Glenn Beck: Are you “In or Out”?
posted at 7:39 pm on August 28, 2009 by Allahpundit
The climax to his week of shows exposing Obama’s czars, which has seen him pulling O’Reilly-type ratings at 5 p.m. Don’t be surprised if he’s number one in all time slots tonight for this. I thought the big finale was going to be an announcement that he’s forming his own party — given the increasingly activist tone of the show and his penchant for addressing his audience as “America,” he clearly his grand aspirations — but he’s not there yet. Maybe if ObamaCare ends up passing? Dare to dream, Beckheads.
In the meantime, he’s starting small: The first clip has him ticking off five policy positions he wants viewers to confront their representatives with. If they don’t accede to them, they’re out next year. (Skip the first half of the clip; the “In or Out” bit doesn’t start until later.) The second clip is a summary of his czar coverage this week followed by a plea to viewers not to let leftist invective get them down — but never mind that. Skip ahead and watch the last two minutes, where he segues from a dramatic recitation of “Sticks and Stones” into the lyrics of “Revolution” off the White Album, a GB whiskey-tango-foxtrot moment if ever there was one. I appreciate the message, but I don’t think I’m ever going to groove on the delivery. Ah well. Different strokes…
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I’m so freaking in.
Monica on August 28, 2009 at 7:41 PM
IN
djl130 on August 28, 2009 at 7:41 PM
Third party! Yay! Democrats in power for the next forty years because the right would be split into at least 3 parties, none of which can win on their own! I don’t know about you, but I can’t wait to cut off my nose to spite my face.
amerpundit on August 28, 2009 at 7:43 PM
Down.
Firebird on August 28, 2009 at 7:43 PM
He has a bunch of valid concerns that actually need to be addressed. Quirky as he is, I still bet he has fascists in the whitehouse and congress tapping their fingers on the table and whistling while they wonder aloud; “gawd, I hope nobody takes this seriously, if they do we’re friggin dead!”
Spiritk9 on August 28, 2009 at 7:43 PM
Sure he’s a bit of a drama queen, but that doesn’t change the fact that what he’s been saying is dead on.
I’m in.
AZCoyote on August 28, 2009 at 7:44 PM
In like flynn!!
flyboy777 on August 28, 2009 at 7:44 PM
I guess it’s better than some black cop telling you ‘This ain’t America no mo!’
IN
HornetSting on August 28, 2009 at 7:44 PM
In!
Esmerelda on August 28, 2009 at 7:44 PM
I’ve been in, welcome.
thomasaur on August 28, 2009 at 7:44 PM
You say you want a revolution?
YOU’RE DARN TOOTIN’!!!!
I’M IN!!!!!!!!
pilamaye on August 28, 2009 at 7:45 PM
Count me in x 1000!
annoyinglittletwerp on August 28, 2009 at 7:45 PM
When the excrement hits the rotary ventilator, who would you rather have covering your six: Glenn Beck or Allahpundit?
I thought so.
MrScribbler on August 28, 2009 at 7:45 PM
“gawd, I hope nobody takes this seriously, if they do we’re friggin dead!”
Spiritk9 on August 28, 2009 at 7:43 PM
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I think his ratings and the increasing numbers on Sarah Palin’s Facebook page prove that people are taking this seriously.
shomegirl on August 28, 2009 at 7:45 PM
It’s tough to watch Beck’s show in 5 minute clips and not come away with the same impression you have, AllahPundit.
I got to see the whole show straight through a couple times this week, and it’s literally a one hour story, not a bunch of 5 minute segments. You should give it a try a couple times and see if it shifts your opinion a bit.
BadgerHawk on August 28, 2009 at 7:45 PM
IN, for the long haul.
DrStock on August 28, 2009 at 7:46 PM
You can disagree with his style and delivery but he’s right on target and the only one in broadcasting that has the guts to say what needs to be said. Unfortunately, fear doesn’t mobilize the sheep in this country is just makes them totally unable to move.
rplat on August 28, 2009 at 7:46 PM
Give me 1 “In” & a crown royal.
portlandon on August 28, 2009 at 7:46 PM
Thank goodness we have choices besides just Obama and Beck.
