Moving forth in the holiday spirit

Last week, in the tradition of Thanksgiving, Joe Lieberman returned to his home state of Connecticut, holding his first press conference on home turf since the campaign ended. Responding to reporters with his wife, Haddasa, from his office in Hartford, Lieberman spoke mainly of the economy and the president-elect. "I think some of the points of contention, major contention, are ending," he said, in reference to the Iraq War, which caused him to lose favor with Connecticut democrats in the first place. On the economy, he remarked that it “is not waiting for Inauguration Day.” When it came time to speak of Obama, Lieberman showered him with praise, lauding the choice of economic advisors as well as nearly everything else having to do with the transition. "Everything that President-elect Obama has done since election night has been just about perfect,” Lieberman said.

Though his tone toward the democratic victor has eased dramatically, Lieberman has not been so quickly forgiven by those who feel he betrayed them by supporting McCain. Many supporters are angry that Lieberman was allowed to keep his chairmanship of the Homeland Security Committee. The Connecticut Democratic Central Committee is now considering censuring him from the state party. They are said to announce their decision before Christmas after a series of talks.

Though some supporters say they are willing to forgive Lieberman, others haven’t moved on so quickly. Approximately 53% of people polled in CT expressed dissatisfaction with the senator, while 76% of state Democrats reported animosity.

Nonetheless, Lieberman seems to be moving forth in the holiday spirit. On Tuesday, he visited a CT food bank and kindly accepted pies from still-supportive constituents. He later insinuated that he would run again for Senate in 2012, though additional details were not provided. For now, Lieberman seems to be sticking to his mantra of, “We’ve got to unite,” though many remain skeptical.

One thing is for sure. J-Lieb’s future is unsure.

J-Lieb on Meet the Press this morning

A Letter to Joe Worth Reading

By far my favorite piece on J-Lieb from the liberal junkies’ huffingtonpost.com—

“Dear Senator Lieberman,

Congratulations! You got away with it! So despite having supported and endorsed the Republican candidate for president -- and going so far as to question the patriotism of the Democratic nominee -- you've managed to keep your chairmanship. By rights, you should've been summarily ejector-seated from your committees, bonked on the head with your gavels -- cartoon-style -- and hauled from the Democratic caucus naked and on a rail whilst being pelted with wadded-up copies of your RNC address…”

Read the rest here: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bob-cesca/an-open-letter-to-joe-lie_b_145026.html

Lieberman to keep chairmanship

Read all about it! In a vote earlier today, Senate Democrats voted to allow Joe Lieberman to hold onto his Homeland Security Commitete chairmanship, though we was forced to relinquish his less prestigious chairmanship of a subcommittee to the Environment and Public Works Committee. So much for Joe going Red.

Reference: http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=97132652

ABC news Clip

http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/up/player/popup/?rn=3906861&cl=10732653&ch=4226716&src=news

This Video offers a review of Joe Lieberman's situation in the Senate, debating how he got through endorsing McCain without losing his caucasing rights or his seat on the subcommittee.

Light for Joe?

It seems that Joe Lieberman is going to remain with the Democratic party in the senate. But under the conditions that he give up his place as subcommittee chairman. Whether or not Joe remains with the democrats, with his subcommittee or with both, is being decided today by democrats by secret ballot. Rather than enduring fatal damage to his political career because of McCain's loss, it seems Lieberman may pull through this one. President-elect Obama told Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid that Lieberman should remian with the Democratic party and caucus with them in the Senate. Following this, Harry Reid told Lieberman that he thinks it would be quote "unacceptable" for him to retire his position on the subcommittee.

J-Lieb Latest Developments

In the past few days, prominent political figures have shown increasing support for the removal of Joe Lieberman from his top committee post, but not necessarily for his removal from the Democratic Party. Meanwhile, the Independent Senator has been meeting with key Senate Republicans. Read more here about the latest opinions on what to do with J-Lieb--http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-lieberman15-2008nov15,0,478482.story

Booted from the Party?

