Comment registration open! Update: Registration closed
posted at 8:00 am on June 9, 2009 by Ed Morrissey
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Muse, Sorry, I didn’t see this post before I wrote my response-
If I’m missing something, help me out. My daughter is trying to register FROM HER OWN LAPTOP- A FEW STATES AWAY FROM ME. I’m not using my computer at all to attempt to register for her so how would logging on to MY computer as administrator help with HER registration? I don’t know what I don’t know- so I am really asking…
NightmareOnKStreet on June 9, 2009 at 4:43 PM
Kewl!
ladyingray on June 9, 2009 at 4:43 PM
I’m thrilled to finally be able to comment here on HotAir! I’ve been a daily reader of the site for quite some time and there have been myriad instances where I was absolutely dying to comment but couldn’t. Now I can’t wait to dive right in! Thanks for the day of open registrations, I can’t wait to meet you all!
NObama on June 9, 2009 at 4:43 PM
Is this on?
Americannodash on June 9, 2009 at 4:47 PM
NightmareOnKStreet on June 9, 2009 at 4:43 PM
Are you using the same IP address? If so you won’t both be able to register, else the pinheads would be logging in under multiple personaes.
Bishop on June 9, 2009 at 4:48 PM
I did see the info you put in the thread, I bookmarked. As to BB emailing, he may have sent another one but I am being a horrible employee and posting from work so I am not logged into my personal email.
Cindy Munford on June 9, 2009 at 4:48 PM
Testing…testing… 1234 SCREEAHHHHAH
Yeah, it’s on…
Colbyjack on June 9, 2009 at 4:50 PM
I have every confidence that he did send you an email and it should be waiting on you.
ladyingray on June 9, 2009 at 4:51 PM
Breaking News: FNC’s Neil Cavuto just reported that Chrysler’s been “green-lighted” to close the 700+ dealerships… does anyone know if that means Justice Ginsberg has ruled (or is this a separate ruling)?
NightmareOnKStreet on June 9, 2009 at 4:52 PM
Hello all,another “clinger” reporting for troll patrol.Does any one know if hawkdriver got the M-4 and Beretta mags he needed?
McBride on June 9, 2009 at 4:53 PM
Thanks for letting me in Ed. I’ve been reading since you launched and have spread many a post since.
Republican Yogi on June 9, 2009 at 4:53 PM
Wow, I hadn’t bothered to read the comments on that thread until now.
Thanks!
Al in St. Lou on June 9, 2009 at 4:53 PM
Thanks for the comment registration opportunity. Love the work you do here.
Luffle on June 9, 2009 at 4:55 PM
Seriously, with IP addresses being non-static these days, it could be anything, as in the IP address she is operating under now, was used by someone else on an entirely different computer to sign up on Hot Air, on another day!
Highly unlikely, but still, nothing is impossible these days with technology being so integrated and crossing over so many-what used to be barriers, before.
I don’t delve into the highly technical issues extensively enough to be an expert.
My experience with technicians is that things are so complicated now that it hurts their brain on many occasions.
But what I do, is come up with ideas that one can try and therefore see if a new path can be formed.
Have your daughter try and log into her computer as the administrator and then set up a different user altogether and try to register from that user profile.
If that doesn’t work, then the computer has to be setup with a completely different IP address….or go to a different computer.
Otherwise, sorry to disturb your universe.
Muse Doctor on June 9, 2009 at 5:01 PM
Testing…testing… 1234 SCREEAHHHHAH
Yeah, it’s on…
Colbyjack on June 9, 2009 at 4:50 PM
My computer is slow (low 44kbs) to respond today.
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Thanks for that acknowledgement CJ. Are you a dairy or a topping?
/s
Americannodash on June 9, 2009 at 5:03 PM
Looking forward to this.
bogginator on June 9, 2009 at 5:06 PM
Knucklehead
****Waves back from Chicago Heights****!
My Spidey sense tells me that perhaps there might be a Southland conservative group in the making.
