Putin ridicules Bush to his face; Russian press laughs.

[smoogatz]

During today's G8 press conference, Bush and Putin had the following exchange:

BUSH: I talked about my desire to promote institutional change in parts of the world, like Iraq, where there’s a free press and free religion. And I told him that a lot of people in our country would hope that Russia will do the same thing. I fully understand, however, that there will be a Russian-style democracy.

PUTIN: We certainly would not want to have same kind of democracy as they have in Iraq, quite honestly.

BUSH: Just wait.

watch the clip--it's hilarious.

http://thinkprogress.org/2006/07/15/putin-jab/

[Poll_Blind]

1. Ha! Goddamn Bush is a joke and an embarassment.... n/t

PB

[niyad]

6. * and his appallingly ignorant comments bring to mind "the wizard of oz"

"pay no attention to the man behind the curtain"--except, in his case, I think it's a matter of "pay no attention to the clown in front of the curtain". the clown act is deliberately designed, I truly believe, to keep our attention focused on the cretin clowning and parading and being a total doofus, so that we don't pay attention to what is going on behind the scenes.

in the Lord Peter Wimsey, he is, at one point, giving instructions to some of his assistants, and says, "beware the man looking you straight in the eye. he wants to prevent you from seeing something" with the msm and the thugs in charge, I interpret this to mean, "beware of the msm and the powers-that-be focusing your attention on some inane, stupid thing. they are up to something, and don't want you paying attention"

[SammyBlue]

16. Good jab by Putin, followed up by a weak comeback by Bush

"Just Wait." Don't worry, the shills in the media will spin this comeback as a Sir Thomas More style intellectual zinger of Mensa order.

[Cha]

44. WTF wants to wait

until Doomsday?

[wordpix2]

76. "just wait:" we've been waiting 3 yrs, you monkey, and things are getting

worse, not better. Our pRes is such a joke, the whole world laughs at him

[Kablooie]

58. The problem is that the Wicked Witch of the West is behind the curtain.

[blonndee]

2. HA!

Free press and free religion in Iraq? And Russia should emulate Iraq? Even without Putin's comment, that's freaking hilarious.

[Quantess]

78. Putin was not making a "jab".

He was being frank.

[Jackpine Radical]

3. When Bush said "Just wait," I can't figure out

whether he was threatening Putin or expressing a delusional-grade notion that Iraq is moving toward a recognizable democracy."

[smoogatz]

5. It's the delusional thing, I'm pretty sure.

Despite the fact that they have absolutely no rational plan to deal with the insurgency OR the civil war in Iraq, Bush still thinks it's all going to work out fine--and apparently thinks it currently stands as a model of "freedom." I guess if you think the most important freedom is the right to bear arms, he's right.

[Cha]

51. "Just you wait,

puti pute!" "You're gonna get your Iraqi Style democracy."

[WillYourVoteBCounted]

61. just wait, there's bugs crawling all over me

maybe Bush is having the DTs.

[ugarte]

4. Bush is the greatest comedic straight man who ever lived

Nobody sets 'em up better. Sure, Putin got the laugh line, but he couldn't have knocked it outta the park without Li'l Georgie.

[demosincebirth]

8. Better than Bud Abbot .

[demosincebirth]

7. What a texas size embarrassment he is to our country.

[im10ashus]

25. If I may...

"I've been to Texas. I know some Texans. Texans are friends of mine. * is no Texan."

With regrets to Sen. Lloyd Bentsen.

B-)

[awoke_in_2003]

68. Well, to native texans

you have to be born in texas to be texan. georgie was born in connecticut. yet, for some reason, so many down here embrace him. really quite sickening

[Fridays Child]

9. "...Iraq, where there's a free press and free religion...."

Bush actually said that. Did any member of the press dispute or challenge that bald-faced lie?

[quiet.american]

17. The man is INSANE.

Certifiable, undeniably, INSANE. I'm waiting for a press member to ask him his views on his own sanity.

[jwirr]

22. Didn't we knock out their one and only free newspaper?

[quiet.american]

31. Very good point. n/t

[zoeb]

10. Putin meant to say democracy like ours

Where you threaten the "free" press with treason and dissenters are traitors and all should be shot according to the propaganda press's talking heads. I'm so sick and tired of being labeled anti-American by those asshats.

[BringEmOn]

11. Sounds a lot like another brain dead president...

http://www.quotationspage.com/quotes/Ronald_Reagan

My fellow Americans, I am pleased to tell you I just signed legislation which outlaws Russia forever. The bombing begins in five minutes.

