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Lieberman Unable to Attend Restoring Courage Jerusalem Event

Aug. 19, 2011 6:19pm Madeleine Morgenstern

Sen. Joe Lieberman (I-Conn.) will not be attending Glenn Beck’s Restoring Courage event in Jerusalem next week, a spokesperson for the senator said Friday.

“Because of a family commitment, Sen. Lieberman will regrettably not be able to attend the Restoring Courage rally which Glenn Beck and others are holding in Jerusalem, Israel on August 24,” a Lieberman spokesperson told Washington Jewish Week.

Lieberman first announced his intention to attend the event, schedule permitting, during an appearance on Beck’s Fox News show in June. In subsequent discussions, the senator’s attendance was never definite.

Lieberman, who is Jewish, was a longtime member of the Democratic Party before switching to become an independent. He has long been an ardent supporter and defender of Israel.

“Sen. Lieberman supports this event and wishes he could be there in person to express his support for a secure and free Israel, for Jerusalem as the undivided capital of Israel, and for a rock-solid U.S.-Israel relationship based on shared, eternal values and common current interests and enemies,” the spokesperson said.

Lieberman’s announcement comes one day after Rep. Joe Walsh (R-Ill.) told Beck the House Ethics Committee barred members of Congress from attending the event. On Friday, however, Walsh said that after a follow-up conversation with the Committee where he clarified the event’s purpose, he could be cleared to go.

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therapist
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:51pm
Who is surprised?

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- Restored One
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:59pm
  He has a book that he has been promoting for the past week, maybe he has a book signing. Oh wait, he does not work on the Sabbath.
  
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- NHwinter
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:05pm
  I e-mailed good ole Joe and told him what I thought of him. He knew for months this event was planned. Now he has obligations? Thats crap. He is like all the DC politicians, useless and worthless. God bless Glenn and God bless and protect Israel.
  
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- Sicboy
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:07pm
  Family? More like, who knows what would happen to his family if he went. Politicians are so pathetic. That goes for both party’s.
  
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- HKS
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:13pm
  Plays the middle as well as anyone.
  
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- Danzig
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:39pm
  What a guy, he knew for weeks about it and now at the last minute he cancels because of family commitment/obligation. Such honor and courage. Wait a minute, he is a politician. Honor and courage and politician do not go together in the same sentence.
  
  God bless you Beck for your honor and courage in standing for Israel.
  
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- swampbuck
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:39pm
  one by one all the spineless wienies are dropping out….
  
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- swampbuck
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:47pm
  wonder how many of the GOP hopefuls will show up…
  
  Herman Cain was one of the first.. He is still my guy and he better not let me down..
  
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- missionarydad
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:54pm
  Family does come first as we do not know what may have come up so I am not going to judge. I will take the opportunity to say I am sure there are a lot of places Glenn would rather be also. Because of the times and what is going on with Israel however there is no place that Glenn would be no matter what as he clearly sees the seriousness of the situation and was more than willing to be there standing alone if necessary. I really have a deep abiding respect for Glenn. He is very courageous and he is one of a very small number of people in the entire world willing to take action and stand up for righteousness.
  
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- ddg7
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:56pm
  Not surprised at all. Remember his ‘I’m not sure who I’ll support for president’ statement. In case you have any doubts it won’t be a republican. He’s such a fraud!
  
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- veruca salt
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 8:13pm
  Glenn has painted himself in a corner and now one can add Boehner and Lieberman to the list of people who have concluded Glenn is too far on the fringe to be associated with. The list started with a number of radio stations who ditched him in the past and recently continued with Rupert Murdoch and Roger Ailes. Good luck with the rally, Glenn!
  
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- 101
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 8:18pm
  Never trust a politician & never take them at their word.
  
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- chazman
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 8:23pm
  … he doesn’t care about jews, even though he is one, but not really … giant, strategic mistake, Joe ‘The Jew’ Leiberman. See? No one has forgotten you are jewish. What’s yer problem? Oh, just another poster boy for TERM LIMITS …
  
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- DeannaRae
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 8:47pm
  Perhaps announcing one’s schedule is a dangerous thing to do. Wait and see.
  
