Do you think it's "hip" to bash the president..?

Question

regardless of your opinion of him, don't you think it's sort of... "hip" and "trendy" to insult the president? no matter WHO that president is...? we have been making fun of our presidents for so long, don't some of you think it's just- a FAD?? I am not defending Bush, or attacking him , so please GOD don't make that the issue. I am talking about the issue of mocking the president being something "cool" to do. What do you think? Right and Left wing extremists need not answer...

Answer 1

There is nothing hip about not supporting your president. No matter how you feel about him, he represents your country and the majority of the people put him there. This is your country, he is your president, give him the respect his office deserves.

Answer 2

Bashing is simply a political tool made more popular by modern media. Unfortunately it often lacks substance just as the president being bashed lacks substance (or abuses it...)



As far as "Cool" , it was cool to pick on Clinton and the Monica episode as demostrated by popular media both left and right, but to voice concerns over the violation of laws and the systematic repeal of constituional rights is a duty and isn't considered "cool" by my peers (most all right wing and republican). Pointing out certain truths and lies was not cool and I lost advancement opportunities in my career to do so, but it was my patriotic duty to educate people about the damage Bush is doing to our country. I feel by being vocal I am protecting YOUR freedom regardless of your political persuasion.



Telling lies to start a war to kill Americans is by definition treasonous behavior. Telling the truth no matter how painful can NEVER be treason regardless of the situation.



The majority of Americans voted against him, and though he usurped the constituion the first term, and split the vote the second term, it is the Congress that is equally at fault for allowing him Napoleanic powers without just cause.



But from an historical perspective, the news papers in the 1700's and 1800's bashed our presidents much worse than we do today.... Remember the Sedition Act of 1798? Because of the "bashing", Adams outlawed all criticism of the presidency. If left alone, America would soon have become a dictatorship. Lincoln for example was also very despised at the time.



There has been a dumbing down of dissent with the rare exception being the 10 years from 1965 to 1975 where true dissent was voiced.



Nobody bashed Stalin, Mao, or Castro however. This is vital to remember.

Answer 3

Its a part of our freedom of speech. As Americans we have the right to speak out our minds, its not insulting the president as much as it is using self expression which is birthed from free thought. Bush is in the hot seat now before that Clinton was, the reason that it may seem hip is because everything that the president does is, and should be, taken with a fine tooth comb. Granted, some presidents may be easier to bash than other, such an action is not a "Fad" for it has been around for ages, in fact one may even argue that it is in our blood to do it.

Answer 4

I think bashing the President has been hip since the Nixon administration. Presidential-bashing requires knowledge of current events and politics, so it makes the basher sound intelligent and sophisticated. Pop culture makes it even more fashionable - everyone from Chevy Chase to Kanye West to every third video on youtube. Bashing the president at work can also score points, especially if the boss is of a different political party.

Answer 5

I can not speak for anyone else, but I do think that while it may be a fad for some, I think that if you see that things are seriously wrong, in the country, it is every person's duty to speak out! It is easy to blame the president for the ills of this country, because he is the figure head. But, he is partly to blame, because he is in on all the crimes that the "Secret Government" continues to commit against the people of this country, as well as the people of the world!!!

Answer 6

Even Jay Leno makes jokes about ALL presidents. Some are easier to make fun of but Bush is a terific target of humor.



I bet half the people on here are just beiing humorous and would LOVE a president they respected.

Answer 7

I think you present a good question. I think it is not so much " bashing" the president, as it it just plain frustration on the part of over 69% of Americans. He has lied to the public, he is truly inept at making decisions and I think more than anything it is the frustration of his stubbornness.. he simply will not take advice.. he is convinced he is right and be damned with everyone else.



So, no, I don't think it is hip to bash him.. I think those of us who disagree with him and say so are simply frustrated and a little bit scared of what he will get this poor country into next.

Answer 8

There are Boundaries that should not be crossed! To make jokes about the President is an unfortunate fact of television and satire!

To usurp support of the Commander in Chief for Partisan or Anti-American goals is way out of bounds during a period of armed conflict!