On Reid and Lieberman's meeting today:

"Reid, in a sternly worded statement after the 45-minute meeting, said no official decisions have been made. But an aide to the Nevada Democrat said Reid was leaning toward removing Lieberman as chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. The aide spoke on condition of anonymity because the discussions were confidential."

Read more here: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/11/06/lieberman-tries-to-cling_n_141876.html

What to do with J-Lieb now?

After Barack Obama’s big win last night, talk about Sen. Joe Lieberman’s party status has ensued. Democrats are threatening Lieberman with the loss of his chairmanship of the Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee as payback for supporting Sen. McCain in the presidential race. Harry Reid, the Senate Majority Leader, is expected to meet with Lieberman tomorrow to begin talks about his role in the party.

After it was announced that Barack Obama will serve as the next president of the United States, Lieberman said in a written statement, “It is time to put partisan considerations aside and come together as a nation to solve the difficult challenges we face and make our blessed land stronger and safer." His recent bipartisan tone has put Lieberman in limbo, as both the Democrats and Republicans want him on their side if only for the sake of a numerical advantage.

Sen. Chris Dodd said that while he was “disappointed with Joe’s decision to support John McCain…[he] is a Democrat. We count of his vote and his support.”

Other Dems aren’t so enthusiastic about Lieberman. State Democratic Party Chairwoman Nancy DiNardo is anxious to see what will happen with Lieberman. State Democrats are considering a resolution urging the state party to censure Lieberman and force to step down as a registered Democrat.

On the other hand, Republicans would be thrilled to have Lieberman’s added support.

“I’ve said all along, ‘Joe, these are welcoming arms. C’mon, Joe,’” Sen. John Ensign (Nev.), chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, joked on Tuesday night.

“We love Joe Lieberman, and if the Democrats don’t want you, Joe, c’mon, we’ll give you a big bear hug,” he continued.

We’ll just have to wait and see what happens to the famous J-Lieb in the days to come.

Enough Joe

At a last minute rally in Colorado with Joe Lieberman, McCain made the following comments:

"We got Joe the Plumber and we got Joe Lieberman...That's great."

Then he jokingly added, "Then we got Joe the Biden. Can't be perfect."

McCain presented a final positive face on his underdog status. "I feel momentum. ... We're gonna win this election. We're gonna win it."

I am so ready for this hackneyed, vapid Joe babble to be over. Joe the Plumber didn't work and Joe Lieberman never had Joe-mentum and clearly didn't bring any momentum to McCain. Sorry John. Looks like Joe Biden turned out to be the greatest Joe.

(http://blogs.courant.com/on_background/2008/11/lieberman-takes-stage-with-mcc.html)

As the Hours until the Election tick by... Lieberman holds his Breath: Was his endorsement of McCain worth it all?

As the election comes closer and closer, Joe Lieberman will just have to hold his breath and see how his course of actions (by this I mean his endorsement of a Republican candidate, although he is "independent" democrat) and sticking to his beliefs, (though laudable) will effect him politically. Yes, he has definately suffered blows from the left, but if we see a Republican victory on November 4th, Lieberman will be seen in history books as a strong political leader who stuck to his beliefs. If we see a Democratic Victory for America on November 4th, then in the words of Borat, will Lieberman's decision be seen favoribly... "not so much". This could play out similar to Giuliani's Florida Strategy by being either genius, or an unmitigated disaster. All Lieberman has to do is wait.


Concerning Lieberman's Party affiliation
two differing opinions display what fellow politicians think of Lieberman, as he is thrown in a human tug-of-war match.

On the democratic side:
On the democratic side, Senator John Kerry of Massachusetts, the 2004 Democratic presidential candidate, "was asked point blank if he wanted Lieberman in the Democratic caucus. "I want him to be a Democrat. You bet," Kerry replied." according to NBC's "Meet the Press"

On the Republican side:
Senator John Ensign of Nevada, the head of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, said "I will say that if Joe wants to leave the Democrat Party and join us, we'd welcome him with open arms." when Schieffer posed a similar question.

There are about 25 hours until November 4th

on the side, I have posted a very compelling video which encourages the youth population to vote.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvLgBTJXZUQ