Kucinich To Oppose September 11 Resolution, Says It Is Incomplete

[patrioticintellect]

Source: Kucinich.House.Gov

Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-OH) released the following statement in opposition to today’s September 11 resolution:

“I honor the memory of those who died on September 11 and extend sympathies to their family members and to those who lost their lives trying to save lives,” Kucinich said.

“I support the troops. I believe the best way to honor the memory of those who died on September 11 is to tell the truth of what the Administration did in the wake of September 11. The Bush Administration launched a war against Iraq, conflating the true tragedy of September 11 with lies about weapons of mass destruction.

“On this, the sixth anniversary of September 11, it is important that Congress wake up to the truth and exercise its obligation under the Constitution to save our nation from being destroyed from the lies that took us into Iraq, the lies that keep us there, the lies that are being used to set the stage for war against Iran and the lies that have undermined our basic civil liberties here at home. The September 11 resolution that Congress considers today should have made reference to those matters. It does not, so I cannot support it.

“This Administration long ago politicized the September 11 attacks, distorted it and dishonored it. If Congress really wanted to honor the memory of those who died on September 11, we would cause the full truth to be told to the American people. If Congress really supported our troops we would bring them home and not provide more funding for the war.

Read more: http://kucinich.house.gov/News/DocumentSingle.aspx?DocumentID=73486

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"If Congress really wanted to honor the memory of those who died on September 11, we would cause the full truth to be told to the American people."

Thank you for that, Dennis. You have shown guts that few men in Congress have. Your words will not fall on deaf ears as long as I am live.

I'm going to invoke 9/11 here in the same heartless, shameless way that our current government has been doing for the past six years. Except, what I am about to say makes sense---logical sense.

In memory of those who died on 9/11, vote Dennis Kucinich in the Democratic Primary in 2008. Do what it takes to get him on your ballot in your district and vote for him. He will ensure that the victims of 9/11 have not or will not have died in vain.

[sakabatou]

1. This is why i love Dennis

[salib]

2. What more can be said than what Dennis Kucinich has already said?

No matter what anyone says about Kucinich, he MUST have a voice, and he makes it his personal responsibility to speak out and endeavor to truly improve things for as many of us as he can. A true American. A true Democrat (and democrat).

[bjobotts]

3. You said it. He's the best. The other candidates find he's already been there and done that.

I waited, looking for the candidate that answered all the issues right, voted right, had the best plans and was dedicated and committed to "the people" and Kucinich exceeds my expectations. He's the best candidate by far. The others don't compare. Kucinich/Edwards '08...the truth ticket. If people would only hear him and take a good look rather than just dismiss him based on some stupid "electability" lie, they would see he is the best candidate.

Kucinich/Edwards '08...the truth ticket...make it happen

[patrioticintellect]

20. Thanks for making him the President

And not the vice president. Let's not forget. Dennis' wisdom may have for us another way better man we know nothing about.

[caseycoon]

24. EXACTLY! n/t

[Cha]

39. Just what I was thinking..l'm

damn glad he's running for Prez.

Sometimes he seems to be one of the only ones awake in Congress and The Senate.

[peacetalksforall]

61. I don't think it can be said more succinctly. The truth hurts and

the other candidates can't face the truth.

Except Gore and Feingold, if Feingold lives up to the lone Senate stand he took on the Patriot Act.

Why do we have so many leaders who are allowing us to be killed, maimed, and robbed?

I thank all in the House who have stood up with Kucinich and for themselves in the honorable stands they have taken.

It takes guts to be a leader.

[pinto]

4. 'This Administration long ago politicized the September 11 attacks, distorted it and dishonored it.'

Well said, Rep. Kucinich.

[orleans]

5. well said. and true. n/t

[OnyxCollie]

6. K&R nt

[IndianaGreen]

8. K&R

He was my choice in 2004 and he is my choice today.

[OnyxCollie]

27. Same here.

The only candidate capable of fixing the mess we're in and the only one willing to do so.

[BigDDem]

58. And it'll be the same results as 2004

[StarryNite]

64. Me too!

He was, and still is my choice!

[JDPriestly]

7. Kucinich equals courage.

I'm an Edwards supporter, but I must say "Hats off" to Kucinich.

[patrioticintellect]

18. And what's stopping you...

...from voting for Dennis?

