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    City hears concerns with roundabout designs  Nov 21, 2009
    JWeee wrote on Nov 20, 2009 5:06 PM:" Isn't this article just stating that the city is looking for public input on the idea of roundabouts? Guess they're getting it... regardless of the short-sightedness and knee jerk reactions common to the "people that speak the loudest" in this town.I think roundabouts in the locations talked about are probably not a good idea... roundabouts in other high trafic areas are great... Tounsend and Main, maybe? ". Chris wrote on Nov 20, 2009 3:39 PM:" I like... (Montrose Daily Press, CO)

    Readers pick ultimate Bulldogs fan!  Nov 19, 2009
    I want to apologize I just saw the picture and had a knee jerk reaction without reading the story. So my apologies on a joke and a smart alec remark was not meant to be any thing other than that. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Staff told what bras to wear to work  Nov 18, 2009
    Knee jerk reactions like this are just going to anger your loyal staff and you will lose them. Remember, you are chasing after a minority of wrong doers, don't do that at the expense of your loyal staff members. (Business Report, South Africa)

    Voice your opinion Tuesday (43)  Nov 17, 2009
    pinelodge wrote on Nov 16, 2009 8:08 PM:" Great response, boerne mom, to an unfortunate, knee jerk reaction, letter to the editor. Conservatives who do not stop to consider all the aspects of 'property rights' and the truth about protecting financial investments- both for homeowners and developers- miss an important opportunity to help our community grow both in qualitatively and financially. HWY 281, where one real estate observer stated the 'goose that laid the golden egg had died and home... (Boerne Star, TX)

    Why did Lou Dobbs vanish from your TV screens?  Nov 13, 2009
    What a great new world we live in, the cold blooded killer of thirteen unarmed soldiers is a victim, and the free speech press are the knee jerk dissent attack machine for an administration apparently too incompetent to defend itself. md. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    LETTER: Government not good at running a business  Nov 13, 2009
    "---------------Just like you, I have no idea of what is going on behind the scenes with this administration. One thing I have noticed about Obama is that he is methodical about making decisions. Unlike some of his predecessors, he's not prone to knee jerk reactions. I have to assume that he is gathering as much information as possible before making his final decision on Afghanistan. I would remind you that over 4000 young Americans lost their lives over a hasty and poorly planned decision by... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)

    Slive may have to adjust rule on coaches  Nov 12, 2009
    This rule was written as a knee jerk reaction to Kiffin s comments that the SEC letters of reprimand don t mean anything. Let it stand thru the season then modify or delete it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Female Cop Hailed as Ft. Hood Hero  Nov 9, 2009
    P.S. I am not one who runs to the praise to cops on the knee jerk reaction. In this case hats off. (CBS News)

    Controversial speaker warns about 'threat of Islam'  Nov 9, 2009
    realitychecker wrote on Nov 8, 2009 6:41 PM:" What a surprise a bunch of knee jerk liberals attacking Christianity to show how open minded they are towards Islam.Have any of you read the Koran?I have. Saying it is full of hate (to use your talking point) is putting it mildly. Homosexuality? Nope. Woman's rights? Nope. Death by Stoning aplenty though. Save me the 'that's in the Bible' spiel. There are not dozens of countries enforcing Old Testament type punishments like Sharia Law is being... (Longview Daily News, WA)

    SEC made right call on Meyer  Nov 7, 2009
    The SEC s response to coaches is a knee jerk reaction to cover their own embarassing lack of action. And that same entity watches tape of a player trying to blind another player and thinks a self imposed suspension for a half game is enough. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Top harbour spot hit by a charge  Nov 4, 2009
    I think this is knee jerk reaction which sniffs of revenue raising yet again by the NSW government. This would be the one year that most families (poor or not) cannot afford a 'cover charge' to watch fireworks - which have been for FREE since I was born. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Senate health-care bill would cover prayer-based treatments  Nov 4, 2009
    I went first to the medicine man Unmentionable, didn t tell him why I was asking, just wanting a knee jerk reaction from a man of science and of faith with, as he says, as much faith in science as in faith in a S*preme B*ing, science being H*s gift to help us help ourselves. When I told him why I was asking, his first comment was, and I ll lay odds they re jumping on the Christian Scientists, right. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    The morning after  Nov 3, 2009
    JeJe- your 21 points may not be knee jerk to you, but they clearly reflect an emotional point of view that doesn t demonstrate much practical basketball knowledge. I would think more of your points if they were knee jerk. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Hensley: One Plan  Nov 1, 2009
    They can stay the course for the sake of continuity, which is just as bad as a knee jerk reaction and firing. They can hire a general manager first and allow him to hire the coach. (BerniesInsiders.com)