Trent1289 on August 28, 2009 at 7:46 PM
When the excrement hits the rotary ventilator, who would you rather have covering your six: Glenn Beck or Allahpundit?
I thought so.
MrScribbler on August 28, 2009 at 7:45 PM
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You forgot Sarah Palin….she beats the both of them.
shomegirl on August 28, 2009 at 7:46 PM
(slides shell into chamber) ssshhhhhhlick
(loads shell into breech) chaaaaclick
Argue with them? Why in the HELL would I want to argue with them?
Ok ok. I’ll let them speak, but after that……
IN
Spiritk9 on August 28, 2009 at 7:47 PM
seems appropriate:
bestwins on August 28, 2009 at 7:47 PM
BadgerHawk is right….you need to see the shows in their entirety or you miss a lot of the meat in the middle.
shomegirl on August 28, 2009 at 7:47 PM
I’ll call Allah when I need advice on where to watch whales….
HornetSting on August 28, 2009 at 7:48 PM
That wouldn’t fit into his ‘if you ain’t New Yawk your a hick’ narrative.
thomasaur on August 28, 2009 at 7:48 PM
In all the way,and deeper in,the better,
wait a tic,that might not sound right!!
canopfor on August 28, 2009 at 7:48 PM
This man is something else. Can’t believe Fox News let him dither away on CNN:HN as long as they did. I would watch him there at like 3 in the morning, and since it was CNN, I wasn’t sure what I was seeing.
jimmy the notable on August 28, 2009 at 7:49 PM
The right of revolution is an inherent one. When people are oppressed by their government, it is a natural right they enjoy to relieve themselves of oppression, if they are strong enough, whether by withdrawal from it, or by overthrowing it and substituting a government more acceptable.- Ulysses S. Grant
phreshone on August 28, 2009 at 7:49 PM
Hrmmmm, that’s a tough one. Two pudgy beta males prone to tears, with bad haircuts and practically zero experience with firearms covering my six?
Can’t I have a third choice?
TMK on August 28, 2009 at 7:49 PM
IN…2013 America won’t be Obama’s beeyotch no mo
jbtripp on August 28, 2009 at 7:49 PM
Oh Yeah- all the way IN, baby!
ExTex on August 28, 2009 at 7:49 PM
Only 12 days until 9/9/09 and the “Rock Band: The Beatles” game.
Are you in, Allah?
ScottMcC on August 28, 2009 at 7:49 PM
We’re IN at my house!
BetseyRoss on August 28, 2009 at 7:49 PM
Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children’s children what it was once like in the United States where men were free. – Ronald Reagan
phreshone on August 28, 2009 at 7:50 PM
Count me IN – 1000%
I respect every word in the Constitution & expect it to stay in place. I will fight for my country, literally and figuratively. Period.
Ris4victory on August 28, 2009 at 7:50 PM
I”M IN…………..
PALIN/BECK 2010………………….
1luckydogg on August 28, 2009 at 7:50 PM
Beck/Palin 2012???????
Elizabetty on August 28, 2009 at 7:50 PM
Well..the bloodless coup and takeover of the country by leftwing extremists and Neo-Coms is pretty dramatic.
In.
Itchee Dryback on August 28, 2009 at 7:50 PM
When beta males writing opinion on the internet scare the fascists into submission, Allah will be the first one I dial.
Spiritk9 on August 28, 2009 at 7:50 PM
The death-knell of the republic had rung as soon as the active power became lodged in the hands of those who sought, not to do justice to all citizens, rich and poor alike, but to stand for one special class and for its interests as opposed to the interests of others. – Teddy Roosevelt
phreshone on August 28, 2009 at 7:51 PM
I am IN for my Republic. Thanks Glenn for getting out what “might” happen to our country. This bho and team is beyond what our nation has seen in my life time. Please people stand up. God Bless America!
