Why Did Glenn ‘Endorse’ a Calif. Democrat for Congress on Radio?
- Posted on May 16, 2011 at 4:38pm by
Jonathon M. Seidl
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After we posted a video last week showing an almost unbelievable ad by congressional candidate Dan Adler, Glenn couldn’t resist talking about it on radio. He delivered a heavily sarcastic retort, mocking it for being racist since it featured an Asian woman saying people should vote for Adler because he’s Jewish. Apparently, Adler didn’t get the joke, and on Sunday his campaign released a statement claiming Beck had officially “endorsed” Adler for Congress.
You don’t think Glenn could let that go, do you? He didn’t. And on radio Monday he recorded a few “endorsement” messages for the Adler campaign.
First, a little recap. Here’s the original Adler ad that started it all:
Now, here‘s Glenn’s initial reaction:
Somehow, from that the Adler campaign came up with this:
Conservative TV and radio personality Glenn Beck has endorsed Democrat Dan Adler in the California 36th Congressional District special election, taking place this Tuesday, May 17th.
During his Friday radio show, Beck spent several minutes dissecting the Adler campaign’s television ads and online videos, calling Adler’s ads “amazing” and “tremendous.”
The show paid particular attention to the Adler ads with the theme “Send a Mensch to Congress.” A Beck sidekick said of one of those ads, entitled “Stick Together,” that “this is a great ad!” See the ads–as well as videos describing what a Mensch is–here: Adler2011.com.
“Being Glenn Beck’s endorsed candidate in the race is an odd position for a Democrat, but I do understand his preference for someone from the private sector rather than one of the three Democratic professional politicians who are running. And since a Democrat is ultimately going to win the seat, there is a strange logic to it, I guess,” said Adler.
Glenn caught wind of Adler trumpeting his “endorsement.” Here’s what he had to say (via Glennbeck.com):
“It doesn’t make any sense for a progressive to want my endorsement. So, today I heartily endorse — what’s his name? — Dan Adler. I want the voters in California to know that we are practically brothers of the brain,” Glenn said.
“We are so like minded, he has the same positions on almost everything, although he’s not coming out and saying those things.”
“We both believe that the rich are paying far too much. Pay their fair share? They pay more than their fair share. They deserve a tax break,” Glenn declared in his support for he and Adler’s shared stance.
How will the Adler campaign spin this one?
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Comments (77)
SilentReader
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:11pmAs we all know, Glenn was mocking the guy! What better way than through satire. He was having some fun!
Glenn didn’t endorse the guy by any stretch of the imagination.
Report Post »independentvoteril
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:10pmAs my husband says sarcasm NEVER reads well.. which is WHY some can’t figure it out.. and think Glenn is serious.. maybe the blaze can put sarcasm in ( ) before something sarcastic is put in print..LOL. it’s sad they missed it and the JOKE.. but there were a few comments about Obama and Osama and Mormon and Moron.. that were really good..
Report Post »islandlady
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:05pmDo you think that some Demo’s are actually waking up!!!!!!!!!!! Well maybe a few!
Report Post »1stAdmendment
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 6:52pmI don’t care if your republican or democrat, if you believe in small government, lower taxes, I’ll vote for you!
Report Post »Nigel2
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:05pmGlenn just gave him the kiss of death by endorsing him. A California democrat. Endorsed by Beck? LOL!!!
Report Post »johnnyrockett
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 6:49pmI herd the whole thing this morning….Quite funny. laughed my back side off!!
Report Post »swampbuck
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 6:43pmnewt is on mark levin now! GETTIN RIPPED…LOL
Report Post »TheCrusher
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 6:30pmThis is hilarious. Thanks for the laugh and keep the joke going as long as you can.
I’m Korean, I’m Jewish…us minorities need to stick together! hahahaha
Report Post »Micmac
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 6:28pmNow you all have a good look at what we have to deal with here in CA.
Report Post »jordy2010
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 6:00pmI prefer Mormons to morons anytime………
Report Post »Darmok and Jalad at Tanagra
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:50pmYes, someone who gets it.
Report Post »Bronco II
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:48pmWell Glenn now you‘ve really gone and done it all the trolls that come here to rant are doing what I think you thought they’d do.I can’t stop laughing because only someone who has listend to you since 2001 get you and Stu and Pat you guys are the best keep up the great work.
Report Post »searching for the Truth
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:48pmAt this point, I’m endorsing Mickey Mouse.
Report Post »Diane TX
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:47pmToo funny on Glenn’s part. This Adler guy must be dumber than a rock.
Report Post »Salamander
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:44pmThe only difference between Soros and Beck is–integrity!
Report Post »Kenngraphic
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:40pmNext you humans will be voting for us hobbits just because of our big feet! And they are big ;)
Report Post »NYSTREETKID
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:40pmNo,Left vote for those who have a void between their ears
Report Post »NYSTREETKID
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:23pmyes,My friends.Lets us attack his faith,then his message.Then go after his income and lie about his pass life.Then if that does not work just call Mr.beck a fool. That really high class.No facts,no proof,and no thought, Just crap.We all know where “crap” comes from dont we. Those on the left,I will try to help.First stop. The next thing to do is find a mirror, Finally open your eyes. Bingo!