Ronald Reagan, Said during a radio microphone test, 1984

[Lasher]

66. I never knew anything above Cs.

More memorable Reagan quotes here:

http://www.geocities.com/thereaganyears/reaganquotes.htm

[Spazito]

12. Way to go, Putin! Loved the shot of the media laughing and at least

one clapping at Putin's comment. bush is pathetic in his response which is almost drowned out by the laughter.

Thanks for the link to the video, well worth watching. Check out the look on Putin's face, it, too, is classic.

[Clarkie1]

13. Now the whole world is ridiculing him.

He is such an embarrassment. And since now one takes him seriously it undermines our leverage in international affairs which in turn is destabilizing the world.

[WillYourVoteBCounted]

60. maybe not, think of it as making the world safer

just think, if the entire world is laughing at Bush,
even if they laugh at us too, couldn't that make us safer?

If they all call him for what he is?

Maybe it is going to take the rest of the world to save
us from ourselves.

It is a sickening tragicy how facist this country has become.

[ChairmanAgnostic]

14. almost as funny, the CNN moron totally missed the impact of the

idiotic statement by Bush. Notice how he assumed that Bush ws talking about Iraq? He wasn't. He was being his faux-texass funny self and talking about Russia.

[Schema Thing]

15. I don't care how sharp Putin's words were, "Just wait"....

...might just be the most inapropriate words to ever come out of a world leader's mouth. And after "axis of evil", that's really saying something.

[Gin]

21. Bush always storms into the room first....like hes rushing to be first..

what is the protocol for press conferences when entering the room? Bush appears to be bullying his way to the podium.

[Cha]

52. And "Bring It On"?!

I don't know if bush said "Mission Accomplished" or he just stood there with his freakshow cod piece under a banner that said "Mission Accomplished" but either way he was wrong then and he's wrong now.

[Rex]

18. Ahahaha!

They laffed at you...FOOL. Man that was funny watching the Russians laff at Bush the Idiot. No shit, who would want a 'democracy' like Iraqs?

Just wait...for what? You shoot blanks, Bushboy!

[DesertRat]

19. Glad to see Putin lay the smackdown on *

:applause:

[fearthem]

20. Forced to eat crow on the world stage -- he's a flunky and the world knows

[blitzen]

23. Ha Ha....the audience is cracking up!! n/t

[struggle4progress]

24. Putin did something similar a few years ago, mocking Blair on WMDs.

[Quixote1818]

26. Bush lecturing anyone about Democracy is funny

If I had been Putin I would have started laughing and rolling on the floor, saying "You are lecturing ME about Democracy???"

Seriously, Bush was stupid lecturing Putin about anything. Good for Putin for putting him in his place.

[City Lights]

27. Ha ha.

Great smack-down from Pootie-Poot. :yourock: His delivery was fantastic and the laughter from the press says it all.

[Tin Man]

28. "Just wait"... ranks right up there with "You forgot Poland"

What a buffoon... :eyes:

[smoogatz]

29. It's even dumber. And delusional to boot.

At least the "you forgot Poland" remark was based in fact--however irrelevant. "Just wait"--presumably for Iraq to magically emerge from the current chaos and be transformed into a peaceful, prosperous and pro-U.S. democracy--is based entirely in wishful thinking.

[mtnester]

74. Or "need some wood?"

another gem

What a maroon.

[librechik]

30. Bush looked disheveled and crazed

I'm really afraid his gone off the edge, completely disassociated.

The first thing he did was talk about the pig dinner last night!!!

He really lookd drugged or something (watching the repeat right now on C-Span)

[Tierra_y_Libertad]

32. Being ridiculous isn't "hard work" for Boobya.

[qanda]

33. Bush looked the fool that he is

[librechik]

34. Repeat of press conference on CSPAN right now n/t

[yy4me]

38. His sentence structure and originality of thought rank right about

par with an eight year old. Better yet, they just rank. Good grief, I can't stand it. He is babbling, poor Putin. He is managing to keep his dignity. No small feat next to this embarrassment.

[awoke_in_2003]

69. Come now, we should try not to insult

8 year olds here :)

[yy4me]

72. Good point, I will remember to be more considerate of them.

[EFerrari]

35. The whole audience howled.

It's only news to freeps that "American democracy" is an oxymoron to the rest of the world, commonly believed to mean "American controlled corporate interests".

Congrats, freepers! Your boy is making you the laughingstock of the whole world.

[DianaForRussFeingold]

36. Where in the hell is bush's Brain! Oh No! They forgot to pack it!

:eyes: Maybe it was sent to the ranch

[grannylib]

41. Must be an alcohol-injection system, so he can get his buzz without

technically 'drinking.'

Clearly, the idiot is either drunk or insane.

[annabanana]

45. b*sh's brain is in dc working on '06

too busy for G8...