    Hillyer firm on 4 of 5 suspensions  Oct 31, 2009
    IT WASN"T THE COACH'S FAULT...IT WAS THE KIDS!!! Get it??? Outstate Nebraska Oct 30, 2009 2:33 PM Didn't the parents of the 'hazed' student go to Hillyer with an attorney? I believe that is why he got involved in the first place. sonny Oct 30, 2009 2:34 PM Good job Hillyer.Columbus needs more like you to step up to the plate.I think each one of those suspensed wrestlers should have the same thing done to them.If the parents thinks this is okay take them along and do it to them.Then watch them... (Fremont Tribune, NE)

    Letter: Why I am voting no  Oct 31, 2009
    I say that this can become a knee jerk and reactionary government just as easily. It will cost more period. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)

    Delta residents know what's best for the Delta: No canal  Oct 30, 2009
    " gray cloud wrote on Oct 26, 2009 4:28 PM:" I am in complete SHOCK. This is the ONLY thing that you have said that has been supportive of us real people who live here and not your standard repetitive knee jerk demonratic "yes sir" votes. Absolutely stunning. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    Israel's "Nelson Mandela Scenario"  Oct 29, 2009
    As Ive long believed that Americas knee jerk support of the Israeli occupation is a big reason for this countrys terrible reputation in the Muslim world, I am enthusiastic about the groupwhich is generally much more calm and lucid about the supposed threats emanating from the Muslim world than the more established and more powerful AIPAC related lobbies. Theres much to post about J Street and I hope to get to some of it here and elsewhere. (The American Conservative)

    Have you laughed at a drunk friend lately?  Oct 29, 2009
    The Parliamentary Inquiry into Alcohol Related Violence must be an opportunity to finally move beyond knee jerk solutions and work on the real issues ... As the Parliamentary Inquiry into Alcohol Related Violence begins, we all must grab this as an opportunity to finally move beyond emotional and knee jerk "feel good" solutions and work on the real issues. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)

    Economist: Local unemployment to start falling dramatically in second quarter of 2010  Oct 28, 2009
    one knee jerk reaction after another, all with unintended consequences. etc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)

    Use correction to buy, stay away from Reliance Industries: Geojit BNP Paribas  Oct 26, 2009
    No, I do not think that there could be a knee jerk reaction on the downside, a pullback of a great extent. There is enough liquidity waiting to come into the market. (India Times)

    Inflation may touch 10 pc by end March 2010: Assocham  Oct 25, 2009
    8 per cent of GDP this fiscal, the knee jerk reaction on inflation could cause sharp rise in interest rate scenario and crowding out of private investments, it added. Assocham said that although there is a hope that with the kharif crop coming to the market food prices will start cooling off but the chamber believes the impact may not be much significant to offset the increasing prices. (India Times)

    Abortion Divides House Dems on Health Bill  Oct 24, 2009
    Those of you who were not raised in a world where many young girls as well as their babies were left dead in a motel room ought to re-think and stop this knee jerk reaction ... Those of you who were no raised in a world where many young girls as well as their babies were left dead in a motel room ought to re-think and stop this knee jerk reaction. (CBS News -- Politics)

    Republican challenger accuses Baird of grandstanding  Oct 24, 2009
    pontificate wrote on Oct 23, 2009 9:36 PM:" New ideas are just that - new. They are often met with skepticism and rejection. I haven't given much consideration to Rep. Baird's proposal, but shouldn't we encourage new ideas and new ways of tackling issues facing our country? Why a knee jerk reaction to anything that is out of the norm? New solutions to old problems don't come from the same old ideas. New ideas and proposals need to be fostered through a vigorous public debate. We as citizens must... (Longview Daily News, WA)

    LETTER: Stop waging war and provide health care  Oct 24, 2009
    Unlike the Bush administration who jumped into a war with Iraq based on false information, the current Commander in Chief is not subject to knee jerk reactions like those of Dick Cheney. The bottom line is that we are in this mess because the Bush administration neglected the problems in Afghanistan. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)

    LETTER: Public option may leave patients without many  Oct 20, 2009
    Harry Potter wrote on Oct 19, 2009 8:28 AM:" Sorry, I read JEF's post a little too hastily.I believe the appropriate term for this is a knee jerk reaction, RWB. lol! ". Harry Potter wrote on Oct 19, 2009 11:21 AM:" I would suggest anyone who is eligible for Medicare and still working full time, contact your employers insurance contact person so you can verify that Medicare is secondary and your insurance is primary.Unless things have changed, Steve, the determining factor is how many employees... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)

    Firefighter Suspended for Refusing to Remove American Flag Sticker From Locker...  Oct 19, 2009
    The knee jerk reaction these days is to punish everyone for the sins of a few. If BillyRay redneck posts inappropriate stickers on his locker, then he should be punished. (The Drudge Report)

    Cheerful outlook for mkts, several cool picks: Geojit BNP Paribas  Oct 17, 2009
    It was knee jerk reaction. Honestly speaking I do not think, and whenever something like this has happened we act on both the directions. (India Times)

    Talent should be least of problems for Georgias defense  Oct 15, 2009
    So the knee jerk So and so would be doing such is greatly exaggerated. Richt was a nice guy when he was winning SEC titles why is that all of a sudden some big deal now. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    NFL commissioner hints that Rush Limbaugh may not be suitable for franchise ownership  Oct 14, 2009
    This is a knee jerk reaction based on totally incorrect information. The great majority of NFL owners are conservative. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)

    Sri Lanka Sees Room to Cut Interest Rates on Low Inflation to Boost Growth  Oct 7, 2009
    Sri Lanka Sees Room for Rate Adjustments as Inflation Slows - Bloomberg. Updated: New York, Oct 07 04:25 London, Oct 07 09:25 Tokyo, Oct 07 17:25. (Bloomberg -- Asia)

    School bus drivers vote to join Teamsters  Oct 7, 2009
    Rick wrote on Oct 6, 2009 9:17 AM:" Ok people, calm down for just a second. The bus drivers have needed a union for decades. This has nothing to do with real wages (double state min wage by law) but with safety and respect issues from Laidlaw/First Student. First Student bought Laidlaw and kept all the management from that poorly run company. A company with a history of cutting cost in maintenance and safety for company profit like cutting pre and post trip time this year. Instead of falling for... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)

    HardTalk With Busia: Sex, Drugs, Corruption, Assassins ...  Oct 6, 2009
    This was a knee jerk no brainer response to my critique of the Anane re-appointment that Kufours moral legacy will be definately soiled President Attah Mills gets to decide. My appointment has never been legally terminated. (Ghana Web, Ghana)

    'Mkt to remain stock specific, HCC, Central Bank good buys on dips'  Oct 5, 2009
    I still think if you are looking for a breakdown level it will come little lower 2500-2600, not right now, so I think for the time being even if there is a knee jerk reaction I do not think it will be big move on the charts, it still suggest more sideways sort of a move. 1. (India Times)

    Cash for Clunkers - The Home Version?  Sep 30, 2009
    Another typical knee jerk low brow uninformed comment ... by jameslouiky: "Another typical knee jerk low brow uninformed comment." ... by jameslouiky September 27, 2009 9:59 AM EDT Another typical knee jerk low brow uninformed comment. (CBS News -- Evening News)

