Karl Rove

Tyler · Post by **Tyler** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 7:00 am

Found this in the paper this morning, thought you'd all enjoy it.
G'day!

anniemcu · Post by **anniemcu** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 9:14 am

Ah, yessss... 'He Who Must Not Be Named' ....

jbarter · Post by **jbarter** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 9:24 am

Two weeks ago I was blissfully unaware of this bloke's existence. How powerful is he? Where is he in the chain of command? How many people would have to die for him to take over?

susnfx · Post by **susnfx** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 9:34 am

He's Bush's top advisor and is extraordinarily powerful in influencing the President. He's not in any governmental "chain of command" and would never be in line for the presidency.

Susan

anniemcu · Post by **anniemcu** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 9:40 am

jbarter wrote:Two weeks ago I was blissfully unaware of this bloke's existence. How powerful is he? Where is he in the chain of command? How many people would have to die for him to take over?

He has been the key 'behind the scenes' player in the whole of GWBush's 'successful' political history. He is seen as a hero by many on the far right, apparently, and is certainly in a very, very powerful position politically, though he has not been elected to that position. Rove is considered the 'puppetmaster' by many. Do a Google on him and ... have loads of strong drink available.

jbarter · Post by **jbarter** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 9:45 am

Power without responsibility or accountability. A scary combination and unfortunately not that uncommon as you look around the world.

anniemcu · Post by **anniemcu** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 9:53 am

jbarter wrote:Power without responsibility or accountability. A scary combination and unfortunately not that uncommon as you look around the world.

Indeed.

Jerry Freeman · Post by **Jerry Freeman** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 10:02 am

I haven't read it, but the book, Bush's Brain, is about Karl Rove and his role in the administration and its ascension to to the presidency. You might go to www.amazon.com and look it up.

Best wishes,
Jerry

gonzo914 · Post by **gonzo914** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 10:48 am

jbarter wrote:Two weeks ago I was blissfully unaware of this bloke's existence. How powerful is he? Where is he in the chain of command? How many people would have to die for him to take over?

Rove is kind of like Richelieu, but without the restraining influence of ethics and decorum.

jsluder · Post by **jsluder** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 12:16 pm

Here is an interesting opinion piece on this subject. (Disclaimer: I know nothing about the author or the web site; this is the first time I've read anything from either one.)

dwinterfield · Post by **dwinterfield** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 1:38 pm

Rove has been with W since before he (W) entered politics. He is widely credited with devising all political strategies that led Bush to the White House. His current position is Deputy Chief of Staff. He is considered the voice of Christian Conservatism in the White House and since the last election has been working with many local party officials to solidify the religious conservative political base for the future. Very smart, very creative and there is no dirty trick too reprehensible if it will further his objectives.

Some have suggested that the idea of Bush firing Rove demonstrates a lack of understanding their relationship and who is in charge.

Jerry Freeman · Post by **Jerry Freeman** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 2:09 pm

dwinterfield wrote:Some have suggested that the idea of Bush firing Rove demonstrates a lack of understanding their relationship and who is in charge.

I believe the quote was, "That would be like Charlie McCarthy firing Edgar Bergin."

Best wishes,
Jerry

jsluder · Post by **jsluder** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 2:21 pm

Jerry Freeman wrote:
dwinterfield wrote:Some have suggested that the idea of Bush firing Rove demonstrates a lack of understanding their relationship and who is in charge.
I believe the quote was, "That would be like Charlie McCarthy firing Edgar Bergin."

Best wishes,
Jerry

Post by **Nanohedron** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 4:04 pm

gonzo914 wrote:
jbarter wrote:Two weeks ago I was blissfully unaware of this bloke's existence. How powerful is he? Where is he in the chain of command? How many people would have to die for him to take over?
Rove is kind of like Richelieu, but without the restraining influence of ethics and decorum.

Yeah, he gives éminence grise a bad name.

The Weekenders · Post by **The Weekenders** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 4:58 pm

A few more of these posts and I will be able to start rhyming them into a Mark Russell-type song. "He's over the top, he is, that Karl Rove and makes you wanna cry" etc etc.

Get out the torches and pitchforks, the village is a-risin....

P.S. Somehow I missed the memo that said exactly when the mantle of crypto-leadership was transferred from Dick Cheney to Rove, come to think of it. Musta been that fifth heart attack....