[peaches2003]

49. Seriously,

what the hell is that? Yes, during the debate we all assumed it was a communications device. But, why would he have this on riding his horse, oh I mean truck- he's afraid of horses, around his 'ranch'?

So, is it something medical? I heard that theory also after the debate. Does anyone have a reasonable explanation or guess?

[rosesaylavee]

53. Battery pack for his brain? n/t

[Ikonoklast]

89. If it was a battery pack for his brain, it is waaaay too big

A watch battery would suffice to power that dimbulb.

[NoodleyAppendage]

37. This quip by Putin will have consequences. No one disses the Chimp.

Sociopaths HATE public humiliation. Chimp will strike back at Putin and Russia in some passive-aggressive way for this public embarrassment. Just watch...

J

[smoogatz]

55. Already happened.

"Bush blocks Russia's bid for WTO entry"

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060715/ap_on_re_eu/bush_putin

[mtnester]

75. Yeah, he probably went out the door saying

I am going to get that smartass...and IMMEDIATELY asked one of his traveling brains how to do it...and this was the result.

Sociopath:
Glibness and Superficial Charm


Manipulative and Conning
They never recognize the rights of others and see their self-serving behaviors as permissible. They appear to be charming, yet are covertly hostile and domineering, seeing their victim as merely an instrument to be used. They may dominate and humiliate their victims.


Grandiose Sense of Self
Feels entitled to certain things as "their right."


Pathological Lying
Has no problem lying coolly and easily and it is almost impossible for them to be truthful on a consistent basis. Can create, and get caught up in, a complex belief about their own powers and abilities. Extremely convincing and even able to pass lie detector tests.


Lack of Remorse, Shame or Guilt
A deep seated rage, which is split off and repressed, is at their core. Does not see others around them as people, but only as targets and opportunities. Instead of friends, they have victims and accomplices who end up as victims. The end always justifies the means and they let nothing stand in their way.


Shallow Emotions
When they show what seems to be warmth, joy, love and compassion it is more feigned than experienced and serves an ulterior motive. Outraged by insignificant matters, yet remaining unmoved and cold by what would upset a normal person. Since they are not genuine, neither are their promises.


Incapacity for Love


Need for Stimulation
Living on the edge. Verbal outbursts and physical punishments are normal. Promiscuity and gambling are common.


Callousness/Lack of Empathy
Unable to empathize with the pain of their victims, having only contempt for others' feelings of distress and readily taking advantage of them.


Poor Behavioral Controls/Impulsive Nature
Rage and abuse, alternating with small expressions of love and approval produce an addictive cycle for abuser and abused, as well as creating hopelessness in the victim. Believe they are all-powerful, all-knowing, entitled to every wish, no sense of personal boundaries, no concern for their impact on others.


Early Behavior Problems/Juvenile Delinquency
Usually has a history of behavioral and academic difficulties, yet "gets by" by conning others. Problems in making and keeping friends; aberrant behaviors such as cruelty to people or animals, stealing, etc.


Irresponsibility/Unreliability
Not concerned about wrecking others' lives and dreams. Oblivious or indifferent to the devastation they cause. Does not accept blame themselves, but blames others, even for acts they obviously committed.


Promiscuous Sexual Behavior/Infidelity
Promiscuity, child sexual abuse, rape and sexual acting out of all sorts.


Lack of Realistic Life Plan/Parasitic Lifestyle
Tends to move around a lot or makes all encompassing promises for the future, poor work ethic but exploits others effectively.


Criminal or Entrepreneurial Versatility
Changes their image as needed to avoid prosecution. Changes life story readily.


People with this disorder may exhibit criminal behavior. They may
not work. If they do work, they are frequently absent or may quit
suddenly. They do not consider other people's wishes, welfare or
rights. They can be manipulative and may lie to gain personal
pleasure or profit. They may default on loans, fail to provide child
support, or fail to care for their dependents adequately. High risk
sexual behavior and substance abuse are common. Impulsiveness,
failure to plan ahead, aggressiveness, irritability, irresponsibility,
and a reckless disregard for their own safety and the safety of
others are traits of the antisocial personality.

[kestrel91316]

87. I had him pegged as a sociopath way back in early 2000..........

[gulliver]

39. "Just wait" is the Bush philosophy now.

Sounds like something Ken Lay might have said to his investors.

When it comes to Iraq, maybe bush should have just waited.

[smoogatz]

40. Sad but true.

They're fresh out of ideas, so waiting is all they've got. Meanwhile, Beirut burns, Baghdad sinks deeper into chaos, Iran and North Korea play nuclear games...

[demosincebirth]

42. When you've just been zinged, best bet is to keep your mouth shut.

Dont't you think?

