Pete Buttigieg's father was a Marxist professor who lauded the Communist Manifesto

[bubbabgone]

The father of Democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg was a Marxist professor who spoke fondly of the Communist Manifesto and dedicated a significant portion of his academic career to the work of Italian Communist Party founder Antonio Gramsci, an associate of Vladimir Lenin.
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Paul Kengor, a professor at Grove City College and an expert in communism and progressivism, said Buttigieg was among a group of leftist professors who focused on injecting Marxism into the wider culture.
"They’re part of a wider international community of Marxist theorists and academicians with a particular devotion to the writings of the late Italian Marxist theorist Antonio Gramsci, who died over 80 years ago. Gramsci was all about applying Marxist theory to culture and cultural institutions — what is often referred to as a 'long march through the institutions,' such as film, media, and especially education," Kengor told the Washington Examiner.
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Pete Buttigieg's father was a Marxist professor who lauded the Communist Manifesto

Okay okay okay. So pop was a Marxist. That doesn't mean Pete is. Right?
That article says Pete's communications adviser didn't want to talk about how his father influenced his political beliefs or his thoughts on Marxist thinkers.

Pete did say he's a capitalist but that the system needs changes and capitalism is too intertwined with power. I guess he doesn't see that problem with Marxism.

"Buttigieg has called to abolish the Electoral College system, supports a pathway to citizenship for illegal immigrants in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, and thinks that climate change is a national security threat."

Could that be Pete's application of Marxist theory using the "'long march through the institutions,' such as film, media, and especially education," that was prescribed by his dad's hero.

 

[bearpoker]

The father of Democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg was a Marxist professor who spoke fondly of the Communist Manifesto and dedicated a significant portion of his academic career to the work of Italian Communist Party founder Antonio Gramsci, an associate of Vladimir Lenin.
...
Paul Kengor, a professor at Grove City College and an expert in communism and progressivism, said Buttigieg was among a group of leftist professors who focused on injecting Marxism into the wider culture.
"They’re part of a wider international community of Marxist theorists and academicians with a particular devotion to the writings of the late Italian Marxist theorist Antonio Gramsci, who died over 80 years ago. Gramsci was all about applying Marxist theory to culture and cultural institutions — what is often referred to as a 'long march through the institutions,' such as film, media, and especially education," Kengor told the Washington Examiner.
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Pete Buttigieg's father was a Marxist professor who lauded the Communist Manifesto

Okay okay okay. So pop was a Marxist. That doesn't mean Pete is. Right?
That article says Pete's communications adviser didn't want to talk about how his father influenced his political beliefs or his thoughts on Marxist thinkers.

Pete did say he's a capitalist but that the system needs changes and capitalism is too intertwined with power. I guess he doesn't see that problem with Marxism.

"Buttigieg has called to abolish the Electoral College system, supports a pathway to citizenship for illegal immigrants in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, and thinks that climate change is a national security threat."

Could that be Pete's application of Marxist theory using the "'long march through the institutions,' such as film, media, and especially education," that was prescribed by his dad's hero.

Ahhh! The right wing smear machine shows up right on time. Pete has broad appeal so he must be destroyed.

 

[tres borrachos]

Ahhh! The right wing smear machine shows up right on time. Pete has broad appeal so he must be destroyed.

You know Trump Fan Nation is tinkling its collective panties in fear of a candidate when they have to resort to bringing up someone's dead father to not make any kind of point.

 

[ajn678]

You know Trump Fan Nation is tinkling its collective panties in fear of a candidate when they have to resort to bringing up someone's dead father to not make any kind of point.

Meh, Democrats did the same thing to Trump during the election. Both sides do these things.

 

[bubbabgone]

Ahhh! The right wing smear machine shows up right on time. Pete has broad appeal so he must be destroyed.

So you'd rather not have known?

 

[bearpoker]

You know Trump Fan Nation is tinkling its collective panties in fear of a candidate when they have to resort to bringing up someone's dead father to not make any kind of point.

Pete was on Morning Joe last week and impressed a lot of people, including Republicans. I suspect that's why the Trumpster panties are all in a wad right now.

 

[Airyaman]

Well, that does it. Not going to vote for Pete's dad.

 

[tres borrachos]

Pete was on Morning Joe last week and impressed a lot of people, including Republicans. I suspect that's why the Trumpster panties are all in a wad right now.

