Harris poll: Obama replaces Jesus as Americans’ new number one hero
posted at 2:30 pm on February 20, 2009 by Allahpundit
Don’t go crazy. It’s not really a ranking, just a list in order of the most frequent replies when people were asked to name a hero. Dubya’s ahead of God, for pete’s sake.
Besides, The One’s magical powers are at least arguably as impressive as Christ’s. Can Jesus make $800 billion appear out of thin air?
The correct choice, of course, is Lincoln, but I suspect there are just enough southerners still holding a grudge 150 years later to forever keep him from his rightful place. Follow the link (note: PDF) for more data; you’ll get a kick out of seeing who’s fallen the farthest since 2001. Exit question one: Any reason to think the top of the list would be different in Canada? Exit question two: Oprah’s ahead of Patton? What?
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crazylegs on February 20, 2009 at 3:05 PM
technopeasant on February 20, 2009 at 3:12 PM
Allah no mention of Clapton, The Beatles or Elvis? I’m sorry I can’t take this poll seriously.
Dr Evil on February 20, 2009 at 3:12 PM
No prob.
crazy_legs on February 20, 2009 at 3:15 PM
I agree! No James T. Kirk or Spock either. Has to be rigged!
crazy_legs on February 20, 2009 at 3:17 PM
Don’t have HBO, thus, bought and watched the Adams series, recently, and cried a lot. Now, those were real men, with real challenges.
Today’s dude is the pontificator in chief, playing loose with our money, ruining our country, and the world. The blind are singing kumbaya.
Obamaya, my Lord, obamaya
Obamaya, my Lord, obamaya
Obamaya, my Lord, obamaya
O Lord, obamaya
Entelechy on February 20, 2009 at 3:17 PM
HEY NOW…ohhh wait….you are probably right….MN is the land of 10,000 Liberal Loons…not lakes….*packs bags and heads south*
alexraye on February 20, 2009 at 3:19 PM
The states’ rights issue has another complication. Just before the war, it was the North that championed the idea, when it resisted efforts of the Fed. Gov’t to compel N. states to capture escaped slaves and return them. In some cases, slaves taken into non-slave states were declared free. Southern states looked upon this as an example of the Fed Gov’t not ensuring private property rights between states, and not living up to the requirements of the Constitution,as they saw it. The northern states refused to cooperate, citing State’s rights.
Only later I think did the South adopt the philosophy so much more strongly.
JiangxiDad on February 20, 2009 at 3:19 PM
What’s the difference between Jesus and Obama?
Jesus could assemble a cabinet.
Jim Treacher on February 20, 2009 at 3:19 PM
What kind of mentally challenged person would name McCain? (Seems like I just answered my own question).
The Dean on February 20, 2009 at 3:20 PM
No Michael Phelps, either.
My collie says:
I’m sure Lance Armstrong is at the top of their list.
CyberCipher on February 20, 2009 at 3:21 PM
Treacher FTW!
Christien on February 20, 2009 at 3:22 PM
Harumph. Cheater headline and a phoney poll to boot.
anniekc on February 20, 2009 at 3:22 PM
Can Obama make $2 trillion disappear into thin air?
Yes He can.
garry on February 20, 2009 at 3:22 PM
Jesus could assemble a cabinet.
Jim Treacher on Feb 20,2009 at 3:19PM.
Jim Treacher:Jim that was brilliant,a political,and
wood cabinet!haha:)
canopfor on February 20, 2009 at 3:23 PM
OMG LMAO!!!!
HAHAHHAAAAA
F A C T
alexraye on February 20, 2009 at 3:23 PM
I can tell you who should be the greatest American hero (s) in the last 100 years: Paul Tibbetts who led the crew who dropped the atomic bomb on Japan and saved the lives of an estimated one million soldiers who would have been assigned the task of invading the Japanese mainland and for also bringing ineffable comfort to their families as well.
technopeasant on February 20, 2009 at 3:23 PM
I believe it won’t be long when the REAL Christ straightens this all out!
Christian Conservative on February 20, 2009 at 3:24 PM
Not only do I tip my hat, I bow to you, sir.
MadisonConservative on February 20, 2009 at 3:25 PM
That’s no real feat considering more than 90 per cent of the people in this country could be tagged with one of those three labels.
