Why Do Guys Listen To Rush Limbaugh?
Saturday, July 5, 2008 at 10:03AM (Excuse my rant today but I had to say something about this man who seems like such a destructive force. I will return to my focus of personal independence tomorrow.)
Recently I read the Rush Limbaugh sign a contract for 400 Million dollars and he said he was going to keep doing his radio show until everyone thought like he did. This is a man with a massive ego and arrogance that is off the scales. I can’t imagine why anyone would listen to him but many guys do. People who spend so much time take inventory of others usually have a poor sense of self. His moral superiority is enough to make me wonder about what he has hiding in his dark side. The world already knows that prescription drugs have been one of his nemeses. What else lurks in the underbelly of such a person that spreads so much hate and misinformation?
I have some theories as to why guys listen to Rush. What do you think? Here are some possibilities:
They listen because they are angry and don’t know what to do with all they feel inside
They have lazy minds and prefer to have others tell them how to think
They have self-loathing for who they are
They have worked in jobs where they only saw the worst in people (police, military, prison guards are examples)
They watch Fox News and actually believe all the misinformation and opinions there
They have lost touch with their hearts and are unable to feel compassion
They have for too long denied their emotions and are now a volcano of repression
They have become desperate about life and hateful about the future
They have experienced hurt and loss and never healed
They have lost touch with the Spirit in themselves
They ignored their purpose and are living against what they know it right for them
They are sad or depressed and don’t know how to get help
They have an alcohol or drug problem and are stuck at the emotional maturity level of a young upset teenager.
Whatever the reason, we need to find a way to bring these guys back home to their hearts and to a sense of humanity that it positive, hopeful, accepting, compassionate and willing to understand.
Reader Comments (4)
I am sure you dont listen to the show.
Only people that spread hate are these people.
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I have listened briefly at times just to see what he is up to. He show is so about fear, hate and seems totally heartless
I listen to Rush occasionally. I used to listen religiously. I have fond that for the most part Rush stands for what this country was founded on.Capitalism. Not socialism. He takes the liberal Ideas and points out where they lead. Ultimately they are a destruction of our way of life. There is evidence of this destruction in our country today. deterioration of the family, social programs that no long work for the good of the tax payer, making unconstitutional laws around religion. Rush exposes these things for what they are.
As for his millions? Why would you care how much money he makes? He's not oppressing anyone, he's not exploiting anyone. His living is made only because people want to hear what he has to say. There is no wrong in that and it doesn't effect you if you don't listen.
I have never heard Rush say one hateful thing. And actually your "theories as to why guys listen to Rush" are rather arrogant and insulting. Just because someone doesn't think the way you do, doesn't mean they are lesser than you. Maybe you haven't considered the full spectrum of ideas.
Thanks Jon for your feedback. You obviously have a point of view that aligns with Rush. I do take issue with your ideas that are so typically the Republican talking points that are without foundation. I frankly have no idea how to argue with someone that is sure they know what is right. I have studied human nature and the greatest human ideas for over 35 years and still don't claim to have the answers.
Peace and compassion to you.