I saw him on MJ. It was my first real introduction to him. I was massively impressed. I've seen him again quite a few times. He's getting a shocking amount of support now for being a complete unknown a few months ago.

The guy is brilliant. Too smart for Trump Fan Nation.

 

[bearpoker]

So you'd rather not have known?

I don't particularly care. Feel free to jump down this rabbit hole if you want.

 

[roughdraft274]

The father of Democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg was a Marxist professor who spoke fondly of the Communist Manifesto and dedicated a significant portion of his academic career to the work of Italian Communist Party founder Antonio Gramsci, an associate of Vladimir Lenin.
...
Paul Kengor, a professor at Grove City College and an expert in communism and progressivism, said Buttigieg was among a group of leftist professors who focused on injecting Marxism into the wider culture.
"They’re part of a wider international community of Marxist theorists and academicians with a particular devotion to the writings of the late Italian Marxist theorist Antonio Gramsci, who died over 80 years ago. Gramsci was all about applying Marxist theory to culture and cultural institutions — what is often referred to as a 'long march through the institutions,' such as film, media, and especially education," Kengor told the Washington Examiner.
​

Pete Buttigieg's father was a Marxist professor who lauded the Communist Manifesto

Okay okay okay. So pop was a Marxist. That doesn't mean Pete is. Right?
That article says Pete's communications adviser didn't want to talk about how his father influenced his political beliefs or his thoughts on Marxist thinkers.

Pete did say he's a capitalist but that the system needs changes and capitalism is too intertwined with power. I guess he doesn't see that problem with Marxism.

"Buttigieg has called to abolish the Electoral College system, supports a pathway to citizenship for illegal immigrants in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, and thinks that climate change is a national security threat."

Could that be Pete's application of Marxist theory using the "'long march through the institutions,' such as film, media, and especially education," that was prescribed by his dad's hero.

He was asked specifically about capitalism. You can't assume he doesn't have issues with marxism simply because he didn't mention it when he was asked about something completely different.

This thread is incredibly lame.

:failpail:

 

[What if...?]

The father of Democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg was a Marxist professor who spoke fondly of the Communist Manifesto and dedicated a significant portion of his academic career to the work of Italian Communist Party founder Antonio Gramsci, an associate of Vladimir Lenin.
...
Paul Kengor, a professor at Grove City College and an expert in communism and progressivism, said Buttigieg was among a group of leftist professors who focused on injecting Marxism into the wider culture.
"They’re part of a wider international community of Marxist theorists and academicians with a particular devotion to the writings of the late Italian Marxist theorist Antonio Gramsci, who died over 80 years ago. Gramsci was all about applying Marxist theory to culture and cultural institutions — what is often referred to as a 'long march through the institutions,' such as film, media, and especially education," Kengor told the Washington Examiner.
​

Pete Buttigieg's father was a Marxist professor who lauded the Communist Manifesto

Okay okay okay. So pop was a Marxist. That doesn't mean Pete is. Right?
That article says Pete's communications adviser didn't want to talk about how his father influenced his political beliefs or his thoughts on Marxist thinkers.

Pete did say he's a capitalist but that the system needs changes and capitalism is too intertwined with power. I guess he doesn't see that problem with Marxism.

"Buttigieg has called to abolish the Electoral College system, supports a pathway to citizenship for illegal immigrants in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, and thinks that climate change is a national security threat."

Could that be Pete's application of Marxist theory using the "'long march through the institutions,' such as film, media, and especially education," that was prescribed by his dad's hero.

Couldn't find anything on Pete so y'all had to reach back to his dad?

Was he involved in the Kennedy assassination too?

 

[What if...?]

Pete was on Morning Joe last week and impressed a lot of people, including Republicans. I suspect that's why the Trumpster panties are all in a wad right now.

Ever notice the twenty four hour lag between an event and the arrival of the spin?

You could make book on it.

 

[Sweden]

So you'd rather not have known?

Not really. Lefties do not mind knowing things - its the rest of us they try to keep in ignorance.

 

[bubbabgone]

He was asked specifically about capitalism. You can't assume he doesn't have issues with marxism simply because he didn't mention it when he was asked about something completely different.

This thread is incredibly lame.

:failpail:

Right. Can't assume anything. That's why his communication adviser was asked. She had no comment. Still reasonable to ask Pete though, no?