[Lisa]

88. yeah. "Better to be thought a fool, than to open your mouth and ...

... remove all doubt."


And that would be true even when the guy who zinged you didn't have a bunch of nuclear weapons and (just as significant) isn't someone whom you're supposedly trying to cultivate as an ally!

[aint_no_life_nowhere]

46. It's an admission that there's no effective democracy in Iraq at present

Maybe there will be one in the future. But right now, with the very existence of Iraq as a coherent whole on the brink, I wouldn't hold my breath.

[Cha]

43. bush stepped into

that one with both his right feet.

Nobody wants Iraq style "democracy"..except the bushiters.

[tex-wyo-dem]

47. Appears little boots was trying to pull off his typical...

faux-cowboy diplomacy bullshit, yet got the stick horse shot right out from under him.

What a complete and utter embarrassment he is.

Nice zinger from Putin, though, in response to an entirely ridiculous notion that Iraq somehow is now a model free democracy...the chimp is delusional.

[madmunchie]

48. Its kind of tough speaking bulshit when the press isn't totally controlled

and handpicked by the Bush Admin. Bush forgets that when he leaves the U.S., free speech comes back into play, thus the sincere reactions to his ridiculous statements.

[Itchinjim]

50. What a friggin' jackass!

History is going to judge this clown very harshly. What a f**king joke. Sheesh.

[Renew Deal]

54. Funny

Bush totally made a mess of that.

[BleedingHeartPatriot]

56. Another K. Another R. Thanks for posting. n/t

MKJ

[eviltwin2525]

57. But, Vladdy!

Dontcha wanna talk about the pig, tove-a-rich? (Snort, snort....Uncle Dick! I made a funny with a real Russian word in it! Come see!)

[fishwax]

59. what a dumbass

Gee, why wouldn't Putin want what Iraq has? :eyes:

[Kurovski]

62. I guess that when George was looking into Putin's heart

while driving him around the Crawford pig farm a while back he somehow missed that particularly sharp corner of Pooty-poot's ticker. :rofl:

[RummyTheDummy]

63. The freepers will now probably call for war against Russia

I mean how dare Putin insult their messiah?

[Phrogman]

64. The coward of the county is now the LAUGHINGSTOCK of the world!

How could ANYBODY have voted for this guy?

[ProgressiveEconomist]

84. Kick

[lamp_shade]

65. I'm ashamed

I listened to the rerun in the car... all by myself yet I was squirming with discomfort. I kept wanting to say "Who the hell let him out. Get the cane... get him TF off the stage... now". He was yelling again. He always yells when he has nothing to say or is backed into a corner. Why was he yelling? Who the hell was he scolding? The Russian press? The world?" One reporter asked a very good, complicated yet clear question... used really big words. Bush asked him (I knew he would) to repeat the question. He still didn't understand, so he stuttered a bit and he gave some totally unrelated answer. The President of the United States of America. What a joke. I'm so ashamed.

[w8liftinglady]

67. cnn headline news keeps showing this clip-including the laughing...

man,talk bout picking a scab...it's painful.

[Justice Is Comin]

70. Bush is a walking trash can without the lid.

That's my new description.

[yy4me]

73. Fits perfectly. I keep trying to come up with good analogies and

fail. This will make a good sign on my car. I change them weekly.

[Julius Civitatus]

71. Watch CNN's Ed Henry spin this in favor of Bush

Ed Henry tap-dances at the end of this broadcast making it sound as if Bush's lame "Just wait" comeback was actually the end of the debate. Embarrassing:

http://images1.americanprogress.org/il80web20037/ThinkProgress/2006/putinbush.320.240.mov

[npincus]

77. priceless

I'll bet the Chimp was seething inside.

[Jack Rabbit]

79. The Frat Boy has gotten too comfortable with the White House Press Whores

He was obviously embarrassed when the jounalists present reacted like intelligent human beings and laughed at him.

[smoogatz]

80. That was my thought.

I wonder if any of the WH press corpse dared to laugh? Or were they all afraid of being kicked off Airforce 1?

[Jack Rabbit]

81. "(W)ere they all afraid of being kicked off Airforce 1?"

Before or after takeoff?

[smoogatz]

82. Shortly after, I'm guessing. n/t

[Jack Rabbit]

83. "This is the sort of thing that should be handled delicately --

at 30 thousand feet, over water."

From the motion picture North by Northwest (Alfred Hitchcock, 1959)

[Imagevision]

85. Bush can't carry on an intelligent conversation unless he's miked!!

Putin is absolutely correct, Bush's freedoms and democracy...

[bdamomma]

86. Putin has been very outspoken hasn't he?

very good Putin, someone has to put Bush in his place.