[JDPriestly]

43. I like Edwards better.

It is a really tough primary. I like several of the candidates. I just personally think Edwards has his act together, makes the best presentation, etc. But, I would vote for any of them (even Hillary though she is far from my first choice) in the presidential election. They are all qualified. They all have good ideas. Kucinich is great.

[patrioticintellect]

65. Edwards does have his act together

He IS an act. He is one giant political act. And he's hoping Americans are entertained enough by it to not realize he is putting on a show.

[tomp]

25. and what's stopping you? nt

[Plucketeer]

40. Concurrance

I'm with you. I'm not saying Kucinich couldn't be in the top seat, but he COULD BE maybe even MORE effective in the VP seat. Doing his thing, but a bit "under the radar" so to speak.

:kick:

[Oldenuff]

9. Thank you Dennis!

He speaks the truth..and the truth is an exceedingly rare commodity in Washington.

[dickbearton]

62. Exactly, K&R.

[puebloknot]

10. Lies, and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them .... are shamed by an honest man:

Dennis Kucinich, and no other on The Hill!

[deacon]

11. this guy should be president, or vice president. n/t

[Vinca]

12. Dennis is a true patriot. He's got my vote. nt

[sandyj999]

13. He Has Mine Also. n/t

[reggie the dog]

14. I hope

I hope this is the candidate that gets the nomination from the Democratic party.

[Le Taz Hot]

15. K & R

for the only real Democrat running for the nomination.

[0007]

16. Dennis Kucinich is the only person I could vote for. The rest of the

field is a bunch of pussies that are out for self gain.

[groovedaddy]

17. It inspires me with hope that someone in Congress is willing to

stand up and tell the truth.
Kucinich is someone I would absolutely trust in the WhiteHouse.

[patrioticintellect]

19. To anyone who reads this and praises Dennis Kucinich...

...What's stopping you from voting for him?

[mdelaguna2000]

29. Nothing :>

[salib]

37. Nothing. Also, nothing has stopped me from contributing and volunteering

Let's make this primary about liberal and progressive issues.

[LWolf]

21. Dennis Kucinich is the walking, talking, working, ideal

of what the Democratic Party should be about, and of what I want to see from all Democrats who hold office.

He is the leader I want. I would have been thrilled, and relieved, if he'd been made Speaker instead of Pelosi. What would be "on the table" then?

I'd be overjoyed, energized, and enthusiastic with him in the WH. What kind of a nation could we create under his leadership, with the ideals he holds us to?

[valerief]

22. Wow, imagine if this guy was actually president. Well, I'm too

cynical to hope for that. The powers that be would never allow it. Too bad.

[Why Syzygy]

23. He is the only one

running that I can, with a clear conscious, lend my support.

[abq e streeter]

26. Once again,

I feel humbled in the presence of such honesty, bravery and integrity. Thank you, Mr. Kucinich.

[lonestarnot]

28. Dennis! Your messages are being suppressed or you would be our next president!

[Rosa Luxemburg]

30. families also want to know why Osama Bin Ladin hasn't been found

I think Dems have basically been too wimpish on 9/11. Kucinich and Dayton have been the only ones concerned for the families of the victims.

[Sander]

31. Will we again allow the media to select our nominee?

Why does the media keep announcing that Dennis stands no real chance for the nomination? He is the only candidate that speaks the truth. He is the only candidate who shows real leadership.

However the media has decided he is not worthy of their honest reporting. Instead they give us their pre-cleared and pre-packaged OPINIONS disguised as journalism. There is no real reporting today. Only reporting of manufactured opinions and polls.

The same is true on the Republican side. The media has not only ignored Ron Paul's candidacy, they have actively suppressed what is turning out to be his overwhelming debate victories over the rest of the Republican war-mongering, tax-and-borrow, anti-gay, anti-abortion, anti-government rubber-stamp wannabes.

IMO, the only deserving contest for the presidency would be Dennis Kucinich vs. Ron Paul.

[L. Coyote]

32. K & R & Impeach them both! Liars. Liars. Liars

[clixtox]

33. I am proud to be supporting only DK!

Dennis Kucinich shames the other potential nominees with his honesty, integrity and principles.

They should all drop out and throw their support to Kucinich.

They would quit if they were really interested in doing what is correct instead of doing whatever sleazy chores their corporate masters have dictated that they perform.

