Senator Brownback And President Bush in Manhattan
Yes, I know Brownback was in Manhattan yesterday with President Bush. For all of you that have been emailing me about Bush “slighting” Brownback in his speech, I’m not convinced. However, Brownback does get only a mention. Nothing like the fawning praise for Pat Roberts. Is it a slight to be refered to as “the other senator”? Check it out for yourself:
Pat Roberts is a good man. He’s got a great sense of humor. He loves the people of Kansas and he loves Kansas State and I’m proud to be with him on this stage. (Applause.) And I’m proud to be here, as well, with the other United States Senator, Senator Sam Brownback. (Applause.) Former president of the Kansas State student body. (Applause.)
I want to thank the Governor. Governor Sebelius, thanks for putting up with me, Roberts and Brownback as we drove from the airport to here. One hour with the three of us — it required a lot of patience. (Laughter.) I’m proud the Governor came with us, and I want to thank you. I want to thank Congressman Jim Ryun, right from this district. I appreciate you being here, Congressman. (Applause.) I’m not interested in jogging with you. (Laughter.)
I also thank Congressman Dennis Moore and Congressman Jerry Moran, both fine members of the United Stated Congress from the state of Kansas. Thank you all for coming. (Applause.)
Like I said, I’m not convinced it was a slight, but I figured I would post about it to stem the flood of emails. Thanks for the tips!
Blogging Against Senator Sam Brownback Since March 2005
January 24th, 2006 at 7:49 am
As mentioned in Dr. Jon Wefald’s introduction, Sen. Pat Roberts was the main organizer for Bush’s visit, so it was only fitting that he receive more mention and thanks than Brownback.
January 27th, 2007 at 8:53 am
“The Anti-Sam Brownback Blog”
“Dedicated to the Savaging of Senator Sam Brownback”
Just the name is reminiscent of Stalinist tactics. You guys are socialists, or simply longing for the days of communist dictatorship?