Sign of the Dollar on February 20, 2009 at 3:25 PM
Heh, one can only hope Rosie is wearing a skirt and no panties when Barry looks up, to which he’ll yell “my God what the hell is that?!?!” and goes instantly blind. Now if after going blind he cures himself then I’ll believe he’s “THE ONE” until then he’s still a nobody silver tongued empty suit!
Liberty or Death on February 20, 2009 at 3:25 PM
They were probably thinking of his military service.
zmdavid on February 20, 2009 at 3:26 PM
Treacher, please get up earlier in the morning. The threads miss you, and are enriched by your visits (I don’t care what the liberals will say).
Of course, as is, the night threads are richer.
And the collie didn’t even say this…
canopfor, you’re welcome. Great story about your grandparents.
Entelechy on February 20, 2009 at 3:28 PM
Shades of Iowahawk, that was pure genius.
How about THIS one?
What’s the difference between Jesus and Obama?
My collie says:
CyberCipher on February 20, 2009 at 3:28 PM
I see you are working that in where you can – and I’m glad. That is too funny.
kybowexar on February 20, 2009 at 3:29 PM
Too ecclesiastical. Fail.
MadisonConservative on February 20, 2009 at 3:29 PM
It is a great joke. I hope Rush uses it tomorrow.
Go Treacher.
JiangxiDad on February 20, 2009 at 3:30 PM
Treacher, that was effing brilliant, man. BRILLIANT!!
crazy_legs on February 20, 2009 at 3:31 PM
Jesus built houses, Obama destroys them.
Entelechy on February 20, 2009 at 3:32 PM
There you go again …using those college words on my poor dog.
CyberCipher on February 20, 2009 at 3:33 PM
Laughter is the best medicine. Treacher for HHS!
Christien on February 20, 2009 at 3:34 PM
not in my house he doesn’t!!!!
Ghoul aid on February 20, 2009 at 3:34 PM
Jesus threw the moneychangers out from the temple.
Obama allowed them (Fannie Mae and Freddy Mac) to stay in the temple to fleece their customers under the guise of doing God’s work according to the ‘social gospel’.
technopeasant on February 20, 2009 at 3:34 PM
While his head is to the side, I’ll try another couple of words for him:
Beggin’ Strips
My dog now.
MadisonConservative on February 20, 2009 at 3:35 PM
Jesus sacrificed for you, Obama makes you sacrifice for him.
Entelechy on February 20, 2009 at 3:36 PM
Because she gets more publicity than Patton. Then there was that slapping incident…
RMCS_USN on February 20, 2009 at 3:37 PM
You got all of that one. I am using that joke, with credit given.
WashJeff on February 20, 2009 at 3:38 PM
Let’s keep all these comparisons going. Christ deserves all the love we can give him and Obama deserves …
technopeasant on February 20, 2009 at 3:39 PM
Jesus came to earth to save the world and its inhabitants; with Obama, we of this world, need to be saved from him.
technopeasant on February 20, 2009 at 3:41 PM
Our Obama,Who art in White House,
Hallowed be thy name.
Thy billions come, I will get some,
In DC as it is in Chicago.
Give us this stimulus, our daily welfare,
and forgive us our undeclared taxes,
and FoxNews that uncovers us;
and lead us not to failure in 2012,
but deliver us to Socialism.
Amen.
IntheNet on February 20, 2009 at 3:41 PM
Or a teacher, pastor, hell even Spongebob didn’t make the grade!
RMCS_USN on February 20, 2009 at 3:42 PM
And the credit goes to
…from Treacher’s blog
May Andrew become a famous Koenig with this one!!!
Entelechy on February 20, 2009 at 3:43 PM
Jesus could walk on water; Obama wants to ‘drain the swamp’.
technopeasant on February 20, 2009 at 3:45 PM
While Obama is not on any list I would have of hero’s, I don’t consider God to be a “hero”.
The definition of hero (sandwich not withstanding) includes:
1. remarkably brave person: somebody who commits an act of remarkable bravery or who has shown an admirable quality such as great courage or strength of character
2. somebody admired: somebody who is admired for outstanding qualities or achievements
3. arts main character in fictional plot: the principal male character in a movie, novel, or play, especially one who plays a vital role in plot development or around whom the plot is structured
4. mythology man with superhuman powers: in classical mythology, a man, especially the son of a god and a mortal, who is famous for possessing some extraordinary gift such as superhuman strength
God does not fall under any of those definitions. Ronald Reagan does as do all the men and women who have bravely served our country in it’s 200+ years.
ihasurnominashun on February 20, 2009 at 3:47 PM
Jesus raised Lazurus from the dead; Obama wishes he could bury Rush Limbaugh.
technopeasant on February 20, 2009 at 3:48 PM
Jesus consorted with those dreaded tax collectors. Obama wants to distribute their proceeds.
technopeasant on February 20, 2009 at 3:52 PM
Jesus’ prescription was ‘repent or perish’; Obama’s prescription: submit to me or perish.
technopeasant on February 20, 2009 at 3:57 PM
Jesus’s followers paid their taxes to the Emperor.
My collie says:
CyberCipher on February 20, 2009 at 4:01 PM
Jesus healed the sick. Obama makes me sick
Erich66 on February 20, 2009 at 4:13 PM
It was states rights over tariffs imposed by the North that punished the South. That and legislation that continually left the South hurting. Not states rights over slavery. The South was being burdened with the debt of the North. Sound familiar? Now, electing an abolitionist from a new party President didn’t sit too well with the South. But their fear over Lincoln was the real threat of further bloodshed at the hands of abolitionist nuts and slave revolts like in Haiti. Here’s a dollar, go buy a clue.
chicagojedi on February 20, 2009 at 4:20 PM
What’s REALLY depressing is how politicians dominate the list! I hate that this country has come to think their well-being comes from Washington D.C.
jeanneb on February 20, 2009 at 4:21 PM
Amen sister. Why isn’t my dad on the list?
Erich66 on February 20, 2009 at 4:24 PM
I’m not so sure I’d be going here! I’m a Christian. My Jesus was the Creator of The Universe! He is also pictured in Daniel and Revelations as not having a sense of humor about this stuff! He is the Lion of Judah. When old Testament people met him…they fell to their knees unable to comprehend his Glory! I don’t think we should be trifling with such things…it doesn’t sound in keeping with the Lord of Lord and the God of God’s! The Host of Hosts. The Master of the Universe! The Holy of Holies!
sabbott on February 20, 2009 at 4:33 PM
I’m assuming this list only included public figures
TruUSA on February 20, 2009 at 4:46 PM
All I know is that President Obama and his pals in Congress are demanding that I shed my blood, sweat, and tears for their social experiments, while Jesus Christ shed his blood, sweat, and tears for me. There is absolutely no comparison. Thank you, Lord Jesus.
jimmy2shoes on February 20, 2009 at 4:48 PM
I would have expected Obama and David Cook to be in a tie.
neuquenguy on February 20, 2009 at 4:49 PM
HEHEH. Colin Powell fell from 3rd place to 16th.
BlameAmericaLast on February 20, 2009 at 4:54 PM
To the liberals, and quite a few morons from the right, there isn’t any.
Entelechy on February 20, 2009 at 4:59 PM
Yes there is one: Jesus’ believers are ignorant freaks; Obama’s believers are enlightened.
neuquenguy on February 20, 2009 at 5:06 PM
Nothing to add – but such an incredibly vacuous statement almost surely had to be repeated.
Much like you were undoubtedly repeating it yourself. (You can either take it to mean I think you were too smart to think that up and believe it yourself – or you are too ignorant to figure that out yourself. You decide.)
kybowexar on February 20, 2009 at 5:12 PM
You accidentally flipped those, right?
Jesus’ believers are enlightened; Obama’s believers are ignorant freaks.
BlameAmericaLast on February 20, 2009 at 5:14 PM
You know – I probably was too quick. Surely that had to be sarcasm.
I humbly apologize to you neuquenguy if that is the case.
kybowexar on February 20, 2009 at 5:17 PM
Umm… George Washington? Thomas Jefferson? You disappoint me AP. (and the jab at Southerners is untrue and unnecessary)
bigbeas on February 20, 2009 at 5:23 PM
With Obama ranking higher than jesus shouldn’t he step down due to a requirement of separation of church and state?
workingforpigs on February 20, 2009 at 5:27 PM
has anyone seen anything like this before? what’s going on?
