hunt for Bin Laden. It's by Jean-Charles Brisard & Guillaume Dasquite.' A red flag goes up on the first page with a quote from the Los Angeles Times, not to mention, that two Frenchmen wrote it. My question is, fact or fiction? Thanks John and keep up the good work. Sincerly, Joe Alves Jr. Taunton, Ma.
April 16	Rod Driver
John: Enjoy the show very much, but I can't listen any longer when you bring in Rod Driver. He does exactly what he accuses everyone else of doing--makes grandiose statements that either can't be proven, or focus on a tiny sliver of a much larger issue. I get it John! His views border on the ridiculous, he agrivates listeners and makes for caller volume and confrontation. But it really is a one-trick pony. Once or twice was OK, but to listen to this man time after time, espousing the same pro-arab, anti-Israel rhetoric, is just too much. I shut off the show today, and will continue to do so whenever Driver appears. Thanks for the time, Dave From Lincoln.
April 15	Chafee
Hi John- Just thought I would drop you a quick line on something interesting... On Saturday morning I heard on Channel 10 that Senator Chafee is going on a trip to ASIA and CHINA. I'm sure he just wants to be the first one to bring SARS back to RI. What a Senator! Terri Newport
April 15	New television program in Iraq
How about "My Two Sons" R, Patti Kyle
April 15	Iraqi TV idea
"Dialing for Dinars" from Thea Barrington RI
April 15	Re: Thursday show
The Marine should not only have "washed" Saddam's face with the American flag, he should have LEFT the flag ON his face. Kudos to the Troops..
April 14	War in Iraq
John, I have been listening to your show for the last 3 weeks, and I must say I love it. I did want to say something that maybe you could use as some discussion about this war and country. One word to use for this country is "unfaithful" "not loyal", we praise one minute and condemn the next. This country has no backbone, always wavering their opinions. What ever happened to staying behind your leader no matter how tough it gets. Being loyal, knowing people are human and they make mistakes, and we need to be able to give them the room to make mistakes. We focus on the negative instead of the positive. Things get tough, we hate it, we complain but god forbid we knew what it was like to live in Iraq or some 3rd world country, or to know what it's like to suffer a little. I think many of us are spoiled brats, and we forget how lucky we are. People need to trust the ones they put in office, and not mock them unless they do , do something that is out right wrong, and so fare Bush has been as loyal and in control as he said he would be. No lies, no gimmicks, just the plain truth. But why did people like Clinton better who did lie, who did twist things wrong, but he listened to the people and there pocket books were ok, and they did not suffer much, they could care less and liked him. What's wrong with that picture... Thanks for the time... Jay
April 14	looting
There was a broadcast from Geraldo Saturday night from a weapons cache and he was commenting on the looting when he said "you should see the energy these people have. It's amazing. These people ought to get a job." after which the host changed the subject then cut him off in the middle of his sign off "This is Geraldo reporting from *cut*.." That guys survivability is notable!
April 14	Misguided hollywood people
Good Morning John, It would be very interesting to know how many of the people in Hollywood, (I don't feel they deserve to be referred to as "STARS" as a "STAR" shines "BRIGHT" and I feel these people just plain lack the luster and brightness) belong to Scientology. I had the displeasure of experiencing how that works and the brain washing that takes place during your initiation into such a misguided group of people. I see a lot of the anti-government statements that was drilled into your head coming from these people in Hollywood. I was not allowed to bring in a newspaper to work to read during my lunch break as they felt the government sends misinformation thru the media and subliminal messages, therefore it was a negative stigma that could disrupt the atmosphere of the office. They also had there scientology ticker that ran across our computer screen with their views, beliefs and quotes from L. Ron Hubbard. This is just one of the ways they pushed their views on people and expected you to at least keep an open mind on their views, yet keep your own thoughts and ideas to yourself. Another tactic used to brainwash you was to use another practice called "Bull- Bating. Two people sit in a chair across from each other with knees touching and stair at each other for 1 minute with out any movement, expression or sound. You the continue this process and increase the number of minutes until your up to 15-20 min. possibly longer. If you move, make an expression or make a sound you start over. You then "graduate" to sitting in the chair while someone attempts to break this concentration by yelling at you, calling you names, make fun of you and use any tactic they can think of to make you move, make any sound or show any kind of expression. Could you shed some light on this??? I believe Woody Haroldson (sp) belongs to this group as well as the others we are hearing from. Thank You, Wendy Martin
April 14	Whose Next?
