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From the perspective of Senator Kennedy, one can hold that he knows not to withhold his opinions from the world, and similarly, he did not hold back his latest salvo against the former FBI Director, James Comey, and former CIA Director Brennan. The senator issued a videotaped outpouring of wrath against his foes that was thrown into the social media arena using a biblical analogy.
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Almost by surety in an official setting, Kennedy stated, “I have known Mr. Comey and Mr. Brennan too. Neither in my opinion should try more than six of the Ten Commandments.” “They are not very nice people; they are not ethical people.” He proceeded to deepen the insult by comparing their existence to male pattern baldness, which causes an eruption of stark attention.
Within a few hours, the video clip on his official social media account received thousands of views and immediately sparked reactions that were supporting and opposing alike. The words spoken in his distinguishing Southern drawl and with a no-nonsense mannerism usually win him the support of conservatives; however, in this instance, his comments have alienated many on both sides of the issue.
One user countered with, “And Trump? Trump probably doesn’t even know there are Ten Commandments. He would get bored after reading two.” Another followed sarcastically, “Just smear people’s reputations with southern middle school insults. How old are you again?” Clearly, not everybody was amused with Kennedy’s comparison.
The senator found himself besieged with comments of approval, too: “You have a way with words, Senator Kennedy, and I admire that about you!” another said, while “Senator Kennedy is the gift that keeps on giving,” acknowledged another, in praise of his fearless commentary.
The male-pattern baldness comparison must have touched a much-needed sore because one user responded, “So, as popular as Foghorn Leghorn.” In return, others did not let the opportunity pass to the doubling of the insult against Kennedy: “And you sir are as popular as erectile dysfunction,” answered one antagonistic commenter.
But the conversation was not limited to simple insults, as some offered their take on the motives and background of the rhetoric. “That’s funny and all, but if it’s widely known that Comey and Brennan were unethical, why did Congress not root them out and get rid of them?” asked one person. Another demanded, “How about somebody do more than cutesy name calling?”
That exchange highlights how figures such as Comey and Brennan have continued to polarize and create sparks at the core of political discourse. Kennedy’s remarks, even with his folksy delivery, speak to a deep-seated frustration felt by conservatives who consider those two former intelligence officials an embodiment of corruption, perhaps perceived purely, in Washington.
In the view of the detractors, though, Kennedy’s comments are just another incarnation of play-acting politics—a little point-scoring and no actual change. “Corn-pone Kennedy spends more time with his writing staff than doing any real work,” one scoffed.
Whether you find Kennedy’s barbs amusing or hypocritical, one thing is guaranteed: He can make anyone talk. It might even be by design in the present political climate.
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The debate may continue, but one thing is certain: Kennedy’s unique blend of humor and venom will keep him in the headlines, for better or for worse. If the past is any indication, he will not begin backing away from laying down hits just yet.
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