TruUSA on February 20, 2009 at 5:30 PM
Dumb poll
Terrye on February 20, 2009 at 5:31 PM
Washington helped our country win the war against Britain. Lincoln reunited a divided country. Guess which is harder?
BlameAmericaLast on February 20, 2009 at 5:32 PM
It was sarcasm, but I don’t blame you, things are unbelievably upside down these days. Everything that was bad before Obama is now good, and viceversa.
neuquenguy on February 20, 2009 at 5:32 PM
Yeah, his name was Hitler.
BlameAmericaLast on February 20, 2009 at 5:33 PM
You are right. It has become harder and harder to detect sarcasm these days. =(
BlameAmericaLast on February 20, 2009 at 5:35 PM
I should know better. Every time a liberal opens his mouth these days I keep thinking that he has to be joking or being sarcastic, only to find out to my amazement the he was being serious. If I am going to impersonate a liberal I should expect people to take me seriously no matter how outrageous my statements are.
neuquenguy on February 20, 2009 at 5:46 PM
Let’s face it, anyone who would vote for “Oprah” doesn’t even know who Patton was. For that matter, probably don’t know who Washington, Jefferson, Adams or Lincoln were.
This nation used to pride itself on it’s schooling of the young. Not so much today. Everything being relative and all.
GarandFan on February 20, 2009 at 5:48 PM
Jesus changes hearts. Obama hearts change.
Not funny but still true:
Jesus had a plan. Obama is just winging it.
Jesus’following has grown with time Obama’s is declining.
KW64 on February 20, 2009 at 5:50 PM
Neurosis is indignant.
Entelechy on February 20, 2009 at 5:59 PM
neuquenguy, gnats, rats, mice, sheep, chicken, geese, rabbits are all indignant.
Entelechy on February 20, 2009 at 6:00 PM
Plankton and jellyfish are also indignant.
Entelechy on February 20, 2009 at 6:00 PM
He was joking, Entelechy.
BlameAmericaLast on February 20, 2009 at 6:07 PM
Man, I screwed up this thread ;(
neuquenguy on February 20, 2009 at 6:11 PM
Yeah, it’s all your fault! =P
BlameAmericaLast on February 20, 2009 at 6:34 PM
Yes, but I imagine he’d rather put that money to good use. You know, like helping the poor instead of political payback for getting him elected savior and all.
NTropy on February 20, 2009 at 7:11 PM
Wha’t the diff. between Jesus and Obama?
I believe Jesus.
livingfree on February 20, 2009 at 9:42 PM
If the apostles were Jesus’ Cabinet, so to speak, who will Obama’s Judas be?
IMHO, Hillary.
jgapinoy on February 20, 2009 at 10:31 PM
She already gave him the kiss.
jgapinoy on February 20, 2009 at 10:34 PM
Makes you people realize you’re in an increasingly-diminishing minority, doesn’t it?
I didn’t think so.
benny shakar on February 20, 2009 at 10:57 PM
Huh… sad. I must be getting old, because I assumed the number one answer would be either: “My Dad”, or “My Mother”.
Sackett on February 21, 2009 at 12:26 AM
You are a sad, little man. I could have sworn you got the Troll Ban and that was why I hadn’t seen you spew anything recently.
BlameAmericaLast on February 21, 2009 at 2:23 AM
Read the book “The Real Abraham Lincoln”. He hated and feared blacks (he used the so-called “n-word”). You may still love the guy, but he wasn’t a saint.
Squiggy on February 21, 2009 at 7:34 AM
Water into wine’s OK, but…
Ropera on February 21, 2009 at 8:35 AM
Awesome.
Grafted on February 21, 2009 at 1:47 PM
I am convinced that there are too many possible leaks for Obama to hire enough plumbers to keep things quiet for much longer. I think the first thing that will break is his use of an Indonesian passport which will prove his Indonesian citizenship as an adult. Next his college records will indicate that he was a foreign student receiving student aid as a foreigner. Then we will find out where he was born without seeing the birth certificate. And then finally the birth certificate will be released as part of his impeachment trial.
searcher484 on February 21, 2009 at 9:24 PM
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