    Reserving interstate lanes for the affluent  Sep 25, 2009
    Another wonderful knee jerk reaction by those in power ... Another wonderful knee jerk reaction by those in power. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    This week the Obama administration said it would retain its current authority under a terrorism surveillance law to track suspects and obtain records, something some Democrats oppose. Do you agree with their decision?  Sep 24, 2009
    Dave A wrote on Sep 23, 2009 11:35 AM:" The Obama administration has no coherent foreign policy. This is simply a knee jerk reaction to another poll. ". BMAC wrote on Sep 23, 2009 11:33 AM:" I voted for President Obama because I trust him to make the appropriate decisons. It is not useful to second guess every choice he makes. He has access to more information than the average person and he is wise enough and bright enough to do the right thing. ". (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    When the Meetings Industry Is Hurting, Business Feels the Sting  Sep 24, 2009
    Columns, funnies in your inbox. Townhall Daily Alert Your daily must-read of conservative columns, cartoons and news. (Townhall.com)

    Rudd's got a big one... on population  Sep 23, 2009
    At the knee jerk end of the political spectrum, some are calling for radical cuts to immigration. But as the respected economist Saul Eslake has pointed out, immigration helps our economy to grow. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)

    'No reportable actions' on Children's Theatre  Sep 22, 2009
    the issue of Burns hiring and not simply come to a knee jerk conclusion. . (Palo Alto Online, CA)

    TV Anchor's Flub Turns into Catch Phrase  Sep 18, 2009
    Jeez, can't anyone make a mistake these days without the viscous knee jerk reaction. by rwsmith29456 September 17, 2009 11:57 PM EDT. (CBS News)

    Did ACORN work in Afghanistan?  Sep 18, 2009
    You right wing, knee jerk conservatives know all about stealing elections. So if you want to go toe to toe BRING IT WOOTEN. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    CHS doesn't make Ayp  Sep 17, 2009
    Mike P wrote on Sep 16, 2009 8:45 PM:" NCLBH is flawed, but many laws and rules often are. Making the AYP, but near 30% not passing, in any category, is still a very sad state of educating.NCLBH's basis goal was good, no child being left behind in getting at least a set basic level of education should have always been every districts goal and not needed arbirtary benchmarks mandated. Its methods and resources have been lacking from day one. Many noble actions have often led to more and bigger... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)

    Charlie Weis Press Conference Transcript - Michigan State Game Preview (Sept. 15)  Sep 16, 2009
    on the outside looking in, there's always a knee jerk reaction that if things don't go well with a couple of players early in the season, you make wholesale changes. From a coach's perspective, how do you draw the line between saying, "okay, this guy is out of the lineup and we will go to him," or trying to make your good players even better. (Und.com)

    Do you think the recession is over like Fed chairman does?  Sep 16, 2009
    Knee jerk reactions to dumb statements like this equate to higher interest rates due to an uptick in stock activity. People are stil hurting, and I speak to many of them everyday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)

    In Texas district, Obama just an interruption  Sep 13, 2009
    Almost as a knee jerk reaction, I penned a piece for the local paper comparing the rhetoric I was hearing with that of my native Deep South vis a vis the black American. Whoo, whee. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    Tough Love For Israel?  Sep 12, 2009
    Do not even attempt to to accuse me of anti-semitism or any other fail safe knee jerk reaction to just criticism of Israel and it's campaign of terror. Which is wrapped in propaganda and media friendly fact skewing BS without fail. (CBS News)

    Open thread on Obamas health-care speech  Sep 10, 2009
    or do you just obstruct as a knee jerk reaction. Angry Black Man. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    Torture And Truth  Sep 9, 2009
    It's impossible to have meaningful disscussions or debates on many subjects because of these knee jerk, emotional, reactionary, impetuous, and narrowed perspective fools in the media and on blogs. Try debating lib vs con or rep v dem or religion, gun ownership (2nd Ammed), sep of church & State, abortion, social programs, etc. (CBS News -- Politics)

    Sahuarita, Continental not airing Obama speech  Sep 9, 2009
    "He didn't mean it'. "That was a long time OK". It is easier to blame Fox News than to think objectively and critically. Some of the bloggers above are simply pathetic and know nothing. Their reactions are Democratic knee jerk politics. Oh, I'm sorry you are just such good people. Look at your kids history books and the lies told about this country if you really want to educate them.Sahuarita, you did the right thing.I feel for you if you can't get over Bush.. Get a life. ". Upis Down wrote on... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    A question for Sierra Vista conservatives  Sep 4, 2009
    Correction wrote on Sep 3, 2009 1:13 AM:" to Interesting: The current financial situation was NOT brought about by Conservatives that is not how they do business. it was because of legislation introduced under Clinton as "Mark to Market" --knee jerk reaction to the Enron debacle. Clinton is also responsible for limiting Exec's salaries which resulted in lavish "perks" incluidng large blocks of stock options. Fannie Mae was run into he ground by Franklin Raines, a dem appointee and your favorite... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)