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- 1bambam
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 9:11pm
  A little known secret is that he‘s going to be in Martha’s Vineyards…..with John McCain,, John Boehner,,Mitch McConnel,,,Lyndsy Graham,,,,,Barry Ubama…and a number of other washed up Republicans …..for the “CONFIRMING WERE COWARDS RALLY”
  
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- Armed Patriot
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 9:47pm
  Id bet dollars to dimes that the Democratic Party is his prior commitment. He was threatened in some way. COWARD. I used to think he was a stand up guy, though he was a dem. Since I have been watching this guy is the stuff you wash off after sex. Shame on you Liberwoman. Shame on you. Family commitment my A$$.
  
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- NancyBee
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 9:48pm
  I’m not a bit surprised..He’s a flip flopper!
  
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- Armed Patriot
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 9:51pm
  Glenn, I stand with you. Courage, we have it, at least some of us do. The dems can never be trusted to be honorable. We will do our best. We wont be there but in spirit but we support you, morally, spiritually, and financially. We will be with you restoring courage from 93309. God bless and good luck. Silly dems, guts are for conservatives.
  
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- Ruler4You
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 9:59pm
  Lieberman “IS” a coward. He is a liberal, as a liberal the foremost prerequisite is to be a coward.
  
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- Contrarian51
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 10:30pm
  It’s not politics or having been threatened by the Democratic party. He’s already announced he’s retiring and not running for re-election at the end of his term. Who can threaten him with anything at this point?
  
  DDG7: Lieberman supported McCain against Obama so when he now says he hasn’t decided who he’ll support, why would you not believe it? Chances are he’s just waiting to see if the Republicans nominate someone he can stand. There is no basis for questioning what he says about this.
  
  1BAMBAM, I have no idea where you came up with what you posted. I wonder if you do.
  
  The “family” issue or conflict will eventually come out and then you can all judge the legitimacy of it. Or you can do what you’re doing, and rush to judgment before you know the facts.
  
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- 1bambam
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 10:57pm
  Contrarian51……I’ll talk real slow so you can keep up….are you still with me……. it’s ahhh I guess we can say a style on how to make a point ……….now pay close attention here’s where it gets a little tricky…….Joe Libermann……John McCain,, John Boehner,,…Mitch McConnel,,,…Lyndsy Graham,,,,..,Barry Ubama………are you ready……..here comes the point ………their all “COWARDS”……I hope you were able to follow that …Contrarian51
  
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- 1bambam
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 11:06pm
  Contrarian51 Sorry I forgot it’s called “SARCASM” now do you understand we I got that from??
  
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- dadadadio
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 11:06pm
  I love Glenn, but never understood how or why he isolated himself from the rest of the talk radio universe. He has received virtually ZERO mention or support in this effort from others who could really help him – Hannity, Levin, Rusty Humphreys, Rush….It’s like GB doesn’t exist to them. On the other hand, he ignores them as well, even once intentionally mispronouncing Mark Levin’s name when I know damned well Glenn knows all about him. I’m afraid GBTV will isolated him further. I wish him the best in his efforts, but he is all alone in them – and needlessly, in my view.
  
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- techengineer11
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 11:50pm
  No one wants to be around Glenn while he’s shedding those crocidile tears for the Jews.. Even Jews are offended by the pretense. lol
  
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- Caniac Steve
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 11:58pm
  I’m NOT but do remember he did say publicly he would try to attend if hos personal; schedule permited…not his senatorial one..but his personal..but still I wasn’t gonna hold my breath as I’d belive it if i saw it…
  
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- justafollower
  Posted on August 20, 2011 at 12:03am
  I’m not surprised but I am like.. WTF! at how the US politicians have “black balled” the event. That’s some scary shyt if you ask me. That’s how you KNOW something fishy is up!
  
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- freeus
  Posted on August 20, 2011 at 12:06am
  I am not surprised that Joe is short of courage. Lieberman should have retired a long time ago. Mazel tov, Joe.
  
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- DTOM_Jericho (Creator vindicator)
  Posted on August 20, 2011 at 12:26am
  This is the same ethics committee that basically did nothing to Rangel? Why are senators allowed to attend Bilderberg meetings? Why are you asking permission? Congress is weak and only getting weaker. Bunch of chicken sh*ts. Don’t worry, some of us have the backbone you don’t and we’re getting fed up.
  
