I have heard that the numbers of attendees reported at some of these guest appearances have been over-reported. For instance, 25,000 for Glenn Beck? Some people feel that the crowd numbered more like 5,000. Same with Sarah Palin's last appearance. Beck's "plan" seems like what everyone wants, but how many are willing to make any kind of sacrifice? Let's hear how enthusiastic people will get if called upon to state what they can promise or have already done to carry out his fantasy. Same with health reform. Nobody wants to "give", only to "get".

Interesting questions, but I think this topic belongs in Political.

Originally Posted by carole131

I have heard that the numbers of attendees reported at some of these guest appearances have been over-reported. For instance, 25,000 for Glenn Beck? Some people feel that the crowd numbered more like 5,000. Same with Sarah Palin's last appearance. Beck's "plan" seems like what everyone wants, but how many are willing to make any kind of sacrifice? Let's hear how enthusiastic people will get if called upon to state what they can promise or have already done to carry out his fantasy. Same with health reform. Nobody wants to "give", only to "get".

What happend to that original number you threw out there of 125,000....still curious where you heard that ????

Originally Posted by carole131

I have heard that the numbers of attendees reported at some of these guest appearances have been over-reported. For instance, 25,000 for Glenn Beck? Some people feel that the crowd numbered more like 5,000. Same with Sarah Palin's last appearance. Beck's "plan" seems like what everyone wants, but how many are willing to make any kind of sacrifice? Let's hear how enthusiastic people will get if called upon to state what they can promise or have already done to carry out his fantasy. Same with health reform. Nobody wants to "give", only to "get".

I was there so I cannot say how many people were there other than a whole lot. I spoke with several people who were from outside of TV. I didn't get a hint of welfare people but working stiffs who love God & country. These people could be revolutionaries. They are angry about government spending and control.

Will these people follow Becks 100 yr plan? I don't know. I am willing to bet they will for the next 3 or 4 elections. That is all they need. They know that if they get back to a conservative type government, with tax cuts for tax payers, that rewards work not sloth and a military that undertakes no war that it does not intend to win. they will prosper.

I was surprised at the number of young people who were there. I am encouraged.

The real question will prove to be: Does Glen Beck have enough followers to make a difference? Time will tell. I hope so.

Just some thoughts.

Yoda

Glen Beck is one of the most intelligent men in the country a truly gifted thinker with a command of communication like few men in history. he is also a Conservative.

This is why he is a perfect example of what leads Liberals to fear him and begin their tirades to destroy him personally without any attempt to address the issues he raises.

The larger figure was word-of-mouth. The lesser one was from the newspaper. An attendee gave his estimate.

Many of us do not take Glenn Beck seriously...rather we view him as nothing more than an entertainer and promoter (and a good one at that).

Beck and O'Reilly and FNC are posting massive ratings, consistently trouncing rival cable network news/opinion programs. The vast center-right numbers of the mainstream American populace have been stifled, conned and swindled by the corrupt pols of DC long enough; we're ready for the Revolution our founding fathers would demand.

Ask bold questions,
Speak without fear,
Hold to the truth

Originally Posted by saratogaman

Many of us do not take Glenn Beck seriously...rather we view him as nothing more than an entertainer and promoter (and a good one at that).

How would you describe Obama?

POTUS...with three years to go. Let's see how he does and we'll decide then.

That will be too late.

Why don't you hold off on Beck for three more years to be fair?

Originally Posted by cashman

Glen Beck is one of the most intelligent men in the country a truly gifted thinker with a command of communication like few men in history. he is also a Conservative.

This is why he is a perfect example of what leads Liberals to fear him and begin their tirades to destroy him personally without any attempt to address the issues he raises.

I can't imagine why you think Liberals fear Glen Beck or Sarah Palin??? It's simply not true. What is your reasoning behind this statement. Just curious???

Originally Posted by saratogaman

Many of us do not take Glenn Beck seriously...rather we view him as nothing more than an entertainer and promoter (and a good one at that).

What is it that Glen Beck says, that you disagree with?

Yoda

He plays loose with facts and often prefaces a comment thusly" "I can't prove this, but what if..."
Isn't that called "making things up?"

Originally Posted by saratogaman

He plays loose with facts and often prefaces a comment thusly" "I can't prove this, but what if..."
Isn't that called "making things up?"

I agree! He's not a commentator, he's a storyteller, including all the tears and drama.