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Anarchist Patriot · Oct 4, 2003, 01:14 am

http://www.cnn.com/2003/SHOWBIZ/News/10/03...rugs/index.html

MIAMI, Florida (CNN) -- The usually outspoken Rush Limbaugh had little to say on his nationally syndicated radio program Friday about reports that his name is being linked by law enforcement sources to an investigation into a black market drug ring in South Florida.

"I don't know what I'm dealing with, folks. I really don't know the full scope of what I'm dealing with," Limbaugh said during his daily show Friday. "When I get all the facts, when I get all the details of this, rest assured that I will discuss this with you and tell you how it is -- tell you everything there is.

"There may be more than you want to know about this, you can believe and trust me on that."

Sources close to the investigation being led by the Palm Beach County State Attorney's Office told CNN on Friday they have been contacted by a Limbaugh representative and hope that his radio comments indicate the talk show host will be talking with them soon.

Law enforcement sources said Thursday that during an investigation into illegal sales of the prescription painkillers, Limbaugh's name came up as a possible buyer. The sources said that Limbaugh, who has a home in Palm Beach, is not the focus of the investigation.

"We're not sure whether he will be charged," one law enforcement source told CNN. "We're going after the big fish, both the suppliers and the sellers."

The sources said the investigation began nine months ago when Wilma Cline, a former housekeeper at Limbaugh's oceanfront Palm Beach mansion, approached authorities.

In a speech Thursday to the National Association of Broadcasters, Limbaugh did not comment on the drug allegations, nor did he address an article in The National Enquirer in which Cline discusses his alleged efforts to obtain the pills.

Law enforcement sources said the article was accurate, and Cline's attorney said she stands by her story, for which she received payment from the Enquirer.

Investigative sources said the woman claimed she sold Limbaugh prescription painkillers at his request and turned over records of the pills -- OxyContin, Hydrocodone and Lorcet.

In addition, those sources said, Cline turned over e-mails that appear to be from Limbaugh asking for drugs and answering machine recordings on the same subject that sound like his voice.

"We didn't run right out and try to go after a celebrity. We concentrated on trying to get at the source, the suppliers," one law enforcement source said.

Authorities said they do now know whether anyone else will be charged when the investigation is completed.

A spokesman for the state attorney's office in Palm Beach said Thursday that his office could "not confirm or deny" that Limbaugh's name has come up as part of the investigation.

Limbaugh said in a statement released Thursday: "I am unaware of any investigation by any authorities involving me. No governmental representative has contacted me directly or indirectly. If my assistance is required in the future, I will, of course, cooperate fully."

GreatWyrm of Babylon · Oct 6, 2003, 11:54 pm

If it turns out to be true that he was using illegal drugs with the way he attacks those that do, the left need not attack him anymore, the right will bury him...

Section 8 · Oct 7, 2003, 12:28 am

Ha, talk about karma.

GreatWyrm of Babylon · Oct 7, 2003, 12:40 am

One of those things that disturbs me about the left and the right. The right will eat their own if the character assassination is successful, even if it is proven false. While the left will pretend all accusations are false, no matter how solid the proof.

Section 8 · Oct 7, 2003, 10:49 am

Just one thing?

GreatWyrm of Babylon · Oct 7, 2003, 12:04 pm

Want the full list? Doubt I could remember it at one sitting...

Scribbler1 · Nov 13, 2003, 02:01 am

<blockquote>Quote:<hr size="1" />Originally Posted by (GreatWyrm of Babylon,)
If it turns out to be true that he was using illegal drugs with the way he attacks those that do, the left need not attack him anymore, the right will bury him...<hr size="1" /></blockquote>

I dunno, GWB. Nowadays, the far right is not a system of political and social beliefs, it's more a cult and Limbaugh is one of the most prominent of their leaders. Like Jimmy Swaggart, all he has to do is go back on the air and admit to a moment of weakness. If he says his addiction was brought on as a result of being duped into taking pain medication by left wing doctors he WILL be believed and all will be well once again in Limbaughland.

indierockboy · Nov 14, 2003, 04:20 am

i don't know, i'd rather see him go down for something a little more far-reaching.