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- IntransigentMind
  Posted on August 20, 2011 at 1:03am
  Well, it’s possible. On the other hand, Israel matters, irrespective of Liebermann.
  http://markamerica.com/2011/08/19/why-israel-matters/
  
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- Shiroi Raion
  Posted on August 20, 2011 at 1:10am
  I trust Lieberman really does have a family commitment. I was hoping he would win the 2004 Democratic primaries because I believed he was an honest man. I was hoping Clinton, Gore, and later Kerry would lose their primaries because I believed they were dishonest megalomaniacs.
  One of the most important characteristics in choosing who I will vote for is honesty because character matters – greatly.
  Obama and McCain… it was a lose/lose in 2008. I didn’t vote, but I will this time. Anyone would be better than Obama.
  
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- mils
  Posted on August 20, 2011 at 4:08am
  Oh pooh…he had plenty of time to become.. “uncommitted”…this is a once in a life time event..but then it’s Joe..what can we expect…
  
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- grandmaof5
  Posted on August 20, 2011 at 8:49am
  No honor or courage here – just a spineless old man who bows to other politicians. Joe, when you come face-to-face with God are you going to lie to him too?
  
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- isaacty
  Posted on August 20, 2011 at 1:03pm
  A true politician. Can’t stand up for what is right, don’t want to upset the Washington machine. I can honestly say I am not the least bit shocked.
  
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- Sara
  Posted on August 20, 2011 at 4:48pm
  How about waiting before jumping to judgement? My guess is no one outside of the two parties involved knows anything close to the full story. Either way, who are we to project anger towards him? That isn’t how Glenn would want his audience to treat the Senator. We all should know from watching the left that jumping to conclusions doesn’t do anything but make you look foolish.
  
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- jjoy
  Posted on August 20, 2011 at 5:24pm
  Yep… joe wouldn’t want to do anything that might upset his relationship with obama and the dims…
  
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- lillymckim
  Posted on August 20, 2011 at 8:54pm
  @restoredone
  
  I saw him promoting his book as well .. on Fox
  
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- sabrinacle
  Posted on August 21, 2011 at 5:54am
  he’s known about this event since its inseption. Leiberman is selling Glenn out. SO much for “friendship”
  
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- beckisnuts
  Posted on August 21, 2011 at 9:37am
  Not me. I stated that Lieberman would not be attending this rally to launch GBTV many weeks ago. Everyone that matters knows that this so called rally is a sham designed only to advance Genneth’s career and business. This comes as no surprise at all. Additionally, Lieberman’s motivation for appearing on Beck’s show earlier this week was almost certainly to promote his new book. Face it gang, the word is out on Beck: HE IS NUTS.
  
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- beckisnuts
  Posted on August 21, 2011 at 10:04am
  GBTV is not taking off. Glenn’s rally seems to be floundering so far. The numbers that come out next week will tell the whole story. Should be interesting and revealing. See gang? I did my own homework.
  
  http://www.alexa.com/siteinfo/gbtv.com#
  
  Of special note: only 1.4% of the few people that have visited the site actually signed up. OUCH
  
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- proudpatriot77
  Posted on August 21, 2011 at 11:41am
  Guess someone needs to hold an event to restore Lieberman’s courage. Why would you publicly committ to go? What family event, other than unexpected death or birth, can prevent you from going?
  
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Ron_WA
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:50pm
I’m not too surprised he’s pulling out. Lieberman is an observant Jew & I’m sure he’d love to attend from a Faith based point of view but he’s also shrewd politician …

my guess is that he did the math & felt this event would be viewed in time w/in D.C. more as a political event rather than a religious one …

of course he might actually have a family commitment.

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- spurjimmy
  Posted on August 21, 2011 at 9:14am
  Lieberman is a hypocrite. His vote could have stopped Obamacare. Why do any of these two faced politicians get any credibility? Glad to see you leave, Joe. No need to thank America for your lavish retirement, financed by us.
  
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redbone007
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:49pm
Israel does not need Lieberman…they have God and us on thier side.

