New Joe 'You lie!' Wilson video: He explains his outburst, seeks $$$

Well, now it's Joe Wilson's turn to try to make money off the outburst over his outburst during President Obama's speech to Congress last night.

This morning  right here The Ticket reported that because he shouted "You lie!" when Obama claimed his healthcare reforms would not cover illegal immigrants, opponents of the 62-year-old South Carolina Republican mobilized overnight and claim to have raised way more than $100,000 to help defeat him next year.

We also included the shout video there and other reactions, including efforts to support the sudden-nobody-turned-somebody who became God's gift to Thursday cable news yakkers. The redoubtable Don Surber has a photo over here of what the new Joe Wilson T-shirt looks like.

Wilson apologized, of course, for his inappropriate behavior while maintaining opposition to the president's plans.

And he's just now posted his own video explanation of the incident (see below) and -- you'll never guess what else -- an appeal for money over here to counter the appeal for money by people seeking to counter his membership in the House. At this point Wilson would probably accept even Confederate dollars.

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Comments

[Valerie Albach]

Are we seriously believing that illegal immigrants are denied healthcare today and when Bush was in office -- or any President? Come on -- doctors take an oath to help anyone regardless of their station in life. Yeah, when an illegal immigrant shows up at an emergency room, they say "sorry, we can't treat you?" Another lie.

[Elizabeth Allemann, MD]

I am sorry to say that I worked for Mr. Wilson when I was a 16-year-old civics student in South Carolina and he was running for a state legislative office. I was raised in South Carolina by an intensely political family. As a Southerner, I was taught the importance of respect, polite speaking, and restraint. Mr. Wilson coached his campaign workers to be positive in every encounter with voters--words I remember some 30 years later. He has forgotten his values by calling the president of the United States a liar in the people's house, on national television. I do not believe that a person of Southern heritage would make such a mistake in a moment of strong emotions--unless he has decided that there is some legitimate reason to discount Mr. Obama's right to presidential respect. I didn't hear an apology to me or my fellow citizens--rather an admission of a mistake, a statement that he apologized to the president and then a defense of his stance. I apologize to my fellow citizens that I ever did anything to help this man achieve elected office.

[neil]

Great job. America is proud of you. I am sure you will be called a stupid racist. WE respect you for your courage and candor.It is a fact , all of the proposed bills require no proof of citizenship. They are now trying to correct that, well done!

[bobby jay]

typical republican attitude

a disgraceful outburst

no one should approve of this

please do not re-elect this individual

[Fred]

Since this guy likes the current insurance situation for the everyday person so much, I suggest he leaves the congressional health insurance plan and try to get some on his own - as a private person. After all, he should lead rather than follow.

[Getreal!]

You're an idiot! If you have something to contribute to the good of the program then do so in the professional manner to which you were hopefully instructed. If you choose not to be part of the solution, then you choose to be part of the problem. Such outbursts give your great state a very poor imiage! If you can't grow up then get out! You might be better served saying "would you like fries with that?" and survive with those full time benifits as opposed to shat you and your family currenty get.

[angela Vicari]

He sounds like a robot. I doubt anyone will be swayed by such a poor performance.

[Jackie Rawlings]

President Obama showed more class and matters by accepting the half hearted apology by Rep. Wilson. The people of South Carolina deserve much better then a Representative who is paid by the Insurance Company to block the Health Care plan that would save lives. We treat our children respect and matters as they see Rep. Wilson conduct himself like he did. We have respect while in Church and in Court but now we see Republicans don't respect our President in the People's house. Even Iraq Government wouldn't allow Bush to be shown disrespect and he's went to jail. But we allow our Law Makers, Media, Press, Church and anyone talk any way they want to our President. This has never happen with 43 Presidents until President Obama. Rep. Wilson was paid very well by the Insurance company and might even get a bonus check.

[Randi]

The outburst was in my opinion poor taste, however reading through this bill is very alarming! More people should read this thing. One outburst by a fellow republican is the least of America's worries. Read the document people!!!

[DR]

DR Allemann, I too have disgust for the outburst by Congressman Wilson. There is no place for this type of behavior.
As a resident of Tennessee and raised to believe that one should have manners and demononstrate an acceptable behavior, I am ashamed of what the Republican party has become. Infidielity seems to become it's mantra, and the lastest boorish behavior at these townhall meetings has proven to be my reason to leave the party.
I can no longer with good concious, stand by and let these idiots highjack the priciples that I once felt we stood for and think that it good and for the best interest of our country.
I salute you President Barrack Obama you have shown to be a man of principle and poise. May our good Lord direct your steps through this minefield of hate and deceit.

[Urban Derelict]

"doctors take an oath to help anyone regardless of their station in life. Yeah, when an illegal immigrant shows up at an emergency room, they say "sorry, we can't treat you?"