L
letget on August 28, 2009 at 7:51 PM
ExTex on August 28, 2009 at 7:51 PM
The liberties of our country, the freedom of our civil Constitution, are worth defending at all hazards; and it is our duty to defend them against all attacks. We have received them as a fair inheritance from our worthy ancestors: they purchased them for us with toil and danger and expense of treasure and blood, and transmitted them to us with care and diligence. It will bring an everlasting mark of infamy on the present generation, enlightened as it is, if we should suffer them to be wrested from us by violence without a struggle, or to be cheated out of them by the artifices of false and designing men. – Samuel Adams
phreshone on August 28, 2009 at 7:52 PM
Beck carries.
Itchee Dryback on August 28, 2009 at 7:52 PM
For those sitting on the fence IMO the most effective statement is that the detractors are not disputing the facts just disparaging him.
HoustonRight on August 28, 2009 at 7:52 PM
Starting his own party would be stupid. If he was stupid, he wouldn’t be a millionaire. Look down your nose all you want but don’t forget that he is happily married, has a family, a great job, and gazillions of bucks.
Blake on August 28, 2009 at 7:53 PM
I’ll have to set up beaver and bacon re-supply depot,
like the early fur-trading days for a retreat for my American neighbor-in-arms when they need a breather
between ObamaBot clashes!!
canopfor on August 28, 2009 at 7:53 PM
Really? I hadn’t heard that.
Beck wins, but he better suck it up and wait to cry until we’re in the bunker.
TMK on August 28, 2009 at 7:54 PM
Allahpundit you and Andy Levy are mean (re:Twitter). Beck’s delivery is different but damn if his message isn’t getting out there. Just like Sarah Palin. Maybe New Yorkers are just too jaded to get it.
I AM SO IN.
ctmom on August 28, 2009 at 7:54 PM
Beck has a shooting range in his basement.
thomasaur on August 28, 2009 at 7:54 PM
In, In and Way In.
Geochelone on August 28, 2009 at 7:55 PM
PALIN/BECK 2012 Yes did I get something wrong?????
1luckydogg on August 28, 2009 at 7:55 PM
Of all the partisan TV “news” commentators, I think Beck is the most transparently an act. There’s gold in them hills, and he’s mining it.
Tom_Shipley on August 28, 2009 at 7:55 PM
I do believe I’m in!
Anyone else planning to be in DC on 9/12? It would be cool to have a meetup, if we could manage it.
Mary in LA on August 28, 2009 at 7:56 PM
I’m in!
farright on August 28, 2009 at 7:56 PM
baldilocks on August 28, 2009 at 7:56 PM
I did enjoy the comparisons of progressivism to drug addiction.
I wouldn’t mind a further development of this theme. Perhaps Fox coul bring psychologists onto Huckabee, and have concerned families of progressives on for televised interventions.
I also wouldn’t mind seeing segments on “Noticing the warning signs of progressivism.”
Or heck, how about comericials like “85% of progressives become infected before the age of 21, Do you know where you child is right now?”
Hehe
jhffmn on August 28, 2009 at 7:56 PM
Wow. Party at Beck’s crib.
TMK on August 28, 2009 at 7:56 PM
I want that house.
HoustonRight on August 28, 2009 at 7:56 PM
I heart Glenn Beck. Such an informative and entertaining show.
I say Palin/Beck 2012!!!
cubachi on August 28, 2009 at 7:56 PM
I’m in and preparing for the inevitable!
givemeliberty on August 28, 2009 at 7:57 PM
AP, I don’t think this has anything to do with him starting a party. He clearly has Libertarian sensibilities and God knows they aren’t doing anything with their party. He could push that aspect harder but I think he’s trying to transcend party. He wants people to pay attention and be vigilant, no matter who holds power. It’s not like he was president of Bush’s fan club either.
