Thursday, August 12, 2010

Tea Party Rides Overboard


Let’s cut to the chase, Dan Maes you’re an idiot. I wonder if the gubernatorial candidate knows he’s in Colorado, because his recent comments suggest he’s in Lala Land? For anyone who didn’t hear, Dan Maes attacked Mayor John Hickenlooper, claiming his promotion of B-Cycle (Denver's bicycle share program) was “threatening to our personal freedoms.” Maes fears Denver may be catering to a U.N. treaty, and in process, encouraging other cities. Oh no Maes, we may actually be cooperating globally, what’s next: removing landmines in Vietnam, ending wheat traps in Nigeria, won’t someone think of big business?

I feel sorry for Maes. Perhaps his party spiked his tea, or he never learned to ride a bicycle, either way his image looks worse than a sweaty Nixon. I mean really Maes, what’s the deal? Did you get some kickback from GO Automotive, or was the report you barely read about the International Council for Environmental Initiatives too radical? I’m shocked that such ignorance graces the gubernatorial primary campaign; let’s just hope Maes goes no further in politics.

Maes you’re not Joseph McCarthy, not even close, but I’m honored that a politician suggest the bicycle as a socialistic and communistic vehicle. Big Karl’s my boy, so I’ll take the insult as a compliment; the bicycle is all about the proletarian. Cyclists elude insurance, licensing, and age requirements, a vehicle for the average man, seems like Maes would support such little government.

I’m totally stoked to see Maes crash and burn like a NASCAR racer, however, in November, John Hickenlooper needs our support for governor. I’ve had coffee with Hickenlooper and find him extremely knowledgeable and progressive. He’s genuinely moving Colorado towards a sustainable future. So remember, pedal your bicycle to the polls, or mail in your ballot, because Hickenlooper’s riding our state in the right direction.

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