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Biden Warns Russia "It's Time To Stop Talking, And Start Acting"
Vice President Jo Biden's show of support arrival in Ukraine started with a somewhat back-handed statement that left some questioning Biden's diplomatic skills once again. "You face some very daunting problems and some might say humiliating threats are taking place," Biden spoke to Ukraine officials, pledging an additional $50 million to help Ukraine's beleaguered government with political and economic reforms. As CBS reports, The White House has also announced $8 million in nonlethal military assistance for the Ukrainian armed forces, including bomb-disposal equipment, communications gear and vehicles. Biden concluded his oratory with a threat - that seemed oddly worded given the 'actions' of the last few days, warning Russia that "it's time to stop talking and start acting."
As CBS reports, in the most high-level visit of a U.S. official since crisis erupted in Ukraine, Biden earlier told leaders from various political parties that he brought a message of support from President Obama as they face a historic opportunity to usher in reforms.
"The opportunity to generate a united Ukraine and getting it right is within your grasp," Biden said. "And we want to be your partner and friend in the project. We're ready to assist.
Biden met acting Ukrainian President Oleksandr Turchynov and acting Prime Minister Arseniy Yatsenyuk and democracy activists before announcing the new aid.
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"You face some very daunting problems and some might say humiliating threats are taking place," Biden said.
And promised more aid - to help the Ukrainians deal with their humilation?
The vice president also announced the United States would provide an additional $50 million to help Ukraine's beleaguered government with political and economic reforms.
The money includes $11 million to help conduct the May 25 presidential election, including voter education, administration and oversight. It also will help fund expert teams from U.S. government agencies to help Ukraine to reduce its reliance on energy supplies from Russia. Other technical advisers will help fight corruption.
The White House has also announced $8 million in nonlethal military assistance for the Ukrainian armed forces, including bomb-disposal equipment, communications gear and vehicles.
But the anti-Russia rhetoric was strong...
In a very loosely veiled reference to the alleged Russian troops in eastern Ukraine, Biden urged Russia to "stop supporting men hiding behind masks." Russian President Vladimir Putin flatly denied that any of his special forces were in eastern Ukraine in a live television appearance last week, dismissing the claims as "nonsense."
Biden told the lawmakers a priority for the U.S. is to help them become independent from Russian energy supplies. "Imagine where you'd stand today if you could tell Russia to keep your own gas," Biden said.
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Biden added, "You have to fight the cancer of corruption that is endemic in your system right now."
"I want you to know I do not underestimate the incredible pressure you all are under," Biden said. "I do not underestimate the challenges you all face. And I do not underestimate the frustration you all must feel when someone like me comes along to say what a great opportunity this is for you all."
Frustration indeed. But his final words were for Putin...
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden warned Russia on Tuesday that "it's time to stop talking and start acting" to reduce tension in Ukraine.
Or else...
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Then there's the Krispy Kreme Kristy....... there is just no end to the asshole collective...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OI0y0pMIth8
what a shit sandwich.....
Bidden delivering messages from OBAMA so the neocons stay "out the loop"? It is funny how much this president loves to fuck with the neocons? Going to be some unhappy beltway campers over at CFR? Just think after Obama leaves office he will blame the NEOCONS 4 everything?
they should all be hung for treason fuck the PNAC
With leaders like Obungler and Biden, is there any hope left in anyone's mind the US govt will ever turn around and get better?
No? Then what's holding up that "revolution"?
Of course I know what's holding it up. No guts. Plenty of guns, no guts.
Unarmed Ukrainians are doing more revolting than heavily armed Americans will ever do.
Biden is a lying gutless wimp? So are American "patriots".
Yes actually. Article V.
'YOU HAVE TO FIGHT THE CANCER OF CORRUPTION". He could do stand up comedy, and that phrase should be his "I don't get no respecct", except Rodney was more respectful.
FOR: William B., Please do some photoshop on our visititors to the Ukraine. Helmets, vests, MP-40 Schmeisser...
Patriotic Russians are acting not talking.
Oh. Right. Patriotic. Good one. Um no I wont allow my sons to fight in another one of your made up wars and especially not an oligarch pieces of shit euro war. Take All of Europe for all I care.
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Smiley forgot to wear his Nascar suit.
<clearing throat>....
FUCK YOU JOE BIDEN YOU FUCKING AMTRAK CUNT!
WORTHLESS, GOOD FOR NOTHING PREENING PRICK THAT YOU ARE....
I MEAN IT....GO FUCK YOURSELF WITH A 13" BLACK DILDO, SANS LUBRICATION, YOU EVIL BANKSTER PUPPET ASS CLOWN SHIT-EATING, HAIR PLUG SPORTING, CAPPED TOOTHED LYING MOTHERFUCKER!
I normally dislike all caps plus bold but... it fits so well.
Don't hold back next time. Love it.
Russia to Biden "OK, Fine..."
Act 1 - Reunification with Crimea... check
Act 2 - Reunification with Novorossiya... in progress
Act 3 - Dumping worthless dollars... waiting for boomerang
Act 4 - Offer job to Biden as Zadornov's trusty sidekick... Jester suit being crafted now.
Joe Biden is a fool and ignoramus.
He will do as much damage as he can to (what was once) the Republic, and he will be forgotten. Hear that, ass-clown? No statues, no stone temples in your honor. Oblivion.
Somebody slip Biden a roofie and roll the cameras!
What?
Someone didn't? Are you sure?
How could you tell the difference?
I'm sure the "oligarchs" won't get all of the money we the taxpayers send to Ukraine. Rewind and review the billion$ given to the "Russian" oligarchs after the wall fell there. S.O.S.
Me: Hey Joe, ever hear of a guy named Archduke Ferdinand?
JB: Huh?
I love it!
But no one is going to war over Joe.
But they might send Russia a 'Thank-You' note!
Ukraine - junk bonds
Biden added, "You have to fight the cancer of corruption that is endemic in your system right now."
This was a very amusing comment for a US politician to make, and he did it with a straight face, remarkable Oscar winning performance.
Biden = bad hair system
Fuck Biden Kerry and Obama-actually 99% of ALL of the House and Senate----useless eaters, useless taxers/FED addicts/spenders BOTH D & R