It’s been a while since we’ve had one of those.
annoyinglittletwerp on June 9, 2009 at 5:09 PM
I thought that was a different motion. Ginsburg is dealing with the motion by secured creditors (Indiana retired teachers’ pension) are not happy that the UAW has been put to the head of the line. According to the “old” laws, secured creditors are supposed to be at the front in a bankruptcy. This is especially juicy when the NEA contributed and the UAW both gave so much to the Obama campaign.
My understanding is that the dealership issue was separate.
Laura in Maryland on June 9, 2009 at 5:10 PM
How does a thread about registering get over 600 comments? That is a disturbance in the Force, for sure.
platypus on June 9, 2009 at 5:10 PM
New folks saying “Hey”. Veteran’s saying “Hey” to new folks. And the occasional veteran playing troll. Oh, and computer help.
Cindy Munford on June 9, 2009 at 5:14 PM
Thanks for the open registration. I missed it last time by a few hours, and have been waiting impatiently for another ever since! I’ve been a daily reader for some time, and will enjoy the opportunity to join in the conversation now and then.
mcc4 on June 9, 2009 at 5:16 PM
Tried another thread and couldn’t comment, so this is just a test. I’ve been waiting for ages for registration to open.
KateinCo on June 9, 2009 at 5:16 PM
In other words, we got off track…more than once. LOL
ladyingray on June 9, 2009 at 5:18 PM
No disturbance in the force. Last time there was a sign-up, the thread had over 800 comments. That was early in The Messiah’s tenure. There’s a lot more to talk about now.
BottomLine5 on June 9, 2009 at 5:23 PM
Hotair has given me plenty of great content to distract me at work for the last year, now I can’t wait to get even more distracted participating in daily dialog.
brilrodion on June 9, 2009 at 5:32 PM
Is this petunia a noob, or somebody who’s been around a while? Seems like I’ve seen that sn before, but can’t be sure.
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 5:32 PM
My thoughts too Cindy, but I’ll grudgingly admit, for a few seconds I thought, OH NO! TWO BISHOPS IN ONE HOUSE! HOT AIR WOULD NEVER RECOVER…….
Rovin on June 9, 2009 at 5:33 PM
whoopsie, wrong thread . . .
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 5:33 PM
Welcome aboard the U.S.S. Hot Air Political Warship,
may your voyage be pleasant one:)
canopfor on June 9, 2009 at 5:33 PM
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Thanks Laura, you are right- Justice Ginsburg’s ruling to temporarily halt the bankruptcy until the other 8 Justices analyze it, still stands. It was a lower court judge who just gave the ok to close 789 dealerships. BTW: on FNC’s Glenn Beck, there was a great analysis of Obama’s GM policy vs the Constitution & 230 years of law being erased with no Congressional debate or even any attempt to amend the Constitution. It reruns at 2AM Eastern for anyone who cares to see it.
NightmareOnKStreet on June 9, 2009 at 5:37 PM
Focus is overrated.
Cindy Munford on June 9, 2009 at 5:39 PM
I hope they wouldn’t let someone have the same name. Holy Cow what a mess that would be.
Cindy Munford on June 9, 2009 at 5:40 PM
Thanks for lettting us in – so much to talk about!
humdinger on June 9, 2009 at 5:46 PM
Heh, lotsa red meat today . . .
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 5:49 PM
Turn up the good, turn down the suck
Grunchy Cranola on June 9, 2009 at 5:52 PM
I found out why getalife isnt here today registering
William Amos on June 9, 2009 at 5:53 PM
I lived in Chicago in the mid-80′s – does that count?
MAN, that was one unfriendly town. Way cool architecture though.
Rosmerta on June 9, 2009 at 6:03 PM
Beans, Bullets and the Iatolla of Rocken-Rolla.
BubbaGun on June 9, 2009 at 6:09 PM
Hi, people. I generally don’t comment on political blogs, but what the heck, this is one I actually find to be reasonable and sane.
dormin on June 9, 2009 at 6:14 PM
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 5:49 PM
Maybe….but are we not also required to abide by the rule of contract law and not empathy/emotions of herewith. What the Obama admin. is attempting is unconstitutional. That is Indiana Sec Treas. has put forth.