    Take high-caffeine energy drinks off the market: NSW minister  Sep 3, 2009
    September 3, 2009 - 4:44PM. Should they be banned. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Woman Tasered twice during arrest on parole violation  Aug 30, 2009
    "I see. You can pick nits...but I cannot?Try thinking for a moment before you post your knee jerk responses. You might have less nits to pick. ". halfpint wrote on Aug 21, 2009 7:54 AM:" She is a good person. She tries to be there for her family and friends. Why did she run? Because seriously who wants to go to jail! She had family issues and was going to turn herself in when that was resolved. If you don't know the whole story... Why judge? ". (Waterloo Courier, IO)

    Battle to stop Laura, 13, sailing solo round the world  Aug 26, 2009
    There is discord today unfortunately, relations may be strained but make a big effort to stay grounded and avoid knee jerk reactions. www. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)

    THE HUDDLE: Latest news, notes from the NFL  Aug 26, 2009
    " And Colts president Bill Polian, a member of the competition committee with Fisher, said his team had a video board at the center of the field in their new stadium.Jones said he does not want the NFL to enact a rule reacting to the the video board. "You dont want to knee jerk too fast about what to do, if you do anything at all," he said.In arguing against a rule change for the video board, he also invoked mention of considering a rule change that would remove face masks from players'... (USA Today -- Sports)

    Brief ultrasound would prevent deaths in labour  Aug 26, 2009
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    Union: Ban Lithium Batteries on Planes  Aug 26, 2009
    Sorry, but with the knee jerk reaction you can expect from FAA a complete ban on all lithium batteries is more likely then a clarification ... Sorry, but with the knee jerk reaction you can expect from FAA a complete ban on all lithium batteries is more likely then a clarification ... Again more knee jerk and idiot reaction to minor problem. (CBS News -- US)

    Are liberals just conservatives on the left?  Aug 25, 2009
    He certainly gives more thought to his posts than do SOME of the knee jerk conservative responders. " xdfred wrote on Aug 24, 2009 9:59 AM:" Phil wrote on Aug 23, 2009 12:29 PM. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Treasuries Gain Most Since December Because of Mild Inflation Outlook  Aug 16, 2009
    An abrupt ending would have had a knee jerk reaction for the market, said , head of Treasury trading in New York at primary dealer BNP Paribas Securities. The gradual slowing will result in a soft landing. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)

    First case of local swine flu confirmed  Aug 15, 2009
    Another irrational response with a knee jerk emotion. Read the most current info on Tamiflu and children. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)

    FACT CHECK: No 'death panel' in health care bill  Aug 14, 2009
    overqualified - I try to sit and reason things out without doing a knee jerk reaction. Like I said, I don't like change. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)

    Guest opinion: Study wilderness before adding any more  Aug 13, 2009
    outlaw wrote on Aug 11, 2009 10:15 AM:" Vincent Vangocart-Its statements like yours that Montanans are getting sick of hearing,all Debby is saying is to take a good look at what we are doing before having a knee jerk reaction,do you have a problem with ALL Montanans having a say in what happens to our forest???!!Maybe you could tell us all how closing a forest that is full of beetles and knapweed is going to improve the health of our forests when we can't cut the trees or spray the weeds. ".... (Montana Standard, MT)

    'We still fancy our chances of winning the Ashes'  Aug 11, 2009
    LONDON: England off-spinner Graeme Swann has said there is no need for knee jerk reactions in the wake of the Leeds defeat against the Australians, and urged England selectors to retain faith in both Ravi Bopara and Ian Bell in next week's Ashes decider. In an article for The Sun, Swann said: "The worst thing England can do is panic in response to one bad performance at Headingley and all the pressure from the pundits. We know we were bad in the fourth Test, the game was a bit of a nightmare, to... (India Times, India)