Report Post »Lucy Larue
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:19pmKeep it up Mr. Beck. Keep it up.
Tis GENIUS tis!
I think there should be a commercial for Adler of stauch conservatives endorsing him for his wiley ways of “pretending” to be a progressive…,yet in truth.., a closet neocon. Tres’ Comique!
Report Post »mapson
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:12pm“we are practically brothers”
Yeah, Glenn‘s a Mormon and Dan’s a Moron… only one letter difference!
Report Post »texrubarts
Posted on May 17, 2011 at 1:18pmGlenn is NOT endorsing this nut job! He is having with this guy and the media is spinning away!!! You have to admit it is – funny!!!
Keep up your good work Glenn!!
Report Post »NYSTREETKID
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:12pmtoday,all the left wack jobs have been all over this site.This only happen when a nerve is been hit and the war room in the lefty land come to life.Spooky dude is paying overtime tonite,Boys.
Report Post »This rally planned this year in the middle of the summer of rage.Has got to have the left pulling their hair out. You guys on the left got to find a new line of work. This is not making it.The money spent is not showing a good rate of return.So Steelnut,Icebrain,poverty in public and the rest of you want to find a real job. stop.Think of all the cash you could be making doing a real and caring employment,like working a McD’s. Your boss(obama) say it is a good place to work.I am so sorry! I forgot that what he says now.in 2008 he said you where a low life if you worked fast food. Wow! Thing have changed. Who would have known. 10% unemployment.banks fall as far as the eye can see. A 45% approval rate.Yes sir! Things have changed. To the Leftie”s,one word(losers)2012
Diane TX
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:53pmYou got it. Glenn Beck is determined to bring people together, while the Progressives are determined to tear people apart.
Report Post »eat-more-bacon-USA
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:00pmWhy is that “Korean” woman screaming that she is Korean? The last time I checked, only American citizens were supposed to vote in American elections – if she is Korean, she would have to return to Korea to vote, right?
Report Post »bikerr
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:09pmExactly, I think this is back door attempt to support amnesty.
Report Post »bitter clinger
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 4:53pmcalifornians still vote?
Report Post »cheezwhiz
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 4:57pmcalifornians still vote?
Report Post »————
Mexicans are Californians too :D
commonsenseguy
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:00pm@bitter clinger, yeah they still vote, on , saving the trees, the fish, and how to screw the farmers out of water, no noise pollution, o yeah an to legalize pot smoking and gay marriages,{ i am sorry not p c enough for them { same sex marriage } and higher taxes, but they only vote at the smoke shops, but yeah,they still vote, which is scary.
Report Post »WHITE LOTUS2x
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 9:19pmB Clinger…….I dont think so. Lotus.
Report Post »GeorgieJo
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 4:52pmPatty Duke and son Sean Astin in commercial for this doofus Adler
Report Post »The liberal moonbats are FAR reaching
and tsk tsk tsk for using “RUDY” the movie in that commercial
Not to mention Adler is jewish and his wife is Korean
Whats next? I’m candidate Joe Doe and I married a _________ at Disney….and I was a SEAL member
Pathetic!!!!!!!!!!
commonsenseguy
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 4:51pmwell, Mr,alder,you can kiss you hopes and communist anti american butt good bye, the liberals in California,well run to the pot stores and stock up,so they can get the image of you and Glenn being buddies out of their tree hugging, save the fish,screw the food,kool aid drinking, high tax paying heads,
Report Post »this is funny,
lindathepatriot
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 4:47pmNow that’s WEIRD!!!
Report Post »InversionTheory
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 4:56pmYeah, Linda…When I first saw it, I was sure it was a parody.
Report Post »stoptheliesbho
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 4:47pmWhat a douchey spin, Adler. The nerve…can’t wait to see what he says next and how Glenn will handle him.
Report Post »poverty.sucks
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 4:41pmBecause he’s Mormon?
Report Post »cheezwhiz
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 4:49pmfor being racist since it featured an Asian woman saying people should vote for Adler because he’s Jewish.
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And it exploited a stereotypical caricature of Koreans, that they run drycleaning stores
( just like Vietnamese run nail salons and Indians run 7-11s) …in bad taste but very leftwing
poverty.sucks
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 4:51pmMormons sticking together with Jews?
Report Post »InversionTheory
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 4:54pmI was sure it was for the LULz.
Report Post »Darmok and Jalad at Tanagra
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 4:57pmBeck is a Mormon endorsing Adler, who is a Moron. Funny, the only thing seperating the two is a M.
Report Post »PATTY HENRY
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:03pmUH, MAYBE it is because he’s looking, like I am, for the BEST Candidate (remember McCain?) and they don’t always come in one PARTY. CRITERIA for me? BE A PATRIOT. (a real PATRIOT).
Report Post »Eric_The_Red_State
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:04pmThat is hilarious!!
Ya know – Glenn is on to something….
If RUSH LIMBAUGH would endorse Obama – he’d be SURE to lose!!!!
GENIOUS!!!!