Americannodash on June 9, 2009 at 6:15 PM
Chicago’s beautiful…and corrupt as hades.
In the south suburbs it’s not much better.
My congress creature is Jesse Jackson Jr-aka Triple J.
It speaks for its self.
murv on June 9, 2009 at 6:16 PM
Whoa, I’m not saying it’s a good thing. Plenty of Obama’s moves are flagrantly unconstitutional. I just want to see enough heads exploding about it that he is stopped.
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 6:17 PM
Crud-This is actually annoyinglittletwerp.
I forgot that I logged my husband-murv, a noob-in since I won’t be here when he gets home.
*slaps head*
-annoyinglittletwerp
murv on June 9, 2009 at 6:19 PM
Hey I’m in! I’ve been a reader from the outset, its good to finally get an account. I look forward to putting in my .02 from time to time. Hello to all from York, PA!
cjtony97 on June 9, 2009 at 6:23 PM
Y’all are going to be sorry you opened up to all these miscreants.
MaryM on June 9, 2009 at 6:23 PM
WOW! Finally. Thanks, crew.
Watch out young whippersnappers, another “oldie but goodie” is here.
oldgraymare on June 9, 2009 at 6:24 PM
Finally man you guys are harder than heck to register with I can’t tell you how many times I’ve screwed up trying to register.
At last I’m in! I check Hot Air EVERY SINGLE DAY since the start of the 2008 election in January 08.
A special congradulations to Michael Savage for fighting off the Labour party and being that final nail in the coffin that became their downfall.
rednebulastudios32 on June 9, 2009 at 6:25 PM
I appreciate registration being open.
And, I’m honored to be aboard.
Undaunted on June 9, 2009 at 6:26 PM
I wonder which of the noobs is “palin_steele”.
LtE126 on June 9, 2009 at 6:35 PM
Palin Steele is on as Palin Steele. You guys are gonna love whatever it is. (s)
I wonder if anyone who goes”HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH”
All the time will sign in again.
Please make it stop.
LtE126 on June 9, 2009 at 6:41 PM
Woo Hoo, I’m now one of the chosen few!
Thanks for opening back up registration.
LogicConnection on June 9, 2009 at 6:41 PM
That little turd-monkey registered earlier today. As Palin Steele. Won’t be too hard to spot.
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 6:41 PM
Woo hoo! So glad I was finally able to register here! HAY everyone!
jellibean on June 9, 2009 at 6:42 PM
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 6:17 PM
Whoa, I’m not saying it’s a good thing. Plenty of Obama’s moves are flagrantly unconstitutional. I just want to see enough heads exploding about it that he is stopped.
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Sorry if I came across that way. This my first attempt today in episilary engagement and it was not my intention to imply that you thought it was a good thing.
I want Obama to try to take a stab a governing rather than trying to rule.
Americannodash on June 9, 2009 at 6:47 PM
…
Here’s my obligatory “Hello” post.
I’m sure you’re all looking forward to my deep insights on all the news of the day. So once the powers that be approve of me, i’ll get right on that for you.
Rude on June 9, 2009 at 6:51 PM
Califcon is a woman?
Ugh
I can’t handle this many ladies
I can only flirt with so many at once.
blatantblue on June 9, 2009 at 6:52 PM
No worries, Americannodash. As a general rule, not many of us are the “sensitive” type here. As to your desire that Obama start governing, I honestly don’t think he’s capable of it. First and foremost, he would have to open his mind and be willing to learn, from people who truly know how this all works. He strikes me as incapable of that. His entire sense of self seems to be bound up in an arrogant and supercilious sense that he knows what’s best in every instance, for everyone. Jon Voight, in his excellent speech from last night, made a remark about him speaking to other nations like a schoolteacher. I doubt very many people wondered what he was talking about.
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 6:54 PM
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Well put!
NightmareOnKStreet on June 9, 2009 at 6:58 PM
Thank you for the opportunity to place comments on HOTAIR.
I’m a Dutch Citizen and LEGAL Resident of the great USA since 2003.