    Protecting dignity  Aug 9, 2009
    "It worked fine. "I was not really being that clever it was a knee jerk reaction to my friend's condition, but it turns out that it is going to be extremely valuable to elderly people who have very paper thin skin who can now be cleaned with warm water and air instead of having to dry them it is a much more gentle and sensitive approach. " Andy said he had been inundated with requests for the device. But says his greatest pleasure has been from helping his friend, who he is not prepared to name... (BBC News -- UK)

    Post Office no example of excellent service  Aug 8, 2009
    free will wrote on Aug 7, 2009 4:24 PM:" Solen is 40 miles from Mandan. Fed/ex or whoever don't have an office in Solen.Poor D: I have worked for two seperate states and found the same top heavy lack of communication and mismanagement of funds. Some spending seems so knee jerk. One facility ordered new desks for 100 employees there were only 35 workers on site. ". jh wrote on Aug 7, 2009 3:23 PM:" popz, I agree. And while we're at it let's get those greedy life insurance companies to quit... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)

    Neighbor: Pa. Gunman Ogled My Daughter  Aug 7, 2009
    " MMIX, CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The Associated Press contributed to this report. Share: Video and Galleries from The Early Show Video Video Video Latest in The Early Show 1 by secularsurfer August 6, 2009 8:28 AM EDT Yet another right-wing racist acting out his morbid fantasies. These sociopaths are really stepping it up now. by stn_sage August 6, 2009 8:51 AM EDT Yes! And the quicker they 'step it... (CBS News)

    Government option can lower health costs  Aug 7, 2009
    There is what seems to be a knee jerk reaction against what some are calling a "government takeover of our health care system." Funny, no one says that about Medicare or Social Security, both government programs that are widely seen as crucial to our quality of life. The public option is simply this: offering an option - only an option, not a mandate - for those who want to sign up for government health insurance. (The Pantagraph newspaper)

    Did John McCain blink on Cash for Clunkers?  Aug 5, 2009
    4 miles per gallon for the new purchases, or a 61 percent improvement," So. Will Republican Sens. John McCain and Jim DeMint filibuster any further funding, as they are currently vowing to do? Will Democratic Sens. Dianne Feinstein and Claire McCaskill join with the GOP, while demanding tighter fuel economic requirements? We'll be here all week on this story (or at least until HTWW goes on summer vacation), because Cash for Clunkers has everything: government intervention in the economy,... (Salon)

    Health care waste  Aug 5, 2009
    spring wrote on Aug 4, 2009 7:11 AM:" I agree with you Cliff. And, before all the folks opposed to this system respond, please tell me, what is YOUR solution? I am self employed, and I can afford normal health care visits to a doctor OR insurance. I would have to pay $530 per month for a $10000 deductible calculated on an 80/20 co-pay. So I often skip a doctor visit, feel deep fear if I get really sick or almost injured. What is your answer for me? I'm not lazy, I don't smoke and I mostly don't... (Helena Independent Record)

    Gates arrest reveals loss of rights  Aug 4, 2009
    Just check the tapes of the event which are now public record and quit being suck knee jerk conservatives. Have you forgotton what our soldiers fought and died for in the second world war, the right to privacy from unreasonable invasion. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)

    Sex offender saga  Aug 3, 2009
    We need effective laws, not laws that were created out of knee jerk emotion. We need to listen to the experts and to learn from experience. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Call for UK to revise Afghan role  Aug 2, 2009
    Page last updated at 07:37 GMT, Sunday, 2 August 2009 08:37 UK. UK troops 'given too many tasks. (BBC News)

    Obama's Inner Radical Unbound in Gates Cop Case  Jul 27, 2009
    Obamas Inner Radical Unbound in Gates Cop Case: Kevin Hassett - Bloomberg. Updated: New York, Jul 27 04:21 London, Jul 27 09:21 Tokyo, Jul 27 17:21. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)