Monica on August 28, 2009 at 7:57 PM
You’re a true friend! If the US$ goes into the tank, we may have to pay you in whiskey… is that okay?
Mary in LA on August 28, 2009 at 7:57 PM
I think Glenn is into guns much more than you might believe…If what he says on his radio show are true…Sounds about as into guns as I am…Although he may not keep an AK as I do…Yes, this would be a bad house to home invade…
Battlecruiser-operational on August 28, 2009 at 7:57 PM
The Famous General Patton Speech!
Would love to hear SarahCuda say it,
that would be sweet!!
http://www.pattonhq.com/speech.html
canopfor on August 28, 2009 at 7:57 PM
Beck sees much of what is going on and is not afraid to say it. That is what scares most people, who would like to pretend that none of this is happening and that America is just chugging along as usual. But, I don’t think Beck really understands how bad things are going to get. Beck sees the White House building a super-structure to assume power from the Congress and solidify it all with the declaration of an emergency. The reality that I see is far more chaotic and far worse. The federal government is working hard to kill our dollar, after which all bets will be off. No one can say with any certainty what will come of our nation after our monetary system is rendered useless, though I have little doubt that The Precedent thinks he will do what Beck is saying he will do, but it just won’t be possible. Disintegration is a very messy state of affairs and The Precedent isn’t competent enough to run even a stable state, let alone gain control over a disintegrating network.
progressoverpeace on August 28, 2009 at 7:57 PM
If we wanted to hear from an @$$#ole we’d f@rt.
thomasaur on August 28, 2009 at 7:57 PM
IN
tobity on August 28, 2009 at 7:57 PM
OMG! This guy is going to seriously damage Fox News.
terryannonline on August 28, 2009 at 7:57 PM
I’ll bring the ammo! You bring the chips-n-dips.
TMK on August 28, 2009 at 7:58 PM
@thomasaur – sweet!
ladyingray on August 28, 2009 at 7:58 PM
This is another one of the threads when I want to smack Allah in the head. I am in. If I can get anywhere near Beck on 9/12, they will have to peel me off.
TXMomof3 on August 28, 2009 at 7:58 PM
In.
And again, who cares about his ‘delivery’ or ‘personality’??
Same as I don’t care about Obama’s ‘delivery’, nor did I care about Bush’s ‘delivery’
Substance matters.
bridgetown on August 28, 2009 at 7:59 PM
Yeah, second highest rated show, just behind O’Reilly. Yeah, they are crying.
HornetSting on August 28, 2009 at 7:59 PM
The Beatles were all in, and so am I. FIGHT.
Key West Reader on August 28, 2009 at 7:59 PM
A much-needed correction. Patriotism has no color. (Neither does cowardice, for that matter…)
Mary in LA on August 28, 2009 at 7:59 PM
What ever complaints people have about Beck’s wind up and delivery, HE IS STILL THROWING FAST BALLS.
I don’t care if he farts coded messages in Esperanto. Screw the delivery, it all smells good to me. I am IN.
Geochelone on August 28, 2009 at 7:59 PM
There will be. It has been discussed many times. Tentative place is spy museum TBA. I’m sure as the time nears we’ll settle on some details.
HoustonRight on August 28, 2009 at 7:59 PM
I’ve never heard his radio show, and I don’t think he talked about guns on his shows that I have watched.
I wonder if Fox makes him tone down the gun stuff for TV?
TMK on August 28, 2009 at 7:59 PM
I’ll have to set up beaver and bacon re-supply depot,
like the early fur-trading days for a retreat for my American neighbor-in-arms when they need a breather
between ObamaBot clashes!!
canopfor on August 28, 2009 at 7:53 PM
You’re a true friend! If the US$ goes into the tank, we may have to pay you in whiskey… is that okay?