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- CatB
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 8:17pm
  Sounds like someone told him not to attend … I heard him numerous times talking about how he looked forward to attending .. and now this … does NOT smell right.
  
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- Mil-Dot
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 8:31pm
  Right on CatB. That is what I was thinking . He knows something. Possibly a bomb threat or other terrorist activity at the event. He is hanging Beck out to dry, just like most cowards do. I don’t buy the family commitment crap for a second. He was threatened by somebody.
  
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- Armed Patriot
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 9:54pm
  redbone007…Israel does not need Lieberman…they have God and us on their side.
  
  Amen Brother, Amen.
  
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- beckisnuts
  Posted on August 21, 2011 at 9:49am
  They have “God” on their side? Sure they do, just like Texas does as the whole state suffers the worst drought and heat in recorded history. Just like the Pope did yesterday in Spain during that torrential rain storm. Just like the Rev Jesse Jackson did when Obama became the first black President.
  
  Israel needs a hell of a lot more than superstition to solve their problems. They definitely don’t need PT Beckum’s snake oil circus.
  
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The-Monk
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:48pm
He’s still flip-flopping. He was a Democrat before flipping to an Independent. He was going to go before he flipped to not going. I heard him on Glenn’s radio show (and regardless of his PR staff says now) he was definitely going. Someone’s pulling his lease or he’s just afraid of the danger. (Can’t blame him is it’s just fear, that place is danagerous).

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- jlong522
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:16pm
  I could understand it if he is scared but at least have the guts to say it from the safety of our soil to say that! I believe he has been scolded by the establishment. He was for sure he was coming at the first of this week.
  
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- The-Monk
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:43pm
  @jlong522
  Your 2 points are exactly right. As soon as I hit the reply button I realized that I miss both of them but didn’t send another post to add them. Good catch! You were reading my mind on that one.
  
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AngelThree
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:47pm
Lieberman would Deny the Holocoust if he had to choose between Keeping his Job or Loosing it…. Actions Speak Louder than Words Joe….. Guess you Don’t have any Courage when it comes to Principals of Right or Wrong….. Shame on you…. Hang your Head in Shame Joe….. How about Sending a Family Member in your Stead….? or is that Verboten as well…… Hell…… I’ll go in your place man…. If I had the funding I would go in a Heart Beat….. I would even work for food while I was there….. Shameful…..Shameful….Shameful….

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lonewolf57
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:46pm
Thanks a lot Joe Lieberman.You seemed to be a man of courage and of his convictions.Funny how doing the decent and honorable thing is so fleeting with politicians.
Its no wonder the American people have such a low opinion of you and your ‘colleagues’.
OF BOTH PARTY’S!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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MODEL82A1
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:43pm
Sorry, Blazers, but Glenn Beck is a fringe political figure, at best. He’s delusional to expect public shows of support from any elected officials.

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- Barry TN
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:19pm
  NHWINTER, Them dudes in Wasington wear ties full of lies. Not many I trust as far as I could throw them.
  
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- Eaglesnest
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 8:22pm
  Beck is not a “political figure”, he is a commentator and is regularly critical both political parties.
  
  Lieberman switched many long-held positions back in 200 when he agreed to be Al Gore’s running mate, that I have not forgotten.
  
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- MODEL82A1
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 8:35pm
  Ok, EAGLE, if you want to get honest about labeling Glenn Beck, let’s really get honest. What he believes himself to be (and what he portrays himself by his words and actions to be) is a prophet at least and the Messiah at most. And lots of his “followers” believe it, too.
  
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- Country Publius
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 10:28pm
  It wouldn’t be difficult to gaze over the socio-political landscape and simply relegate Glenn to the existing collection of dooms-dayers like Marshall Applewhite, Jim Jones, Harold Camping and Al Gore, but it would require ignoring two points:
  
  First – There’s no “money” or “power” in it for Glenn. In fact he’s pouring more of his own money into the effort than he currently has, and possibly more than he will be able to recoup.
  
  …And Second – Where the others mentioned above have never uttered a prediction that has been accurate, Glenn has nailed every prediction he’s made during the past 5-years that I’ve been paying attention to him.
  
  Prophet? …Perhaps not, but he’s immersed himself in every nook and cranny of history, and so far has outlined a remarkably accurate comparison of the parallels of today’s world situations with what has happened and has been repeated in the past.
  
  For those who would casually dismiss Glenn’s accuracy over the last few years i would warn that (to quote Friedrich Hegel) “The only thing we learn from history is that we learn nothing from history.”
  
  Don’t know about you, but that resistance to learning from history is pretty disturbing to me, and until we cast off that resistance, our future is imperiled.
  
  torr
  
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- paleoconservatarian
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 11:28pm
  He still has Lieberman’s support – only from afar, the best vantage point for a typical politician.
  
  But really, you can hardly expect much else when airstrikes are ongoing.
  
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- beckisnuts
  Posted on August 21, 2011 at 10:51am
  Model82a1 is correct. Glenneth is a fringe figure, whose followers, as demographic studies indicate, are mostly white males over the age of 65 who did not complete college. Beck lost it 2 years ago when he went off the deep end with the religious end of the world nonsense.
  
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BO_Bill
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:42pm
Glenn Beck pours out his heart for the Jewish people. In exchange for sticking his neck out, he receives a Kapo handshake from Joe Lieberman.

Observe and learn.

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- NHwinter
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:52pm
  None of these politicans have a soul. They are all empty suits only caring about their pockets being full. Shame on them.
  
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- MODEL82A1
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:07pm
  How would wearing a false Michelle Obama nose show solidarity with the Jewish people?
  
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- TEXASGRANNY73
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:21pm
  @mossbrain
  
  Are you Janine Garafolo?
  
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- cloudsofwar
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:29pm
  What a Kapo handshake?
  
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- The-Monk
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:47pm
  @cloudsofwar
  A Nazi concentration camp prisoner who was given privileges in return for supervising prisoner work gangs: often a common criminal and frequently brutal to fellow inmates.
  
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- marine43
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 8:44pm
  Mossbrain. Your name befits you a$$clown.
  
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- Ron_WA
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 11:53pm
  Everyone: just ignore MossBrain – the name says it all & he only exists to rattle your cage; don’t even respond; you give too much credit to one that doesn’t deserve it … just not worth the effort
  
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TruthSpeaker
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:40pm
Wonder who got to him ? I pray that it really is family related cause G_d knows – if he caved to pressure , he should be ashamed. IT IS ABOUT STANDING FIRM AGAINST PRESSURE.

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- cloudsofwar
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:46pm
  you know it’s ok to spell GOD.
  
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- drybackinpi
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:50pm
  It’s about courage…enough said.
  
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- CatB
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 8:18pm
  You got that DRY
  
  I guess we know who doesn’t have any (courage) … Lieberman.
  
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One Man Progressive Wrecking Crew
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:39pm
None of these people seem to be willing to put their own money where their mouths are now that turncoat see ya Boehner has denied them taxpayer money for the junket per se..

These people make me sick to my stomach more every day sans the new crop of November and they’re not exactly walking on water either but they’ve stood ground for the most part. I’m proud of my rep Joe Walsh so far, that I can say.

Like Dylan’s song, they’re mostly just blowing in the wind, that is when they’re not getting blown by some lobbyist, constituent or family friend’s teenagers…..

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republic2011
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:39pm
Lieberman is a career politician, plain and simple. And he over to jump the fence whenever it is convenient. In the end, he is a liberal progressive like all the rest. I don’t trust him and nor should any of you. “Spineless worm” is the term that comes to mind.

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- cloudsofwar
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:45pm
  maybe as he kissed OBAMA’S hand he was told not to go. LOOK OUT GLENN AND FANS.
  
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- Mil-Dot
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 8:37pm
  I never trusted Lieberman or thought he was a good man. He is a slimy politician that is in it for himself only. Period.
  
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eat-more-bacon-USA
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:39pm
Lieberman will be busy trying to decide if he will support obama in 2012. Yes, Lieberman is actually considering supporting enemy-obama for re-election. Enough said.

http://www.washingtontimes.com/blog/watercooler/2011/aug/16/picket-audio-lieberman-unsure-hell-support-obama-2/

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captdeadeye
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:37pm
Lieberman is a liar and is like George Soros- a collaborator against the Jews,.
Boehner is the betrayer
Even Joe Walsh was double talking with Pat this morning.

