Jon Runyan wants to run for congress
by JasonB on Nov 12, 2009 6:00 AM EST
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Yesterday, former Eagle Jon Runyan confirmed via a press release that he's considering a run for congress in South Jersey.
"I am seriously considering becoming a candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in New Jersey's 3rd Congressional District. Our great country is headed in the wrong direction, and it’s clearer every day that career politicians are incapable of solving the problems we face.
I am grateful for the tremendous support and encouragement I have received while talking to people throughout South Jersey about running for Congress and I look forward to having more to say on this subject in the weeks ahead."
I have to say... I hope he doesn't do this. Everyone in our area likes big Jon now, but as soon as he inevitably joins some party half of everyone will hate him. He'll cease to be the personable, fun guy we've all come to know. If you don't believe that... just re-read that antiseptic press release, did that sound like Jon Runyan to you? Not really...
Plus, you just know we'll be hearing corny lines like "I'm going to protect our country's blind side!" I also have to wonder how good of a politician he'd actually make. From what I remember his biggest issue was trying to get Andy Reid to run the ball more... needles to say he was unable to influence the guy in charge. I kid... but seriously don't do Jon.
Now if Runyan does insist on running, maybe we can get Michael Strahan to run against him. Get the old rivalry started up again...
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Sounds like a good conservative guy
he would get my vote if I lived in that area
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by Joe_D on Nov 12, 2009 6:03 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Why? you dont even what he stands for, or what his views are.
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by JerseyJay on Nov 12, 2009 9:00 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Its my understanding he’ll be running on the 2nd amendment almost exclusively.
Let the beasting begin.
by TransplantedFan on Nov 12, 2009 9:11 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Awesome.
he would therefore be my guy.
People underestimate how important the second ammendment is. You think your government has too much power now, let the take away civilian rights to arm themself.
But they’ll never repeal the second ammendment. It’d be the start of the 2nd civil war
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by 700 Level on Nov 12, 2009 9:40 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I heard a psychologist on the radio
blame guns on army bases for the Ft Hood shootings. GUNS ON ARMY BASES!!! Not only did she think we should disarm the citizens, we should what? Disarm the military?
"What did it feel like? That collision, I didn't feel nothing, because he was pretty much defenseless. It was like running through a cardboard box. Seriously. Cardboard box."- Sheldon Brown on his pounding of Reggie Bush in the '06 Playoffs
by jalarsen1 on Nov 12, 2009 10:45 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
thats right...
because nobody is responsible for their actions anymore…. blame it on the guns, blame it on the drugs, blame it on your parents, blame it on the a-a-a-a-a-alcohol… sorry couldnt resist…
but seriously, what ever happened to people being accountible for their actions?
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by 700 Level on Nov 12, 2009 10:53 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
actually
that dude used a handgun bought from a civilian retail shop. I THINK. anyway, lemme use this moment to say to whoever it’s worth that as a fellow Muslim, i say that guy is a sad sack of shit who is very misinformed on how things work in this world. a guy who needed a hug, who couldn’t deal with his problems cuz he was too much of a weiner.
by Bleediots on Nov 12, 2009 11:20 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I wish that stuff wasnt actually advocated in the Koran, but it is
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by 700 Level on Nov 12, 2009 11:46 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
meh
subject to interpretation. do you think the world was really covered in water for 40 days and that noah really managed to get polar bears and cocker spaniels on the same boat? depends on how you take it.
by Bleediots on Nov 12, 2009 11:53 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
every group can have its radicals
as a fellow American, I thank you for denouncing his action!
"What did it feel like? That collision, I didn't feel nothing, because he was pretty much defenseless. It was like running through a cardboard box. Seriously. Cardboard box."- Sheldon Brown on his pounding of Reggie Bush in the '06 Playoffs
by jalarsen1 on Nov 12, 2009 11:56 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
The Old Testament advocates stoning to death people who eat shellfish, and morally allowing the keeping of slaves – as long as they’re from some other country!
