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RoadRage · 08-04-2003, 06:10 PM

LOS ANGELES, California (CNN) -- Hustler magazine publisher Larry Flynt announced Monday that he plans to run for governor of California, saying he believes he can do a better job balancing the state's budget and improving education than "those pinhead bureaucrats in Sacramento."

http://www.cnn.com/2003/ALLPOLITICS/...lynt.governor/

Damn, this ought to be FUN!

The_Dude · 08-04-2003, 06:29 PM

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LOS ANGELES, California (CNN) -- Hustler magazine publisher Larry Flynt announced Monday that he plans to run for governor of California, saying he believes he can do a better job balancing the state's budget and improving education than "those pinhead bureaucrats in Sacramento."

Flynt said he wants to put his name on the ballot for the vote October 7 on whether to recall incumbent Gov. Gray Davis and whom to put in his place.

Suggesting as his slogan "Vote for a Smut-Peddler Who Cares," Flynt, 60, said he would expand gaming regulations to allow private casinos to have slot machines, which could be taxed by the state at 30 percent.

The casino tax could raise about $3 billion a year for the state, he said.

Educational improvements are another priority, he said, as is illegal immigration. Flynt suggested giving amnesty to all illegal immigrants, then having California secure its borders because, he said, the federal government has failed to do it properly.

Flynt has made millions publishing pornographic magazines, including Hustler and Barely Legal.

Asked whether his entry contributes to a "circus-like atmosphere" in a wide-open race, Flynt acknowledged that easy ballot access allows many to run. But in the end, he said, "you're only going to have serious contenders."

"Just because I publish pornography does not mean that I am not concerned about the social ills that all of us are," he said.

Flynt, who said he'd run as a Democrat, spoke to reporters in his plush, classically decorated office at the headquarters of Flynt Publications in Beverly Hills.

Flynt has run a political campaign before. He launched a brief campaign for president against Ronald Reagan in 1983. He is also well-known in the courts, having served time in federal prison time in 1984 for not revealing the source of FBI undercover tapes he released that showed footage from the drug sting against former automaker John DeLorean.

He was on trial in Gwinnett County, Georgia, on obscenity charges in 1978 when he was shot outside the courthouse, a wound that left him paralyzed.

"I even took a bullet for the First Amendment," Flynt said, calling himself a civil libertarian.

His firm belief in the Constitution, and especially the First Amendment, also means he can't be bought, he said.

"I don't have one penny in special interest money behind me," he said. "I don't owe anybody anything, and in the end I would not owe anybody anything, and I think that I would be Gray Davis' and the California Republican Party's worst nightmare come true if I got elected."

He called the war on drugs a failure and said it must be dealt with, but Flynt did not propose any particular measures. He said he favors legalizing prostitution.

"I could see all kinds of benefits coming from that, including additional tax revenue, being able to control venereal disease and a possible decrease in sexual assaults," Flynt said.

Flynt said he might commission a study on legalizing prostitution, though he said he doesn't think he would get much support.

Flynt lamented California's low ranking in education, and said the problems with the system include low SAT scores, teacher pay and class size.

"But you know, our children are our future," Flynt said. "Whatever the education problems are in California, we have to fix 'em, because if California can be a beacon for the rest of the country on the rest of the social issues, why can't it be a beacon for education?"

He said he wants to "cringe" every time Davis and others say they're working on education "when they're not doing a damn thing, and everybody's buying into it."

Flynt shoved off comparisons to former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura, the former professional wrestler who ran as an independent and won in 1998. Flynt said Ventura's was an independent movement, whereas the current situation in California is about the "two-party process shaking itself out."

Former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan, a Republican, would be the only other candidate Flynt said he would back, because the two are friends.

The recall drive has been led by Rep. Darrell Issa, who is also running. Bill Simon -- who narrowly lost to Davis in 2002 -- and state Sen. Tom McClintock also are likely GOP candidates.

Political commentator Arianna Huffington has said she is considering running as an independent.

this should be great. a porno publisher as the gov of CA.

guthmund · 08-04-2003, 07:15 PM

He's no less qualified than the Austrian immigrant movie star who married into a prominent family.....

At least with Larry Flynt running I might be entertained.

The_Dude · 08-04-2003, 07:23 PM

he should go by the slogan "free porn 4 everyone"

Tickford · 08-04-2003, 07:45 PM

Atleast he tells ya what he really thinks......

RoadRage · 08-04-2003, 07:54 PM

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Originally posted by The_Dude
he should go by the slogan "free porn 4 everyone"

I thought porn was the reason the Internet was invented in the first place.

Depending on how fractured the electorate is in the race, he might just pull it off.

Questions for anyone from California: are they going thru the whole primary process again? Are they voting for the replacement at the same time as the recall? Something different?

reconmike · 08-04-2003, 08:07 PM

Can he do any worse than Davis?

smooth · 08-04-2003, 08:23 PM

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Originally posted by RoadRage

I thought porn was the reason the Internet was invented in the first place.

Depending on how fractured the electorate is in the race, he might just pull it off.

Questions for anyone from California: are they going thru the whole primary process again? Are they voting for the replacement at the same time as the recall? Something different?

no primary. first part of ballot will have:

Should Davis be recalled?
a)yes
b)no

Who should replace him if he is recalled?
a) (anyone except Davis)
b)
c)
etc. (estimates of ~20 people)

Person with the most votes wins. A small slice of the population (as in, 7%) could end up deciding who is elected.

smooth · 08-04-2003, 08:24 PM

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Originally posted by reconmike
Can he do any worse than Davis?

What, exactly, do you think Davis did incorrectly?

aeturnum · 08-04-2003, 10:53 PM

This recall election is causing candidates to come out of the woodwork, but I never expected flint to try. He could run with Jerry Springer on a ticket for president in a few years.

Markaz · 08-04-2003, 11:30 PM

He would actually be good, considering he isn't a political hack. God I hate government...

Bill O'Rights · 08-05-2003, 05:31 AM

Why is it that I keep hearing "The Merry-go-round Broke Down" in the back of my head, every time I read about California politics.

RoadRage · 08-05-2003, 09:17 AM

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Originally posted by smooth
Person with the most votes wins. A small slice of the population (as in, 7%) could end up deciding who is elected.

*spit take*

Wow, Flynt does have a chance! There's enough twisted people out there that just might vote for him.

Why do smell another recall election in the immediate future?

TheKak · 08-05-2003, 02:04 PM

I would vote for him!

TheKak · 08-05-2003, 02:05 PM

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Originally posted by smooth
What, exactly, do you think Davis did incorrectly?

Hmmm, I can think of about 30 billion things.

Halx · 08-05-2003, 03:26 PM

I am voting for Larry
This is a once in a lifetime chance, and he couldn't possibly make things worse!

bundy · 08-05-2003, 03:35 PM

i´d move to America just to vote for Larry.
free speech defender should be on the resume of everyone standing for office.

smooth · 08-05-2003, 05:51 PM

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Originally posted by Halx
I am voting for Larry
This is a once in a lifetime chance, and he couldn't possibly make things worse!

Hey, Halx, what do you think of Arianna? Camejo stated he would step down if she runs.

xxmsaxx · 08-05-2003, 09:39 PM

heh its gonna be a bill clinton all over again

The_Dude · 08-06-2003, 11:23 AM

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Originally posted by xxmsaxx
heh its gonna be a bill clinton all over again

it'll be more than just a bj this time.

j8ear · 08-06-2003, 01:54 PM

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Originally posted by The_Dude
it'll be more than just a bj this time.

YEAH and with footage!

Ralvek · 08-06-2003, 02:48 PM

Good for him! If it wasn't for Larry there would be no internet porn, and what would we all do with our free time?

mikecc · 08-08-2003, 03:30 PM

I love ya Larry--but I don't want Cali to become the butt of the countries jokes. I do think you would be a great candidate for PRESIDENT. Go Larry Go

Phaenx · 08-08-2003, 04:17 PM

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Originally posted by mikecc
I love ya Larry--but I don't want Cali to become the butt of the countries jokes.

To late.

Gorgo · 08-09-2003, 12:34 AM

A austria accented, muscle-bound, movie star, (Arnold S.)

A has been, sitcom, child star, (Gary Coleman)

NOW an old, porno peddler from way back, (Larry Flynt)

Only in America . . .

Stare At The Sun · 08-10-2003, 11:21 AM

This whole cali gov thing kinda annoys me, i mean, its interesting to watch, but i'd rather hear about new developments worldwide, instead of this, and all the bullshit about kobe. Though this is still important. I think larry is about as qualified as the rest, so in other words, hes not. However, i dont see things getting to much worse...

Lebell · 08-10-2003, 11:35 AM

I personally am going outside to look for Jesus in the Air...

Arc101 · 08-10-2003, 11:48 AM

It would so piss off all the bible bashers out there who tell you how you should live - I hope he wins !

marcopolo · 08-10-2003, 01:34 PM

I think the Hustler's next asshole of the month is going to be ...
drumroll please ...

08-04-2003, 06:10 PM	#1 (permalink)
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08-04-2003, 07:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
guthmund big damn hero	He's no less qualified than the Austrian immigrant movie star who married into a prominent family..... At least with Larry Flynt running I might be entertained. __________________ No signature. None. Seriously.