Doctors can help illegal immigrants all they want, what they can't do is distribute Big Pharma drugs to them. I doubt you'll find many doctors who live lavishly and don't need any income.

How many illegal immigrants you know who have legal citizen doctors as their PCP?

[Urban Derelict]

So I don't live in SC, I'm just a bystander here, but wouldn't it be great if SCians can rally and mass mail their governor demanding this guy be impeached? I'm sure he swore on a bible or a koran or a box of angel hair pasta to uphold conduct standards, and yet, on live television with the entire country watching he calls the president of the united states a liar. He must have violated any ethics he swore to uphold. And since Nancy "Waste of Space" Pelosi won't do it...

IT'S UP TO YOU, SOUTH CAROLINIANS! And I love your state, you have a beautiful state, why do you export garbage like this POS? Take him back, we don't want him! He doesn't represent me, and I'd bet most of you feel the same way.

[Urban Derelict]

And then he had the audacity to ask for money.

[daniel Averso]

OH MY GOD! A congressman asking for money! The audacity!

I'm a moderate, who hates politics. I feel Bush did a terrible job, and Obama is doing a terrible job. It's just a different way of screwing things up. But it's just this kind of crap is what makes me hate politics, and makes me realize how messed up politics are.

I can't help but think the man did nothing wrong. He stood up for what the people he represents believe in, in other words, he did his job! He's a politician, he has to ask for money in order to get elected. This is like reporting that the sun rose today -- it just ALWAYS happens.

So before you go reporting that it's just some republican acting like a jerk, take a glance at the other side. Look at Rob Miller's website (his opponent.) You'll find he's just as much of a sleazy politician as the Joe Wilson.
https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/robmiller?refcode=rmsite

[Pete Simoski]

Where were the outbursts when G.W. Bush was actually lying ? When it comes to healthcare we are 37th according to the World Health Organization. We often belittle the Canadian health system , they are 30th on the same list. It's amazing what are willing to talk ourselves out of. It seems that this type of politician is what keeps us lagging behind. I'd prefer not to be 37th on that list and receive the most for my money, not the 37th best

[R.I.P. GOP]

The Republican party cannot continue on for much longer. The universe will not abide that many brain-dead blow-hards congregating in one area for too long. W did not invade Iraq in vain. Go occupy some land there and find out just how much you have in common with the Iraqi clueless extremists. Just twitter Al-Qaeda in Iraq.

[B. Metro]

Its really a non issue in the grand scheme of health care. The burden for illegals using American medical systems will fall to the tax payer anyway. I'm certain their is an amount allotted to situations of that nature in the health care budget. What does that really mean if the bill doesn't cover illegals? An illegal gets hit driving a car. Double Whammy, driving and illegal, so you must sit their and die without any medical attention? This is America, we have humanity and won't let something as petulant as insurance keep us from saving a life. People on the republican side are really making themselves look cold, careless and of course Neophobic.

[Elias Klaich]

RIGHT ON JOE! The lies that come out of the mouth of Barry Soetoro are endless. Finally someone speaks out and calls a spade a spade.

[J HEINEL]

To Joe Wilson, GOOD JOB keep up the good work.

[Freebird]

Rep. Wilson: The mic is yours now. If the President is lying, let's have it: Where exactly in his healthcare reform proposal does he in fact propose to cover illegals or de facto cover illegals or cover illegals in a way that they are not already covered now? Instead of a substantive response from you, such as, "The President proposes to cover illegals here, here, and here...", thus proving your point that he lied, you response is an appeal for money????? Your emotions got the best of you...ok...fine as long as your emotions can be supported by facts...but if all you are is blowing more hot air, then you belong on Jerry Springer not in congress.

[Uncle Bernie]

where are leftists Malcolm and Neuman on the democrats booing Bush in 95 state of the union?

Silent, of course, liks good toadies.

[Chet]

We should all respect others, but Obama lies about so many issues over and over I can understand someone losing their tolerance with his lies and giving an emotionally outburst.

[We59]

Joe Wilson, I understand your outburst, I will donate money to your fund. Also, can someone tell me if Nancy Pelosi ever apologized to the CIA for making a public statement that the CIA always lie to congress?

[Logical]

Whether or not he agrees with the president, respect is foremost in humanity. No issue no matter how emotional should trump respect and kindness. Read about Gandhi and Dr. King two men who had the right to yell and kick but instead chose respect and kindness to make their point. And oh yeah, here we are after the civil rights movement with a black president, I guess respect and kindness does work.

[Tlu]

"At this point Wilson would probably accept even Confederate dollars." LA TIMES
I bet the confederate money is worth more than our US dollar at this point. May not be a bad move.

[suze 100]

Ahh that's a tricky one, human nature is to help people, but we choose whether to or not by where they are born - odd isn't it.