Por (Andrew Nappi) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

So what? This guy, B. Hussein Obama is walking to victory with the help of your industry and every criticism of hims being racist.
I have never heard of such a load of crapola in my life in this country until now. I have seen this in communist takeovers though.
Shame on all of you in the fawning Obama press and free commercial industry.
Ask yourself, if he ends MY Bill of Rights, what makes you think he wont end yours?

Por (leatrice brantley) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

The picture says it all!! 

Te Republicans are playing are UGLY games but this time, we see you!  Your are desperate and we see you!

The terror with in !

Por (Kevin Macolley) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

It is a true source of amazement to me that this individual could possibly consider it acceptable to pass along this ‘joke’ to anyone.  Apparently, long-term possession of power and influence results in an unfortunate dulling of that rarest of faculties - “common” sense.

Por (Michael Tassone) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

Ah, the religious ‘right’ party.  so loving.  so peaceful.  so full of ideas and happy thoughts.

How utterly vile that you get to call yourself an American. 

You disgust me.

Por (George Roberts) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

I believe it should be reported to the Secret Service since he’s joking that Air Force One would be shot down by “friendly fire”..  Just liking “joking” about bombs in the airport security line..

Por (Judy Novak) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

After seeing the many videos of white people, yelling ‘terrorist, bomb Obama and kill him’ at McCain/Palin rallies, then reading this man’s ‘joke’ about killing Barack Obama and his wife Michelle? I would never ever in my wildest dreams even consider voting for a Republican. I see nothing from their party but hate and xenophobia. That is not the America I know or want.

This man can apologize and make up any excuse he wants, we’ve seen his true soul already and it’s the ugliest thing this nation has seen in a long time.

Por (Deb Taylor) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

Last weekend my property was vandalized with a graffiti hooded figure and the word “Feuher” on a retaining wall under my Barack Obama yard sign.  I’m leaving the graffiti up until after the election as a reminder of what the Republican party has become - racist hatemongers.  They have NOTHING to be proud of.

Por (atrulyconcernedcitizen citizen) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

This is why the Republicans are like three year olds who need time out.  They need to be kicked out of office immediately and given some time out of power to reflect on their mean spirited lack of patriotism.  All the lapel flags and salutes in the world cannot mask the traitorous ideas, the ruination of our constitution these evil people have wrought.
Just as egregious is their complete and total lack of a sense of humor.  These are truly humorless folks who can only cry out ..“terrorist..kill him..”  I mean really…when is the last time you’ve ever heard a Republican comedian?
You won’t because that’s an oxymoron!!!

Por (Michael Weholt) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

Um… if a plain old citizen promulgates jokes about shooting presidential candidates out of the sky, the Secret Service quite properly gives him a visit. Does that happen with rich guys, too?

Por (Keith George) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

I don’t consider this to be a major scandal, but how dumb is this? Don’t these guys understand how email works?  Forwarding stuff like this around will bite you.

Por (Linda Caloia) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

Dear Sirs, I believe this could be considered a hate crime. Could your sources please look into this? I don’t believe it should go unnoticed. Regards Linda Caloia

Por (David Collins) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

Should we be surprised. Florida is a very backwards state and many prominent people are prone to behaving in less than adult manner.. if not racist in nature. Its very sad really and an embarassment to be sure.

Por (Deborah wieder) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

I don’t believe this!!!!
Should not be tolerated!!!

Por (Terry Neal) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

Sad, sad, sad. I am a registered independent who respects both candidates, Obama and McCain, for being able to endure the grueling process of running for President.  They are both smart, charismatic and capable.  However, if Obama being elected President scares people to do and say these kinds of things, then Mr. Austin has just convinced me to cast my vote for Barack.  This world does need change..if only it means finally changing attitudes.

Por (matt goldman) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

Someone in his position should refrain from forwarding jokes to business/political contacts. I’d expect one who holds himself in such high regard to know better.

Por (Sandra Palmer) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

The Republican Party has morphed into something I don’t even recognize anymore.  There are no statesmen; just ignorant bigots who are proud of their ignorance and their narrow world view.

Al Austin is flat-out lying when he says he didn’t read the body of the email before sending it on.  He is the embodiment of the Republican party.  When caught doing something callous and mean, he pleads innocence by way of ignorance.

Por (Mark Laurie) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

Bill,

This is a very, very old joke that Dems used on Bush. The only difference is that they changed the name Bush to Obama. This has been around for many years.

Por (Nick Strelitz) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

Thank goodness Floridians have taken over from Californians as “wackos,” After what happened in the 200 election, one would think you folks would be a little more concerned about public officials.

Por (faith brooks) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

It is not funny!!! And an apology just doesn’t help. The Republicans are surposed to be Christians?? Jesus must be crying.

Por (Nita Noflinger) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

Gotta’ admit Windy, it was a funny joke!

Por (Paul Moe) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

Is there an email address for Mr. Austin where I can tactfully send him my displeasure at this joke?
Thank you,
Paul Moe
Boca Raton, FL
561.395.0602

Por (Al is an A-Hole Austin) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

You are a complete idiot Al.

Por (Ed Meese) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

How unfortunate that this ugliness is portrayed in the sunshine state to the rest of the country, when it is clear that weak-minded intolerance like his is a festering boil in our society and a slap in the face to his grandchildren who deserve better.  Perhaps Al should stay off the Internets until he has something productive or, at least, semi-intelligent to contribute.

Por (Nonie Harrington) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

I guess this is a joke to some people. However, I have lived through the assassinations of John Kennedy, Bobby Kennedy, Martin Luther King and the attempted assassination of Ronald Reagan and I don’t think it is a joke.  As for forwarding something without reading it…that is a lie.  Why would you forward something that you don’t agree with?  Otherwise, you would use the delete button.

Por (Joan Magit) on October 15, 2008 (Suggest removal)

I say, arrest him, chain him, and lock step him to Guantanamo.  It is close enough to where he lives. Of course, he knew what he was doing and sending off to his fascist buddies. Enough of these nasty people. I do not think there are any patriotic Republicans.