    Axelrod: Obama Tried to "Cool" Gates Flap  Jul 27, 2009
    I would stand side by side with any man black or white but I have l ZERO respect for a man who claims to fight for the middle class but has such a knee jerk reaction AGAINST A POLICE OFFICER TO STICK UP FOR HIS IVY LEAGUE FRIEND. LEFT FOR THE LITTLE GUY. HA HA HA FRICKING HA. I want to vomit thinking about it. (CBS News)

    Black, White Cambridge Cops Back Officer  Jul 25, 2009
    And 3)) Weighing in on the Gates case in a way that could prejudice any court proceeding by clumsily presenting the PC knee jerk. It's hard to know what Obama's views on anything are when he's so careful to say the "correct" thing. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    Obama Calls Cop Who Arrested Harvard Scholar  Jul 25, 2009
    WASHINGTON (July 24, 2009)--President Barack Obama has called the white policeman who arrested black Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates Jr.. The president says he believes the sergeant to be an outstanding police officer. (KWTX.com, TX)

    Public Official Fired over Porn Star Wife  Jul 24, 2009
    WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. Town's Mayor Says he was Trying to "Maintain Order". (CBS News)

    Calling on workers and bosses: Your view on minimum wage  Jul 23, 2009
    Granted we are in probably the worse economic fiaso since JC was a Corporal knee jerk reactions are the order of the day, but viewed from the broader perspective of economic planning, a min wage never made much sense. Historicaly, the economy was fueled by (theoreticaly) 2/3 consumer spending. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)

    Harvard professor arrested, accuses police of racism...  Jul 21, 2009
    " There's a good chance he was ticked off he was locked out of his house and might have been swearing or whatever.... Though it's odd.... this guy is pretty famous. You'd think the police would have realized.... Posted by fatmatt2008 July 20, 09 02:38 PM Wow, the knee jerk "Jackson/Sharpton" response, what a surprise. Posted by Jack July 20, 09 02:38 PM Perhaps it was the neighbor who is biased, not the police. Posted by Jan Smith July 20, 09 02:39 PM who? Posted by NewOrder July 20, 09 02:57 PM... (The Drudge Report)

    A glimpse of a future with free health care  Jul 21, 2009
    Which just shows me that you are a knee jerk reactionary who automatically posts against people with whom you don't commonly agree. without even reading what they write. (Waterloo Courier, IO)

    Concealed guns now allowed in bars  Jul 19, 2009
    gvbroker1 wrote on Jul 16, 2009 10:47 AM:" If scvalleygirl actually read the article, she would see that it IS against the law to drink and carry a gun. Nothing changed there. This is a knee jerk reaction to a gun law. She's right about the country being in trouble, but needs to focus on Washington and out-of-control spending on the wrong things. ". Submit a Comment. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    Drug Unit Commander Refutes Criticism of Law  Jul 19, 2009
    " Grellner also said the pseudophedrine prescription ordinance is not a "knee jerk reaction" as described in an online comment. "A knee jerk reaction is made to a problem immediately without thought," he said. "This has been scrutinized, discussed and planned to end the meth problem. " He explained that since 1996 there have been efforts to convince state and federal legislators to control pseudophedrine sales in an effort to curb meth production. "Here we stand 13 years later and over 50,000... (Missourian Publishing, MO)

    Tribune editorial: Even here, we're not totally safe  Jul 15, 2009
    Useful idiots wrote on Jul 14, 2009 11:42 AM:" If you own a security consulting firm, getting money out of the public is easy. Just hire some fringe group to stage some stunt. After all the hoopla, the knee jerk newspapers and local news stations will do all the work of convincing the public to part with more of their hard earned cash, to fund your new business venture.Cha-ching! ". Muskrat wrote on Jul 14, 2009 11:26 AM:" Popsealot, it would not be terrorism just common sense but few of the... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)

    Click to read:America's Love-Hate History with Pot  Jul 14, 2009
    It was a knee jerk reaction to a non existing problem. Simply put the law is racist. (CBS News)

    Why Sotomayor is a shoo-in  Jul 14, 2009
    But Sotomayor's justified faith in affirmative action is not knee jerk or formulaicand, in any case, is only one part of the larger culture she represents. Culture, in fact, is what could produce any real friction to come during the hearings on Capitol Hill. (MSNBC -- Politics)

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