TheNiche Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Although I agree with you that many Americans hate, it's still my belief that "hating" is Un-American. What is "American"? Hate is an aspect of American culture. So is love. Family values are an aspect of American culture. So is pedophilia. Sucks to admit it, but it happens. (Is it unAmerican to say so? :shrug:) Warmongering is an aspect of American culture. So is war protesting. Voluntarily joining the military is an aspect of American culture. So is fleeing to Canada during a draft...or just because someone is fed up with things. Religion is an aspect of American culture. So is a rabid adherence to principles of the separation of church and state, and oftentimes the two notions aren't even mutually exclusive. Secularism is also an aspect of American culture. Inflammatory partisan political rhetoric MOST CERTAINLY is an aspect of American culture. And if you think that Rush Limbaugh has some kind of monopoly on it or was the first person to ever get large numbers of people to listen to his political rants, you're crazy. There are all kinds of crazy-ass radio personalities that *some* of their listeners take seriously. And actually the activity predates radio. Baseless propaganda can be traced back to before the revolution. Blind intolerance and even the uninformed persecution of other people such as that are different from or that disagree with you is an aspect of American culture. ...and so is the attitude that disagreements are not conflicts between people who should be hated, shunned, or persecuted, but conflicts between ideas that ought to be reasoned, argued, and even compromised upon at times. ^And this last comparison is also a knock at someone who would fly a gay flag (which I always have had to be careful about not having on the screen if I'm HAIFing at work, btw), an affront to those that might hate and persecute you. And yet you are all too willing to turn around and hate on others, making it personal, exhibiting no apparent tolerance of them as individuals. I'm not religious, but my take is a spin on an old Christian adage: If you're going to hate on something, hate the thought and not the thinker. Also, it helps to be able to express why you hate the idea (in more than just vapid platitudes). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westguy76 Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Benjamin Linus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pineda Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 I view Rush Limbaugh as an entertainer, not a person I look to for news. Just as others view Keith Olbermann. They're both interesting characters, and I'm sure they ham it up to get ratings, but I wouldn't take either of them seriously.My question is this: If Rush is filled with hate and therefore behaving in an un-American fashion, what would you say about the latest youtube clip of Jay-Z on the night of Obama's election? Is he filled with hate and therefore by your definition un-American also? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Latest additions to the list... Rosey O'donnell Roseanne Barr Arnold (the wusy husband) Pippi Longstocking Mork & Mindy The WHOLE cast of Happy Days (pathetic Cunningham clan) yes, Fonzie too! Leprechans That lizard from Geico commerials Ben Stiller Newer cast from SNL that later become obnoxious film stars. All baseball players that denied taking steroids (you know who you are) Gansta wannabes that try to make Houston like LA or NYC Sister Betrille Gilligan (for continously screwing up all attempts to rescue the rest of the gang John Lydon of PIL Sandy Duncan Paulie Shore Bono Ok I be tired y'all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montrose1100 Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 You're watching it wrong. Here's the right way: spend the night at a rave, mix real acid with real ecstasy, drink plenty of water, come home at 6am, and watch the Teletubbies while listening to Harold Budd. They aren't creepy; they're transformative.No sir, Mr. Water is not you friend when on ecstasy. Infact, any liquid is bad. Drink too much, and you'll die. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BryanS Posted January 22, 2009 Share Posted January 22, 2009 Latest additions to the list...Rosey O'donnell ...just so wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Here are more... Howey Mandell Michael Keaton Brenda from 90210 (there was a website dedicated solely to hating her) Ha Tori Spelling George Lopez Howard The Duck William Shatner (should have stayed on the Starship Enterprise) Charlie Sheen (wake up your not 18 anymore) Emilio Estevez Grace Under Fire woman/person Olson Twins Drew Barrymore Ford Fairlane (jerk/dude) Wayne Newton Beach Boys This is getting fun people! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
memebag Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 No sir, Mr. Water is not you friend when on ecstasy. Infact, any liquid is bad. Drink too much, and you'll die.Water is always your friend. You should never drink too much of it, but always drink enough. MDMA doesn't change that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HtownWxBoy Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 I view Rush Limbaugh as an entertainer, not a person I look to for news. Just as others view Keith Olbermann. They're both interesting characters, and I'm sure they ham it up to get ratings, but I wouldn't take either of them seriously.My question is this: If Rush is filled with hate and therefore behaving in an un-American fashion, what would you say about the latest youtube clip of Jay-Z on the night of Obama's election? Is he filled with hate and therefore by your definition un-American also? yes ha ha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 worthy of mention: Ashton Crotcher OJ (throat slasher) Simpson Pink Duece Bigelow (actor) John Bobbitt Scott Peterson Joey Buttafuco That loud jerk from Home Makover Simon Whoopee Cushion Most has-been celebs that do info-mmercials Thank heaven for remote controls! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moni Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 worthy of mention:Ashton Crotcher OJ (throat slasher) Simpson Pink Duece Bigelow (actor) John Bobbitt Scott Peterson Joey Buttafuco That loud jerk from Home Makover Simon Whoopee Cushion Most has-been celebs that do info-mmercials Thank heaven for remote controls! Exactly, I can't think of anyone that I actually hate, that takes a lot of energy. How about using that remote to change channels. I personally am very selective about my tv and movie viewing so I don't watch people that I find distasteful. I cannot imagine thinking about all the people who I have met or heard of that I do not enjoy engaging. Think positive please. We have no need to hate anyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronTiger Posted January 29, 2009 Share Posted January 29, 2009 Hmm...News Media:Katie CouricAny regulars on CNNPoliticians:John EdwardsAl GoreAny socialistic goonOther:OJ Simpson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREASER Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 I didnt read all responses, but for me its the Shamwow guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan the Man Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 Anyone remember this guy? I found him irritating, even more so after I bought a dell laptop and the motherboard cooked itself within a few months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crunchtastic Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 ^^ Dell Dude had one of the most lucrative ad contracts in the business. I'm glad he hasn't re-surfaced. So annoying.After replacing the hard drive 2 years ago, I am, shockingly, on year 6 of a Dell laptop. I really expected far less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedScare Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 I didnt read all responses, but for me its the Shamwow guy.Whoa! I LOVE Sham-Wow guy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20thStDad Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 Whoa! I LOVE Sham-Wow guy!I agree. I have been so close to buying me some sham-wow lots of times. Back to hate, I hate everyone who uses a public restroom and somehow manages to piss on the floor, wall, anywhere but the toilet. Judging by some roadside stops I've had to make, it must be everyone except for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
memebag Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 I have very little hate for people. It's really all saved for The Eagles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houstonmacbro Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 I agree. I have been so close to buying me some sham-wow lots of times. Back to hate, I hate everyone who uses a public restroom and somehow manages to piss on the floor, wall, anywhere but the toilet. Judging by some roadside stops I've had to make, it must be everyone except for me.And for that very reason, I HATE sitting on public toilets on the rare occasion I can't wait until I am home to do #2! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted January 30, 2009 Share Posted January 30, 2009 As noted my selections are mostly irritating people that media/paparrazzi has run into the ground. I don't hate any one honest. Two more to add: The woman in the commercial of the 2 angels sitting around up in the clouds. The blue eyed on is very unusual and strange the way she lusts after the somewhat unsuspecting blond angel. Just creepy. The two goonish guys in the Sonic commercials, they are funny but whats the deal there. That red hair-dyed woman in The Room Store commercials. Way too perky and annoying. Too much bright color. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronTiger Posted January 31, 2009 Share Posted January 31, 2009 Oh, oh, here's another!MR. SIX of Six Flags fame. Unfortunately, he couldn't save AstroWorld... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiritinthesky Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Paris Hilton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff8201 Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Mine are generalities.. no one specific...Ghetto-ass people (of all races) because of how they act in public, and treat other peoples property.Parents with undisciplined, annoying and spoiled children. Although it's the kids that annoy me initially, its not their fault, and therefore its the parents that end up annoy me and that I blame.Other motorists... namely those who change lanes without signaling / obsessive lane changers / people who poorly plan their drive and have to stop, drive extra slow, or lane change across 4 freeway lanes at the last minute / everyone on a cell phone either talking and especially texting (I just named myself on that one, my resolution is to stop it) / people not paying attention for whatever reason / coinciding with the last one, people that refuse to let you over a lane for no good reason / people who do bad park jobs / anyone with the audacity to drive without insurance / SUVs in general, but really just those driven by one person whom doesn't need seating for 8, that just wants to be a road hog / HID lights! Yea, these are nice when you're driving on a pitch black country road, but when you're in the city, they just blind other drivers / noisy vehicles... I'm all for sport exhausts, but there's a limit being crossed from performance to just trying to have the loudest vehicle on the road / If anyone can name more, go for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20thStDad Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 Ooh, I thought of the answer to this thread.All sex offenders. Find the pieces of near you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BryanS Posted February 1, 2009 Share Posted February 1, 2009 I have very little hate for people. It's really all saved for The Eagles.These kind of eagles?I would agree. It hurts. It hurts. God, turn it off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb320 Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I'm really not a hater, but the Houston Garden Centers lady really gets on my last nerve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 I'm really not a hater, but the Houston Garden Centers lady really gets on my last nerve.Likewise, I don't hate her, but the Auto Insurance Discounters lady is really annoying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedScare Posted February 2, 2009 Share Posted February 2, 2009 Likewise, I don't hate her, but the Auto Insurance Discounters lady is really annoying.Maybe they are related. They certainly look, sound and act alike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo58 Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 Tom CruiseCorky Romano (pathetic actor)J KimmelSandra BernhardHillary Clinton (Was Ok at first but becoming very annoying for still supporting that loser) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb320 Posted February 3, 2009 Share Posted February 3, 2009 Likewise, I don't hate her, but the Auto Insurance Discounters lady is really annoying. She doesn't bother me so much since she got a make-over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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