Congress authorized the Conflict and commissioned the President to do the dirty job, he needs support not cheap shots and treasonous behavior from citizens of this country!

Answer 9

Yes it's true, always has been, in fact it seems to be hip to bash all the hopefuls for the upcoming elections. It's not a fad however, as fads last only a short time.



You do rule.

Answer 10

Yeah, I think the presidency has always been an easy target no matter how good or bad the guy is at his job. I seem to remember plenty of people bashing Regan, and that was considered popular at the time.

Answer 11

It's not "hip" but it is with in our rights as Americans to criticize our leaders when we desire to.



Presidents have always been a target of comics and people in general. It comes with the territory.

It's been said before "If you can't take the heat get out of the kitchen".

Answer 12

I think so - look at all the brainless Hollywood types who suddenly think they're political commentators. Even CNN has admitted that you're much better off in Hollywood if you're a liberal.



Everyone is entitled to their opinion, but when they can't back up their position, that tells me that they really don't know what they're talking about. Quite often, you can tell they are parroting back things they've heard elsewhere.

Answer 13

Nothing "hip" or "cool" about it you insensitive little brat! Yes, the 1st amendment gives you the freedom to act that way......but there was a time when people showed some respect for the office. Obviously, kids today are not taught the word RESPECT!!!!!

Answer 14

Almost all liberal input here is just name calling and fabricated slander. I seldom see any real points to discuss. Until I see something besides the same old tired rhetoric, I'll just assume that all Libs hate just for the fun of it.

Answer 15

i must agree, i noticed that it is becoming a fad. i remember when the elections were around for bush and kerry, all the people around me were sayin they wanted bush to win. then a few years later all the people that said they wanted bush to win are the ones saying he's not good. its pretty comical.

Answer 16

I respect our president Bush but I have my own opinion on war in Iraq.

Answer 17

I dont think its a trend at all, we have freedom of speech and to voice our opinions and the constitutional right t "mock" our leaders when they are not doing the things as they should

Answer 18

I personally tend to agree with the president, but it's fun to point out things about him in a funny way without being mean or political (ie. he can't speak good for crap).

Answer 19

It is childish and immature; a practice used by Monday morning quarter backs. It is so typically a democrats way of demeaning ones self!

Answer 20

i think people will make fun of the president regardless of anything..people will find comments to make...its sad..but even so some of the comments are kinda true

Answer 21

Because everyone's piling on I don't think it's particularly 'hip' right now. But I understand what you're saying.

Answer 22

Bush engenders a lot of anger and that is the basis for the insults.

Answer 23

first saying hip is not cool and if are president was better no one would make fun of him

Answer 24

yes we always do seem to bash the person in power even though we have given over our country to them and look to them for guidance.



i guess it is kinda like when you were younger when you talked bad about your parents around your friends.

Answer 25

No, but I thinks it's "hip" to speak your mind about important issues, absolutely!

Answer 26

it almost seems like a trend now days. With one person controlling (almost) millions of people, it's impossible to please everyone! it seems like the people who aren't happy with him, feel the need to bring him down as much as possible (don't know why). Oh well!Lol

Answer 27

Well yeah I do think it's sorta become a part of our everyday life, but it's shameful and disgraceful. I think people who do this should be shot.

Answer 28

Very nice way to put it!



Yeah. Everyone knows that no matter who is in office, he/she (yep - we need to have a she one day) will get picked on.

Answer 29

Not at all! Everyone has the right to their opinion!

Answer 30

I don't think it is hip or cool, I think it is accurate.

Answer 31

absolutely! we all need to feel better about ourselves. why not pick on the president.

Answer 32

My toe hurts! Oh, I just ain't satisfied! George Bush it's all his fault. My car wouldn't start, I think I saw Dick Cheney messing with it!

Answer 33

It's just all in fun.......some people get real involved tho & then they loose it.

Answer 34

It's the latest- but it is wrong-

Answer 35

yes I guess so

Answer 36

no it most certainly is NOT ok dammit!