The others are all bought and pre-paid for.

They won't represent the poor, women, minorities or working people no matter what they say now, none of them!

[DemKR]

34. Our next president!!!!

[Desertrose]

35. Now is the time to support Dennis!

In whatever ways we can.

I like to imagine what it would be like to have someone like Dennis as president....damn, that feels really good!!:)

DR

Thank you, Dennis for speaking up when others stay quiet.

[kenfrequed]

36. It is a pity

That the mainstream media doesn't cover his speeches very well.

[Seabiscuit]

38. DK is a man of rare integrity. If he doesn't go to the WH, we still need him in Congress.

[Iwillnevergiveup]

41. KUCINICH - consistently on the money

He's always asked the question, "Are we safer now than we were before 9/ll?"

Poll up at ktar.com in red, red Phoenix asking the same question. Let's back up Dennis and hit it.

Are we safer now than we were then?

Yes 170 (40%)

No 252 (60%)
:headbang:

[DutchLiberal]

42. Forgive me if I sound ignorant, but what is this 'September 11 resolution'?

[CottonBear]

51. Here are some links and information for you:

http://onedayspay.org/media/King_Resolution.pdf (Legislation introduced by a Republican congressman)
http://www.commondreams.org/news2007/0910-10.htm
http://thomas.loc.gov/home/terrorleg.htm

This report is from the right wing, Bush supporting, Rupert Murdoch owned Fox News (we call it Faux News) so take it with a grain of salt (i.e. it's not an objective work of journalism) but it explains the vote for a resolution to commemorate 9-11:
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296430,00.html

Rep. Dennis Kucinich Stands Alone Opposed to Sept. 11 Commemoration Resolution
Tuesday, September 11, 2007

E-MAIL STORY RESPOND TO EDITOR PRINTER FRIENDLY VERSION
WASHINGTON — Rep. Dennis Kucinich, Democratic presidential candidate and no stranger to contrarian views, was the sole congressman Tuesday to vote against the House's Sept. 11 commemoration resolution.

Tuesday's nonbinding resolution was a relatively short document. It had 12 "whereas" clauses — stating things like what happened the day of the terrorist attacks, who was affected and how terrorists have been targeted since then — and six resolution paragraphs establishing Sept. 11 as a day of remembrance, extending sympathies to families of victims who died and honoring those who have fought in Afghanistan and Iraq.

"It is important that Congress wake up to the truth and exercise its obligation under the Constitution to save our nation from being destroyed from the lies that took us into Iraq, the lies that keep us there, the lies that are being used to set the stage for war against Iran and the lies that have undermined our basic civil liberties here at home," Kucinich said in a statement.

"The September 11 resolution that Congress considers today should have made reference to those matters. It does not, so I cannot support it," Kucinich said, also calling for a halt for further war funding and the troops to be brought home.

He was outvoted 334-1. Ninety-eight members weren't present; for the most part, they were either attending Sept. 11 commemorations or the out-of-town memorial service for Ohio Rep. Paul Gillmor, or they had departed town early for the Jewish holidays.

more...
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296430,00.html

Hello DutchLiberal!
I've been to your lovely country! I very much enjoyed my time there. :hi:
Welcome to DU! :)
CB

[DutchLiberal]

52. Don't get me started on Faux Noise! I know all about it! It's good entertainment, though.

Thank you for the warm welcome. I've been a member for a few months, but I took a break recently. (I liked to discuss politics, but eventually got tired of all 'primary-threads', in which a Dutchman really has no place anyway.)

Thanks also for the links. I try to keep up with American politics, but I miss important things every now and then.

[bamacrat]

44. What a president.

Logical, intelligent, looks out for Americans.

[Megahurtz]

45. Go Kucinich!

:applause:

[ooglymoogly]

46. REC. for the only vertibrate in congress and the only vertibrate

running for Prez. AND THE ONLY ONE WHO HAS MY SUPPORT THROUGH THE PRIMARIES AND HOPEFULLY TO THE END.

[Kurovski]

47. Damn, he's good.

K&R

[Bryn]

48. Hello President Kucinich

:applause:

[patrioticintellect]

70. ^---President Kucinich !

