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Chris Christie: Obama ‘outstanding’ in response to Hurricane Sandy

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http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/election-2012/wp/2012/10/30/chris-christie-obama-outstanding-in-response-to-hurricane-sandy/

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R), generally a harsh critic of President Obama, has nothing but praise for the White House response to Hurricane Sandy.

“The federal government’s response has been great. I was on the phone at midnight again last night with the President, personally, he has expedited the designation of New Jersey as a major disaster area,” Christie, a top surrogate for Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, said on NBC’s “Today.”
He added, “The President has been outstanding in this and so have the folks at FEMA.”
On MSNBC’s “Morning Joe,” Christie was equally laudatory, saying “the President has been all over this and he deserves great credit.” Obama, he said, “told me to call him if I needed anything and he absolutely means it, and it’s been very good working with the President and his administration.”

This is exactly how I would love to see politics be at all times. Normally, I am not a fan of Christie but I appreciate that he has put the people of his state above all others and certainly above hyper-partisan BS that is easy to sling. I appreciate the fact that he "doesn't give a damn" about presidential election politics and believe that this is a shining example of how state and federal government, as well as republicans and democrats can work together. Posted on the page is also a video I believe to be worth watching.

Thoughts?
 
In many ways it is truly genuine "above partisanship" in a time of disaster, but they are not unaware of the political consequences of their every action. Sometimes it is in their best interest to appear to be on the same page, and this includes any disaster. Both the President and his challenger are doing everything they can to not rock the boat, to be on their best game. For the President this means making with absolute certainty that FEMA is in good shape, that the folks affected are feeling positive about the government's handling. For his challenger, this means not to look out of place or offensive, and to do what he can to contribute to the effort.
 
As filthy as this campaign has been, this was a bright spot. Very wise.
 
In many ways it is truly genuine "above partisanship" in a time of disaster, but they are not unaware of the political consequences of their every action. Sometimes it is in their best interest to appear to be on the same page, and this includes any disaster. Both the President and his challenger are doing everything they can to not rock the boat, to be on their best game. For the President this means making with absolute certainty that FEMA is in good shape, that the folks affected are feeling positive about the government's handling. For his challenger, this means not to look out of place or offensive, and to do what he can to contribute to the effort.

I agree, Fiddy, there is always politics to be played unfortunately. I do however like to see this sort of behavior across party lines. It's become altogether too common to forget that we are all American's first, and at the end of the day we should come together in the case of emergency. It's sickening to me to see people dying and others in tremendous danger while seeing others pointing fingers and figuring out how to blame the otherside to gain political traction. Whether this was genuine or not, it was a breath of fresh air to see and would think it would be an absolute improvement to bring some of that attitude to partisan politics in Washington. I think alot more would be accomplished if parties complimented each other for political gain instead of focusing always on the attack.
 
He can always say that even though Obama wasn't a very good POTUS, maybe he would have a future as FEMA Director.

I can hear Pres. Romney saying to him at some natural disaster site, "you're doing a helluva job, Brownie...er, Barry."
 
Looks like Christie was a RINO in disguise this whole time, you can never tell can you? Talk about the enemy within
 
Looks like Christie was a RINO in disguise this whole time, you can never tell can you? Talk about the enemy within

Ha. If Governors can get help, they like any President of the United States during any natural disaster.
 
Looks like Christie was a RINO in disguise this whole time, you can never tell can you? Talk about the enemy within

Pure lack of common sense.
 
Looks like Christie was a RINO in disguise this whole time, you can never tell can you? Talk about the enemy within

You're kidding, right.

For those who might take your sentiments seriously, Christie's gesture does nothing less than make him appear less oppressive to some less-than-staunch Conservative, Indi & Liberal voters. It is ,strateegery wise, a smart move to show his ability to get along with Democrats.
 
You're kidding, right.

For those who might take your sentiments seriously, Christie's gesture does nothing less than make him appear less oppressive to some less-than-staunch Conservative, Indi & Liberal voters. It is ,strateegery wise, a smart move to show his ability to get along with Democrats.

I am kidding, its a joke at the expense of those far right conservatives who go on these witch hunts for "RINOs." Reminds me of the "Scarlet Letter."
 
Looks like Christie was a RINO in disguise this whole time, you can never tell can you? Talk about the enemy within

Yeah, it's a shame. In my opinion he, like all the other folks in high-level politics are dirtballs. And I don't care what label you attach to them.
 
Ha. If Governors can get help, they like any President of the United States during any natural disaster.



Like the LA Gov who resisted asking for Federal Aid and then blamed Bush for not violating the posse Comitatus Act.

Interesting that the Democrat Pres was lauded for cooperative efforts by the Republican Gov but the Republican pres was condemned by the Dem Gov.

Almost makes you think that the Dems play politics while the Reps work in the real world...
 
Like the LA Gov who resisted asking for Federal Aid and then blamed Bush for not violating the posse Comitatus Act.

Interesting that the Democrat Pres was lauded for cooperative efforts by the Republican Gov but the Republican pres was condemned by the Dem Gov.

Almost makes you think that the Dems play politics while the Reps work in the real world...

My god, can't you just take this not only as a positive interaction but also as a separate event from others? Are you the type that if a coin flips heads 5 times in a row, then it "must" act a certain way on the next flip? People, places, and events all vary greatly, and to label anything with such certainty is just plain ignorant. Stop being a hack and take the situation for what it's worth. There are PLENTY of sleazy politicians and a select few honorable ones on either side. To label an entire group instead of the individual actions taken is dishonest at best.
 
My god, can't you just take this not only as a positive interaction but also as a separate event from others? Are you the type that if a coin flips heads 5 times in a row, then it "must" act a certain way on the next flip? People, places, and events all vary greatly, and to label anything with such certainty is just plain ignorant. Stop being a hack and take the situation for what it's worth. There are PLENTY of sleazy politicians and a select few honorable ones on either side. To label an entire group instead of the individual actions taken is dishonest at best.

Can't you admit that he's right?

You applaud Christie, yet won't be condemn the bull**** political attacks that Bush was subjected to after Hurricane Katrina.
 
Can't you admit that he's right?

You applaud Christie, yet won't be condemn the bull**** political attacks that Bush was subjected to after Hurricane Katrina.

I'm sorry, do you know me and every personal stance I hold? Better still, can you show me where I condemned bull**** political attacks on Bush after Katrina? Here's the scoop...I disagreed with many of Bush's actions as President, the same as I disagree with many of Obama's actions as President. I however took each event as it came, not basing my opinion on rhetoric or party line opinion. My point is every event does NOT play out the same and for you to say you know my stance on a topic based on party line assumptions is ridiculous.
 
I am kidding, its a joke at the expense of those far right conservatives who go on these witch hunts for "RINOs." Reminds me of the "Scarlet Letter."

My apologies - I missed the sarcasm!
 
I'm sorry, do you know me and every personal stance I hold?

Hows about you tell us, then.

Better still, can you show me where I condemned bull**** political attacks on Bush after Katrina? Here's the scoop...I disagreed with many of Bush's actions as President, the same as I disagree with many of Obama's actions as President. I however took each event as it came, not basing my opinion on rhetoric or party line opinion. My point is every event does NOT play out the same and for you to say you know my stance on a topic based on party line assumptions is ridiculous.

I believe that I can safely say that I can't show you that. ;)
 
Hows about you tell us, then.

I told you about the stance that I hold about this, because it's pertinent to the topic at hand. It's a different situation than Katrina was. I think there were things that were handled appropriately and others that weren't, but I also believe it was a problem on a much grander scale, so as such more problems could be expected.

I believe that I can safely say that I can't show you that. ;)

Then I ask that you reply to the topic at hand instead of making assumptions. I don't mean to be rude, as I don't believe that accomplishes anything, but I do ask the same respect from you. Do you believe that Obama handled the situation well? Do you think that it should be seen as positive or negative that Christie and Obama are working well with each other across party lines in this situation? This is what I care about at this time, in this post.

P.S. - Whether this situation was handled well/poorly for political reasons is not really the question at hand. I view the whole interaction as a positive and would like to see this kind of teamwork across the political spectrum (even with inevitable hidden agendas)
 
Like the LA Gov who resisted asking for Federal Aid and then blamed Bush for not violating the posse Comitatus Act.

Interesting that the Democrat Pres was lauded for cooperative efforts by the Republican Gov but the Republican pres was condemned by the Dem Gov.

Almost makes you think that the Dems play politics while the Reps work in the real world...

Well, folks in North Dakota and Minnesota (Pawlenty among them) complained when Obama didn't show up to see the flooded areas of Minot, even though he was invited by our Governor. Politics factors in this sort of thing all the time. In reality, if they could get good attention and some good ol' fashioned federal government aid money, it's what we want.
 
Then I ask that you reply to the topic at hand instead of making assumptions. I don't mean to be rude, as I don't believe that accomplishes anything, but I do ask the same respect from you. Do you believe that Obama handled the situation well? Do you think that it should be seen as positive or negative that Christie and Obama are working well with each other across party lines in this situation? This is what I care about at this time, in this post.

P.S. - Whether this situation was handled well/poorly for political reasons is not really the question at hand. I view the whole interaction as a positive and would like to see this kind of teamwork across the political spectrum (even with inevitable hidden agendas)


Last time I checked, this is a "debate" forum, not an "agree" forum.
 
Last time I checked, this is a "debate" forum, not an "agree" forum.

I didn't ask you to agree with me apdst. I simply asked you to answer the questions I originally brought up, instead of changing the topic to something else. Would you not agree (this time I am asking for agreement) that giving you the choice between whether or not this interaction between Obama and Christie should be viewed as positive or negative is certainly not "asking for agreement." The views are very much open to debate. Also, asking for a hint of decorum is a far cry from saying "please agree with me." I'm truly curious what your views are on the topic at hand. Until you give me them, it's actually quite unlikely that we can debate anything.
 
Looks like Christie was a RINO in disguise this whole time, you can never tell can you? Talk about the enemy within

He is just brilliantly set himself up for 2016. He has destroyed his weak rival (Romney) and greatly enhanced his image in one move. Christie has pretty much sewn up the Republican nomination of 2016.
 
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He is just brilliantly setting himself up for 2016. He has destroyed his rival (Romney) and greatly enhanced his image in one move. Christie has pretty much sewn up the Republican nomination of 2016.

I'll admit, the cynic in me kinda wondered that as well.
 
I'll admit, the cynic in me kinda wondered that as well.

my comment is pretty much tongue-in-cheek, as I think Christie is genuine in is comments. I do think, however, that I am right on the result.

Sandy is the October surprise and the Romney demise (though his Jeep ad in Ohio is probably what really cooked him).
 
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