I’ve seen Socialism and Islam destroying the freedom of the European society and can only warn the great Americans over and over again against the danger that is now extremely fast creeping into the USA.
Dutchwolf on June 9, 2009 at 7:01 PM
I have been looking forward to this opportunity for some time. I hope I can offer something to the conversation. Thanks.
Madtom on June 9, 2009 at 7:12 PM
Califcon is a woman?
Ugh
I can’t handle this many ladies
I can only flirt with so many at once.
blatantblue on June 9, 2009 at 6:52 PM
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Hi BB,
You don’t know me but I’ve been reading your post for awhile. If you’re willing to provide your GPA and your Major at whatever college (I can’t remember it right now) you’re attending. My guess is 4.0 and your BA leans toward womens studies.
Americannodash on June 9, 2009 at 7:16 PM
Welcome, Dutchwolf, to the USA. I’m sure that you will have a lot to say, and, for now, the freedom to speak your mind.
BottomLine5 on June 9, 2009 at 7:21 PM
blatantblue actually has a decent little blog of his own . . . if you click his screen name, it’ll take you right over there.
And, bb, no need to flirt with me, it would never result in any “handling,” IYKWIMAITYD.
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 7:21 PM
I’m Canadian, so likely won’t comment on much unrelated to my country and knowledge, but having the opportunity is sweet.
lili on June 9, 2009 at 7:22 PM
Womens sexuality studies
Summa cum loud-e
blatantblue on June 9, 2009 at 7:25 PM
Glad to become a part of this. So many witty and insightful people here!
sanityplz on June 9, 2009 at 7:26 PM
Mind your manners, blue! Don’t be setting a bad example for the noobs.
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 7:27 PM
FNC BREAKING NEWS: SUPREME COURT CLEARS THE WAY FOR SALE OF CHRYSLER TO FIAT. 230 YEARS OF LAWS DOWN THE DRAIN WITHOUT EVEN A CONGRESSIONAL DEBATE. UNBELIEVABLE! CONTRACTS CAN NOW BE RETROACTIVELY CHANGED ON A WHIM BY KOMRADE OBAMA.!
NightmareOnKStreet on June 9, 2009 at 7:31 PM
blatantblue actually has a decent little blog of his own . . . if you click his screen name, it’ll take you right over there.
And, bb, no need to flirt with me, it would never result in any “handling,” IYKWIMAITYD.
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 7:21 PM
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I will take a look at his site the first chance and glance when I can. Do I need to google what “IYKWIMAITYD” means or is that something everyone should avoid.
Americannodash on June 9, 2009 at 7:32 PM
Thank you,Bottomline5, I have indeed a lot to say and will indeed FOR NOW practice the freedom of speech every human being should be entitled to. Freedom of speech which I shall defend, and where ever I can I will make Americans aware of the danger of losing this RIGHT too with this socialistic USA government.
Dutchwolf on June 9, 2009 at 7:32 PM
You loled califcon
Admit it
blatantblue on June 9, 2009 at 7:35 PM
Thank you for letting me in! HA has been staple reading for my husband and me for the last year and my 19-year-old uses a lot of your content to shout down her brain-washed college classmates- so praktisch! Thanks again :)
Cornhusker on June 9, 2009 at 7:36 PM
“If you know what I mean and I think you do”
And, Dutchwolf, can we assume you are a supporter of Geert Wilders? I heard some great comments from him recently.
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 7:36 PM
Roger Waters -The Wall in through the back door again as The Final Cut. Terrific.
ddrintn on June 9, 2009 at 7:37 PM
Womens sexuality studies
Summa cum loud-e
blatantblue on June 9, 2009 at 7:25 PM
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I should said “sharp and witty”
Americannodash on June 9, 2009 at 7:39 PM
IYKWIMAITTYD
if you know what I mean and I think that you do
blatantblue on June 9, 2009 at 7:40 PM
Best night of cpac was getting drunk on an empty stomach listening to geeet wilders and robert spencer speak
blatantblue on June 9, 2009 at 7:41 PM
Califcon, I am indeed a strong supporter of Geert Wilders. He is the last hope for The Netherlands. I am however very affraid that the “left church” will eliminate him, the same as they murdered Pim Fortuyn. For now…he’s the strongest supported politician and I realy hope that more to the right politicians will finally stand up all over Europe after Wilders shows the path to follow.
