Cheerios Caramel Crunch and a Strategy Meeting
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Good morning breakfastpoppers. Today is Wednesday, November 18, 2009 and we are in for a treat today. Today we will be preparing a child's delight. Follow along and let the inner child in you emerge. You will need 1/2 cup cubed butter, 2/3 cup brown sugar and 4 cups of Cheerios. In a large sauce pan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add the brown sugar and cook until thick and smooth. Add the cereal and coat completely. Spread the cereal over sheets of wax paper to cool. Now pack up your snack and let's head on over to an undisclosed secret location where we can eavesdrop on a White House strategy meeting. Crunch away all you like, no one will be able to hear us. See you in a few. Make sure you aren't being followed.
I am glad you all made it. The meeting is about to begin. Let's see 'Democracy" in action, or whatever it is they are doing.
Pres. Obama- I'm glad to see all of you. We have a lot to discuss. I want to clarify our approach to the press when they start asking questions about the deficit. Suggestions?
Sec. Gibbs- Spin, spin, spin. Mr. President you have to remember that we are dealing with a press corps that is friendly to us, for the most part. It's so easy. If you don't want to answer a question, don't. Just keep it up, you know, punting, spinning until they tire and just drop the inquiry. It works all the time. None of these people, except maybe, Fox, has any gumption. It's a walk in the park, trust me. I do it every single day.
Pres. Obama- Our national debt now tops $12 trillion dollars. When health care reform(pardon me while I laugh) passes, 12 trillion will sound like a few bucks. How do we handle the backlash?
George Soros- We don't Barack, we don't handle anything. Don't refer to it. Remove the word "debt" from your vocabulary. After a while, the public will forget. Trust me, that's how we got you elected, don't you remember. All that flack about Rev. Wright just died a slow and painless death. We ignored it and it went away. It's the magic of politics combined with the stupidity of the public. The combination never fails.
Pres.Obama- On my trip to the China and Japan, what did you think of my bows? Did I go low enough? Did I display the right amount of subservience and respect?
Sec. Gibbs- Frankly, sir, had you bowed any lower your nose would have slammed into the floor and come out looking like a salami on a hot day in July. I think you got the message across. America is willing to be led around like a dog on a leash. Well done!
Pres. Obama- How do you propose we mask the true consequences of the health care bill? The impact on Seniors will be devastating. How do I avoid the tough questions?
Vice Pres. Biden- Oh, Barack, that is a snap. First of all, take another trip or two and make yourself scarce. Second, advise Harry Reid to lie, spin, twist, shout and knock himself out, but never answer the question. The last thing we need now is for seniors to realize that this bill will mean" no room at he doctor" for them. I am so thankful we are all exempt from this disastrous bill. We'd all be dead in a year or two! I know, I know, I have to be careful what I say. Don't worry, I am in complete control of my mouth and my faculties.
Pres. Obama- It is getting more and more difficult to dodge the Afghanistan bullet. I don't know how much longer I can put off making a decision. I don't want to appear indecisive.
Sec. Of State Clinton- With all due respect, Mr. President, it's a little late for that. The best thing you can do is to say you are weighing your options and then take a trip somewhere, do some bowing, trash the U.S. and apologize for just about everything. That will keep the people talking and everyone will forget about the war. It's worked so far, why mess with success.
Pres. Obama- One last thing. I don't want the tragedy at Fort Hood investigated any time soon. See what you can do to slow this thing down for as long as possible. If you can pull it off, I would like to blame the tragedy on George Bush.
Sec. Gibbs- Consider it done, Mr. President. Shouldn't be a problem at all.
Pres.Obama- I think this has been a very productive session. I do have one additional request. Once the Senate health care bill is announced, which I believe may be today, can we do something about derailing our promise to post it on the internet?
George Soros- Not to worry Barack. We'll post it and then we will disable the internet. The 72 hours will pass and so will the bill. Remember our motto." Spin is in, play to win".
Pres. Obama- Thank you ladies and gentlemen. Your suggestions have been duly noted, although not in writing, and are very much appreciated.
Okay, breakfastpoppers, this fiasco of a meeting is over. I don't know about you, but I am heading over to the bar. I need some liquid refreshment and a quiet room to contemplate the future of our nation. If you need me, you know where to find me. Better yet, please join me...POP...
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Dear Tom,
You are right about the new guidelines for mammograms. This is a sneak peek at healthcare under Obama. Imagine what will happen when the bill actually passes. I'll be at he bar in a few minutes.