08-04-2003, 07:23 PM	#4 (permalink)
The_Dude The GrandDaddy of them all! Location: Austin, TX	he should go by the slogan "free porn 4 everyone" __________________ "Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity." - Darrel K Royal

08-04-2003, 07:45 PM	#5 (permalink)
Tickford Insane Location: Australia	Atleast he tells ya what he really thinks...... __________________ Anyone who goes to a psychiatrist ought to have his head examined. Samuel Goldwyn

08-04-2003, 08:07 PM	#7 (permalink)
reconmike Thank You Jesus Location: Twilight Zone	Can he do any worse than Davis? __________________ Where is Darwin when ya need him?

08-04-2003, 10:53 PM	#10 (permalink)
aeturnum Upright	This recall election is causing candidates to come out of the woodwork, but I never expected flint to try. He could run with Jerry Springer on a ticket for president in a few years.

08-04-2003, 11:30 PM	#11 (permalink)
Markaz Tilted	He would actually be good, considering he isn't a political hack. God I hate government... __________________ Tu madre está muy sabrosa

08-05-2003, 05:31 AM	#12 (permalink)
Bill O'Rights will always be an Alyson Hanniganite Location: In the dust of the archives	Why is it that I keep hearing "The Merry-go-round Broke Down" in the back of my head, every time I read about California politics. __________________ "I distrust those people who know so well what God wants them to do because I notice it always coincides with their own desires." - Susan B. Anthony "Hedonism with rules isn't hedonism at all, it's the Republican party." - JumpinJesus It is indisputable that true beauty lies within...but a nice rack sure doesn't hurt.

08-05-2003, 02:04 PM	#14 (permalink)
TheKak Insane Location: Virginia	I would vote for him! __________________ Roses are red, violets are blue, I'm a schizophrenic and so am I.

08-05-2003, 03:26 PM	#16 (permalink)
Halx Please touch this. Owner/Admin Location: Manhattan	I am voting for Larry This is a once in a lifetime chance, and he couldn't possibly make things worse! __________________ You have found this post informative. -The Administrator [Don't Feed The Animals]

08-05-2003, 03:35 PM	#17 (permalink)
bundy . Location: Tokyo	i´d move to America just to vote for Larry. free speech defender should be on the resume of everyone standing for office. __________________ Ohayo!!! Last edited by bundy; 08-05-2003 at 03:39 PM..

08-05-2003, 09:39 PM	#19 (permalink)
xxmsaxx Tilted Location: Home of the First Clone	heh its gonna be a bill clinton all over again __________________ .................. /..../\../\....\ \|.S.\|..V..\|.A.\| \....\..../..../ .................. Work for pay and pay for freedom

08-06-2003, 02:48 PM	#22 (permalink)
Ralvek Crazy Location: MN	Good for him! If it wasn't for Larry there would be no internet porn, and what would we all do with our free time? __________________ Ban country music, it promotes inbreeding.

08-08-2003, 03:30 PM	#23 (permalink)
mikecc Upright	I love ya Larry--but I don't want Cali to become the butt of the countries jokes. I do think you would be a great candidate for PRESIDENT. Go Larry Go

08-09-2003, 12:34 AM	#25 (permalink)
Gorgo Tilted Location: Tampa Bay, Florida	A austria accented, muscle-bound, movie star, (Arnold S.) A has been, sitcom, child star, (Gary Coleman) NOW an old, porno peddler from way back, (Larry Flynt) Only in America . . . __________________ Will Code for food . . .

08-10-2003, 11:21 AM	#26 (permalink)
Stare At The Sun Eh? Location: Somewhere over the rainbow	This whole cali gov thing kinda annoys me, i mean, its interesting to watch, but i'd rather hear about new developments worldwide, instead of this, and all the bullshit about kobe. Though this is still important. I think larry is about as qualified as the rest, so in other words, hes not. However, i dont see things getting to much worse...

08-10-2003, 11:35 AM	#27 (permalink)
Lebell Cracking the Whip Location: Sexymama's arms...	I personally am going outside to look for Jesus in the Air... __________________ "Of all tyrannies, a tyranny exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It may be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end, for they do so with the approval of their own conscience." – C. S. Lewis The ONLY sponsors we have are YOU! Please Donate!

08-10-2003, 11:48 AM	#28 (permalink)
Arc101 Addict Location: Nottingham, England	It would so piss off all the bible bashers out there who tell you how you should live - I hope he wins !

08-10-2003, 01:34 PM	#29 (permalink)
marcopolo I am the anomaly. Location: Motown	I think the Hustler's next asshole of the month is going to be ... drumroll please ... __________________ Those who can't laugh at themselves leave the job to others.