Scribbler1 · Nov 15, 2003, 01:51 am

<blockquote>Quote:<hr size="1" />Originally Posted by (indierockboy,)
i don't know, i'd rather see him go down for something a little more far-reaching.<hr size="1" /></blockquote>

Why would you want to see him "go down" anyway. Although the far right hates free speech when it doesn't follow in lock-step with their thinking, Limbaugh is doing what ALL Americans are supposedly allowed to do, and that is to speak freely. He didn't wake up one morning and say "I'm rich, famous, influential and millions would kiss my ass in Times Square at high noon if I told 'em to!" He has no power that wasn't GIVEN to him by his devotees.

If you want to hang your dislike on someone, try hating the millions of semi-educated sheep who elect airheads and slobber over talk show hosts, movie idols and rock stars.

If you're in a traffic accident, who do you hate, the car or the driver?

indierockboy · Nov 15, 2003, 02:35 am

<blockquote>Quote:<hr size="1" />Originally Posted by (Scribbler1,)
<blockquote>Quote:<hr size="1" />Originally Posted by (indierockboy,)
i don't know, i'd rather see him go down for something a little more far-reaching.<hr size="1" /></blockquote>

Why would you want to see him "go down" anyway. Although the far right hates free speech when it doesn't follow in lock-step with their thinking, Limbaugh is doing what ALL Americans are supposedly allowed to do, and that is to speak freely. He didn't wake up one morning and say "I'm rich, famous, influential and millions would kiss my ass in Times Square at high noon if I told 'em to!" He has no power that wasn't GIVEN to him by his devotees.

If you want to hang your dislike on someone, try hating the millions of semi-educated sheep who elect airheads and slobber over talk show hosts, movie idols and rock stars.

If you're in a traffic accident, who do you hate, the car or the driver?<hr size="1" /></blockquote>

actually, i don't hate limbaugh. or the far right. (or rather, i don't hate the far right more than i hate the far left). however, if i'm going to hear about the "scandalous limbaugh" for some time, i'd rather it be something much more far reaching and substantial. i suppose it beats oral sex, as far as scandals go, though.

and, on many occassions (explorer/firestone tire blowouts, suv rollovers) the vehicle can be responsible for an auto accident, as mechanical factors do play a part in an automobile collision.

Scribbler1 · Nov 16, 2003, 02:03 am

<blockquote>Quote:<hr size="1" />Originally Posted by (indierockboy,)

actually, i don't hate limbaugh. or the far right. (or rather, i don't hate the far right more than i hate the far left). however, if i'm going to hear about the "scandalous limbaugh" for some time, i'd rather it be something much more far reaching and substantial. i suppose it beats oral sex, as far as scandals go, though.<hr size="1" /></blockquote>

Personally, I'd rather not hear about any of them, at least in the sense that when a celeberity does something we have to hear it ad nauseum. If I like Limbaugh or anyone else we describe as "pundits", I'd rather hear what they have to say, that's all. I don't give a damn about any of these people when they're away from the TV camera, word processor, or microphone. So he's a hypocritical pill popper, and Clinton couldn't keep his pants on, etc.. So what? That's all I meant.

Now if Limbaugh was swiping my Valium, THEN there's be a news story!

<blockquote>Quote:<hr size="1" />Originally Posted by (indierockboy,)
and, on many occassions (explorer/firestone tire blowouts, suv rollovers) the vehicle can be responsible for an auto accident, as mechanical factors do play a part in an automobile collision.<hr size="1" /></blockquote>

Well, you have me there. I was using that as an analogy. I prolly should have said something like, do you hate the killer or the knife, or hate the diaper or the turd. Something like that.

indierockboy · Nov 18, 2003, 11:05 pm

agreed, i'd also not rather hear about it. but if i must, i'd prefer it to be interesting with real implications. i know that this is close to one of his major issues, but, lets face it, i don't think crack addicts want their children to take crack.

and on the analogy: i know, i just thought that was interesting.

Oct 7, 2003, 12:40 am	#4 (permalink) (top)
GreatWyrm of Babylon Avatar of Tiamut Location: Dallas, Texas (Irving) Posts: 848	One of those things that disturbs me about the left and the right. The right will eat their own if the character assassination is successful, even if it is proven false. While the left will pretend all accusations are false, no matter how solid the proof. Logical Fallicies Link

Nov 13, 2003, 02:01 am	#7 (permalink) (top)
Scribbler1 Skeptical Patriot Posts: 7,746	</span><blockquote><span class="smallfont">Quote:</span><hr size="1" />Originally Posted by (GreatWyrm of Babylon,) If it turns out to be true that he was using illegal drugs with the way he attacks those that do, the left need not attack him anymore, the right will bury him...<hr size="1" /></blockquote><span class='postcolor'> I dunno, GWB. Nowadays, the far right is not a system of political and social beliefs, it's more a cult and Limbaugh is one of the most prominent of their leaders. Like Jimmy Swaggart, all he has to do is go back on the air and admit to a moment of weakness. If he says his addiction was brought on as a result of being duped into taking pain medication by left wing doctors he WILL be believed and all will be well once again in Limbaughland. Not a day goes by that I don't see something that reinforces my belief that people are idiots.