Report Post »Eric_The_Red_State
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:05pmThe only difference between OBAMA and OSAMA is the BS
Report Post »Luckywon
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:13pmare there really that many idiots that read this website? Poverty.Sucks, Darmok and Jalad, you two must be trolls… your comments don’t make any sense. Patty Henry, your comment would make sense if Glenn were truly endorsing this guy. But it’s obvious that Glenn thinks they are polar opposites in what they each believe and his endorsement is clearly Parody.
Report Post »Darmok and Jalad at Tanagra
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:20pm@Luckywon
Obviously you don’t know sarcasm and parody when you see it.
I agree with Beck and I get his sarcasm back at this idiot. In my post, remove the M and there is a big difference, just like between Beck and Adler.
I have no doubt, such as when I listened to Beck say it the first day, Adler is a dufus and Beck was clearly pointing that out.
Lucky, don‘t jump to conclusions and don’t call people names. Golden rule son.
Report Post »Contrarian51
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:23pmThose of you who think this was in any way serious on Beck’s part – I take it you don’t listen to his radio show, you don’t subscribe to his email newsletter, you stop listening after the first half of a sentence and you’re as much idiots as Adler is. Beck, Pat and Stu were tearing this idiot Adler apart for this ad, which was horrifically racist and condescending. Glenn’s follow-on “endorsement” was pure sarcasm. I’m taking it on faith that you know what sarcasm is.
Report Post »Val Ken Steiger
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:26pmUm, hey Poverty! You don’t have some unspoken issues with Mormons do you?
Report Post »Do you feel there is some reason Mormons and Jews shouldn’t get along?
Snowleopard {gallery of cat folks}
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:42pm@Eric the Red State:
Good point, apperantly this man is so desperate for any ‘endorsment’ he will misunderstand that Glenn was not endorsing him, he was being as sarcastic as anything with the way his campaign was going about the minorities angle.
Report Post »Snowleopard {gallery of cat folks}
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 5:44pm@Eric the Red State:
Forgot to clarify, Glenn did not originally endorse the man, yet now he has sarcasitically it is a brilliant move indeed. Hope the guy goes down in flames.
Report Post »Darmok and Jalad at Tanagra
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 6:18pm@Val Ken Steiger
Report Post »Poverty just likes to sleep in on Saturdays, and doesn’t like the knocks on the door. I think he might be afraid of bicycles too, just a hunch.
BIGJAYINPA
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 6:34pmI looked at Mr Adler’s website and his ads. I belive he is the perfect candidate for California 36. I think that is why Glenn endorsed him. All of you in California should pass this on to your friends, especially any in Cali 36. Glenn has endorsed Dan Adler for congress…vote for Dan Adler Cali 36.
Report Post »My Sacred Honor
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:05pmI am back.
Report Post »PlanetXenu
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:20pmthe worst thing is that sometimes adds like this work. scary! :(
Report Post »CultureWarriors
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:21pmThe ad was racist and totally inappropriate. Period end of report.
Report Post »Darmok and Jalad at Tanagra
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:34pm@My Sacred Honor
Report Post »Yaaaahhh.
Welcome back.
GODSAMERICA
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:38pmI‘m guessing the several people on here isn’t smart enough to know sarcasm when they see it! Glenn was being sarcastic the whole time and then when he “endorsed” Adler it was because as Adler said that a demoncrat will ultimately win that election. Glenn said that he and Adler think alike (like two hard core conservatives), that would sit Adler down real quick because how many of those California liberals would vote for anyone, even a demoncrat if they believed that rich people are paying too much and need to pay less? If anyone goes by Glenn’s endorsement then Adler will totally lose the election. DUH
Report Post »My Sacred Honor
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:39pmCultureWarriors
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 7:21pm
The ad was racist and totally inappropriate. Period end of report
I don’t know about racist and inappropriate, but it sure was stupid….
Report Post »Sam Brown
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 10:01pmI wonder what Glenn will do if a bunch of Americans get hurt going to Israel. His endorsement won’t matter much then.
Sam
Report Post »hillbillyinny
Posted on May 16, 2011 at 10:30pmI think many of you are just plain stupid–it’s a joke, because this guy is a joke, and because he tried to use clips as “support” from Glenn, when Glenn was dissing him. The whole thing this morning was hilarious!
Report Post »jzs
Posted on May 17, 2011 at 12:39amDidn’t care too much for the commercial, but come on, all politicians go appeal to minority groups. Bush was elected partly because he courted the Mexican American vote.
And politicians openly declare their Christianity (even guys like John Ensign and Newt Gingrich who preach one thing and live another) to get the Christian vote, and support policies that overwhelmingly support rich white folks, while throwing up barriers that prevent the young or minorities from being allowed to vote (groups which vote Democratic) and demanding the removal of funding for social programs that mostly support the efforts of poor minorities, people no lazier than you or I who only want to the American dream.
So, yeah, a little over the top seeking the Asian and Jewish minorities, but at least he is living and supporting diversity. Maybe you guys think “diversity” is a bad word, but if you do, wait around another 10 years. We’re becoming a more diverse country, something you know, and many people fear. And a few people are making a living appealing to that fear.
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