I still have a lot of “political” contacts with Dutch friends and it hurts me very bad to see my home country going down the drain because of the socialist suppression and the islamic take over.
Dutchwolf on June 9, 2009 at 7:41 PM
I should have said “sharp and witty”.
Americannodash on June 9, 2009 at 7:42 PM
LOL
blatantblue on June 9, 2009 at 7:42 PM
IYKWIMAITTYD
if you know what I mean and I think that you do
blatantblue on June 9, 2009 at 7:40 PM
Geez, thanks.
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I’ll do my best from now on to keep up from now on (IDMBFNOTKUFNO).
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Is it still ok to write things out long hand?
Americannodash on June 9, 2009 at 7:47 PM
As I’m sure you know, Wilders has a lot of support on this site and there are many people who also hope he is able to light a fire of resistance in the EU. It’s astonishing that so many here in the US will not learn from the mistakes that have been made elsewhere. Scary times for all of us . . .
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 7:48 PM
According to lorien, no
But yes
blatantblue on June 9, 2009 at 7:48 PM
Well I’ve spent plenty of time in here reading other peoples comments. I guess they’ll be stuck with a few of mine now.
Jeff from WI on June 9, 2009 at 7:51 PM
YeeHaw! I have been reading HOTAIR for months and I am so glad that I finally get the opportunity to say something!
yoda on June 9, 2009 at 7:51 PM
For now I’ll be going the long way.
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Short cuts can sometimes be mistakes.
Americannodash on June 9, 2009 at 7:52 PM
Welcome aboard to all lucky enough to be allowed on board!
gator70 on June 9, 2009 at 7:52 PM
Well, that one (IYKWIMAITYD) is pretty common usage. Probably best to use the long form for most sentences, lol! I learned a new one today, that had had me stumped. BIRM (but I repeat myself).
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 7:56 PM
sweet! Thank you!
painfulTruthDisciple on June 9, 2009 at 7:58 PM
“well. here we are”
/John Boone, on his first trip to Mars
rayra on June 9, 2009 at 7:58 PM
Califcon, I have been reading HOTAIR for a while, as my wife (she is American) visits this site all the time, but untill now I was not able to sign up for myself.
I try to spread the word as much as I can to warn Americans. If Americans would only want to put a little effort in looking into the European society and what’s going there nowadays. Unfortunately alot of Americans don’t even know the difference between the Netherlands and Sweden and seem to like it being indoctrinated by the new Messiah and his “left church”.
Here lies a task for me, for you, for every just thinking individual…..make our people aware…!!!!
Dutchwolf on June 9, 2009 at 7:59 PM
Well, that one (IYKWIMAITYD) is pretty common usage. Probably best to use the long form for most sentences, lol! I learned a new one today, that had had me stumped. BIRM (but I repeat myself).
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 7:56 PM
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BIRM, that one made me laugh.
thanks
Americannodash on June 9, 2009 at 8:00 PM
Thanks for opening the registration :)
offcall59r on June 9, 2009 at 8:04 PM
I’ve been waiting for this. Sometimes you just want to answer some of the post. Great
whbates on June 9, 2009 at 8:10 PM
Wow. He admits limitations.
I’ll be damned.
ladyingray on June 9, 2009 at 8:11 PM
I admit it. I did. Had to clean off the monitor too.
ladyingray on June 9, 2009 at 8:12 PM
Sadly, the people most responsible for our recent regime change are not “thinking individuals.” It was a cult of personality that put this fraud in the White House. I don’t know how anyone gets through to people who refuse to engage intellectually before exercising their right to vote.
califcon on June 9, 2009 at 8:22 PM
Awesome. Hopefully I’ll have time to post. I guess that’s what work is for.
Double A on June 9, 2009 at 8:23 PM
you know whats a good idea? AVATARS! already have a good one in mind.
moonbatkiller on June 9, 2009 at 8:29 PM
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