Mary in LA on August 28, 2009 at 7:57 PM
Mary in LA: I think,unlike other ungrateful countries,that
Canada might still owe America still!:)
canopfor on August 28, 2009 at 8:00 PM
I want both the Beck types and the AP types. We’re at a time when we need everyone. Everyone brings something different, and all that matters is that we’re all pushing in the same direction. AP is great for the movement and so is Beck. So is Ed and Rush. All in.
Weight of Glory on August 28, 2009 at 8:00 PM
Yeah, all the sky high ratings and ad revenue they AREN’T losing really stings.
Monica on August 28, 2009 at 8:00 PM
This isn’t the only site mentioning Becks “delivery”. At least the left knows how to protect their own, lets take a waltz down memory lane and list those the rightosphere is “concerned” with delivery:
Rush Limbaugh
Mark Levin
Sarah Palin
Glen Beck
I’m sure I am leaving some out. Seems like our loudest voices that speak for us are demonized for their delivery.
TendStl on August 28, 2009 at 8:00 PM
He talked on his radio show about getting gun safety training for his daughter and her not wanting to shoot until she got to let loose, couldn’t wait to do it again.
thomasaur on August 28, 2009 at 8:00 PM
He’s been doing the same “act” since he was on CNN HLN at some unholy hour under the Bush Administration.
amerpundit on August 28, 2009 at 8:00 PM
I’m in.
Beck cries- but who the hell cares. My daddy cries- it doesn’t mean he won’t kick ass in a heart beat.
kareyk on August 28, 2009 at 8:01 PM
Sister, I’ll be right beside you, holding his box of tissue.
Monica on August 28, 2009 at 8:02 PM
How? He has the first or second-highest ratings, they’ve lost no revenue from the Colors of Stupidity boycott, and he generates PR for the network. They’re loving him.
Honest and fair criticism is one thing. I’ve criticized him before. But just throwing out baseless accusations is quite different.
amerpundit on August 28, 2009 at 8:02 PM
Uh, we had a discussion on this…if the roles were reversed, how long would it take the race hustlers to get down there to protest the police….and we took another poll and he was in fact, black.
HornetSting on August 28, 2009 at 8:02 PM
Awesome Uncle Jimbo link.
As for those five policy positions…… IN!
toliver on August 28, 2009 at 8:02 PM
canopfor on August 28, 2009 at 7:53 PM
Can we borrow Newfoundland for the rest/retreat camp? You guys don’t want it.
IN
katy the mean old lady on August 28, 2009 at 8:02 PM
Yes Beck has high ratings right now but if continues to rant like this I suspect someday he is going to get himself in trouble.
terryannonline on August 28, 2009 at 8:02 PM
Beck has said this himself many times already, it’s not about parties. It’s about putting honorable, trustworthy politicians in office that will serve the people and uphold the constitution. We have very few of those. You can probably count them on one genetalia.
Spiritk9 on August 28, 2009 at 8:03 PM
Awww, cut AP some slack…he’s not nearly as anti-Beck as things have gotten over at Little Green Footballs…Sometimes I wonder what the heck Charles Johnson’s major malfunction is…
Battlecruiser-operational on August 28, 2009 at 8:03 PM
Is today opposite day?
Geochelone on August 28, 2009 at 8:03 PM
Ad if he gets “in trouble” for what he says, we then know all hope of peaceful transition back to freedom has been lost, do we not?
Spiritk9 on August 28, 2009 at 8:04 PM
IN!11!!!1!
I’ve been saying all the same kind of stuff about Obama and his friends since last summer….it’s good to know someone with a voice has seen the same things.
PammyV on August 28, 2009 at 8:04 PM
Beck has a shooting range in his basement.
thomasaur on August 28, 2009 at 7:54 PM
thomasaur:Well,I hear Ted Nugent has a firing range as well,
in his bedroom!!:)
canopfor on August 28, 2009 at 8:04 PM
Hey where can we get a copy of the 5 policy positions?????
1luckydogg on August 28, 2009 at 8:04 PM
AP didn’t want Ed to feel too bad about all of his typos this morning.
jgapinoy on August 28, 2009 at 8:05 PM
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