Just saying… every Holy Book has some heinous things in it. Doesn’t make the religion a bad one.
by UnclaimedFright on Nov 12, 2009 3:20 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
this such a difficult conversation to have in a forum like this, but taking parts of the old testament and equating it to Jihad is incorrect
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by 700 Level on Nov 12, 2009 4:47 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
You should research what Jihad really is before saying that kind of stuff is “advocated” in the Quran. Dumb piece of shits like him give people false ideas about Muslims and the religion of Islam.
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by Route36 on Nov 12, 2009 7:47 PM EST via mobile up reply actions 0 recs
P.S. “dumb piece of shit” was referred to the Ft. Hood killer not you 700 level.
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by Route36 on Nov 12, 2009 8:05 PM EST via mobile up reply actions 0 recs
i gave you the benefit of the doubt
but i have done way more research than you could imagine.
Mohammad was not what you think man
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by 700 Level on Nov 12, 2009 9:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I read the entire Quran, as well as the Bible, Torah and the Gita and nothing I read in the Quran advocates killing innocent people. There are a lot of variations of Jihad. Jihad means “struggle for the cause of God”.
There is Jihad against committing sins which is meant to counter Satan, and there is Jihad in warfare(the controversial one) which is physical fighting that is meant to be performed ONLY in defense of the people in Islamic society.
This is not the place to debate religion so we can save it for another time and place. Over here we all share a common faith and that’s our Eagles!
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by Route36 on Nov 12, 2009 10:28 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
+1000
Agreed. I think this is a very thoughtful and polite conversation about a topic that can turn ugly quickly… but nonetheless, we’re all fanatics for the Eagles first and foremost here!
I bet Allah could run a pretty mean two minute drill, though…
by UnclaimedFright on Nov 13, 2009 5:54 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
If you don't think that the Bible/Quran advocate killing infidels
You have not read either book at all. Hell in Isaiah it blesses those who dash the heads of the children of their enemies on rocks.
by fleeb on Nov 13, 2009 11:44 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
AWESOME!
As an NRA member, he’d get my vote too
But I don’t live in Jersey, so it certainly doesn’t matter.
But Jason B has a point. He will definitely go from “loved by everyone” to “loved even more by half” and “hated by half”
Politics are important, but I wish people were able to engage in conversation of politics the way we talk Eagles here. Logic. Respectful disagreement, and no real emotion. Politics are so emotional for people because they have feelings about things, and don’t know how to argue their feelings logically
"What did it feel like? That collision, I didn't feel nothing, because he was pretty much defenseless. It was like running through a cardboard box. Seriously. Cardboard box."- Sheldon Brown on his pounding of Reggie Bush in the '06 Playoffs
by jalarsen1 on Nov 12, 2009 10:43 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
The gun issue is one of those issues that has been pretty messed up since the time of our framers. Everybody who took politics in college had to read a bunch of the federalist papers, but almost no one had to read the anti-federalist papers. They wrote their own version of the the Bill of Rights, including their own version of the 2nd Amendment and it looked a lot different than the one we have today.
Let the beasting begin.
by TransplantedFan on Nov 12, 2009 3:16 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I think I’d vote for him just because he’s a down to earth guy who works hard; a man of the people if you will.
But I’ve never really liked it when athletes would cross over into other fields of work like acting, singing, etc. It seems like it never really pans out that well.
by notfromphilly on Nov 12, 2009 7:18 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
What he is saying about career politians is 100% true. There was a day when people who ran for office were just upstanding citizens who wanted to make a real change for the better. Now we have two parties and assholes only concerned with their image.
Sorry to rant about politics, but I liked what Jon said, even if it probably didnt come from him. I did hear that Jon is a very smart man though…smartest guys on the football field are usually O-Lineman (I played O line haha)
by Clyde Simmons on Nov 12, 2009 8:13 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
100% true a buddy of mine just ran for and won the Mayor position in a local area at 25. He ran because he was tired of seeing his community run down and wanted to make a difference, that is the kind of passion we need.