You got your war, and perhaps even several upcoming attractions. Liberation probably won't be terribly meaningful to the dead and maimed, but this war really wasn't about liberation, was it John? Jingoism and Mccarthyism thrive in the land of corporate greed. While this boy will never be the same again, it is comforting to know that Haliburton, Bectel, and Boeing will profit from his missing limbs. Pax Americana, Jeff Johnson MIRROR LAUNCHES APPEAL FOR ALI
April 14	Iraq the movie
John, General Franks -- Clint Eastwood Donald Rumsfeld -- Tommy Lee Jones Sadamm Hussein -- Klinger from Mash Bagdad Bob -- Mike Meyers PS – I am neighbor of your cousin Jay Mulshenock Take Care, Capt. Charles Brennan Investigations Division Commander North Kingstown Police Department
April 14	no more independent
John, You are no more independent than the most right wing republican. I listen to your show often. Frankly your views and your additude toward those who disagree with you are nearly childlike. I hear you spout on and on about the war in Iraq as if its outcome is totally know to us. It is not. Iraq is not Germany. It is no homogenious and governing it will be difficult if not impossible. We could end up with an Islamic republic in Iraq that hates the United States with far more zeal than Saddam ever did. Today you have been playing trial balloon launcher. If this administration does decide to attack Syria the United States will certainly appear to have colonial designs on arab lands. You argue that might makes right or some such simplistic notion. Please explain to me why the Israeli's are still subject to attack? They have been responding to violence violently for generation and are no closer to peace. If we stay in Iraq, and we must, we will soon become occupiers, and the memories of our troops as liberators will fade. Bagdad could become our version of Gaza. Now you are advocating an invasion of Syria. Obviously you have become unstrung.
April 14	Re: from a freshman at mount pleasant 4/14/03
Don't worry where you are from, it is where you are going that matters. Follow a good basis of ethics. I know public role models are in short supply in your state, your four elected congressional and senate members leave a lot to be desired your city is finally are rid of Buddy Cianci. Your business leaders also are unethical Terry Murray of FleetBoston and Tyco's CEO. You are in a difficult state for ethics and integrity but it is finally improving. The elected officials you have are good they have integrity. If you can move out of state and be adaptable to other parts of the United States you will do alright. I would suggest you look at the Rocky Mountain region to learn a valuable lesson in how to treat people.
April 14	So Typical
-- Jan
April 14	Baghdad Bob Kerr...
Bob Kerr....... he's no Bob Kur!!
April 14	food
you were right. conte's restaurant. excelent salad bar, eggplant and the sauce is very good. told them you sent me and they said u come in all the time with your family. told them how much you brag about them. they seemed pleased. good job covering the war. hope all of our boys come home soon AND SAFE. john have you heard anymore about laci peterson? haven't seen anything in the paper or on the news in quite awhile,just wondering. have a nice easter you and your family.
April 14	Your colleague
Good Morning John- I was listening to you about Arlene's position on the war... I have to tell you that I cannot even listen to her any more right now. I have to turn the channel... I'll turn it every now and then back and forth but have to keep changing it to "the other" channel because of what I hear her say and I just cannot believe her position is on this war. And Korinna!!!!!! UGH! And Joel!!! Get me a barf bag! What more do people need than to see all those Iraqi people that have been taught to hate us kissing our troops and holding signs saying "Thank you USA" and saying "Thank you Bush!" Have a good weekend. My best to you, Terri from Newport!
April 14	War
Hussein is/was an evil man, he needed to be removed/killed. What gets me is this "shootem-up" attitude you promote. An often DePetro quote "Iraq is first to go, Syria's next, then Iran....... (with the american anthem playing in the background)". War is tough for me to stomach, sometimes necessary (as with Hussein). Diplomacy has to be sought first! I think it's dangerous to promote this "you're not with us, then your're against us, don't agree with us, we'll kick your ass too". I wonder if you'd promote this cowboy attitude if your children (when they get older) get drafted and are poised to be sent to these 3rd world toilets to get killed. - Newport
April 14	from a freshman at mount pleasant
Hey John, I love your show. I'm a 15 yr old guy and I'm a freshman at mount pleasant high (I'm a victim of circumstance) I catch your show when I can and I watch most of the simulcast at 11:30. Something scares me. It seems once you goto college, you lose all reasoning, and are willing to protest anything, and everything. So seeing as in a few years I will be going to college, I was wondering if you had and tips for holding onto my sanity, and conservatism? Anyway I just thought you should know that I think you have a lot of young listeners like myself, and hopefully one day we'll have a bunch of Independent men and women out there. Thank you, Dave H. in Providence PS You can read this on air if you like. PPS I know the kadman, Mark Katic.