Somehow, I get the feeling that meeting actually took place. These people are spinning so much the earth may spin off its axis. It's getting to be too much. But are we the only ones who see it? I need to contemplate this...at the bar. BARTENDER............
pop, yes, this was a good strategy session and probably fairly accurate. It does want to make you throw up. They might as well have shredded the Constitution because they do what they want. They are very carefully releasing health information to convince people that we can't live without their plan. I wrote about it today as I see the lies and feel so helpless to really change anything. Tom, I'll take a double also. Thanks.
Dear taxlarry,
First and most important, I am already at the bar. Second, even I think the meeting actually happened. In fact, it had to have occurred, because that is the scenario being played out in front of us day after day.
Good morning Pamela,
Wait until the bill is released. The lies will start spinning faster than a top. We have a major disconnect in this country and the gulf between the "spin" and the "truth" is getting wider by the second.
Very good, as always, Pop. Agreed. Tom could not have said it better about the new mammogram screening issue - it completely seems like they are saying "what they don't know won't hurt them". As a breast cancer patient/survivor I am floored by what I have read - had I not been feeling myself up (he!he! - I was rinsing in the shower) and felt the lump I could have easily been just a statistic right now - what I didn't know would most definitely have hurt, or killed, me! I could go on and on - sorry, Pop, didn't mean to hijack your hub here...
Good morning Lily Rose,
First of all, your comments are always welcome. You can "hijack" my hub any time you want. Thank God you are here today to be a part of the hubbing community. This new protocol is a preview of life under the new bill. This is the beginning of rationing and cost control at our expense and the bill hasn't even passed yet. Things are going to get much worse.
Pop,
you have an uncanny ability to visualize and then write about things that are most likely 99% of how they are being discussed in the daily briefing at the white house.
This is a topic that makes a feller want to drink. So I think I'll meet you at the bar, I'm buying today, hopefully we will find a string of politically incorrect jokes that will make us laugh the day into tomorrow.
Pop
Reading this I could believe you actually have attended an Obama Strategy Session. These characters would be humorous if they weren’t so deadly! I do think you gave Gibbs too much credit, he’s probably the most mentally challenged of them all. When it comes to Spin, he manages to screw up their pre-programmed message more times than not but as you so adroitly pointed out, dealing with a press corps that is so friendly is so easy, even Joe Biden could get through a press corp. briefing with these guys!.
Dear 50 caliber
You, my friend, have an uncanny ability to put a smile on my face and hopefully a drink in my hand. I'm already at the bar...
Good morning Patriot,
You are right I, I did give Glibs too much credit, but what's the difference the end result will always be the same. The tough questions won't get asked, everything will be George Bush's fault, health care "reform" will pass, people will die, Afghanistan will be put on hold forever, the US will grow less safe with each passing moment, our liberty will fade away and unless this guy is impeached somehow, he will probably win again.
Ok..enough. I need another drink...
POP:I agree that this strategy session had to take place.
As for the new "info" for mammograms, I was sickened when I heard this trash. So many friends who are survivors are grateful that a yearly mammogram, or a self exam told them they had breast cancer. My dear friend across the street from me had a clear mam. last year, and this year she was stage 4. If she had to wait 2 years for another mammogram, she would certainly not be here.
This IS where we are heading with Obamacare. It makes me sick just thinking about it.
I hear that FOX will have 10 minutes to interview the president - I cannot wait for that!
I'm off to the bar - save me a seat. We can have our own strategy session - How to start a national revolt of all things Obama!
GREAT SESSION. GREAT STRATEGY FOR THE GROVELLER IN CHIEF
Dear Pino,
Great comments. You should send them to Harry Reid and Obama. Let's face it this preemptive strike is just the tip of a very, very cold iceberg. I am already at the bar and I am staying.
Dear vrajavala,
Meet us at the bar. We need to have a strategy session of our own. I think 50 caliber is buying, if not, I am..
You have got to get your political satire greater exposure...its absolutely GREAT! Maybe add cartoons? Partner with a political satire cartoonist? I don't know, but this stuff is rich! Nice breakfast POP.
Dear C.J.,
Good morning and thank you so much for your vote of confidence. You've given me some food for thought. Thanks....
Good stuff here at the bar and I definitely am buying!
Am I as think as I drunk I am?
Dear 50 Caliber,
I can't believe you're at the bar. I'm here too. Is that you down there with the bowl of popcorn on your head? I'm coming over...
Pop good as usual,, I don't think we can ever let the Rev Wright story die. It reveals all we need to know about Obama, liar, racist. anti-American and arrogant. Funny you should mention Afghanastan and Hillary since she made a surprise trip there today!! As for the rest of it you may soon be investigated to find out who in Obama's world is letting you in on those secret meetings in the office of our most open administration.
