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VanC

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Note that I didn't call her Senator or Ma'am. As far as I'm concerned, she no longer deserves ANY title of respect.

A Shocking Display of Rudeness
Rebecca Hagelin
Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Last week a U.S. Senator treated the world to a shocking display of rudeness toward a member of our armed services.

As Brigadier Gen. Michael Walsh testified before the Environment and Public Works Committee, Chairwoman Sen. Barbara Boxer arrogantly and ignorantly reprimanded an officer and a gentleman who has risked his life many times over for her "right" to become a U.S. senator in the first place.

When he respectfully began a statement with "ma'am," she abruptly interrupted and gave the smarmy directive, "You know, do me a favor. Can you say 'senator' instead of 'ma'am'? It's just a thing. I worked so hard to get that title, so I'd appreciate it. Yes. Thank you."

More than any other group, America's military insist that their members show respect for authority. When addressing a male superior, they say "sir." When addressing female superiors, they say "ma'am." And out of simple politeness and common courtesy toward others, they are also taught to say "sir" and "ma'am" even when addressing civilians. As the wife of a retired naval officer, I have always been so thankful to be in the company of those who serve our nation with such dignity and respect.

Many moms and dads are trying to teach their kids to be polite and respectful by using the time-honored titles of "sir" and "ma'am" too. Most women appreciate when someone takes the time to show such honor. We recognize kindness and chivalry when we see it, and we're not so insecure in our gender identity that we lose our dignity by complaining.

I guess Sen. Boxer forgot how important it is to be a role model of civility when you are a public figure. As the most powerful person in the room that day, she should have been gracious and kind. She really should have thanked Gen. Walsh for his years of service to our country. She should have expressed praise for all military personnel who are making it possible for other women around the world to enjoy the same privilege that Sen. Boxer has of holding public office or even voting. And she should be aware that most women appreciate the respect afforded by the term "ma'am," regardless of any other gender-neutral titles we may have earned. Instead, she set a poor example, insulted every military officer in the land, and left many males wondering (once again) about how to be respectful to females without inflaming some feminist psychosis.

A very likely ripple effect from Sen. Boxer's petty complaint is that many may become afraid to practice simple courtesies, especially toward women. We can't allow our family members to be bullied into choosing the "safe" route and thus abandon acts of common decency. It's sort of like the quandary a male faces in wondering whether or not to open the door for a female, or if he should offer his seat on the subway or help a woman place a heavy bag in the airplane's overhead compartment. The shrill complaints of a few angry feminists have caused many to avoid eye contact and instead, to just look out for themselves.

We must teach our sons to value the concepts of respect and kindness enough to always be gentlemen, even if that means making themselves vulnerable to attack. And our young women need to be taught to accept the thoughtful gestures for what they are -- thoughtful gestures.

Showing and accepting kindness for and from others is the definition of civility, and our nation needs more of it. So, in the wake of this much-discussed rudeness by a prominent public official, let's make it an opportunity to remind our kids to always err on the side of respect.
 

jodywy

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Dear Mr. Bagley:



Thank you for contacting me regarding the recent Senate hearing with Brigadier General Michael Walsh. I appreciate hearing from you on this matter.



Shortly after the hearing, I called General Walsh, and we had a friendly and productive conversation. We expressed our respect for one another and our determination to work together to protect our nation and communities from natural disasters.



Thank you again for writing to me. Please feel free to contact me in the future about this or any other issue of concern to you.


Barbara Boxer
United States Senator


Please do not respond to this message. If you would like to comment on legislation, please visit my website and use the correspondence form at https://boxer.senate.gov/contact/email/policy.cfm
 

Sandhusker

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OK, everything is just great now. There will be the annual Christmas card exchange and probably a few joint vacations with both families.

:roll:
 

aplusmnt

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The woman is a typical liberal hypocrite!

But from Sen Boxer's own Press Releases:
"Boxer Statement on Bush's Last Minute Offshore Drilling Plan"
"Boxer Statement on Bush's Solution to America's Oil Addiction"

And surprise...when it comes to the current President:
"Boxer Applauds President Obama's Proposal to Restore Fiscal Discipline Through PAYGO "
"Boxer Statement on President Obama Overturning Limits on Stem Cell Research"

http://www.ireport.com/docs/DOC-275263

She does not show respect to others but she wants her respect!

Liberal = Hypocrite
 

hypocritexposer

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sounds sort of like Reader 2!

If you go over to Bull Session read the posts, Reader is much the same.

Aren't the voters the employers of those in DC, they are sounding a little too high and mighty.
 

nonothing

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Why does every thread have to be an attack on a liberal poster,who did not even post in here.....There is no pleaseing some of you here..Your just azz wholes,plain and simple.
 

aplusmnt

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nonothing said:
Why does every thread have to be an attack on a liberal poster,who did not even post in here.....There is no pleaseing some of you here..Your just azz wholes,plain and simple.

Why do you :cry2: so much? :? Toughen up, or to use one of your own quotes, Man up! :wink:
 
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