To often people run just for the paycheck and the exposure.
Jim Johnson 1941-2009
"The 0-2 pitch, swing and a miss! STRUCK HIM OUT! The Philadelphia Phillies are 2008 World Champions of baseball! And let the city celebrate! " - Harry Kalas 1936-2009
by Whodie126 on Nov 12, 2009 11:22 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I think I’d vote for him just because he’s a down to earth guy who works hard; a man of the people if you will.
Like Joe The Plumber
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by JerseyJay on Nov 12, 2009 9:02 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
And therefore highly qualified to serve in the government!
"He wasn't an astronaut! He was a comedian, and he was just using space travel as a metaphor for beating his wife!"
by Rumplestiltskin02 on Nov 12, 2009 1:55 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I’d take a “regular joe” who understands the problems of the people over a corrupt money-grubbing sleaze any day.
But hey, that’s just my opinion.
by notfromphilly on Nov 13, 2009 3:31 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
im with Jason on this one
John stick to football
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by JerseyJay on Nov 12, 2009 9:04 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
I don't need to know his views!
Those of us with hairy arms have to stick together.
by thwalls on Nov 12, 2009 9:08 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
He’s going to sweep the ManYeti demographic.
by UnclaimedFright on Nov 12, 2009 3:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Pssh, Runyan hasn’t protected anyone’s blind side since College. He’d be protecting our nation’s….sighted side….
by mrb5091 on Nov 12, 2009 9:26 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
How about
that Curt Schilling guy for office?
by JGCarraway on Nov 12, 2009 9:30 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Fuck it, while were at it
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by JerseyJay on Nov 12, 2009 9:35 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
he is looking for a job
"What did it feel like? That collision, I didn't feel nothing, because he was pretty much defenseless. It was like running through a cardboard box. Seriously. Cardboard box."- Sheldon Brown on his pounding of Reggie Bush in the '06 Playoffs
by jalarsen1 on Nov 12, 2009 11:12 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Freddie's first press conference after signing a controversial bill
“First off, I’d like to thank my fountain pens for being so great…”
by Bisch on Nov 12, 2009 10:25 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
hahaha
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by southjersey89 on Nov 12, 2009 11:39 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Well if the terminator can run for office he should be able to. Unfortunately sometimes that can come at a disadvantage because no one would take you seriously, and then there are fans that will vote for him based soley on the fact he played for the Eagles – and considering its south jersey – there are definitely Eagles fans there.
I remember having the option to vote for Lynn Swann when he was running for Gov. in PA. He didn’t win but a lot of people think that having a well known name gives you an advantage. This might be true in his case. I’d prefer he stick to football though. Even if he isn’t playing… it looks like they are letting anyone broadcast these days.
In life, as in a football game, the principle to follow is: Hit the line hard.
-Theodore Roosevelt
by Eaglesgrl5 on Nov 12, 2009 10:33 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
it seems more and more with SO much media
that politicians feel the need to become celebrities first, especially if they’re running on the national stage, before they stand a chance to win an election. Obama and Palin were and still are treated by the media as celebrities: Gossip magazine covers, late night comedy show spoofs, best dressed awards….
If you’re already a celebrity, then you have a leg up as far as getting your name to the common people who don’t pay attention to politics. (I think of my wife who knows nothing of Obama’s Senate record, nothing of Palin’s accomplishments as governor, and has no idea who our Congressman is…but she certainly knows the names of the politicians who show up in US Weekly)
Most Americans do not pay attention to politics, but cannot get enough of their celebrities. It’s kinda sickening, but it’s true.
"What did it feel like? That collision, I didn't feel nothing, because he was pretty much defenseless. It was like running through a cardboard box. Seriously. Cardboard box."- Sheldon Brown on his pounding of Reggie Bush in the '06 Playoffs
by jalarsen1 on Nov 12, 2009 11:19 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
It is true… the more exposure they have the more votes they can typically get when their name is recognized on the ballot. But anyone running for any type of political office has to be narcissistic in some way. And that the way it goes…
In life, as in a football game, the principle to follow is: Hit the line hard.