April 14	Susan Sarandon
LETS KEEP THE FAITH. HOW WE TREAT PEOPLE Five lessons to make you think about the way we treat people. 1. First Important Lesson - Cleaning Lady. During my second month of college, our professor gave us a pop quiz. I was a conscientious student and had breezed through the questions, until I read the last one: "What is the first name of the woman who cleans the school?" Surely this was some kind of joke. I had seen the cleaning woman several times. She was tall, dark-haired and in her 50s, but how would I know her name? I handed in my paper, leaving the last question blank. Just before class ended, one student asked if the last question would count toward our quiz grade. "Absolutely," said the professor. "In your careers, you will meet many people. All are significant. They deserve your attention and care, even if all you do is smile and say "hello". I've never forgotten that lesson. I also learned her name was Dorothy. 2. Second Important Lesson - Pickup in the Rain One night, at 11:30 p.m., an older African American woman was standing on the side of an Alabama highway trying to endure a lashing rainstorm. Her car had broken down and she desperately needed a ride. Soaking wet, she decided to flag down the next car. A young white man stopped to help her, generally unheard of in those conflict-filled 1960s. The man took her to safety, helped her get assistance and put her into a taxicab. She seemed to be in a big hurry, but wrote down his address and thanked him. Seven days went by and a knock came on the man's door. To his surprise, a giant console color TV was delivered to his home. A special note was attached. It read: "Thank you so much for assisting me on the highway theother night. The rain drenched not only my clothes, but also my spirits. Then you came along. Because of you, I was able to make it to my dyinghusband's bedside just before he passed away. God bless you for helping me and unselfishly serving others," Sincerely, Mrs. Nat King Cole. 3. Third Important Lesson - Always remember those who serve. In the days when an ice cream sundae cost much less, a 10 year-old boy entered a hotel coffee shop and sat at a table. A waitress put a glass of water in front of him. "How much is an ice cream sundae?" he asked. "Fifty cents," replied the waitress. The little boy pulled his hand out of his pocket and studied the coins in it. "Well, how much is a plain dish of ice cream?" he inquired. By now more people were waiting for a table and the waitress was growing impatient. "Thirty-five cents," she brusquely replied. The little boy again counted his coins. "I'll have the plain ice cream," he said. The waitress brought the ice cream, put the bill on the table and walked away. The boy finished the ice cream, paid the cashier and left. When the waitress came back, she began to cry as she wiped down the table. Theere, placed neatly beside the empty dish, were two nickels and five Pennies. You see, he couldn't have the sundae, because he had to have enoughleft to leave her a tip. 4. Fourth Important Lesson - The Obstacles in Our Path. In ancient times, a King had a boulder placed on a roadway. Then he hid himself and watched to see if anyone would remove the huge rock. Some of the king's wealthiest merchants and courtiers came by and simply walked around it. Many loudly blamed the King for not keeping the roads clear, but none did anything about getting the stone out of the way. Then a peasant came along carrying a load of vegetables. Upon approaching the boulder, the peasant laid down his burden and tried to move the stone tothe side of the road. After much pushing and straining, he finally succeeded. After the peasant picked up his load of vegetables, he noticed a purse lying in the road where the boulder had been. The purse contained manygold coins and a note from the King indicating that the gold was for the person who removed the boulder from the roadway. The peasant learned what many of us never understand! Every obstacle presents an opportunity to improve our condition. 5. Fifth Important Lesson - Giving When it Counts. Many years ago, when I worked as a volunteer at a hospital, I got to know a little girl named Liz who was suffering from a rare & serious disease. Her only chance of recovery appeared to be a blood transfusion from her 5-year-old brother, who had miraculously survived the same disease and had developed the antibodies needed to combat the illness. The doctor explained the situation to her little brother, and asked the little boy if he would be willing to give his blood to his sister. I saw him hesitate for only a moment before taking a deep breath and saying,"Yes I'll do it if it will save her." As the transfusion progressed, he lay in bed next to his sister and smiled, as we all did, seeing the color returning to her cheeks. Then his face grew pale and his smile faded. He looked up at the doctor and asked with a trembling voice, "Will I start to die right away?". Being young, the little boy had misunderstood the doctor; he thought he was going to have to give his sister all of his blood in order to save her. Now you have 2 choices: 1. Delete this email, or 2. Forward it to people you care about. I hope that you will choose No. 2 and remember, "Work like you don't need the money, love like you've never been hurt, and dance like you do when nobody's watching." NOW more than ever - Peace... May God bless you. Pass It On... JP
April 14	Susan Sarandon
Leah is a well-spoken, intelligent, woman with a lot of knowledge on what's going on around her. Obviously people such as yourself (and probably your friend Keith from Tiverton) are simply just not used to listening to people with those qualities. Leah has strong opinions and the guts to verbalize them... obviously that scares people like yourself! P.S. I hear the airlines are running sales on one way tickets to France...you might want to look into that.