:yourock:

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[Baby Snooks]

50. Saying what the Speaker should have said...

It is amazing how his words seem to reflect the feelings of the American people while Pelosi's words seem to reflect the feelings of the White House. You have to ask whose interest is really served by Pelosi. It doesn't seem to be the interest of the American people.

[arikara]

53. K&R

Bravo Dennis, the ONLY one who isn't owned by corporate interests. The ONLY one who speaks for the people, and the ONLY one who will put an end to the incessant warring.

:applause:

[Gravel2008]

57. And the ONLY one who voted against it, it turns out!

Bless him! :)

[ronnie624]

72. It should be a no brainer.

But if Kucinich starts to get too much attention, the corporate media will simply pull coverage of his campaign, just as they did in 2004, despite the fact that he always trounced his opponents in the debates, and always got the biggest positive response from the audience.

The owners of the so called MSM (ie: 'defense' contractors and high technology corporations that make vast fortunes on the government's war policies) do not want Kucinich's message to be widely disseminated. It could mean an end to their taxpayer subsidized gravy train.

Here is an interesting item on the press coverage of the 2004 Kucinich campaign:

<http://www.fair.org/index.php?page=1597>

I will vote for no one but Kucinich. I refuse to lend my support to perpetuating the corruption of my government.

[0007]

54. Nice photo

The man

[NoSheep]

63. Looks presidential to me!

[liberalsoldier5]

55. Alright, I'll go ahead and say it:

This is why I will NEVER vote for Dennis Kucinich, why most Democrats will never vote for the guy, and why most Americans reject/dismiss him.

Does this make me a blue-dog/DLC-sypmathizing/Clintonite? If it does, I'm FINE with that. And I know I'm not alone on this site.

I prefer the official party dedication FAR more than anything else:

"On the sixth anniversary of September 11, we honor those who were killed in those tragic attacks, the family and friends who still grieve their loss, and the survivors who continue to suffer. On that day, our country and our world changed forever. Today, Democrats also renew our commitment to fighting the real war on terror. Six years after the attacks, we are not as safe as we should be. We remain committed to fighting al Qaeda where they are and implementing policies that make our country safer and more secure." - Howard Dean, www.DNC.org

[MelissaB]

56. I don't understand why you say, "This is why I will NEVER vote for Dennis Kucinich."

Would you give a couple of details?

[kenfrequed]

60. I agree

It is best to say the safest possible words and quibble and waver as much as humanly possible while my friends and family die fighting in Iraq.

Let us not say anything about how this terrorist event has been so evily manipulated and misused by the greatest collection of rouges and war profiteers this century (I hope).

Let us not speak of how they have swiss cheesed our infrastructure while passing out large cronyist prizes to their donors.

And most of all let us not talk about how beyond the smoke of the falling towers, the terrorists have won. They have made us a nation that votes its fears before its dreams, a nation that is trying to inflict upon itself holy law, and a nation that has surrendered so many of the freedoms that are long a legacy of western democratic principle.

[ronnie624]

74. You say:

This is why I will NEVER vote for Dennis Kucinich, why most Democrats will never vote for the guy, and why most Americans reject/dismiss him.

And then, you provide no reasons what so ever.

Strange but typical of those who bash Dennis Kucinich. His detractors have literally nothing to grasp for.

His positions are rock solid and they resonate very well with the general public when they are allowed to hear them.

[BigDDem]

59. 2% love you Dennis!

The others would but your "messages are being suppressed."
Right.

[druidity33]

66. ppppffffffttttttt!!!!!! nt

[frylock]

69. go take a shit somewhere else

[DemBones DemBones]

67. Dennis Kucinich: the best Democratic candidate.

Those who are working hard to shove Hillary Clinton down our throats are going to bring about another Republican presidency.

[patrioticintellect]

75. Very true.

[NancyBreen]

68. Dennis will spend 3 hours answering questions on 9/12

on the Ed Schultz show on Air America. It should be very informative because Ed doesn't screen calls and he will get to hear from left and right. I'm sure he will handle himself presidentially.

[librarycard]

73. CALL KUCINICH'S OFFICE AND THANK HIM

It's amazing so many on this thread think he did a great job, yet nobody called him?? Speaking from personal experience what with all the jingoistic propaganda I have to put up with/take a stand against on the job, I was elated to read about his vote.

I phoned Dennis' office immediately and was told I was the first one today to THANK Kucinich!

For godssake, ya'll, call him!!