 

[bubbabgone]

Not really. Lefties do not mind knowing things - its the rest of us they try to keep in ignorance.

By their reaction it does appear that way.

 

[Lesh]

Meh, Democrats did the same thing to Trump during the election. Both sides do these things.

So you admit it's just the standard right wing BS machine.

Mayor Pete has you Trumpers scared.

GO MAYOR PETE

This guy is the real deal.

Check him out

He's a moderate that doesn't lose track of progressive ideals. Pragmatism is the best solution to problems and that's what he does best

 

[roughdraft274]

Right. Can't assume anything. That's why his communication adviser was asked. She had no comment. Still reasonable to ask Pete though, no?

Not addressing what I said. He mentioned absolutely nothing about Marxism so you said:

Pete did say he's a capitalist but that the system needs changes and capitalism is too intertwined with power. I guess he doesn't see that problem with Marxism.

Now you're trying to pretend like you merely want the question asked. That's very different than just assuming silly crap.

 

[bearpoker]

Couldn't find anything on Pete so y'all had to reach back to his dad?

Was he involved in the Kennedy assassination too?

YouTube

Enjoy!

 

[ajn678]

So you admit it's just the standard right wing BS machine.

Mayor Pete has you Trumpers scared.

GO MAYOR PETE

This guy is the real deal.

Check him out

He's a moderate that doesn't lose track of progressive ideals. Pragmatism is the best solution to problems and that's what he does best

I already said I would probably vote for him. But I guess you jump to conclusions due to your inability to not jump to conclusions. eace

 

[smallvoice]

Couldn't find anything on Pete so y'all had to reach back to his dad?

Was he involved in the Kennedy assassination too?

He hasn't said enough to know where he stands, and unless he completely repudiates his father's position, we can only believe that he agrees with his father, just like the rest of us who respect and admire our fathers.

 

[bearpoker]

He hasn't said enough to know where he stands, and unless he completely repudiates his father's position, we can only believe that he agrees with his father, just like the rest of us who respect and admire our fathers.

I respect and admire my father, but I don't agree with him on everything. Respect and admiration do not preclude disagreement. Is your thinking so simplistic that you make this argument in good faith?

 

[jnug]

Ahhh! The right wing smear machine shows up right on time. Pete has broad appeal so he must be destroyed.

I don't mind the RW trash machine showing up somewhere. Sort of expect it now. But this site is turning into 24/7 trash and that is something of a disappointment.

 

[bearpoker]

I don't mind the RW trash machine showing up somewhere. Sort of expect it now. But this site is turning into 24/7 trash and that is something of a disappointment.

I can relate. So many times the interesting discussion topics degenerate into something stupid like "he's a racist!", "no, your a racist!". Some people have no defense but to attack.

 

[Visbek]

So pop was a Marxist. That doesn't mean Pete is. Right?

Right.

/thread

 

[snakestretcher]

The father of Democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg was a Marxist professor who spoke fondly of the Communist Manifesto and dedicated a significant portion of his academic career to the work of Italian Communist Party founder Antonio Gramsci, an associate of Vladimir Lenin.
...
Paul Kengor, a professor at Grove City College and an expert in communism and progressivism, said Buttigieg was among a group of leftist professors who focused on injecting Marxism into the wider culture.
"They’re part of a wider international community of Marxist theorists and academicians with a particular devotion to the writings of the late Italian Marxist theorist Antonio Gramsci, who died over 80 years ago. Gramsci was all about applying Marxist theory to culture and cultural institutions — what is often referred to as a 'long march through the institutions,' such as film, media, and especially education," Kengor told the Washington Examiner.
​

Pete Buttigieg's father was a Marxist professor who lauded the Communist Manifesto

Okay okay okay. So pop was a Marxist. That doesn't mean Pete is. Right?
That article says Pete's communications adviser didn't want to talk about how his father influenced his political beliefs or his thoughts on Marxist thinkers.

Pete did say he's a capitalist but that the system needs changes and capitalism is too intertwined with power. I guess he doesn't see that problem with Marxism.

"Buttigieg has called to abolish the Electoral College system, supports a pathway to citizenship for illegal immigrants in the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, and thinks that climate change is a national security threat."

Could that be Pete's application of Marxist theory using the "'long march through the institutions,' such as film, media, and especially education," that was prescribed by his dad's hero.

Right, guilt by association. Always works:roll: