Will Tim Pool be appointed the Minister of Skate under this administration? Everyone required to learn hang ten hard flips and def not AI skate pics?
I saw someone mention poverty stats but what about Homelessness? From what I've seen, we have been experiencing record-high numbers in the last few years and that is only growing.
Expand QuoteI saw someone mention poverty stats but what about Homelessness? From what I've seen, we have been experiencing record-high numbers in the last few years and that is only growing.[close]
Added this to our basic list of starting point stats. We are at the highest point of homeless-ness since 2007 (i.e. right before the housing crash of 2008 and housing prices came back to reality).
@IUTSM let me know if you want to look up the stats you mentioned above or if you want to do it. And, if anyone else has ideas on starting point stats. Let me know. I have a few more that I'd like to add over the coming weeks.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI saw someone mention poverty stats but what about Homelessness? From what I've seen, we have been experiencing record-high numbers in the last few years and that is only growing.[close]
Added this to our basic list of starting point stats. We are at the highest point of homeless-ness since 2007 (i.e. right before the housing crash of 2008 and housing prices came back to reality).
@IUTSM let me know if you want to look up the stats you mentioned above or if you want to do it. And, if anyone else has ideas on starting point stats. Let me know. I have a few more that I'd like to add over the coming weeks.[close]
Assuming that since Trump got elected, stocks for for-profit prisons shot thru the roof with the added fact that SCOTUS said it’s okay to make homelessness a crime, I’ll put good money on the chance that a lot of the un-housed will end up in these prison. Thus making homelessness numbers plummet under Trump as if he solved the problem (yes, it does in a way) and his buddies running those for-profit prisons will be raking in state and federal money to incarcerate those folk.
what keeps me worried is what's going to happen in ukraine. jr already posted some instagram stories on how ukraine isn't going to be getting any more "allowance". hopefully trump is able to make some sort of agreement with putin which will stop the invasion, but i doubt it. if putin wins in ukraine, he's probably not going to stop there and will continue into other post-soviet countries. basically if shit goes wrong there, it could very well escalate into ww3. there's no way of telling, but i fear it could happen.
Expand Quotewhat keeps me worried is what's going to happen in ukraine. jr already posted some instagram stories on how ukraine isn't going to be getting any more "allowance". hopefully trump is able to make some sort of agreement with putin which will stop the invasion, but i doubt it. if putin wins in ukraine, he's probably not going to stop there and will continue into other post-soviet countries. basically if shit goes wrong there, it could very well escalate into ww3. there's no way of telling, but i fear it could happen.[close]
Putin won’t stop with Ukraine. He very much wants to recreate his version of the Soviet Union. And having Trump basically hand over Ukraine and exit NATO is just another hurdle jumped in his journey to domination.
Expand QuoteExpand Quotewhat keeps me worried is what's going to happen in ukraine. jr already posted some instagram stories on how ukraine isn't going to be getting any more "allowance". hopefully trump is able to make some sort of agreement with putin which will stop the invasion, but i doubt it. if putin wins in ukraine, he's probably not going to stop there and will continue into other post-soviet countries. basically if shit goes wrong there, it could very well escalate into ww3. there's no way of telling, but i fear it could happen.[close]
Putin won’t stop with Ukraine. He very much wants to recreate his version of the Soviet Union. And having Trump basically hand over Ukraine and exit NATO is just another hurdle jumped in his journey to domination.[close]
The EU is going to have to contribute more and Zelensky is going to sell off Ukrainian resources to American companies.
I saw RFK's dumb ass post about his hopes for the FDA, which needs improvement but this man is going to make it worse in most cases. I was initially excited that he mentioned stem cells, but then realized he isn't talking about real stem cell research but it is more likely that he wants to promote scam stem cell therapies that they do in Thailand that claim to cure everything.
I just hope the RFK's FDA will get all the chlorine out of our salt ;D
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI saw someone mention poverty stats but what about Homelessness? From what I've seen, we have been experiencing record-high numbers in the last few years and that is only growing.[close]
Added this to our basic list of starting point stats. We are at the highest point of homeless-ness since 2007 (i.e. right before the housing crash of 2008 and housing prices came back to reality).
@IUTSM let me know if you want to look up the stats you mentioned above or if you want to do it. And, if anyone else has ideas on starting point stats. Let me know. I have a few more that I'd like to add over the coming weeks.[close]
Assuming that since Trump got elected, stocks for for-profit prisons shot thru the roof with the added fact that SCOTUS said it’s okay to make homelessness a crime, I’ll put good money on the chance that a lot of the un-housed will end up in these prison. Thus making homelessness numbers plummet under Trump as if he solved the problem (yes, it does in a way) and his buddies running those for-profit prisons will be raking in state and federal money to incarcerate those folk.[close]
This is probably a good bet. People in prison aren't counted as unemployed, which has historically pushed down unemployment rates for those groups that are over incarcerated. My assumption was private prisons sky rocketed partially because conservatives refuse to believe these aren't the best or most cost effective way to incarcerate people AND because the private prisons have hard-ons for all the deportation detainees that they can profit off. If Trump wants to deport a million a year, that'll be a lot government money shoveled into the pockets of geo-group.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI saw someone mention poverty stats but what about Homelessness? From what I've seen, we have been experiencing record-high numbers in the last few years and that is only growing.[close]
Added this to our basic list of starting point stats. We are at the highest point of homeless-ness since 2007 (i.e. right before the housing crash of 2008 and housing prices came back to reality).
@IUTSM let me know if you want to look up the stats you mentioned above or if you want to do it. And, if anyone else has ideas on starting point stats. Let me know. I have a few more that I'd like to add over the coming weeks.[close]
Assuming that since Trump got elected, stocks for for-profit prisons shot thru the roof with the added fact that SCOTUS said it’s okay to make homelessness a crime, I’ll put good money on the chance that a lot of the un-housed will end up in these prison. Thus making homelessness numbers plummet under Trump as if he solved the problem (yes, it does in a way) and his buddies running those for-profit prisons will be raking in state and federal money to incarcerate those folk.[close]
This is probably a good bet. People in prison aren't counted as unemployed, which has historically pushed down unemployment rates for those groups that are over incarcerated. My assumption was private prisons sky rocketed partially because conservatives refuse to believe these aren't the best or most cost effective way to incarcerate people AND because the private prisons have hard-ons for all the deportation detainees that they can profit off. If Trump wants to deport a million a year, that'll be a lot government money shoveled into the pockets of geo-group.[close]
They will find reasons to incarcerate people so they can legally have slave labor for for-profit endeavors. It won’t stop wit homelessness, they will find other arbitrary things to make jailable, like debt or childlessness.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotewhat keeps me worried is what's going to happen in ukraine. jr already posted some instagram stories on how ukraine isn't going to be getting any more "allowance". hopefully trump is able to make some sort of agreement with putin which will stop the invasion, but i doubt it. if putin wins in ukraine, he's probably not going to stop there and will continue into other post-soviet countries. basically if shit goes wrong there, it could very well escalate into ww3. there's no way of telling, but i fear it could happen.[close]
Putin won’t stop with Ukraine. He very much wants to recreate his version of the Soviet Union. And having Trump basically hand over Ukraine and exit NATO is just another hurdle jumped in his journey to domination.[close]
The EU is going to have to contribute more and Zelensky is going to sell off Ukrainian resources to American companies.
I saw RFK's dumb ass post about his hopes for the FDA, which needs improvement but this man is going to make it worse in most cases. I was initially excited that he mentioned stem cells, but then realized he isn't talking about real stem cell research but it is more likely that he wants to promote scam stem cell therapies that they do in Thailand that claim to cure everything.
I just hope the RFK's FDA will get all the chlorine out of our salt ;D[close]
https://geopoliticaleconomy.com/2022/09/09/zelensky-selling-ukraine-wall-street/
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI saw someone mention poverty stats but what about Homelessness? From what I've seen, we have been experiencing record-high numbers in the last few years and that is only growing.[close]
Added this to our basic list of starting point stats. We are at the highest point of homeless-ness since 2007 (i.e. right before the housing crash of 2008 and housing prices came back to reality).
@IUTSM let me know if you want to look up the stats you mentioned above or if you want to do it. And, if anyone else has ideas on starting point stats. Let me know. I have a few more that I'd like to add over the coming weeks.[close]
Assuming that since Trump got elected, stocks for for-profit prisons shot thru the roof with the added fact that SCOTUS said it’s okay to make homelessness a crime, I’ll put good money on the chance that a lot of the un-housed will end up in these prison. Thus making homelessness numbers plummet under Trump as if he solved the problem (yes, it does in a way) and his buddies running those for-profit prisons will be raking in state and federal money to incarcerate those folk.[close]
This is probably a good bet. People in prison aren't counted as unemployed, which has historically pushed down unemployment rates for those groups that are over incarcerated. My assumption was private prisons sky rocketed partially because conservatives refuse to believe these aren't the best or most cost effective way to incarcerate people AND because the private prisons have hard-ons for all the deportation detainees that they can profit off. If Trump wants to deport a million a year, that'll be a lot government money shoveled into the pockets of geo-group.[close]
They will find reasons to incarcerate people so they can legally have slave labor for for-profit endeavors. It won’t stop wit homelessness, they will find other arbitrary things to make jailable, like debt or childlessness.
I wonder what kind of pillows the prisons will order in large volumes.Why, MYPILLOW.COM of course!
Why, MYPILLOW.COM of course!Expand QuoteI wonder what kind of pillows the prisons will order in large volumes.[close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWhy, MYPILLOW.COM of course!Expand QuoteI wonder what kind of pillows the prisons will order in large volumes.[close][close]
Don't forget, for the sake of efficiency, every government vehicle will be replaced with a Cybertruck.[close]
But weirdly at the same time they’re trying to harm EV legislation and production
Republicans have retained control of the House. This my friends is going to be an absolute shit-show for four very long years
Expand QuoteRepublicans have retained control of the House. This my friends is going to be an absolute shit-show for four very long years[close]
Midterms can wrest house back
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhy, MYPILLOW.COM of course!Expand QuoteI wonder what kind of pillows the prisons will order in large volumes.[close][close]
Don't forget, for the sake of efficiency, every government vehicle will be replaced with a Cybertruck.[close]
But weirdly at the same time they’re trying to harm EV legislation and production[close]
Yes. But I feel like with Elon in his cabinet position, EV legislation and production will affect every other EV manufacturer out there but Tesla.
Kind of efficient when it comes to competition, right?
Expand QuoteGonna have to check that out
I think I posted my climate change consapiracy here a few years back. And while I don’t believe in conspiracy theories, just about everything I speculated has come to pass.[close]
post it again, i'm curious. i'm usually not someone who frets about the Bilderberg Group or any high powered moneyed cabal...but something might have flipped in me when I was doomscrolling the day after the election
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteGonna have to check that out
I think I posted my climate change consapiracy here a few years back. And while I don’t believe in conspiracy theories, just about everything I speculated has come to pass.[close]
post it again, i'm curious. i'm usually not someone who frets about the Bilderberg Group or any high powered moneyed cabal...but something might have flipped in me when I was doomscrolling the day after the election[close]
i really dont believe in conspiracy theories, but...
sure. it basically boils down to climate change denial on the right being a ruse. they know, and have known, how fucked we are going to be for a long time now. the world's major nations have been consolidating power for years now in preparation for an impending global upheaval. Russia will try to take Europe and China/North korea will take Asia, Israel or Iran will take the middle east, etc. The "global north" will have to subjugate the "global south" to maintain a semblance of our quality of life while we force them to live in poverty, force them to abide by industrial emission standards, forced labor, etc.
The US is stuck in the middle. Dems have been sticking their finger in the dam so to speak...trying to delay the inevitable. propping up Ukraine to slow Russia's expansion into Europe, funding Israel to put a bandaid on the middle east. The right's position is to ally with Russia/China to subjugate the rest of the world. The only way to get this done is through authoritarian fascism. Trump has been designated as the face of this, but isn't the real driving force behind it all. This has all been decreed by the billionaire class. Trump is a convenient demagogue that can get all of this done. In the end We'll all be sacrificed before they give up an inch of their current way of life.
Covid plays into this (trial run for authoritarian rule). abortion bans/trad family values play into this(new stock of soldiers to die in global war in 20 years). Our leaders are basically following the Nazi playbook word for word, and I feel like a we're being set up for a domestic genocidal purge of undesirables that will hinder this progress. Im predicting that the current admin will call a constitutional convention to enshrine fascism in our laws forever.
theres more to it, but thats the basic just of it. the climate change thing can be interchanged with basic late stage capitalism, but i think the results would be the same. I think someone will launch a nuke in the near future and all the masks will come off[close]
So you are proposing that covid was a “plandemic”?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteGonna have to check that out
I think I posted my climate change consapiracy here a few years back. And while I don’t believe in conspiracy theories, just about everything I speculated has come to pass.[close]
post it again, i'm curious. i'm usually not someone who frets about the Bilderberg Group or any high powered moneyed cabal...but something might have flipped in me when I was doomscrolling the day after the election[close]
i really dont believe in conspiracy theories, but...
sure. it basically boils down to climate change denial on the right being a ruse. they know, and have known, how fucked we are going to be for a long time now. the world's major nations have been consolidating power for years now in preparation for an impending global upheaval. Russia will try to take Europe and China/North korea will take Asia, Israel or Iran will take the middle east, etc. The "global north" will have to subjugate the "global south" to maintain a semblance of our quality of life while we force them to live in poverty, force them to abide by industrial emission standards, forced labor, etc.
The US is stuck in the middle. Dems have been sticking their finger in the dam so to speak...trying to delay the inevitable. propping up Ukraine to slow Russia's expansion into Europe, funding Israel to put a bandaid on the middle east. The right's position is to ally with Russia/China to subjugate the rest of the world. The only way to get this done is through authoritarian fascism. Trump has been designated as the face of this, but isn't the real driving force behind it all. This has all been decreed by the billionaire class. Trump is a convenient demagogue that can get all of this done. In the end We'll all be sacrificed before they give up an inch of their current way of life.
Covid plays into this (trial run for authoritarian rule). abortion bans/trad family values play into this(new stock of soldiers to die in global war in 20 years). Our leaders are basically following the Nazi playbook word for word, and I feel like a we're being set up for a domestic genocidal purge of undesirables that will hinder this progress. Im predicting that the current admin will call a constitutional convention to enshrine fascism in our laws forever.
theres more to it, but thats the basic just of it. the climate change thing can be interchanged with basic late stage capitalism, but i think the results would be the same. I think someone will launch a nuke in the near future and all the masks will come off[close]
So you are proposing that covid was a “plandemic”?[close]
Lmao, no. Pandemics are inevitable. But they learned a lot from the response, and this will inform how they implement authoritarian rule. I think some type of martial law/suspension of the constitution will take place
Expand QuoteRFK Jr. officially in charge of the HHS.
Watch him tell Trump to repeal funding from schools with vaccine mandates. Then watch anti-vaxxers wonder why their kids are getting measles, whooping cough, and polio when they didn't get it as a kid.[close]
He is not. He has been nominated. You may say it’s a technicality, but i think it’s good to be accurate
^I've been saying this for yearsHe's a stooge and eventually a patsy for their agenda. That true red white and blue attitude has been sold to the Kremlin for peanuts.
LOL. Musk announced the only way to apply for DOGE jobs is thru a paid for Xitter account.
Talk about grift.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteLOL. Musk announced the only way to apply for DOGE jobs is thru a paid for Xitter account.
Talk about grift.[close]
DOGE. The daft cunt really has no original ideas.[close]
I feel like the asshole for not getting that Dept of Gov Efficiency was DOGE until he spelled it out
Well.... people made their choice and sat out this election or protest voted. If you did, please do not complain.Seen on Instagram ppl wasting their vote on ridiculous and made up people, this country sucks....
Seen on Instagram ppl wasting their vote on ridiculous and made up people, this country sucks....Expand QuoteWell.... people made their choice and sat out this election or protest voted. If you did, please do not complain.[close]
One party validated how people felt. Our economy is doing great, but it’s doing great in areas that might not be seen in the price of eggs, etc and the Dems couldn’t figure out to campaign on that.
Dems are seen as establishment and for a lot of people government isn’t working for them so they’ve turned to an authoritarian because that in theory will make things work
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteLOL. Musk announced the only way to apply for DOGE jobs is thru a paid for Xitter account.
Talk about grift.[close]
DOGE. The daft cunt really has no original ideas.[close]
I feel like the asshole for not getting that Dept of Gov Efficiency was DOGE until he spelled it out[close]
He basically shit meme’d the government.
Trump picked Dr Oz to lead centers for Medicare and Medicaid services lol you cant make this shit up
Expand QuoteWe're all getting robbed and there are tons of dipshits cheering on the robbers[close]
Welcome home, dude. Nice to see you round again
What about the US missiles getting launched into Russia. Edging closer to WWiii do we blame that on trump too?
Trump picked Dr Oz to lead centers for Medicare and Medicaid services lol you cant make this shit up
What about the US missiles getting launched into Russia. Edging closer to WWiii do we blame that on trump too?
What about the US missiles getting launched into Russia. Edging closer to WWiii do we blame that on trump too?
Expand QuoteWhat about the US missiles getting launched into Russia. Edging closer to WWiii do we blame that on trump too?[close]
did....did you think we, the US fired those missiles into Russia?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat about the US missiles getting launched into Russia. Edging closer to WWiii do we blame that on trump too?[close]
did....did you think we, the US fired those missiles into Russia?[close]
Biden just approved the use of US supplied long range missiles into Russia. Since the beginning of this conflict Putin has said that this action would make the US culpable and signify US involvement. As if this wasn’t our proxy war since the beginning?
https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2024/11/17/politics/biden-authorizes-ukraine-missiles-russian-targets
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat about the US missiles getting launched into Russia. Edging closer to WWiii do we blame that on trump too?[close]
did....did you think we, the US fired those missiles into Russia?[close]
Biden just approved the use of US supplied long range missiles into Russia. Since the beginning of this conflict Putin has said that this action would make the US culpable and signify US involvement. As if this wasn’t our proxy war since the beginning?
https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2024/11/17/politics/biden-authorizes-ukraine-missiles-russian-targets
Anyone think that, with EM and the DOGE and all these appointments of folks who liberals really dislike, that EM is “advising” DT on appointments based on twitter algorithms/search histories im a manner to strictly “pwn the libs?” Homeboy doesn’t need the US to function for his fortune to continue growing- his investment in the DT campaign is eerily similar to his investment in twitter- he owns it, controls it, can crash it for the sake of his ego.
Tldr:
Is the US the new twitter for EM to destroy ?
Expand QuoteAnyone think that, with EM and the DOGE and all these appointments of folks who liberals really dislike, that EM is “advising” DT on appointments based on twitter algorithms/search histories im a manner to strictly “pwn the libs?” Homeboy doesn’t need the US to function for his fortune to continue growing- his investment in the DT campaign is eerily similar to his investment in twitter- he owns it, controls it, can crash it for the sake of his ego.
Tldr:
Is the US the new twitter for EM to destroy ?[close]
Fucking solid observation that hadn’t crossed my mind.
I think this is likely the case.
Is the “tear it all down” ethos just to harm others, or is it with economic intent? Perhaps both?
The fact that Trump hasn't signed his ethics pledge shows he's purposely going to use this term to truly enrich himself and friends. He's not even pretending. He's simply just skirting it. Look at all those damn watches and guitars he keeps hocking.
What inspired Musk to turn into a complete kook? Is it just Biden not inviting him to an EV meeting because Tesla refuses to allow unions ("Biden doesn't stand up for the working class" ::) ) and because he had to follow covid protocols during the pandemic?
Gaetz is gone
Gaetz is gone
Brazil indicted their coup leader, we voted ours back in.
https://apnews.com/article/brazil-jair-bolsonaro-indictment-0d62fe0a7399483aee48cf3c845560ea
Finally, I wonder what we can do to bring people back into reality. I worry the left lacks the religious fervor that inspires evangelism. I feel we need to running for local offices and start acting as community organizers to pull people away from crazy. We need to think of ways to welcome people but also let them softly know that conservatives are going to hurt them more than they help them.
I think we’ll miss having Gaetz as AG. There are crazies like Kash Patel and others who Trump could stick there instead of the FBI. Gaetz was crazy. He is rich, disgusting and corrupt, and but is a comprehensible disgustingness . The die hard Maga ones are the ones that scare me
Okay, so, putting my actual sentiments aside: the stock market has been rallying - capitalist/corporate America seems happy about Trump being elected. Thoughts on how Trump will *actually* affect the economy? Will he make any actual positive changes and keep this momentum? Or will it all come tumbling down once he's actually in office? How will his changes impact "normal" people, economically speaking?If you're rich or have inherited wealth you're good as with any Republican presidency, saw it with Reagan, Bush Jr and now Trump. The Democrats try to help but seem to be failing at any opportunity they can seize, or they're in on it too, 😐 there seems to be more and more xenophobia and subtle to outright racist rhetoric each presidential race, look back at history and you'll see.
Expand QuoteI think it all depends on how far those who are in power attempt to push their facist agenda. I really don't see the American public going down easy with rolling back the civil liberties for which they've fought so hard.[close]
Maybe i’m high but you got me legit chuckling over here, homie!
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI think it all depends on how far those who are in power attempt to push their facist agenda. I really don't see the American public going down easy with rolling back the civil liberties for which they've fought so hard.[close]
Maybe i’m high but you got me legit chuckling over here, homie![close]
Yeah same. What planet have you been living on the last few years Ed? You mean civil liberties like Roe vs Wade? Like actual free speech? Like equal rights? Like an impartial justice system? All of these are gone already. You live in a country that is now censoring history books. ALL of the power branches of your government are about to be under Trump's control. What the fuck do you think is going to happen?!?!
Next BLM/MeToo like movement is gonna be hit by an army of Rittenhouses and nobodys gonna do a damn thing. Are you ready to defend or be among those standing up for what's right when crazed militias and cops will attack you in unison? When exactly is that point where the American people start "not going down easy"??? You are headed for the abyss and who of you is actually arming up to start doing the liberty-defending you're talking about?!
I haven't been following this and the pre-election thread closely but has there been any moment where you centrist moderate liberals with your arrogant know-it-all analyses bowed your heads in shame and acknowledged that you were dead fucking wrong? All I can see is the same people who were waxing all statesmanlike about how exactly Kamala was beating Trump and employing perfect strategies, now going on in the same "rational" manner about a future that should do nothing but first humble you, scare you to death and then lead you to start adapting the more radical stances of the people you've been dismissing who turns out were right ALL ALONG. Any one of you not seriously considering ways of joining a resistance is absolutely fooling themselves. Trump is about to end the American democracy. If left unchecked, the next four years will damage your country beyond the hope of repair. Join unions, left wing gun clubs, local initiatives and prepare to walk the walk, because "not going down easy" is about to get 100% real.
Dude you're an idiot, no really you must have been one of those jackholes that either didn't vote or put something stupid in your nominee box. If you don't see the writing on the wall with history repeating itself than the blood that's going to be spilled by Nazis and other proud boys dolts is on your hands.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI think it all depends on how far those who are in power attempt to push their facist agenda. I really don't see the American public going down easy with rolling back the civil liberties for which they've fought so hard.[close]
Maybe i’m high but you got me legit chuckling over here, homie![close]
Yeah same. What planet have you been living on the last few years Ed? You mean civil liberties like Roe vs Wade? Like actual free speech? Like equal rights? Like an impartial justice system? All of these are gone already. You live in a country that is now censoring history books. ALL of the power branches of your government are about to be under Trump's control. What the fuck do you think is going to happen?!?!
Next BLM/MeToo like movement is gonna be hit by an army of Rittenhouses and nobodys gonna do a damn thing. Are you ready to defend or be among those standing up for what's right when crazed militias and cops will attack you in unison? When exactly is that point where the American people start "not going down easy"??? You are headed for the abyss and who of you is actually arming up to start doing the liberty-defending you're talking about?!
I haven't been following this and the pre-election thread closely but has there been any moment where you centrist moderate liberals with your arrogant know-it-all analyses bowed your heads in shame and acknowledged that you were dead fucking wrong? All I can see is the same people who were waxing all statesmanlike about how exactly Kamala was beating Trump and employing perfect strategies, now going on in the same "rational" manner about a future that should do nothing but first humble you, scare you to death and then lead you to start adapting the more radical stances of the people you've been dismissing who turns out were right ALL ALONG. Any one of you not seriously considering ways of joining a resistance is absolutely fooling themselves. Trump is about to end the American democracy. If left unchecked, the next four years will damage your country beyond the hope of repair. Join unions, left wing gun clubs, local initiatives and prepare to walk the walk, because "not going down easy" is about to get 100% real.[close]
Am I to believe you don't even live in the USA? How exactly do you think you know so much, as to PREDICT THE FUTURE OF THE USA? You are out of your fucking mind mate. This is the shit you're to scared to post on X, so you come to a fucking skateboard forum and post dumb ass hypothetical theories like this. Fucking sad really. Do you really think Kamala would've fixed all/any of this in 4 years? Hell no. She's just as bad as the rest of them.
We'll be just fine. As for you, go outside, look around, and start trying to fix the community that surrounds you for the better. Pretty please
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Gc3Q02BXkAE4bfw.jpg:large)
here's a change, we all have the opportunity to rock just a little bit harder with these tacky shein guitars
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Gc3Q02BXkAE4bfw.jpg:large)I've already watched a video on this from Guitar Tube. Basically, Gibson just served a Canadian luthier for making Vs and the question is if they will purse a C&D on what is obviously a Les Paul copy. Gibson also had a copyright dispute with Dean over Vs and Explorers reversed and the case will need to be retried. The question is if they are in a fighting mood.
here's a change, we all have the opportunity to rock just a little bit harder with these tacky shein guitars
Expand Quote(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Gc3Q02BXkAE4bfw.jpg:large)
here's a change, we all have the opportunity to rock just a little bit harder with these tacky shein guitars[close]
He looks like a body double of himself. Maybe it is. Dictators usually do that.
@EdLawndale
Yo homie, please know i was not trying to call you out or make fun of you. You know i like you 😁
I just don’t think those who would take to the streets in that sorta way will realize (ciz they havent already) whats being taken
I'd imagine his deportation as the night of long knives where they rounded up Jews in the ghettos. I've got a few theories cooking btw... To further add my grandma and aunt spoke about being kids whenever that went down. Much like Trump's wallet was supposed to be paid for by Mexico this coupe attempt at deportation will likely be paid for by us, and his golf trips etc...Expand Quote@EdLawndale
Yo homie, please know i was not trying to call you out or make fun of you. You know i like you 😁
I just don’t think those who would take to the streets in that sorta way will realize (ciz they havent already) whats being taken[close]
No worries, IUTSM, I didn't take offense.
I think (fear) the reason we haven't seen a lot of demonstrating in the streets after this recent Trump win, like in 2016, is because the mood has changed.
And not necessarily out of complacency but, rather, a general feeling of unease, like what's at stake has graduated to a whole new level. One where the general American public kind of understands/expects that there will be a lot of fighting in the near future to do, so may as well save its strength for now.
In addition to all the violence since Trump first got into office (ppl getting run over and shot at demonstrations, January 6, proud boy militias planning to kidnap politicians, etc.), there were at least two assassination attempts during this latest campaign...and ppl were kind of cool with it, some even openly stating that they wouldn't have minded if one had been successful.
In my opinion, folks may have been conducting themselves in a relatively civil manner while Roe Vs. Wade was overturned, while affirmative action was reversed, while [insert civil liberty reversion here] has been going on...but that has all been before the election.
There was hope that the country wouldn't actually go down this rabbit hole. Now the election has happened and the far right won and they got a lot of power and can make a lot of the agenda come true and last for a while. And that is demoralizing.
And I doubt ppl are just going to stand around while the country starts executing drug addicts, deporting our friends and neighbors, killing protesters, reinstituting segregation, etc.
Or maybe they will, I really don't know. But I doubt it.
Dude you're an idiot, no really you must have been one of those jackholes that either didn't vote or put something stupid in your nominee box. If you don't see the writing on the wall with history repeating itself than the blood that's going to be spilled by Nazis and other proud boys dolts is on your hands.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI think it all depends on how far those who are in power attempt to push their facist agenda. I really don't see the American public going down easy with rolling back the civil liberties for which they've fought so hard.[close]
Maybe i’m high but you got me legit chuckling over here, homie![close]
Yeah same. What planet have you been living on the last few years Ed? You mean civil liberties like Roe vs Wade? Like actual free speech? Like equal rights? Like an impartial justice system? All of these are gone already. You live in a country that is now censoring history books. ALL of the power branches of your government are about to be under Trump's control. What the fuck do you think is going to happen?!?!
Next BLM/MeToo like movement is gonna be hit by an army of Rittenhouses and nobodys gonna do a damn thing. Are you ready to defend or be among those standing up for what's right when crazed militias and cops will attack you in unison? When exactly is that point where the American people start "not going down easy"??? You are headed for the abyss and who of you is actually arming up to start doing the liberty-defending you're talking about?!
I haven't been following this and the pre-election thread closely but has there been any moment where you centrist moderate liberals with your arrogant know-it-all analyses bowed your heads in shame and acknowledged that you were dead fucking wrong? All I can see is the same people who were waxing all statesmanlike about how exactly Kamala was beating Trump and employing perfect strategies, now going on in the same "rational" manner about a future that should do nothing but first humble you, scare you to death and then lead you to start adapting the more radical stances of the people you've been dismissing who turns out were right ALL ALONG. Any one of you not seriously considering ways of joining a resistance is absolutely fooling themselves. Trump is about to end the American democracy. If left unchecked, the next four years will damage your country beyond the hope of repair. Join unions, left wing gun clubs, local initiatives and prepare to walk the walk, because "not going down easy" is about to get 100% real.[close]
Am I to believe you don't even live in the USA? How exactly do you think you know so much, as to PREDICT THE FUTURE OF THE USA? You are out of your fucking mind mate. This is the shit you're to scared to post on X, so you come to a fucking skateboard forum and post dumb ass hypothetical theories like this. Fucking sad really. Do you really think Kamala would've fixed all/any of this in 4 years? Hell no. She's just as bad as the rest of them.
We'll be just fine. As for you, go outside, look around, and start trying to fix the community that surrounds you for the better. Pretty please[close]
Don't bitch about anything if you didn't vote. I voted and got the raw deal too, and everyone of us going to get the shaft.
Things are going to be worse and better than anyone expects. We (right, left, indifferent) are all operating on assumptions of what Trump and his cronies will be able to accomplish and how groups of people will react to these actions.
I think of the 90s when Clinton worked with Gingrich to reduce the number of people receiving welfare benefits by 50%. Democrats were absolutely dismayed as they assumed this meant a bunch of people would be completely fucked and Republicans thought this was going to be great and people were going to pull themselves up by the bootstraps and poverty would be alleviated because there were "no more incentives to be poor ::) ."
The reality was that the number of people in poverty stayed the same and poverty got worse, but poor people have networks that they rely on that sort of cushioned the blow. Neither group's assumptions were perfect predictors of the future and to different degrees, neither fully understood the issue at hand.
Trump 2.0 is going to be the same. We all have decent predictions based on our interpretation of what reality is right now and how people will respond to this shit show, but it won't turn out exactly as we expect. I'm guessing this is going to suck and take us the wrong direction, but we had 4 years of putting the country first and the Build Back Better bill is going to start making an impact, congress is not 100% republican, Trump's team will trip over its own feet as these grifters argue with one another, and sometimes these idiots will do something that doesn't suck. It'll mostly suck but there will be moments when the broken clock tells the correct time.
Things are going to be worse and better than anyone expects. We (right, left, indifferent) are all operating on assumptions of what Trump and his cronies will be able to accomplish and how groups of people will react to these actions.
I think of the 90s when Clinton worked with Gingrich to reduce the number of people receiving welfare benefits by 50%. Democrats were absolutely dismayed as they assumed this meant a bunch of people would be completely fucked and Republicans thought this was going to be great and people were going to pull themselves up by the bootstraps and poverty would be alleviated because there were "no more incentives to be poor ::) ."
The reality was that the number of people in poverty stayed the same and poverty got worse, but poor people have networks that they rely on that sort of cushioned the blow. Neither group's assumptions were perfect predictors of the future and to different degrees, neither fully understood the issue at hand.
Trump 2.0 is going to be the same. We all have decent predictions based on our interpretation of what reality is right now and how people will respond to this shit show, but it won't turn out exactly as we expect. I'm guessing this is going to suck and take us the wrong direction, but we had 4 years of putting the country first and the Build Back Better bill is going to start making an impact, congress is not 100% republican, Trump's team will trip over its own feet as these grifters argue with one another, and sometimes these idiots will do something that doesn't suck. It'll mostly suck but there will be moments when the broken clock tells the correct time.
Whoa whoa whoa there dork, Check your privileges for one thing jack, I guarantee if you were a person of color such as myself you'd have a different perspective. In fact those that aren't white as well lgbtq+ have a larger target on their back. You say fear mongering and weakness, that's been ingrained well before you and I existed once again check your fucking privilege. Fuck you for being that tone deaf to those around you who can screwed, must be Nice to have a smug attitude from where you can make these assumptions.Expand QuoteDude you're an idiot, no really you must have been one of those jackholes that either didn't vote or put something stupid in your nominee box. If you don't see the writing on the wall with history repeating itself than the blood that's going to be spilled by Nazis and other proud boys dolts is on your hands.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI think it all depends on how far those who are in power attempt to push their facist agenda. I really don't see the American public going down easy with rolling back the civil liberties for which they've fought so hard.[close]
Maybe i’m high but you got me legit chuckling over here, homie![close]
Yeah same. What planet have you been living on the last few years Ed? You mean civil liberties like Roe vs Wade? Like actual free speech? Like equal rights? Like an impartial justice system? All of these are gone already. You live in a country that is now censoring history books. ALL of the power branches of your government are about to be under Trump's control. What the fuck do you think is going to happen?!?!
Next BLM/MeToo like movement is gonna be hit by an army of Rittenhouses and nobodys gonna do a damn thing. Are you ready to defend or be among those standing up for what's right when crazed militias and cops will attack you in unison? When exactly is that point where the American people start "not going down easy"??? You are headed for the abyss and who of you is actually arming up to start doing the liberty-defending you're talking about?!
I haven't been following this and the pre-election thread closely but has there been any moment where you centrist moderate liberals with your arrogant know-it-all analyses bowed your heads in shame and acknowledged that you were dead fucking wrong? All I can see is the same people who were waxing all statesmanlike about how exactly Kamala was beating Trump and employing perfect strategies, now going on in the same "rational" manner about a future that should do nothing but first humble you, scare you to death and then lead you to start adapting the more radical stances of the people you've been dismissing who turns out were right ALL ALONG. Any one of you not seriously considering ways of joining a resistance is absolutely fooling themselves. Trump is about to end the American democracy. If left unchecked, the next four years will damage your country beyond the hope of repair. Join unions, left wing gun clubs, local initiatives and prepare to walk the walk, because "not going down easy" is about to get 100% real.[close]
Am I to believe you don't even live in the USA? How exactly do you think you know so much, as to PREDICT THE FUTURE OF THE USA? You are out of your fucking mind mate. This is the shit you're to scared to post on X, so you come to a fucking skateboard forum and post dumb ass hypothetical theories like this. Fucking sad really. Do you really think Kamala would've fixed all/any of this in 4 years? Hell no. She's just as bad as the rest of them.
We'll be just fine. As for you, go outside, look around, and start trying to fix the community that surrounds you for the better. Pretty please[close]
Don't bitch about anything if you didn't vote. I voted and got the raw deal too, and everyone of us going to get the shaft.[close]
Fear mongering is a real thing. You're living in fear, and it must suck to be that weak.
Look around the world buddy, it's happening everywhere for a variety of reasons, and has been for thousands of years. The fact that you think Nazi's and proud boys are going to take over the USA and shed blood proves that you're an idiot. Stay pessimistic and angry playboy, you're one of them deep down inside.
also, I voted
I'd imagine his deportation as the night of long knives where they rounded up Jews in the ghettos.
Thanks for the correction, you get my point though, there's going to be a lot of disruption for migrants maybe not as bad as night of the broken glass but equally horrifying as well tragic.Expand QuoteI'd imagine his deportation as the night of long knives where they rounded up Jews in the ghettos.[close]
Sorry for the digression but I have to jump in here. The Night of the Long Knives took place in 1934, when Hitler neutralized the SA (the Nazi muscle/revolutionary/paramilitary org). The Night of Broken Glass happened in 1938 and was a series of pogroms where Jewish property, synagogues, etc. across Germany were plundered and destroyed. Hundreds of Jews were murdered and many more ended up in prison or camps, but most were released soon thereafter. Nazis created the ghettos a few years later later in occupied Eastern Europe, along with concentration and extermination camps. German Jews were sent to these places in order to hide the genocide from the German population (which wanted the Jews gone, but reacted negatively to seeing the violence against Jews play out in front of their eyes).
I think the issue that is stopping most people from engaging in any mass movement is that people under 50 don't think anything good is gonna happen in their life. There was mass mobilization around BLM, the women's march, pro Palestinian protests, and what did we get in response?This right here
In 2020 the DNC rallied around an ancient politician who was anti bussing and has been on the wrong side of every major political issue in his career over a candidate that had a groundswell of popular support from their base. The BLM protests were co-opted and then buried with no major changes to policing enacted. Obama failed to codify Roe, then after he helped clear the field to give Hillary the nom, the dems eat shit, then trump's supreme court nominees overturn roe v wade. Then in 2024 the majority of Americans are rightfully horrified by the genocide in gaza and mobilize, most of it occurring on college campuses. The democratic administration responds by siccing cops on them and beating them, arresting them and censoring free speech. Then that ancient unpopular president had to be forced out of the contest because it was blatantly clear that he was too fucking old to continue, they rally around his vp who didn't even get to early state voting in the primary because she was so unpopular. She fails to separate herself at all from the current administration that, despite how much people say "the economy is so strong and good!", most people are making less and the cost for everything has gone up significantly. All of this creates a perfect storm to convince millions of people to just not vote this year because to them, things are only going to get worse. The most craven and awful people in our culture and government get to wreak havoc and the opposition barely has an appetite to even pretend they're going to overturn what trump did, let alone lay out a new direction or inspire hope.
This is the main obstacle to anyone hitting the streets in any major numbers. Things are going to have to get significantly worse for a lot of people before anyone is driven to get up and fight. I'm not holding my breath
This right hereExpand QuoteI think the issue that is stopping most people from engaging in any mass movement is that people under 50 don't think anything good is gonna happen in their life. There was mass mobilization around BLM, the women's march, pro Palestinian protests, and what did we get in response?
In 2020 the DNC rallied around an ancient politician who was anti bussing and has been on the wrong side of every major political issue in his career over a candidate that had a groundswell of popular support from their base. The BLM protests were co-opted and then buried with no major changes to policing enacted. Obama failed to codify Roe, then after he helped clear the field to give Hillary the nom, the dems eat shit, then trump's supreme court nominees overturn roe v wade. Then in 2024 the majority of Americans are rightfully horrified by the genocide in gaza and mobilize, most of it occurring on college campuses. The democratic administration responds by siccing cops on them and beating them, arresting them and censoring free speech. Then that ancient unpopular president had to be forced out of the contest because it was blatantly clear that he was too fucking old to continue, they rally around his vp who didn't even get to early state voting in the primary because she was so unpopular. She fails to separate herself at all from the current administration that, despite how much people say "the economy is so strong and good!", most people are making less and the cost for everything has gone up significantly. All of this creates a perfect storm to convince millions of people to just not vote this year because to them, things are only going to get worse. The most craven and awful people in our culture and government get to wreak havoc and the opposition barely has an appetite to even pretend they're going to overturn what trump did, let alone lay out a new direction or inspire hope.
This is the main obstacle to anyone hitting the streets in any major numbers. Things are going to have to get significantly worse for a lot of people before anyone is driven to get up and fight. I'm not holding my breath[close]
I’ve got better things to do than pretend some rich asshole (or, some soon-to-be-rich asshole) actually cares about my struggles ... Fuck all of it, I’m gonna hit the park and skate instead
Trump just promised a 25% tariff on EVERYTHING coming from Mexico and Canada. This means the wood for boards (Canada) and the boards themselves (BBS and PSStix). Prepare for $100 decks, everyone. Time to stockpile during the BF sales.
Expand QuoteTrump just promised a 25% tariff on EVERYTHING coming from Mexico and Canada. This means the wood for boards (Canada) and the boards themselves (BBS and PSStix). Prepare for $100 decks, everyone. Time to stockpile during the BF sales.[close]
Yeah. Saw that today and was like OH NO.
Time to bring Ermico back to SF CA. I want to see Made in SF on my trucks and wheels again.THIS
Musk has been tweeting nonstop about how all democrats are pedophiles, while republicans literally almost nominated Matt Gaetz for attorney general. The rhetoric from Musk on Twitter is unrelenting. The only conclusion I can gather is that he’s trying to enable real political violence. Everyone seems asleep at the wheel.He's an enabled drug addict oligarch. We've never seen anything like this before. Exactly the kind of feckless stoop who could wind up literal king of the world.
It's mind boggling that Republican's try to make everything sexual whenever it comes to individual's just wanting to exist.He's an enabled drug addict oligarch. We've never seen anything like this before. Exactly the kind of feckless stoop who could wind up literal king of the world.Expand QuoteMusk has been tweeting nonstop about how all democrats are pedophiles, while republicans literally almost nominated Matt Gaetz for attorney general. The rhetoric from Musk on Twitter is unrelenting. The only conclusion I can gather is that he’s trying to enable real political violence. Everyone seems asleep at the wheel.[close]
I expect it’ll be just like Trump’s first term - a lot of talk, a lot of being blocked, not much being done, just like every other president we’ve had in past decades, a million “promises” that won’t be kept and even then, one side will still screech like Hitler is in power despite having lived through his prior impotent term of being shut down on most of his plans, the other will cry about how he didn’t live up to expectations. The usual rage/disappointment scenario of every president since I started voting in 1992.
I just find it funny that adults over 30 still care about politics and get heated about them and claim “THIS IS LIFE OR DEATH!” when we’ve all seen this same show before, it’s just a tired rerun no matter who is in office since politicians just work for the corporations who line their pockets and give them insider trading tips. The media exists to keep fools believing nonsense so that nobody talks about how every politician is corrupt, it’s just a distraction to make you think your vote matters when the powers that be win either way. It’d have been the same if Kamala was elected - prices would go up, promises would be broken, things would still get worse, and people would still cling to politics like team sports jock shit and blame a myriad of things other than that our political system sold out well before we were born and we’re just watching a puppet show at this point. Everything is about money and power, there are no decent, honest politicians left, we could dump ‘em all in the ocean and watch them drown and we’d be at a net gain afterward.
When we reached a point where congresspeople who make about $140k/year end up worth $25-50 million after a decade or two on their salary and nobody cares, it shows that our political system is long dead, investing emotional concern over it now is just stupid because unless we tear it all down and start new, this is the sham circus we get until we die. Even AOC is worth 10x what she should be, and her constituents don’t care that she’s just as bad as the rest of them now as long as she puts out an occasional post that they like. But we’ll still bark about how “our person is better” after being screwed over every time, like it’s ever going to be different. Precisely why I no longer care about who’s in office, I’m gonna get screwed either way, and I’ve got better things to do than pretend some rich asshole (or, some soon-to-be-rich asshole) actually cares about my struggles, I’m never not amazed by people thinking any politician actually gives a shit about anyone but themselves. Fuck all of it, I’m gonna hit the park and skate instead, politicians don’t deserve our concern, they all deserve our scorn and ire, nothing more.
Expand QuoteI expect it’ll be just like Trump’s first term - a lot of talk, a lot of being blocked, not much being done, just like every other president we’ve had in past decades, a million “promises” that won’t be kept and even then, one side will still screech like Hitler is in power despite having lived through his prior impotent term of being shut down on most of his plans, the other will cry about how he didn’t live up to expectations. The usual rage/disappointment scenario of every president since I started voting in 1992.
I just find it funny that adults over 30 still care about politics and get heated about them and claim “THIS IS LIFE OR DEATH!” when we’ve all seen this same show before, it’s just a tired rerun no matter who is in office since politicians just work for the corporations who line their pockets and give them insider trading tips. The media exists to keep fools believing nonsense so that nobody talks about how every politician is corrupt, it’s just a distraction to make you think your vote matters when the powers that be win either way. It’d have been the same if Kamala was elected - prices would go up, promises would be broken, things would still get worse, and people would still cling to politics like team sports jock shit and blame a myriad of things other than that our political system sold out well before we were born and we’re just watching a puppet show at this point. Everything is about money and power, there are no decent, honest politicians left, we could dump ‘em all in the ocean and watch them drown and we’d be at a net gain afterward.
When we reached a point where congresspeople who make about $140k/year end up worth $25-50 million after a decade or two on their salary and nobody cares, it shows that our political system is long dead, investing emotional concern over it now is just stupid because unless we tear it all down and start new, this is the sham circus we get until we die. Even AOC is worth 10x what she should be, and her constituents don’t care that she’s just as bad as the rest of them now as long as she puts out an occasional post that they like. But we’ll still bark about how “our person is better” after being screwed over every time, like it’s ever going to be different. Precisely why I no longer care about who’s in office, I’m gonna get screwed either way, and I’ve got better things to do than pretend some rich asshole (or, some soon-to-be-rich asshole) actually cares about my struggles, I’m never not amazed by people thinking any politician actually gives a shit about anyone but themselves. Fuck all of it, I’m gonna hit the park and skate instead, politicians don’t deserve our concern, they all deserve our scorn and ire, nothing more.[close]
Couldn't have said it better myself.
Work hard, set goals, accomplish goals, repeat, and enjoy your life
Kash Patel is too fucked a nom for FBI to actually get it, I hope
My dad and I haven't spoken about politics in a very long time. I think we both just realize we're on opposite ends of the spectrum politically, and we don't need to bring that kind of stuff into our personal relationship, which is already strained to certain degrees. I remember being at his house the day of Trump's first inauguration and he made some statement about he he was a class act.
The thing is though, my dad was an FBI agent for over 20 years. Hopefully, if he hadn't already started to change his perspective on Trump, this move will make him take a harder look at what this guy actually stands for.
Probably not though, he still has a closet full of Rush Limbaugh ties.
It’s official: Trump received less than 50% of popular vote. Fuck a mandateSource?
Source?Expand QuoteIt’s official: Trump received less than 50% of popular vote. Fuck a mandate[close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI expect it’ll be just like Trump’s first term - a lot of talk, a lot of being blocked, not much being done, just like every other president we’ve had in past decades, a million “promises” that won’t be kept and even then, one side will still screech like Hitler is in power despite having lived through his prior impotent term of being shut down on most of his plans, the other will cry about how he didn’t live up to expectations. The usual rage/disappointment scenario of every president since I started voting in 1992.
I just find it funny that adults over 30 still care about politics and get heated about them and claim “THIS IS LIFE OR DEATH!” when we’ve all seen this same show before, it’s just a tired rerun no matter who is in office since politicians just work for the corporations who line their pockets and give them insider trading tips. The media exists to keep fools believing nonsense so that nobody talks about how every politician is corrupt, it’s just a distraction to make you think your vote matters when the powers that be win either way. It’d have been the same if Kamala was elected - prices would go up, promises would be broken, things would still get worse, and people would still cling to politics like team sports jock shit and blame a myriad of things other than that our political system sold out well before we were born and we’re just watching a puppet show at this point. Everything is about money and power, there are no decent, honest politicians left, we could dump ‘em all in the ocean and watch them drown and we’d be at a net gain afterward.
When we reached a point where congresspeople who make about $140k/year end up worth $25-50 million after a decade or two on their salary and nobody cares, it shows that our political system is long dead, investing emotional concern over it now is just stupid because unless we tear it all down and start new, this is the sham circus we get until we die. Even AOC is worth 10x what she should be, and her constituents don’t care that she’s just as bad as the rest of them now as long as she puts out an occasional post that they like. But we’ll still bark about how “our person is better” after being screwed over every time, like it’s ever going to be different. Precisely why I no longer care about who’s in office, I’m gonna get screwed either way, and I’ve got better things to do than pretend some rich asshole (or, some soon-to-be-rich asshole) actually cares about my struggles, I’m never not amazed by people thinking any politician actually gives a shit about anyone but themselves. Fuck all of it, I’m gonna hit the park and skate instead, politicians don’t deserve our concern, they all deserve our scorn and ire, nothing more.[close]
Couldn't have said it better myself.
Work hard, set goals, accomplish goals, repeat, and enjoy your life[close]
You know you can still do that while also caring about politics, right?
I get the cynicism, but you guys do know that it does make a little bit of a difference who is in office? Ever heard of a party platform? There are policies that are effected by your vote even if they are slow and seem marginal at first.
I don't vote because
-all politicians are selfish and never care about anyone
-they don't deliver anything
-the build-a-bear group is running things behind a curtain so it doesn't matter who we vote for.
-things would be better if did it differently (not going to say how) and stopped trying to change things through democracy
I don't vote because
-all politicians are selfish and never care about anyone
-they don't deliver anything
-the build-a-bear group is running things behind a curtain so it doesn't matter who we vote for.
-things would be better if did it differently (not going to say how) and stopped trying to change things through democracy
This has to be the dumbest excuse to waste or not vote in general, I hope you don't have people who have abortions or get deported because you decided not to vote.
I dare anyone on here to try to interpret what Flea even means by this^http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2dyenc3RwI
Expand QuoteWill oligarchs also start falling from windows?[close]
how bout hanging in jail cells?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWill oligarchs also start falling from windows?[close]
how bout hanging in jail cells?[close]
In a sense CEOs are still workers. The real people running the show are capitalists, the people that don’t have to work: the large stock holders, investors, landlords and owners of companies: Basically the Trumps, the Musks, the Thiels, The Bezos‘ and Zuckerbergs of this world. The people that the CEOs have to answer to.[close]
what are you going on about? why are you validating the position of CEOs as workers in a response to a statement made about oligarchs being pushed from balconies/windows as in Russia or Epstein hanging in a jail cell for much the same reason oligarchs in Russia end up splattered on the sidewalk? If you're talking about the health insurance insider trading homeboy sleazEO that was gunned down, you're playing semantics around the word "work" that have nothing to do with "workers" or the "working class." They're not even part of the bourgeoisie.
all of those names you dropped are or were CEOs of their money making enterprises.
I'm not sure if it's a societal problem or a legislative problem or maybe both but CEOs and investors are functioning exactly as they are allowed to under out current laws. The US has historically had a hands off the biz approach until that posture starts to fuck up our society. That would be the time to change some of the laws around what the Health Care industry can get away with but there has been no appetite. We're all arguing over the scraps that the Affordable Care Act threw us and that's even imperiled again. It's long past time, so much so that we got Punishers running around. Health Care is in the same boat as gun control right now and it's the lobbyists that keep the wheels spinning on the gravel. Until real campaign finance reform catches on, which is like never, or maybe we have some kind of miraculous turnaround in 4 years off the backs of lone gunpersons and there's a real political reset. I don't think we're that lucky.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWill oligarchs also start falling from windows?[close]
how bout hanging in jail cells?[close]
In a sense CEOs are still workers. The real people running the show are capitalists, the people that don’t have to work: the large stock holders, investors, landlords and owners of companies: Basically the Trumps, the Musks, the Thiels, The Bezos‘ and Zuckerbergs of this world. The people that the CEOs have to answer to.[close]
what are you going on about? why are you validating the position of CEOs as workers in a response to a statement made about oligarchs being pushed from balconies/windows as in Russia or Epstein hanging in a jail cell for much the same reason oligarchs in Russia end up splattered on the sidewalk? If you're talking about the health insurance insider trading homeboy sleazEO that was gunned down, you're playing semantics around the word "work" that have nothing to do with "workers" or the "working class." They're not even part of the bourgeoisie.
all of those names you dropped are or were CEOs of their money making enterprises.[close]
Dude, I hate CEOs like the next guy. What I meant to say that the real targets (of criticism and protests, I am no killer) should be the owners and investors. If a CEO does not do what the shareholders or owner of the company wants he‘s replaced by another asshole with a million dollar contract and all the same incentives to maximize profits at the expense of regular employees and (in this case) the insured.
Look, I just hate the hypocrisy of the new rightwing, who love to hate the managers and “the liberal establishment“, while being fanboys of some of the people who literally own them.
I'm not sure if it's a societal problem or a legislative problem or maybe both but CEOs and investors are functioning exactly as they are allowed to under out current laws. The US has historically had a hands off the biz approach until that posture starts to fuck up our society. That would be the time to change some of the laws around what the Health Care industry can get away with but there has been no appetite. We're all arguing over the scraps that the Affordable Care Act threw us and that's even imperiled again. It's long past time, so much so that we got Punishers running around. Health Care is in the same boat as gun control right now and it's the lobbyists that keep the wheels spinning on the gravel. Until real campaign finance reform catches on, which is like never, or maybe we have some kind of miraculous turnaround in 4 years off the backs of lone gunpersons and there's a real political reset. I don't think we're that lucky.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWill oligarchs also start falling from windows?[close]
how bout hanging in jail cells?[close]
In a sense CEOs are still workers. The real people running the show are capitalists, the people that don’t have to work: the large stock holders, investors, landlords and owners of companies: Basically the Trumps, the Musks, the Thiels, The Bezos‘ and Zuckerbergs of this world. The people that the CEOs have to answer to.[close]
what are you going on about? why are you validating the position of CEOs as workers in a response to a statement made about oligarchs being pushed from balconies/windows as in Russia or Epstein hanging in a jail cell for much the same reason oligarchs in Russia end up splattered on the sidewalk? If you're talking about the health insurance insider trading homeboy sleazEO that was gunned down, you're playing semantics around the word "work" that have nothing to do with "workers" or the "working class." They're not even part of the bourgeoisie.
all of those names you dropped are or were CEOs of their money making enterprises.[close]
Dude, I hate CEOs like the next guy. What I meant to say that the real targets (of criticism and protests, I am no killer) should be the owners and investors. If a CEO does not do what the shareholders or owner of the company wants he‘s replaced by another asshole with a million dollar contract and all the same incentives to maximize profits at the expense of regular employees and (in this case) the insured.
Look, I just hate the hypocrisy of the new rightwing, who love to hate the managers and “the liberal establishment“, while being fanboys of some of the people who literally own them.[close]
Anyone else in the US trying to get their passport renewed sooner than later in the event that agencies close or go to bare bones in the name of d.o.g.e?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAnyone else in the US trying to get their passport renewed sooner than later in the event that agencies close or go to bare bones in the name of d.o.g.e?[close]
Didn’t even think about that, but maybe worth considering. Im still wondering what I should do with my mutual funds if they tank the market like they’ve warned might happen[close]
I'm not really trying to go into "they" territory, and still, EM, PT, and their compatriots hold more than a significant amount of capital in crypto and tech assets. Falling USD and markets boost crypto and tech. That people don't see this is beyond me. I mean it's not at all, but it is worth considering. I can't speak to mutual funds because I don't have any, but, if possible, I don't see using that capital as a means to buy something such as a property as a bad move. that shit, especially anywhere remotely close to where you're located, is only going to continue to sky rocket in price as the power of the greenback drops.
Really, who knows what's going to happen? nobody, right? regarding passports, all bureaucracy can be a hassle, but the potential for it to become even more difficult, for myriad reasons including but not limited to surveillance state activity and destruction of the state dept, is, in my mind, very real.
Trump attack on EVs is likely to suck.
https://www.wired.com/story/trump-to-block-the-government-and-military-from-buying-evs/
This was known before the election, but there was hope that horrible menace Musk would convince Trump otherwise. Nope, the only pillow talk Trump likes from Musk is about laying off-workers and stories about apartheid S. Africa.
Can the west coast have a referendum to join Canada?born an raised albertan living in calgary. please dont annex us. we will vote out our insane premier and go back to ndp next round and be slightly better off. its all the rural boomer bumfucks that voted for her. alot of them will die off and hopefully we get a more tolerant future.
Hell, if we are going to start redrawing borders, let's have the entire West Coast (minus Alaska), New England, and all of the East Coast down to Virginia (upstate Penn can go to America same with parts of central NY). Canada will keep the Northern territories but America can have Alberta and Manitoba. Minnesota and Michigan can be with Canada and we'll flip a coin for Wisconsin.
Fuck everyone who voted for this asshole. Fuck everyone who tried to undo the non-partisan support Biden gave the East Coast with their latest hurricane by saying he controlled the weather (can you imagine citizens of a first world country saying a human controls the weather, we are one bad month away from sacrificing virgins and praying the sun will magically show up the next day). Fuck Trump for making up a non-existent bill to blame California so Exxon can keep polluting and fuck Musk who made is fortune off of Federal and California state subsidies.
https://calmatters.org/environment/wildfires/2025/01/la-fires-donald-trump-fact-check/
Hey guys. I dont have time to look through this whole thread. The question is: can you lower my rep?
I think I'm checking out for a while.
I'll try to stay vaguely up to date on whatever atrocities and injustices are being inflicted on the American people (half of which will be cheering it on), and I'll still vote in every election.
Speak out about Musks illegal activities and you may just ‘commit suicide.’
https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/suchir-balaji-openai-whistleblower-dead-california/
Hey hey,
longtime lurker, first query. I live in Quebec where (along with Ontario) pretty much all deck wood comes from. i've skimmed this thread but nobody seems to have brought up the fact that 25% tariffs on imports (exports from us) is gonna seriously fuck up the industry. 100% Canadian Hard Rock Maple is gonna get a lot more expensive.
Post-pandemic every hard good has become more expensive. This will make every deck a luxury item. Razor tails all around, focussing will be an anachronism.
Weigh in whoever, but I'm particularly interested in what industry folk have to say about this.
Expand QuoteSooo…. About that Elon Musk salute….[close]
i'm intentionally avoiding any of this shit but that, sir, that is a sieg heil. 2 of em. man
He's just mad all his nerd friends found out he was a boosting ass poser. Telsas are kind of unsellable right now too lolExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSooo…. About that Elon Musk salute….[close]
i'm intentionally avoiding any of this shit but that, sir, that is a sieg heil. 2 of em. man[close]
(https://media1.giphy.com/media/Ggt7ZY74ETLE3d2bCj/giphy.gif?cid=6c09b952xq3o737q5oq83owj0rj4ulzykqa70tmpagq5rjyc&ep=v1_internal_gif_by_id&rid=giphy.gif&ct=g)
Good time to sell your teslas.
When can we officially start making fun of Barron?He's 18 and has MAGA politics. We're gonna have a Trump 2052 scenario if he came out smarter like his sister.
I thought "stand back and stand by" was bad enough... the scariest part is that it is only day 1. If you read/watched his "Agenda 47," he's talking about internment camps for the homeless, "re-education" of people in higher education, and all sorts of other ill shit.
I know it is cliche to bring up 1984, but....
Donald is going to prison. He started the ball rolling when he investigated John Kerry. It’s only a matter of time before the old war bastards get him.
Expand QuoteDonald is going to prison. He started the ball rolling when he investigated John Kerry. It’s only a matter of time before the old war bastards get him.[close]
I wish dude! The GOP have fully cucked with tRump.
Friendly reminder that “stress addiction” is a real thing, it’s widespread and rarely talked about, with persistent harmful side effects such as anxiety, depression, anger issues, high blood pressure, strain on interpersonal relationships, etc etc.
Be mindful of that when doom scrolling and getting worked up over things you have no control over. Look at your social media usage and get rid of anything that doesn’t actually benefit you.
Friendly reminder that “stress addiction” is a real thing, it’s widespread and rarely talked about, with persistent harmful side effects such as anxiety, depression, anger issues, high blood pressure, strain on interpersonal relationships, etc etc.
Be mindful of that when doom scrolling and getting worked up over things you have no control over. Look at your social media usage and get rid of anything that doesn’t actually benefit you.
I thought "stand back and stand by" was bad enough... the scariest part is that it is only day 1. If you read/watched his "Agenda 47," he's talking about internment camps for the homeless, "re-education" of people in higher education, and all sorts of other ill shit.I'm a VA Federal psychologist and I woke up to an 8:00am meeting about all of our continuing education changing and not being able to use the language "DEI" in any of our meetings or trainings.
I know it is cliche to bring up 1984, but....
lmaoExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSooo…. About that Elon Musk salute….[close]
i'm intentionally avoiding any of this shit but that, sir, that is a sieg heil. 2 of em. man[close]
Not that it matters but if you watch it with audio he says right after “my heart goes out to you” and I kinda think that’s what his incredibly awkward body was trying to gesture - but it’s like someone who accidentally drops the n bomb in public does so bc they’re comfortable doing it in private and this salute is like that
lmaoExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSooo…. About that Elon Musk salute….[close]
i'm intentionally avoiding any of this shit but that, sir, that is a sieg heil. 2 of em. man[close]
Not that it matters but if you watch it with audio he says right after “my heart goes out to you” and I kinda think that’s what his incredibly awkward body was trying to gesture - but it’s like someone who accidentally drops the n bomb in public does so bc they’re comfortable doing it in private and this salute is like that[close]
imagine making excuses for such a loser
Fuck this country and the powers that be. Watched the inauguration and wanted to vomit from the vile filth that came from his sewer of a mouth, if you see a Nazi or adjacent bust them in the mouth!! Fuck this place!!!!! Fuck it!!!!! I am not okay with letting this continue.
Remember, if you voted Trump, fuck you.Personally I am less mad at people who sat out than I am at the pathetic Democrat loyalists who spent years trying to gaslight us all into thinking Biden wasn't a walking corpse, then completely skipped having a primary and tried to shove Harris down our throats. With that little interest in winning they might as well be Republicans.
If you protest voted or sat out of this election year because "Harris is a war monger", fuck you even more.
Fuck. YOU.
I was shocked he won the primaries in 2020. His brain was fried back then, but it was over after that debate. They kept telling us he was sharp as a tack behind the scenes, but that's not how dementia works.Personally I am less mad at people who sat out than I am at the pathetic Democrat loyalists who spent years trying to gaslight us all into thinking Biden wasn't a walking corpse, then completely skipped having a primary and tried to shove Harris down our throats. With that little interest in winning they might as well be Republicans.Expand QuoteRemember, if you voted Trump, fuck you.
If you protest voted or sat out of this election year because "Harris is a war monger", fuck you even more.
Fuck. YOU.[close]
I was shocked he won the primaries in 2020. His brain was fried back then, but it was over after that debate. They kept telling us he was sharp as a tack behind the scenes, but that's not how dementia works.Expand QuotePersonally I am less mad at people who sat out than I am at the pathetic Democrat loyalists who spent years trying to gaslight us all into thinking Biden wasn't a walking corpse, then completely skipped having a primary and tried to shove Harris down our throats. With that little interest in winning they might as well be Republicans.Expand QuoteRemember, if you voted Trump, fuck you.
If you protest voted or sat out of this election year because "Harris is a war monger", fuck you even more.
Fuck. YOU.[close][close]
Harris was polling at 3% in 2020 behind Biden, Harris, Bernie, Bloomberg, and basically tied for 5th place with Buttigieg. She'd been mostly silent for 4 years. Selecting her as the frontrunner against the biggest threat to our democracy just a few months before the election is unforgivable. The DNC most definitely deserves a fuck you.
Remember, if you voted Trump, fuck you.This right here
If you protest voted or sat out of this election year because "Harris is a war monger", fuck you even more.
Fuck. YOU.
Yeah same. The Popular page is full of rage bait, and my Home page kept skewing further that way because I couldn’t help myself from engaging. So I created a Custom Feed for myself that’s mostly just sneakers, cute animals and music related stuff lol.
I'm a VA Federal psychologist and I woke up to an 8:00am meeting about all of our continuing education changing and not being able to use the language "DEI" in any of our meetings or trainings.Expand QuoteI thought "stand back and stand by" was bad enough... the scariest part is that it is only day 1. If you read/watched his "Agenda 47," he's talking about internment camps for the homeless, "re-education" of people in higher education, and all sorts of other ill shit.
I know it is cliche to bring up 1984, but....[close]
I also work for a state university. They were coming down hard on critical race theory during the last administration, but so far it's just threats.
It is fucking over. In Trump's America there is no power to begotten from the law, but the law will be exercised by those in power.
Trump goes from all drug dealers deserve the death penalty
https://www.npr.org/2023/05/10/1152847242/trump-campaign-execute-drug-dealers-smugglers-traffickers-death-row
to
"I just called the mother of Ross William Ulbricht to let her know that in honor of her and the Libertarian Movement, which supported me so strongly, it was my pleasure to have just signed a full and unconditional pardon of her son, Ross."
https://www.npr.org/2025/01/21/nx-s1-5270051/trump-pardons-dark-web-marketplace-creator-ross-ulbricht
I'm all for the legalization and regulation of drugs, but not for pardoning the few drug dealers who can benefit the president, while maintaining aggressive anti-drug laws.
Expand QuoteI'm a VA Federal psychologist and I woke up to an 8:00am meeting about all of our continuing education changing and not being able to use the language "DEI" in any of our meetings or trainings.Expand QuoteI thought "stand back and stand by" was bad enough... the scariest part is that it is only day 1. If you read/watched his "Agenda 47," he's talking about internment camps for the homeless, "re-education" of people in higher education, and all sorts of other ill shit.
I know it is cliche to bring up 1984, but....[close]
I also work for a state university. They were coming down hard on critical race theory during the last administration, but so far it's just threats.[close]
I wonder if his executive order against DEI would affect state agencies. Since affirmative action ended years ago in California (except for disability or veteran status in government jobs), I don't know if this would even make any difference. He does want to target disabled people, though.
Remember, if you voted Trump, fuck you.
If you protest voted or sat out of this election year because "Harris is a war monger", fuck you even more.
Fuck. YOU.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm a VA Federal psychologist and I woke up to an 8:00am meeting about all of our continuing education changing and not being able to use the language "DEI" in any of our meetings or trainings.Expand QuoteI thought "stand back and stand by" was bad enough... the scariest part is that it is only day 1. If you read/watched his "Agenda 47," he's talking about internment camps for the homeless, "re-education" of people in higher education, and all sorts of other ill shit.
I know it is cliche to bring up 1984, but....[close]
I also work for a state university. They were coming down hard on critical race theory during the last administration, but so far it's just threats.[close]
I wonder if his executive order against DEI would affect state agencies. Since affirmative action ended years ago in California (except for disability or veteran status in government jobs), I don't know if this would even make any difference. He does want to target disabled people, though.[close]
My understanding is states can still do whatever they want. There have been threats of withholding NIH funding, but there's just no way any federal agency is going to be able to enforce what is done at the campus level. I can see courses being re-named and some silly symbolic stuff, but that's all I've heard from the university. I remember 4 years of idle threats from 2016-2020, but nothing ever happened.
Expand QuoteRemember, if you voted Trump, fuck you.
If you protest voted or sat out of this election year because "Harris is a war monger", fuck you even more.
Fuck. YOU.[close]
That's a problematic take.
I voted for Harris. Held my nose. But I have no problem with people who protest voted/ abstained against genocide. None whatsoever.
Don't blame Trump's incoming insanity on the anti-war vote. Blame it on the maniacs behind him.
My university is in deep blue territory, so I think they'll find workarounds.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm a VA Federal psychologist and I woke up to an 8:00am meeting about all of our continuing education changing and not being able to use the language "DEI" in any of our meetings or trainings.Expand QuoteI thought "stand back and stand by" was bad enough... the scariest part is that it is only day 1. If you read/watched his "Agenda 47," he's talking about internment camps for the homeless, "re-education" of people in higher education, and all sorts of other ill shit.
I know it is cliche to bring up 1984, but....[close]
I also work for a state university. They were coming down hard on critical race theory during the last administration, but so far it's just threats.[close]
I wonder if his executive order against DEI would affect state agencies. Since affirmative action ended years ago in California (except for disability or veteran status in government jobs), I don't know if this would even make any difference. He does want to target disabled people, though.[close]
My understanding is states can still do whatever they want. There have been threats of withholding NIH funding, but there's just no way any federal agency is going to be able to enforce what is done at the campus level. I can see courses being re-named and some silly symbolic stuff, but that's all I've heard from the university. I remember 4 years of idle threats from 2016-2020, but nothing ever happened.[close]
A lot of states and universities have already rolled over this past year or so.
https://www.highereddive.com/news/dei-eliminations-cuts-offices-colleges-texas-florida-kentucky-alabama/727414/
I've got a little extra money at the moment, and am considering getting a few decks in case this tariff thing explodes. Anyone else done this?
My university is in deep blue territory, so I think they'll find workarounds.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm a VA Federal psychologist and I woke up to an 8:00am meeting about all of our continuing education changing and not being able to use the language "DEI" in any of our meetings or trainings.Expand QuoteI thought "stand back and stand by" was bad enough... the scariest part is that it is only day 1. If you read/watched his "Agenda 47," he's talking about internment camps for the homeless, "re-education" of people in higher education, and all sorts of other ill shit.
I know it is cliche to bring up 1984, but....[close]
I also work for a state university. They were coming down hard on critical race theory during the last administration, but so far it's just threats.[close]
I wonder if his executive order against DEI would affect state agencies. Since affirmative action ended years ago in California (except for disability or veteran status in government jobs), I don't know if this would even make any difference. He does want to target disabled people, though.[close]
My understanding is states can still do whatever they want. There have been threats of withholding NIH funding, but there's just no way any federal agency is going to be able to enforce what is done at the campus level. I can see courses being re-named and some silly symbolic stuff, but that's all I've heard from the university. I remember 4 years of idle threats from 2016-2020, but nothing ever happened.[close]
A lot of states and universities have already rolled over this past year or so.
https://www.highereddive.com/news/dei-eliminations-cuts-offices-colleges-texas-florida-kentucky-alabama/727414/[close]
I've been in back-to-back meetings at my federal position all day and they're taking a hard line on this. We are required to stop all groups, mental health service, trainings, committees, advocacy, etc for anything remotely related to DEI. We had workarounds in 2016-2020, but they're coming down hard on any resistance.
A while back, i threw out a question along the lines of “other than vote, what do you do in support of your community, human rights, social justice, etc” and but a few people, including those who get on the high horse about voting or not voting for Harris, declined to share their experiences or vision regarding the exercise of such outside the voting booth.
@hooman I don't actually fall into one of the categories you described, but I did not vote, because I do not make a practice of voting. Not saying I never will, but I never have. It isn't a protest, and it isn't out of apathy, and it isn't because I don't believe that some candidates are objectively better or worse than others. I follow politics and don't shy away from taking positions, voicing support or opposition. I feel strongly that politics are always the reflection of localized views and attitudes, regardless of their eventual reach or scope. As such, the energy I put into what could be called civic duty or public engagement is expended locally, through participation in communities I believe in, and through trying to live in a way that reflects my values as directly as possible. I've been called naive and worse, but to me it's naive to see people pulling their hair out and still getting up everyday and contributing wholeheartedly to a system that can be lead by a Donald Trump. I don't see him as an aberration of the system, he's just a much clearer reminder than usual that our society is founded on principles of control, not ethics. A lot of people do work within the system in an ethical way, and I respect that, but they aren't the guiding principle and never will be. I don't really do that much for other people, lots of people I have met do more, but I feel pretty okay about my general disposition towards my fellow humans and wouldn't feel any better in that regard if I participated in the electoral process. Nor do I believe that my participating in it would improve my quality of life or anyone else's to the extent that volunteering and living frugally do. Voting is a luxury, so is having all your material needs met and still feeling that life is really bad, and I don't subscribe to either of these thing. Sorry for the ramble, felt like responding.
I figure the day someone I know asks me to vote for them, is the day I will vote. Till then, I'm not investing my political energy in the idea of delegated, corporate or administrative responsability.
Expand QuoteA while back, i threw out a question along the lines of “other than vote, what do you do in support of your community, human rights, social justice, etc” and but a few people, including those who get on the high horse about voting or not voting for Harris, declined to share their experiences or vision regarding the exercise of such outside the voting booth.[close]
Well, I'll field this as a "please vote Harris" person.
I always vote in every federal and local election no matter how small.
I attend basically every protest or march in my city that aligns with my beliefs, and the occasional counter-protest (which, debatable how much difference those make but I get out of the house and do it).
A big personal one for me is every time there's a local election I read up on every judge up for election/re-election and blast everyone I know via text or email which judges are scumbags and which are worth re-electing. Same with Sheriff.
Shocking how many people leave those blank or pick randomly.
Most recently I volunteered for the Wick Thomas campaign in my district, Missouri's first transgender state legislator.
(They won!)
I've also attended several town halls and engagement events related to new skate parks in my city...
Having said all that, I don't condemn anyone who is less politically active.
To me, getting out and voting is the most important thing, nobody has to agree with me and I know many don't.
Any wars or genocides happening right now definitely aren't going to get any better with Trump in office, but a whole lot of other things are going to get a whole, whole, whole lot worse, probably including the wars and genocides.
If that was worth it for some people, that's their call and here we are. It wasn't worth it to me.
Expand Quote"I just called the mother of Ross William Ulbricht to let her know that in honor of her and the Libertarian Movement, which supported me so strongly, it was my pleasure to have just signed a full and unconditional pardon of her son, Ross."
https://www.npr.org/2025/01/21/nx-s1-5270051/trump-pardons-dark-web-marketplace-creator-ross-ulbricht[close]
But isn’t that dude some kind of hero in the crypto, libertarian world? In the regards it makes sense he pardons him.
A while back, i threw out a question along the lines of “other than vote, what do you do in support of your community, human rights, social justice, etc” and but a few people, including those who get on the high horse about voting or not voting for Harris, declined to share their experiences or vision regarding the exercise of such outside the voting booth.
You just can’t have your preferred pronouns in Teams or your signature line anymore. Trans employees/veterans also have to go by their birth gender. What’s worse is we got an email from the new director saying we can face “adverse consequences” if we don’t rat out people for breaking this EO.@Cuban_Lynx I'm sorry you and the people you work with have to deal with this nonsense. It is amazing how much vitriol the GOP has for women and trans people. I'm pretty certain trans individuals make up .4% of population, it seems that the fear and hatred is overblown. Also, I'm curious to see how everyone in your institution with write emails without the use of any pronouns.Expand QuoteExpand Quote"I just called the mother of Ross William Ulbricht to let her know that in honor of her and the Libertarian Movement, which supported me so strongly, it was my pleasure to have just signed a full and unconditional pardon of her son, Ross."
https://www.npr.org/2025/01/21/nx-s1-5270051/trump-pardons-dark-web-marketplace-creator-ross-ulbricht[close]
But isn’t that dude some kind of hero in the crypto, libertarian world? In the regards it makes sense he pardons him.[close]
A while back, i threw out a question along the lines of “other than vote, what do you do in support of your community, human rights, social justice, etc” and but a few people, including those who get on the high horse about voting or not voting for Harris, declined to share their experiences or vision regarding the exercise of such outside the voting booth.
I've got a little extra money at the moment, and am considering getting a few decks in case this tariff thing explodes. Anyone else done this?
A while back, i threw out a question along the lines of “other than vote, what do you do in support of your community, human rights, social justice, etc” and but a few people, including those who get on the high horse about voting or not voting for Harris, declined to share their experiences or vision regarding the exercise of such outside the voting booth.Best things you can do are food sharing, start a community garden, supply sharing etc... at this point voting is a moot point, my state (Ohio) is so rigged a progressive candidate can't win let alone a centrist.
So basically you're saying we shouldn't vote at all because it's enabling oppressive systems?
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So basically you're saying we shouldn't vote at all because it's enabling oppressive systems?[close]
There's a good case for that. Voting just might inhibit real change.
The narrow choice. The inability to move beyond the two party system. To imagine a better socioeconomic arrangement. All are crushed by the illusion of the vote.
“Don’t vote” is the stupidest fucking response ever, fuck off
Well, we need to do more to eradicate that system of belief in the first place, find common ground across the working class (which there is a lot of) and offer alternatives. The real work is not done at the polls.
Expand QuoteWell, we need to do more to eradicate that system of belief in the first place, find common ground across the working class (which there is a lot of) and offer alternatives. The real work is not done at the polls.[close]
Whew, unifying the American working class would possibly be the most herculean feat in all of human history.
Half (maybe more than half) of the working class are rabidly anti-union, consistently vote to slash taxes for billionaires, and blame all their problems on sliiiiightly poorer working class people (and all minorities regardless of income).
Expand QuoteWell, we need to do more to eradicate that system of belief in the first place, find common ground across the working class (which there is a lot of) and offer alternatives. The real work is not done at the polls.[close]
Whew, unifying the American working class would possibly be the most herculean feat in all of human history.
Half (maybe more than half) of the working class are rabidly anti-union, consistently vote to slash taxes for billionaires, and blame all their problems on sliiiiightly poorer working class people (and all minorities regardless of income).
While people are blaming theoretical protest non-voters, I haven't once heard anyone talk about the demographic shifts that occurred in this last election cycle. Here's a piece, it's NPR, but worth looking at
https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters (https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters).
I'm not a statistician but the argument being presented, that this administration is the fault of those who may have, in other times voted D, but chose to cast no vote this round, may be disqualified by the numbers showing the D's failure to both maintain and gain voters, much of those being what some call "minority voters."
Why aren't y'all openly casting blame on black men, latinx, asian american, and arab american voters for leaving the Democratic party; for what some might say is "voting against their own/best interests"? What I'm seeing here on slap is that rather than being the fault of the party, the fucking capitalist class with a D on their name tags, who NEVER vote against their own IMMEDIATE interests, who have refused to run a popular candidate in 3 election cycles, the current administration is the fault of citizenry who may or may have not voted D because they felt disenfranchised and lied to.
@EdLawndale
We do such things because we're in it every single day, not because we're training for a big showdown. We do them because we are decent human beings who know that the support systems outside our control are designed to fail. We see these things not as "extracurricular," but as important aspects of our daily existence.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWhy aren't y'all openly casting blame on black men, latinx, asian american, and arab american voters for leaving the Democratic party; for what some might say is "voting against their own/best interests"?[close]
You want us to single out minorities and POC's who voted Trump?
No.[close]
you've already singled out arab americans who didn't vote for Kamala, what's the difference?
Remember, if you voted Trump, fuck you.
If you protest voted or sat out of this election year because "Harris is a war monger", fuck you even more.
Fuck. YOU.
Expand QuoteWhile people are blaming theoretical protest non-voters, I haven't once heard anyone talk about the demographic shifts that occurred in this last election cycle. Here's a piece, it's NPR, but worth looking at
https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters (https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters).
I'm not a statistician but the argument being presented, that this administration is the fault of those who may have, in other times voted D, but chose to cast no vote this round, may be disqualified by the numbers showing the D's failure to both maintain and gain voters, much of those being what some call "minority voters."
Why aren't y'all openly casting blame on black men, latinx, asian american, and arab american voters for leaving the Democratic party; for what some might say is "voting against their own/best interests"? What I'm seeing here on slap is that rather than being the fault of the party, the fucking capitalist class with a D on their name tags, who NEVER vote against their own IMMEDIATE interests, who have refused to run a popular candidate in 3 election cycles, the current administration is the fault of citizenry who may or may have not voted D because they felt disenfranchised and lied to.
@EdLawndale
We do such things because we're in it every single day, not because we're training for a big showdown. We do them because we are decent human beings who know that the support systems outside our control are designed to fail. We see these things not as "extracurricular," but as important aspects of our daily existence.[close]
i asked these two hispanic dudes (young 20s) from harlem that i worked with at an old job about the word "latinx". they said the only ppl that say that are white kids from the suburbs and white-washed hispanic kids.
I like you, Too Frank To Fred, but that is an odd take. That's just like cutting of your nose to spite your face. A person basically not doing his or her part to prevent pretty much the worst people from coming and passing legislation that will affect in a negative manner the people of this country -- especially the already marginalized folks who spend their life fighting an uphill battle -- for years upon years to come.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWhile people are blaming theoretical protest non-voters, I haven't once heard anyone talk about the demographic shifts that occurred in this last election cycle. Here's a piece, it's NPR, but worth looking at
https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters (https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters).
I'm not a statistician but the argument being presented, that this administration is the fault of those who may have, in other times voted D, but chose to cast no vote this round, may be disqualified by the numbers showing the D's failure to both maintain and gain voters, much of those being what some call "minority voters."
Why aren't y'all openly casting blame on black men, latinx, asian american, and arab american voters for leaving the Democratic party; for what some might say is "voting against their own/best interests"? What I'm seeing here on slap is that rather than being the fault of the party, the fucking capitalist class with a D on their name tags, who NEVER vote against their own IMMEDIATE interests, who have refused to run a popular candidate in 3 election cycles, the current administration is the fault of citizenry who may or may have not voted D because they felt disenfranchised and lied to.
@EdLawndale
We do such things because we're in it every single day, not because we're training for a big showdown. We do them because we are decent human beings who know that the support systems outside our control are designed to fail. We see these things not as "extracurricular," but as important aspects of our daily existence.[close]
i asked these two hispanic dudes (young 20s) from harlem that i worked with at an old job about the word "latinx". they said the only ppl that say that are white kids from the suburbs and white-washed hispanic kids.[close]
Cool story, bro.
...And?
What other life-changing pearls of wisdom did these world-weary twenty-something Harlemites impart upon you?
So if there's ever another election, and it's not completely rigged at its core, AOC running in 2028 could be the vibe. Apparently she's been planning it for years and could be the heel turn the dems need to at least start pushing away from the right.It's what makes sense. She was the Dem who split the ticket in her district and won in spite of it otherwise going for Trump. Of course, the Dems have botched this shit over pettiness before and I don't think they've learned anything from that last drubbing.
While people are blaming theoretical protest non-voters, I haven't once heard anyone talk about the demographic shifts that occurred in this last election cycle. Here's a piece, it's NPR, but worth looking at
https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters (https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters).
I'm not a statistician but the argument being presented, that this administration is the fault of those who may have, in other times voted D, but chose to cast no vote this round, may be disqualified by the numbers showing the D's failure to both maintain and gain voters, much of those being what some call "minority voters."
Why aren't y'all openly casting blame on black men, latinx, asian american, and arab american voters for leaving the Democratic party; for what some might say is "voting against their own/best interests"? What I'm seeing here on slap is that rather than being the fault of the party, the fucking capitalist class with a D on their name tags, who NEVER vote against their own IMMEDIATE interests, who have refused to run a popular candidate in 3 election cycles, the current administration is the fault of citizenry who may or may have not voted D because they felt disenfranchised and lied to.
@EdLawndale
We do such things because we're in it every single day, not because we're training for a big showdown. We do them because we are decent human beings who know that the support systems outside our control are designed to fail. We see these things not as "extracurricular," but as important aspects of our daily existence.
https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/israel-west-bank-offensive-deaths-palestinians-trump-sanctions-settlers/Because Harris and Biden have been so good to the Palestinians during their term, especially these past 15 months. Biden could’ve ended the bloodshed in Gaza and the West Bank anytime he wanted to. Either through an arms embargo or putting tougher conditions on aid to Israel. Neither party gives a shit about Palestinians.
Expand QuoteWhile people are blaming theoretical protest non-voters, I haven't once heard anyone talk about the demographic shifts that occurred in this last election cycle. Here's a piece, it's NPR, but worth looking at
https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters (https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters).
I'm not a statistician but the argument being presented, that this administration is the fault of those who may have, in other times voted D, but chose to cast no vote this round, may be disqualified by the numbers showing the D's failure to both maintain and gain voters, much of those being what some call "minority voters."
Why aren't y'all openly casting blame on black men, latinx, asian american, and arab american voters for leaving the Democratic party; for what some might say is "voting against their own/best interests"? What I'm seeing here on slap is that rather than being the fault of the party, the fucking capitalist class with a D on their name tags, who NEVER vote against their own IMMEDIATE interests, who have refused to run a popular candidate in 3 election cycles, the current administration is the fault of citizenry who may or may have not voted D because they felt disenfranchised and lied to.
@EdLawndale
We do such things because we're in it every single day, not because we're training for a big showdown. We do them because we are decent human beings who know that the support systems outside our control are designed to fail. We see these things not as "extracurricular," but as important aspects of our daily existence.[close]
I mean, okay cool, clearly enough people agreed with you. You won. People switched sides or didn't vote.
Congratulations, I guess.
A white supremacist is the head of the department of defense.
"The official stance of the United States is that there are two genders" - Donald Trump
We're about to be fucked ten ways from Sunday by tariffs.
Elon Musk is at his most powerful.
Mass deportation is on the horizon.
The environment is fucking doomed.
Now what?
You're on a high horse demanding explanations from us, but you won, dude.
This is what YOU wanted. People didn't vote! The dog caught the car.
Why don't you explain to us how this is a good thing and will bring about positive change?
Put a positive spin on this...please...I fucking need one.
I think it's insincere the way you responded to Ed, as though we're not really decent humans but only trying to do good in our communities to further our odds in a contest. It was an analogy, don't be pedantic.
I answered your question about what I do besides just voting, well, what do YOU do besides NOT vote and go online to discourage others from voting?
Because Harris and Biden have been so good to the Palestinians during their term, especially these past 15 months. Biden could’ve ended the bloodshed in Gaza and the West Bank anytime he wanted to. Either through an arms embargo or putting tougher conditions on aid to Israel. Neither party gives a shit about Palestinians.Expand Quotehttps://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/israel-west-bank-offensive-deaths-palestinians-trump-sanctions-settlers/[close]
The term latinx is stupid. For whatever reason white Americans just love to group together a bunch of vastly different cultures of brown and black people under a tidy monolith. And also every Spanish speaking homie I hang with has qualms with the term. Even just surface level it’s not an actual word that can be said in Spanish and it shits on anyone who identifies as indigenous. And for sample size I live in Aurora, CO. Like 80% of all my interactions with people are with Spanish speaking people.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhile people are blaming theoretical protest non-voters, I haven't once heard anyone talk about the demographic shifts that occurred in this last election cycle. Here's a piece, it's NPR, but worth looking at
https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters (https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters).
I'm not a statistician but the argument being presented, that this administration is the fault of those who may have, in other times voted D, but chose to cast no vote this round, may be disqualified by the numbers showing the D's failure to both maintain and gain voters, much of those being what some call "minority voters."
Why aren't y'all openly casting blame on black men, latinx, asian american, and arab american voters for leaving the Democratic party; for what some might say is "voting against their own/best interests"? What I'm seeing here on slap is that rather than being the fault of the party, the fucking capitalist class with a D on their name tags, who NEVER vote against their own IMMEDIATE interests, who have refused to run a popular candidate in 3 election cycles, the current administration is the fault of citizenry who may or may have not voted D because they felt disenfranchised and lied to.
@EdLawndale
We do such things because we're in it every single day, not because we're training for a big showdown. We do them because we are decent human beings who know that the support systems outside our control are designed to fail. We see these things not as "extracurricular," but as important aspects of our daily existence.[close]
i asked these two hispanic dudes (young 20s) from harlem that i worked with at an old job about the word "latinx". they said the only ppl that say that are white kids from the suburbs and white-washed hispanic kids.[close]
Cool story, bro.
...And?
What other life-changing pearls of wisdom did these world-weary twenty-something Harlemites impart upon you?[close]
didn't change my life in the least. i was never one to say "latinx" in the first place.
anyway, don't kook the messenger - just thought i'd share what your target audience thinks of your language. apologies for triggering you.
The term latinx is stupid. For whatever reason white Americans just love to group together a bunch of vastly different cultures of brown and black people under a tidy monolith. And also every Spanish speaking homie I hang with has qualms with the term. Even just surface level it’s not an actual word that can be said in Spanish and it shits on anyone who identifies as indigenous. And for sample size I live in Aurora, CO. Like 80% of all my interactions with people are with Spanish speaking people.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhile people are blaming theoretical protest non-voters, I haven't once heard anyone talk about the demographic shifts that occurred in this last election cycle. Here's a piece, it's NPR, but worth looking at
https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters (https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters).
I'm not a statistician but the argument being presented, that this administration is the fault of those who may have, in other times voted D, but chose to cast no vote this round, may be disqualified by the numbers showing the D's failure to both maintain and gain voters, much of those being what some call "minority voters."
Why aren't y'all openly casting blame on black men, latinx, asian american, and arab american voters for leaving the Democratic party; for what some might say is "voting against their own/best interests"? What I'm seeing here on slap is that rather than being the fault of the party, the fucking capitalist class with a D on their name tags, who NEVER vote against their own IMMEDIATE interests, who have refused to run a popular candidate in 3 election cycles, the current administration is the fault of citizenry who may or may have not voted D because they felt disenfranchised and lied to.
@EdLawndale
We do such things because we're in it every single day, not because we're training for a big showdown. We do them because we are decent human beings who know that the support systems outside our control are designed to fail. We see these things not as "extracurricular," but as important aspects of our daily existence.[close]
i asked these two hispanic dudes (young 20s) from harlem that i worked with at an old job about the word "latinx". they said the only ppl that say that are white kids from the suburbs and white-washed hispanic kids.[close]
Cool story, bro.
...And?
What other life-changing pearls of wisdom did these world-weary twenty-something Harlemites impart upon you?[close]
didn't change my life in the least. i was never one to say "latinx" in the first place.
anyway, don't kook the messenger - just thought i'd share what your target audience thinks of your language. apologies for triggering you.[close]
I hate to be the one to break it to you guys, but voting ain’t gonna do shit. The game is rigged and we already lost. It’s over
The term latinx is stupid. For whatever reason white Americans just love to group together a bunch of vastly different cultures of brown and black people under a tidy monolith. And also every Spanish speaking homie I hang with has qualms with the term. Even just surface level it’s not an actual word that can be said in Spanish and it shits on anyone who identifies as indigenous. And for sample size I live in Aurora, CO. Like 80% of all my interactions with people are with Spanish speaking people.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhile people are blaming theoretical protest non-voters, I haven't once heard anyone talk about the demographic shifts that occurred in this last election cycle. Here's a piece, it's NPR, but worth looking at
https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters (https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters).
I'm not a statistician but the argument being presented, that this administration is the fault of those who may have, in other times voted D, but chose to cast no vote this round, may be disqualified by the numbers showing the D's failure to both maintain and gain voters, much of those being what some call "minority voters."
Why aren't y'all openly casting blame on black men, latinx, asian american, and arab american voters for leaving the Democratic party; for what some might say is "voting against their own/best interests"? What I'm seeing here on slap is that rather than being the fault of the party, the fucking capitalist class with a D on their name tags, who NEVER vote against their own IMMEDIATE interests, who have refused to run a popular candidate in 3 election cycles, the current administration is the fault of citizenry who may or may have not voted D because they felt disenfranchised and lied to.
@EdLawndale
We do such things because we're in it every single day, not because we're training for a big showdown. We do them because we are decent human beings who know that the support systems outside our control are designed to fail. We see these things not as "extracurricular," but as important aspects of our daily existence.[close]
i asked these two hispanic dudes (young 20s) from harlem that i worked with at an old job about the word "latinx". they said the only ppl that say that are white kids from the suburbs and white-washed hispanic kids.[close]
Cool story, bro.
...And?
What other life-changing pearls of wisdom did these world-weary twenty-something Harlemites impart upon you?[close]
didn't change my life in the least. i was never one to say "latinx" in the first place.
anyway, don't kook the messenger - just thought i'd share what your target audience thinks of your language. apologies for triggering you.[close]
I hate to be the one to break it to you guys, but voting ain’t gonna do shit. The game is rigged and we already lost. It’s over
It's really naive to think Biden would've just called up Bibi and be like "you guys need to stop this malarky or else no more iron dome missiles for you". Like lol yeah right that's never happening. In what world do you think Biden would've ever done that? He's the most spineless and milquetoast man in history.Because Harris and Biden have been so good to the Palestinians during their term, especially these past 15 months. Biden could’ve ended the bloodshed in Gaza and the West Bank anytime he wanted to. Either through an arms embargo or putting tougher conditions on aid to Israel. Neither party gives a shit about Palestinians.Expand Quotehttps://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/israel-west-bank-offensive-deaths-palestinians-trump-sanctions-settlers/[close]
Taking it lying down like a bitch isn’t helping either, fuck the defeatist attitudes and apathy on display in here. Vote at the bare minimum, go out and talk to people and organize in real life, “touch grass” as one would put it.
Or just take it lying down like a fucking pussy, do you then.
Well if one of your family members gets deported or can't afford healthcare then that blood is on your hands.Expand QuoteI hate to be the one to break it to you guys, but voting ain’t gonna do shit. The game is rigged and we already lost. It’s over[close]
Yup. It’s all corrupt corporate greed. The conservatives target and brain wash the elderly and the democrats target the young and naive. Fuck all politicians
I think what's going to be key is not fight each other. sounds simple and obvious but keep your eye on the real enemy. Just look at how this thread is playing out.
I'm a social worker, I work for a Fed funded housing program ran by a non-profit. I can feel people's stress-levels rising... We are already fighting each other over DEI... Divide and Conquer... Be patient with each other, assume best intentions, lead with kindness and direct your hate and resistance in the right direction... Sounds easy but it really is a practice...
I realize that in hindsight, let's just say that I'm pissed off. The closest to having a class war or ppl realizing it was that Luigi guy.Expand QuoteWell if one of your family members gets deported or can't afford healthcare then that blood is on your hands.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI hate to be the one to break it to you guys, but voting ain’t gonna do shit. The game is rigged and we already lost. It’s over[close]
Yup. It’s all corrupt corporate greed. The conservatives target and brain wash the elderly and the democrats target the young and naive. Fuck all politicians[close]
You allowed it to happen, hope you're proud of yourself. dick for brains[close]
Really not helpful to discourse...
Well if one of your family members gets deported or can't afford healthcare then that blood is on your hands.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI hate to be the one to break it to you guys, but voting ain’t gonna do shit. The game is rigged and we already lost. It’s over[close]
Yup. It’s all corrupt corporate greed. The conservatives target and brain wash the elderly and the democrats target the young and naive. Fuck all politicians[close]
You allowed it to happen, hope you're proud of yourself. dick for brains
Expand QuoteI think what's going to be key is not fight each other. sounds simple and obvious but keep your eye on the real enemy. Just look at how this thread is playing out.
I'm a social worker, I work for a Fed funded housing program ran by a non-profit. I can feel people's stress-levels rising... We are already fighting each other over DEI... Divide and Conquer... Be patient with each other, assume best intentions, lead with kindness and direct your hate and resistance in the right direction... Sounds easy but it really is a practice...[close]
Damn, man. If I worked for a federally funded housing program I'd be updating my resume as we speak.
Hopefully you don't get shut down!
Taking it lying down like a bitch isn’t helping either, fuck the defeatist attitudes and apathy on display in here. Vote at the bare minimum, go out and talk to people and organize in real life, “touch grass” as one would put it.
Or just take it lying down like a fucking pussy, do you then.
Fair enough.at least you understand the need for class war, I lost my step mom to breast cancer a few years back when they approved her meds it was too late. I apologize for being so crass just this election has reinvigorated my hate politicsExpand QuoteWell if one of your family members gets deported or can't afford healthcare then that blood is on your hands.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI hate to be the one to break it to you guys, but voting ain’t gonna do shit. The game is rigged and we already lost. It’s over[close]
Yup. It’s all corrupt corporate greed. The conservatives target and brain wash the elderly and the democrats target the young and naive. Fuck all politicians[close]
You allowed it to happen, hope you're proud of yourself. dick for brains[close]
Actually my ex wife got deported when trump was first president and I lived in Tijuana with her for 2 years.
lol blood on my hands. Like voting for one corrupt asshole over another is gonna change anything. The only way to change this system is to bring more Luigi’s into the world and take them down
Expand QuoteThe term latinx is stupid. For whatever reason white Americans just love to group together a bunch of vastly different cultures of brown and black people under a tidy monolith. And also every Spanish speaking homie I hang with has qualms with the term. Even just surface level it’s not an actual word that can be said in Spanish and it shits on anyone who identifies as indigenous. And for sample size I live in Aurora, CO. Like 80% of all my interactions with people are with Spanish speaking people.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhile people are blaming theoretical protest non-voters, I haven't once heard anyone talk about the demographic shifts that occurred in this last election cycle. Here's a piece, it's NPR, but worth looking at
https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters (https://www.npr.org/2024/11/22/nx-s1-5199119/2024-election-exit-polls-demographics-black-latino-voters).
I'm not a statistician but the argument being presented, that this administration is the fault of those who may have, in other times voted D, but chose to cast no vote this round, may be disqualified by the numbers showing the D's failure to both maintain and gain voters, much of those being what some call "minority voters."
Why aren't y'all openly casting blame on black men, latinx, asian american, and arab american voters for leaving the Democratic party; for what some might say is "voting against their own/best interests"? What I'm seeing here on slap is that rather than being the fault of the party, the fucking capitalist class with a D on their name tags, who NEVER vote against their own IMMEDIATE interests, who have refused to run a popular candidate in 3 election cycles, the current administration is the fault of citizenry who may or may have not voted D because they felt disenfranchised and lied to.
@EdLawndale
We do such things because we're in it every single day, not because we're training for a big showdown. We do them because we are decent human beings who know that the support systems outside our control are designed to fail. We see these things not as "extracurricular," but as important aspects of our daily existence.[close]
i asked these two hispanic dudes (young 20s) from harlem that i worked with at an old job about the word "latinx". they said the only ppl that say that are white kids from the suburbs and white-washed hispanic kids.[close]
Cool story, bro.
...And?
What other life-changing pearls of wisdom did these world-weary twenty-something Harlemites impart upon you?[close]
didn't change my life in the least. i was never one to say "latinx" in the first place.
anyway, don't kook the messenger - just thought i'd share what your target audience thinks of your language. apologies for triggering you.[close][close]
*writes down on paper* Okay, "two hispanic dudes from Harlem"...check..."80% of Spanish speaking homies in Aurora, CO"...check.
It's a term that originated online, mainly purposed to advocate for the inclusion of non-binary individuals. Not surprising a lot of folks take issue with it. But it also gained traction after the 2016 Pulse shooting, so kind of a result of our nation trying to heal as a community. How could you hate that?
Do I use the term? Not really no. Do I take issue with it? Of course not. The same way I don't balk at gender-neutral language in general. Respect and understand how Hispanic traditionalists may take umbrage with it, but I'm not trying to allign myself with the "anti-woke" movement.
The world has some big problems going on, why focus on a term that is quite minor in the larger scheme of things (plus has roots in protest movements and is only intended to generate inclusivity)?
This is a new age (or rather a return to the old age) in America where there's going to be a lot of push-back against anything that's not inherently Straight White American Male. Get ready for it, because it's here. I haven't figured out yet if we're only going to go back to a time where ppl freely throw around homophobic slurs and assault women with little to no recourse, or if folks are going to get dragged behind pick-up trucks.
But seeing as though that is the way things are generally moving, I can assure you that, for any person who wants to be progressive and fight on the side of good, spending time and energy trying to discredit "Latinx" is not the jam.
It's really naive to think Biden would've just called up Bibi and be like "you guys need to stop this malarky or else no more iron dome missiles for you". Like lol yeah right that's never happening. In what world do you think Biden would've ever done that? He's the most spineless and milquetoast man in history.Expand QuoteBecause Harris and Biden have been so good to the Palestinians during their term, especially these past 15 months. Biden could’ve ended the bloodshed in Gaza and the West Bank anytime he wanted to. Either through an arms embargo or putting tougher conditions on aid to Israel. Neither party gives a shit about Palestinians.Expand Quotehttps://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/israel-west-bank-offensive-deaths-palestinians-trump-sanctions-settlers/[close][close]
I do agree that neither party gives a shit about Palestinians.
Fair enough.at least you understand the need for class war, I lost my step mom to breast cancer a few years back when they approved her meds it was too late. I apologize for being so crass just this election has reinvigorated my hate politicsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWell if one of your family members gets deported or can't afford healthcare then that blood is on your hands.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI hate to be the one to break it to you guys, but voting ain’t gonna do shit. The game is rigged and we already lost. It’s over[close]
Yup. It’s all corrupt corporate greed. The conservatives target and brain wash the elderly and the democrats target the young and naive. Fuck all politicians[close]
You allowed it to happen, hope you're proud of yourself. dick for brains[close]
Actually my ex wife got deported when trump was first president and I lived in Tijuana with her for 2 years.
lol blood on my hands. Like voting for one corrupt asshole over another is gonna change anything. The only way to change this system is to bring more Luigi’s into the world and take them down[close]
Damn, I didn't know Biden had a spine in 2021.Expand QuoteIt's really naive to think Biden would've just called up Bibi and be like "you guys need to stop this malarky or else no more iron dome missiles for you". Like lol yeah right that's never happening. In what world do you think Biden would've ever done that? He's the most spineless and milquetoast man in history.Expand QuoteBecause Harris and Biden have been so good to the Palestinians during their term, especially these past 15 months. Biden could’ve ended the bloodshed in Gaza and the West Bank anytime he wanted to. Either through an arms embargo or putting tougher conditions on aid to Israel. Neither party gives a shit about Palestinians.Expand Quotehttps://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/israel-west-bank-offensive-deaths-palestinians-trump-sanctions-settlers/[close][close]
I do agree that neither party gives a shit about Palestinians.[close]
It is not naivety. He has done it before. In May of 2021 when Sheikh Jarrah was happening.
“But guess who he couldn’t reject? Yes, the president of the United States. “We need to accomplish more,” pleaded Netanyahu when Biden called him on 19 May, according to the journalist Franklin Foer. The president’s response? “Hey, man, we are out of runway here. It’s over.”
Two days later, a ceasefire was announced. And, less than a month later, the Israeli prime minister had been ejected from office.”
You can read about it here and how it applies to the situation in Gaza over the last 15 months.
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/feb/21/biden-stop-gaza-bombing-genocide-israel
The US arms Israel. If we turn off the flow of arms, less people die. It’s a simple equation.
I’m sure the fact that it was an election year was a deterrent. Both parties need that AIPAC money.
Glad we agree that both parties are shit on this topic. ✌️
I think what's going to be key is not fight each other. sounds simple and obvious but keep your eye on the real enemy. Just look at how this thread is playing out.
I'm a social worker, I work for a Fed funded housing program ran by a non-profit. I can feel people's stress-levels rising... We are already fighting each other over DEI... Divide and Conquer... Be patient with each other, assume best intentions, lead with kindness and direct your hate and resistance in the right direction... Sounds easy but it really is a practice...
Expand QuoteI think what's going to be key is not fight each other. sounds simple and obvious but keep your eye on the real enemy. Just look at how this thread is playing out.
I'm a social worker, I work for a Fed funded housing program ran by a non-profit. I can feel people's stress-levels rising... We are already fighting each other over DEI... Divide and Conquer... Be patient with each other, assume best intentions, lead with kindness and direct your hate and resistance in the right direction... Sounds easy but it really is a practice...[close]
This is the core of it all. Finding common ground with all of your fellow citizens and realising you're all viewed as expendable fuel to feed the greed machine.
Taking it lying down like a bitch isn’t helping either, fuck the defeatist attitudes and apathy on display in here. Vote at the bare minimum, go out and talk to people and organize in real life, “touch grass” as one would put it.
Or just take it lying down like a fucking pussy, do you then.
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-fires-least-12-independent-inspectors-general-washington-post-reports-2025-01-25/
https://www.axios.com/2025/01/25/trump-israel-bomb-shipment-hold-gaza
So, we are now in a trade war with Columbia. If coffee is a million dollars tomorrow, there’s going to be problems.
Yeesh, I didn't want to go in to any farther. Ughhhh they're all scum.Expand QuoteThis is in no way advocating for far right losers as it is for knowing your enemies.
(https://i.ibb.co/ZVmP3yX/the-pyramid-of-far-right-radicalization-v0-anjgey0qp4da1-2283383024.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ZVmP3yX)[close]
cool graphic but it's outdated/incorrect, especially in that 2nd tier. PB, III and anything remotely close are violent motherfuckers.
For sure, the idea of hate groups are feeling emboldened from these dickheads Trumpf or Musk is sickening. I just didn't want anything popping up on my phone from far right groupsExpand QuoteYeesh, I didn't want to go in to any farther. Ughhhh they're all scum.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThis is in no way advocating for far right losers as it is for knowing your enemies.
(https://i.ibb.co/ZVmP3yX/the-pyramid-of-far-right-radicalization-v0-anjgey0qp4da1-2283383024.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ZVmP3yX)[close]
cool graphic but it's outdated/incorrect, especially in that 2nd tier. PB, III and anything remotely close are violent motherfuckers.[close][close]
I mention it because it's about accountability. Last go round we heard all sorts of noise about these guys being somethign other than a violent street gang or militia group. There was a good amount of media coverage about PB not being a white supremacist group due to guys like Tario being in there.
I'm not implying that you are, Franksnose, but making excuses or toning it down regarding these groups is worse than dickheads excusing Musk and his Nazi salute in DC. Bet that one feels like cheese curds coming out of the dick in light of his speech with the German AFD fascists a few days ago.
There's going to be a recession under Trump. Then, his rich elite friends are going to buy up shit for ridiculous sale prices.
Hitler 2.0; before WW2 Germany I'm sure you saw cartoon wheelbarrow full of pennies for a loaf of bread and then the kaiser was usurped then Hitler brown shirts were to gain power, history is repeating itself and it's frightening. We all knew he was compromised by the kremlin in the mid to late 70's he's now being backed by what was our enemies. I know I know you'll can kook me all to death whatever but the reality is quite evident just wait.Expand QuoteThere's going to be a recession under Trump. Then, his rich elite friends are going to buy up shit for ridiculous sale prices.[close]
He's trying to make it happen sooner than later.
The crack pot theories that Trump wants to crash the economy in order to starve people and make them rebel so he can enact the Insurrection Act, declare Martial Law, and use the military against the people and his enemies in order to stay in power keep seeming less and less like a crack pot theory.
Especially that a lot of his actions in the first week have had a lot of connection to Project 2025. Something he vehemently said he had no idea as to what it was.
Guess on the bright side is immigrats aren't eating cats anymore.
I spent the whole campaign doomscrolling and getting scolded by my s/o that I was worrying for nothing. Now he’s in, I logged off for my own sanity, and she’s dooming over all the headlines and throwing crazy scenarios at me. Can’t make this shit up.
I think all fed workers are about to be mass fired and I think something even bigger is going down after the Super Bowl.
Pack your bug out bag, put gas in your car, have cash on hand
I think all fed workers are about to be mass fired and I think something even bigger is going down after the Super Bowl.
Pack your bug out bag, put gas in your car, have cash on hand
There's going to be a recession under Trump. Then, his rich elite friends are going to buy up shit for ridiculous sale prices.
Expand QuoteI think all fed workers are about to be mass fired and I think something even bigger is going down after the Super Bowl.
Pack your bug out bag, put gas in your car, have cash on hand[close]
Drop a tip to a news organization
Expand QuoteThere's going to be a recession under Trump. Then, his rich elite friends are going to buy up shit for ridiculous sale prices.[close]
Why stop at a recession? If he gets what he wants and is actually somehow able have every illegal immigrant in the country deported, he will send this country in a tail spin into a full blown depression. I honestly don't know if him and his cronies either haven't thought of or don't care about the implications of what that plan would mean.
Expand QuoteThere's going to be a recession under Trump. Then, his rich elite friends are going to buy up shit for ridiculous sale prices.[close]
He's trying to make it happen sooner than later.
The crack pot theories that Trump wants to crash the economy in order to starve people and make them rebel so he can enact the Insurrection Act, declare Martial Law, and use the military against the people and his enemies in order to stay in power keep seeming less and less like a crack pot theory.
Especially that a lot of his actions in the first week have had a lot of connection to Project 2025. Something he vehemently said he had no idea as to what it was.
Guess on the bright side is immigrats aren't eating cats anymore.
Man, what the hell is going on over there? The system has always been "vote for the lesser evil" therefore you're always going in the direction of evil. Trump's second term seems like a huge leap forward in that direction though - even more so than the first but I guess that set the groundwork.
I haven't lived there for almost a decade now and it's wild seeing what people are posting: warnings about ICE raids, federal funding freezes, inhumane deportations, etc... And to also see people defending it? Saying shit like, "if I trespass on someone's lawn, that's what I'd expect". Damn, so many brainwashed assholes.
I always thought one of the craziest things about this was that anyone with enough money could run for president, get elected, take office, and do these things? Where they just being "cordial" with each other before?
These next four years are gonna be rough. If the politicians don't get it together after this term and find a new Bernie - guessing he'll be too old or just wouldn't want to run anyway - we'll probably get someone even worse than Trump. I don't even know what "getting it together" means for politicians now. It seems like they don't really care as long as they can keep doing their insider trading and taking and super pac money (bribes, basically).
Expand QuoteThere's going to be a recession under Trump. Then, his rich elite friends are going to buy up shit for ridiculous sale prices.[close]
He's trying to make it happen sooner than later.
The crack pot theories that Trump wants to crash the economy in order to starve people and make them rebel so he can enact the Insurrection Act, declare Martial Law, and use the military against the people and his enemies in order to stay in power keep seeming less and less like a crack pot theory.
Especially that a lot of his actions in the first week have had a lot of connection to Project 2025. Something he vehemently said he had no idea as to what it was.
Guess on the bright side is immigrats aren't eating cats anymore.
No illegal immigrants contributing to the economy means they are not contributing at all tax-wise. You can expect the food, hospitality, farming, and construction industries to grind to a complete halt. Surely that will help the economy.
I'm cleaning out/refreshing my water stores to have enough for at least 2 months. Hopefully, the guardrails in place will keep things going. There is no way in hell I am starting a 401k right now. That is for damn sure.
EO expanding gtmo (usa's favorite blacksite) to "full capacity" for detaining migrants.
https://www.politico.com/news/2025/01/29/trump-sign-order-prepare-guantanamo-bay-undocumented-immigrants-00201325
At this point I'm pretty convinced that authoritarianism is the answer for Fermi's paradox.
Expand QuoteNo illegal immigrants contributing to the economy means they are not contributing at all tax-wise. You can expect the food, hospitality, farming, and construction industries to grind to a complete halt. Surely that will help the economy.
I'm cleaning out/refreshing my water stores to have enough for at least 2 months. Hopefully, the guardrails in place will keep things going. There is no way in hell I am starting a 401k right now. That is for damn sure.[close]
this is factually incorrect. undocumented work results in payroll taxes being contributed by the employer. undocumented workers cannot get the refund other workers get, so the government keeps more, and undocumented workers can’t access the benefits the taxes pay for, so the government keeps even more.
https://calbudgetcenter.org/news/new-study-undocumented-immigrants-contribute-8-5-billion-in-california-taxes-a-year/
Not even 12 hours after the DC airlines crash and GOP and Trump are already blaming Obama and DEI.
Yeesh. I wish a reporter would've been like, "Is DEI in the room with us right now?"
Expand QuoteNot even 12 hours after the DC airlines crash and GOP and Trump are already blaming Obama and DEI.
Yeesh. I wish a reporter would've been like, "Is DEI in the room with us right now?"[close]
Man the anti-DEI movement seems to really be code for, "Non-whites, non-asians, and LGBTQ are the cause of all problems. We believe they are inferior. We need to force them back down to the bottom of the socio-economic hierarchy and get white men back in those jobs."
Expand QuoteEO expanding gtmo (usa's favorite blacksite) to "full capacity" for detaining migrants.
https://www.politico.com/news/2025/01/29/trump-sign-order-prepare-guantanamo-bay-undocumented-immigrants-00201325
At this point I'm pretty convinced that authoritarianism is the answer for Fermi's paradox.[close]
Executive order 9066 is back!
/s
Let's think about the positives. tRump signed an EO for the declassification of the JFK, MLK, and RFK files. Surely, he will declassify the Epstein files, right?
lol
Expand QuoteLet's think about the positives. tRump signed an EO for the declassification of the JFK, MLK, and RFK files. Surely, he will declassify the Epstein files, right?
lol[close]
This may sound absurd but I honestly think all these rich scumbags know this country is headed into the shitter and they’re milking all the money for themselves and he’s trying to incite riots. I refuse to believe he did that not knowing it’ll stir the pot some more. I think they want us all to rebel against them so they can further destroy us and reap all the money.
Just remember, people elected this dumbass
Plane crash in DC that just happens to collide with an army chopper… I bet there was someone on that flight that knew too much about something damaging to the current administration.
Holy hell, dude really is asking all federal workers to resign. This is getting dark in an extremely quick fashion.
It was 8 months, but the whole thing looks super fishy.
The email also includes lots of veiled threats to your job if you stay. I think their next move is to go after the Fed union, then mass firing. Not sure what they’ll do to try to justify that as Fed jobs are protected after your probationary period, but we’ll see
They’re also having facillty cops go to the various departments looking for “DEI materials” and are encouraging employees to snitch on each other. Seems like employees are banding together, so should be interesting to see what happens
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNo illegal immigrants contributing to the economy means they are not contributing at all tax-wise. You can expect the food, hospitality, farming, and construction industries to grind to a complete halt. Surely that will help the economy.
I'm cleaning out/refreshing my water stores to have enough for at least 2 months. Hopefully, the guardrails in place will keep things going. There is no way in hell I am starting a 401k right now. That is for damn sure.[close]
this is factually incorrect. undocumented work results in payroll taxes being contributed by the employer. undocumented workers cannot get the refund other workers get, so the government keeps more, and undocumented workers can’t access the benefits the taxes pay for, so the government keeps even more.
https://calbudgetcenter.org/news/new-study-undocumented-immigrants-contribute-8-5-billion-in-california-taxes-a-year/[close]
I believe you are reading this as if there is a comma after "No", when I think it's meant as:
{no contributions from illegal immigrants to the economy} will result in {no more tax money from them to support food, hospitality, etc.}
Expand QuoteIt was 8 months, but the whole thing looks super fishy.
The email also includes lots of veiled threats to your job if you stay. I think their next move is to go after the Fed union, then mass firing. Not sure what they’ll do to try to justify that as Fed jobs are protected after your probationary period, but we’ll see
They’re also having facillty cops go to the various departments looking for “DEI materials” and are encouraging employees to snitch on each other. Seems like employees are banding together, so should be interesting to see what happens[close]
Also, heard the language used in the email was similar to near identical to the email sent out to Twitter employees after the buyout.
Anyone taking medical advice from RFK needs lobotomized.
Anyone taking medical advice from RFK needs Jesus.
Anyone taking medical advice from RFK needs Jesus.
I’ve been lurking through this thread here and there. Is there anybody in this whole thread that’s pro trump?
I’m definitely not but I’m a little surprised it seems there is no one here riding trumps dick.
Why didn’t the dems run ads where it looks like a trump ad but all the policies were from hitler that they reveal at the end. Or vice versa, some black and white ad about the nazis but it’s all stuff trump is doing. Good way to possibly illustrate it to people who don’t care
another fucking crash wtf?!
Let's see what disrespect Trump will put on the victims and how he's going to blame everyone else....
Expand Quoteanother fucking crash wtf?!
Let's see what disrespect Trump will put on the victims and how he's going to blame everyone else....[close]
Plane crash was a medical flight for a little girl who had just completed treatment at a children’s hospital in Philly. You guys trying to pin this or put some type of political spin on it are fucked. A little girl and countless other innocent people just lost their lives. Stop letting Trump live rent free in your fucking heads.
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Expand QuoteAnyone taking medical advice from RFK needs Jesus.[close]
Jesus was too woke. Empathy is a sign of weakness
Funny that the UAW was for Biden and his fight for unions and all the moron MAGATs who were in the UAW were for Trump. Now they’re going to have to live knowing they voted for a KNOWN union buster.They’re not going to blame Trump for union busting. Somehow it’ll be Obama’s fault.
They’re not going to blame Trump for union busting. Somehow it’ll be Obama’s fault.Expand QuoteFunny that the UAW was for Biden and his fight for unions and all the moron MAGATs who were in the UAW were for Trump. Now they’re going to have to live knowing they voted for a KNOWN union buster.[close]
Expand QuoteThey’re not going to blame Trump for union busting. Somehow it’ll be Obama’s fault.Expand QuoteFunny that the UAW was for Biden and his fight for unions and all the moron MAGATs who were in the UAW were for Trump. Now they’re going to have to live knowing they voted for a KNOWN union buster.[close][close]
They’ve been voting against their own interests and blaming democrats/socialism for the outcome for 50 years. Ain’t shit gonna change and in fact it’s only gonna continue getting worse in our post truth society
Expand Quoteanother fucking crash wtf?!
Let's see what disrespect Trump will put on the victims and how he's going to blame everyone else....[close]
Plane crash was a medical flight for a little girl who had just completed treatment at a children’s hospital in Philly. You guys trying to pin this or put some type of political spin on it are fucked. A little girl and countless other innocent people just lost their lives. Stop letting Trump live rent free in your fucking heads.
i believe trump says therell be inflation in the immediate future but whats the science on how tarrifs are for the greater good in the long run? explain it like im, say, a video game addicted 14 year old
Expand Quotei believe trump says therell be inflation in the immediate future but whats the science on how tarrifs are for the greater good in the long run? explain it like im, say, a video game addicted 14 year old[close]
Most economists urged against tariffs from the standpoint of them being a net negative. I’d tend to agree with skilled economists over the failed businessman turned weird politician that panders to the generally uneducated.
I believe Trump’s process here was to revert back to a pre-1913 era when income taxes didn’t exist and tariff taxes funded what income tax did. Not only is that absurd to assume that spending would equate to something like tax on all income, but the tariffs are set to begin on the 4th, yet as far as I know, there’s zero plan to prevent paying tax on my income, so it’s imbalanced in the short term and a “putting the cart before the horse” plan. This will likely result in higher prices with less disposable income, and it may negatively affect the job market as a whole.
Additionally, I think he claims that these tariffs will shift production back into the hands of Americans, but the reality there is that warehouses don’t get built overnight and they surely don’t get staffed overnight. Also, Americans aren’t really known for their proclivity towards cheap and fast labor, and with his conjunctive scorched earth policy on immigration, it may just end up with a bunch of empty warehouses and no employees to do the jobs—there’s a reason why Nike doesn’t stock Oregon with a bunch of warehouses and make all of their shoes in their own backyard.
Also, everything I just said only looks at the United States since that’s where these taxes will be paid. Likely, what these tariffs will additionally do is deconstruct a historical trade relationship that America has had with Canada—I haven’t looked into the trade agreements we’ve had with Mexico and China but I don’t think we were on great terms with China, maybe someone else knows better. I expect that Canadian purchasers will actively avoid American made products when they can, if for nothing else than principle, rightfully so. This means that as a country, we’ll probably sell fewer of the goods that we’re known to sell to Canada, further damming our economy. Trudeau has already urged Canadians to be strategic with their dollar and to avoid what’s clearly labeled as American-made, citing things like Florida orange juice and Kentucky bourbon, amongst others. It’ll also probably make the rest of the world view us as entitled little crybabies, again, rightfully so.
The obvious is that exports from Canada, Mexico, and China will now cost us more money, so I think both long and short term, you can expect to pay more for things like Modelo, lumber, steel, various fruits and vegetables, etc. There’s a chance that the companies themselves may shoulder this added cost in the beginning to prevent a loss of sales, but that only lasts for so long and I think as a whole, everyone has a pretty sour taste in their mouth about America and this choice, so I won’t be shocked if that sympathy doesn’t exist for American consumers or the company’s own sales.
In a study across 151 countries from the years 1963-2014, it was found “that tariff increases are associated with an economically and statistically sizeable and persistent decline in output growth. Thus, fears that the ongoing trade war may be costly for the world economy in terms of foregone output growth are justified.” (Here it is: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7255316/#:~:text=The%20findings%20suggest%20that%20tariffs,following%20an%20increase%20in%20protectionism.)
Another possibility that’s based on nothing other than me assuming the worst with the ultra-wealthy is that when the economy does take a shit, those with wealth can buy things up for pennies on the dollar. Think real estate companies buying property during the 2008 housing crash.
Ideally, we don’t need to consider the effects we may or may not have after four years, based on the hope that we don’t replace Trump with someone who’s as big of a megalomaniac or as immune to taking everything into consideration before a decision like he is.
"In the yeeeear 25-25"
Expand QuoteExpand Quoteanother fucking crash wtf?!
Let's see what disrespect Trump will put on the victims and how he's going to blame everyone else....[close]
Plane crash was a medical flight for a little girl who had just completed treatment at a children’s hospital in Philly. You guys trying to pin this or put some type of political spin on it are fucked. A little girl and countless other innocent people just lost their lives. Stop letting Trump live rent free in your fucking heads.[close]
maybe keep up with the news, moron.
I’ve been lurking through this thread here and there. Is there anybody in this whole thread that’s pro trump?
I’m definitely not but I’m a little surprised it seems there is no one here riding trumps dick.
You are a such a tool. I think you need to stop watching the news, it's poising your head.
Also,
Expand QuoteI’ve been lurking through this thread here and there. Is there anybody in this whole thread that’s pro trump?
I’m definitely not but I’m a little surprised it seems there is no one here riding trumps dick.[close]
Yeah, this guyExpand Quote
You are a such a tool. I think you need to stop watching the news, it's poising your head.
Also,[close]
I forgot you exist.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI’ve been lurking through this thread here and there. Is there anybody in this whole thread that’s pro trump?
I’m definitely not but I’m a little surprised it seems there is no one here riding trumps dick.[close]
Yeah, this guyExpand Quote
You are a such a tool. I think you need to stop watching the news, it's poising your head.
Also,[close]
I forgot you exist.[close]
What makes this even more gratifying, is that you're dead wrong. i'm not a supporter in any way. i just think you're a kook and you need to be reminded of that on a skateboard forum
Just sitting here hoping I don't lose my job that I thoroughly enjoy especially because it helps regular people (federal aid grant peer review is what I do).
Some of the networks we need were taken down without warning and so now we're sort of just waiting in limbo.
Shit sucks.
Expand QuoteJust sitting here hoping I don't lose my job that I thoroughly enjoy especially because it helps regular people (federal aid grant peer review is what I do).
Some of the networks we need were taken down without warning and so now we're sort of just waiting in limbo.
Shit sucks.[close]
In a similar boat. “Resign” emails are increasing daily and getting more threatening. Management has their heads up their asses as usual. Half expecting to see our parking garage blocked by cops when I get to work every morning. Friday should be interesting.
Fun times
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteJust sitting here hoping I don't lose my job that I thoroughly enjoy especially because it helps regular people (federal aid grant peer review is what I do).
Some of the networks we need were taken down without warning and so now we're sort of just waiting in limbo.
Shit sucks.[close]
In a similar boat. “Resign” emails are increasing daily and getting more threatening. Management has their heads up their asses as usual. Half expecting to see our parking garage blocked by cops when I get to work every morning. Friday should be interesting.
Fun times[close]
I'm sorry you both have to deal with this shit. Government jobs often pay so little compared to private jobs, the trade is supposed to be a sense of accomplishment/of helping society and a bit of job security.
It sucks that Peter Thiels child demon's are out there trying to cut people's jobs.
I'm kinda confused as to why we in Europe always hear about Americans needing weapons to defend the republic. Yet I don't see any militia reacting to the fact that a crazy billionaire is dismantling your state and gaining access he shouldn't have. Are those guns just for show? Then you might as well ban them, because they are pretty dangerous toys.
I'm kinda confused as to why we in Europe always hear about Americans needing weapons to defend the republic. Yet I don't see any militia reacting to the fact that a crazy billionaire is dismantling your state and gaining access he shouldn't have. Are those guns just for show? Then you might as well ban them, because they are pretty dangerous toys.
A nation of morons in the making
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-advisers-weigh-plan-dismantle-department-education-wsj-reports-2025-02-03/
As a parent, I don’t see the removal of the department of education as a big deal. If anything I see it as a bonus of less indoctrination on my kid.
There will still be schools (funded by the state tax payer dollars). And from my understanding if the doe is removed (please correct me if I’m wrong) there will still be federal funding in the form of vouchers. So on a state by state basis, you can choose based on your needs whether it be public or private.
From a highly involved parents perspective, this a win-win. If I like my public school I can go that route. If it’s performing poorly, the voucher can go towards private or special needs based.
I can’t believe that I’m alone in my experience that the public education system sucks and it seems like the more we spend doesn’t seem to help. And on another personal note, I volunteered at my kids public school (the best we could find in our area) from kindergarten through 3rd grade (until Covid effed things up) and one of the secretaries told me “it’s so great that you do this (volunteer). Everyone raves about the school but we have the same state requirements everyone else does… it’s parents like you that make a difference.”
Now I’m not trying to sound holier than thou, but it’s the truth. If our society wants smart respectable kids it comes down to the parents. Relying on the federal government will get us to….. well where we are.
From my understanding, private schools and charters and religious schools and vouchers are just white flight and redlining and racism and disability-discriminating under the guise of education. Taxpayer funded, without accountability to taxpayers as to what is being learned.
America may not see quality results for what we are paying per pupil but the cost is not to blame so much as the “let’s deregulate everything republicans” and their intent to punish the poor.
Private schools are about test scores & college placements. They are not about ensuring ALL students have equal access to a proper education. They are inherently discriminatory.
You think it’s a coincidence that the party banning and burning books in the present day is also the one looking to eliminate the Department of Education before the body of the president who signed it into existence is even that cold??
Arizona has the biggest voucher program in the USA and the results are interesting. Charter schools dominate the list of best schools in the state, but they primarily seem to help those who were already doing fine.
The vouchers seem to be primarily subsidizing (wealthy) people who were already sending their kids to private schools. A 7K voucher towards a private school that costs 14K, leaves a 7K gap a lot of families can't fill. And, when vouchers are available, the schools often raise their prices.
Private schools don't have to bus students around. It is a lot easier to get to school when the local high school offers to pick you up than it is when you need to get their yourself.
This all adds up to the higher the income the more likely a family is to use a voucher.
https://www.propublica.org/article/arizona-school-vouchers-esa-private-schools#:~:text=A%20typical%20voucher%20from%20Arizona's,tuition%20and%20fees%2C%20ProPublica%20found.
The vouchers are a strain on the state's budget. In AZ, self-sufficient neighborhoods pay for school via local property taxes, the state only steps in areas that aren't self-sufficient. This means places like Scottsdale (a wealthy suburb) would get no help from the state, but when a wealthy parent takes their kid out of the school and uses a voucher, the state now has to foot the bill.
https://www.propublica.org/article/arizona-school-vouchers-budget-meltdown
Not to mention, we as a society lose insight into whats going on in the schools. Private schools don't need make their performance metrics public.
Vouchers can be used an unaccredited schools. There is the issue of tax payer money going to religious institutions. This feels like a backdoor into further pushing religion via public money. And, the issue of grift and lack of accountability is scary.
American public schools have improvements that need to be made, and they can't undo all the problems someone faces at home. But, they can probably do better than a "school" in a shopping mall that no one is checking in on, doesn't provide transportation, doesn't provide lunches to poor kids, and doesn't have certified teachers.
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Betsy DeVos is on Slap?
Expand QuoteA nation of morons in the making
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-advisers-weigh-plan-dismantle-department-education-wsj-reports-2025-02-03/[close]
This is a huge issue for me as well as tens of millions of Americans. I am waiting for the shoe to drop, but you can expect a huge public demonstration of educators and special educators if they mess with the DOE. HUGE demonstration. The war on public educators and special educators has been ridiculous and we will not tolerate it. Good fucking luck selling the public on why removing services for students with significant disabilities is an appropriate course of action unless he goes the eugenics route. To be honest, I wouldn't be surprised if he did at this point. If he chooses that route and people support him, I will lose my shit.
A nation of morons in the making
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-advisers-weigh-plan-dismantle-department-education-wsj-reports-2025-02-03/
As a parent, I don’t see the removal of the department of education as a big deal. If anything I see it as a bonus of less indoctrination on my kid...
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI’ve been lurking through this thread here and there. Is there anybody in this whole thread that’s pro trump?
I’m definitely not but I’m a little surprised it seems there is no one here riding trumps dick.[close]
Yeah, this guyExpand Quote
You are a such a tool. I think you need to stop watching the news, it's poising your head.
Also,[close]
I forgot you exist.[close]
What makes this even more gratifying, is that you're dead wrong. i'm not a supporter in any way. i just think you're a kook and you need to be reminded of that on a skateboard forum[close]
whatever you say, Mr. Trump supporter.
I'm also hesitant to think that no state would not offer special needs assistance... am I naive in this assessment?
I'll be god-damned if the American public school system is going to indoctrinate my kids about subjects that have no place being discussed in the classroom, like U.S. slavery, Japanese-American internment camps and Native American genocide.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI’ve been lurking through this thread here and there. Is there anybody in this whole thread that’s pro trump?
I’m definitely not but I’m a little surprised it seems there is no one here riding trumps dick.[close]
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You are a such a tool. I think you need to stop watching the news, it's poising your head.
Also,[close]
I forgot you exist.[close]
What makes this even more gratifying, is that you're dead wrong. i'm not a supporter in any way. i just think you're a kook and you need to be reminded of that on a skateboard forum[close]
whatever you say, Mr. Trump supporter.[close]
I keep a list of quotes in my phone, and you fit this one perfectly:
"A man who thinks he's enlightened, is merely a shadow"
As a skateboarder, who comes here to read about skateboarding, it's sad to see the majority of your posts are about politics. And you don't hold back on which way, and anyone who opposes you are called names and treated as lesser. Do better shadow boy
sad
headline: Trump proposes permanent displacement of Gazans with Netanyahu at White House
https://www.reuters.com/world/trump-netanyahu-set-pivotal-talks-middle-east-agenda-2025-02-04/
Whooooa there... easy big fella. I mean indoctrinated into low standards, each kid just another $15k brick in the wall just to meet the lowest expectations.
With all the federal red tape it seems like the doe has been a failed project. I would like to see teachers have more freedom (obviously with discretion from the local PTA).
There's been quite a few times at parent teacher conferences where teachers are consistently saying things like "we're only doing this to satisfy regulations" (especially in regards to common core math). Aiming everyone to be just at the bare minimum. I mean the report cards in elementary didn't even allow the teachers to grade at "above average" when a student was absolutely crushing it in a subject. They grade like this so that the next semester of reporting they can up it a notch in order to show "improvement over time' to pad the districts reporting metrics. Why not acknowledge these things when they happen and move the kids killing it to the next threshold. It seems like no child left behind has had the consequences of everyone trailing behind. These are the types of things I don't like and prevent me from having the doom and gloom perspective that some may have. And I can't relate to Mr. Lawndale's post in the slightest (although it did give me a chuckle).
Do you know what the word "indoctrinate" means?
You should take more care in using terms like that when discussing the public school system, because while you are clearly aligning yourself with its detractors, your misuse of that word makes it seem for very different reasons.
Expand QuoteAs a parent, I don’t see the removal of the department of education as a big deal. If anything I see it as a bonus of less indoctrination on my kid...[close]
You seem well-intentioned. Can you describe the indoctrination you're talking about? Do you have examples of your kids being indoctrinated?
Also, do you see any irony in using DOE data in the ability to make your arguments?
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headline: Trump proposes permanent displacement of Gazans with Netanyahu at White House
https://www.reuters.com/world/trump-netanyahu-set-pivotal-talks-middle-east-agenda-2025-02-04/[close]
Thanks for sharing this. ✌️
I think this might have been posted already
Trump floats idea to have American soldiers displace Palestinians to redevelop it into the Jersey Shore. Trump supporters who made fear-mongering emotional claims about Egypt, Jordan, and Palestinians refuse acknowledge that they were wrong about why Egypt and Jordan weren't accepting all the refugees at the height of Israel's war.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/01/world/middleeast/arab-nations-reject-trump-evacuate-gaza.html
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Well, its about 90% certain I have to shut down a federally funded Transitional Living Program for homeless youth largely due to panic and uncertainty in the Federal government. I really thought the City, County and State would come through for us but no one wants to give up more money in this climate. Our federal funding ends in Sept but I think we are going to try to plan a meaningful closure way before then.
In theory the Feds would normally release a RFP in March and then we'd submit a grant in April but we know it's not going to happen. This program has been running since 1986 and housed thousands of young people... I took it over in 2016... Anyway, sorry for the ramble... a lot to process...
Thanks Shawn. We will do our damndest to make sure the current residents and staff land on their feet before we actually close.
Children need to have respect & discipline in their life in order to successfully learn, this happens at home and at school. Some (most?) parents don't really care or think about this aspect and leave it in the hands of the government (not ideal). Growing up in the 80's and 90's I got the impression that most of my skate friends had parents like this... and they didn't turn out too well... some went to prison and some are dead (i'm sure everyone has similar unfortunate experiences).
No. He’s avoiding this completely and posting anything but. He did post the definition though, just not what they are being ‘indoctrinated’ with. Btw, my son grew up in Yubatuckey (Yuba City) and even in that shithole of inbred dipshits there was a STEM program as well as other after school programs for gifted kids. Hell, my kid was taking high school classes in jr high and college classes in high school(these were through the public school programs), so maybe you need to get more involved in actual finding a good school, pulling your child out of public options and sending them to a charter or private or help them with their studies on your time or hire a tutor. If it’s possible for these to exist in public schools in a very uneducated close minded town, there’s options maybe you haven’t looked hard enough for.
Still looking forward to hearing what your child is being indoctrinated with at school though.
Expand QuoteI'll be god-damned if the American public school system is going to indoctrinate my kids about subjects that have no place being discussed in the classroom, like U.S. slavery, Japanese-American internment camps and Native American genocide.[close]
Whooooa there... easy big fella. I mean indoctrinated into low standards, each kid just another $15k brick in the wall just to meet the lowest expectations.
With all the federal red tape it seems like the doe has been a failed project. I would like to see teachers have more freedom (obviously with discretion from the local PTA).
There's been quite a few times at parent teacher conferences where teachers are consistently saying things like "we're only doing this to satisfy regulations" (especially in regards to common core math). Aiming everyone to be just at the bare minimum. I mean the report cards in elementary didn't even allow the teachers to grade at "above average" when a student was absolutely crushing it in a subject. They grade like this so that the next semester of reporting they can up it a notch in order to show "improvement over time' to pad the districts reporting metrics. Why not acknowledge these things when they happen and move the kids killing it to the next threshold. It seems like no child left behind has had the consequences of everyone trailing behind. These are the types of things I don't like and prevent me from having the doom and gloom perspective that some may have. And I can't relate to Mr. Lawndale's post in the slightest (although it did give me a chuckle).
Maybe you mean "inducted"? Either way, please stop.Don’t worry bud, I wouldn’t think so hard about it. I know this place is sensitive and saw myself out of the thread yesterday but didn’t want to be rude and leave plan9 hanging. No need to walk me out, I know where the door is.
Good words re: Texas’s looming school vouchers
http://www.instagram.com/reel/DFtqfbhva7D/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== (http://www.instagram.com/reel/DFtqfbhva7D/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==)
Don’t let the door hit your bussyits actually an elite technique when i'm alone and wanna get hungry on it
It's almost as if we were all warned about Project 2025 and the underlining intent behind it to make America a Christian nation....
but no, lowering the cost of eggs and gas are more important.
The moral panic created by the Republican Party is just flat out wild. Ask someone what the direct problem is; there is NO PROBLEM. They were told it’s a problem by the uneducated, paranoid, ignorant stakeholders who unfortunately have influence & power. I’ve been reading a lot about this as it’s part of my education & discipline & while I’m happy to know that I’m not insane as I feel gaslit by these clowns, it’s just astonishing to see it happening textbook style in front of me.
Well, its about 90% certain I have to shut down a federally funded Transitional Living Program for homeless youth largely due to panic and uncertainty in the Federal government. I really thought the City, County and State would come through for us but no one wants to give up more money in this climate. Our federal funding ends in Sept but I think we are going to try to plan a meaningful closure way before then.
In theory the Feds would normally release a RFP in March and then we'd submit a grant in April but we know it's not going to happen. This program has been running since 1986 and housed thousands of young people... I took it over in 2016... Anyway, sorry for the ramble... a lot to process...
This is a silly thought that I had, or maybe not? Are we going roll back DEI so far that we force the MLB to un-retire the number 42?
For anyone peddling this “both sides are bad” nonsense:
one side is trying to break the constitution and one side isn’t. Get with the program or shut the fuck up.
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one side is trying to break the constitution and one side isn’t. Get with the program or shut the fuck up.[close]
agreed
For anyone peddling this “both sides are bad” nonsense:
one side is trying to break the constitution and one side isn’t. Get with the program or shut the fuck up.
Expand QuoteFor anyone peddling this “both sides are bad” nonsense:
one side is trying to break the constitution and one side isn’t. Get with the program or shut the fuck up.[close]
(R) - "you just can't handle it when democracy doesn't work for you"
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteFor anyone peddling this “both sides are bad” nonsense:
one side is trying to break the constitution and one side isn’t. Get with the program or shut the fuck up.[close]
(R) - "you just can't handle it when democracy doesn't work for you"[close]
I think both sides have taken part in that. You can argue one side is better than the other but I think the apple is mostly rotten at this point.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteFor anyone peddling this “both sides are bad” nonsense:
one side is trying to break the constitution and one side isn’t. Get with the program or shut the fuck up.[close]
(R) - "you just can't handle it when democracy doesn't work for you"[close]
I think both sides have taken part in that. You can argue one side is better than the other but I think the apple is mostly rotten at this point.[close]
I don't disagree.
What we're seeing is one ideology taking that and running with it; "the Constitution doesn't work" - in essence, pushing (USA's democracy) to it's limits.
The Constitution has become a document to be challenged, rather than adhered to
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Also asking $500B in rare Earth in exhange for help is why he got impeached the first time — Quid Pro Quo!
He’s burning bridges with every fucking ally country we have.
All we have is the court system to protect America until the mid-terms. The Supreme Court will fuck us, but how blatantly will they sell out America? The Dems better be thinking really hard about the mid-terms and they better not say, "America is already great" at any point during the next election. We need a congress that is going to stand up to this idiot.We absolutely need to relinquish this antiquated 2 party system.
@Jehoshaphat Augustus
We need NGOs and think tanks to start being more aggressive, but I feel we are an inherently weak position. Businesses have money to drive anti-democratic action and religious fervor is nearly impossible to compete with.
That being said, Dems have been in far worse electoral positions. Although, it is really sad to lose to someone as worthless, shifty, and openly corrupt as Trump.
(https://i.ibb.co/zTctbDXB/Screenshot-2025-02-11-at-10-34-59-AM.png)
It's truly quite unsettling to watch all this go down from the very far away, yet seemingly inextricably linked land fucken down under, cunt. The opposition leader here is pretty keen on working from the Trump playbook, but he's really only likeable to dumbest of hardline conservatives, so we should be safe from him. Mind you, the Labor party, our version of the democrats, I guess, are a feckless bunch indeed, so who fucken knows. Here's a picture of him. Makes Trump look handsome.
(https://i.imgur.com/Y20xrkr.png)
Anyway, good luck over there. I hope something gives soon, for the whole world's sake.
RFK jr was voted in. He will be terrible and will somehow make American health even worse, but the small consolation prize is the possible removal of food dyes and watching Republicans twist between the tobacco companies that own them and our food supply. RJ Reynolds isn't going to enjoy anything that reduces profit. Also, it'll be interesting to see Republicans talk about eating healthy. I lived in rural America for a bit, many of adult men wouldn't eat vegetables.
https://arstechnica.com/health/2025/02/a-sicker-america-senate-confirms-robert-f-kennedy-jr-as-health-secretary
Just like 1.0 Trump and cronies to delete important data
https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2025/02/queer-friendly-data-on-car-crash-deaths-removed-from-nhtsa-website/
Bush Jr was dumb and Cheney was evil. But, this is a million times worse. Trump is dumb and insanely greedy. Musk is evil, but has no moral good he is shooting for, just pain for others and internet lols.
Any of y’all reading what house democratic/AIPAC bigman Jeffries been saying about folks calling their congress people this week?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAny of y’all reading what house democratic/AIPAC bigman Jeffries been saying about folks calling their congress people this week?[close]
you mean how people are calling to tell Dems "fight harder"? Is that what you mean?
If so, what do you expect Dems to do? They don't have any power! They're the minority, because PEOPLE DIDNT VOTE.
If not, then what was it about?[close]
How I'm interpreting what you've written is that because the D's are the minority party right now, they're either helpless, completely lacking power, and/or can be expected to roll over because they're in the minority. Feel free to clarify and explain if this isn't what you're saying.
Any of y’all reading what house democratic/AIPAC bigman Jeffries been saying about folks calling their congress people this week?
Maybe now is the time to abolish the two party system.
People should work together and not against each other. Pretty basic understanding of a working society. USA is so weird.
We are owned by Russia. They’re not even trying to hide it.
My prediction that we will ally with Russia and China (and Israel) to subjugate the rest of the world is looking more and more likely.
The new world order is now
Expand QuoteMaybe now is the time to abolish the two party system.
People should work together and not against each other. Pretty basic understanding of a working society. USA is so weird.[close]
I think they might have just done that for you already
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteMaybe now is the time to abolish the two party system.
People should work together and not against each other. Pretty basic understanding of a working society. USA is so weird.[close]
I think they might have just done that for you already[close]
I still can't believe people actually think both parties are the same....
Like it’s a sports rivalry… crazyExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMaybe now is the time to abolish the two party system.
People should work together and not against each other. Pretty basic understanding of a working society. USA is so weird.[close]
I think they might have just done that for you already[close]
I still can't believe people actually think both parties are the same....[close]
Our very own Wane Brady described MAGA as “people with hats we don’t like”.
We are owned by Russia. They’re not even trying to hide it.
My prediction that we will ally with Russia and China (and Israel) to subjugate the rest of the world is looking more and more likely.
The new world order is now
Expand QuoteWe are owned by Russia. They’re not even trying to hide it.
My prediction that we will ally with Russia and China (and Israel) to subjugate the rest of the world is looking more and more likely.
The new world order is now[close]
Which is funny, because the right always fear mongers that it was happening behind the scenes and being funded by wealthy radical leftists. Also, it appears they’ve already begun priming for one world currency in the form of crypto.
As they say with these chucklefucks, every accusation is a confession.
Victims of Apartheid. Trump has decided White people in S. Africa are the victims and need safe haven in USA. Don't pay attention to the fact that the avg Black S. African family has 5% of the wealth of the avg White S. African family.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-orders-u-s-refugee-resettlement-of-afrikaners/
Lesser points of fuckery:
Tearing up the Rose Garden to put in a patio
Grand Chandelier in the Oval
Probably installing a ballroom
RFK jr is going to shut the fuck up and and drink his Diet Coke just like he did with the McDonald's. I don't think I can recall a bigger political worm than him, and that's including some of the GOP perennial sad boys like Lindsay Graham and Marco Rubio.Expand QuoteLesser points of fuckery:
Tearing up the Rose Garden to put in a patio
Grand Chandelier in the Oval
Probably installing a ballroom[close]
I wondered if Rfk jr will try to put a kibosh on the diet coke button (https://www.fox7austin.com/news/trump-diet-coke-button-oval-office)
Zevia makes a cola, question is: does it taste like diet coke?
RFK jr is going to shut the fuck up and and drink his Diet Coke just like he did with the McDonald's. I don't think I can recall a bigger political worm than him, and that's including some of the GOP perennial sad boys like Lindsay Graham and Marco Rubio.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteLesser points of fuckery:
Tearing up the Rose Garden to put in a patio
Grand Chandelier in the Oval
Probably installing a ballroom[close]
I wondered if Rfk jr will try to put a kibosh on the diet coke button (https://www.fox7austin.com/news/trump-diet-coke-button-oval-office)
Zevia makes a cola, question is: does it taste like diet coke?[close]
The thing that galls me the most right now is Elon out here calling for judge's impeachment on the grounds that they cannot override executive power. Tell me that you didn't do the bare minimum US civics lessons that go along with your application for US citizenship without telling me you patriot poser.
Expand QuoteRFK jr is going to shut the fuck up and and drink his Diet Coke just like he did with the McDonald's. I don't think I can recall a bigger political worm than him, and that's including some of the GOP perennial sad boys like Lindsay Graham and Marco Rubio.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteLesser points of fuckery:
Tearing up the Rose Garden to put in a patio
Grand Chandelier in the Oval
Probably installing a ballroom[close]
I wondered if Rfk jr will try to put a kibosh on the diet coke button (https://www.fox7austin.com/news/trump-diet-coke-button-oval-office)
Zevia makes a cola, question is: does it taste like diet coke?[close]
The thing that galls me the most right now is Elon out here calling for judge's impeachment on the grounds that they cannot override executive power. Tell me that you didn't do the bare minimum US civics lessons that go along with your application for US citizenship without telling me you patriot poser.[close]
Didn’t Vance say that as well? Unitary Executive BS.
Expand QuoteMaybe now is the time to abolish the two party system.
People should work together and not against each other. Pretty basic understanding of a working society. USA is so weird.[close]
I think they might have just done that for you already
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteMaybe now is the time to abolish the two party system.
People should work together and not against each other. Pretty basic understanding of a working society. USA is so weird.[close]
I think they might have just done that for you already[close]
Not what I mean but I get it. :-[
Im rather gonna buy Chinese now than any US brands. Fuck this yellow skin fat guy and his Botox/ketamin face buddy. If I met one of them alone in the woods I would Strangle them. Putin too this monkeyface old man.
And I’m a peaceful dude.
Bernie and AOC seem like the only ones out there speaking on shit and pushing back
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Chris Murphy (CT) is another good one, but doesn’t have the brand recognition yet
Something really bad is about to happen and I don’t think anyone is at all prepared for the magnitude of it.
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One thing I’m hoping is that humanity will prevail when the shit hits the fan.
What you have to remember is Trump is just a figurehead for the 2 main groups pulling at the puppet strings. This is the heritage foundation which wants a white Christian fascist state, and the techno-fascist tech-bro group (your Elon, Curtis Yarvin, Peter Theil, etc.). These groups while wanting similar results, don’t want the same exact results. Hell! They probably don’t even at all like eachother (look no further than Steve Bannon’s public statements about Elon).
The right is so extreme and full of hatred that they will eventually turn on each other, and the factions and gaps will widen. A platform of hate will never be a successful long term platform of governance, because the beast continually and constantly needs to be fed. I don’t see things NOT unraveling, it’s just that the damage in the meantime is going to be massive.
All of this, and I haven’t even touched on economic impact of a marginalized and oppressed society of the lower classes. Corporations and ceos are not going to be thrilled if their bottom line isn’t being met, and that there’s no business or market happening because people simply can’t afford wares. There’s gonna be a lot of unhappy ceos when they realize a policy of fascism is bad for business.
There’s just simply too many micro factors to make this as swift or easy as the kind of thing Curtis Yarvin writes about. Plus, no one is going to listen to a D&D dork barking orders or trying to command a country.
Trump makingCalling Zelenskyy a dictator when he tried to overthrow democracy is wild. Blaming Ukraine for starting the war is fucking stupid, but he knows what he’s doing. He wants to bootlick for Putin because he thinks he can get access to mine for resources in Ukrainian regions seized by Russia. This is probably being pushed by the tech bros who bought the election.AmericaRussia great again.
United States has officially bent the knee to Russia.
Congrats everyone!
Calling Zelenskyy a dictator when he tried to overthrow democracy is wild. Blaming Ukraine for starting the war is fucking stupid, but he knows what he’s doing. He wants to bootlick for Putin because he thinks he can get access to mine for resources in Ukrainian regions seized by Russia. This is probably being pushed by the tech bros who bought the election.Expand QuoteTrump makingAmericaRussia great again.[close]
Expand QuoteWhat you have to remember is Trump is just a figurehead for the 2 main groups pulling at the puppet strings. This is the heritage foundation which wants a white Christian fascist state, and the techno-fascist tech-bro group (your Elon, Curtis Yarvin, Peter Theil, etc.). These groups while wanting similar results, don’t want the same exact results. Hell! They probably don’t even at all like eachother (look no further than Steve Bannon’s public statements about Elon).
The right is so extreme and full of hatred that they will eventually turn on each other, and the factions and gaps will widen. A platform of hate will never be a successful long term platform of governance, because the beast continually and constantly needs to be fed. I don’t see things NOT unraveling, it’s just that the damage in the meantime is going to be massive.
All of this, and I haven’t even touched on economic impact of a marginalized and oppressed society of the lower classes. Corporations and ceos are not going to be thrilled if their bottom line isn’t being met, and that there’s no business or market happening because people simply can’t afford wares. There’s gonna be a lot of unhappy ceos when they realize a policy of fascism is bad for business.
There’s just simply too many micro factors to make this as swift or easy as the kind of thing Curtis Yarvin writes about. Plus, no one is going to listen to a D&D dork barking orders or trying to command a country.[close]
That’s what I am worried about. Infighting does not have to mean the end of a movement. One side might turn on the other when they are not useful anymore eliminating the other and unify the movement. And continuous expansion of a movement of hate does not mean it will exhaust itself after victory it could also expand further and lead to genocide or war.
Look at the outcome of other fascist movements. Look at Nazi Germany, fascist Italy or Spain.
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Congrats everyone![close]
You mean bent over and spread its cheeks to Russia I assume?
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I also don’t see who would wanna work for this unstable version of a government, especially with benefits being gutted (the main draw to working for the federal government).
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I also don’t see who would wanna work for this unstable version of a government, especially with benefits being gutted (the main draw to working for the federal government).[close]
I’m holding my ground at my low GS fed job, knowing I could get canned at any moment. I’m not quitting or resigning only for my sense of duty to the American people the agency was founded for, and tons of spite for the “move fast and break stuff” approach.
Mostly hoping this administration shoots itself in the foot badly enough it bleeds out any support. Again, not holding my breath, just holding the line.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteUnited States has officially bent the knee to Russia.
Congrats everyone![close]
You mean bent over and spread its cheeks to Russia I assume?[close]
full spread and begging.
Expand QuoteCalling Zelenskyy a dictator when he tried to overthrow democracy is wild. Blaming Ukraine for starting the war is fucking stupid, but he knows what he’s doing. He wants to bootlick for Putin because he thinks he can get access to mine for resources in Ukrainian regions seized by Russia. This is probably being pushed by the tech bros who bought the election.Expand QuoteTrump makingAmericaRussia great again.[close][close]
In addition, I think we can all agree that we would be better off if Poland hadn't started WW2.
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I also don’t see who would wanna work for this unstable version of a government, especially with benefits being gutted (the main draw to working for the federal government).[close]
I’m holding my ground at my low GS fed job, knowing I could get canned at any moment. I’m not quitting or resigning only for my sense of duty to the American people the agency was founded for, and tons of spite for the “move fast and break stuff” approach.
Mostly hoping this administration shoots itself in the foot badly enough it bleeds out any support. Again, not holding my breath, just holding the line.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSomething really bad is about to happen and I don’t think anyone is at all prepared for the magnitude of it.[close]
I also don’t see who would wanna work for this unstable version of a government, especially with benefits being gutted (the main draw to working for the federal government).[close]
I’m holding my ground at my low GS fed job, knowing I could get canned at any moment. I’m not quitting or resigning only for my sense of duty to the American people the agency was founded for, and tons of spite for the “move fast and break stuff” approach.
Mostly hoping this administration shoots itself in the foot badly enough it bleeds out any support. Again, not holding my breath, just holding the line.[close]
Hell fucking yeah, dude! I don’t expect anyone to sacrifice beyond their means, but I was hoping we’d have some true unwavering patriots in positions who refuse to buckle!
Huge respect!
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One thing I’m hoping is that humanity will prevail when the shit hits the fan.[close]
I really used to be this optimistic, until Charlottesville. Really. When you had Nazis marching through a town square in the US screaming "Jews will not replace us." Everything else has just been inevitably downhill from there.
As shitty as it sounds, there could even be some fucked up argument made for the Germans (from top to bottom) during Nazism, that is, they didn't have the benefit of history to learn from. "How do we know Hitler is a fucking psychopathic maniac hellbent on systematically wiping out millions of innocent people? How do we know his genocide programme isn't a good thing? Have we tried it before?"
Fast forward and you have some asshole doing Nazi salutes behind the seal of the US on national television, Nazis marching through cities in the US with impunity and a repeat (resurgence) of the grotesque beliefs that resulted in one of the most significant tragedies of the 20th century, even when we have the information and hindsight to know what this type of ideology leads to. Metaphorically pissing on the graves of all those who lost their lives and subsequently, those who dedicated literal decades of their lives to understanding how such a thing could even come to pass in the first place. Sickening really. Could you imagine if Elie Wiesel was alive to see this shit?
It only took, what? 90 years? Cool. Even with the internet we couldn't prevent it. Look forward to the year 2115 when we start rounding up and wiping out droves of people because they have thick eyebrows, or some other fucking brainless excuse that we come up with because some power hungry bag of shit who wasn't loved enough just so happened to be in the right place at the right time.
Even if the US somehow makes it out of this, this experiment has been done before. How long until it happens again? "We've run out of fat-free chili! Kill the immigrants!"
I think it's wise to never underestimate the destructive power of sheer human stupidity. And the fact that curtis yarvin has a wife and children is proof enough for me that god doesn't exist. Sorry John Motta.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteSomething really bad is about to happen and I don’t think anyone is at all prepared for the magnitude of it.[close]
I also don’t see who would wanna work for this unstable version of a government, especially with benefits being gutted (the main draw to working for the federal government).[close]
I’m holding my ground at my low GS fed job, knowing I could get canned at any moment. I’m not quitting or resigning only for my sense of duty to the American people the agency was founded for, and tons of spite for the “move fast and break stuff” approach.
Mostly hoping this administration shoots itself in the foot badly enough it bleeds out any support. Again, not holding my breath, just holding the line.
Same. Gonna keep showing up as long as my PIV card still gets me in the building. We took an oath, and I take it seriously.
Maybe I missed it, but really bothers me that I have not heard even one of the three former presidents speak up against what has been happening over the past weeks.
Expand QuoteMaybe I missed it, but really bothers me that I have not heard even one of the three former presidents speak up against what has been happening over the past weeks.[close]
Obama would be the only one of those four that would, but ex-Presidents tend not to criticize or make many political comments after their terms. He said plenty on the campaign trail, but I don’t know what it would serve. Nothing would excite maga people more than hearing Obama complain about them. They can bury the news cycle in attacking back and making a meal out of the Jennifer Aniston rumors
I’ve kind of had my head in the sand the last month, but I’ve noticed that even the pro trump people at work and even in my family are having a hard time with everything happening.
President Donald Trump wants to abolish the Internal Revenue Service and create an “external” revenue service that will somehow force the rest of the world to fund the U.S. government, according to his newly confirmed commerce secretary.
“His goal is to abolish the Internal Revenue Service and let all the outsiders pay,” Howard Lutnick told Fox News host Jesse Watters on Wednesday night.
QuoteExpand QuotePresident Donald Trump wants to abolish the Internal Revenue Service and create an “external” revenue service that will somehow force the rest of the world to fund the U.S. government, according to his newly confirmed commerce secretary.
“His goal is to abolish the Internal Revenue Service and let all the outsiders pay,” Howard Lutnick told Fox News host Jesse Watters on Wednesday night.[close]
Man, his supporters are fucking dumb. They voted for these shenanigans and we're all going to pay for it so that billionaires can live larger.
Expand QuoteQuoteExpand QuotePresident Donald Trump wants to abolish the Internal Revenue Service and create an “external” revenue service that will somehow force the rest of the world to fund the U.S. government, according to his newly confirmed commerce secretary.
“His goal is to abolish the Internal Revenue Service and let all the outsiders pay,” Howard Lutnick told Fox News host Jesse Watters on Wednesday night.[close]
Man, his supporters are fucking dumb. They voted for these shenanigans and we're all going to pay for it so that billionaires can live larger.[close]
Hold up, you're telling me that this wasn't about the cost of groceries and gas getting lower?????
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteQuoteExpand QuotePresident Donald Trump wants to abolish the Internal Revenue Service and create an “external” revenue service that will somehow force the rest of the world to fund the U.S. government, according to his newly confirmed commerce secretary.
“His goal is to abolish the Internal Revenue Service and let all the outsiders pay,” Howard Lutnick told Fox News host Jesse Watters on Wednesday night.[close]
Man, his supporters are fucking dumb. They voted for these shenanigans and we're all going to pay for it so that billionaires can live larger.[close]
Hold up, you're telling me that this wasn't about the cost of groceries and gas getting lower?????[close]
Gas and groceries are going lower. Not in price, just in priority for the GOP.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteQuoteExpand QuotePresident Donald Trump wants to abolish the Internal Revenue Service and create an “external” revenue service that will somehow force the rest of the world to fund the U.S. government, according to his newly confirmed commerce secretary.
“His goal is to abolish the Internal Revenue Service and let all the outsiders pay,” Howard Lutnick told Fox News host Jesse Watters on Wednesday night.[close]
Man, his supporters are fucking dumb. They voted for these shenanigans and we're all going to pay for it so that billionaires can live larger.[close]
Hold up, you're telling me that this wasn't about the cost of groceries and gas getting lower?????[close]
Gas and groceries are going lower. Not in price, just in priority for the GOP.[close]
Will be interesting to see the reaction to DOGE checks giving back “government excess”
Those DOGE checks are all talk.
Like when Musk said he was going to make a sub to rescue those kids in Thailand who were trapped in a cave, but instead just called the person who did rescue those kids a pedo.
Or when Musk said he'd build ventilators for hospitals during the peak of COVID and instead did jack shit.
Yea, I'm sure people will be seeing those checks.
As an immigrant and a dad of young woman who tried to end her life, this one cuts so fuckin' deep.
https://www.democracynow.org/2025/2/20/headlines/11_year_old_texas_girl_dies_by_suicide_after_bullies_threaten_to_call_ice_on_her_parents (https://www.democracynow.org/2025/2/20/headlines/11_year_old_texas_girl_dies_by_suicide_after_bullies_threaten_to_call_ice_on_her_parents)
Those DOGE checks are all talk.Or when he said he was going to build a high speed tube from LA to SF so they diverted public money that would have gone to a proper bullet train and then got a bunch of student interns to design it and it petered out so the whole thing just went away
Like when Musk said he was going to make a sub to rescue those kids in Thailand who were trapped in a cave, but instead just called the person who did rescue those kids a pedo.
Or when Musk said he'd build ventilators for hospitals during the peak of COVID and instead did jack shit.
Yea, I'm sure people will be seeing those checks.
How bout fort knox?
My bet is that they say it’s empty, thus decimating perceived and real value of the paper dollar, paving the way for a national virtual or crypto currency.
the USPS is not donalds to give away. it absolutely needs to be changed; maybe hit the streets less frequently..and anyone who's ever delivered will tell you how top-heavy they are. way too many supervisors and PM generals.
but like all of his other cuts, this is not the right way to do it
my money is on bezos getting that contract and surprise surprise things get alot more expensive/complicated
Expand Quotethe USPS is not donalds to give away. it absolutely needs to be changed; maybe hit the streets less frequently..and anyone who's ever delivered will tell you how top-heavy they are. way too many supervisors and PM generals.
but like all of his other cuts, this is not the right way to do it
my money is on bezos getting that contract and surprise surprise things get alot more expensive/complicated[close]
Again a move that seems targeted to hurt traditional red voters (old folks and people in rural areas).
Or when he said he was going to build a high speed tube from LA to SF so they diverted public money that would have gone to a proper bullet train and then got a bunch of student interns to design it and it petered out so the whole thing just went awayExpand QuoteThose DOGE checks are all talk.
Like when Musk said he was going to make a sub to rescue those kids in Thailand who were trapped in a cave, but instead just called the person who did rescue those kids a pedo.
Or when Musk said he'd build ventilators for hospitals during the peak of COVID and instead did jack shit.
Yea, I'm sure people will be seeing those checks.[close]
Or when he said he could help ease LA and ultimately all cities traffic by building traffic tunnels but the engineers again were students and he wasn't too interested ultimately so he pocketed a bunch of money that would have gone to improving our woeful public transit and then that also just kinda went away.
How bout fort knox?
My bet is that they say it’s empty, thus decimating perceived and real value of the paper dollar, paving the way for a national virtual or crypto currency.
lol Musk now says we all need to respond to him by Monday night detailing what we “did in the last week” in response to Trump’s demand that he “get more aggressive” Sent out on a Saturday after business hours so if you don’t work Monday and don’t respond to the email you will be considered “resigned”.
This is being used as a pretense to mass fire workers. At my job, this is going to lead to delay in patient care which will ultimately lead to dead veterans.
Expand Quotelol Musk now says we all need to respond to him by Monday night detailing what we “did in the last week” in response to Trump’s demand that he “get more aggressive” Sent out on a Saturday after business hours so if you don’t work Monday and don’t respond to the email you will be considered “resigned”.
This is being used as a pretense to mass fire workers. At my job, this is going to lead to delay in patient care which will ultimately lead to dead veterans.[close]
I'm sorry. This is ridiculous for you and awful for the vets.
They also fired a bunch of FDA workers who specifically worked on medical devices. There is a device that is going through FDA approval that may alleivate some versions of tinnitus, you know the most common veteran disability.
https://www.research.va.gov/topics/hearing.cfm
Republican politicians (and possibly a good portion of everyday republicans) never cared about the troops or vets. They just liked the image of the military and it is was good way to virtue signal nationalism.
I wonder if this will awaken Congress at all.
Military, CIA, and FBI are all government institutions that are overwhelmingly conservative. I wonder if there will be pushback or if it'll be like 9/11 first responders, swept under the rug and ignored unless a Jon Stewart like character shows up and forces Republicans to give a shit about the actual people in military and federal law enforcement.
https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/09/30/military-veterans-remain-a-republican-group-backing-trump-over-harris-by-wide-margin/
lol Musk now says we all need to respond to him by Monday night detailing what we “did in the last week” in response to Trump’s demand that he “get more aggressive” Sent out on a Saturday after business hours so if you don’t work Monday and don’t respond to the email you will be considered “resigned”.
This is being used as a pretense to mass fire workers. At my job, this is going to lead to delay in patient care which will ultimately lead to dead veterans.
John Oliver stole our thread title ;D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cw0F8G4-dMw
(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcT27KMVbQKYVgVJlynA5tkpI_AUzZXidvHMf4cCSlRdDQ&s=10)lol Trump can't help himself. He HAS to be a dick, all the fucking time. It's so exhausting. And now the the White House IG account just posts memes and trolls people because it's all about pwning the libs and nothing more. We're so fucked.
no compassion or empathy. thats comrade krasnov for you though; openly mocking those that are struggling.
is this really what we've become as a society?
Even with GOP divisions, the GOP is going to push forward with their budget which will include massive cuts to medicaid and food benefits which will affect millions, including those in their base.
This kind of brazen activity will probably cost Trump a fourth term.
Expand QuoteEven with GOP divisions, the GOP is going to push forward with their budget which will include massive cuts to medicaid and food benefits which will affect millions, including those in their base.
This kind of brazen activity will probably cost Trump a fourth term.[close]
I betcha the backup plan for hemorrhaging support is to take the money and run back to Russia, leave the American people with an empty purse and let the ultra rich live in ivory towers above whatever fallout occurs. Maybe that's even plan A...
I think right now we should be saving as much money as we possibly can. The rich want to look down at us like peasants and mock us for being poor.
Expand QuoteI think right now we should be saving as much money as we possibly can. The rich want to look down at us like peasants and mock us for being poor.[close]
Money? You mean the thing that Trump is going to make worthless through tariffs and inflation and replace with crypto?
You should be investing in bullets and a sturdy rifle. While you’re still allowed to.
Expand QuoteYou should be investing in bullets and a sturdy rifle. While you’re still allowed to.[close]
And learning skills of the land, to live off the land.
You should be investing in bullets and a sturdy rifle. While you’re still allowed to.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteYou should be investing in bullets and a sturdy rifle. While you’re still allowed to.[close]
And learning skills of the land, to live off the land.[close]
Any Australians here remember that James Blundell and James Reyne song about livin' and a workin' on the land? Yuck.
Fuck, no wonder all the mothers loved James Blundell, he was handsome af.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=xB2fhqO2Mb4&ab_channel=JamesReyneDVD
I, out of having way too much time on my hands at work keep getting myself embroiled in arguments with "moderates" etc on one of Australia's surf forecasting site's forums. I fear that our country is gonna follow America into the abyss.
I was a life-long democrat until this puppet show the past four years with Biden, and the complete shit-show that was Kamala. Be honest, what did the Democrats run off of? Pure fear. "We're not Trump". Obsessed with Trump. I'm sorry, I was with y'all, but y'all lost the plot. Anything against the Democrats is met with pure HATE, and I just can't stand behind that. The more I looked at things from a neutral perspective and common sense, the crazier the democrats are, honestly.
It’s crazy that once you watched one or two left leaning YouTube vids criticizing trump/Elon, you get flooded with these types of vids/creators who make like 20 kinda dumb vids a day with crazy titles, view counts and followers. I’m starting to think they just milk this madness for their own benefits.Yeah my algorithm is so left pilled that it starts to creep into conspiracy stuff which will lead back to the right if I keep clicking. Shit is def fucked and may be the reason I think labor organizing is the only way out of this shitstorm for the US. The grift is in full effect from every angle though on revshare platforms.
The logarithm is a crazy echo chamber and I start to wonder what neutral and non-insane right leaning opinions on this situation are like.
Asking as a non-American who can’t identify with either the far left or right. Are there even non radicalized rational opinion makers left? Or are we doomed to life in a black and white thinking world?
Just can’t imagine grounded conservative people feel good about two flashy entrepreneurs with shady track records going full ham insane and shredding the existing system and structures. These goes way further than being anti-woke and stuff and I hope trump and Elon have soon crossed the line and the actual conservatives speak up too.
Weren’t trump and Elon democrats before?
I'm not worth speaking with as I won't engage in a good faith conversation. Please put me on ignore.
Expand QuoteI was a life-long democrat until this puppet show the past four years with Biden, and the complete shit-show that was Kamala. Be honest, what did the Democrats run off of? Pure fear. "We're not Trump". Obsessed with Trump. I'm sorry, I was with y'all, but y'all lost the plot. Anything against the Democrats is met with pure HATE, and I just can't stand behind that. The more I looked at things from a neutral perspective and common sense, the crazier the democrats are, honestly.[close]
You didn't think that Trump ran off fear and you don't see any of what he's doing as crazy? Um ok...
Yeah my algorithm is so left pilled that it starts to creep into conspiracy stuff which will lead back to the right if I keep clicking. Shit is def fucked and may be the reason I think labor organizing is the only way out of this shitstorm for the US. The grift is in full effect from every angle though on revshare platforms.Expand QuoteIt’s crazy that once you watched one or two left leaning YouTube vids criticizing trump/Elon, you get flooded with these types of vids/creators who make like 20 kinda dumb vids a day with crazy titles, view counts and followers. I’m starting to think they just milk this madness for their own benefits.
The logarithm is a crazy echo chamber and I start to wonder what neutral and non-insane right leaning opinions on this situation are like.
Asking as a non-American who can’t identify with either the far left or right. Are there even non radicalized rational opinion makers left? Or are we doomed to life in a black and white thinking world?
Just can’t imagine grounded conservative people feel good about two flashy entrepreneurs with shady track records going full ham insane and shredding the existing system and structures. These goes way further than being anti-woke and stuff and I hope trump and Elon have soon crossed the line and the actual conservatives speak up too.
Weren’t trump and Elon democrats before?[close]
The big problem, as far as polarized opinions go, is that the Overton window has been dragged pretty far to the right across the globe. That's probably exactly because of our corroded social media platforms that resist moderation and promote extremism by design. Brazil figured it out but the first amendment would make what they did impossible here in the US.
That said, these two have had some good takes. Apologies if either turn out to have a background in atheism that led them to men's rights advocacy. Made that mistake with Thunderfoot but nothing came up when I did a quick web search for goofy shit in their background. I even think of Gary as a mirror universe version of Tim Pool. Bald headed, dressin like antifa and the legend is he's made millions off a corrupt financial system and that pushed him left. If he he turns out to have a v nice switch hard then my theory will be correct and we do live in a multiverse.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3HB8MZ9_AU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCnImxVWbvc
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI was a life-long democrat until this puppet show the past four years with Biden, and the complete shit-show that was Kamala. Be honest, what did the Democrats run off of? Pure fear. "We're not Trump". Obsessed with Trump. I'm sorry, I was with y'all, but y'all lost the plot. Anything against the Democrats is met with pure HATE, and I just can't stand behind that. The more I looked at things from a neutral perspective and common sense, the crazier the democrats are, honestly.[close]
You didn't think that Trump ran off fear and you don't see any of what he's doing as crazy? Um ok...[close]
To be fair, Trump didn't run his campaign on fear. He ran it on hate. A promise to punish those who were against him and those he didn't like.
I was a life-long democrat until this puppet show the past four years with Biden, and the complete shit-show that was Kamala. Be honest, what did the Democrats run off of? Pure fear. "We're not Trump". Obsessed with Trump. I'm sorry, I was with y'all, but y'all lost the plot. Anything against the Democrats is met with pure HATE, and I just can't stand behind that. The more I looked at things from a neutral perspective and common sense, the crazier the democrats are, honestly.
the overton window got bippedNo Radio in Car
Expand QuoteHakeem is such a corporate toadie stooge.
All he cares about is keeping those Blackrock and Lockheed dollars rolling in.[close]
oh but, wait, wait, we were told that Hakeem has no power, because "that's how politics works"Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAny of y’all reading what house democratic/AIPAC bigman Jeffries been saying about folks calling their congress people this week?[close]
you mean how people are calling to tell Dems "fight harder"? Is that what you mean?
If so, what do you expect Dems to do? They don't have any power! They're the minority, because PEOPLE DIDNT VOTE.
If not, then what was it about?[close]
How I'm interpreting what you've written is that because the D's are the minority party right now, they're either helpless, completely lacking power, and/or can be expected to roll over because they're in the minority. Feel free to clarify and explain if this isn't what you're saying.[close]
That's exactly what I'm saying because they really don't have power. That's how politics work. We live in fascist America. It's what Americans wanted right? The thought of cheaper eggs, gas, groceries and how Kamala is a war monger. America elected a fascist and his fascist cronies and this is what happens when they get power.[close]
Expand QuoteHakeem is such a corporate toadie stooge.
All he cares about is keeping those Blackrock and Lockheed dollars rolling in.[close]
oh but, wait, wait, we were told that Hakeem has no power, because "that's how politics works"Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAny of y’all reading what house democratic/AIPAC bigman Jeffries been saying about folks calling their congress people this week?[close]
you mean how people are calling to tell Dems "fight harder"? Is that what you mean?
If so, what do you expect Dems to do? They don't have any power! They're the minority, because PEOPLE DIDNT VOTE.
If not, then what was it about?[close]
How I'm interpreting what you've written is that because the D's are the minority party right now, they're either helpless, completely lacking power, and/or can be expected to roll over because they're in the minority. Feel free to clarify and explain if this isn't what you're saying.[close]
That's exactly what I'm saying because they really don't have power. That's how politics work. We live in fascist America. It's what Americans wanted right? The thought of cheaper eggs, gas, groceries and how Kamala is a war monger. America elected a fascist and his fascist cronies and this is what happens when they get power.[close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHakeem is such a corporate toadie stooge.
All he cares about is keeping those Blackrock and Lockheed dollars rolling in.[close]
oh but, wait, wait, we were told that Hakeem has no power, because "that's how politics works"Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAny of y’all reading what house democratic/AIPAC bigman Jeffries been saying about folks calling their congress people this week?[close]
you mean how people are calling to tell Dems "fight harder"? Is that what you mean?
If so, what do you expect Dems to do? They don't have any power! They're the minority, because PEOPLE DIDNT VOTE.
If not, then what was it about?[close]
How I'm interpreting what you've written is that because the D's are the minority party right now, they're either helpless, completely lacking power, and/or can be expected to roll over because they're in the minority. Feel free to clarify and explain if this isn't what you're saying.[close]
That's exactly what I'm saying because they really don't have power. That's how politics work. We live in fascist America. It's what Americans wanted right? The thought of cheaper eggs, gas, groceries and how Kamala is a war monger. America elected a fascist and his fascist cronies and this is what happens when they get power.[close][close]
you seem to care a lot about the Dems and what they are doing, when you, yourself, decided that VOTING DOESNT MATTER.
Why arent you complaining about Trump at all? Seems like you're trying to soften your stance on why you didn't vote, and trying to make us feel that this is all the Dems fault to begin with (which I agree, the Dems fucked up for years).
But it just seems to me that you're saying "see this is all the Dems fault let's just keep blaming Dems over and over" without singling out the source of the problem: people didnt vote.[close]
the regime doesn't surprise me, it's one endless doom scroll. I was talking with a youth last night, a person who is extremely and directly affected by shit that's happening right now, and they said "it's always terrible news, but at least it's not a surprise anymore. it would hurt more if it was a surprise." There's no point in my regurgitating what everyone else is saying.
I may however hold out hope that people will see that the so-called opposition party is also a sham. While not evil, but for a seeming very few, they're quite complacent. Jeffries recent comments, complaints about voters and constituents, people who are typically D voters, demanding that the D's get to work, shows they don't particularly care about making real changes.
edit to say: I've voted in every election I have been eligible to vote in. I'd wager that I've been far more involved in social, political, community, and direct action that 99% of people as well. Voting isn't enough
"it's always terrible news, but at least it's not a surprise anymore. it would hurt more if it was a surprise."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=yLZmRScnwy0
JFC Trump/Vance shut the FUCK up
I wish Zelensky would have gotten up and walked out the second trump laid hands on him.
It's pretty clear Trump and Vance were just looking for the opportunity to force Zelensky to thank them on camera.
Expand QuoteIt's pretty clear Trump and Vance were just looking for the opportunity to force Zelensky to thank them on camera.[close]
It was an ambush.
Typical bully behavior which they knew he would retaliate to. Now they can say disrespected the US and reinforce the Ukraine bad Russia good narrative they are pushing.
And of course so Trump can get his rare earth deal out of country being decimated by a dictatorship.
JD Vance is a fuckin scumbag
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIt's pretty clear Trump and Vance were just looking for the opportunity to force Zelensky to thank them on camera.[close]
It was an ambush.
Typical bully behavior which they knew he would retaliate to. Now they can say disrespected the US and reinforce the Ukraine bad Russia good narrative they are pushing.
And of course so Trump can get his rare earth deal out of country being decimated by a dictatorship.
JD Vance is a fuckin scumbag[close]
Vance said what this was exactly about: Zelenskyy went to PA and campaigned for “the opposition”
Is Russia the only country with nukes?
Is Russia the only country with nukes?Which country with nukes is going to do it? Trump is cool with Israel, Russia, and North Korea. India, China, UK, France and Pakistan are unlikely to resort to any warfare with USA, even if relations completely deteriorated.
The way Donnie and JD treated Zelenskyy was disgusting and I hate to say this but abandoning Ukraine in favor of appeasement of Putin might actually lower the threat of WWIII/ Nuclear War.
Expand QuoteThe way Donnie and JD treated Zelenskyy was disgusting and I hate to say this but abandoning Ukraine in favor of appeasement of Putin might actually lower the threat of WWIII/ Nuclear War.[close]
Eh, I dunno. Appeasement emboldened Hitler.
Expand QuoteAmerica looks weak and subservient to Russia. Our idiot leaders are gonna get us nuked.[close]
I don’t understand that logic. Why would they nuke us when we aren’t oppositional to their interests?
Imagine being the one to effectively reduce the US presidency from being the 'leader of the free world' to it queueing in to the long line of poor little sausages on a power trip.
As Jon Stewart says it used to be capitalism vs communism, but now it’s woke vs non-woke and that’s why Russia and Orban are natural allies in the white pseudo-Christian worldview the GOP embraces
Expand QuoteAs Jon Stewart says it used to be capitalism vs communism, but now it’s woke vs non-woke and that’s why Russia and Orban are natural allies in the white pseudo-Christian worldview the GOP embraces[close]
I’m Not so sure about that. The „woke“ thing was just a catalyst that pushed many right leaning people to the far right/completely abolishing rationality and going fully paranoid, thinking their child will turn into a gay frog soon. And as a consequence empowering the factually much more dangerous and malicious opinion makers of the far right.
I’m sure I’m gonna get plenty of kooks for saying this, but some „woke“ opinion makers went way too far demanding things that completely killed the EID movement for non-far left thinking or neutral people. And now the people that suffered from discrimination gonna have a even harder time.
Yeah sorry it’s totally not in the interest of society or practical to learn like 20 pronouns just because 0.0001% of the world identity as zie/zim or whatever. Imagine being a teacher or working with people. Constantly Walking on eggshells as an outcome of this emotional manipulation.
Oh it’s a hate crime if I can’t remember all of them? Or I called you a he or she because statistically it leads to success the most? Sure I must be so evil!
Sorry these are kind of first world problems, problems yes, but I’m not gonna take the burden of every individuals problem and fix them. It’s simply not possible. And I’m someone with a helper complex, which is not a good thing at all to have.
A someone with social anxiety im not gonna demand everyone leaves the room, train or bus just because it makes me uncomfortable. I’m not gonna push my problems onto others. It’s also a form of emotional manipulation.
Going radical themselves, but being radical and harmless („woke“ people) is a bad match if you gonna piss off your radical and actually dangerous opposition (mad far right) with guns and money and shit...
Both of them are or were small minorities (far left and far right), I get that. But the pendulum began swinging and it escalated.
While some were in for it for their own personal problems (it is kind of a you-problem if you except everyone else to go way beyond what is the norm to comfort and not harm you) while the others go in to harm anyone that’s slightly different.
It’s a total power imbalance and I hope the far right is not able to keep the pendulum stuck in their favor. Heck, I hope the pendulum gets to chill so that we can chill again too. Extremism everywhere sucks!
The way Donnie and JD treated Zelenskyy was disgusting and I hate to say this but abandoning Ukraine in favor of appeasement of Putin might actually lower the threat of WWIII/ Nuclear War.
But if the Republicans are going to argue the US needs to stop funding foreign wars, can we please include Israel?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThe way Donnie and JD treated Zelenskyy was disgusting and I hate to say this but abandoning Ukraine in favor of appeasement of Putin might actually lower the threat of WWIII/ Nuclear War.[close]
Eh, I dunno. Appeasement emboldened Hitler.[close]
It sure did but what other option is there? Keep fighting until Russia is exhausted? Possibly... Or concede what they have already lost to Russia and offer Putin a somewhat graceful exit ramp? I have no fucking idea...
Expand QuoteAs Jon Stewart says it used to be capitalism vs communism, but now it’s woke vs non-woke and that’s why Russia and Orban are natural allies in the white pseudo-Christian worldview the GOP embraces[close]
I’m Not so sure about that. The „woke“ thing was just a catalyst that pushed many right leaning people to the far right/completely abolishing rationality and going fully paranoid, thinking their child will turn into a gay frog soon. And as a consequence empowering the factually much more dangerous and malicious opinion makers of the far right.
I’m sure I’m gonna get plenty of kooks for saying this, but some „woke“ opinion makers went way too far demanding things that completely killed the EID movement for non-far left thinking or neutral people. And now the people that suffered from discrimination gonna have a even harder time.
Yeah sorry it’s totally not in the interest of society or practical to learn like 20 pronouns just because 0.0001% of the world identity as zie/zim or whatever. Imagine being a teacher or working with people. Constantly Walking on eggshells as an outcome of this emotional manipulation.
Oh it’s a hate crime if I can’t remember all of them? Or I called you a he or she because statistically it leads to success the most? Sure I must be so evil!
Sorry these are kind of first world problems, problems yes, but I’m not gonna take the burden of every individuals problem and fix them. It’s simply not possible. And I’m someone with a helper complex, which is not a good thing at all to have.
A someone with social anxiety im not gonna demand everyone leaves the room, train or bus just because it makes me uncomfortable. I’m not gonna push my problems onto others. It’s also a form of emotional manipulation.
Going radical themselves, but being radical and harmless („woke“ people) is a bad match if you gonna piss off your radical and actually dangerous opposition (mad far right) with guns and money and shit...
Both of them are or were small minorities (far left and far right), I get that. But the pendulum began swinging and it escalated.
While some were in for it for their own personal problems (it is kind of a you-problem if you except everyone else to go way beyond what is the norm to comfort and not harm you) while the others go in to harm anyone that’s slightly different.
It’s a total power imbalance and I hope the far right is not able to keep the pendulum stuck in their favor. Heck, I hope the pendulum gets to chill so that we can chill again too. Extremism everywhere sucks!
It’s quite telling that being “awakened” has become demonized by the side that wishes to perpetuate the current oppressive economical and political structures.
If truth and transparency threaten the foundation your structure is built on, if awareness of these truths threatens your position, you are the bad guy.
Expand QuoteIt’s quite telling that being “awakened” has become demonized by the side that wishes to perpetuate the current oppressive economical and political structures.
If truth and transparency threaten the foundation your structure is built on, if awareness of these truths threatens your position, you are the bad guy.[close]
My aunt’s husband is one of those pretentious white Republicans that only watches Fox because they’re the only ones dedicated to the truth (I know). During one of his Thanksgiving rants about how woke is ruining America, I mentioned how Florida Gov Desantis and his counsel, in court, defined woke as “the belief and recognition that there’s systemic injustices and there’s a need to address them.”
I told him this and said that based off that definition, that since he’s “unwoke” does that mean he’s for these [racial] injustices?
He tried to backtrack and say how woke is just the left’s excuse to cancel people.
Trump is loosing what little mind he had due to syphilis…Person Woman Man Camera TV
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uD2WYgtNgng
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And, he hasn’t taken a cognitive test since 2018 and he did terribly on that test at the time. Remember him explaining the test in an interview? He sounded like he was reading Cat in the Hat. Now, he’s gone.
Big surprise, Elon backed out of the interview with Stewart. He pussed out a fight with Zuckerberg and now he is afraid of talking with Jon Stewart. He tried to say Stewart was too political. Despite him sucking off Tucker Carlson not too long ago.
I thought it was funny that his stipulation for an interview with Stewart was that it had to be unedited. Elon, the last thing you want is an unedited interview of Jon Stewart tearing you to pieces.
Expand QuoteBig surprise, Elon backed out of the interview with Stewart. He pussed out a fight with Zuckerberg and now he is afraid of talking with Jon Stewart. He tried to say Stewart was too political. Despite him sucking off Tucker Carlson not too long ago.[close]
Elon pulls out of everything — making ventilators, saving kids in caves, a fight with Zuck, an interview.
In fact, the only thing he doesn’t pull out of is women he dupes.
I knew it was never gonna happen, but I was damn hungry for that interview... this "administration" is catching plenty of smoke and you can bet they aren't gonna stoke the flames anymore than they need to
President Elon lining up his pockets more and more. How much does this clown make per hour?
Need emergency healthcare? Go to the ER, give them a fake ssn, a fake name, and a fake address. You’ll get the care you need without dealing with pesky medical debt.
Expand QuoteNeed emergency healthcare? Go to the ER, give them a fake ssn, a fake name, and a fake address. You’ll get the care you need without dealing with pesky medical debt.[close]
has anyone here actually pulled off a rusty shackleford successfully? that would be most impressive.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNeed emergency healthcare? Go to the ER, give them a fake ssn, a fake name, and a fake address. You’ll get the care you need without dealing with pesky medical debt.[close]
has anyone here actually pulled off a rusty shackleford successfully? that would be most impressive.[close]
I know of multiple people who have done it multiple times. I also know for a fact health care workers don’t mind as long as you know your medical history and what medications you take (to avoid potentially harmful interactions).
Also, you can use getting out of getting bagged to get your healthcare needs. 2 for 1 deal.
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Cutting 80,000 jobs from the VA. Roughly 1 in 5 workers, at an already dangerously understaffed agency
https://apnews.com/article/veterans-affairs-cuts-doge-musk-trump-f587a6bc3db6a460e9c357592e165712
PussyExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteNeed emergency healthcare? Go to the ER, give them a fake ssn, a fake name, and a fake address. You’ll get the care you need without dealing with pesky medical debt.[close]
has anyone here actually pulled off a rusty shackleford successfully? that would be most impressive.[close]
I know of multiple people who have done it multiple times. I also know for a fact health care workers don’t mind as long as you know your medical history and what medications you take (to avoid potentially harmful interactions).
Also, you can use getting out of getting bagged to get your healthcare needs. 2 for 1 deal.
(https://i.postimg.cc/25r2PhZP/IMG-2567.png)[close]
Most people don't know their history though, or the names of the meds they take. This results in a delay of care if they are truly having a medical emergency. On that note, if you have a true medical emergency, you'll likely be admitted, which makes your little ruse a bit more difficult to keep up.
As to your telling the cops you're having chest pain, also an idiotic idea. The cops will likely have your real information, and a chest pain workup ain't cheap at all. Then of course there's the fact that you can remain under arrest until medically cleared, then taken to jail. So, big bill and you still go to jail.
Maybe rethink some of these bullshit knee-jerk ideas.
but if anyone is jerking the knee you drew first blood
Hope those of you guys in Veterans Affairs are ok. This is crazy.
Tariffs on, tariffs off, tariffs on, tariffs off. What a tease. That fat orange bitch should throw down the tariffs or shut the fuck up already. Worse than Russia with their nuke threats.
Let’s talk shoplifting, fraud, waste, and abuse.
Liberal protests in pink aren’t going to do shit.
Shoplifting is a great way to get you and your community the goods it desperately needs, without spending any hard earned money! Make a false bottom tote bag and go shopping! Vary your locations and appearance frequently and never hit the same spot twice in one month.
Need emergency healthcare? Go to the ER, give them a fake ssn, a fake name, and a fake address. You’ll get the care you need without dealing with pesky medical debt.
Steal as much as humanly possible from your job, including time!
Also if you’re ever arrested, don’t say anything except you are experiencing chest pain. They will release you into the custody of the ER, city and county jails can not accept anyone that has urgent medical needs and it saves the cops from having to do paper work, it is a win for everybody.
Also if you haven’t yet, buy yourself a 3d printer and check this out.
https://fosscad.org/
Fuck every cop, fuck every politician, and fuck every bootlicker.
Saw Neen posted the "Joe Rogan burger" and has the comments turned off. Why the fuck are you supporting Joe Rogan when he supports shit bags like elon and trump? Well I just lost all my respect for him.
What do I not know about Neen then?Expand QuoteSaw Neen posted the "Joe Rogan burger" and has the comments turned off. Why the fuck are you supporting Joe Rogan when he supports shit bags like elon and trump? Well I just lost all my respect for him.[close]
You had respect for Neen? Keep that same energy with Cromer who put Rogan watching in his last YouTube but tried to hide it
He got caught up in the influencer bag-chaser mentality and was trying to be a Huberman health type before he kinda blew that in IG comments. That world is terminally online and, if that winds up being your filter, it's pretty easy to start thinking the incoherent politics that the fascist right have been platforming in the same space are real and overwhelmingly popular. It's just another media bubble and you can see how these guys that live and die by IG are always falling for those otherwise unpopular political positions. Let's see how all those guys feel about Social Security 6 months from now. Betcha they'll be arguing against it.What do I not know about Neen then?Expand QuoteExpand QuoteSaw Neen posted the "Joe Rogan burger" and has the comments turned off. Why the fuck are you supporting Joe Rogan when he supports shit bags like elon and trump? Well I just lost all my respect for him.[close]
You had respect for Neen? Keep that same energy with Cromer who put Rogan watching in his last YouTube but tried to hide it[close]
Katie Price running for CA Gov would good. Too bad Kamala will run and win based off Dem seniority and name recognitionKatie Porter yeah?
Katie Porter yeah?Expand QuoteKatie Price running for CA Gov would good. Too bad Kamala will run and win based off Dem seniority and name recognition[close]
I'm down with chucking out Newsom. He forever gets the side eye cuz of Guilfoyle but the anti-trans stunt he pulled on his podcast made me sick. It's a human rights issue you fucking human haircut.
Katie Porter yeah?Expand QuoteKatie Price running for CA Gov would good. Too bad Kamala will run and win based off Dem seniority and name recognition[close]
I'm down with chucking out Newsom. He forever gets the side eye cuz of Guilfoyle but the anti-trans stunt he pulled on his podcast made me sick. It's a human rights issue you fucking human haircut.
I'm down with chucking out Newsom. He forever gets the side eye cuz of Guilfoyle but the anti-trans stunt he pulled on his podcast made me sick. It's a human rights issue you fucking human haircut.Gavin gearing up for a presidential run and wants to distance himself from anything that could be perceived as far left. Funny how he was legitimately asking Kirk for advice on how the democrats can do better. Podcast was high on the cringe scale but I had to suffer through it.
Trump making a press conference to protect a private citizen's business (Tesla) is insane.
Any other human would've been impeached ages ago for such blatant violations of rules and ethics. And yet, here we are.
Trump making a press conference to protect a private citizen's business (Tesla) is insane.
Any other human would've been impeached ages ago for such blatant violations of rules and ethics. And yet, here we are.
Trump making a press conference to protect a private citizen's business (Tesla) is insane.
Any other human would've been impeached ages ago for such blatant violations of rules and ethics. And yet, here we are.
Quote from: Painted BabyGavin gearing up for a presidential run and wants to distance himself from anything that could be perceived as far left. Funny how he was legitimately asking Kirk for advice on how the democrats can do better. Podcast was high on the cringe scale but I had to suffer through it.Expand QuoteI'm down with chucking out Newsom. He forever gets the side eye cuz of Guilfoyle but the anti-trans stunt he pulled on his podcast made me sick. It's a human rights issue you fucking human haircut.[close]
Trump making a press conference to protect a private citizen's business (Tesla) is insane.
Any other human would've been impeached ages ago for such blatant violations of rules and ethics. And yet, here we are.
Well it’s not like he’s gonna put Steve Bannon on next, right? Right?!Expand QuoteQuote from: Painted BabyGavin gearing up for a presidential run and wants to distance himself from anything that could be perceived as far left. Funny how he was legitimately asking Kirk for advice on how the democrats can do better. Podcast was high on the cringe scale but I had to suffer through it.Expand QuoteI'm down with chucking out Newsom. He forever gets the side eye cuz of Guilfoyle but the anti-trans stunt he pulled on his podcast made me sick. It's a human rights issue you fucking human haircut.[close][close]
Well we have secured housing for all remaining youth in the federally-funded program I run. 2 Weeks before the bastards shut us down for good. 1986 to infinity. My work here is done....
I was listening to toe rogans with the Andrew Schultz guy and he was saying you guys need somebody to come in and change the democrat party like trump came in and completely changed the Republican and what it means to be oneThey had one, his name is Bernie Sanders, and the Dems knee-capped him because it was Hillary’s turn
Makes sense to me cuz you guys are suckin rn I just wanna see everyone do their best
They had one, his name is Bernie Sanders, and the Dems knee-capped him because it was Hillary’s turnExpand QuoteI was listening to toe rogans with the Andrew Schultz guy and he was saying you guys need somebody to come in and change the democrat party like trump came in and completely changed the Republican and what it means to be one
Makes sense to me cuz you guys are suckin rn I just wanna see everyone do their best[close]
President Musk is coming after the post office. DeJoy quit with a final fuck you to all the employees by sucking Elmo’s little dick. Possibly 10,000 will be fired when we’re already short staffed. Cool.
https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/feds-appear-columbia-second-time-week-while-university-capitualates-government-ultimatum-0
Columbia is revoking degrees to appease this asshole and his cronies.
Expand QuoteThey had one, his name is Bernie Sanders, and the Dems knee-capped him because it was Hillary’s turnExpand QuoteI was listening to toe rogans with the Andrew Schultz guy and he was saying you guys need somebody to come in and change the democrat party like trump came in and completely changed the Republican and what it means to be one
Makes sense to me cuz you guys are suckin rn I just wanna see everyone do their best[close][close]
I am very pro-Bernie, but I still find it weird that people were shocked the DNC didn’t embrace Bernie. He’s not a democrat, he’s not in the party, he’s never fundraised or done anything for them, so why do people think the DNC would embrace him over someone who’s been at the top of the leadership for 2 decades, especially after she unexpectedly got pushed aside in 08 (and by extension 2012) when Obama became undeniable.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThey had one, his name is Bernie Sanders, and the Dems knee-capped him because it was Hillary’s turnExpand QuoteI was listening to toe rogans with the Andrew Schultz guy and he was saying you guys need somebody to come in and change the democrat party like trump came in and completely changed the Republican and what it means to be one
Makes sense to me cuz you guys are suckin rn I just wanna see everyone do their best[close][close]
I am very pro-Bernie, but I still find it weird that people were shocked the DNC didn’t embrace Bernie. He’s not a democrat, he’s not in the party, he’s never fundraised or done anything for them, so why do people think the DNC would embrace him over someone who’s been at the top of the leadership for 2 decades, especially after she unexpectedly got pushed aside in 08 (and by extension 2012) when Obama became undeniable.[close]
I don’t disagree with you but I’m just saying the best populist candidate the Dems had was Bernie. Sadly, it doesn’t look like there is another to fill his place and if there is, the Dems will manage to bungle that one too. It sucks
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThey had one, his name is Bernie Sanders, and the Dems knee-capped him because it was Hillary’s turnExpand QuoteI was listening to toe rogans with the Andrew Schultz guy and he was saying you guys need somebody to come in and change the democrat party like trump came in and completely changed the Republican and what it means to be one
Makes sense to me cuz you guys are suckin rn I just wanna see everyone do their best[close][close]
I am very pro-Bernie, but I still find it weird that people were shocked the DNC didn’t embrace Bernie. He’s not a democrat, he’s not in the party, he’s never fundraised or done anything for them, so why do people think the DNC would embrace him over someone who’s been at the top of the leadership for 2 decades, especially after she unexpectedly got pushed aside in 08 (and by extension 2012) when Obama became undeniable.[close]
I don’t disagree with you but I’m just saying the best populist candidate the Dems had was Bernie. Sadly, it doesn’t look like there is another to fill his place and if there is, the Dems will manage to bungle that one too. It sucks[close]
My internal debate is always whether a politician should be president or run for senate. Mayor Pete is apparently eschewing a senate seat for a preS run in 28 which I think is silly. Bernie was someone I thought was more effective in the senate and didn’t see him being particularly effective in the executive branch unless he started ruling by EO which no one previously had really tried (though the charge was levied against Obama), but everyday since, I just wish we had given it a try at least and seen how republicans would have treated him in the media and how he would have combatted that especially since he wasn’t seen as a blood enemy of the gop like the Clinton’s were.
The idea of Mayor Pete being the next presidential candidate is batshit stupid and if he himself doesn’t perceive that I have a lot less respect for him.
This might be shallow and glib but the next Democratic presidential candidate should be a handsome, straight, male. Possibly Latino. Possibly George Clooney. Only a woman if extremely hot.
It’s basically a high school student council election and democrats need to treat it thusly.
He's the definition of the coastal elite DemExpand QuoteThe idea of Mayor Pete being the next presidential candidate is batshit stupid and if he himself doesn’t perceive that I have a lot less respect for him.
This might be shallow and glib but the next Democratic presidential candidate should be a handsome, straight, male. Possibly Latino. Possibly George Clooney. Only a woman if extremely hot.
It’s basically a high school student council election and democrats need to treat it thusly.[close]
Gavin Newsom says hi
He's the definition of the coastal elite DemExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThe idea of Mayor Pete being the next presidential candidate is batshit stupid and if he himself doesn’t perceive that I have a lot less respect for him.
This might be shallow and glib but the next Democratic presidential candidate should be a handsome, straight, male. Possibly Latino. Possibly George Clooney. Only a woman if extremely hot.
It’s basically a high school student council election and democrats need to treat it thusly.[close]
Gavin Newsom says hi[close]
Expand QuoteHe's the definition of the coastal elite DemExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThe idea of Mayor Pete being the next presidential candidate is batshit stupid and if he himself doesn’t perceive that I have a lot less respect for him.
This might be shallow and glib but the next Democratic presidential candidate should be a handsome, straight, male. Possibly Latino. Possibly George Clooney. Only a woman if extremely hot.
It’s basically a high school student council election and democrats need to treat it thusly.[close]
Gavin Newsom says hi[close][close]
I was saying him in response to: Handsome, straight white male
I thought favorably of him before this podcasting mishegoss, but he has been no stranger with going on Fox and debating the Right and coming out looking good. I’m sure if he had any real boogeymen in his past, Kim Guilfoyle would have said something by now.
But he also feels like going back to the late 00s model of a politician - you got Romney in my Obama, you got Obama in my Romney - which isn’t ideal. But who even knows what America looks like in 2028 to decide who emcompasses the fix needed
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHe's the definition of the coastal elite DemExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThe idea of Mayor Pete being the next presidential candidate is batshit stupid and if he himself doesn’t perceive that I have a lot less respect for him.
This might be shallow and glib but the next Democratic presidential candidate should be a handsome, straight, male. Possibly Latino. Possibly George Clooney. Only a woman if extremely hot.
It’s basically a high school student council election and democrats need to treat it thusly.[close]
Gavin Newsom says hi[close][close]
I was saying him in response to: Handsome, straight white male
I thought favorably of him before this podcasting mishegoss, but he has been no stranger with going on Fox and debating the Right and coming out looking good. I’m sure if he had any real boogeymen in his past, Kim Guilfoyle would have said something by now.
But he also feels like going back to the late 00s model of a politician - you got Romney in my Obama, you got Obama in my Romney - which isn’t ideal. But who even knows what America looks like in 2028 to decide who emcompasses the fix needed[close]
I like Newsome and think he’s good on his feet during interviews and debates but he definitely fits the “coastal elite” mold to a T and carries too much California baggage.
So yeah, someone of that ilk but maybe from a red or purple state, possibly a veteran or from business/medicine, and who could plausibly change engine oil or do manual labor. Is that too much to ask?!?
No need with such a rockin bodExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHe's the definition of the coastal elite DemExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThe idea of Mayor Pete being the next presidential candidate is batshit stupid and if he himself doesn’t perceive that I have a lot less respect for him.
This might be shallow and glib but the next Democratic presidential candidate should be a handsome, straight, male. Possibly Latino. Possibly George Clooney. Only a woman if extremely hot.
It’s basically a high school student council election and democrats need to treat it thusly.[close]
Gavin Newsom says hi[close][close]
I was saying him in response to: Handsome, straight white male
I thought favorably of him before this podcasting mishegoss, but he has been no stranger with going on Fox and debating the Right and coming out looking good. I’m sure if he had any real boogeymen in his past, Kim Guilfoyle would have said something by now.
But he also feels like going back to the late 00s model of a politician - you got Romney in my Obama, you got Obama in my Romney - which isn’t ideal. But who even knows what America looks like in 2028 to decide who emcompasses the fix needed[close]
I like Newsome and think he’s good on his feet during interviews and debates but he definitely fits the “coastal elite” mold to a T and carries too much California baggage.
So yeah, someone of that ilk but maybe from a red or purple state, possibly a veteran or from business/medicine, and who could plausibly change engine oil or do manual labor. Is that too much to ask?!?[close]
So straight Mayor Pete without corp baggage
Just learned he never tailors his suits to be more of an “Everyman”
You guys need an outsider, preferably not a politician
I'll bite as I'm curious where this goes, you rely on the government for immediate support and you voted libertarian? Why would you vote for those who want to take the government away from you and want you to either sink or swim on your own?Well if we had a libertarian society I would have no problem making money and providing for myself. I'm in this life for myself, if social security is available I will use it, I like it, if you wanna abolish it and have a libertarian society well I'm up for that too
As someone--supposedly--receiving the support libertarians want to see discontinued, what is the rationale on this vote? How does your support of Bernie who wants to see business regulated and the social safety net expanded intermix with those who want to see little to no regulation and no social safety net? Honestly curious, what do you see that I do not?
"We should eliminate the entire social welfare system. This includes eliminating food stamps, subsidized housing, and all the rest. Individuals who are unable to fully support themselves and their families through the job market must, once again, learn to rely on supportive family, church, community, or private charity to bridge the gap."
--Libertarian Party of Indiana
You're either a fraudster or more likely lying your ass off about being a recipient. You don't just fall off a log and get Social Security. It's either you hit retirement age or you hire a lawyer to help expedite your disability claim. If you can make money other ways, you would as it's just above poverty level and you only get it after a long and arduous process. Juice ain't worth the squeeze unless you truly cannot work.Well if we had a libertarian society I would have no problem making money and providing for myself. I'm in this life for myself, if social security is available I will use it, I like it, if you wanna abolish it and have a libertarian society well I'm up for that tooExpand QuoteI'll bite as I'm curious where this goes, you rely on the government for immediate support and you voted libertarian? Why would you vote for those who want to take the government away from you and want you to either sink or swim on your own?
As someone--supposedly--receiving the support libertarians want to see discontinued, what is the rationale on this vote? How does your support of Bernie who wants to see business regulated and the social safety net expanded intermix with those who want to see little to no regulation and no social safety net? Honestly curious, what do you see that I do not?
"We should eliminate the entire social welfare system. This includes eliminating food stamps, subsidized housing, and all the rest. Individuals who are unable to fully support themselves and their families through the job market must, once again, learn to rely on supportive family, church, community, or private charity to bridge the gap."
--Libertarian Party of Indiana[close]
I'm not stuck in one political mindset, we can run whatever and I'll figure it out for myself
Well if we had a libertarian society I would have no problem making money and providing for myself. I'm in this life for myself, if social security is available I will use it, I like it, if you wanna abolish it and have a libertarian society well I'm up for that tooExpand QuoteI'll bite as I'm curious where this goes, you rely on the government for immediate support and you voted libertarian? Why would you vote for those who want to take the government away from you and want you to either sink or swim on your own?
As someone--supposedly--receiving the support libertarians want to see discontinued, what is the rationale on this vote? How does your support of Bernie who wants to see business regulated and the social safety net expanded intermix with those who want to see little to no regulation and no social safety net? Honestly curious, what do you see that I do not?
"We should eliminate the entire social welfare system. This includes eliminating food stamps, subsidized housing, and all the rest. Individuals who are unable to fully support themselves and their families through the job market must, once again, learn to rely on supportive family, church, community, or private charity to bridge the gap."
--Libertarian Party of Indiana[close]
I'm not stuck in one political mindset, we can run whatever and I'll figure it out for myself
Drugs lurper, drugs. That is why I like the idea of libertarianism, big ups trump for freeing Ross btw.
And I like Bernie cause I'm fine with socialism like I'm fine with libertarianism, I think you don't understand when I say I'm not locked into one political thought
It seems as though you’re not locked into much thought whatsoever.
Just a reminder there are Left-wing libertarians also aka Anarchists.
Just a reminder there are Left-wing libertarians also aka Anarchists.
Just a reminder there are Left-wing libertarians also aka Anarchists.
So, who do you think Trump is going to blame this huge Signal App fiasco on? Hunter Biden? DEI? Trans people?
Obviously he's not going to paint this as big as a security threat as Hillary's emails, because while her email was secure, she was a woman. In this case, even though they used the same app I make skate session plans with the homies, they're Republican men, so it's really not apples and oranges, right?
/s
Expand QuoteThe idea of Mayor Pete being the next presidential candidate is batshit stupid and if he himself doesn’t perceive that I have a lot less respect for him.
This might be shallow and glib but the next Democratic presidential candidate should be a handsome, straight, male. Possibly Latino. Possibly George Clooney. Only a woman if extremely hot.
It’s basically a high school student council election and democrats need to treat it thusly.[close]
Gavin Newsom says hi
So, who do you think Trump is going to blame this huge Signal App fiasco on? Hunter Biden? DEI? Trans people?
Obviously he's not going to paint this as big as a security threat as Hillary's emails, because while her email was secure, she was a woman. In this case, even though they used the same app I make skate session plans with the homies, they're Republican men, so it's really not apples and oranges, right?
/s
The fact that turd isn't denying he's a puppet for Putin scares me. It just shows how obvious hes a useful idiot.
Now as far as my asylum as I'm Palestinian and Irish I'm not keeping my head down but definitely feel the looks around the Mississippi area.
Just waiting for the night of long knives, he's already got his SS doing his bidding. How and why have the Democrats decided to do nothing?! To me it's insane...
Thanks mate, family immigrated to NYC then Mississippi 2015ish. It's been a trip as I live alone now. I feel for my ppl in Gaza as ethnic cleansing is happening, I'm pissed but I don't want to go back.Expand QuoteThe fact that turd isn't denying he's a puppet for Putin scares me. It just shows how obvious hes a useful idiot.
Now as far as my asylum as I'm Palestinian and Irish I'm not keeping my head down but definitely feel the looks around the Mississippi area.
Just waiting for the night of long knives, he's already got his SS doing his bidding. How and why have the Democrats decided to do nothing?! To me it's insane...[close]
Love the Irish embraced the Paddystinian thing Zionists were trying to insult them with. Stay safe
Will that bald fuck be issued a state sanctioned beanie?! Find out next week on USABZ
I used to think rightwinger’s cries of “civil war coming” was just emotional hyperbole, but now I think it’s an inevitability. No way through this mess without a lot of people dying. Pretty surreal seeing this happen in real time
Looking at the protests in Serbia and Turkey why aren't Americans protesting.
This fucking scumbag is single handly destroying Americas soft power and reputation around the world while trying to start WW3.
Nevermind the fact that the majority of Americans voted for him. If you guys are all so upset why dont you take action?
It's not just for you it's for the rest of the world.
Expand QuoteLooking at the protests in Serbia and Turkey why aren't Americans protesting.
This fucking scumbag is single handly destroying Americas soft power and reputation around the world while trying to start WW3.
Nevermind the fact that the majority of Americans voted for him. If you guys are all so upset why dont you take action?
It's not just for you it's for the rest of the world.[close]
Hold on, let me put my pink shirt on.
(https://i.ibb.co/JPyjr3j/LOL.jpg)
I saw a photo of the police standing in front of a Tesla dealership and it reminded me of Prodhon's famous quote, "All property is theft." I can't remember his entire reasoning, but part of his rationale for was it's theft because of the amount of public money (army, police, etc.) that goes into protecting private property.
I saw a photo of the police standing in front of a Tesla dealership and it reminded me of Prodhon's famous quote, "All property is theft." I can't remember his entire reasoning, but part of his rationale for was it's theft because of the amount of public money (army, police, etc.) that goes into protecting private property.
Elon on stage in Wisconsin while trying to give money away to influence the WI Supreme Court vote while simultaneously taking jabs at George Soros for interfering with the government is some grade-A irony.
Expand QuoteElon on stage in Wisconsin while trying to give money away to influence the WI Supreme Court vote while simultaneously taking jabs at George Soros for interfering with the government is some grade-A irony.[close]
And failed. Crawford won.
Also, what ever happened with the last round of lawsuits over his fake "lotteries."
https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/elon-musk-1-million-lottery-class-action-fraud-lawsuit-1235154499/
A skater friend is a professor at a local law school. He teaches (and practices), in Landlord / Tenant law. The school has grants with HUD and the VA.
With HUD, they do test cases where housing discrimination is alleged (e.g. send in fake applicants). That program is now gone. HUD has also dropped all pending litigation regarding housing discrimination.
With the VA, the school does legal work to help •homeless veterans• with various services and housing. That program is, also, now toast.
HOMELESS VETERANS.
America. 2025.
A skater friend is a professor at a local law school. He teaches (and practices), in Landlord / Tenant law. The school has grants with HUD and the VA.
With HUD, they do test cases where housing discrimination is alleged (e.g. send in fake applicants). That program is now gone. HUD has also dropped all pending litigation regarding housing discrimination.
With the VA, the school does legal work to help •homeless veterans• with various services and housing. That program is, also, now toast.
HOMELESS VETERANS.
America. 2025.
Liberation Day woohooo!!!
Tariffs here, tariffs there! Fuck the world! America baybeee!!!
Hope yall stocked up on everything! Things gonna get FUCKED
Expand QuoteElon on stage in Wisconsin while trying to give money away to influence the WI Supreme Court vote while simultaneously taking jabs at George Soros for interfering with the government is some grade-A irony.[close]
And failed. Crawford won.
This shit sucks.
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Expand QuoteExpand QuoteElon on stage in Wisconsin while trying to give money away to influence the WI Supreme Court vote while simultaneously taking jabs at George Soros for interfering with the government is some grade-A irony.[close]
And failed. Crawford won.[close]
He and Pillow Guy are already crying "stolen election."
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteElon on stage in Wisconsin while trying to give money away to influence the WI Supreme Court vote while simultaneously taking jabs at George Soros for interfering with the government is some grade-A irony.[close]
And failed. Crawford won.[close]
He and Pillow Guy are already crying "stolen election."[close]
I was actually really surprised I had not heard this claim immediately after the L. Maybe the zone is so flooded I missed it…
Crawford beat Schimel by the wide enough margin so these idiots will have to pay (and lose) their money to do a recount!
I hope they keep spinning them nazi tires...lil goose stepping morons that they are...
America getting the full venture capital treatment.
They’re “busting the joint out”
https://youtu.be/ZPtjyqgZAUk?si=t6OdwmoYLwqB0DJf
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if only someone had warned me that the man is an asshole!!
When advancing scientific research is no longer a priority, society is FUCKED. I wish that anti-vaccine folks would no longer be eligible for any and all medical care.
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if only someone had warned me that the man is an asshole!![close]
The "I wanted him to hurt others -- not me" crowd is in the FO phase of FAFO.
When advancing scientific research is no longer a priority, society is FUCKED. I wish that anti-vaccine folks would no longer be eligible for any and all medical care.
the Nintendo Switch 2 preorder is delayed in the US cause of tariffs.
https://www.theverge.com/news/643483/nintendo-switch-2-preorders-delayed-tariffs
If the tariffs are enforced as Trump promised, I dont think anyone will be buying it. Its already overpriced for a Nintendo product IMO.
Is it maybe time to change the retail price to reflect direct to consumer digital sales and send GameStop off to that big dustbin in the sky? The could keep them at $70 or less that way pretty easily.Expand Quotethe Nintendo Switch 2 preorder is delayed in the US cause of tariffs.
https://www.theverge.com/news/643483/nintendo-switch-2-preorders-delayed-tariffs
If the tariffs are enforced as Trump promised, I dont think anyone will be buying it. Its already overpriced for a Nintendo product IMO.[close]
LOL. Games will be $100/pop.
While trying to keep some consistency in my thinking--like, most people on the left I was anti-globalization in the 90s and 00s and I was also anti-making boards in Mexico/China--I'm trying to understand why I don't like the tariffs. I proudly wore my made in an American union shop Bernie T-shirt in 2015/16, but why am I so ferociously annoyed with these tariffs?Poverty (at least in stats) and inflation have fallen under Milei. Milei is about as free market as you can get, which is why it's strange for the Trump administration to both admire him and lay out tariffs which is more consistent with Peronism, which Milei is the opponent of.
An obvious reason might be age. Now that I'm finally getting my footing in this stupid post 1980s economy, I don't want to deal with a dramatic change. It puts me at risk for job loss as the EU is an important customer for my company and they might respond harshly towards my employer in particular. After being poor for so long, I don't want to pay (a lot) more for absolutely everything. I've been saving to buy shit that would furnish a home and now that shit is out of reach again. And, we just went through a period of inflation, I'm not ready for another round. Being a millennial is exhausting.
On a continued personal note, I lived in rural America/Canada for 7 years. The hatred and vitriol of the locals was draining. Their inability to appreciate the financial sacrifices urban people make for them, inability to appreciate the knowledge generated in schools/university, and continual desire to touch the stove was annoying. And, the rural people were either retirees who aren't going to work a factory job or they were people my age who were doing drugs or had never attempted to come up. Life is hard out there, but those who I lived next to actively made it worse. My romanticization of workers was met with a harsh reality.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3cdqQ2BdgOA
On a less personal note, I don't trust this will be good for workers because of Trump's and the GOP's past. Trump is anti-union, Trump is anti-any and all worker protections, Trump has a habit of fucking over his contractors, and I feel the right has rebelled against "global free-trade" in recent years, but still want to race to the bottom within the USA forcing low wages, job insecurity, and even child labor into the mix. It is hard to believe they want what is best for anyone but the ultra-wealthy. This would be a complete about-face for a party who championed fucking workers for my entire life. It is hard to believe that they would do anything other than continue to fuck us.
So what is Trump's case for the tariffs? Why is Trump so willing to put the stock market, jobs, and quality of life at risk for so many?
Why Trump won't give a shit about pain or turmoil
Starting with the second question, which is easier to answer, I believe that he is embracing the idea that this will cause pain but it will be better because he likes Milei who is fighting inflation in Argentina. Milei's fight is increasing poverty of the people there and causing lots of pain, but inflation is coming down. It is no accident that Milei was on stage with Musk for the chainsaw show. Musk was inspired by and re-created Milei's chainsaw image. (Funny enough Milei is doing everything he can to get zero tariff trade with the USA.)
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Why does Trump like tariffs?
What Trump and friends say: 1) they are there to increase revenue to off-set his tax cuts for the wealthy. 2) they are there to increase production in America, which would eliminate the tax revenue generation in claim 1. 3) his supporters say it is just negotiations or a way to wield power over those he doesn't like, but also negates the tax revenue claim and the produce in America claim.
None of these make sense next to each other as they contradict one another, so let's pretend this is about increasing production in America.
How, so how can we make the case for Trump in terms of tariffs being good for America
Pre-1930s America (where Trump is looking in terms of his stupid MAGA nonsense)
To the dismay of Democrats (the party of Southern agriculture who didn't want reciprocal tariffs on their goods), Republicans (the party of Northern industry) used tariffs to create space for the American industrial economy to grow. Tariffs at the time are higher than our peers and was one of the taxes we used to pay the bills instead of an income tax:
"The developing world, relied on 12 to 16 to 18 percent tariff walls, the United States’ tariffs ranged from 30 percent to 40 percent."
For developing countries tariffs--when done properly--can protect a domestic industry as it develops expertise, efficiency, and so on. This is called "import substitution" and its what Brazil, India, and other places did when trying to develop a few industries when trying to come up in the global economy.
In 1930, America's chemical industries, heavy manufacturing, and financial industries are ready to take on the world and we reduce tariffs.
Skipping forward to the 70s
Manufacturing jobs start to get hammered by technology, moving to right-to-work non-union states, and then off-shore. Obviously, this hollows out rural America in the north and midwest. Manufacturing moves to the sunbelt and overseas where wages and job protections are less. Today a Ford technician makes about 72K a year and a Honda technician makes 52K because Honda doesn't use union labor.
From the early 80s forward, we enter into the world of free trade + government austerity towards citizens. Reagan/Thatcher fucked workers as hard as they possibly could. Enter the age where unions and government are the problem not the solution. Clinton's "New Democrats" weren't much better. Remember, to the dismay of Democrats, Clinton worked with Gingrich to fuck over the welfare system, campaigned as pro-death penalty, and fired nearly 400K federal workers in his time in office.
In the 90s we fully leave our manufacturing economy and enter into a service/knowledge economy that is split between low wage WalMart jobs and high paying jobs like a lawyer to software engineer.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVScA-l5TX8
This is the dominant mantra until 2016 when 4chan conservatives really start to have a voice via Trump and his pack of idiots. The right starts to adopt the idea global free-trade is bad, but libertarian no holds barred anti-immigrant race to the bottom capitalism within nation-states will solve all of our problems and produce prosperity for all.
Trump 1.0. We tariff China.
Predictably this does nothing but fuck over those Americans selling to China and those of us who now have to foot the bill for Trump's subsidies to farmers, because manufacturers just switch to Vietnam and a whole host of other low wage countries. Tariffs need to be done on products to protect an industry not countries.
The tariffs might have protected some steel jobs, but we lose manufacturing jobs in the industries that rely on steel to produce goods. And, I'm not even sure it protected any steel jobs. The CPA a lobbying firm Trump is leaning on to justify his tariffs show that among 4 big steel firms, job actually declined post-tariffs : 86K to 83K jobs in steel. "The tariffs are actually helping [businesses] make the transition to newer, cleaner, lower-cost technology. This is bad news for workers at the older facilities [but good for industry]"
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Trump 2.0. We tariff everyone on everything.
Well at least we learned that tariffing just China wasn't going to work. It is still clumsy, but there is some growth in thought here.
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image stolen from Jacobian
We still have a few problems though:
Just like last time, not all things being imported are consumer goods. The majority of shit from Mexico isn't a final consumer good. Instead, they are inputs for products that will be turned into consumer goods. This fucks over the companies relying on those inputs. And, unless Americans start aligning their diets with the seasons, where else are we going to get avocados in February?
Also, financial capital can still flow across the world. Any good investor wants to make money, they don't give a fuck how they make money. Nothing says investing in a factory to produce t-shirts in America is where the best investment returns will come from. It still might be smarter for someone to invest in a Thai factory to produce shit to sell to the EU, Africa, and Asia.
How will this turn out?
In terms of number of jobs:
I have little faith this will increase job opportunities. I expect the opposite. The tariffs in Trump 1.0 didn't seem to increase the number of jobs. Inflation of input cost will cause some companies to go out of business and new technology will reduce need for more workers and result in layoffs for those who hung on with outdated machinery.
In terms of salaries:
I'm not sure this will result in amazing salaries. There will be a few heavy machining jobs that pay awesome wages, but I don't expect Hanes to start paying American Apparel wages to workers. Even if we got a lot of manufacturing back, a lot of it is going to pay shit wages. I don't imagine working at the Tyson chicken slaughter house becomes a good job without another Jungle and a left leaning administration that wants to protect workers. And, we won't have the talent needed for a lot of these jobs.
What is missing
For the tariffs to actually help workers, firms need to re-invest instead of business as usual shareholder value, stock buy backs, and so on. We need to require firms to do this, but instead, we are going to engage in typical fascist capitalism, government intervenes in the market, but let's the capitalists retain their profits.
We need job training for workers. We need protections for workers. We need environmental protections for our water and air. I don't want factories coming back just to make a bunch of cancer allies.
So, why am I against these, but would probably support Bernie doing something similar?
If Bernie would do something similar, I think it would be completely different. It would come with things that immediately help workers and don't immediately fuck consumers. I think Bernie would attempt to reduce any sort of transitional pain. Not tell everyone, "eat a dick" and then go golfing spending millions of tax payer money on his own properties.
And, I think Bernie would do it with honesty, which the Trump admin is not doing.
I don't think he'd do blanket tariffs on all products. I think he'd work to figure out, which high value products should be produced here and which low value products can be produced elsewhere.
So, I am and the rest of the left a bunch of hypocrites? Am I the liberal Phil Ochs sang about?
To some degree, sure. But, like those on the right, our interpretation changes based not just the goal, but how its done, the motivation to get it done, and the history/context surrounding the actor that all affect perception.
Pretending the goal here is to get Americans jobs that pay decent wages, this is something the right has resisted (and would likely still resist) today if done in a different fashion. There is a willingness to crash the economy, pay higher prices, and induce suffering for blue collar jobs, but when it comes to supporting low level service workers, the right complained everything would cost too much if everyone got a living wage. They complained that it would ruin the economy and things would cost too much. The assumed sacrifice is probably less than the one we are facing now, but they are willing to make us all suffer so rural people can have living wages in fantasy factories. And maybe the fact that city people and educated people will suffer is part of the appeal.
I feel this is a lot like this is like Brexit and Grexit. Brexit had the support of the right and Grexit had the support of the left. The same exit, but with different motivations and likely different ways of completing the same action.
My mom told me if I voted for Kamala that gas prices would go up, groceries would sky rocket, and we’d go into a recession — bascially life would get more expensive.
So today, I went to her and told her I know when to admit when I’m wrong. I told her I voted for Kamala and now groceries and goods are getting expensive because of tariffs, gas is almost $5/gallon here in SoCal, the Stock Market is crashing, and we’re headed towards a recession.
She wasn’t amused.
Guess some people just don’t know how to accept an apology.
My mom told me if I voted for Kamala that gas prices would go up, groceries would sky rocket, and we’d go into a recession — bascially life would get more expensive.
So today, I went to her and told her I know when to admit when I’m wrong. I told her I voted for Kamala and now groceries and goods are getting expensive because of tariffs, gas is almost $5/gallon here in SoCal, the Stock Market is crashing, and we’re headed towards a recession.
She wasn’t amused.
Guess some people just don’t know how to accept an apology.
My main gripe with tariffs is how the hell is US supposed to transition to manufacturing economy with no industrial backbone and an obvious limit on how many and which natural goods the country can produce?
Also, there seems to be a history with nations becoming very industrious and subsequently becoming war-time economies….
My mom told me if I voted for Kamala that gas prices would go up, groceries would sky rocket, and we’d go into a recession — bascially life would get more expensive.
So today, I went to her and told her I know when to admit when I’m wrong. I told her I voted for Kamala and now groceries and goods are getting expensive because of tariffs, gas is almost $5/gallon here in SoCal, the Stock Market is crashing, and we’re headed towards a recession.
She wasn’t amused.
Guess some people just don’t know how to accept an apology.
Expand QuoteMy mom told me if I voted for Kamala that gas prices would go up, groceries would sky rocket, and we’d go into a recession — bascially life would get more expensive.
So today, I went to her and told her I know when to admit when I’m wrong. I told her I voted for Kamala and now groceries and goods are getting expensive because of tariffs, gas is almost $5/gallon here in SoCal, the Stock Market is crashing, and we’re headed towards a recession.
She wasn’t amused.
Guess some people just don’t know how to accept an apology.[close]
I'm amused. Hope things work out between you and your mum.
Got a current passport or certified birth certificate on hand? If not you might no be able to vote ever again.
https://apnews.com/article/congress-save-act-citizenship-republicans-women-0c0ba9fd8e6a01cf144736490c71df21
I never knew it was possible for me to be smug about investing and losing money.
Hehe. :-*Expand QuoteI never knew it was possible for me to be smug about investing and losing money.[close]
i did. i knew you'd find a way to be smug regardless of the circumstances.
My fishing homie is from Laos. He was brought here as a kid by the US government because his dad fought for the US during all of that secret SE Asian stuff. Anyway, he’s on Federal Probation, and has to check in next month. He’s so sure that he’s about to grabbed by ICE and be deported when he goes. He has no connection to Laos. Feel awful for the guy.
My fishing homie is from Laos. He was brought here as a kid by the US government because his dad fought for the US during all of that secret SE Asian stuff. Anyway, he’s on Federal Probation, and has to check in next month. He’s so sure that he’s about to grabbed by ICE and be deported when he goes. He has no connection to Laos. Feel awful for the guy.Rooting for you and yours. This happening to anyone is terrible and losing a fishing homie is like losing a skate homie. Heavy blow.
Anyone else feeling a sort of externally-caused depression due to this mess we're in? I've noticed how much it's all weighing on me and that it's making it hard to enjoy normal every day things. ...
I recently started investing when everything tanked, that has been working out so far for myself.
Every cloud and all that
Expand QuoteGot a current passport or certified birth certificate on hand? If not you might no be able to vote ever again.
https://apnews.com/article/congress-save-act-citizenship-republicans-women-0c0ba9fd8e6a01cf144736490c71df21[close]
This is gonna be interesting as this disenfranchises women who changed their last names as well as rural communities who might not even have a passport.
El Salvadorian jail won't let the US Democratic Senator talk to the kidnapped man from Maryland.
That fact that they won't let him talk to the man leads me to believe he was already killed and they and Trump's admin didn't want him back in the US to talk about the experience.
El Salvadorian jail won't let the US Democratic Senator talk to the kidnapped man from Maryland.
That fact that they won't let him talk to the man leads me to believe he was already killed and they and Trump's admin didn't want him back in the US to talk about the experience.
Expand QuoteEl Salvadorian jail won't let the US Democratic Senator talk to the kidnapped man from Maryland.
That fact that they won't let him talk to the man leads me to believe he was already killed and they and Trump's admin didn't want him back in the US to talk about the experience.[close]
Anonymous posted an aerial photo from above the prison. The resolution of the photo isn’t great, but it shows what looks like a large flesh colored blob surrounded by red stained ground. The area is about half the size of a soccer field and flanked by 2 buildings. Other photos show an area on the perimeter of the prison that was previously covered in trees and grass, now showing an absence of trees and a large area of freshly disturbed ground.
I think this place is legitimately an extermination camp. And American citizens are next. The eugenics talk is ramping up. RFK Jr just made a statement talking about autistic people as if they are barely human.
Protesters/dissenters/political and ideological threats will be labeled “terrorists” and disappeared. Then will be the disabled and sick, “for the survival of our nation”. Just mirroring 1930s right down the line, except fueled by capitalism and religious self righteousness. We’re on a collision course. Prepare yourselves. This isn’t going to get better until it gets a lot worse
This is a terrifying extreme in the battle between due process and "crime control" models of justice (https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/edit/10.4324/9780203804483-3/crime-control-due-process-tom-ellis-mike-nash). I agree that what is occurring is wrong and we all need to worry about what scary thing happens next.
What I find particularly ironic about this is that Trump's stereotypical base (rural and White) used to beg to have prisons in their communities. Small towns and rural countries saw these as a way to create jobs for the locals and benefit their communities. Think of all the rap songs that reference going upstate or up-north as a way of saying going to jail or prison.
Even if you’re in a red state and a maga supporter, you’re still gonna get fucked.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/24/trump-denies-aid-arkansas-tornados
FEMA?
Waste of money that can go into Drump & Skums coffers.
Expand QuoteEven if you’re in a red state and a maga supporter, you’re still gonna get fucked.
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/apr/24/trump-denies-aid-arkansas-tornados
FEMA?
Waste of money that can go into Drump & Skums coffers.[close]
Why would red states be upset? He ran on all of this. It’s what they voted for.
Hey! Have a kid and we’ll pay you less than a 1/64th of the hospital cost. 5k is enough to pay for a single hospital visit(not counting prenatal, possible ambulance ride, nor any complications, diapers, food clothes, etc, etc, etc)? Right?Yea man that's so fucked up he's doing that
https://abcnews.go.com/amp/Politics/trump-administration-5000-baby-bonus-incentivize-public-children/story?id=121094707
Imagine being mad at 5000 :o
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Nobody's mad at 5000, they're mad that anyone would be dumb/greedy enough to insult them by offering this amount as a replacement for subsidized healthcare and decent maternity leave.
Imagine being mad at 5000 :oOh look it's Blockwork reincarnate back to crop dust this thread with their based opinion
Imagine being mad at 5000 :o
Big factsExpand QuoteImagine being mad at 5000 :o[close]
Yeah bro totes. At that rate you might as well have ten kids and earn yourself a cool $50k
Big factsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteImagine being mad at 5000 :o[close]
Yeah bro totes. At that rate you might as well have ten kids and earn yourself a cool $50k[close]
Real shit that's a car for a struggling couple or diapers for a long ass time
It's a good thing
I completely agree with you on that but(rationale of maga thought incoming) it’s all fun and games when it’s happening to everyone but you.
Then it does.
Its gonna be funny as hell when they wake up and realize this was all a distraction to grab more wealth and keep them occupied so they don’t realize a class war is impending.
You are clearly someone that doesn't understand the costs associated with having one child, let alone 10.Big factsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteImagine being mad at 5000 :o[close]
Yeah bro totes. At that rate you might as well have ten kids and earn yourself a cool $50k[close]
Real shit that's a car for a struggling couple or diapers for a long ass time
It's a good thing
You are clearly someone that doesn't understand the costs associated with having one child, let alone 10.Expand QuoteBig factsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteImagine being mad at 5000 :o[close]
Yeah bro totes. At that rate you might as well have ten kids and earn yourself a cool $50k[close]
Real shit that's a car for a struggling couple or diapers for a long ass time
It's a good thing[close]
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GqDNEcoXAAAzj6R.jpg:large)If he became the pope and fuck off in solitude never to be heard from again I'd be down for it. Plus him being a creepy rapey turd it'd make sense just saying.
for a myriad of reasons this image is inappropriate. but portraying HIM as a holy man has got to be the biggest hypocrisy that I've seen thus far.
me, i'm many years removed from catholicism. the people that see this and either think that its funny/inconsequential..its truly frightening
Woot woot I will be furloughed starting next week thanks to DOGE.
Woot woot I will be furloughed starting next week thanks to DOGE.
Expand QuoteWoot woot I will be furloughed starting next week thanks to DOGE.[close]
Damn. What do you do for living, if you don't mind sharing?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWoot woot I will be furloughed starting next week thanks to DOGE.[close]
Damn. What do you do for living, if you don't mind sharing?[close]
Federal grant peer review.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWoot woot I will be furloughed starting next week thanks to DOGE.[close]
Damn. What do you do for living, if you don't mind sharing?[close]
Federal grant peer review.[close]
I work in scientific publishing. Obviously I'm aware of peer review for research articles and the like, but I guess I'm a bit ignorant on specifics in the funding area regarding grants. Are (Were) you reviewing cases where researchers in your field are requesting federal grants from the NIH (or something akin to it) to do their research/work?
The ambassador to Canada stating it’s “outrageous” that Canadian businesses have pulled a lot of American products from their shelves is pretty funny. He’s all “we haven’t done anything like that.” Nah, your leader just continually threatens to annex the country, I can’t imagine why anybody would be upset about that.
Can an imbecile and his enablers bankrupt a nation?I'm pretty certain with all these protests deportations ie human trafficking and outrage going on. I believe there's a much larger insidious subterfuge being cooked up to declare martial law so there's no mid term elections/power shift so he can be in power indefinitely. Don't quote me on this I'm just looking at history and it seems likely due to how play by play this shit show debacle continues.
https://www.reuters.com/business/view-with-moodys-downgrade-us-loses-treasured-aaa-credit-rating-2025-05-16/
Let the down slide begin!
MERICA!
We’re on our way to becoming a 3rd world nation!
MERICA! MERICA! MERICA! MERICA! MERICA!
I'm pretty certain with all these protests deportations ie human trafficking and outrage going on. I believe there's a much larger insidious subterfuge being cooked up to declare martial law so there's no mid term elections/power shift so he can be in power indefinitely.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWoot woot I will be furloughed starting next week thanks to DOGE.[close]
Damn. What do you do for living, if you don't mind sharing?[close]
Federal grant peer review.
Feds just shut Job Corps down.
I am currently managing an intake program for youth crisis shelter... The local job corps is sending dozens of young people our way next week... on it goes...
2 other whiffs of bullshit I caught off of that Fox article. First one is Biden paused business at TWO of the job centers during his admin. OK but that doesn't mean that it's a good idea to scrap all 123. Let's play whataboutism - so there are some problems at some police stations...let's shut all those down too I guess.Expand QuoteFeds just shut Job Corps down.
I am currently managing an intake program for youth crisis shelter... The local job corps is sending dozens of young people our way next week... on it goes...[close]
They are on the attack:
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/labor-dept-suspend-job-corps-centers-put-students-danger-cost-taxpayers-1-7b
but have been for many years:
https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-job-corps-failure-1524432262
The program needs overhauling but I imagine this is just a way to cut support for poor people. Some of the stats looking troubling and could be but without context are murky:
- The low graduation rate might be really bad OR it could be that by just being in the program the kids are more likely to be employable or receive positive opportunities, which pull them out of the program.
- Also, it ignores that our peak years to engage in crime/deviance are our late teens. While this program doesn't turn the kids into little robots and undo all the aspects of their environment, maybe it reduces crime, which is supposedly why we pay the police more than most teachers and professors. It seems like we enjoy investing in crime prevention as a society?
- And, it ignores the benefits of just housing at risk kids and the strain this is going to put on places like @Too Frank To Fred
Job Corps needs an overhaul, but not in this manner. JobCorps has blue and red protectors in congress and the late George Foreman was a graduate, so it'd be hard for Trump to just kill it outright. Where were the dems in Biden's first two years to make changes to this? Where the fuck is their Project 2025? Dems need to stop simply protecting institutions, but start remaking them in order to protect them.
It'd be a shame if Musk OD'd on Ketamine like Matthew Perry.For us that be paywalled:
(https://idahonews.com/resources/media2/16x9/4277/648/0x223/90/86dedf2d-fa25-4731-819d-4bb7056c5c18-GettyImages2217857584.jpg)
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/30/us/elon-musk-drugs-children-trump.html (https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/30/us/elon-musk-drugs-children-trump.html)
Expand QuoteFeds just shut Job Corps down.
I am currently managing an intake program for youth crisis shelter... The local job corps is sending dozens of young people our way next week... on it goes...[close]
They are on the attack:
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/labor-dept-suspend-job-corps-centers-put-students-danger-cost-taxpayers-1-7b
but have been for many years:
https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-job-corps-failure-1524432262
The program needs overhauling but I imagine this is just a way to cut support for poor people. Some of the stats looking troubling and could be but without context are murky:
- The low graduation rate might be really bad OR it could be that by just being in the program the kids are more likely to be employable or receive positive opportunities, which pull them out of the program.
- Also, it ignores that our peak years to engage in crime/deviance are our late teens. While this program doesn't turn the kids into little robots and undo all the aspects of their environment, maybe it reduces crime, which is supposedly why we pay the police more than most teachers and professors. It seems like we enjoy investing in crime prevention as a society?
- And, it ignores the benefits of just housing at risk kids and the strain this is going to put on places like @Too Frank To Fred
Job Corps needs an overhaul, but not in this manner. JobCorps has blue and red protectors in congress and the late George Foreman was a graduate, so it'd be hard for Trump to just kill it outright. Where were the dems in Biden's first two years to make changes to this? Where the fuck is their Project 2025? Dems need to stop simply protecting institutions, but start remaking them in order to protect them.
Expand QuoteFeds just shut Job Corps down.
I am currently managing an intake program for youth crisis shelter... The local job corps is sending dozens of young people our way next week... on it goes...[close]
They are on the attack:
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/labor-dept-suspend-job-corps-centers-put-students-danger-cost-taxpayers-1-7b
but have been for many years:
https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-job-corps-failure-1524432262
The program needs overhauling but I imagine this is just a way to cut support for poor people. Some of the stats looking troubling and could be but without context are murky:
- The low graduation rate might be really bad OR it could be that by just being in the program the kids are more likely to be employable or receive positive opportunities, which pull them out of the program.
- Also, it ignores that our peak years to engage in crime/deviance are our late teens. While this program doesn't turn the kids into little robots and undo all the aspects of their environment, maybe it reduces crime, which is supposedly why we pay the police more than most teachers and professors. It seems like we enjoy investing in crime prevention as a society?
- And, it ignores the benefits of just housing at risk kids and the strain this is going to put on places like @Too Frank To Fred
Job Corps needs an overhaul, but not in this manner. JobCorps has blue and red protectors in congress and the late George Foreman was a graduate, so it'd be hard for Trump to just kill it outright. Where were the dems in Biden's first two years to make changes to this? Where the fuck is their Project 2025? Dems need to stop simply protecting institutions, but start remaking them in order to protect them.
Democrats just keep moving to the right. Instead of reaching out to Gen Z, they had Kamala touring with the Cheneys. There needs to be a new party. If the DNC didn’t screw over Bernie in 2016, we never would have had Trump. I don’t expect Democrats to learn from their mistakes or do anything meaningful to oppose MAGA policy.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteFeds just shut Job Corps down.
I am currently managing an intake program for youth crisis shelter... The local job corps is sending dozens of young people our way next week... on it goes...[close]
They are on the attack:
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/labor-dept-suspend-job-corps-centers-put-students-danger-cost-taxpayers-1-7b
but have been for many years:
https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-job-corps-failure-1524432262
The program needs overhauling but I imagine this is just a way to cut support for poor people. Some of the stats looking troubling and could be but without context are murky:
- The low graduation rate might be really bad OR it could be that by just being in the program the kids are more likely to be employable or receive positive opportunities, which pull them out of the program.
- Also, it ignores that our peak years to engage in crime/deviance are our late teens. While this program doesn't turn the kids into little robots and undo all the aspects of their environment, maybe it reduces crime, which is supposedly why we pay the police more than most teachers and professors. It seems like we enjoy investing in crime prevention as a society?
- And, it ignores the benefits of just housing at risk kids and the strain this is going to put on places like @Too Frank To Fred
Job Corps needs an overhaul, but not in this manner. JobCorps has blue and red protectors in congress and the late George Foreman was a graduate, so it'd be hard for Trump to just kill it outright. Where were the dems in Biden's first two years to make changes to this? Where the fuck is their Project 2025? Dems need to stop simply protecting institutions, but start remaking them in order to protect them.[close]
Abundance by Ezra Klein, Derek Thompson would be a good starting point for a Project 2029for Dems
http://www.instagram.com/reel/DIUDmgOOiFM/?igsh=anRjZDZldzN0cDh3“Elon Musk knows those computers better than anybody, all those computers, those vote counting computers"
His base will still support him no matter what. He could SA a child on national TV and they will do all the mental gymnastics they are so great at to somehow make him the victim.
Remember, 100% of jurors found him guilty of sexual assault before he took office.
Fuck em both, I wouldn't be surprised if this is all staged
Expand QuoteFuck em both, I wouldn't be surprised if this is all staged[close]
I say that’s exactly what this is — a smoke screen to make people forget the “big beautiful bill.”
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteFuck em both, I wouldn't be surprised if this is all staged[close]
I say that’s exactly what this is — a smoke screen to make people forget the “big beautiful bill.”[close]
Exactly. This is all just entertainment to gloss over the fact that the American economy is about to be fucked. It’s already started, but this is just the beginning. I’d say no one is going to be able to buy or sell a home this time next year.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteFuck em both, I wouldn't be surprised if this is all staged[close]
I say that’s exactly what this is — a smoke screen to make people forget the “big beautiful bill.”[close]
Exactly. This is all just entertainment to gloss over the fact that the American economy is about to be fucked. It’s already started, but this is just the beginning. I’d say no one is going to be able to buy or sell a home this time next year.[close]
I don't know much about real estate, why are you saying about the not being able to buy / sell a home, how does that work?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteFuck em both, I wouldn't be surprised if this is all staged[close]
I say that’s exactly what this is — a smoke screen to make people forget the “big beautiful bill.”[close]
Exactly. This is all just entertainment to gloss over the fact that the American economy is about to be fucked. It’s already started, but this is just the beginning. I’d say no one is going to be able to buy or sell a home this time next year.
Expand QuoteFuck em both, I wouldn't be surprised if this is all staged[close]
I say that’s exactly what this is — a smoke screen to make people forget the “big beautiful bill.”
Every fucking state should be hitting the streets. NYC should be out in force, every large city that isn’t fucked in the head as the national guard and their defences can’t attack everyone. Leaving this to LA is nuts. I’m amazed how lax the US is to all this shit.America is full of fat, stupid and lazy bigots
America is full of fat, stupid and lazy bigotsExpand QuoteEvery fucking state should be hitting the streets. NYC should be out in force, every large city that isn’t fucked in the head as the national guard and their defences can’t attack everyone. Leaving this to LA is nuts. I’m amazed how lax the US is to all this shit.[close]
Every fucking state should be hitting the streets. NYC should be out in force, every large city that isn’t fucked in the head as the national guard and their defences can’t attack everyone. Leaving this to LA is nuts. I’m amazed how lax the US is to all this shit.
Images of burning cars while waving the Mexican flag is jet fuel to flame Trump’s fire.Expand QuoteEvery fucking state should be hitting the streets. NYC should be out in force, every large city that isn’t fucked in the head as the national guard and their defences can’t attack everyone. Leaving this to LA is nuts. I’m amazed how lax the US is to all this shit.[close]
They want the excuse - don’t give it to them. They have planted instigators, be as peaceful as possible
Expand QuoteAmerica is full of fat, stupid and lazy bigotsExpand QuoteEvery fucking state should be hitting the streets. NYC should be out in force, every large city that isn’t fucked in the head as the national guard and their defences can’t attack everyone. Leaving this to LA is nuts. I’m amazed how lax the US is to all this shit.[close][close]
Absolutely! They predict riots and chaos from the masses, then they have an excuse to do whatever they want. Go home! Let the marines and national guard stand out there for no reason. The old way is broken. A new wave of activism must be formed. We have to figure out a way to be unpredictable. I dont think we are there yet. Its so hard when rage is running through your mind, im sure.Expand QuoteEvery fucking state should be hitting the streets. NYC should be out in force, every large city that isn’t fucked in the head as the national guard and their defences can’t attack everyone. Leaving this to LA is nuts. I’m amazed how lax the US is to all this shit.[close]
They want the excuse - don’t give it to them. They have planted instigators, be as peaceful as possible
Absolutely! They predict riots and chaos from the masses, then they have an excuse to do whatever they want. Go home! Let the marines and national guard stand out there for no reason. The old way is broken. A new wave of activism must be formed. We have to figure out a way to be unpredictable. I dont think we are there yet. Its so hard when rage is running through your mind, im sure.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteEvery fucking state should be hitting the streets. NYC should be out in force, every large city that isn’t fucked in the head as the national guard and their defences can’t attack everyone. Leaving this to LA is nuts. I’m amazed how lax the US is to all this shit.[close]
They want the excuse - don’t give it to them. They have planted instigators, be as peaceful as possible[close]
Absolutely! They predict riots and chaos from the masses, then they have an excuse to do whatever they want. Go home! Let the marines and national guard stand out there for no reason. The old way is broken. A new wave of activism must be formed. We have to figure out a way to be unpredictable. I dont think we are there yet. Its so hard when rage is running through your mind, im sure.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteEvery fucking state should be hitting the streets. NYC should be out in force, every large city that isn’t fucked in the head as the national guard and their defences can’t attack everyone. Leaving this to LA is nuts. I’m amazed how lax the US is to all this shit.[close]
They want the excuse - don’t give it to them. They have planted instigators, be as peaceful as possible[close]
All you need to know about the way plan to take over was already done in Germany. They are literally using the exact same tactics as the Hitler and the S.A. did.
Look at how the Weimar Republic fell. This is what they’re trying to do right now. Next is Operation Canned Goods. I’m just not sure if Canada or Mexico will be our Poland(guessing Mexico just for the fact that the current government is racist as fuck). Too bad no one bothered to pay attention to history and this is all surprisingly new to people. Create a problem then seize control and do not relinquish it. Old hat.
All very much playing in to that greasy Cheetos hands (don't be surprised if there's no midterms and state of emergency totalitarian power is put in place).Werd.
The fires were flashbangs that police and ice setting things off instigators if you will. I'd argue that peaceful protests do work however that'd require the police and etc.. to have a conscious and understand what ppl are pissed about, hard to stay peaceful when there's a proverbial boot over someone's neck literally and figuratively.
There's WAAAAYYY more citizens than authority, I'd gladly love to see the mass protesters march upon DC the way those cucks on Jan 6th.
Thoughts?
Is this a trap? Its interesting that she would pay for the ad.
Is it genuine hate against drumpf?
https://www.forbes.com/sites/jemimamcevoy/2025/06/10/billionaire-walmart-heiress-promotes-nationwide-anti-trump-protests-on-june-14/
Expand QuoteThoughts?
Is this a trap? Its interesting that she would pay for the ad.
Is it genuine hate against drumpf?
https://www.forbes.com/sites/jemimamcevoy/2025/06/10/billionaire-walmart-heiress-promotes-nationwide-anti-trump-protests-on-june-14/[close]
Seems likely just pr in reaction to his tariff fees comment.
https://thehill.com/business/5307935-walmart-donald-trump-tariff-response/ (https://thehill.com/business/5307935-walmart-donald-trump-tariff-response/)
Walmart spent over 22 mil getting trump elected and supporting (among other things) antiabortion and election denier candidates.
https://united4respect.org/reports/walmart-political-spending-2024/ (https://united4respect.org/reports/walmart-political-spending-2024/)
they would be the first to sell king trump memorabilia
Some levity from a joke I read online:
How many maga supporters does it take to change a lightbulb?
None, tRump tells them the light is fixed and they sit in the dark cheering.
Some levity from a joke I read online:
How many maga supporters does it take to change a lightbulb?
None, tRump tells them the light is fixed and they sit in the dark cheering.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThoughts?
Is this a trap? Its interesting that she would pay for the ad.
Is it genuine hate against drumpf?
https://www.forbes.com/sites/jemimamcevoy/2025/06/10/billionaire-walmart-heiress-promotes-nationwide-anti-trump-protests-on-june-14/[close]
Seems likely just pr in reaction to his tariff fees comment.
https://thehill.com/business/5307935-walmart-donald-trump-tariff-response/ (https://thehill.com/business/5307935-walmart-donald-trump-tariff-response/)
Walmart spent over 22 mil getting trump elected and supporting (among other things) antiabortion and election denier candidates.
https://united4respect.org/reports/walmart-political-spending-2024/ (https://united4respect.org/reports/walmart-political-spending-2024/)
they would be the first to sell king trump memorabilia[close]
She’s not involved in Walmart’s day to day
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThoughts?
Is this a trap? Its interesting that she would pay for the ad.
Is it genuine hate against drumpf?
https://www.forbes.com/sites/jemimamcevoy/2025/06/10/billionaire-walmart-heiress-promotes-nationwide-anti-trump-protests-on-june-14/[close]
Seems likely just pr in reaction to his tariff fees comment.
https://thehill.com/business/5307935-walmart-donald-trump-tariff-response/ (https://thehill.com/business/5307935-walmart-donald-trump-tariff-response/)
Walmart spent over 22 mil getting trump elected and supporting (among other things) antiabortion and election denier candidates.
https://united4respect.org/reports/walmart-political-spending-2024/ (https://united4respect.org/reports/walmart-political-spending-2024/)
they would be the first to sell king trump memorabilia[close]
She’s not involved in Walmart’s day to day[close]
The operative words in that headline are "walmart-promotes-nationwide-anti-trump-protests" , and I've never heard anything remotely close to that until now, days after he publicly criticized them. Sure, it could be an entirely editorial decision to spin it that way, but the fact remains that it makes it look like walmart has some problem with the way the current political regime is doing things, when 22 million dollars says otherwise. Regardless, the money of the woman in the article (and apparently paying for the ad) was made on the backs of labourers whose living and working conditions bear more resemblance to medieval peasants than they do to american standards, so her attempt to foment outrage among the little people for their place in the hierarchy seems oretty rich (pun intended) as she looks down from the castle keep.
*full disclosure, I played in a band in high school called fuck walmart, and i named it. I knew it was a shitty name even then.
Was glad to see a bunch of brothers/sisters in black out for the one here. Really had no idea how many of us there were in this city until I saw the iykyk colors for that day.
Was really expecting something to happen since there were a ton of online threats(vroom/bang/pew images/posts) nothing materialized though. Shockingly, there were even young farmers out in support. Slaps made for this one:
(https://i.postimg.cc/VNT5L7Jw/IMG-5711.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GBFbXxPg)
These were protesting with us AGAINST tRump. Group of 10 with ‘Hicks Against tRump’ signs. I went and shook all their hands and thanked them.
I went to the No Kings protest in Heber City, Utah. There were about 200 people on both sides of Main Street/US 40 holding signs encouraging the drivers passing by to honk. I lived in NYC before and marched in the streets there, and people were marching through Salt Lake later in the day, but Heber and Park City both held stationary events along roadways. There was something about all these people standing with signs seeking the approval of drivers passing that maybe speaks to a depressing, perhaps particularly American deference to automobiles, but semi drivers were honking support as well as seemingly half of passing vehicles. I don't know that many people around here yet, so felt good seeing good people in a "red" state.
Expand QuoteI went to the No Kings protest in Heber City, Utah. There were about 200 people on both sides of Main Street/US 40 holding signs encouraging the drivers passing by to honk. I lived in NYC before and marched in the streets there, and people were marching through Salt Lake later in the day, but Heber and Park City both held stationary events along roadways. There was something about all these people standing with signs seeking the approval of drivers passing that maybe speaks to a depressing, perhaps particularly American deference to automobiles, but semi drivers were honking support as well as seemingly half of passing vehicles. I don't know that many people around here yet, so felt good seeing good people in a "red" state.[close]
Makes it so incredibly obvious the election was rigged when there are that many people protesting him across the country and his bullshit event only drew about 10k people.
I actually tried going that day but when I got there it was over. I later found out my nearest city only allowed it for two hours. I’m sorry but what the hell is the point of a protest if your local government dictates the hours. That totally defeats the point of this IMO.
Expand QuoteThese were protesting with us AGAINST tRump. Group of 10 with ‘Hicks Against tRump’ signs. I went and shook all their hands and thanked them.[close]
No I know, hard to articulate but it’s weird that it was shocking to see them. With all the aggressions taken against them and rural communities, you’d think they’d be at the front of the line in protest
Oh, I’m sure you’ve seen they’re starting to raid farms and such now. Gonna be real hard to find people to do those shit jobs for minimum wage or less. tRumps gonna have a hard time insulating himself from that fallout. I’m sure he’ll find someone to take the fall though.
Is Tucker Carlson upset about Israel attacking Iran cause Russia is a key supporter of Iran? Is Russia paying him to be upset?
How did our favorite skateboarding moopet respond?
Israel v Iran: This could actually be a big win for the Trump admin. Iran is not a great nation-state and their repression of their people sucks. Seeing this regime change to something moderate would be great. However, I wonder if moderate would be allowed. There will be quite the power struggle between the USA and the regional powers for installing a government of their choice. I wonder who within the country each power will support or who each power will encourage to return to take over.
I wonder the Iranian Oil Company would be allowed to stay in place and if they country would be allowed to have a national oil company. I have a feeling Goldman Sachs/Exxon be in charge of the country and all its resources. But, Lukoil, Rosneft, and VTB are not going to like that.
I wonder what the country's relationship with Saudi looks like after.
Israel's and Netanyahu's ego would be out of control. And Saudi Arabia not having a strong regional power pushing back would suck. They have more power than they should already.Expand QuoteOh, I’m sure you’ve seen they’re starting to raid farms and such now. Gonna be real hard to find people to do those shit jobs for minimum wage or less. tRumps gonna have a hard time insulating himself from that fallout. I’m sure he’ll find someone to take the fall though.[close]
Surprised the admin is back to going after low paid workers in these industries. Business people won't allow for cheap labor to completely vanish. Stephen Miller's hatred is going to push up against the real GOP power, those who own the means of production. And, we're going to run into a reality where these jobs won't get filled. I imagine more will get filled than most people on the left think, but far less than those on the right believe. Who wants to live in the middle of nowhere far from family and friends to pick strawberries for less than min wage?
Israel v Iran: This could actually be a big win for the Trump admin. Iran is not a great nation-state and their repression of their people sucks. Seeing this regime change to something moderate would be great.
Expand QuoteIs Tucker Carlson upset about Israel attacking Iran cause Russia is a key supporter of Iran? Is Russia paying him to be upset?
How did our favorite skateboarding moopet respond?
Israel v Iran: This could actually be a big win for the Trump admin. Iran is not a great nation-state and their repression of their people sucks. Seeing this regime change to something moderate would be great. However, I wonder if moderate would be allowed. There will be quite the power struggle between the USA and the regional powers for installing a government of their choice. I wonder who within the country each power will support or who each power will encourage to return to take over.
I wonder the Iranian Oil Company would be allowed to stay in place and if they country would be allowed to have a national oil company. I have a feeling Goldman Sachs/Exxon be in charge of the country and all its resources. But, Lukoil, Rosneft, and VTB are not going to like that.
I wonder what the country's relationship with Saudi looks like after.
Israel's and Netanyahu's ego would be out of control. And Saudi Arabia not having a strong regional power pushing back would suck. They have more power than they should already.Expand QuoteOh, I’m sure you’ve seen they’re starting to raid farms and such now. Gonna be real hard to find people to do those shit jobs for minimum wage or less. tRumps gonna have a hard time insulating himself from that fallout. I’m sure he’ll find someone to take the fall though.[close]
Surprised the admin is back to going after low paid workers in these industries. Business people won't allow for cheap labor to completely vanish. Stephen Miller's hatred is going to push up against the real GOP power, those who own the means of production. And, we're going to run into a reality where these jobs won't get filled. I imagine more will get filled than most people on the left think, but far less than those on the right believe. Who wants to live in the middle of nowhere far from family and friends to pick strawberries for less than min wage?[close]
Nah trump said they’re not going after farm workers or hotel staff this weekend
Is Tucker Carlson upset about Israel attacking Iran cause Russia is a key supporter of Iran? Is Russia paying him to be upset?
How did our favorite skateboarding moopet respond?
Israel v Iran: This could actually be a big win for the Trump admin. Iran is not a great nation-state and their repression of their people sucks. Seeing this regime change to something moderate would be great. However, I wonder if moderate would be allowed. There will be quite the power struggle between the USA and the regional powers for installing a government of their choice. I wonder who within the country each power will support or who each power will encourage to return to take over.
I wonder the Iranian Oil Company would be allowed to stay in place and if they country would be allowed to have a national oil company. I have a feeling Goldman Sachs/Exxon be in charge of the country and all its resources. But, Lukoil, Rosneft, and VTB are not going to like that.
I wonder what the country's relationship with Saudi looks like after.
Israel's and Netanyahu's ego would be out of control. And Saudi Arabia not having a strong regional power pushing back would suck. They have more power than they should already.
Expand QuoteIs Tucker Carlson upset about Israel attacking Iran cause Russia is a key supporter of Iran? Is Russia paying him to be upset?
How did our favorite skateboarding moopet respond?
Israel v Iran: This could actually be a big win for the Trump admin. Iran is not a great nation-state and their repression of their people sucks. Seeing this regime change to something moderate would be great. However, I wonder if moderate would be allowed. There will be quite the power struggle between the USA and the regional powers for installing a government of their choice. I wonder who within the country each power will support or who each power will encourage to return to take over.
I wonder the Iranian Oil Company would be allowed to stay in place and if they country would be allowed to have a national oil company. I have a feeling Goldman Sachs/Exxon be in charge of the country and all its resources. But, Lukoil, Rosneft, and VTB are not going to like that.
I wonder what the country's relationship with Saudi looks like after.
Israel's and Netanyahu's ego would be out of control. And Saudi Arabia not having a strong regional power pushing back would suck. They have more power than they should already.[close]
This might deserve its own thread, but I've got a bridge to sell anybody who believes that the goal of this offensive in Iran is regime change to a moderate government. Israel's goal is nothing more than to destabilize and decimate Iran, and ideally use the US to do its dirty work and create another "democracy success story" like Iraq, Libya, Syria, Afghanistan, etc.
My in-laws are Iranian expats, and I think in the Persian diaspora there's this underlying thought of "if we can just get X, Y, and Z to happen, the people will rise up and things will go back to a prosperous Western, pre-revolution Iran". My heart breaks at the thought of them being unable to return to their country, I can't imagine the feeling (well, now I'm starting to get it) of watching your country be taken over by religious fundamentalists and having to flee. But it's just a step too far to imagine Israel or the US's actions as being altruistic in any way. I see no goal of liberating the Iranian people, but rather subjugation and dehumanization in a different form while their country gets strip-mined for every last resource.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIs Tucker Carlson upset about Israel attacking Iran cause Russia is a key supporter of Iran? Is Russia paying him to be upset?
How did our favorite skateboarding moopet respond?
Israel v Iran: This could actually be a big win for the Trump admin. Iran is not a great nation-state and their repression of their people sucks. Seeing this regime change to something moderate would be great. However, I wonder if moderate would be allowed. There will be quite the power struggle between the USA and the regional powers for installing a government of their choice. I wonder who within the country each power will support or who each power will encourage to return to take over.
I wonder the Iranian Oil Company would be allowed to stay in place and if they country would be allowed to have a national oil company. I have a feeling Goldman Sachs/Exxon be in charge of the country and all its resources. But, Lukoil, Rosneft, and VTB are not going to like that.
I wonder what the country's relationship with Saudi looks like after.
Israel's and Netanyahu's ego would be out of control. And Saudi Arabia not having a strong regional power pushing back would suck. They have more power than they should already.[close]
This might deserve its own thread, but I've got a bridge to sell anybody who believes that the goal of this offensive in Iran is regime change to a moderate government. Israel's goal is nothing more than to destabilize and decimate Iran, and ideally use the US to do its dirty work and create another "democracy success story" like Iraq, Libya, Syria, Afghanistan, etc.
My in-laws are Iranian expats, and I think in the Persian diaspora there's this underlying thought of "if we can just get X, Y, and Z to happen, the people will rise up and things will go back to a prosperous Western, pre-revolution Iran". My heart breaks at the thought of them being unable to return to their country, I can't imagine the feeling (well, now I'm starting to get it) of watching your country be taken over by religious fundamentalists and having to flee. But it's just a step too far to imagine Israel or the US's actions as being altruistic in any way. I see no goal of liberating the Iranian people, but rather subjugation and dehumanization in a different form while their country gets strip-mined for every last resource.[close]
Yes. If anything the attacks strengthen the regime. If you live in Iran they are the ones you have to rely on now to protect you against the Isreali assault.
I just got laid off yesterday, thanks in no small part to Trump's idiotic trade war. My former employer manufactures their goods in China and Vietnam. I am 100% confident that if Trump hadn't have been reelected, I would still be employed and the company would be doing much better.
Catching strays from a misguided egomaniac's pissing match of a trade war.
At this point, I think it's probably useful if we think of MAGA as a doomsday cult, interlocked with Israel in a murder-suicide pact.
Anyone catch the four civilian tech execs sworn in as lieutenant colonels?
I have this awful vision of a retaliatory terrorist(?) attack on US soil (real or manufactured) and the administration immediately using it to call for martial law, full lockdown of borders, freeze all elections, I dunno, maybe arrest or murder all opposing political factions. At this point there's a bottomless pit of horrors I wouldn't be surprised to see.
I have this awful vision of a retaliatory terrorist(?) attack on US soil (real or manufactured) and the administration immediately using it to call for martial law, full lockdown of borders, freeze all elections, I dunno, maybe arrest or murder all opposing political factions. At this point there's a bottomless pit of horrors I wouldn't be surprised to see.
Taking an anti-depressant or an anti-psychotic within the past 5 years disqualifies you from any military service.
Taking an anti-depressant or an anti-psychotic within the past 5 years disqualifies you from any military service.Do medical examiners wherever they do physicals care? I remember trying to join the navy over two decades ago and I came in with an arthroscopic surgery on my meniscus. I was told by the recruiters that if they don’t ask then don’t bring it up. It eventually showed on my last task in the physical. I couldn’t do a proper duck walk and failed the physical on two occasions. The recruiter roasted me on the drive back and recruiters of other branches in my campus would tell me they heard I chickened out. Does the same apply with mental (scrips, behavioral issues, etc)?
I have this awful vision of a retaliatory terrorist(?) attack on US soil (real or manufactured) and the administration immediately using it to call for martial law, full lockdown of borders, freeze all elections, I dunno, maybe arrest or murder all opposing political factions. At this point there's a bottomless pit of horrors I wouldn't be surprised to see.
Expand QuoteI have this awful vision of a retaliatory terrorist(?) attack on US soil (real or manufactured) and the administration immediately using it to call for martial law, full lockdown of borders, freeze all elections, I dunno, maybe arrest or murder all opposing political factions. At this point there's a bottomless pit of horrors I wouldn't be surprised to see.[close]
I don't think it's fair to classify potential Iranian retaliation as terrorism.
Wonder where all the "Harris is just as bad" people went?
She didn’t do anything in office why’s anyone expecting anything now?Expand QuoteWonder where all the "Harris is just as bad" people went?[close]
They became the "why isn't Harris/Biden doing anything?"
To which I usually reply, "they're private citizens. they're doing what you didn't vote them to do."
She didn’t do anything in office why’s anyone expecting anything now?Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWonder where all the "Harris is just as bad" people went?[close]
They became the "why isn't Harris/Biden doing anything?"
To which I usually reply, "they're private citizens. they're doing what you didn't vote them to do."[close]
People chose to sit this election out..... these are the consequencesThis right here, fools didn't use their voice or vote instead they let the shit show go down. For anyone who didn't vote or voted ole yam tits in office the blood is on your hands.
This administration is just begging for a false narrative to declare martial law, right out of Nazi playbook.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI have this awful vision of a retaliatory terrorist(?) attack on US soil (real or manufactured) and the administration immediately using it to call for martial law, full lockdown of borders, freeze all elections, I dunno, maybe arrest or murder all opposing political factions. At this point there's a bottomless pit of horrors I wouldn't be surprised to see.[close]
I don't think it's fair to classify potential Iranian retaliation as terrorism.[close]
Iran can’t hit us directly. They could barely accurately hit their targets in Israel. If they were going to do something on our soil it’d be through a terrorist group proxy they fund or a supposed sleeper cell
Yea I didn't vote, anything you wanna say to me?
Yea I didn't vote, anything you wanna say to me?
Expand QuoteYea I didn't vote, anything you wanna say to me?[close]
Did you not vote because you thought Kamala would be just as bad, if not worse, than Trump?
Expand QuoteYea I didn't vote, anything you wanna say to me?[close]
Did you not vote because you thought Kamala would be just as bad, if not worse, than Trump?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteYea I didn't vote, anything you wanna say to me?[close]
Did you not vote because you thought Kamala would be just as bad, if not worse, than Trump?[close]
Actually if I recall correctly, he said he just did a 5 in prison in a uwtb thread, so I’d wager that’s why.
Well I hope the Big Beautiful Fuck You to lower income and working class they passed today hits hard and fast. Maybe then people will see just how much they got fucked and by whom. That’s about the only way a lot of people will realize they bought into a fake promise and propaganda. Sucks but it’s here so fucking burn.
The ouroboros of inculpabilityExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteYea I didn't vote, anything you wanna say to me?[close]
Did you not vote because you thought Kamala would be just as bad, if not worse, than Trump?[close]
Actually if I recall correctly, he said he just did a 5 in prison in a uwtb thread, so I’d wager that’s why.
Well I hope the Big Beautiful Fuck You to lower income and working class they passed today hits hard and fast. Maybe then people will see just how much they got fucked and by whom. That’s about the only way a lot of people will realize they bought into a fake promise and propaganda. Sucks but it’s here so fucking burn.[close]
A lot of the FUCK YoU will kick in under the next guy so republicans can be like “wasn’t life under Trump better?”
Trump wants to hold a UFC event at the White House next July 4
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It’s got a real ‘bread and circuses’ feel to it. The fat cunt should just turn the White House into a nascar track and call it a day.
They’re eating the cats, they’re eating the dogs, they’re eating themselves!!!!
I'm asking for the "I didnt vote because she's just as bad", people to stand up and take a bow.
Please come and show yourself. I know you're reading this. Fucking cowards.
I get to keep my Medicaid luckily
All you guys had to do was not be super annoying, but nope leftists can't help themselves, definitely a fuck you vote
Karmala shoulda gone on Rogan too
See who runs next round, maybe sanders?
I get to keep my Medicaid luckily
All you guys had to do was not be super annoying, but nope leftists can't help themselves, definitely a fuck you vote
Karmala shoulda gone on Rogan too
See who runs next round, maybe sanders?
It's rich that the slap on balls guy thinks Rogan is a laughing stock...
Also I'm not in a room of right wingers to give any critique..
Anyways if you guys wanna win you gotta be more moderate like Obama
Gotta have somewhat of a border, can't be doing the Biden shit
Umm what else.. yea and just don't be annoying and cringe and you guys should win next time
And let's make weed federally legal please along with the healthcare
Trump wants to hold a UFC event at the White House next July 4
Taking an anti-depressant or an anti-psychotic within the past 5 years disqualifies you from any military service.
Expand QuoteI'm asking for the "I didnt vote because she's just as bad", people to stand up and take a bow.
Please come and show yourself. I know you're reading this. Fucking cowards.[close]
I think you're actually mad at a few tens of thousands of Muslims in Michigan and Wisconsin who couldn't countenance voting for someone who was actively assisting in the genocide of their friends and families.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm asking for the "I didnt vote because she's just as bad", people to stand up and take a bow.
Please come and show yourself. I know you're reading this. Fucking cowards.[close]
I think you're actually mad at a few tens of thousands of Muslims in Michigan and Wisconsin who couldn't countenance voting for someone who was actively assisting in the genocide of their friends and families.[close]
how are they feeling about Trump now ?
you sometimes have to pick the least worst to avoid the obvious worst
Trump of course is BB's best buddy
@neonbrown you are a real one and I will leave it at that. These other two who are compelled to chastise Palestinian Americans for not eating shit and voting for someone who had “no daylight” between herself and BB is just gross at this point. Dems did not show up to vote and it is as simple as that. Stop blaming brown people in Michigan.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm asking for the "I didnt vote because she's just as bad", people to stand up and take a bow.
Please come and show yourself. I know you're reading this. Fucking cowards.[close]
I think you're actually mad at a few tens of thousands of Muslims in Michigan and Wisconsin who couldn't countenance voting for someone who was actively assisting in the genocide of their friends and families.[close]
how are they feeling about Trump now ?
you sometimes have to pick the least worst to avoid the obvious worst
Trump of course is BB's best buddy[close]
I can't believe this rhetoric failed to work for the dozenth time! More scolding is probably needed next time.
@neonbrown you are a real one and I will leave it at that. These other two who are compelled to chastise Palestinian Americans for not eating shit and voting for someone who had “no daylight” between herself and BB is just gross at this point. Dems did not show up to vote and it is as simple as that. Stop blaming brown people in Michigan.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm asking for the "I didnt vote because she's just as bad", people to stand up and take a bow.
Please come and show yourself. I know you're reading this. Fucking cowards.[close]
I think you're actually mad at a few tens of thousands of Muslims in Michigan and Wisconsin who couldn't countenance voting for someone who was actively assisting in the genocide of their friends and families.[close]
how are they feeling about Trump now ?
you sometimes have to pick the least worst to avoid the obvious worst
Trump of course is BB's best buddy[close]
I can't believe this rhetoric failed to work for the dozenth time! More scolding is probably needed next time.[close]
Expand Quote@neonbrown you are a real one and I will leave it at that. These other two who are compelled to chastise Palestinian Americans for not eating shit and voting for someone who had “no daylight” between herself and BB is just gross at this point. Dems did not show up to vote and it is as simple as that. Stop blaming brown people in Michigan.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm asking for the "I didnt vote because she's just as bad", people to stand up and take a bow.
Please come and show yourself. I know you're reading this. Fucking cowards.[close]
I think you're actually mad at a few tens of thousands of Muslims in Michigan and Wisconsin who couldn't countenance voting for someone who was actively assisting in the genocide of their friends and families.[close]
how are they feeling about Trump now ?
you sometimes have to pick the least worst to avoid the obvious worst
Trump of course is BB's best buddy[close]
I can't believe this rhetoric failed to work for the dozenth time! More scolding is probably needed next time.[close][close]
Perhaps I’m misunderstanding, but h00man didn’t say anything about muslims or Palestinian-Americans. Their criticism was toward Dems who did not show up to vote because they thought Kamala and Trump were equally bad.
All these world leaders need to go now. Normal people who give a shit about the people need to run for these offices. Before they sacrifice us all in competition with each other.
I’m going to be the one with the most Monopoly money when the world burns. That’s their game.
Expand QuoteAll these world leaders need to go now. Normal people who give a shit about the people need to run for these offices. Before they sacrifice us all in competition with each other.
I’m going to be the one with the most Monopoly money when the world burns. That’s their game.[close]
I feel like this line of thought is how Trump got elected initially.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAll these world leaders need to go now. Normal people who give a shit about the people need to run for these offices. Before they sacrifice us all in competition with each other.
I’m going to be the one with the most Monopoly money when the world burns. That’s their game.[close]
I feel like this line of thought is how Trump got elected initially.[close]
I think it was more “America needs to be run like a business” so elect a businessman, which hit because unlikes Steve Forbes, Mike Bloomberg, Trump has a personality, an outsized one at that
Expand QuoteAll these world leaders need to go now. Normal people who give a shit about the people need to run for these offices. Before they sacrifice us all in competition with each other.
I’m going to be the one with the most Monopoly money when the world burns. That’s their game.[close]
I feel like this line of thought is how Trump got elected initially.
Expand Quote@neonbrown you are a real one and I will leave it at that. These other two who are compelled to chastise Palestinian Americans for not eating shit and voting for someone who had “no daylight” between herself and BB is just gross at this point. Dems did not show up to vote and it is as simple as that. Stop blaming brown people in Michigan.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm asking for the "I didnt vote because she's just as bad", people to stand up and take a bow.
Please come and show yourself. I know you're reading this. Fucking cowards.[close]
I think you're actually mad at a few tens of thousands of Muslims in Michigan and Wisconsin who couldn't countenance voting for someone who was actively assisting in the genocide of their friends and families.[close]
how are they feeling about Trump now ?
you sometimes have to pick the least worst to avoid the obvious worst
Trump of course is BB's best buddy[close]
I can't believe this rhetoric failed to work for the dozenth time! More scolding is probably needed next time.[close][close]
Perhaps I’m misunderstanding, but h00man didn’t say anything about muslims or Palestinian-Americans. Their criticism was toward Dems who did not show up to vote because they thought Kamala and Trump were equally bad.
Pretty naive to still that that any one group voting or not voting could have prevented any of this. The people with money wanted this to happen, so it happened. Even if Trump would have miraculously lost the election, they would have still found a way to invalidate the results and get into office. Not worth continually arguing about or wasting time on. Learn to read the room and realize the situation we’re in.
Also, Trump's team clarified that Eptein killed himself and there is no client list....200% tariffs on pharmaceutical goods. After millions of elderly people die, MAGA will blame it on the ACA and continue to suck off Trump.
today, Trump announces more tariffs! Yay distractions!
Also, Trump's team clarified that Eptein killed himself and there is no client list....
Expand QuoteAlso, Trump's team clarified that Eptein killed himself and there is no client list....[close]
Still don’t get why he doesn’t pardon Ghislaine for not trafficking kids to someone as that didn’t happen, according to that ‘logic,’ or killing her a la Epstein as any second of any day she rots in prison she could backstab him. It doesn’t make sense. It’s already exceedingly obvious that it’s a cover up at this point, and it has been that obvious. At this point why wouldn’t he go all the way with it?
Thanks to advancements in AI we can just say anything we don't like is a deepfake!
Woooo! Everything is going to be just great!
can someone much smarter than me please explain how the US will retain profits for the below Japanese investment into the US
RESTORING AMERICAN INDUSTRIAL POWER: Japan will invest $550 billion directed by the United States to rebuild and expand core American industries.
This is the single largest foreign investment commitment ever secured by any country and will generate hundreds of thousands of U.S. jobs, expand domestic manufacturing, and secure American prosperity for generations.
At President Trump’s direction, these funds will be targeted toward the revitalization of America’s strategic industrial base, including:
Energy infrastructure and production, including LNG, advanced fuels, and grid modernization;
Semiconductor manufacturing and research, rebuilding U.S. capacity from design to fabrication;
Critical minerals mining, processing, and refining, ensuring access to essential inputs;
Pharmaceutical and medical production, ending U.S. dependence on foreign-made medicines and supplies;
Commercial and defense shipbuilding, including new yards and modernization of existing facilities.
The United States will retain 90% of the profits from this investment—ensuring that American workers, taxpayers, and communities reap the overwhelming share of the benefit.
can someone much smarter than me please explain how the US will retain profits for the below Japanese investment into the US
RESTORING AMERICAN INDUSTRIAL POWER: Japan will invest $550 billion directed by the United States to rebuild and expand core American industries.
This is the single largest foreign investment commitment ever secured by any country and will generate hundreds of thousands of U.S. jobs, expand domestic manufacturing, and secure American prosperity for generations.
At President Trump’s direction, these funds will be targeted toward the revitalization of America’s strategic industrial base, including:
Energy infrastructure and production, including LNG, advanced fuels, and grid modernization;
Semiconductor manufacturing and research, rebuilding U.S. capacity from design to fabrication;
Critical minerals mining, processing, and refining, ensuring access to essential inputs;
Pharmaceutical and medical production, ending U.S. dependence on foreign-made medicines and supplies;
Commercial and defense shipbuilding, including new yards and modernization of existing facilities.
The United States will retain 90% of the profits from this investment—ensuring that American workers, taxpayers, and communities reap the overwhelming share of the benefit.
It is amazing how easily everything spirals.
Attacks on independent media. meh
Attacks on norms and laws in the government. meh
Attacks on the capitol. meh
Overt corruption. meh
Taking over an entire city's police due to made up crime wave claims. meh
People in 100 years are going to ask not only "what the fuck was wrong with these people? they kept polluting even though they knew it was killing the planet?" but "what the fuck was the avg American doing? Why didn't they stand up in any meaningful way?"
Well, because they were living paycheck to paycheck, exhausted, and ignoring the obvious as they scrambled to achieve a sense of stability they should have achieved a decade earlier in their lives.
I feel fascism is the easiest system to sell people. It promises a "free-market" and "freedom" with the image of a strong authority figure protecting them from evil. Also, there is a lot of power in be a sensitive spoiled child. Most people let things go, but being a complete lunatic and pathetically weak individual causes people to lash out in ways that offers power.
lol, glad Biden invested in the Texas/Arkansas border. Biden poured money into this region. Created new jobs. Expanded the local economy by 1/4th and they still rushed to support team Trump. Their is honor in supporting and having compassion for those that disagree with you, but there is no point in propping up people who keep shooting themselves in the foot.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/12/opinion/liberalism-texarkana-economy-democracy.html
lol, glad Biden invested in the Texas/Arkansas border. Biden poured money into this region. Created new jobs. Expanded the local economy by 1/4th and they still rushed to support team Trump. Their is honor in supporting and having compassion for those that disagree with you, but there is no point in propping up people who keep shooting themselves in the foot.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/12/opinion/liberalism-texarkana-economy-democracy.html
Expand Quotelol, glad Biden invested in the Texas/Arkansas border. Biden poured money into this region. Created new jobs. Expanded the local economy by 1/4th and they still rushed to support team Trump. Their is honor in supporting and having compassion for those that disagree with you, but there is no point in propping up people who keep shooting themselves in the foot.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/12/opinion/liberalism-texarkana-economy-democracy.html[close]
This was the main danger of swapping Harris in for Biden so late. She couldn't run on Biden's accomplishments because of how low his popularity was/how terrible he was at the debate/how much people wanted change and she didn't have many of her own political accomplishments to tout separate from being Biden's VP. Not defending those voters at all but they didn't have the option to vote for Biden twice.
We’re gonna seeProgressivesanyone he doesn’t like get jailed next.
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I’ve been getting followed and filmed by middle-aged obese guys who look like mall Santas in unmarked Ford pickup trucks. I don’t skate street, do drugs, or break any laws. The only thing I can think of is liking posts that are anti Trump and Netanyahu. I get followed for like five minutes when leaving parking lots, until they get sick of me driving the speed limit, and then switch lanes so they can go 60 mph in a 40 mph zone.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWe’re gonna seeProgressivesanyone he doesn’t like get jailed next.[close][close]
This.
You have schizophrenia big dawg. Tell a doctor about the people following you before it gets worseI’ve been getting followed and filmed by middle-aged obese guys who look like mall Santas in unmarked Ford pickup trucks. I don’t skate street, do drugs, or break any laws. The only thing I can think of is liking posts that are anti Trump and Netanyahu. I get followed for like five minutes when leaving parking lots, until they get sick of me driving the speed limit, and then switch lanes so they can go 60 mph in a 40 mph zone.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWe’re gonna seeProgressivesanyone he doesn’t like get jailed next.[close][close]
This.[close]
So, Ghislane Maxwell was approved for work release. Get last job was trafficking kids. But what’s the over/under that she’ll be killed in a work accident and/or that with minimal supervision, she’ll simply hop onto a plane to a place with no extradition?
https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/08/improving-our-nation-through-better-design/Re-designing of government websites isn't a horrible idea, it is just horrible that this will be an opportunity to censor and delete many things. Treasury Direct needed to be redone 25 years ago. It is barely better than a geo-cities website.
So, Kash Patel and the FBI were too busy to look into and/or release anything on the Epstein files but they free enough to raid the home of someone Trump doesn't like.
Another step into the world of fascism, people.
Expand QuoteSo, Kash Patel and the FBI were too busy to look into and/or release anything on the Epstein files but they free enough to raid the home of someone Trump doesn't like.
Another step into the world of fascism, people.[close]
Biden’s administration sat on their fucking hands for 4 years with Epstein’s files and did nothing with them. They literally did the same thing to Trump as he’s doing to Bolton now? Are they fascist as well? Or is it only when Trump does it?
Expand QuoteSo, Kash Patel and the FBI were too busy to look into and/or release anything on the Epstein files but they free enough to raid the home of someone Trump doesn't like.
Another step into the world of fascism, people.[close]
Biden’s administration sat on their fucking hands for 4 years with Epstein’s files and did nothing with them. They literally did the same thing to Trump as he’s doing to Bolton now? Are they fascist as well? Or is it only when Trump does it?
^Dudes like this are why trump won
Drumpf! Fascism!
Shut the fuck up lmao
^Dudes like this are why trump won
Drumpf! Fascism!
Shut the fuck up lmao
Nope. People sided with rednecks in red hats over whatever chronichly online bullshit you guys are on
It's not to late to change you don't have to double down and fight it
Expand QuoteSo, Kash Patel and the FBI were too busy to look into and/or release anything on the Epstein files but they free enough to raid the home of someone Trump doesn't like.
Another step into the world of fascism, people.[close]
Biden’s administration sat on their fucking hands for 4 years with Epstein’s files and did nothing with them. They literally did the same thing to Trump as he’s doing to Bolton now? Are they fascist as well? Or is it only when Trump does it?
I'm surprised burning a Trump flag wasn't deemed illegal by EO
Nah I vote Democrat but you guys are on some wack cult shit and it's super annoying
You guys can't even handle trump voters posting on the site lmao
What a smart and grounded in reality comment. Lol you guys are in the same class of human as right wing conspiracy schizos
Boomer thinks he cooking right now
Boomer thinks he cooking right now
You guys can't even handle trump voters posting on the site lmao
But it seems we are the ones that "got fucked"Expand QuoteYou guys can't even handle trump voters posting on the site lmao[close]
Correct. Get fucked.
But it seems we are the ones that "got fucked"Expand QuoteExpand QuoteYou guys can't even handle trump voters posting on the site lmao[close]
Correct. Get fucked.[close]
I wonder why?
Probably nothing to do with this elitest attitude tho so you guys are good just keep acting like this im sure we'll win next time
Wow great discussion here. Good job falling for this dumbasses posts. Dude literally has a negative rep for every post. Just ignore the fool.
Expand QuoteBoomer thinks he cooking right now[close]
Your mom’s clit is bigger than Trump’s dick.
I live in DC and the whole national guard presence is definitely weird.
There have also been lots of illegal searches that got thrown out in court because of how they were conducted.
Expand QuoteI live in DC and the whole national guard presence is definitely weird.
There have also been lots of illegal searches that got thrown out in court because of how they were conducted.[close]
Sandwich man went free!
Also, just heard the NG is under 29 day calls instead of 30 which means they’re getting fucked pay-wise and housing wise
Expand QuoteI live in DC and the whole national guard presence is definitely weird.
There have also been lots of illegal searches that got thrown out in court because of how they were conducted.[close]
Sandwich man went free!
Also, just heard the NG is under 29 day calls instead of 30 which means they’re getting fucked pay-wise and housing wise
I think it’s undeniable at this point that Republicans are instituting a eugenics program in our country. The “bad guys” are going to win.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI live in DC and the whole national guard presence is definitely weird.
There have also been lots of illegal searches that got thrown out in court because of how they were conducted.[close]
Sandwich man went free!
Also, just heard the NG is under 29 day calls instead of 30 which means they’re getting fucked pay-wise and housing wise[close]
To be fair tRumps rarely ever paid any of his subcontractors or most employees that aren’t directly in his business. Those 5 bankruptcies he had, take a guess why.
Expand QuoteI think it’s undeniable at this point that Republicans are instituting a eugenics program in our country. The “bad guys” are going to win.[close]
I firmly believe that if Trump dies the whole thing crumbles.
Vance has the charisma of a damp paper sack filled with soiled cat litter.
Vance could never bully the media and other politicians (both right and left) the way Trump can cause Vance doesn't have shooters (literally and figuratively) like Trump does. Ain't nobody on Earth ready to die or do jail time for Vance.
My guess is if Trump dies the neo-fascist grip on the American right loosens significantly.
There'll still be a lot of fascists in the right wing, but I'd guess they're at very least start putting their masks back on.
Maybe wishful thinking but I believe it for now.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI think it’s undeniable at this point that Republicans are instituting a eugenics program in our country. The “bad guys” are going to win.[close]
I firmly believe that if Trump dies the whole thing crumbles.
Vance has the charisma of a damp paper sack filled with soiled cat litter.
Vance could never bully the media and other politicians (both right and left) the way Trump can cause Vance doesn't have shooters (literally and figuratively) like Trump does. Ain't nobody on Earth ready to die or do jail time for Vance.
My guess is if Trump dies the neo-fascist grip on the American right loosens significantly.
There'll still be a lot of fascists in the right wing, but I'd guess they're at very least start putting their masks back on.
Maybe wishful thinking but I believe it for now.[close]
I've been thinking about this, but I'm not fully convinced....
If that happens, the US might move back toward fascists being closeted, at least in public/on the streets - maybe.... but even if the culture moves to find an equilibrium, the ransacking, bastardization, and mutilation of the administrative state will continue. Likely even amplify. Yet without the uhh... showmanship.. of our current president, it somehow might be less blatant and more covert.
Trump is likely more of an obstruction from what I can tell. The powers that be outbid the US Govt and American people, and Trump was just the catalyst. Hate taking buzzwords, but the deep state the right wouldn't stop crying about is exactly what we saw being installed in the first half of 2025.
lmao RFK is linking Tylenol to autism.
What a fucking joke of a cabinet
Expand Quotelmao RFK is linking Tylenol to autism.
What a fucking joke of a cabinet[close]
How is the guy who never went to med school, did heroin for 12 years, and got brain worms from willingly eating roadkill our Health Secretary!?
@TastyBurrito Thanks I was unaware of the Milford act so the heads up was good.
It’s almost like they think the answer to possible gun violence(not by straight white Christian males) is a problem that can be dealt with by bans.
‘We need to arm school teachers to stop gun violence in schools!’
These occupations of cities with federal troops is nightmare fuel.
Expand QuoteThese occupations of cities with federal troops is nightmare fuel.[close]
there is one thing all these cities have in common
Holy shit, Charlie Kirk got shot in the neck
Damn that was gnar bucket
Apparently it was his "Prove Me Wrong" tour where, ironically, he is often defending 2A and condemning firearm restrictions of any kind. So...yeah...there's that
Expand QuoteApparently it was his "Prove Me Wrong" tour where, ironically, he is often defending 2A and condemning firearm restrictions of any kind. So...yeah...there's that[close]
I would normally feel bad, but this dude has spread so much hate, viscera, and division in this country, I can’t help but just enjoy the irony of him being proved wrong about his 2A stance during his “Prove Me Wrong” tour. being
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteApparently it was his "Prove Me Wrong" tour where, ironically, he is often defending 2A and condemning firearm restrictions of any kind. So...yeah...there's that[close]
I would normally feel bad, but this dude has spread so much hate, viscera, and division in this country, I can’t help but just enjoy the irony of him being proved wrong about his 2A stance during his “Prove Me Wrong” tour. being[close]
what do you guys know about the shooter? I can’t find any actual, specific information anywhere yet....
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteApparently it was his "Prove Me Wrong" tour where, ironically, he is often defending 2A and condemning firearm restrictions of any kind. So...yeah...there's that[close]
I would normally feel bad, but this dude has spread so much hate, viscera, and division in this country, I can’t help but just enjoy the irony of him being proved wrong about his 2A stance during his “Prove Me Wrong” tour. being[close]
what do you guys know about the shooter? I can’t find any actual, specific information anywhere yet....[close]
Old white guy. Looks kinda like Larry David
No name or info released as far as I've seen but the right wing sure is jumping to a shitload of conclusions already.
DONT POSTDamn, you are a fucking sick individual for posting that shit.
Jesus fucking Christ he deadThe kooky kid who shot at Trump was one theirs or wasn't clearly left. They dropped it cause it didn't help their narrative to discuss the motivations of the shooter.
I'm nervous about what the right's reaction to this will be. But, I guess not much happened after Trump's ear didn't get shot so hopefully nothing major.
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How it’s going[close]
I don’t have a dog in this race living in Australia, but making memes about a man who was just killed is some sicko shit.
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How it’s going
(https://i.postimg.cc/GhwZfs1k/IMG-5525.jpg)[close]
I don’t have a dog in this race living in Australia, but making memes about a man who was just killed is some sicko shit.[close]
Well I live in the dog race and this motherfucker was one of the worst hate mongers in the country who spent all his time spreading hate and fear to young kids that actually affected real people. This piece of shit said empathy is a liberal new age term and defended school shootings, so fuck what you have to say.
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How it’s going[close]
I don’t have a dog in this race living in Australia, but making memes about a man who was just killed is some sicko shit.[close]
American here. He deserved this death and the rejoice that comes with it.[close]
Yeah despite how grim it is to witness, you kinda can’t help but be glad it happened to one of the people helping to provoke and spread ethno-fascism to young people in your country.
Yeah, it's scary as an outsider seeing how extreme people are in the United States. They are at each other's throats. It's some sort of sick game they are playing. Wild how posting videos of someone getting killed is normal to an American. I guess all the mass shootings have really desensitized the population there.Expand QuoteHow it started
(https://i.postimg.c/NF396kyC/IMG-5526.jpg)
How it’s going
(https://i.postimg.c/GhwZfs1k/IMG-5525.jpg)[close]
I don’t have a dog in this race living in Australia, but making memes about a man who was just killed is some sicko shit.
Empathy and sorrow are reserved for those of whom did not spend their lives fomenting hatred and vitriol. You don’t get to live a peaceful life if you spend it spewing vile bullshit.
We all should be careful about we post online right now.right
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like yeah this dude sucks rot in piss and whatever but there’s really nothing worth celebrating here
Stop wasting breath on that piece of human waste.
How about we focus on the innocent children that died in Colorado in yet another school shooting today.
Peace peace, I hope y’all find peace one day.
Expand QuoteThis isn't good for anyone. It isn't the correct way to deal with this guy or people like him.
It isn't going to undo his horrible organizations. It isn't going to undo the harm he caused. And, it isn't going to end his simplistic messages that can be produced by anyone. This is going to cause a spike in the harms against society that this guyed dreamed of his whole life. And, if people normalize him and believe his ideas to be "conservative" rather than far-right kookery it will do even more harm.
Martyring this kook was wrong. It is morally wrong and on top of that, there is a reason everyone falls out of window in Russia rather than being violently murdered in the streets. Even Prigozhin "died in a plane crash" rather than being executed on the street.
I agree that the left needs to step up and do something push back against what is happening, but this isn't it. This isn't going to help. Instead, the left needs to support the Democrats become a stronger and braver political party. The Democrats recently had two politicians assassinated and many GOP politicians thought it was a joke. The correct response is to use the bully pulpit and to use the levers of government to prevent the murder of democrats from occurring again, seeking justice to those involved, those promoting it, and those joking about it. And, to start pushing back against the insane far-right movement that has gained far too much power over the past 30 years.
I'm glad I have multiple passports, but I just wish my second passport got me further away from this country. I really don't know how things get better.[close]
Ah yes. That’s the solution, support the democrats. Surely they have our best interests in mind while they do fuckall about literal nazis taking over. I voted blue down the fucking ballot and all I got in return was a full on fascist takeover With zero resistance. Crickets from that side of the isle, minus a handful of them who’ve been bold enough to push back against these christofascist lunatics. Maybe if we support them even harder they’ll run some moderate corpse of a candidate instead of glancing out of their mansions for 5 minutes to do a goddamn thing.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThis isn't good for anyone. It isn't the correct way to deal with this guy or people like him.
It isn't going to undo his horrible organizations. It isn't going to undo the harm he caused. And, it isn't going to end his simplistic messages that can be produced by anyone. This is going to cause a spike in the harms against society that this guyed dreamed of his whole life. And, if people normalize him and believe his ideas to be "conservative" rather than far-right kookery it will do even more harm.
Martyring this kook was wrong. It is morally wrong and on top of that, there is a reason everyone falls out of window in Russia rather than being violently murdered in the streets. Even Prigozhin "died in a plane crash" rather than being executed on the street.
I agree that the left needs to step up and do something push back against what is happening, but this isn't it. This isn't going to help. Instead, the left needs to support the Democrats become a stronger and braver political party. The Democrats recently had two politicians assassinated and many GOP politicians thought it was a joke. The correct response is to use the bully pulpit and to use the levers of government to prevent the murder of democrats from occurring again, seeking justice to those involved, those promoting it, and those joking about it. And, to start pushing back against the insane far-right movement that has gained far too much power over the past 30 years.
I'm glad I have multiple passports, but I just wish my second passport got me further away from this country. I really don't know how things get better.[close]
Ah yes. That’s the solution, support the democrats. Surely they have our best interests in mind while they do fuckall about literal nazis taking over. I voted blue down the fucking ballot and all I got in return was a full on fascist takeover With zero resistance. Crickets from that side of the isle, minus a handful of them who’ve been bold enough to push back against these christofascist lunatics. Maybe if we support them even harder they’ll run some moderate corpse of a candidate instead of glancing out of their mansions for 5 minutes to do a goddamn thing.[close]
Who are the “literal nazi’s” ?[close]
Oh I’m sorry, mate, thought you didn’t have a dog in this fight? No need to concern a nice innocent bloke with yankee matters.
You don't understand Hakeem Jefferies and the DNC is too busy trying to stop Zohran Mamdani to fight fascism.Makes sense. Kirk was a pro-Israel Zio and Shapiro volunteered in the IDF, although he claims “he did not participate in any military activity”. Just 1 AIPAC chum honoring another.
In other news 2028 Democratic presidential nominee and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shaprio honors Charlie Kirk by ordering the flag to fly at half-staff as a mark of respect for the memory of Charlie Kirk :)
https://www.pa.gov/governor/newsroom/2025-press-releases/gov-shapiro-orders-u-s---commonwealth-flags-to-half-staff-honor-
Yeah, it's scary as an outsider seeing how extreme people are in the United States. They are at each other's throats. It's some sort of sick game they are playing. Wild how posting videos of someone getting killed is normal to an American. I guess all the mass shootings have really desensitized the population there.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHow it started
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I don’t have a dog in this race living in Australia, but making memes about a man who was just killed is some sicko shit.[close]
Ah yes. That’s the solution, support the democrats. Surely they have our best interests in mind while they do fuckall about literal nazis taking over. I voted blue down the fucking ballot and all I got in return was a full on fascist takeover With zero resistance. Crickets from that side of the isle, minus a handful of them who’ve been bold enough to push back against these christofascist lunatics. Maybe if we support them even harder they’ll run some moderate corpse of a candidate instead of glancing out of their mansions for 5 minutes to do a goddamn thing.
Expand QuoteYeah, it's scary as an outsider seeing how extreme people are in the United States. They are at each other's throats. It's some sort of sick game they are playing. Wild how posting videos of someone getting killed is normal to an American. I guess all the mass shootings have really desensitized the population there.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHow it started
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How it’s going
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I don’t have a dog in this race living in Australia, but making memes about a man who was just killed is some sicko shit.[close][close]
Definitely have to a degree. It’s a seasonal occurrence now, in a way. An eleven year old got shot playing ding-dong-ditch. About six or seven years ago it occurred to me that I hadn’t heard about any shootings in awhile, then I realized it was summertime. It’s not what we want; it’s just what we have.
You at all familiar with The Onion?
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Charlie Kirk reaped the seeds he sowed in life.
Even without knowing anything about the shooter, Trump, FOX, and other right-wing outlets are already blaming the left. And no doubt, Kirk would’ve been part of that drive of sowing misinformation and divisive talk.to be fair would the same not happen if the situation were flipped? if it was a democrat extremist who was murdered i would immediately assume it was a republican who shot them honestly.
to be fair would the same not happen if the situation were flipped? if it was a democrat extremist who was murdered i would immediately assume it was a republican who shot them honestly.Expand QuoteEven without knowing anything about the shooter, Trump, FOX, and other right-wing outlets are already blaming the left. And no doubt, Kirk would’ve been part of that drive of sowing misinformation and divisive talk.[close]
I teach at a German high school and many of my students were visibly shaken by his death today. That surprised me. His reach must have been insane. Why are students in Germany consuming his content…
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AFD propaganda and racial prejudices, same shit is happening all over europe, norwegian AFD counterpart got second in their last election, konfederacja is third in poland right now... it's been 80 years since we've had a significant war in europe and the children are fried off tiktok so they don't know no better, history is cyclical...
I teach at a German high school and many of my students were visibly shaken by his death today. That surprised me. His reach must have been insane. Why are students in Germany consuming his content…
Also, FBI is apparently saying he got sniped from 100-200 yards. Whoever did that was a legit properly trained shooter.
Fuck these re.tarded fagg0ts hope they all get murked like Kirk
I teach at a German high school and many of my students were visibly shaken by his death today. That surprised me. His reach must have been insane. Why are students in Germany consuming his content…
Expand QuoteAlso, FBI is apparently saying he got sniped from 100-200 yards. Whoever did that was a legit properly trained shooter.[close]
A trained shooter wouldn’t have aimed for the neck. Too easy to miss.
Hit is consistent with a shot aimed for the center of the head with a scope that was zeroed in at 50-100 yards but did not account for the bullet drop at 200+.
I guess it looks “professional” compared to some other incidents we’ve seen but the truth is that shooting is really goddamn easy and most would be assassins thus far have been inept.
Actually having a zeroed in scope a rifle that’s mechanically accurate enough for that kind of shot is 80% of the job. (Assuming guy in Butler had an off the rack AR15 and wasn’t using match ammo, the spread of shots from that gun, even if clamped in a vice, would be over a foot wide at that distance. The guy at the golf course had an SKS, which would be even less mechanically accurate. )
@gumsole
You’re misusing the word “unfortunately” here.
This is a guy that argued that gays should be stoned, are groomers, and that children should witness public executions.
Well, a public execution certainly was witnessed in Utah. Be careful what you wish for.
Hate perpetuates hate.
Not sure if anyone’s been keeping up with South Park this season, but they did a Charlie Kirk ep and it was basically Cartman getting mad that Charlie Kirk was stealing his shtick
Not weighing in any further other than to say a hate preacher dying under any circumstances isn’t a sad event.
It’s the energy they invite into their lives by living as a hate monger.
Expand Quote@gumsole
You’re misusing the word “unfortunately” here.
This is a guy that argued that gays should be stoned, are groomers, and that children should witness public executions.
Well, a public execution certainly was witnessed in Utah. Be careful what you wish for.
Hate perpetuates hate.[close]
Hey man I get it, this guy spewed a lot of things that people didn't agree with. He painted a rather large target on himself like many others on both sides have. The columbine shooters didn't paint a bad picture for themselves but still were bullied and teased relentlessly because they were "different" till they got fed up and returned with brutal violence.
At the end of the day its not about left or right its about right or wrong. If something someone does or says ESPECIALLY someone you've never even met in person gets your feathers riled up, you can simply choose to ignore them. I've blocked many people on this forum because of their viewpoints and boom problem solved. Killing someone who has physically no threat to you or your family does not deserve being targeted and killed. That's just absurd unhinged behavior.
Some of these comments here are crazy. People are actually hyped this dude got killed because they didn't like him. Well a year ago my dog chased my neighbors cat into a tree and my neighbor shot and killed my dog. I fucking can't stand him but just last week his wife died of cancer. Am I over on my property dancing and cheering with joy. Absolutely not, I sent my condolences and moved on. Again, its simple, if you don't like sushi then don't eat it but don't hate the chef that makes it.
I don't condone violence and this will be abused in political ways I'm sure of it.
But on the subject of "debaters" ... these people run their mouths so fast that no one can fact check any of the claims and the aim is to "win" rather then understand each other. This stuff is cancer for the brain. It really is incredibly sad to see the opinions of the youth being influenced by people appearing competent, but spewing bullshit.
At least the past generations got served an analysis of that bull from the media which at least some of the time produces corroborating facts and/or different views. Kids are now stuck in their echo chambers for engagement dollars.
Expand Quote@gumsole
You’re misusing the word “unfortunately” here.
This is a guy that argued that gays should be stoned, are groomers, and that children should witness public executions.
Well, a public execution certainly was witnessed in Utah. Be careful what you wish for.
Hate perpetuates hate.[close]
Hey man I get it, this guy spewed a lot of things that people didn't agree with. He painted a rather large target on himself like many others on both sides have. The columbine shooters didn't paint a bad picture for themselves but still were bullied and teased relentlessly because they were "different" till they got fed up and returned with brutal violence.
At the end of the day its not about left or right its about right or wrong. If something someone does or says ESPECIALLY someone you've never even met in person gets your feathers riled up, you can simply choose to ignore them. I've blocked many people on this forum because of their viewpoints and boom problem solved. Killing someone who has physically no threat to you or your family does not deserve being targeted and killed. That's just absurd unhinged behavior.
Some of these comments here are crazy. People are actually hyped this dude got killed because they didn't like him. Well a year ago my dog chased my neighbors cat into a tree and my neighbor shot and killed my dog. I fucking can't stand him but just last week his wife died of cancer. Am I over on my property dancing and cheering with joy. Absolutely not, I sent my condolences and moved on. Again, its simple, if you don't like sushi then don't eat it but don't hate the chef that makes it.
I for one am so glad he got mowed down. Inside job or not it’s great he finally shut the fuck up.
He built an empire on calling for violence against marginalized people, and violence answered. He championed the genocide in Gaza and had no qualms cheering on the massacre of thousands of innocent people, both domestically and across the globe.
Fuck this ghoul, fuck his dead homies, fuck anyone caping for him, and fuck everyone like him.
They transported Kirk’s body on Air Force 2. That’s your tax dollars at work right there.
Anyone out there happen to see the article that WSJ did this morning spreading lies and misinformation directly from the FBI stating ‘there was ammo found with trans and anti fascist ideologies engraved on the inside’? Seems they scrubbed that off the internet and replaced it with an ‘amended’ one saying it was local law enforcement that said that and it may not be true.
Looks like you were right on your take yesterday @TastyBurrito with they’ll blame trans people and run with the lie.
As for the trained shooter, i doubt it. Anyone with any basic training would NEVER attempt a head shot. You’re taught to always go center mass. Greater chance of downing them. I do applaud them for going bolt action 30-06.
Where’s the National Guard or the Marines? They’re paraded around for made up shit but actually having someone assassinated?
Nah, red state. We can’t risk that! Shit might get out of control.
Expand QuoteThey transported Kirk’s body on Air Force 2. That’s your tax dollars at work right there.[close]
They’re spending a billion to change all DoD text to Dept of War even though they can’t legally change that name without a 60 senator approval, so what’s another little drop in the bucket
Anyone out there happen to see the article that WSJ did this morning spreading lies and misinformation directly from the FBI stating ‘there was ammo found with trans and anti fascist ideologies engraved on the inside’? Seems they scrubbed that off the internet and replaced it with an ‘amended’ one saying it was local law enforcement that said that and it may not be true.
Looks like you were right on your take yesterday @TastyBurrito with they’ll blame trans people and run with the lie.
As for the trained shooter, i doubt it. Anyone with any basic training would NEVER attempt a head shot. You’re taught to always go center mass. Greater chance of downing them. I do applaud them for going bolt action 30-06.
Where’s the National Guard or the Marines? They’re paraded around for made up shit but actually having someone assassinated?
Nah, red state. We can’t risk that! Shit might get out of control.
I’m so jealous of Brazil for having a working judiciary.Major major shoutout to Brazil for showing the US how it's done.
Expand QuoteAnyone out there happen to see the article that WSJ did this morning spreading lies and misinformation directly from the FBI stating ‘there was ammo found with trans and anti fascist ideologies engraved on the inside’? Seems they scrubbed that off the internet and replaced it with an ‘amended’ one saying it was local law enforcement that said that and it may not be true.
Looks like you were right on your take yesterday @TastyBurrito with they’ll blame trans people and run with the lie.
As for the trained shooter, i doubt it. Anyone with any basic training would NEVER attempt a head shot. You’re taught to always go center mass. Greater chance of downing them. I do applaud them for going bolt action 30-06.
Where’s the National Guard or the Marines? They’re paraded around for made up shit but actually having someone assassinated?
Nah, red state. We can’t risk that! Shit might get out of control.[close]
People are already beginning the talks that Kirk’s death is the MAGA equivalent of the Reichstag Fire where the event was used to justify Hitler and the Nazi party to strip civil liberties, free speech, free press, etc., in order to surpress the Communist party’s supposed violent uprising.
Look at how GOP are already saying they’ll jail anyone talking bad about Kirk and his death on social media, even banning travelers visas to America if their social posts are negative to MAGA.
I don't think we should celebrate his death - but I don't think we should celebrate his life either.”We can disagree and still love each other unless your disagreement is rooted in my oppression and denial of my humanity and right to exist.” - James Baldwin
Shooting suspect at a 22-year old white cis male who is a Mormon that grew up in a conservative household with plenty of access to guns growing up.
I’m legit curious to see how Trump and MAGA will blame this on open borders, BLM, and Trans people.
Shooting suspect at a 22-year old white cis male who is a Mormon that grew up in a conservative household with plenty of access to guns growing up.
I’m legit curious to see how Trump and MAGA will blame this on open borders, BLM, and Trans people.
Expand QuoteShooting suspect at a 22-year old white cis male who is a Mormon that grew up in a conservative household with plenty of access to guns growing up.
I’m legit curious to see how Trump and MAGA will blame this on open borders, BLM, and Trans people.[close]
Idk man seems like a kid that would be perfect to get recruited by a 3 letter agency.
Only issue with that is he is still alive.
"Billionaire Bill Ackman has offered to donate $1 million to Charlie Kirk's family as an endowment and a separate $1 million to the FBI reward fund for information leading to the arrest of the shooter who assassinated Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University"
If your son did this would you turn him in?
Would you seek the reward?
What would you do with the money?
"Billionaire Bill Ackman has offered to donate $1 million to Charlie Kirk's family as an endowment and a separate $1 million to the FBI reward fund for information leading to the arrest of the shooter who assassinated Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University"
If your son did this would you turn him in?
Would you seek the reward?
What would you do with the money?
Expand Quote"Billionaire Bill Ackman has offered to donate $1 million to Charlie Kirk's family as an endowment and a separate $1 million to the FBI reward fund for information leading to the arrest of the shooter who assassinated Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University"
If your son did this would you turn him in?
Would you seek the reward?
What would you do with the money?[close]
I always said I would never have kids… but the thought of my hypothetical future child confiding in me that he slimed a prominent hate mongering Christian Nationalist. Well, that is enough to make me reconsider my stance on having children.
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If your son did this would you turn him in?
Would you seek the reward?
What would you do with the money?[close]
The way my mom put it: they were going to catch him, this was they way they thought he would be caught but stay alive
OOOOHHHHH SHIT HE'S A GROYPER!
Kirk got murked for not being racist and homophobic enough.
Yesterday Nancy Mace was declaring war on the violent left.
Here's Nancy Mace today...
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OOOOHHHHH SHIT HE'S A GROYPER!
Kirk got murked for not being racist and homophobic enough.
Yesterday Nancy Mace was declaring war on the violent left.
Here's Nancy Mace today...
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I teach at a German high school and many of my students were visibly shaken by his death today. That surprised me. His reach must have been insane. Why are students in Germany consuming his content…
If the “person of interest” is actually the guy, then it looks to me like another disgruntled right wing groyper dismayed that their former idol wasn’t extreme enough.
Real “years of lead” times coming. Be careful what you post on social media, there are highly coordinated doxxing campaigns going on
Expand QuoteExpand Quote"Billionaire Bill Ackman has offered to donate $1 million to Charlie Kirk's family as an endowment and a separate $1 million to the FBI reward fund for information leading to the arrest of the shooter who assassinated Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University"
If your son did this would you turn him in?
Would you seek the reward?
What would you do with the money?[close]
The way my mom put it: they were going to catch him, this was they way they thought he would be caught but stay alive[close]
I'm curious how his parents will deal with the media and how they will process what their son did.
Snitch ass dadWell, if it makes the dad feel better about snitching on his own flesh and blood to get the bag: if it were Pine’s kid he woulda done it for 1k
So Reichstag fire it’s not. Ernst Röhm it is.
Still waiting for our version of Operation Canned Goods since they’re going page for page out of the Nazi playbook. I’m betting that comes around midterms, you know, martial law declared in select states!
GH's boy Sam Hyde totally having a normal one.He's been mask off since the story of him harming an underage girl got out. If you scroll his replies, there's no way any of his behavior is a bit. He uses his troll behavior as a cover to keep you guessing about what is and isn't a bit but he apparently did groom and abuse an underage fan.
https://x.com/wigger/status/1965866324296454334
People still think this is some post-ironic satire?
shocking news from a guy whos handle is “wigger”He's been mask off since the story of him harming an underage girl got out. If you scroll his replies, there's no way any of his behavior is a bit. He uses his troll behavior as a cover to keep you guessing about what is and isn't a bit but he apparently did groom and abuse an underage fan.Expand QuoteGH's boy Sam Hyde totally having a normal one.
https://x.com/wigger/status/1965866324296454334
People still think this is some post-ironic satire?[close]
well well well...shooter isnt trans....Indeed they're, it makes me physically ill the depths of which they'll pander to their tragedy fetish. Kirk's wife has been giving interviews instead of mourning and grieving in silence and peace.
MAGA is so fucking stupid
I heard a sound bite of Kirk’s widow this morning and she sounded like she was getting ready to go to war.
Not exactly a distraught widow.
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Not exactly a distraught widow.[close]
Kinda like the videos of the hands in the casket and her mourning over his body, they feel like content driven to stir up rage rather than to show grief.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI heard a sound bite of Kirk’s widow this morning and she sounded like she was getting ready to go to war.
Not exactly a distraught widow.[close]
Kinda like the videos of the hands in the casket and her mourning over his body, they feel like content driven to stir up rage rather than to show grief.[close]
Incredible isn't it. Show must go on.
I’m so jealous of Brazil for having a working judiciary.
Heard some interesting narrative that the shooter may have been influenced by some beef btwn Kirk and an even more conservative right wing talking head, and the shooter was taking the side of the other guy. Like it was Conservative-on-Conservative violence. I dunno.
Heard some interesting narrative that the shooter may have been influenced by some beef btwn Kirk and an even more conservative right wing talking head, and the shooter was taking the side of the other guy. Like it was Conservative-on-Conservative violence. I dunno.
Sigh.
It really says a lot about a country when the death of a person who dedicated their life to spewing fear, hate, and division is given more reverence by its political leaders than classrooms full children who aren't old enough to form grammatically correct sentences yet having their heads blown off by some psychopath.
I mean, members of the EU Parliament wanted to hold a "moment of silence" for this guy.
A moment of silence. In EU Parliament. For this guy.
Try to wrap your mind around that for a second.Expand QuoteI’m so jealous of Brazil for having a working judiciary.[close]
I don't know why I laughed so hard at this. Would gnar.
Expand QuoteSigh.
It really says a lot about a country when the death of a person who dedicated their life to spewing fear, hate, and division is given more reverence by its political leaders than classrooms full children who aren't old enough to form grammatically correct sentences yet having their heads blown off by some psychopath.
I mean, members of the EU Parliament wanted to hold a "moment of silence" for this guy.
A moment of silence. In EU Parliament. For this guy.
Try to wrap your mind around that for a second.Expand QuoteI’m so jealous of Brazil for having a working judiciary.[close]
I don't know why I laughed so hard at this. Would gnar.[close]
Didn’t they do it and most people banged their desk throughout?
Expand QuoteThis is them bullshitting trying to cover their ass, don’t fall for it.
They’ve determined “trans” is going to be the flashpoint to go after the left. That fell apart when the reality of this event started to become apparent, so now they straight up lie.
Realize what their endgame is with this and work backwards. There was a Fox News host just today saying that homeless people should be euthanized against their will. They’re making doxxing lists of anyone they feel is posting “leftist ideology”. They’re getting close and letting their mask slip. Things are going to accelerate quickly.[close]
That shit was insane. He literally said “just kill em” and they all just acted like it was a totally normal thing to say. Like how is that not costing that ghoul his job at the very least
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThis is them bullshitting trying to cover their ass, don’t fall for it.
They’ve determined “trans” is going to be the flashpoint to go after the left. That fell apart when the reality of this event started to become apparent, so now they straight up lie.
Realize what their endgame is with this and work backwards. There was a Fox News host just today saying that homeless people should be euthanized against their will. They’re making doxxing lists of anyone they feel is posting “leftist ideology”. They’re getting close and letting their mask slip. Things are going to accelerate quickly.[close]
That shit was insane. He literally said “just kill em” and they all just acted like it was a totally normal thing to say. Like how is that not costing that ghoul his job at the very least[close]
Especially when MSNBC fired Dowd for saying, “hateful thoughts leads to hateful words which lead to hateful actions.” In no way did he celebrate Kirk’s death, besmirch his name, and/or glorify violence.
Adding to that, Defense Secretary Hegseth, our DUI hire, just fired a marine and is theatening military personnel consequences if they write anything that’s short of worshipping Kirk on their social accounts. Literally using the Pentagon to scan military members’ personal accounts to find those who aren’t “loyal.”
Like, not only is this a HUGE breach of the First Amendment, this is literally a page out of the fascist nation playbook. And all of this is being treated normal by the media.[close]
This all feels like that steamroller scene in Austin powers. Like, where the fuck are the good guys? How is this all just going down without any real opposition? All we get is fucking Gavin Newsom making AI memes teasing Trump and anyone else involved in politics who has any fucking balls gets snuffed out. The right has been working on this shit for 40+ years and nobody had a fuckin plan to combat this shit when it’s at our doorstep? Maybe this is how it goes down when you build your empire on the graves of natives using slave labor.
110K fascists marched in London todayElon zoomed in to the rally and told another country that he doesn't live in that they should dismantle their democracy. He stumbled and stuttered through it and looked like another chicken fried technofacist just like his other goofball homies from the Paypal mafia.
Expand QuoteSigh.
It really says a lot about a country when the death of a person who dedicated their life to spewing fear, hate, and division is given more reverence by its political leaders than classrooms full children who aren't old enough to form grammatically correct sentences yet having their heads blown off by some psychopath.
I mean, members of the EU Parliament wanted to hold a "moment of silence" for this guy.
A moment of silence. In EU Parliament. For this guy.
Try to wrap your mind around that for a second.Expand QuoteI’m so jealous of Brazil for having a working judiciary.[close]
I don't know why I laughed so hard at this. Would gnar.[close]
Didn’t they do it and most people banged their desk throughout?
Oh hey, the Governor of Utah is telling the media that the dude accused of shooting that guy was “deeply indoctrinated by leftist ideology,” and went on to provide absolutely zero evidence to back up his claim. I didn’t see that coming.
Ben was stunned with silence.Good God watching ben Shapiro debates and bragging about getting into political fights with your family on Facebook, your a fuckin loser
Good God watching ben Shapiro debates and bragging about getting into political fights with your family on Facebook, your a fuckin loserExpand QuoteBen was stunned with silence.[close]
Good God watching ben Shapiro debates and bragging about getting into political fights with your family on Facebook, your a fuckin loserExpand QuoteBen was stunned with silence.[close]
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/14/us/kirk-shooting-suspect-ideology-partner.html
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The article says the dead guy was answering a question about transgender people when he was shot, but I saw that shit go down, and he was attempting to deflect a question about gun violence by asking if gang-related shootings count.
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The article says the dead guy was answering a question about transgender people when he was shot, but I saw that shit go down, and he was attempting to deflect a question about gun violence by asking if gang-related shootings count.[close]
*if gang related shootings count towards offsetting the stats regarding white guys inflicting all the mass shootings
Expand Quotehttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/14/us/kirk-shooting-suspect-ideology-partner.html[close]
The article says the dead guy was answering a question about transgender people when he was shot, but I saw that shit go down, and he was attempting to deflect a question about gun violence by asking if gang-related shootings count.
Kash Patel and the FBI have begun investigating all left-wing groups for any kind of connection to the shooter. Just a circus show now looking for any reason to blame the left, sow division, and spread political hate.Kash Patel is going to be lucky if he makes it through this week as director. MAGA is pissed at him for both the bungling of the investigation and the Valhalla shoutout he directed at Charlie. It would make sense that he would turn to dry snitchin to get his dumbass out of hot water.
Can’t wait to see some of those crazy ass connections —like “this liberal group likes pizza and the shooter likes pizza, which means this group was reaponsible for grooming the shooter.”
Also farmers in Arkansas and Nebraska who are mad at Trump because they’re losing their farms are no longer mad at Trump or focused on their bankruptcies.
Kash Patel is going to be lucky if he makes it through this week as director. MAGA is pissed at him for both the bungling of the investigation and the Valhalla shoutout he directed at Charlie. It would make sense that he would turn to dry snitchin to get his dumbass out of hot water.Expand QuoteKash Patel and the FBI have begun investigating all left-wing groups for any kind of connection to the shooter. Just a circus show now looking for any reason to blame the left, sow division, and spread political hate.
Can’t wait to see some of those crazy ass connections —like “this liberal group likes pizza and the shooter likes pizza, which means this group was reaponsible for grooming the shooter.”[close]
Expand QuoteExpand Quotehttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/14/us/kirk-shooting-suspect-ideology-partner.html[close]
The article says the dead guy was answering a question about transgender people when he was shot, but I saw that shit go down, and he was attempting to deflect a question about gun violence by asking if gang-related shootings count.[close]
A guy had asked Kirk how many trans mass shooters there had been over the past X years, Kirk responded "too many" to some brain dead cheering. The guy followed up by asking the number of mass shooters total over the same period, which Kirk attempted to deflect with a racist dogwhistle.
Presumably the guy asking the question was going to compare the number of trans mass shooters against the total number of mass shooters and potentially compare that ratio against the percentage of the population that identifies as transgender (which would suggest that trans shooters are underrepresented and therefore less prone to gun violence). As we saw however, the whole thing was uh, interrupted.
God damn....I found it weird that Net&Yahoo had to declare that he didn’t have anything to do with it, and than blamed it on Islamists and the left.
https://thegrayzone.com/2025/09/12/charlie-kirk-netanyahu-israel-assassination/ (https://thegrayzone.com/2025/09/12/charlie-kirk-netanyahu-israel-assassination/)
.Expand QuoteGod damn....
https://thegrayzone.com/2025/09/12/charlie-kirk-netanyahu-israel-assassination/ (https://thegrayzone.com/2025/09/12/charlie-kirk-netanyahu-israel-assassination/)[close]
Republicans’ obsession with trans people and trying to pin “trans ideology” as motivation for what happened is so fucking stupid, but not surprising.
Expand Quote.Expand QuoteGod damn....
https://thegrayzone.com/2025/09/12/charlie-kirk-netanyahu-israel-assassination/ (https://thegrayzone.com/2025/09/12/charlie-kirk-netanyahu-israel-assassination/)[close]
Republicans’ obsession with trans people and trying to pin “trans ideology” as motivation for what happened is so fucking stupid, but not surprising.[close]
Not that I'm bashing anyone who's trans or under that umbrella the "rights obsession" with anything lgbtq+ is their own projections and confessions.
They’re openly coming for free speech now. Be careful what you post.
Expand QuoteThey’re openly coming for free speech now. Be careful what you post.[close]
Yes do be carful posting straight up hate speech on the internet. Apparently work places don’t like employing complete pieces of garbage.
Expand QuoteThey’re openly coming for free speech now. Be careful what you post.[close]
Yes do be carful posting straight up hate speech on the internet. Apparently work places don’t like employing complete pieces of garbage.
Expand QuoteThey’re openly coming for free speech now. Be careful what you post.[close]
Yes do be carful posting straight up hate speech on the internet. Apparently work places don’t like employing complete pieces of garbage.
If this made it to the Supreme Court it would take some serious mental gymnastics for the 6 right wing justices to say, "Refusing to make a cake or a website is legal, but people can be forced to print posters."
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If this made it to the Supreme Court it would take some serious mental gymnastics for the 6 right wing justices to say, "Refusing to make a cake or a website is legal, but people can be forced to print posters."[close]
i honestly don’t see it being a huge stretch on their part. the cake and website have design elements that constitute speech on the part of the designer / implementer (the baker and the developer) but the employee at the print shop is paid to run a machine. it is not their speech being infringed upon. if i was a conservative justice and a cunt, i would start there.
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If this made it to the Supreme Court it would take some serious mental gymnastics for the 6 right wing justices to say, "Refusing to make a cake or a website is legal, but people can be forced to print posters."[close]
i honestly don’t see it being a huge stretch on their part. the cake and website have design elements that constitute speech on the part of the designer / implementer (the baker and the developer) but the employee at the print shop is paid to run a machine. it is not their speech being infringed upon. if i was a conservative justice and a cunt, i would start there.
You're right maybe I'm a bit tone deaf for that (just pointing out their usual behaviors as projections) I apologize. I'm seeing quite a bit of that side freely using memes to bag on lgbtq+ it sucks as we're reverting backwards towards kooks using slurs and other reprehensible behaviors.Expand QuoteExpand Quote.Expand QuoteGod damn....
https://thegrayzone.com/2025/09/12/charlie-kirk-netanyahu-israel-assassination/ (https://thegrayzone.com/2025/09/12/charlie-kirk-netanyahu-israel-assassination/)[close]
Republicans’ obsession with trans people and trying to pin “trans ideology” as motivation for what happened is so fucking stupid, but not surprising.[close]
Not that I'm bashing anyone who's trans or under that umbrella the "rights obsession" with anything lgbtq+ is their own projections and confessions.[close]
What? Perhaps maybe because their rights are constantly being threatened. Perhaps maybe the obsession is due to existential reasons.
The idea that anyone really thought the killer was a Nick Fuentes fan is pretty amusing.
It was a painfully obvious coping mechanism for the gravedancers who felt the need to morally distance themselves from the killer while still being happy about what he did. This has backfired spectacularly, because a lot more people noticed that than you think.
Expand QuoteThe idea that anyone really thought the killer was a Nick Fuentes fan is pretty amusing.
It was a painfully obvious coping mechanism for the gravedancers who felt the need to morally distance themselves from the killer while still being happy about what he did. This has backfired spectacularly, because a lot more people noticed that than you think.[close]
What are you trying to say? How has his motives or associations been proven in any capacity for you to say this?
via https://www.cnn.com/2025/09/16/us/text-message-tyler-robinson-roomate-vis
Looking at some recent cases of self-incrimination, where the perpetrator flaunts their criminality, it seems unfathomable anyone would willingly shoot themselves in the foot. What’s the logic behind it?
Some of it is braggadocio. Some of it has to do with wanting acceptance by criminal peers—that’s especially true with gangs, but not exclusively; it’s also true with juveniles. They think it gives them street cred.
Jimmy Kimmel just got his show canceled over his comments about Charlie Kirk.
Funny how freedom of speech only applies if you're a nazi.
Now, I don't give a single shit about Jimmy and ABC and this show, but him and Colbert being "silenced" is alarming. Meanwhile, we have right-wing media spewing lies, RFK being a complete dumb fuck, and Trump himself going on boomer rants at 2am. But that's okay cause its "freedumb of speech" for these guys.
EDIT: to clarify, this is what got his show canceled:
"We hit some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang desperately trying to characterize this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them and doing everything they can to score political points from it," Kimmel said.
that's literally it.....
i want susan monarez to vaccinate my brains out.
Trump just declared Antifa a “terrorist organization”.
Declare your enemies terrorists and you can justify their murder.
if we’re going by the narrative, it is absolutely cope to think a groyper, of all people, is going to engrave “bella ciao” and “hey fascist catch” on bullets to assassinate charlie kirkExpand QuoteThe idea that anyone really thought the killer was a Nick Fuentes fan is pretty amusing.
It was a painfully obvious coping mechanism for the gravedancers who felt the need to morally distance themselves from the killer while still being happy about what he did. This has backfired spectacularly, because a lot more people noticed that than you think.[close]
What are you trying to say? How has his motives or associations been proven in any capacity for you to say this?
Jimmy Kimmel just got his show canceled over his comments about Charlie Kirk.
Funny how freedom of speech only applies if you're a nazi.
Now, I don't give a single shit about Jimmy and ABC and this show, but him and Colbert being "silenced" is alarming. Meanwhile, we have right-wing media spewing lies, RFK being a complete dumb fuck, and Trump himself going on boomer rants at 2am. But that's okay cause its "freedumb of speech" for these guys.
EDIT: to clarify, this is what got his show canceled:
"We hit some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang desperately trying to characterize this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them and doing everything they can to score political points from it," Kimmel said.
that's literally it.....
if we’re going by the narrative, it is absolutely cope to think a groyper, of all people, is going to engrave “bella ciao” and “hey fascist catch” on bullets to assassinate charlie kirkExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThe idea that anyone really thought the killer was a Nick Fuentes fan is pretty amusing.
It was a painfully obvious coping mechanism for the gravedancers who felt the need to morally distance themselves from the killer while still being happy about what he did. This has backfired spectacularly, because a lot more people noticed that than you think.[close]
What are you trying to say? How has his motives or associations been proven in any capacity for you to say this?[close]
also, maga parents ≠ maga kid, kids of conservative parents rebel by turning left, a tale as old as time
Jimmy Kimmel didn’t say shit that isn’t true, MAGAts are doing their best to paint the Kirk killer as a radical leftist are they not?
Trump”s tweet about the show being pulled off the air (he wrongly said it was cancelled) is more proof (as if we needed any more) that DJT is the biggest pussy, softest bitch toddler ass whiny man baby that has ever walked the face of the earth.
if we’re going by the narrative, it is absolutely cope to think a groyper, of all people, is going to engrave “bella ciao” and “hey fascist catch” on bullets to assassinate charlie kirkExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThe idea that anyone really thought the killer was a Nick Fuentes fan is pretty amusing.
It was a painfully obvious coping mechanism for the gravedancers who felt the need to morally distance themselves from the killer while still being happy about what he did. This has backfired spectacularly, because a lot more people noticed that than you think.[close]
What are you trying to say? How has his motives or associations been proven in any capacity for you to say this?[close]
also, maga parents ≠ maga kid, kids of conservative parents rebel by turning left, a tale as old as time
by prefacing my last post with “if we’re going by the narrative”, i mean i also don’t trust what we are being told. but going off of that no i don’t think he’s of the same nihilistic strain as the minneapolis shooter. “owo what’s this” and “if you’re reading this you’re gay” is like chapo-tier shit.Expand Quoteif we’re going by the narrative, it is absolutely cope to think a groyper, of all people, is going to engrave “bella ciao” and “hey fascist catch” on bullets to assassinate charlie kirkExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThe idea that anyone really thought the killer was a Nick Fuentes fan is pretty amusing.
It was a painfully obvious coping mechanism for the gravedancers who felt the need to morally distance themselves from the killer while still being happy about what he did. This has backfired spectacularly, because a lot more people noticed that than you think.[close]
What are you trying to say? How has his motives or associations been proven in any capacity for you to say this?[close]
also, maga parents ≠ maga kid, kids of conservative parents rebel by turning left, a tale as old as time[close]
What about “if you’re reading this, you’re gay”? Or the Owo one? Sounds like dumb internet shit
Isn’t the whole point of this person like the Minnesota person is to have a bunch of contradictory opinions and beliefs to hide behind
by prefacing my last post with “if we’re going by the narrative”, i mean i also don’t trust what we are being told. but going off of that no i don’t think he’s of the same nihilistic strain as the minneapolis shooter. “owo what’s this” and “if you’re reading this you’re gay” is like chapo-tier shit.Expand QuoteExpand Quoteif we’re going by the narrative, it is absolutely cope to think a groyper, of all people, is going to engrave “bella ciao” and “hey fascist catch” on bullets to assassinate charlie kirkExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThe idea that anyone really thought the killer was a Nick Fuentes fan is pretty amusing.
It was a painfully obvious coping mechanism for the gravedancers who felt the need to morally distance themselves from the killer while still being happy about what he did. This has backfired spectacularly, because a lot more people noticed that than you think.[close]
What are you trying to say? How has his motives or associations been proven in any capacity for you to say this?[close]
also, maga parents ≠ maga kid, kids of conservative parents rebel by turning left, a tale as old as time[close]
What about “if you’re reading this, you’re gay”? Or the Owo one? Sounds like dumb internet shit
Isn’t the whole point of this person like the Minnesota person is to have a bunch of contradictory opinions and beliefs to hide behind[close]
Did people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.
if we’re going by the narrative, it is absolutely cope to think a groyper, of all people, is going to engrave “bella ciao” and “hey fascist catch” on bullets to assassinate charlie kirkExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThe idea that anyone really thought the killer was a Nick Fuentes fan is pretty amusing.
It was a painfully obvious coping mechanism for the gravedancers who felt the need to morally distance themselves from the killer while still being happy about what he did. This has backfired spectacularly, because a lot more people noticed that than you think.[close]
What are you trying to say? How has his motives or associations been proven in any capacity for you to say this?[close]
also, maga parents ≠ maga kid, kids of conservative parents rebel by turning left, a tale as old as time
Did people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.
Did people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.Kimmel is really funny, never heard of Jay Mohr
Did people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.
Expand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.
Expand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.
There's a pretty clear difference between publicly traded social media platforms not wanting to host repeat offenders, which they are under no legal obligation to do, and the head of the FCC asserting pressure on ABC leadership because a guy they don't like made what may or may not turn out to be a factual error. Where is your outrage for Brian Kilmeade's suggestion that we should forcibly execute homeless people?Expand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
It baffles me that you can't tell the difference. Kimmel being taken off the air is censorship by proxy. It's the government pressuring private action, and that is a violation of the First Amendment. It is also so fucking clearly happening because Nexstar wants to merge with another company so they can acquire more stations, and they can't do that without the FCC's approval. DT being banned on social media was a consequence he earned that was handed down from those individual companies for violating their individual rules of conduct.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
It baffles me that you can't tell the difference. Kimmel being taken off the air is censorship by proxy. It's the government pressuring private action, and that is a violation of the First Amendment. It is also so fucking clearly happening because Nexstar wants to merge with another company so they can acquire more stations, and they can't do that without the FCC's approval. DT being banned on social media was a consequence he earned that was handed down from those individual companies for violating their individual rules of conduct.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
It baffles me that you can't tell the difference. Kimmel being taken off the air is censorship by proxy. It's the government pressuring private action, and that is a violation of the First Amendment. It is also so fucking clearly happening because Nexstar wants to merge with another company so they can acquire more stations, and they can't do that without the FCC's approval. DT being banned on social media was a consequence he earned that was handed down from those individual companies for violating their individual rules of conduct.[close]
I’m sure this hurts to read
(https://i.ibb.co/Y4G9rtC0/IMG-4791.png)
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
It baffles me that you can't tell the difference. Kimmel being taken off the air is censorship by proxy. It's the government pressuring private action, and that is a violation of the First Amendment. It is also so fucking clearly happening because Nexstar wants to merge with another company so they can acquire more stations, and they can't do that without the FCC's approval. DT being banned on social media was a consequence he earned that was handed down from those individual companies for violating their individual rules of conduct.[close]
I’m sure this hurts to read
(https://i.ibb.co/Y4G9rtC0/IMG-4791.png)
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.
Speaking of Chapo Trap House, their sept 18 episode is worth a listen. They refer to T. Robinson as a "meme-kid" and i think i agree.Expand Quoteby prefacing my last post with “if we’re going by the narrative”, i mean i also don’t trust what we are being told. but going off of that no i don’t think he’s of the same nihilistic strain as the minneapolis shooter. “owo what’s this” and “if you’re reading this you’re gay” is like chapo-tier shit.Expand QuoteExpand Quoteif we’re going by the narrative, it is absolutely cope to think a groyper, of all people, is going to engrave “bella ciao” and “hey fascist catch” on bullets to assassinate charlie kirkExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThe idea that anyone really thought the killer was a Nick Fuentes fan is pretty amusing.
It was a painfully obvious coping mechanism for the gravedancers who felt the need to morally distance themselves from the killer while still being happy about what he did. This has backfired spectacularly, because a lot more people noticed that than you think.[close]
What are you trying to say? How has his motives or associations been proven in any capacity for you to say this?[close]
also, maga parents ≠ maga kid, kids of conservative parents rebel by turning left, a tale as old as time[close]
What about “if you’re reading this, you’re gay”? Or the Owo one? Sounds like dumb internet shit
Isn’t the whole point of this person like the Minnesota person is to have a bunch of contradictory opinions and beliefs to hide behind[close][close]
Im not that plugged into the internet or discord or wherever this stuff comes from to know. Don’t even know what chapo-tier means. I’m aware of chapo trap house…
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
spreading false information does NOT equal freedom of speech....
It's hilarious how people claiming "mah freedumb of speeech" don't even know what it means, and thinks it gives them a right to spew hateful racist and dangerous shit from their mouths.....
You're literally a dumbass
(https://media1.tenor.com/m/-cI28X7tdiUAAAAC/slow-jerk.gif)
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
spreading false information does NOT equal freedom of speech....
It's hilarious how people claiming "mah freedumb of speeech" don't even know what it means, and thinks it gives them a right to spew hateful racist and dangerous shit from their mouths.....
You're literally a dumbass[close]
Jimmy Kimmel literally did that buddy
Kimmel got canceled for falling for the same shit Slap did.
So I wonder what will happen with south park. Just saw they posted somethin saying the ep wasnt finished. Could be some truth in that.
They've been roastin the fuck outta that dude.
Are they being silenced? What yall think?
So I wonder what will happen with south park. Just saw they posted somethin saying the ep wasnt finished. Could be some truth in that.
They've been roastin the fuck outta that dude.
Are they being silenced? What yall think?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
spreading false information does NOT equal freedom of speech....
It's hilarious how people claiming "mah freedumb of speeech" don't even know what it means, and thinks it gives them a right to spew hateful racist and dangerous shit from their mouths.....
You're literally a dumbass[close]
Jimmy Kimmel literally did that buddy
American political discussions are so depressing^
You are not even talking about anything you are just trying to make the other side look worse!
Also, Why are these monopolies not broken up?
Both sides should agree to this.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
spreading false information does NOT equal freedom of speech....
It's hilarious how people claiming "mah freedumb of speeech" don't even know what it means, and thinks it gives them a right to spew hateful racist and dangerous shit from their mouths.....
You're literally a dumbass[close]
Jimmy Kimmel literally did that buddy
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
spreading false information does NOT equal freedom of speech....
It's hilarious how people claiming "mah freedumb of speeech" don't even know what it means, and thinks it gives them a right to spew hateful racist and dangerous shit from their mouths.....
You're literally a dumbass[close]
Jimmy Kimmel literally did that buddy[close]
What did Jimmy Kimmel say that was untrue?
This timeline fucking sucks. Fuck this country and it's politics. Honestly it's so exhausting that eating a bullet sounds quite appetizing.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
Welcome back marinara, go fuck yourself
Expand QuoteAmerican political discussions are so depressing^
You are not even talking about anything you are just trying to make the other side look worse![close]
This is the major problem with the American two-party system — no compromise is needed, just majority. And until a major third party comes along it will be like this again and again.
Prior to Trump’s first administration, there used to be some reaching across the aisle when it came to some issues but now, you can see why Trump and GOP were pushing mid-term redistricting because with Congressional majority in both the House and Senate, there’s no need to reach across the aisle — it’s about getting power and staying in power.Expand Quote
Also, Why are these monopolies not broken up?[close]
In a rudimentary reasoning: Lassiez-Faire. The belief of little to no Government interference in business. Also combined with the 90s ruling led by Mitch McConnell to let more money into politics by allowing corporate lobbying simply let these businesses buy their way into legislation.
Look at Kyrsten Sinema who ran to help the people, took corporate money, and all her decisions as a Senator were based on who funded her campaign. Basically a huge 180 of her promises when on the campaign trail.
It’s why tobacco, oil, NRA, etc., can get away with so much, because they can effect the economy and people’s political future. Campaigning is hard and expensive, so people who work for their corporate lobby get to stay in power and once there, no longer needing to listen to the people they represent. Much like why those who take 6/7-figure donations from the NRA are also the ones who are the quickest to move on from gun violence and kill any kind of gun legislaton. Same with those who take money from Oil — fighting climate control and environmental laws and regulation.Expand QuoteBoth sides should agree to this.[close]
Bernie Sanders delivered a lecture that best described this in the early 2000s, that the best way to pass the legislation you want is to divide people on every issue, no matter how small. Keeping the people divided is a distraction that has us constantly at each other’s throats.
https://youtu.be/aHTeMTC4aTg?si=5c8_5lcaPvOo2Q-A
This timeline fucking sucks. Fuck this country and it's politics. Honestly it's so exhausting that eating a bullet sounds quite appetizing.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
Welcome back marinara, go fuck yourself[close]
I have my wife to lean on and that's a lot more than others so I am grateful eternally for her kindness and patience.Expand QuoteThis timeline fucking sucks. Fuck this country and it's politics. Honestly it's so exhausting that eating a bullet sounds quite appetizing.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
Welcome back marinara, go fuck yourself[close][close]
I know it’s ruthless out there but maintain hope and stay safe homie, they want you dead, stay alive to resist them.
Credit where credits due: Ted Cruz is speaking out against the FCC while a shit ton of house dems vote to honor CK
Expand QuoteCredit where credits due: Ted Cruz is speaking out against the FCC while a shit ton of house dems vote to honor CK[close]
I also hate that I agree with Ted and Tucker Carlson’s stance on the FCC.
WTF timeline is this?!
Look at all the resistance to Democratic Socialism that's coming from establishment figures like Hakeem Jeffries even after the party endorsed Zohran Mamdani.
I think you're missing the point. It's not moderates that don't like progressives. It's the party leadership. They'd rather make up moderate voters in their head like Chuck Schumer's Baileys then engage with honestly anyone let alone persuadable moderates. What they're serving is what was already rejected.Expand QuoteLook at all the resistance to Democratic Socialism that's coming from establishment figures like Hakeem Jeffries even after the party endorsed Zohran Mamdani.[close]
America's persuadable middle seems not to like progressives lately
I think you're missing the point. It's not moderates that don't like progressives. It's the party leadership. They'd rather make up moderate voters in their head like Chuck Schumer's Baileys then engage with honestly anyone let alone persuadable moderates. What they're serving is what was already rejected.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteLook at all the resistance to Democratic Socialism that's coming from establishment figures like Hakeem Jeffries even after the party endorsed Zohran Mamdani.[close]
America's persuadable middle seems not to like progressives lately[close]
not trying at all to argue with you guys but neither of those responses make much sense and don't really relate to the point i made. persuadable voters make up their own minds and arent voting for progressive candidates in many major racesNext mayor of NYC is really progressive
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
This response tells me you don’t understand censorship and the first amendment without you having to say it.
There’s a BIG difference between language violating terms of service with a private company — which he did and was banned for until Elon bought it and released him from Twitter jail — and the government surpressing your speech.
Free speech in general doesn’t mean freedom from reprecussions. Like if he went on air and said the n-word, then yea, take him off.
But Free Speech in terms of the First Amendment means the government can’t surpress you. Which is the care here because he said something that Trump and MAGA didn’t like (not hate, just observational commentary) and Trump used his power and position to pressure the FCC to basically create a quid-pro-quo — removing Kimmel to approve a merger.
This is attempted control of the media by the government. Which is also out of the Project 2025 playbook.
Much like Trump banning certain media sources from the White House press room because he deems them “fake” while putting known propaganders like Tim Pool, Newsmax, and Fox right up front.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
This response tells me you don’t understand censorship and the first amendment without you having to say it.
There’s a BIG difference between language violating terms of service with a private company — which he did and was banned for until Elon bought it and released him from Twitter jail — and the government surpressing your speech.
Free speech in general doesn’t mean freedom from reprecussions. Like if he went on air and said the n-word, then yea, take him off.
But Free Speech in terms of the First Amendment means the government can’t surpress you. Which is the care here because he said something that Trump and MAGA didn’t like (not hate, just observational commentary) and Trump used his power and position to pressure the FCC to basically create a quid-pro-quo — removing Kimmel to approve a merger.
This is attempted control of the media by the government. Which is also out of the Project 2025 playbook.
Much like Trump banning certain media sources from the White House press room because he deems them “fake” while putting known propaganders like Tim Pool, Newsmax, and Fox right up front.[close]
I think you're defeating your own argument here.
Broadcasting requires a license in the USA, hence it's not a right. Anytime you need a license to do something, the privilege is bestowed upon you by the body granting you the license. First amendment rights do not apply on the radio or television.
In the last five years, the FBI and CDC were telling social media platforms what to censor. You do not need a license to host a website (yet). This example would be far closer to your idea of government interference and censorship.
I'm not taking a political side here one way or another, just trying to be objective. If you want to be objective, then it comes down to money, as EVERYTHING in this country does. Kimmel's ratings were dropping to begin with. If he's gonna say things that affect their viewership and ad revenue, then ABC is gonna have to do something about it. Furthermore, Disney doesn't want to be associated with that act when they're trying to market their trash to children.
Bad faith "arguments"
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDid people a favor, Kimmel isn’t funny. Put Jay Mohr or someone that actually knows how to have a conversation with someone and doesn’t just laugh about bs.[close]
Silencing dissenting speech against the state, and speech in general, is not something to lightly brush aside nor celebrate.
Everyone should be alarmed by this type of behavior. It doesn’t end with people standing on either the right or left, we are all equally impacted by this. The right will be impacted when it’s too late, and they realize the machine turned against them and never really represented them.[close]
Trump was literally banned on all social media platforms for like 2 years, did you guys have the same feelings about that? Doubt it. Free speech only matters to you guys as long as it aligns with your viewpoints.[close]
This response tells me you don’t understand censorship and the first amendment without you having to say it.
There’s a BIG difference between language violating terms of service with a private company — which he did and was banned for until Elon bought it and released him from Twitter jail — and the government surpressing your speech.
Free speech in general doesn’t mean freedom from reprecussions. Like if he went on air and said the n-word, then yea, take him off.
But Free Speech in terms of the First Amendment means the government can’t surpress you. Which is the care here because he said something that Trump and MAGA didn’t like (not hate, just observational commentary) and Trump used his power and position to pressure the FCC to basically create a quid-pro-quo — removing Kimmel to approve a merger.
This is attempted control of the media by the government. Which is also out of the Project 2025 playbook.
Much like Trump banning certain media sources from the White House press room because he deems them “fake” while putting known propaganders like Tim Pool, Newsmax, and Fox right up front.[close]
I think you're defeating your own argument here.
Broadcasting requires a license in the USA, hence it's not a right. Anytime you need a license to do something, the privilege is bestowed upon you by the body granting you the license. First amendment rights do not apply on the radio or television.
In the last five years, the FBI and CDC were telling social media platforms what to censor. You do not need a license to host a website (yet). This example would be far closer to your idea of government interference and censorship.
I'm not taking a political side here one way or another, just trying to be objective. If you want to be objective, then it comes down to money, as EVERYTHING in this country does. Kimmel's ratings were dropping to begin with. If he's gonna say things that affect their viewership and ad revenue, then ABC is gonna have to do something about it. Furthermore, Disney doesn't want to be associated with that act when they're trying to market their trash to children.
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I would say “isn’t there something in the bible about worshipping false idols made of gold?” but we all know they don’t read and/or follow the bible. They just weaponize it.
So, uh... what do you guys make of the newly designated "terror" group in the US? Seems to be a major point we missed.
Can we predict the state wants to criminalize anyone who isn't a fascist?
Point B: any one with a brain should have seen nothing good would have come from the CK shooting
He’a got a statue too.. they’re bending over backwards to explain how this isn’t an idol:
(https://www.opindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Trump-Golden-statue-with-bitcoin-2025-09-18-14-32-38.jpg)
Expand QuoteHe’a got a statue too.. they’re bending over backwards to explain how this isn’t an idol:
(https://www.opindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Trump-Golden-statue-with-bitcoin-2025-09-18-14-32-38.jpg)[close]
I didn’t get at first this was meant to be a positive thing
So uh we’re fucked
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHe’a got a statue too.. they’re bending over backwards to explain how this isn’t an idol:
(https://www.opindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Trump-Golden-statue-with-bitcoin-2025-09-18-14-32-38.jpg)[close]
I didn’t get at first this was meant to be a positive thing[close]
Is…is…is that real? Feels AI generated. Also, I doubt Trump would allow a statue to be made of him that doesn’t look as if he had a Rambo-esque physique.
Jimmy Kimmel is back on ABC after Disney lost $4billion
China is keeping the algorithm.
Expand QuoteChina is keeping the algorithm.[close]
As good as this is, I still don't trust it. Trump and his cronies who own that board will get their hands on it eventually.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteChina is keeping the algorithm.[close]
As good as this is, I still don't trust it. Trump and his cronies who own that board will get their hands on it eventually.[close]
I don’t think so - from what I understand algorithms are on the level of the coca a cola recipe for tech companies.
Also fun note : severe grindr crash in the area of the CK memorial last nights
They're 3 for 3 at this point. CPAC, RNC and now the AZ Kirk Memorial. Mass hog event indeed.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteChina is keeping the algorithm.[close]
As good as this is, I still don't trust it. Trump and his cronies who own that board will get their hands on it eventually.[close]
I don’t think so - from what I understand algorithms are on the level of the coca a cola recipe for tech companies.
Also fun note : severe grindr crash in the area of the CK memorial last nights[close]
My favorite fun fact -- whenever there's a big Republican event, Grindr usage soars and crashes the server.
Well that was obvious. I wonder what Sinclair and Nextstar will run instead.
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/09/23/kimmel-abc-nexstar-sinclair-fcc.html
Who fucking gives a shit about that kook CK?! This memorial was so trashy and posturing might as well have been a WWF event. Whenever someone dies unexpectedly or murdered you'd think there's a grace period of silent mourning, maybe a select few celebration low-key of course. Not this fucking guy let's go full on 4th of July with this garbage rhetoric, wouldn't be surprised if Roseanne and that Canadian kook came out or kid Rock! Wasn't most of his supporters incel women haters? Hard to imagine they'd support his wife let alone listen to her, gotta get that influencer 💰. What a bunch of smooth brains.
Expand QuoteWho fucking gives a shit about that kook CK?! This memorial was so trashy and posturing might as well have been a WWF event. Whenever someone dies unexpectedly or murdered you'd think there's a grace period of silent mourning, maybe a select few celebration low-key of course. Not this fucking guy let's go full on 4th of July with this garbage rhetoric, wouldn't be surprised if Roseanne and that Canadian kook came out or kid Rock! Wasn't most of his supporters incel women haters? Hard to imagine they'd support his wife let alone listen to her, gotta get that influencer 💰. What a bunch of smooth brains.[close]
Every day we’re getting closer and closer to real life idiocracy.
I'd gnar you if I could, but this right here is so poignant.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWho fucking gives a shit about that kook CK?! This memorial was so trashy and posturing might as well have been a WWF event. Whenever someone dies unexpectedly or murdered you'd think there's a grace period of silent mourning, maybe a select few celebration low-key of course. Not this fucking guy let's go full on 4th of July with this garbage rhetoric, wouldn't be surprised if Roseanne and that Canadian kook came out or kid Rock! Wasn't most of his supporters incel women haters? Hard to imagine they'd support his wife let alone listen to her, gotta get that influencer 💰. What a bunch of smooth brains.[close]
Every day we’re getting closer and closer to real life idiocracy.[close]
Devo was right all along. DEVOLUTION is playing out on the tube in front of our eyes.
I'd gnar you if I could, but this right here is so poignant.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWho fucking gives a shit about that kook CK?! This memorial was so trashy and posturing might as well have been a WWF event. Whenever someone dies unexpectedly or murdered you'd think there's a grace period of silent mourning, maybe a select few celebration low-key of course. Not this fucking guy let's go full on 4th of July with this garbage rhetoric, wouldn't be surprised if Roseanne and that Canadian kook came out or kid Rock! Wasn't most of his supporters incel women haters? Hard to imagine they'd support his wife let alone listen to her, gotta get that influencer 💰. What a bunch of smooth brains.[close]
Every day we’re getting closer and closer to real life idiocracy.[close]
Devo was right all along. DEVOLUTION is playing out on the tube in front of our eyes.[close]
I'd gnar you if I could, but this right here is so poignant.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWho fucking gives a shit about that kook CK?! This memorial was so trashy and posturing might as well have been a WWF event. Whenever someone dies unexpectedly or murdered you'd think there's a grace period of silent mourning, maybe a select few celebration low-key of course. Not this fucking guy let's go full on 4th of July with this garbage rhetoric, wouldn't be surprised if Roseanne and that Canadian kook came out or kid Rock! Wasn't most of his supporters incel women haters? Hard to imagine they'd support his wife let alone listen to her, gotta get that influencer 💰. What a bunch of smooth brains.[close]
Every day we’re getting closer and closer to real life idiocracy.[close]
Devo was right all along. DEVOLUTION is playing out on the tube in front of our eyes.[close]
I hate this shit.
I work at a corporate coffee chain again, one that is famous for its fall flavors, and apparently MAGA idiots are rolling through ordering Charlie Kirk’s go-to, one of our teas with two honey packets to… ????? Own the libs? Tempt one of the baristas to write something smarmy on the cup and get fired? To pay tribute to their recently departed piece of shit?
I don’t understand these people at all. It’s all so fucking stupid.
I hate this shit.
I work at a corporate coffee chain again, one that is famous for its fall flavors, and apparently MAGA idiots are rolling through ordering Charlie Kirk’s go-to, one of our teas with two honey packets to… ????? Own the libs? Tempt one of the baristas to write something smarmy on the cup and get fired? To pay tribute to their recently departed piece of shit?
I don’t understand these people at all. It’s all so fucking stupid.
Expand QuoteI hate this shit.
I work at a corporate coffee chain again, one that is famous for its fall flavors, and apparently MAGA idiots are rolling through ordering Charlie Kirk’s go-to, one of our teas with two honey packets to… ????? Own the libs? Tempt one of the baristas to write something smarmy on the cup and get fired? To pay tribute to their recently departed piece of shit?
I don’t understand these people at all. It’s all so fucking stupid.[close]
If they're ordering in person, ask for their name, if they say Charlie Kirk (and happen to pay by CC) say that the same doesn't match the card and now you have to see ID. Then use the name on their ID/card. If they then tell you to still use the CK name, say there's a corporate rule that due to laws in some states, we cannot use preferred names/pronouns and must use what's on a government ID.
I was brainstorming on offering a peppermint shot and claiming I meant to say pump. I’m not trying to get fired. It’s hard finding a gig.
bravoExpand QuoteI was brainstorming on offering a peppermint shot and claiming I meant to say pump. I’m not trying to get fired. It’s hard finding a gig.[close]
You could say “neck” instead of “next”
bravoExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI was brainstorming on offering a peppermint shot and claiming I meant to say pump. I’m not trying to get fired. It’s hard finding a gig.[close]
You could say “neck” instead of “next”[close]
these people really got nothing better to do?
My coworker is going down the Kirk conspiracy rabbit hole. Apparently he was shot from behind with a 5.56.
The only conspiracy I can get behind is they sacrificed the guy for a power grab.
My coworker is going down the Kirk conspiracy rabbit hole. Apparently he was shot from behind with a 5.56.
The only conspiracy I can get behind is they sacrificed the guy for a power grab.
Expand QuoteMy coworker is going down the Kirk conspiracy rabbit hole. Apparently he was shot from behind with a 5.56.
The only conspiracy I can get behind is they sacrificed the guy for a power grab.[close]
What about the one with his wife in Romania trafficking orphans
I was brainstorming on offering a peppermint shot and claiming I meant to say pump. I’m not trying to get fired. It’s hard finding a gig.
Predictably Brazil is exporting more soy beans and American farmers aren't getting any pre-orders from China. Lucky, us we get to bail out the people who voted for Trump's policies, because they're only supposed to hurt city folk, not rural folk.
Expand QuotePredictably Brazil is exporting more soy beans and American farmers aren't getting any pre-orders from China. Lucky, us we get to bail out the people who voted for Trump's policies, because they're only supposed to hurt city folk, not rural folk.[close]
Yay, its official, Trump killed off exports for American farmers and WE get to pay the farmers.
https://www.axios.com/2025/09/28/trump-tariffs-farm-bailout-thune
Weird, who could have seen this coming. It isn't like the exact same thing happened last time he was in office.
https://www.politico.com/news/2020/07/14/donald-trump-coronavirus-farmer-bailouts-359932
We made Brazil strong at the cost of our soy bean industry.
https://www.americasquarterly.org/article/brazil-deepens-bond-china
And, while we are letting thousands and thousands die due to "not waiting to give foreign aid." We are going to give 20 billion to Agentina to support Milie's cruel experiment.
https://www.newsweek.com/trump-admins-20-billion-bail-out-for-argentinas-milei-raises-eyebrows-10780604
Yay. Our cost of living goes up, the economy slows, hiring slows, all so we can let the poorest people die, pay a regressive tax to those who voted in Trump, and we can pay taxes to Argentina's neo-liberal nightmare.
Expand QuoteExpand QuotePredictably Brazil is exporting more soy beans and American farmers aren't getting any pre-orders from China. Lucky, us we get to bail out the people who voted for Trump's policies, because they're only supposed to hurt city folk, not rural folk.[close]
Yay, its official, Trump killed off exports for American farmers and WE get to pay the farmers.
https://www.axios.com/2025/09/28/trump-tariffs-farm-bailout-thune
Weird, who could have seen this coming. It isn't like the exact same thing happened last time he was in office.
https://www.politico.com/news/2020/07/14/donald-trump-coronavirus-farmer-bailouts-359932
We made Brazil strong at the cost of our soy bean industry.
https://www.americasquarterly.org/article/brazil-deepens-bond-china
And, while we are letting thousands and thousands die due to "not waiting to give foreign aid." We are going to give 20 billion to Agentina to support Milie's cruel experiment.
https://www.newsweek.com/trump-admins-20-billion-bail-out-for-argentinas-milei-raises-eyebrows-10780604
Yay. Our cost of living goes up, the economy slows, hiring slows, all so we can let the poorest people die, pay a regressive tax to those who voted in Trump, and we can pay taxes to Argentina's neo-liberal nightmare.[close]
The problem is these farmers got screwed in the same fashion back in 2017 by Trump and, again, they blame the “gubbamint” without making the connection that Trump is the “gubbamint.” Which is why they will vote for him again.
I say let them fail and let them lose their farms. They can sell them and work those fields as an employee.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePredictably Brazil is exporting more soy beans and American farmers aren't getting any pre-orders from China. Lucky, us we get to bail out the people who voted for Trump's policies, because they're only supposed to hurt city folk, not rural folk.[close]
Yay, its official, Trump killed off exports for American farmers and WE get to pay the farmers.
https://www.axios.com/2025/09/28/trump-tariffs-farm-bailout-thune
Weird, who could have seen this coming. It isn't like the exact same thing happened last time he was in office.
https://www.politico.com/news/2020/07/14/donald-trump-coronavirus-farmer-bailouts-359932
We made Brazil strong at the cost of our soy bean industry.
https://www.americasquarterly.org/article/brazil-deepens-bond-china
And, while we are letting thousands and thousands die due to "not waiting to give foreign aid." We are going to give 20 billion to Agentina to support Milie's cruel experiment.
https://www.newsweek.com/trump-admins-20-billion-bail-out-for-argentinas-milei-raises-eyebrows-10780604
Yay. Our cost of living goes up, the economy slows, hiring slows, all so we can let the poorest people die, pay a regressive tax to those who voted in Trump, and we can pay taxes to Argentina's neo-liberal nightmare.[close]
The problem is these farmers got screwed in the same fashion back in 2017 by Trump and, again, they blame the “gubbamint” without making the connection that Trump is the “gubbamint.” Which is why they will vote for him again.
I say let them fail and let them lose their farms. They can sell them and work those fields as an employee.[close]
Doesn’t help that the DNC rarely spend money on places it doesn’t think it can win, so they never get effective messaging from the other side in these areas
I'm curious how the nation's military leaders will take to Hegseth's "Warrior Ethos" speech for them tomorrow? Mostly because they vastly outrank the dude in title and experience.This may be copium but I watched this guy talk about this other guy this past weekend and felt slightly better about how a possible military coup might play out.
In the end, I have a good feeling this will be a loyal litmus test to see which leaders they keep and which ones they'll replace with people like Hegseth.
Every day it gets worse
I wonder if the MAGA folks woke up every day thinking everything was going to shit the way normal people do now. Because I just can't equate worrying about trans athletes, pride flags, or what "woke" agenda was being pressed forward with the complete destruction of our Republic, the use of American troops against it's own people, and the utter disregard for our Constitution as the same. To think any of this is ok, I truly don't understand how any sane American can look at this ridiculous administration and really believe that they're making the country great again by dismantling every protection against tyranny we have, while lining the pockets of the greediest, wealthiest, bunch of shit bums who've ever existed.Expand QuoteEvery day it gets worse[close]
I trule miss “boring” politics where we didn’t wake up to new batshit events every morning.
Again, if you voted for this in 2024, or abstained from voting: Fuck you for that.
Who cares if the DNC didn't engage with you or you didn't find them engaging? They didn't speak to you? Oh, boo hoo, get the fuck outta here with all that. This is, in large part, on you.
It's called survival instinct. Gotta be smarter than to get tricked by the Conservative scumbags into voting for them, or to not vote for anyone because you didn't have a perfect candidate.
Thankfully, you have a chance to redeem yourselves, by actively voting against facists in every election, large or small, going forward.
This is real life. The Human Garbage is running the show right now. Get with the program.
Again, if you voted for this in 2024, or abstained from voting: Fuck you for that.
Who cares if the DNC didn't engage with you or you didn't find them engaging? They didn't speak to you? Oh, boo hoo, get the fuck outta here with all that. This is, in large part, on you.
It's called survival instinct. Gotta be smarter than to get tricked by the Conservative scumbags into voting for them, or to not vote for anyone because you didn't have a perfect candidate.
Thankfully, you have a chance to redeem yourselves, by actively voting against facists in every election, large or small, going forward.
This is real life. The Human Garbage is running the show right now. Get with the program.
Expand QuoteAgain, if you voted for this in 2024, or abstained from voting: Fuck you for that.
Who cares if the DNC didn't engage with you or you didn't find them engaging? They didn't speak to you? Oh, boo hoo, get the fuck outta here with all that. This is, in large part, on you.
It's called survival instinct. Gotta be smarter than to get tricked by the Conservative scumbags into voting for them, or to not vote for anyone because you didn't have a perfect candidate.
Thankfully, you have a chance to redeem yourselves, by actively voting against facists in every election, large or small, going forward.
This is real life. The Human Garbage is running the show right now. Get with the program.[close]
Every time I bring this up, the cowards that I targeted this at are no where to be seen, but secretly kook me whenever I do.
fucking clowns.
Also, another Goverment shutdown starting soon.
Haven't been paying enough attn on here to keep track of who did or did not do what, nor would I care to even direct it at anyone particular here.
Just a general thought that comes over me whenever I see ICE vans in my neighborhood, or hear that Trump could possibly be in a role governing the Gaza strip, or when the military sets up shop in American cities, etc.
Expand QuoteHaven't been paying enough attn on here to keep track of who did or did not do what, nor would I care to even direct it at anyone particular here.
Just a general thought that comes over me whenever I see ICE vans in my neighborhood, or hear that Trump could possibly be in a role governing the Gaza strip, or when the military sets up shop in American cities, etc.[close]
A few things from today:
1. Trump went in front of America's Military Leaders and proclaimed war on US cities, quote, "use these cities and military training grounds.
2. Said Military leaders didn't cheer or applaud him, thus enraging him.
3. Lack of praise made Trump then proclaim, "I will be meeting with all leaders and anyone I don't like, I'm firing immediately."
4. Pete Hegseth then got up and said to these leaders (and in front of Trump) that being fat is basically being unprofessional.
5. He only wants to be around fit, young men.
6. He also got no praise or applause from people who outrank him.
7. Ted Cruz said on camera to stop bullying pedophiles.
8. The government is shutting down and Trump/GOP is blaming Dems even though they run all of congress.
9. The Epstein Files still haven't been released.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHaven't been paying enough attn on here to keep track of who did or did not do what, nor would I care to even direct it at anyone particular here.
Just a general thought that comes over me whenever I see ICE vans in my neighborhood, or hear that Trump could possibly be in a role governing the Gaza strip, or when the military sets up shop in American cities, etc.[close]
A few things from today:
1. Trump went in front of America's Military Leaders and proclaimed war on US cities, quote, "use these cities and military training grounds.
2. Said Military leaders didn't cheer or applaud him, thus enraging him.
3. Lack of praise made Trump then proclaim, "I will be meeting with all leaders and anyone I don't like, I'm firing immediately."
4. Pete Hegseth then got up and said to these leaders (and in front of Trump) that being fat is basically being unprofessional.
5. He only wants to be around fit, young men.
6. He also got no praise or applause from people who outrank him.
7. Ted Cruz said on camera to stop bullying pedophiles.
8. The government is shutting down and Trump/GOP is blaming Dems even though they run all of congress.
9. The Epstein Files still haven't been released.[close]
MAGA love pedophiles!
They keep deflecting and claiming "oh dems are pedos hehe hoho"
Woke up to helicopters flying over my house in Portland the other night, searching for immigrants.
https://www.koin.com/news/portland/are-military-helicopters-flying-what-we-know-09302025/ (https://www.koin.com/news/portland/are-military-helicopters-flying-what-we-know-09302025/)
Boots on the ground later in the week. My kid works right by the ICE facility in South waterfront district. All the Keyboard MAGAs cheering this authoritarian posturing on, is insane to me.
I get a few messages a week from friends and family back home in Wales asking me when I'm bailing the US...
Expand QuoteWoke up to helicopters flying over my house in Portland the other night, searching for immigrants.
https://www.koin.com/news/portland/are-military-helicopters-flying-what-we-know-09302025/ (https://www.koin.com/news/portland/are-military-helicopters-flying-what-we-know-09302025/)
Boots on the ground later in the week. My kid works right by the ICE facility in South waterfront district. All the Keyboard MAGAs cheering this authoritarian posturing on, is insane to me.
I get a few messages a week from friends and family back home in Wales asking me when I'm bailing the US...[close]
You’re from Wales and you choose to live in the states!? What’s wrong with you??
Wales is such a beautiful peaceful country. Where I would likely choose to live if I ever had the opportunity.
Whoever is going to step up and lead the Democrats, now is a good fucking time to do it.
They need to aggressively message during the shut down. They need lean into any negatives that Trump is polling on and lean into immigration reform. This government shut down is going to suck, the pain needs to result in some sort of gain.
I think they should have Mayor Pete play good cop and they need someone strong to push the envelope a bit. As we've sunk into reality television politics, I still firmly believe Mark Cuban could easily make Trump and Vance and others look like fools all day long. And, not in a way that just makes people feel good about being educated, but in a way that makes Trump look like a bad businessman. It hammers Trump's supposed strength and exposes it to be a huge weakness.
On top the fact Cuban has an authentic masculinity that offers the cool ladies' man who--unlike Trump--doesn't rely on sexual assault and walking into teenage girls dressing rooms. Cuban is everything Trump wishes he was. I feel he could easily resonate with teenage and 20-something men as well as the broader democratic coalition.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/30/upshot/poll-analysis-trump-times-siena.html
I saw a sound bite today about a “consumer surveillance program” starting January 2026. Anyone have more info? Something about monitoring Amazon, Uber, AirBnB, etc and reporting to DHS?It took a few days for this to show up in my feed, but I think this is what you're talking about:
@FrAnKenFrEd
I have indeed been to Wales! I used to be married to an English girl and spent 9 months between England, Wales and southern France. Wales is my favorite place I’ve ever been!
My ex mother in law owns a farm in south Wales with a frontal view of the Brecon Beacons, Literal paradise!
I know that I will likely never make it back, but the beauty will always stay with me.
Sorry to derail folks! Carry on!
Ha! I’m only 1/4 Mong!
I think I’m probably a lot different than I’m viewed here, and that’s really my fault.
Gavin and Stacy! Ha! Well played! I think we were watching the series around the time we got married. Not sure what happened to the dvd set, or that the series aged very well. I feel like I’d have been happier had I married a Welsh girl instead of an English girl. The accent is much cuter and happier.
No really the truth is that I’m not suitable for relationships or being close to anyone.. regardless of nationality. South Wales would be a perfect location to be a hermit.
This has taken a confessional turn! Can we discuss Trump’s apparent dementia adled AI obsession? ;D
@TheLurper
I don’t know how you went from the dems need a leader to macho Mark Cuban, but I don’t want a billionaire anywhere near the oval office than they already are. Another rich and famous reality tv starring businessman is not America’s answer. Quit normalizing rich, famous people buying political seats.
Realizing how important it is that his old, unhealthy ass makes it to the next election. Things will get dicey a lot faster if VP Vance succeeds before then.
Realizing how important it is that his old, unhealthy ass makes it to the next election. Things will get dicey a lot faster if VP Vance succeeds before then.
Expand QuoteRealizing how important it is that his old, unhealthy ass makes it to the next election. Things will get dicey a lot faster if VP Vance succeeds before then.[close]
I thought this too, but do people respect/fear Vance as much as they do Trump? I get couches fear him for they think he'll fuck em, but I don't think he has the leverage Trump has.
Anyways, I don't know how the WH Press Sec can get in front of the camera everyday, clutch her cross, proclaim herself a good Catholic, then blatantly lie. Here she is saying how it's okay for Trump to create quid-pro-quos in order to get his demands even though the GOP is 100% responsible for this shutdown (and he responsible for 30% off all shutdowns in US history).
https://newrepublic.com/post/201266/karoline-leavitt-ok-target-americans-democrats-government-shutdown
What’s y’all’s takes on the theory that the mf had a stroke
Expand QuoteRealizing how important it is that his old, unhealthy ass makes it to the next election. Things will get dicey a lot faster if VP Vance succeeds before then.[close]
Sortaaaaa…. the crazy cultists are only really crazy cultists for Trump. The techno-fascist faction has little to no charisma or appeal. On paper they’re more dangerous, but their policies and intentions are hugely unpopular across the board. No one wants to roll over for some billionaire nerd punch-bowl turd.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteRealizing how important it is that his old, unhealthy ass makes it to the next election. Things will get dicey a lot faster if VP Vance succeeds before then.[close]
Sortaaaaa…. the crazy cultists are only really crazy cultists for Trump. The techno-fascist faction has little to no charisma or appeal. On paper they’re more dangerous, but their policies and intentions are hugely unpopular across the board. No one wants to roll over for some billionaire nerd punch-bowl turd.[close]
I think you're right. I thought Vance would be way more fucked for you guys, but shit, who's gonna simp for J.D? Anyway, what could he possibly do that's worse than what Trump is getting up to?
their whole ideology is sci-fi fantasy bullshit.Yo @Mongo Lloyd leave Jerry outta this! He ain’t got nuthin to do with those dudes!!
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteRealizing how important it is that his old, unhealthy ass makes it to the next election. Things will get dicey a lot faster if VP Vance succeeds before then.[close]
Sortaaaaa…. the crazy cultists are only really crazy cultists for Trump. The techno-fascist faction has little to no charisma or appeal. On paper they’re more dangerous, but their policies and intentions are hugely unpopular across the board. No one wants to roll over for some billionaire nerd punch-bowl turd.[close]
I think you're right. I thought Vance would be way more fucked for you guys, but shit, who's gonna simp for J.D? Anyway, what could he possibly do that's worse than what Trump is getting up to?[close]
Doesn’t matter who’s going to simp for him if he’s already in office. And do you think Silicon Valley can’t manufacture artificial support? Do you think Peter Thiel’s end goal for Vance was to be VP?
Larry Ellison, founder of Oracle and father of Paramount owner David Ellison, is apparently getting a controlling stake in TikTok due to the forced sale of the platform. The surveillance angle has come back up because Ellison advocated for an AI surveillance state during an Oracle earnings call last year. TikTok is a likely testing ground as much of the anti-Zionist movement lives there (at least that's what they think.) This is all pretty much straight out of the Dark Enlightenment playbook, which is an blackpill accelerationist ideology that aims to cause society's collapse which would allow the tech oligarchs to form new corporate governments. The recent Alien Earth show reflected this kind of society.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dark_Enlightenment
Lizard-in-human-skin suit thiel
Crazy how you dudes are just gonna write long ass paragraphs about this dude for 4 years
It's like you feed off this shit
Feed off his name
Disgusting
Crazy how you dudes are just gonna write long ass paragraphs about this dude for 4 years
It's like you feed off this shit
Feed off his name
Disgusting
I'm a maga troll now
Ok ::)
These new slurs are so lame and don't hit
Simple projection...
I'll leave now while pages upon pages of TRUMPtm paragraphs happen naturally
I'm a maga troll now
Ok ::)
These new slurs are so lame and don't hit
Expand QuoteLizard-in-human-skin suit thiel[close]
Fun fact: Peter Thiel is an anagram of ‘the reptile.’
