Robertson: I warned Bush on Iraq casualties

[Secret Squirrel]

NEW YORK (CNN) -- The founder of the U.S. Christian Coalition said Tuesday he told President George W. Bush before the invasion of Iraq that he should prepare Americans for the likelihood of casualties, but the president told him, "We're not going to have any casualties."

Pat Robertson, an ardent Bush supporter, said he had that conversation with the president in Nashville, Tennessee, before the March 2003 invasion U.S.-led invasion of Iraq. He described Bush in the meeting as "the most self-assured man I've ever met in my life."

"You remember Mark Twain said, 'He looks like a contented Christian with four aces.' I mean he was just sitting there like, 'I'm on top of the world,' " Robertson said on the CNN show, "Paula Zahn Now."

"And I warned him about this war. I had deep misgivings about this war, deep misgivings. And I was trying to say, 'Mr. President, you had better prepare the American people for casualties.' "

Robertson said the president then told him, "Oh, no, we're not going to have any casualties."

The White House had no comment on Robertson's remarks.

Robertson, the televangelist who sought the Republican presidential nomination in 1988, said he wishes Bush would admit to mistakes made.

"I mean, the Lord told me it was going to be A, a disaster, and B, messy," Robertson said. "I warned him about casualties."

More than 1,100 U.S. troops have died in Iraq and another 8,000 troops have been wounded in the ongoing campaign, with the casualty toll significantly increasing in the last six months as the insurgency there has deepened.

Asked why Bush has refused to admit to mistakes on Iraq, Robertson said, "I don't know this politics game. You know, you can never say you were wrong because the opposition grabs onto it: 'See, he admitted he screwed up.' "

Even as Robertson criticized Bush for downplaying the potential dangers of the Iraq war, he heaped praise on Bush, saying he believes the president will win the election and that "the blessing of heaven is on Bush."

"Even if he stumbles and messes up -- and he's had his share of stumbles and gaffes -- I just think God's blessing is on him," Robertson said.

As for Bush's Democratic rival, Sen. John Kerry, Robertson said, "I don't think he's a leader. He's a ponderous debater, a good senator probably."

So who has the line to God? Is it Robertson or Bush?

[priccobe]

:D I take it you normally follow Pat Robertson's advice? You're one of his followers? Or is now the first time you're listening to him because he's bashing Bush?

[Secret Squirrel]

:D I take it you normally follow Pat Robertson's advice? You're one of his followers? Or is now the first time you're listening to him because he's bashing Bush?

I'm not actually listening to Robertson; I'm using him as an example to point out the absurdity of basing your foreign policy on messages from God when logic and reality can give you the answers you want. ;)

Reality: 1
Bush apologist: 0

rofl

[Sir Zach of R.]

"Umm, sir. We got the scoreboard working again. It was just some kid screwing around with the buttons."

"Good. Well?"

"Well what sir?"

"Are you gonna turn it on?"

"Oh yea."

MPN Bush supporters: Infinity

MPN Kerry supporters: -15 (That Benny guy is a jackass)


Note: This is just for fun and comedy. This is not the actual score. For actual score look below.

Bush supporters: 120

Kerry supporters: 36

Nader supporters: 54

US Troop supporters: 150

[SeanAshi]

Before the conflict began President Bush made it clear that sending ground troops into Baghdad to expect casualties...

[California Joe]

Pat Robertson may be one of the biggest tools on earth. If God really was George Burns he'd be pissed at that ****wad.

[5jumpchump]

A thousand in two years :cantbeli: Sorry but I'll start ****ting my pants when we loose 10,000 .

[Trigger]

"And I warned him about this war. I had deep misgivings about this war, deep misgivings. And I was trying to say, 'Mr. President, you had better prepare the American people for casualties.' "

Robertson said the president then told him, "Oh, no, we're not going to have any casualties."
The utter stupidity of this comment boggles my mind.
Robertson was insane to actually say this and expect it to be taken seriously and has only made himself look like a complete fool.

Memo to Pat:
Pat, only Secret Squirrel is going to actually buy this.

[Secret Squirrel]

"And I warned him about this war. I had deep misgivings about this war, deep misgivings. And I was trying to say, 'Mr. President, you had better prepare the American people for casualties.' "

Robertson said the president then told him, "Oh, no, we're not going to have any casualties."
The utter stupidity of this comment boggles my mind.
Robertson was insane to actually say this and expect it to be taken seriously and has only made himself look like a complete fool.

Memo to Pat:
Pat, only Secret Squirrel is going to actually buy this.