Nov 14, 2003, 04:20 am	#8 (permalink) (top)
indierockboy Molten Ash Location: ontario canada Posts: 104	i don't know, i'd rather see him go down for something a little more far-reaching. http://www.autophobic.net/tmesis/sig.gif

Nov 15, 2003, 01:51 am	#9 (permalink) (top)
Scribbler1 Skeptical Patriot Posts: 7,746	</span><blockquote><span class="smallfont">Quote:</span><hr size="1" />Originally Posted by (indierockboy,) i don't know, i'd rather see him go down for something a little more far-reaching.<hr size="1" /></blockquote><span class='postcolor'> Why would you want to see him "go down" anyway. Although the far right hates free speech when it doesn't follow in lock-step with their thinking, Limbaugh is doing what ALL Americans are supposedly allowed to do, and that is to speak freely. He didn't wake up one morning and say "I'm rich, famous, influential and millions would kiss my ass in Times Square at high noon if I told 'em to!" He has no power that wasn't GIVEN to him by his devotees. If you want to hang your dislike on someone, try hating the millions of semi-educated sheep who elect airheads and slobber over talk show hosts, movie idols and rock stars. If you're in a traffic accident, who do you hate, the car or the driver? Not a day goes by that I don't see something that reinforces my belief that people are idiots.

Nov 15, 2003, 02:35 am	#10 (permalink) (top)
indierockboy Molten Ash Location: ontario canada Posts: 104	</span><blockquote><span class="smallfont">Quote:</span><hr size="1" />Originally Posted by (Scribbler1,) </span><blockquote><span class="smallfont">Quote:</span><hr size="1" />Originally Posted by (indierockboy,) i don't know, i'd rather see him go down for something a little more far-reaching.<hr size="1" /></blockquote><span class='postcolor'> Why would you want to see him "go down" anyway. Although the far right hates free speech when it doesn't follow in lock-step with their thinking, Limbaugh is doing what ALL Americans are supposedly allowed to do, and that is to speak freely. He didn't wake up one morning and say "I'm rich, famous, influential and millions would kiss my ass in Times Square at high noon if I told 'em to!" He has no power that wasn't GIVEN to him by his devotees. If you want to hang your dislike on someone, try hating the millions of semi-educated sheep who elect airheads and slobber over talk show hosts, movie idols and rock stars. If you're in a traffic accident, who do you hate, the car or the driver?<hr size="1" /></blockquote><span class='postcolor'> actually, i don't hate limbaugh. or the far right. (or rather, i don't hate the far right more than i hate the far left). however, if i'm going to hear about the "scandalous limbaugh" for some time, i'd rather it be something much more far reaching and substantial. i suppose it beats oral sex, as far as scandals go, though. and, on many occassions (explorer/firestone tire blowouts, suv rollovers) the vehicle can be responsible for an auto accident, as mechanical factors do play a part in an automobile collision. http://www.autophobic.net/tmesis/sig.gif