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- Shasta
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:57pm
  If Joe Walsh had wanted to go, he would have. Same for Lieberman.
  
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lizziebee
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:36pm
What a coward!

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Bigbird1960
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:31pm
I knew this guy didn’t have the nads to stand with his people. Chicken Crap Politician. Fire all of them except the Tea Party Folks.

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- lillymckim
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:39pm
  I will be with Glenn Beck and family watching … four nights on GBTV Aug 21 -24!
  
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- Shasta
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:40pm
  As soon as I heard he was going, I knew he did not have the character to stand by his word. This is no surprise to me.
  
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Want our country back
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:30pm
It’s too bad because I’m sure that he really wanted to be there….. however the events of the last 2 days would be cause to reconsider….. I pray for all that are brave enough to attend. It will truly be a show of courage.

God bless the USA and Israel

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- Want our country back
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:34pm
  Don’t be mad or disappointed at Joe, we all have to follow our own heart.
  
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SavingtheRepublic.com
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:29pm
~~^^~~^^~~
Spineless LIBERAL worm. He was all in support to get the attention he needed and some Beck airtime to plug his book. Just another example of how badly all career politicians MUST be removed from office. Only care about themselves and will use any event to further their cause, increase their net worth etc. http://SavingtheRepublic.com

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- lizziebee
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:35pm
  You are so right!!!!!
  
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- rodamaa
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:35pm
  I can’t attend because I uncle Soros is coming over for diner.
  
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LIBERALSBEDAMNED
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:29pm
LoL

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kickagrandma
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:28pm
Joe, this is not a good move on your part. Sorry about family conflicts, but JESUS says we are to leave father and mother to follow him. And, in Revelation HE says that HE wishes we were hot or cold, but because we are lukewarm HE will spew us out of HIS mouth.

I hope you will change your heart over this. Isn’t ISRAEL that important to you? It is to me, and I’m not JEWISH. However, by GOD’s GRACE, I am one of HIS chosen. I hope to see you in ISRAEL, Mr. Liberman.

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- qpwillie
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 7:08pm
  That’s kinda my thoughts. Sometimes it’s hard to choose the right thing, especially in these times. It’s going to get more difficult quickly too but we will all have to make the choice in one way or another.
  
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- abbygirl1994
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 10:07pm
  Joe does not believe in Jesus yet.. the Jewish people are still waiting for the Messiah to come.. When they see him they shall know by the nail prints in his hands and feet. But for now Mr. Lieberman does know Christ exists! I wish you well!
  
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Str8talk
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:26pm
Funny that LIeberman cancels the day after someone else in congress is told he can’t go. Somehow I think the good Senator is feeling some heat from the left. What “family committment” just poped up all the sudden that he couldn’t go because of it. Sounds like he might be getting cold feet.

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- Shasta
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:51pm
  He is feeling pressure from the democrats and many of the republicans, including the republican leadership. He should be ashamed. They all should be ashamed.
  
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- Oldphoto678
  Posted on August 20, 2011 at 5:37am
  Noone in congress was told they couldn’t go. That’s just ****** spin.
  
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reconmarine
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:26pm
Lieberman is a liar. He calls himself and indepedent but is truly a liberal. He would betray his own people to make Obama happy. Truly disgusting.

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lillymckim
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:26pm
I thought he would back out… sad to say I was right.

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AzDebi
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:26pm
WOW…that has got to be a huge disappointment for Glenn…wonder what is so pressing in his personal life…sure hope it isn’t illness, etc…

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- The_Almighty_Creestof
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:34pm
  No illness…or family commitment for that matter. The buzz is in the air regarding the enemies of Israel looking to take advantage of this event. They’re in fear for their lives…and somewhat in their favor is the belief that an attack might be called off if the “big names” are not there.
  
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oceandove
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:24pm
Not surprised.

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- lillymckim
  Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:29pm
  I thought he would back out and sad to say …I was right.
  I just googled this question yesterday to try to find out if he was there and couldn’t find it …
  figures .. after all he is just a politician..
  
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K Chad Roberts
Posted on August 19, 2011 at 6:23pm
I half expected him to back out when I saw him “commit” originally.

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