Incase you cant read or choose not to read my first post;

I'm not actually listening to Robertson; I'm using him as an example to point out the absurdity of basing your foreign policy on messages from God when logic and reality can give you the answers you want. ;)

woot

[Trigger]

Incase you cant read or choose not to read my first post;

I'm not actually listening to Robertson; I'm using him as an example to point out the absurdity of basing your foreign policy on messages from God when logic and reality can give you the answers you want. ;)

woot

That was actually in your second post, but I couldn't resist poking a little fun at it. Especially the part where Bush allegedly said "Oh no, we won't have any casualties".
woot

[chauncy republicans]

Quote:
"And I warned him about this war. I had deep misgivings about this war, deep misgivings. And I was trying to say, 'Mr. President, you had better prepare the American people for casualties.' "

Robertson said the president then told him, "Oh, no, we're not going to have any casualties."

The utter stupidity of this comment boggles my mind.
Robertson was insane to actually say this and expect it to be taken seriously and has only made himself look like a complete fool.

Trigger, you should know better than to talk bad about Pat Robertson. God might come get your ass for disrespecting his #1 prophet on earth.

[Trigger]

Quote:
"And I warned him about this war. I had deep misgivings about this war, deep misgivings. And I was trying to say, 'Mr. President, you had better prepare the American people for casualties.' "

Robertson said the president then told him, "Oh, no, we're not going to have any casualties."

The utter stupidity of this comment boggles my mind.
Robertson was insane to actually say this and expect it to be taken seriously and has only made himself look like a complete fool.

Trigger, you should know better than to talk bad about Pat Robertson. God might come get your ass for disrespecting his #1 prophet on earth.
Sorry chumpchange, I think you mean Billy Graham.
Pat should read his ten commandments, specifically number 9 "Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor"

[chauncy republicans]

Quote:
"And I warned him about this war. I had deep misgivings about this war, deep misgivings. And I was trying to say, 'Mr. President, you had better prepare the American people for casualties.' "

Robertson said the president then told him, "Oh, no, we're not going to have any casualties."

The utter stupidity of this comment boggles my mind.
Robertson was insane to actually say this and expect it to be taken seriously and has only made himself look like a complete fool.

Trigger, you should know better than to talk bad about Pat Robertson. God might come get your ass for disrespecting his #1 prophet on earth.
Sorry chumpchange, I think you mean Billy Graham.
Pat should read his ten commandments, specifically number 9 "Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor"

Robertson is so holy he doe'snt need to follow the ten commandments, did'nt you know? p-)

[Secret Squirrel]

Incase you cant read or choose not to read my first post;

I'm not actually listening to Robertson; I'm using him as an example to point out the absurdity of basing your foreign policy on messages from God when logic and reality can give you the answers you want. ;)

woot

That was actually in your second post, but I couldn't resist poking a little fun at it. Especially the part where Bush allegedly said "Oh no, we won't have any casualties".
woot

Fair enough. I just wanted to be sure I wasnt being lumped in with the rightwing Christians.

[2Sheds_Jackson]

Dearest Secret Squirrel,

We here at the 700 Club are delighted hear that you've renewed your subscription to our newsletter. As a long time supporter of Pat Robertson, we're sure you know the 700 Club is a news/magazine program that has the variety and pacing of a morning show with in-depth investigative reporting by the CBN News team, who’s charter and authority descends directly from God.

Whether we're interviewing foreign leaders, our own newsmakers, or our personal savior Jesus, we're sure you'll continue to enjoy our unique perspective on world events. As you continue to develop your relationship with God, rest assured we value the fact that you value the advice and opinion of our founder Pat Robinson so very highly.

So turn that frown upside down - it's time to board the happy express for salvationville. We're gonna open up the good book, and give it a good look - and again, thank you so much for your continuing endorsement and support of our grand imperial wizard, I mean spiritual leader, Pat Robertson.

Nan Eichman, director of Public Affairs
The Christian Broadcasting Network
977 Centerville Turnpike, next to the Piggly Wiggly
Virginia Beach, VA 23463

[OB Kenobi]

MPN Bush supporters: Infinity

I'd like a recount.

[California Joe]

2Sheds is like a funnier, better looking Mary Matalin. ;)

[sp2c]

weeeheheheheheheeeee God told him :Y

so does anybody know how this guy gets his money?
if it's sports betting I'll be seriously impressed and his latest club member :hug:

[2Sheds_Jackson]

2Sheds is like a funnier, better looking Mary Matalin. ;)

http://media.militaryphotos.net/photos/albums/2shedsjackson/aaa.thumb.jpg

mmm...still not quite hairy enough...