April 14	Susan Sarandon
Dear Former Marine: It's obvious from your words that although you say you are a "former" Marine you still possess the intelligence, strength and pride that was required to make you one in the first place! Semper Fi!
April 14	Susan Sarandon
Recently while out the country (I think perhaps the Cannes Film Festival?) Susan Sarandon commented that she was embarrassed to be an American. I wanted to say that I agree. I'm embarrassed that SHE is an American too!
April 14	question
AFTER LISTENING TO ALL THE PEOPLE WHO ARE LOOKING FOR THE SMOKING GUN. THIS QUESTION YOU MIGHT WANT TO PUT TO YOUR LISTENERS. KNOWNING WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT SADAM AND HEARING THAT WEAPONS WERE FOUND IN SCHOOLS AND HOSPITALS KNOWING WELL THAT WE WOULD NOT BOMB THOSE TYPES OF BUILDINGS WHAT DO THEY THINK THE POSSIBLITIES ARE THAT HIS NETWORK OF TUNNELS GO BENEATH THE SCHOOLS AND HOSPITALS AND I'LL BET THATS WERE YOU WILL FIND WEAPONS. AND I WOULD BE INTERESTED TO HEAR THE NON BELIEVERS SAYING A MAN OF HIS KIND WOULD NOT HIDE WEAPONS UNDER THOSE BUILDINGS I'LL BE LISTENING. DAVID, CRANSTON
April 14	Thursday's show
Hi John, I am a first time e-mailer. I am actually writing under my husband's sign-on. For some reason my sign-on is not being recognized. I had to write you regarding Thursday's show when you touched on the subject of the Marine placing the American flag on Saddam's face. I could not believe how the media made such a big deal about this incident. To me it looked like "In your face Saddam." He immediately removed the flag after he "washed" Saddam's face. I was at work listening on my headset, which we are allowed to do, when I heard the subject come up. I was so happy to hear not only you speak about it, but your callers were great regarding this Marine. HE DID NOTHING WRONG. I only wished I could have called at that point, but being at work, I knew I couldn't. I'm just glad that we can wear headsets, when the timing is right, and I can listen to your show. That really made my day. I was so tired of the bad publicity this Marine received. If the media can do better, let them go on the front line. I think your show is really great. You are providing great coverage of the war. You also provided great coverage of Plunder Dome, and unfortunately the Station fire. Keep up the great job. Also, I realize you are very busy and you do not have to respond to this message. I just felt I had to write to voice my opinion. Maryann Warwick
April 14	MEDIA COVERAGE ON JESSICA LYNCH
Hi John: I listen to your talk show almost every day since 9/11 happened. My concern at this time is regarding the media coverage on 19 yr. old Jessica Lynch. I know this dear girl has been thru allot but I feel the media is giving a bit too much coverage on her alone while she is not the only soldier out there in Iraq. How do you think some of the families of other fighting soldiers must feel to hear this day in and day out about Jessica. I do not have any family members out there but I do know that if I did I would feel hurt at all the coverage this "one" soldier is getting. They are all risking their lives out their to free Iraq. It was Not just Jessica. I thought this might be a topic to discuss one day on your program. Thank you for taking the time to read this email. I think you have a great show. Have a good day. Jeanie North Kingstown
April 14	They just keep on moving the goal posts
Saw your little go round with Arlene on Channel 12 on Friday. All I can say is where is it written that we have to find all (or any) of the wmd by the first three weeks of the war? Keep the faith, John. Sandy in Prov.
back | next

 

– return to top –