Oct 4, 2003, 01:14 am	#1 (permalink) (top)
Anarchist Patriot Molten Ash Posts: 143	http://www.cnn.com/2003/SHOWBIZ/News/10/03...rugs/index.html MIAMI, Florida (CNN) -- The usually outspoken Rush Limbaugh had little to say on his nationally syndicated radio program Friday about reports that his name is being linked by law enforcement sources to an investigation into a black market drug ring in South Florida. "I don't know what I'm dealing with, folks. I really don't know the full scope of what I'm dealing with," Limbaugh said during his daily show Friday. "When I get all the facts, when I get all the details of this, rest assured that I will discuss this with you and tell you how it is -- tell you everything there is. "There may be more than you want to know about this, you can believe and trust me on that." Sources close to the investigation being led by the Palm Beach County State Attorney's Office told CNN on Friday they have been contacted by a Limbaugh representative and hope that his radio comments indicate the talk show host will be talking with them soon. Law enforcement sources said Thursday that during an investigation into illegal sales of the prescription painkillers, Limbaugh's name came up as a possible buyer. The sources said that Limbaugh, who has a home in Palm Beach, is not the focus of the investigation. "We're not sure whether he will be charged," one law enforcement source told CNN. "We're going after the big fish, both the suppliers and the sellers." The sources said the investigation began nine months ago when Wilma Cline, a former housekeeper at Limbaugh's oceanfront Palm Beach mansion, approached authorities. In a speech Thursday to the National Association of Broadcasters, Limbaugh did not comment on the drug allegations, nor did he address an article in The National Enquirer in which Cline discusses his alleged efforts to obtain the pills. Law enforcement sources said the article was accurate, and Cline's attorney said she stands by her story, for which she received payment from the Enquirer. Investigative sources said the woman claimed she sold Limbaugh prescription painkillers at his request and turned over records of the pills -- OxyContin, Hydrocodone and Lorcet. In addition, those sources said, Cline turned over e-mails that appear to be from Limbaugh asking for drugs and answering machine recordings on the same subject that sound like his voice. "We didn't run right out and try to go after a celebrity. We concentrated on trying to get at the source, the suppliers," one law enforcement source said. Authorities said they do now know whether anyone else will be charged when the investigation is completed. A spokesman for the state attorney's office in Palm Beach said Thursday that his office could "not confirm or deny" that Limbaugh's name has come up as part of the investigation. Limbaugh said in a statement released Thursday: "I am unaware of any investigation by any authorities involving me. No governmental representative has contacted me directly or indirectly. If my assistance is required in the future, I will, of course, cooperate fully."

Oct 6, 2003, 11:54 pm	#2 (permalink) (top)
GreatWyrm of Babylon Avatar of Tiamut Location: Dallas, Texas (Irving) Posts: 848	If it turns out to be true that he was using illegal drugs with the way he attacks those that do, the left need not attack him anymore, the right will bury him...

Oct 7, 2003, 12:28 am	#3 (permalink) (top)
Section 8 Hot Lava Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 782	Ha, talk about karma.

Oct 7, 2003, 10:49 am	#5 (permalink) (top)
Section 8 Hot Lava Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 782	Just one thing?

Oct 7, 2003, 12:04 pm	#6 (permalink) (top)
GreatWyrm of Babylon Avatar of Tiamut Location: Dallas, Texas (Irving) Posts: 848	Want the full list? Doubt I could remember it at one sitting...

Nov 16, 2003, 02:03 am	#11 (permalink) (top)
Scribbler1 Skeptical Patriot Posts: 7,746	</span><blockquote><span class="smallfont">Quote:</span><hr size="1" />Originally Posted by (indierockboy,) actually, i don't hate limbaugh. or the far right. (or rather, i don't hate the far right more than i hate the far left). however, if i'm going to hear about the "scandalous limbaugh" for some time, i'd rather it be something much more far reaching and substantial. i suppose it beats oral sex, as far as scandals go, though.<hr size="1" /></blockquote><span class='postcolor'> Personally, I'd rather not hear about any of them, at least in the sense that when a celeberity does something we have to hear it ad nauseum. If I like Limbaugh or anyone else we describe as "pundits", I'd rather hear what they have to say, that's all. I don't give a damn about any of these people when they're away from the TV camera, word processor, or microphone. So he's a hypocritical pill popper, and Clinton couldn't keep his pants on, etc.. So what? That's all I meant. Now if Limbaugh was swiping my Valium, THEN there's be a news story! </span><blockquote><span class="smallfont">Quote:</span><hr size="1" />Originally Posted by (indierockboy,) and, on many occassions (explorer/firestone tire blowouts, suv rollovers) the vehicle can be responsible for an auto accident, as mechanical factors do play a part in an automobile collision.<hr size="1" /></blockquote><span class='postcolor'> Well, you have me there. I was using that as an analogy. I prolly should have said something like, do you hate the killer or the knife, or hate the diaper or the turd. Something like that. Not a day goes by that I don't see something that reinforces my belief that people are idiots.

Nov 18, 2003, 11:05 pm	#12 (permalink) (top)
indierockboy Molten Ash Location: ontario canada Posts: 104	agreed, i'd also not rather hear about it. but if i must, i'd prefer it to be interesting with real implications. i know that this is close to one of his major issues, but, lets face it, i don't think crack addicts want their children to take crack. and on the analogy: i know, i just thought that was interesting. http://www.autophobic.net/tmesis/sig.gif