All us girls were taught to "self-examine" in high school (all the guys really wanted in on that class . . . ! ) and every woman I know still takes care. It doesn't matter what their "new guidelines" are, I don't know a single woman who is so stupid as to follow them. If the Groveler in Chief (thanks for that one vraj!) wanted to lose the female vote he couldn't have done a better job.
I think I'll join you and 50 Caliber at the bar . . .
I guess wearing pink ribbons will now be un-PC. Holder insulted the entire American public with his testimony today in the congressional commitee. He said some were using scare tactics about his decision to have the trial of the terrorist in New York. He said "I'm not scared why would anyone be?" I noticed he has a little speech impediment.
I noticed that Andy Stern was quiet this morning as he tried to blend in with his purple shirt. I quess he was taking notes and will advise Obamala later. If mamograms are not necessary, then I guess prostate test will be eliminated next. Does anyone know exactly what will be covered in the health bill, if anything? Pop you always do a great job sneaking us in to the forest. Love it!
Pop, I have to learn how to sneak into these meetings like you. No wonder you are so well informed. I don't doubt it one bit that "Spin" meetings are common place, you just brought it to life for us. Thanks.
Dear greatAmerican,
Maybe I have esp! Or, maybe, these sessions are way too predictable.
Dear Madame,
I've been at the bar all day. i am so riled up I am not the least bit tipsy. Can't say the same for 50 Caliber. The new recommendations may mean a death sentence for many women. No one has to follow the protocol, but insurance will probably stop paying which is the whole point. This is only the beginning of a very slippery slope.
Dear Tom,
Probably breast cancer itself will be very politically incorrect. I have to catch upon Holder's testimony. I'm sure it was sickening.
Dear jiberish,
Health care itself will be politically incorrect. Anyone who feels the need to visit the doctor too often will be considered mentally ill. Of course there will be no coverage for mental illness whatsoever, except of course if you are a member of Congress.
Dear ehern,
All you need to do is come for breakfast, the breakfastpoppers have their "ways".
Sounds like their strategy to me.
Keep on hubbing!
What a predicament!!Do you think Michele will go for her Mammography every two years? Hmmmm. Can I have directions to the bar please.
Dear eovery,
Thanks for stopping by...
Dear francine,
No, Michelle will do whatever she wants to do. The President explained that to the nation when he said that "he" and his family have the "best" medical care in the world.As to finding the bar, just listen for the sound of all the breakfastpoppers being politically incorrect!
Good job BP. By the way, I think we could probably produce better policy and answers drunk than a liberal can sober. Are there sober liberals? I think I'll join your party with 50 Caliber; I don't drink but I'll supply the politically incorrect jokes!
Dear Ray,
So glad you want to join us. Drinking is not a requirement, but politically incorrect jokes are! See you soon.
Dear Ray,
Thanks so much. What an incredible video. It should be required listening and viewing in every household in America. Thanks again...
BOTH computers had a virus today - so the entire morning and most of the afternoon was spent AVGing the heck out of our two laptops. All seems to be well now or I would have been here earlier!
GEE I'm sorry I missed that meeting because I would have loved to been there and leaned across the table to give Barry a great big slap --- bad of me to even think...but I sure would like to hit SOMEBODY when I read today in the Wall Street Journal - "No decision on Afghanistan now until AFTER Thanksgiving..."
How does Barry sleep at night while my son and so many other heroes sleep under the stars with sand in their eyes wondering when the Taliban will hit them and how?
What are we to be thankful for?? Certainly not this leaderless wimp we have gotten for a President...I sure am thankful for all the military who carry on so bravely, even when their Commander-in-Chief has forgotten them!
Keep me laughing Pop - never stop writing because I'd be crying if it weren't for your rays of BreakfastPop sunshine! Love, Your most devoted fan, Carol
Dear Carol,
The truth is every time I think of your courageous son in Afghanistan waiting for this poor excuse of a President to reach a decision about the war I go insane. Please tell me, where is the public outcry about this? We need to get it going.
breakfastpop, You were a fly on the wall right? Another great hub! I was out of town for a week, I have some catching up to do :)
Dear Kebennett,
I missed you!
I had terrible Hub withdrawals :) I missed everyone, but I had a great 23rd Anniversary!
Dear Kebennertt,
I am so glad you had a great anniversary. Actually, I will be going away shortly for two weeks and i have to admit I am worried about it. I can't imagine not writing and connecting with my friends!....Help>>>
Tom Whitworth says:
3 months ago
Pop,
A very interesting strategy session. I think I threw up in my mouth just a little. The release of the new breast exam strategy is quite coincidental to the "Health Care" debate. I guess its a strategy of "What they don't know won't hurt them."
The 10 year delay period is equivalent to the decision making on Afghanistan.
Bartender I'm buying make mine a double.