-Theodore Roosevelt
by Eaglesgrl5 on Nov 12, 2009 12:56 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
“I’m going to protect our country’s blind side!”
ROFL
I don’t really care either way if he wants to run and thinks he can make a difference I think he should go for it regardless of whether people will hate him or not.
Personally I think anyone who would simply hate a guy for picking a party isn’t worth having on your side anyway.
Jim Johnson 1941-2009
"The 0-2 pitch, swing and a miss! STRUCK HIM OUT! The Philadelphia Phillies are 2008 World Champions of baseball! And let the city celebrate! " - Harry Kalas 1936-2009
by Whodie126 on Nov 12, 2009 11:26 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
RUNYAN FOR PREZ!!!!!
Let's get it Birds.
by homestar2281 on Nov 12, 2009 11:42 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
I always knew he leaned to the right. Right tackle that is.
I’ll see myself out.
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by southjersey89 on Nov 12, 2009 11:47 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Good.
I agree with him already…You’re right Jon, too many career politicians!!! I miss Jon on the birds..he was a hard worker and aggressive player. I only wish he was running where I live so I could vote for him.
by strikeeagle on Nov 12, 2009 12:08 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I totally support Runyan
He’d be a fine US Representative, better than most of the tools in the House.
I like when NFL players run for Congress. Jack Kemp was a brilliant congressman when it came to economics, Steve Largent was OK and even Heath Shuler isn’t bad for a Democrat.
Bednarik would have made the best politician EVER.
Of course, I’m still mad at Ditka and wimping out in 2004 and not running against Obama.
by DavidH22 on Nov 12, 2009 12:20 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I see the whole not taking him seriously thing
But at this point, I rather take a blue collar football player like Runyan. All the other politicians are basically lawyers lining their pockets from lobbyist.. How can runyan be any worse?
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by Joe_D on Nov 12, 2009 2:36 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
edit … “blue collar attitude player” … there is nothing blue collar about making 18 million dollars in 3 years.
Jim Johnson 1941-2009
"The 0-2 pitch, swing and a miss! STRUCK HIM OUT! The Philadelphia Phillies are 2008 World Champions of baseball! And let the city celebrate! " - Harry Kalas 1936-2009
by Whodie126 on Nov 12, 2009 2:52 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
OMG!!!! Why can’t the Eagles just accept the fact that the Cowboys whooped up on them!! One has to admit…the score made the game look a lot closer than the game actually was!
by michael1208 on Nov 12, 2009 3:12 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I think you’re in the wrong article, but good try anyway.
Its even a “better” try considering that you joined up all of 5 minutes ago. But thanks for playing.
Let the beasting begin.
by TransplantedFan on Nov 12, 2009 3:14 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Oh look, another Cowtroll.
What state do you live/decided to be an insufferable bastard frontrunner in?
by UnclaimedFright on Nov 12, 2009 3:23 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
wow this is the definition of Fail.
Jim Johnson 1941-2009
"The 0-2 pitch, swing and a miss! STRUCK HIM OUT! The Philadelphia Phillies are 2008 World Champions of baseball! And let the city celebrate! " - Harry Kalas 1936-2009
by Whodie126 on Nov 12, 2009 3:29 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
dont fault him/her. he/she/it sounds like a 10 year old
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by 700 Level on Nov 12, 2009 4:48 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I won’t delete this just so future generations can marvel at the epicness of this fail
by JasonB on Nov 12, 2009 5:42 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I think that was Michael Scott
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by 700 Level on Nov 12, 2009 9:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
NOOOO!
Don’t it Jon!
I hate all politicians. They are all just idiotic corrupted bastards in my eyes. More money for them, more power for them, etc. Useless greedy assholes…
But I don’t wanna hate big ‘ld Jon Runyan. :’(
RIP Jim Johnson, best ever.
by Imp on Nov 13, 2009 11:29 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
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