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteLizard-in-human-skin suit thiel[close]
Fun fact: Peter Thiel is an anagram of ‘the reptile.’[close]
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Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteLizard-in-human-skin suit thiel[close]
Fun fact: Peter Thiel is an anagram of ‘the reptile.’[close]
(https://media.tenor.com/CMDK2cwc2ZUAAAAM/i-think-you-should-leave-itysl.gif)[close]
And that he’s giving a lecture on the antichrist because he’s trying to overpower google search Peter Thiel + Antichrist
If anyone’s curious: the guy that was supposed to represent Peter Thiel was the guy who buys them in the first season (the one who hates college) but the actor died in real life. They tapped into some other Thiel-isms through other characters like the blood boy in later seasons
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteLizard-in-human-skin suit thiel[close]
Fun fact: Peter Thiel is an anagram of ‘the reptile.’[close]
(https://media.tenor.com/CMDK2cwc2ZUAAAAM/i-think-you-should-leave-itysl.gif)[close]
And that he’s giving a lecture on the antichrist because he’s trying to overpower google search Peter Thiel + Antichrist
If anyone’s curious: the guy that was supposed to represent Peter Thiel was the guy who buys them in the first season (the one who hates college) but the actor died in real life. They tapped into some other Thiel-isms through other characters like the blood boy in later seasons[close]
Err, we talking Silicon Valley?
Never seen it. But I actually have it on good authority that one of the cast members was on some johan sticky levels of #meetoo nightlife debauchery at a place called 'tenets of trees' in LA. I'm probably very late to this.
To Boomerforums:
Sorry for the paragraphs, but your moms aint fucking like she used to. What else am I to do with my anger?
MURICA.
Cuban is far from my dream, as I'd much prefer an AOC or Bernie or Warren, but if a Mark Cuban being in charge would save us from this administration and its harm, well it is a compromise I'm willing to accept. At present, I just want anyone who isn't a monster to obtain power and stop what is happening. I feel Cuban would be a good bet to actually win an election.
https://www.npr.org/sections/goats-and-soda/2025/07/01/nx-s1-5452513/trump-usaid-foreign-aid-deaths
You’re not wrong to worry about it. They’re gonna use every trick in the book to stay or keep their power. They are incredibly powerful, but we’re the ones that empower them. These people are so full of themselves they forget who makes their coffee, fixes their meals, dry cleans their clothes, and wipes their asses. We make their world turn, and they are so incompetent they are incapable of doing any of this on their own. Infact, it’s comical they refer to certain individuals as “useless eaters”, because that’s the very thing they themselves embody.
The way the world currently functions needs to be tore down wholesale. The economic structure needs to be shattered to disempower these individuals.
A small start is getting the Epstein files out there. These people are on it, and everyone needs to know what they did. It all starts with a spark.
(https://i.postimg.cc/kgVzqt5k/IMG-6028.png) (https://postimg.cc/XrbQgqd8)
Cruz was trying to lay the groundwork apparently for this happening.
Expand Quote(https://i.postimg.cc/kgVzqt5k/IMG-6028.png) (https://postimg.cc/XrbQgqd8)
Cruz was trying to lay the groundwork apparently for this happening.[close]
I wonder if his supporters will buy whatever shit she says to get out of prison. I wonder if this is the one thing that is just too far for them to swallow. Also, I wonder what kind of payments are being offered to the women to keep quiet. And, what kind of "catch and kill" shit is going on in terms of silencing those who are trying to talk to the media.
Like, they are upset about Epstein... to tell them it wasn't a big deal and nothing happened, that is much harder than telling them about how the government works or which tax is good or bad.
https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/23/media/national-enquirer-catch-and-kill-trump-trial
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/donald-trump-stormy-daniels-indictment-investigation-timeline-manhattan-district-attorney/
Expand QuoteCuban is far from my dream, as I'd much prefer an AOC or Bernie or Warren, but if a Mark Cuban being in charge would save us from this administration and its harm, well it is a compromise I'm willing to accept. At present, I just want anyone who isn't a monster to obtain power and stop what is happening. I feel Cuban would be a good bet to actually win an election.
https://www.npr.org/sections/goats-and-soda/2025/07/01/nx-s1-5452513/trump-usaid-foreign-aid-deaths[close]
Do you think progressives would support moderate candidates if it meant Democrats could win meaningful national elections?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteCuban is far from my dream, as I'd much prefer an AOC or Bernie or Warren, but if a Mark Cuban being in charge would save us from this administration and its harm, well it is a compromise I'm willing to accept. At present, I just want anyone who isn't a monster to obtain power and stop what is happening. I feel Cuban would be a good bet to actually win an election.
https://www.npr.org/sections/goats-and-soda/2025/07/01/nx-s1-5452513/trump-usaid-foreign-aid-deaths[close]
Do you think progressives would support moderate candidates if it meant Democrats could win meaningful national elections?[close]
People want meaningful, tangible, life affecting change and moderate democrats aren’t going to get us there. They’re going to say what they always say “well, not right now.”
Ezra Klein (not that I put any stock into him) says Dems shouldn’t run pro-abortion candidates right now. BUT. Pro-abortion candidates are polling well and winning and over half the country wants abortion legalized. You can’t run a “we’re not them” campaign and you shouldn’t run a “we’re them adjacent” campaign either. You should run on what the people want and make it happen.
Progressive candidates are winning around the country.. would you consider Cuomo a moderate? Cuz Mamdani is wooping his ass. Without moderate endorsement too.
I’d take Governor Pritzkern for prez over Cuban or Mayor Pete or Newsome; the latter two of which are gunning for the presidency obviously. Cuban is just another billionaire who’s gonna side with billionaires.
What’s y’all’s takes on the theory that the mf had a stroke
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteCuban is far from my dream, as I'd much prefer an AOC or Bernie or Warren, but if a Mark Cuban being in charge would save us from this administration and its harm, well it is a compromise I'm willing to accept. At present, I just want anyone who isn't a monster to obtain power and stop what is happening. I feel Cuban would be a good bet to actually win an election.
https://www.npr.org/sections/goats-and-soda/2025/07/01/nx-s1-5452513/trump-usaid-foreign-aid-deaths[close]
Do you think progressives would support moderate candidates if it meant Democrats could win meaningful national elections?[close]
People want meaningful, tangible, life affecting change and moderate democrats aren’t going to get us there. They’re going to say what they always say “well, not right now.”
Ezra Klein (not that I put any stock into him) says Dems shouldn’t run pro-abortion candidates right now. BUT. Pro-abortion candidates are polling well and winning and over half the country wants abortion legalized. You can’t run a “we’re not them” campaign and you shouldn’t run a “we’re them adjacent” campaign either. You should run on what the people want and make it happen.
Progressive candidates are winning around the country.. would you consider Cuomo a moderate? Cuz Mamdani is wooping his ass. Without moderate endorsement too.
I’d take Governor Pritzkern for prez over Cuban or Mayor Pete or Newsome; the latter two of which are gunning for the presidency obviously. Cuban is just another billionaire who’s gonna side with billionaires.[close]
Establish dems are trying to defend a system from Donald trump that most voters feel doesn’t work for them. That was the main reason Kamala didn’t connect. I don’t think a lot of voters wanted Trump as they wanted something/anything different and he was going to give that to him.
Progressive candidates like that amazing guy in Maine are who the DNC should get behind but they are so rigidly hierarchical and establishment that they never will embrace a grass-roots effort until it becomes Obama 08 level of undeniable
America shouldn’t be run like a business so fuck off with Cuban or any billionaire. What business actually runs the way you’d want a government to emulate? I believe in a strong, robust federal government that picks up the slack that the private sector drops because it isn’t beholden to profits or shareholders
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteCuban is far from my dream, as I'd much prefer an AOC or Bernie or Warren, but if a Mark Cuban being in charge would save us from this administration and its harm, well it is a compromise I'm willing to accept. At present, I just want anyone who isn't a monster to obtain power and stop what is happening. I feel Cuban would be a good bet to actually win an election.
https://www.npr.org/sections/goats-and-soda/2025/07/01/nx-s1-5452513/trump-usaid-foreign-aid-deaths[close]
Do you think progressives would support moderate candidates if it meant Democrats could win meaningful national elections?[close]
People want meaningful, tangible, life affecting change and moderate democrats aren’t going to get us there. They’re going to say what they always say “well, not right now.”
Ezra Klein (not that I put any stock into him) says Dems shouldn’t run pro-abortion candidates right now. BUT. Pro-abortion candidates are polling well and winning and over half the country wants abortion legalized. You can’t run a “we’re not them” campaign and you shouldn’t run a “we’re them adjacent” campaign either. You should run on what the people want and make it happen.
Progressive candidates are winning around the country.. would you consider Cuomo a moderate? Cuz Mamdani is wooping his ass. Without moderate endorsement too.
I’d take Governor Pritzkern for prez over Cuban or Mayor Pete or Newsome; the latter two of which are gunning for the presidency obviously. Cuban is just another billionaire who’s gonna side with billionaires.[close]
Establish dems are trying to defend a system from Donald trump that most voters feel doesn’t work for them. That was the main reason Kamala didn’t connect. I don’t think a lot of voters wanted Trump as they wanted something/anything different and he was going to give that to him.
Progressive candidates like that amazing guy in Maine are who the DNC should get behind but they are so rigidly hierarchical and establishment that they never will embrace a grass-roots effort until it becomes Obama 08 level of undeniable
America shouldn’t be run like a business so fuck off with Cuban or any billionaire. What business actually runs the way you’d want a government to emulate? I believe in a strong, robust federal government that picks up the slack that the private sector drops because it isn’t beholden to profits or shareholders[close]
I think the Dems need to fix 5 things to get support:
1. Identify an issue and drive a solution. Jon Stewart is correct, stop strategizing and start pushing for the answer not what is possible.
1b. In terms of housing, I still think the Dems should identify a few small towns and say, "Hooray, you won the lotto we are going to make you a city. Pour in money to develop both housing and bring in businesses." We can't all live in LA or NYC, but who says there can't be a big city designed to be walkable in central California or Eureka can't be turned into a big walkable city in NorCal?
2. Make companies afraid to push back. I don't like how Trump has done it by interfering with individual companies, but we can't go back to letting them operate without repercussions IF the Dems get power again.
3. Marketing. Trump and his band of podcaster Fox news hosts are going all in on cruelty because the fight isn't small vs big gov, it is social state vs police state. There will be hate, but let's make dramatic 50 second clips of people getting to go to the doctor, kids eating breakfast, people enjoying the streets of Portland or SF or Chicago. Make 50 second clips of the problems of rural America next to either the solution or a conservative politician fighting against the obvious solution.
3b. And, I'll continue to get hate, but I've said Cuban would be a great counter to Trump's claims. He is everything Trump wishes he was. He makes Trump look small, weak, and stupid on the all the things the conservatives want to pretend he is strong on. There is no comparison between the two men. He undoes all of Trump's strengths. If Vance is running, I'd say someone else should be the face of the dem campaign. I just think Cuban is a great counter to Trump.
As for his policies, I doubt they'd be my first choice. I just want him to be a figurehead for the campaign against Trump. An image for the administration who does the real work to stand behind. Policy debates don't work. And both parties are equally uninformed. 42% of Dems and 42% of Republicans can't identify a single right guaranteed by the First Amendment.
3c. Co-ordinated messaging. The right picks a topic and all the people from the AM hosts to podcaster to FOX zero in on it. Do the same thing.
4. Just do shit and wait for the Supreme Court to say no. It might be illegal, lol obviously this doesn't matter.
5. Project 2029 needs to be developed. Set the goals and outline the means to get there. Musk being gone is good because it stops the direct and indiscriminate carnage, but the guy who wrote Project 2025 is charge of cutting the gov now. He has an outlined planned of how he is going to move America backwards and make it worse for all of us.
6. Give fair trials for every single one of Trump's admin who engaged in illegal behavior and broke the law. Trump might be immune, but people who are not swearing an oath to the Constitution but to a leader, are doing it wrong. They need to be removed and if they broke the law given the opportunity to defend themselves in court.
^^^Username checks out.Not necessarily, I do think there needs to be a wholesale dismantling of this "American dream" that was stamped in to Ellis Island. Clearly it's meant for posturing.
But, also, that's a kooky take. You're going to put the ppl you have closest to an ally to death?
Yes. It's AI. but worth the listen. IMO.
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ill save some of you some time. its not.
Elon Musk telling me to watch Charlie Kirk… you must understand my hesitation.
Fucking loooove that a Venezuelan won the Peace prize
Expand QuoteFucking loooove that a Venezuelan won the Peace prize[close]
MAGA is upset that Trump "LOST" the Peace Prize. But was Trump ever in contention? Like, what are the formalities for being nominated for one?
Edit: Read you have to be nominated by an organization and I'm pretty sure MAGA and Republicans had the Heritage Foundation or some shit nominate him.
Edit 2: The Nobel committee's response of "we only give it to people of integrity and courage" was a very classy way of insulting Trump without insulting him.
Hostages returned, genocide canceled, etcLOL
Expand QuoteFucking loooove that a Venezuelan won the Peace prize[close]
MAGA is upset that Trump "LOST" the Peace Prize. But was Trump ever in contention? Like, what are the formalities for being nominated for one?
Edit: Read you have to be nominated by an organization and I'm pretty sure MAGA and Republicans had the Heritage Foundation or some shit nominate him.
Edit 2: The Nobel committee's response of "we only give it to people of integrity and courage" was a very classy way of insulting Trump without insulting him.
Trump freed Palestine how do you guys feel about that
Trump freed Palestine how do you guys feel about that
Expand QuoteTrump freed Palestine how do you guys feel about that[close]
Let me guess, you also believed Trump when he said that he solved COVID by simply ignoring it?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteTrump freed Palestine how do you guys feel about that[close]
Let me guess, you also believed Trump when he said that he solved COVID by simply ignoring it?[close]
Solved? It still exists, and likely always will
Yea I dunno what was up with that covid shit I never got a vaccine and never got sick
They call us purebloods lol 8)
TheyWe callusourselves purebloods lol 8)
Yea I dunno what was up with that covid shit I never got a vaccine and never got sickUnless you cut a hole in every face masks and posted up at a truck stop glory hole on a daily basis, I’m not impressed.
They call us purebloods lol 8)
Yea I dunno what was up with that covid shit I never got a vaccine and never got sick
They call us purebloods lol 8)
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It's because you never leave your basement]
The author is Mark Bray and here’s an article about it
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/oct/09/anti-fascism-mark-bray-rutgers-university
Expand QuoteThe author is Mark Bray and here’s an article about it
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/oct/09/anti-fascism-mark-bray-rutgers-university[close]
I havent heard about this one but it is scary. I have colleagues in academia that will not travel to the US for conferences anymore due to background checks etc. And they are both US citizens and europeans.
Also guys, dont feed the troll and use the ignore button please
Trump will be the next Bond villain, Neckpussy, confirmed.
Trump will be the next Bond villain, Neckpussy, confirmed.
This video is from the No Kings protest in Denver, MAGAT chanting God Bless Trump and shouting gay slur gets his shades snatched off his face by a kid with a skateboard and well, hilarity ensues.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQAlj77iZ4H/?igsh=b2Q4MDViZDNnOHJw
Expand QuoteThis video is from the No Kings protest in Denver, MAGAT chanting God Bless Trump and shouting gay slur gets his shades snatched off his face by a kid with a skateboard and well, hilarity ensues.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQAlj77iZ4H/?igsh=b2Q4MDViZDNnOHJw[close]
Funniest part is it’s Denver, yet it’s a kid in a Yankees beanie fucking with a guy in a NY Giants shirt
Get ready to pay for even more welfare checks to tRump supporting farmers:
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https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-plan-import-argentine-beef-angers-us-farmers-2025-10-20/
Murica first right?! We’re winning(the race to third world nation status)!!!
Expand QuoteGet ready to pay for even more welfare checks to tRump supporting farmers:
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https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-plan-import-argentine-beef-angers-us-farmers-2025-10-20/
Murica first right?! We’re winning(the race to third world nation status)!!![close]
bro chill on the rage bait news. This is NOTHING
I've bought and sold land based proteins for the last 10+ years, and have sold plenty of fabricated Australian, as well as South American cattle. It's out there, just a matter of who's buying it. You won't see anything new at your local supermarket. Nothin new, just rage bait news.
welfare checks, third world nation? wtf are you talking about
Jesus using the DOJ, FCC, and other orgs to force others into settling bullshit lawsuits wasn't enough, now he wants us to pay him 230 million
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/21/us/politics/trump-justice-department-compensation.html
I just want @JoseCansnake0 to come back and defend his boy some more.
What a gaslighter.
He's really leaning into this victim mentality and acting like a situation where he is/was completely the perpetrator of bad behavior (but it didn't work out for him because he was caught and held accountable), that it is now a foregone conclusion that it was in fact some awful event that made him suffer.
This man is disgusting.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQH0O5yjGSf/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
I really hope all these people get tried for treason after they drive America into the ground.
I just want @JoseCansnake0 to come back and defend his boy some more.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI’ve been lurking through this thread here and there. Is there anybody in this whole thread that’s pro trump?
I’m definitely not but I’m a little surprised it seems there is no one here riding trumps dick.[close]
Yeah, this guyExpand Quote
You are a such a tool. I think you need to stop watching the news, it's poising your head.
Also,[close]
I forgot you exist.[close]
What makes this even more gratifying, is that you're dead wrong. i'm not a supporter in any way. i just think you're a kook and you need to be reminded of that on a skateboard forum[close]
whatever you say, Mr. Trump supporter.[close]
I keep a list of quotes in my phone, and you fit this one perfectly:
"A man who thinks he's enlightened, is merely a shadow"
As a skateboarder, who comes here to read about skateboarding, it's sad to see the majority of your posts are about politics. And you don't hold back on which way, and anyone who opposes you are called names and treated as lesser. Do better shadow boy
4 dimensional chess at that.Expand QuoteI just want @JoseCansnake0 to come back and defend his boy some more.[close]
He'd be like, Trump is playing chess — by starving people through the holidays, people will get back into a healthy weight and fit shape. Just like Trump, because his doctor said he's 6'3" 175lbs of pure muscle.
Confirmed that SNAP won't be allocated this November.Source? I tried looking this up but couldn’t find anything on it, or maybe I’m just internet search illiterate idk.
Lots of Americans gonna be starving around the table this Thanksgiving while finding something to give thanks about.
4 dimensionalExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI just want @JoseCansnake0 to come back and defend his boy some more.[close]
He'd be like, Trump is playing chess — by starving people through the holidays, people will get back into a healthy weight and fit shape. Just like Trump, because his doctor said he's 6'3" 175lbs of pure muscle.[close]chesscheckerstiddlywinks at that.
Source? I tried looking this up but couldn’t find anything on it, or maybe I’m just internet search illiterate idk.Expand QuoteConfirmed that SNAP won't be allocated this November.
Lots of Americans gonna be starving around the table this Thanksgiving while finding something to give thanks about.[close]
A huge percentage of SNAP benefits goes towards children in America and making sure they’re fed; such fucked news.
LET THEM EAT BALLROOMS!Let them eat shit
taking away food stamps before thanksgiving while building a $300m gold & marble dancehall so that other crooks can bribe you over a poorly cooked argentinian steak...yeah that does sound very marie antoinette..
How do people fall for this shit every time?
WORD!Expand Quote
How do people fall for this shit every time?[close]
Trump: "I love the poorly educated."
Also Trump: "Smart people don't like me."
So, yea, basically 2/3rds of this nation are the dumbest of fucks.
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How do people fall for this shit every time?[close]
Trump: "I love the poorly educated."
Also Trump: "Smart people don't like me."
So, yea, basically 2/3rds of this nation are the dumbest of fucks.
I just want @JoseCansnake0 to come back and defend his boy some more.
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How do people fall for this shit every time?[close]
Trump: "I love the poorly educated."
Also Trump: "Smart people don't like me."
So, yea, basically 2/3rds of this nation are the dumbest of fucks.[close]
2/3rds? Only like 23% of the population voted for him.
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https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/trump-says-he-is-terminating-trade-negotiations-with-canada-baa4c83b
Hope you all stockpiled boards.
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https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/trump-says-he-is-terminating-trade-negotiations-with-canada-baa4c83b
Hope you all stockpiled boards.[close]
Rofl he’s doing it because an anti-tariff advertisement hurt his feelings. What a little bitch.
(Also, no, I’ve only got one deck in reserve and I’m a little nervous. Time to turn my desk into bloards.)
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https://www.wsj.com/politics/policy/trump-says-he-is-terminating-trade-negotiations-with-canada-baa4c83b
Hope you all stockpiled boards.[close]
Rofl he’s doing it because an anti-tariff advertisement hurt his feelings. What a little bitch.
(Also, no, I’ve only got one deck in reserve and I’m a little nervous. Time to turn my desk into bloards.)
Let those that didn't vote or voted for this ass clown. I hope thoughts and prayers feed your families, although nothing nutritional hope it fills them with misery and discontent fuck em. I fucking hate this country and this administration.Expand Quote
How do people fall for this shit every time?[close]
Trump: "I love the poorly educated."
Also Trump: "Smart people don't like me."
So, yea, basically 2/3rds of this nation are the dumbest of fucks.
Surprised no one is talking about the Trump sanctioned murders of Venezuelan boating enthusiasts.
Surprised no one is talking about the Trump sanctioned murders of Venezuelan boating enthusiasts.
Bitch ass was scared of the bay. Send the goons in, see what happens.
I agree, you’re absolutely right that all this Fuckery limits people‘s bandwidth to what’s going on in other parts of the worldExpand QuoteSurprised no one is talking about the Trump sanctioned murders of Venezuelan boating enthusiasts.[close]
Because there's TOO much crazy shit going on at once.
I've said it a thousand times and I'll say it again, I miss boring politics. Politics where the president and their administration would just work. Not create crazy fuck scenarios, not break the law, and basically not have new crises every god damn morning.
Like Trump just announced how he's going to be watching closely "blue states" for the sake of making sure voting is legal and fair. aka he's going to make sure ICE is at every polling station to intimidate and arrest voters.
I'm on EBT its not the end of the worldFight back by any means necessary, stealing from corporate stores and doing scam's on seller's albeit amazon there's plenty of stores that's no chase policy even after the pandemic. Tbh this injustice of starving people is going to be a boiling point for people, I'm not going to snitch on someone for getting their food in one capacity or another.
To the people who want to burn down the government. What should disabled people who depend on the government do in that scenario?
Dam u dumb as hellSo says the guy with a username named Farts and can't spell... You're right you must be the toughest swimmer out of your dad's nuts sack. Please for the love of Christ don't breed.
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I'm willing to engage with someone to understand their ideas when they can operate in good faith. There is zero chance of that occurring here. Easiest solutionAhhhahahah This guys happy! Block him! hahaa wtf
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I'm willing to engage with someone to understand their ideas when they can operate in good faith. There is zero chance of that occurring here. Easiest solutionThanks for pointing out that ignore feature.
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So says the guy with a username named Farts and can't spell... You're right you must be the toughest swimmer out of your dad's nuts sack. Please for the love of Christ don't breed.Expand QuoteDam u dumb as hell
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I'm on EBT its not the end of the worldDamn, who’s this cracker?
To the people who want to burn down the government. What should disabled people who depend on the government do in that scenario?
https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2025/10/trump-officials-military-housing-stephen-miller/684748/
Trump officials are moving onto military bases. Yep, they’re for sure readying themselves to use the military as their own personal security and police for what is yet to come.
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Doesn't matter. If Trump were to run again, MAGATs who disapprove of him would still vote for him.
MAGATs in front of me at Vons (complete with a Charlie Kirk tee) just paid for their sodas, junk food, and meat with their SNAP card. They were short on funds.
Can’t make this up. Living with the reality of what they paid for.
MAGATs in front of me at Vons (complete with a Charlie Kirk tee) just paid for their sodas, junk food, and meat with their SNAP card. They were short on funds.
Can’t make this up. Living with the reality of what they paid for.
Would anyone be interested if I started a thread that can be about politics that isn’t trump related? Highlight rising progressive stars, etc
Is this the beginning of the tide turning and ppl waking up and speaking with their vote?
Is this the beginning of the tide turning and ppl waking up and speaking with their vote?
Expand QuoteIs this the beginning of the tide turning and ppl waking up and speaking with their vote?[close]
Kinda sorta.. At this point democracy is won with every election. There’s lower voter turnout in odd-numbered years but I won’t presume that’s the case tonight. Look, we had the Blue Wave of 2018 and then what? Some people phoned it in as if that was all that was asked of us, say, until we needed to protest a nazi and an impeached, felonious buffoon of a second-term president.
There are great, positive wins every election, as there are tonight, but the work never stops and never ends, and it’s more than casting a vote. And there are still plenty of democrats in charge or in the party that need to be shown the door.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIs this the beginning of the tide turning and ppl waking up and speaking with their vote?[close]
Kinda sorta.. At this point democracy is won with every election. There’s lower voter turnout in odd-numbered years but I won’t presume that’s the case tonight. Look, we had the Blue Wave of 2018 and then what? Some people phoned it in as if that was all that was asked of us, say, until we needed to protest a nazi and an impeached, felonious buffoon of a second-term president.
There are great, positive wins every election, as there are tonight, but the work never stops and never ends, and it’s more than casting a vote. And there are still plenty of democrats in charge or in the party that need to be shown the door.[close]
Well blue wave of 18 led to Biden win of 2020, but I understand your point
DNC can no longer afford to run on maintaining norms if people don’t think the norms work. Morons like Schumer think all they need to do is be the sensible vote while still ignorin the 2024 was less about trump for most and more trying an answer that was different and these two idiots leading our party cannot understand th fundamental reason Zohran won was by addressing specifically those issues while educating voters and at the same time treating them as adults
Is this the beginning of the tide turning and ppl waking up and speaking with their vote?
Expand QuoteIs this the beginning of the tide turning and ppl waking up and speaking with their vote?[close]
For now.
We're just in the FO part of the FAFO cycle. Then people will get complacent again. Expect more from Dems. Then sit out the next election because even though Dems will do damage control and make things better, they'll be condemned for not fixing everything right away. Then GOP will take over again, screw everyone over, and make lives worse. Then people will finally vote again after FOing.
What is that guy doing with his legs?
https://youtu.be/m-HmvPr7mG0
Expand QuoteWhat is that guy doing with his legs?
https://youtu.be/m-HmvPr7mG0[close]
This is the doctor holding his legs wide open:
(https://i.postimg.cc/qMDh3ML0/IMG-3938.jpg)
What is that guy doing with his legs?Trendelenburg.
https://youtu.be/m-HmvPr7mG0
SCOTUS just overturned the order that forced Trump to distribute SNAP benefits.
I hope every foodbank asks people who they voted for and directs Trump voters to the dumpsters.
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I, THEN STATE YOUR NAME...
PedolandsExpand Quote(https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcS4-v2zpQs9SRpugKF83IYyWcxTpXuOj4SZ0wTCanZ07Ua2qpfdMv2piL0&s=10)
I, THEN STATE YOUR NAME...[close]
Convicted Criminal and Rapist Arena does have a ring to it
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat is that guy doing with his legs?
https://youtu.be/m-HmvPr7mG0[close]
This is the doctor holding his legs wide open:
(https://i.postimg.cc/qMDh3ML0/IMG-3938.jpg)[close]
Dr Bald Penny is not who I’d want assisting me.
I think at this point I'd rather be provided with medical care by Dr Sins than Dr Oz.
Hemp bans a bunch of bullshit. Anybody else use alt noids? I like hhc sometimes when I don't wanna get super high
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Of course Mitch McConnell and the pedo protectors would sneak clauses into the bill.
That and the fact that GOP members can sue Jack Smith for being under investigation pertaining to J6. Fucking madness.
Really wild watching MAGATs online defend their logic of how a 34x convicted felon/rapist/pedophile was the morally right choice over a black woman who had a loud laugh.The best part of seeing that Megan Kelly clip was knowing that it is a typical incel creep talking point going back at least 15 years. Everything's computer all right and the homepage is a chan site. Also hilariously she's the only reporter that has thrown any kind of heaters at Trump this whole term.
Also, Megyn Kelly trying to downplay pedophile by saying, "15 isn't as bad as an 8 year old" is a crazy hill to die on. Especially seeing she's the mother of a 14 year old.
Trump sucked Bill Clinton's dick. Thats it. We got it
Finished open enrollment.
Got the same coverage for me and my family which we had previously. Costs went up $508/mo.
Fucking A.
Staying alive is expensive.
Absolutely bust all the pedos on the list. Starting with tRumps child molesting ass.The scorpion and the frog may as well be on actual MAGA merch.
So, with tRumps record of not using union labor and stiffing anyone that has done construction for him or his businesses, anyone think he’s using union workers OR going to actually pay the dumb shits that took on a construction to build his ballroom?
‘This time he’ll pay us’ yeah, fucking right! 🥴
Should we start a poll on this?
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He didn't appreciate being called a doodoo head surf nazi in the comments of that bones post lol
HOLY SHIT THEY VOTED TO RELEASE THE EPSTEIN FILES!!
I bet they won’t be completely altered in any way shape or fashion, and absolutely shown to the public in their original unedited purely unredacted form!
So they went from having the files on their desk to the files don’t exist and it’s a hoax to releasing them? And they wonder why people have no faith in our system anymore.
Just dropped: DOJ revealed the Grand Jury never saw the full Comey indictment. They rejected the original one and instead of being given a new one, the foreperson was just given an amended one to sign.
That's not a procedural error, that's gross incompetence. Especially for a (interim) US Attorney.
This only further proves that Trumps DOJ is strictly a retribution machine that cares nothing for law and order.
Expand QuoteJust dropped: DOJ revealed the Grand Jury never saw the full Comey indictment. They rejected the original one and instead of being given a new one, the foreperson was just given an amended one to sign.
That's not a procedural error, that's gross incompetence. Especially for a (interim) US Attorney.
This only further proves that Trumps DOJ is strictly a retribution machine that cares nothing for law and order.[close]
Remember the lawyer in charge has never tried a criminal case.
Weed saves lives 8)
Is that how this happens, where you just find yourself living in one of the axis of evil countries?America has always been the leader of the Axis of Evil. It’s built on the rape and killing of civilians in other countries for resources so the rich can get richer. Politicians will tell any amount of lies to justify going to war.
Predictions:
Russia is about to go for all of Europe, and we’re going to try to take all for the Americas (and Greenland). Russia and America are in collusion.
60 minutes CECOT episode banned in the US
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSlnM-VjD4e/
US is at war with Venezuela without Congress voting on the war. This is fucking crazy.
The intention is to have these conflicts still happening in November of 2026 (and November of 2028). He's on the record saying they will postpone/cancel elections during wars.
Where are all the dense idiots from the election thread that proclaimed “nothing is gonna change”? That we were all worrying too much and suffering from tds? The same people who likely referred to their guy as the “no new wars” President?
Where’d you all scurry off to?
Where are all the dense idiots from the election thread that proclaimed “nothing is gonna change”? That we were all worrying too much and suffering from tds? The same people who likely referred to their guy as the “no new wars” President?I think they got banned. Isn't that what happened to sneaky secrets?
Where’d you all scurry off to?
Pretty good take on Venezuela events and future predictions:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=wu9QSeAI22I
US is at war with Venezuela without Congress voting on the war. This is fucking crazy.Unfortunately, a US president can attack countries as long as they inform congress within 48 hours, but has to withdraw within 60 days, unless congress approves. It’s part of the War Powers Resolution passed during Nixon’s presidency.
Where are all the dense idiots from the election thread that proclaimed “nothing is gonna change”? That we were all worrying too much and suffering from tds? The same people who likely referred to their guy as the “no new wars” President?
Where’d you all scurry off to?
Expand QuoteWhere are all the dense idiots from the election thread that proclaimed “nothing is gonna change”? That we were all worrying too much and suffering from tds? The same people who likely referred to their guy as the “no new wars” President?
Where’d you all scurry off to?[close]
You mean why isn’t everyone throwing a hissy fit about a “war” with no American losses that ended before you woke up this morning? Ask a Venezuelan.
https://x.com/FranciscoPoleoR/status/2007629162513854895
Expand QuoteWhere are all the dense idiots from the election thread that proclaimed “nothing is gonna change”? That we were all worrying too much and suffering from tds? The same people who likely referred to their guy as the “no new wars” President?
Where’d you all scurry off to?[close]
You mean why isn’t everyone throwing a hissy fit about a “war” with no American losses that ended before you woke up this morning? Ask a Venezuelan.
https://x.com/FranciscoPoleoR/status/2007629162513854895
Expand QuoteWhere are all the dense idiots from the election thread that proclaimed “nothing is gonna change”? That we were all worrying too much and suffering from tds? The same people who likely referred to their guy as the “no new wars” President?
Where’d you all scurry off to?[close]
You mean why isn’t everyone throwing a hissy fit about a “war” with no American losses that ended before you woke up this morning? Ask a Venezuelan.
https://x.com/FranciscoPoleoR/status/2007629162513854895
Let’s not forget all this is happening when the DOJ is supposed to report to congress their reasons for all the redactions concerning the Epstein Files.
IT’S A DISTRACTION.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWhere are all the dense idiots from the election thread that proclaimed “nothing is gonna change”? That we were all worrying too much and suffering from tds? The same people who likely referred to their guy as the “no new wars” President?
Where’d you all scurry off to?[close]
You mean why isn’t everyone throwing a hissy fit about a “war” with no American losses that ended before you woke up this morning? Ask a Venezuelan.
https://x.com/FranciscoPoleoR/status/2007629162513854895[close]
I knew you were going to be one of the defenders here.
The kidnap of a world leader is not a positive action under any spin. It’s an example of imperialist arrogance and hubris, and a neon sign example for China’s ambitions regarding Taiwan.
Surely you can’t be this dense?
All of this aside, you’re constantly defending an administration run by a thieving nepo-baby pedophile.
Expand QuoteLet’s not forget all this is happening when the DOJ is supposed to report to congress their reasons for all the redactions concerning the Epstein Files.
IT’S A DISTRACTION.[close]
this has nothing to do with epstein, its about oil, US business interests, imperialism and taking down socialism/communism and reducing/profiting off of oil supplies to cuba/iran/china. look at the infograph a few posts above, thats only since ww2, we've been doing this shit for way longer than that.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhere are all the dense idiots from the election thread that proclaimed “nothing is gonna change”? That we were all worrying too much and suffering from tds? The same people who likely referred to their guy as the “no new wars” President?
Where’d you all scurry off to?[close]
You mean why isn’t everyone throwing a hissy fit about a “war” with no American losses that ended before you woke up this morning? Ask a Venezuelan.
https://x.com/FranciscoPoleoR/status/2007629162513854895[close]
I knew you were going to be one of the defenders here.
The kidnap of a world leader is not a positive action under any spin. It’s an example of imperialist arrogance and hubris, and a neon sign example for China’s ambitions regarding Taiwan.
Surely you can’t be this dense?
All of this aside, you’re constantly defending an administration run by a thieving nepo-baby pedophile.[close]
TL/DR:
The oil is years away from being useful.
Trump talks about oil because voters understand oil and the narrative has been established since Iraq. The Pentagon planned this operation around breaking Chinese resource control, eliminating Iranian manufacturing capability, and expelling Russian military presence because generals understand strategic vulnerabilities in contemporary threat environments where China, Iran, and Russia operate as coordinated adversaries. The oil narrative is theater.
https://renegaderesources.pro/p/the-venezuelan-oil-narative-is-pure
Argue with the source if you need to.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteLet’s not forget all this is happening when the DOJ is supposed to report to congress their reasons for all the redactions concerning the Epstein Files.
IT’S A DISTRACTION.[close]
this has nothing to do with epstein, its about oil, US business interests, imperialism and taking down socialism/communism and reducing/profiting off of oil supplies to cuba/iran/china. look at the infograph a few posts above, thats only since ww2, we've been doing this shit for way longer than that.[close]
Two things can be true at the same time.
I don’t think it’s everyone trying to make everything about Epstein, and I don’t believe as much in the “distraction” theory. I think this administration is just consistently bad actors, and the flood of information is an organic side effect to the amount of fuckery happening.
I do think it’s important to keep the Epstein files fresh on everyone’s minds amid the fuckery.
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40 venezuelan casualties, many civilians but who cares right? the rich gusanos in miami are happy, hooray! why dont you look at how ACTUAL venezuelans in venezuela are reacting to this? fucking moron
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“It’s not about Oil!!!” Despite the President explicitly mentioning oil.
As if the narrative about it not being about oil somehow makes the fact of US influence and dominance of the western hemisphere mentioned in project 2025 okay.
You’ve had the president mention both oil and “hemisphere”. Neither paint a positive or justifiable picture.
Also, we now have a dictator for a leader. Do those of you whom defend these actions believe it is ok if another country did the same on our soil?
Expand Quote“It’s not about Oil!!!” Despite the President explicitly mentioning oil.
As if the narrative about it not being about oil somehow makes the fact of US influence and dominance of the western hemisphere mentioned in project 2025 okay.
You’ve had the president mention both oil and “hemisphere”. Neither paint a positive or justifiable picture.
Also, we now have a dictator for a leader. Do those of you whom defend these actions believe it is ok if another country did the same on our soil?[close]
Don’t forget the Greenland narrative is about its rare Earth minerals.
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40 venezuelan casualties, many civilians but who cares right? the rich gusanos in miami are happy, hooray! why dont you look at how ACTUAL venezuelans in venezuela are reacting to this? fucking moron
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Just curious, when I looked up gusanos it was described as an insult used by Fidel and loyalists to denigrate the privileged who fled Cuba.
I can't tell if you support Maduro or not.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhere are all the dense idiots from the election thread that proclaimed “nothing is gonna change”? That we were all worrying too much and suffering from tds? The same people who likely referred to their guy as the “no new wars” President?
Where’d you all scurry off to?[close]
You mean why isn’t everyone throwing a hissy fit about a “war” with no American losses that ended before you woke up this morning? Ask a Venezuelan.
https://x.com/FranciscoPoleoR/status/2007629162513854895[close]
I knew you were going to be one of the defenders here.
The kidnap of a world leader is not a positive action under any spin. It’s an example of imperialist arrogance and hubris, and a neon sign example for China’s ambitions regarding Taiwan.
Surely you can’t be this dense?
All of this aside, you’re constantly defending an administration run by a thieving nepo-baby pedophile.[close]
TL/DR:
The oil is years away from being useful.
Trump talks about oil because voters understand oil and the narrative has been established since Iraq. The Pentagon planned this operation around breaking Chinese resource control, eliminating Iranian manufacturing capability, and expelling Russian military presence because generals understand strategic vulnerabilities in contemporary threat environments where China, Iran, and Russia operate as coordinated adversaries. The oil narrative is theater.
https://renegaderesources.pro/p/the-venezuelan-oil-narative-is-pure
Argue with the source if you need to.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhere are all the dense idiots from the election thread that proclaimed “nothing is gonna change”? That we were all worrying too much and suffering from tds? The same people who likely referred to their guy as the “no new wars” President?
Where’d you all scurry off to?[close]
You mean why isn’t everyone throwing a hissy fit about a “war” with no American losses that ended before you woke up this morning? Ask a Venezuelan.
https://x.com/FranciscoPoleoR/status/2007629162513854895[close]
I knew you were going to be one of the defenders here.
The kidnap of a world leader is not a positive action under any spin. It’s an example of imperialist arrogance and hubris, and a neon sign example for China’s ambitions regarding Taiwan.
Surely you can’t be this dense?
All of this aside, you’re constantly defending an administration run by a thieving nepo-baby pedophile.[close]
TL/DR:
The oil is years away from being useful.
Trump talks about oil because voters understand oil and the narrative has been established since Iraq. The Pentagon planned this operation around breaking Chinese resource control, eliminating Iranian manufacturing capability, and expelling Russian military presence because generals understand strategic vulnerabilities in contemporary threat environments where China, Iran, and Russia operate as coordinated adversaries. The oil narrative is theater.
https://renegaderesources.pro/p/the-venezuelan-oil-narative-is-pure
Argue with the source if you need to.[close]
Venezuela also has the largest oil reserves in the world. It's already pulled out of the ground and ready for use with out gulf coast refineries, which were designed specifically for their sour crude.
Ice agent shoots and kills protester.
https://www.kare11.com/article/news/local/witness-reports-someone-shot-by-ice-agent-in-minneapolis/89-fa99e38b-432e-4918-99a6-421c471f4351
Just saw the video. The woman was doing a k turn to leave an intersection and the Ice agent shot 3 rounds at her head. It was murder. Sickening that this goon will be protected.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhere are all the dense idiots from the election thread that proclaimed “nothing is gonna change”? That we were all worrying too much and suffering from tds? The same people who likely referred to their guy as the “no new wars” President?
Where’d you all scurry off to?[close]
You mean why isn’t everyone throwing a hissy fit about a “war” with no American losses that ended before you woke up this morning? Ask a Venezuelan.
https://x.com/FranciscoPoleoR/status/2007629162513854895[close]
I knew you were going to be one of the defenders here.
The kidnap of a world leader is not a positive action under any spin. It’s an example of imperialist arrogance and hubris, and a neon sign example for China’s ambitions regarding Taiwan.
Surely you can’t be this dense?
All of this aside, you’re constantly defending an administration run by a thieving nepo-baby pedophile.[close]
TL/DR:
The oil is years away from being useful.
Trump talks about oil because voters understand oil and the narrative has been established since Iraq. The Pentagon planned this operation around breaking Chinese resource control, eliminating Iranian manufacturing capability, and expelling Russian military presence because generals understand strategic vulnerabilities in contemporary threat environments where China, Iran, and Russia operate as coordinated adversaries. The oil narrative is theater.
https://renegaderesources.pro/p/the-venezuelan-oil-narative-is-pure
Argue with the source if you need to.[close]
Venezuela also has the largest oil reserves in the world. It's already pulled out of the ground and ready for use with out gulf coast refineries, which were designed specifically for their sour crude.[close]
My dude, that’s not a news site and the article is not journalism. The author also does not have anything to backup her central claim that Trump attacked for rare earths and not oil.
this country is so fucked.
Expand Quotethis country is so fucked.[close]
Not if we all collectively grow a pair and fight back.
Just removed ourselves from 60+ UN accords and inverted the food pyramidPutting whole foods at the top is a smooth move, exlax. Meat and dairy are number one, sugar is trash. Forrest eats meat
Expand QuoteExpand Quotethis country is so fucked.[close]
Not if we all collectively grow a pair and fight back.[close]
What do you have in mind?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis country is so fucked.[close]
Not if we all collectively grow a pair and fight back.[close]
What do you have in mind?[close]
People have to make sacrifices. It’s a matter of lose a little or lose it all.
There are a number of amendments that allow for showing our displeasure.
Stop supporting businesses that support this regime. Actively protest them for their support of this regime.
Civil unrest, civil disobedience, general strike.
@Freelancevagrant had the right idea.
So how long before trump tries to rename the country after himself?
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTQMiF1jmn1/?igsh=c3k3b2VpbG9jeDFj
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis country is so fucked.[close]
Not if we all collectively grow a pair and fight back.[close]
What do you have in mind?[close]
People have to make sacrifices. It’s a matter of lose a little or lose it all.
There are a number of amendments that allow for showing our displeasure.
Stop supporting businesses that support this regime. Actively protest them for their support of this regime.
Civil unrest, civil disobedience, general strike.
@Freelancevagrant had the right idea.[close]
I went to the No Kings Rally, but my felling was that it was more of a way to show the world that not everyone in the US is in agreement with the Trump government.
I understand your frustration and sentiment. I was sick to my stomach all day thinking about that poor woman and the rest of us that live. In a country with a psychopath for a president.
Not supporting businesses that support Trump would mean completely getting off the internet and not using my phone.
I don’t think there is only quick fix to what is going on in our country. My children are growing up in a world without civility. Trump is the effect not the cause.
“Deadly force is perfectly lawful when a threat is faced by a weapon.”
Kristi Noem
So this is acceptable by the federal government?
Ok. Government says it’s cool, so if you see the Gestapo out harming people I guess it’s our legal right to act to save people. Got it.
Thanks Kristi!
Expand Quote“Deadly force is perfectly lawful when a threat is faced by a weapon.”
Kristi Noem
So this is acceptable by the federal government?
Ok. Government says it’s cool, so if you see the Gestapo out harming people I guess it’s our legal right to act to save people. Got it.
Thanks Kristi![close]
No, not for us, that’s just for them. They’re different, silly
NSPM-7 gives them the ability to arbitrarily name anyone a terrorist, justifying their murder or indefinite imprisonment. If all else fails theyll just say you’re Antifa and get away with whatever they want do to you.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis country is so fucked.[close]
Not if we all collectively grow a pair and fight back.[close]
What do you have in mind?[close]
People have to make sacrifices. It’s a matter of lose a little or lose it all.
There are a number of amendments that allow for showing our displeasure.
Stop supporting businesses that support this regime. Actively protest them for their support of this regime.
Civil unrest, civil disobedience, general strike.
@Freelancevagrant had the right idea.[close]
I went to the No Kings Rally, but my felling was that it was more of a way to show the world that not everyone in the US is in agreement with the Trump government.
I understand your frustration and sentiment. I was sick to my stomach all day thinking about that poor woman and the rest of us that live. In a country with a psychopath for a president.
Not supporting businesses that support Trump would mean completely getting off the internet and not using my phone.
I don’t think there is only quick fix to what is going on in our country. My children are growing up in a world without civility. Trump is the effect not the cause.[close]
I feel you, we’re all in the same boat. The No Kings Rallies simply are not enough. Simple protest really isn’t enough, especially when the other side plays by their own set of rules. I think there’s really some hard decisions to be made, and some major sacrifices to be made by some individuals if we are to get out of this situation whole. There’s a lot more of us than there is them.
I think like minded individuals need to band together locally. To form groups to protect and keep eachother safe. To have backup plans on how to skirt financially supporting this mess.
I think we also need to find a way to stop funding this mess federally en masse.
(https://i.postimg.cc/NMpyd9RY/IMG-6358.png) (https://postimg.cc/Kk3vzY9s)
https://www.usnews.com/news/us/articles/2026-01-08/federal-immigration-officers-shoot-and-wound-2-people-in-portland-oregon-authorities-say
Create bottlenecks and take advantage.
Use cars and blocks/wood/garbage that’s not easy to move or drive over quickly, also try to avoid using people to congest things since they will be fired on no matter what.
We all just did it like 5 years ago. A general strike looks more and more conceivable. The AI bubble pop is gonna wipe out huge job numbers anyway so maybe it will all coalesce. It's funny to me but the hardship this will cause would probably be the catalyzing moment they've been looking for but it will come to late and they won't know fuck all to do about it.
Boycott the World Cup. I know people love their football but FIFA is enabling this just like Hershey's and Paramount.
Its disheartening to see whats happening from across the atlantic. Having a citizen killed and responding with ignorance is utterly devastating for any last bit of democracy thats left. Stay safe us pals.
Expand QuoteExpand Quote“Deadly force is perfectly lawful when a threat is faced by a weapon.”
Kristi Noem
So this is acceptable by the federal government?
Ok. Government says it’s cool, so if you see the Gestapo out harming people I guess it’s our legal right to act to save people. Got it.
Thanks Kristi![close]
No, not for us, that’s just for them. They’re different, silly
NSPM-7 gives them the ability to arbitrarily name anyone a terrorist, justifying their murder or indefinite imprisonment. If all else fails theyll just say you’re Antifa and get away with whatever they want do to you.[close]
Thing is, if this is the level in which they’ve raised the stakes (and they have), then there is no reason why individuals shouldn’t be looking towards their 2a rights for self protection.
To me it seems like it’s “submit to a trampling, or fight back while being trampled “.
I’m not brave, but I know where I wanna be given those 2 options.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quote“Deadly force is perfectly lawful when a threat is faced by a weapon.”
Kristi Noem
So this is acceptable by the federal government?
Ok. Government says it’s cool, so if you see the Gestapo out harming people I guess it’s our legal right to act to save people. Got it.
Thanks Kristi![close]
No, not for us, that’s just for them. They’re different, silly
NSPM-7 gives them the ability to arbitrarily name anyone a terrorist, justifying their murder or indefinite imprisonment. If all else fails theyll just say you’re Antifa and get away with whatever they want do to you.[close]
Thing is, if this is the level in which they’ve raised the stakes (and they have), then there is no reason why individuals shouldn’t be looking towards their 2a rights for self protection.
To me it seems like it’s “submit to a trampling, or fight back while being trampled “.
I’m not brave, but I know where I wanna be given those 2 options.[close]
Not American. (BTW watching from the outside your country that we grew up idolising is fucking wild and absolutely horrific) Isn't the whole point of you guys' right to bear arms for this exact fucking situation? I get that the majority of the 2A nuts are going to be on Trump's side but like, I kind of would have expected at least something to happen by now. What's the point in all crying about how important it is that you maintain the right to arm yourselves if you're just going to sit back and let an authoritarian's private police force go out and shoot people in their cars? All those dead schoolchildren's lives seem even more in vein now
Edit - who was the guy with the Reggie Kelly avatar on here who was always defending gun ownership so vehemently? You out there shooting ICE agents in your city or what?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quote“Deadly force is perfectly lawful when a threat is faced by a weapon.”
Kristi Noem
So this is acceptable by the federal government?
Ok. Government says it’s cool, so if you see the Gestapo out harming people I guess it’s our legal right to act to save people. Got it.
Thanks Kristi![close]
No, not for us, that’s just for them. They’re different, silly
NSPM-7 gives them the ability to arbitrarily name anyone a terrorist, justifying their murder or indefinite imprisonment. If all else fails theyll just say you’re Antifa and get away with whatever they want do to you.[close]
Thing is, if this is the level in which they’ve raised the stakes (and they have), then there is no reason why individuals shouldn’t be looking towards their 2a rights for self protection.
To me it seems like it’s “submit to a trampling, or fight back while being trampled “.
I’m not brave, but I know where I wanna be given those 2 options.[close]
Not American. (BTW watching from the outside your country that we grew up idolising is fucking wild and absolutely horrific) Isn't the whole point of you guys' right to bear arms for this exact fucking situation? I get that the majority of the 2A nuts are going to be on Trump's side but like, I kind of would have expected at least something to happen by now. What's the point in all crying about how important it is that you maintain the right to arm yourselves if you're just going to sit back and let an authoritarian's private police force go out and shoot people in their cars? All those dead schoolchildren's lives seem even more in vein now
Edit - who was the guy with the Reggie Kelly avatar on here who was always defending gun ownership so vehemently? You out there shooting ICE agents in your city or what?
This tuber has info on the murderer:Pretty sure Keith skates
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=qcxxQ2sFY28
I hope he enjoyed his house cause he ain’t going back there again…
https://www.trulia.com/home/1120-francesca-ct-chaska-mn-55318-118632657
Looks like an upper middle class home. Must be nice making 6 figures for beating up immigrants and murdering a US citizen.
This event, and the administration’s reaction to it, is meant to put the American publicy on notice: if you step out of line, we will kill you, and we will label you as a terrorist to justify it
100 % proof of premeditation when he switches the gun to his right hand. Any right winger that denies this is doing so because they want impunity to kill their enemies.Another thing I haven't really seen mentioned is how he tracks her when firing shots 2 and 3. The first one could have been explained away as reflexive but he continues to draw down on her as she turns. That's intent to kill and his defense is gonna have an impossible time explaining that during the trial.
This event, and the administration’s reaction to it, is meant to put the American public on notice: if you step out of line, we will kill you, and we will label you as a terrorist to justify it
Our cops are trained by the idfAnother thing I haven't really seen mentioned is how he tracks her when firing shots 2 and 3. The first one could have been explained away as reflexive but he continues to draw down on her as she turns. That's intent to kill and his defense is gonna have an impossible time explaining that during the trial.Expand Quote100 % proof of premeditation when he switches the gun to his right hand. Any right winger that denies this is doing so because they want impunity to kill their enemies.
This event, and the administration’s reaction to it, is meant to put the American public on notice: if you step out of line, we will kill you, and we will label you as a terrorist to justify it[close]
I feel like the ICE officers have a directive to start killing people. The point of ICE is not really immigration, the intention has always been to turn this against citizens who the deem a threat. Seems like the mask is almost fully off. DHS is tweeting blatant fascist/nazi slogans, “believe your leader, not your own eyes” gaslighting as policy. The majority of the country is in complete denial.You sound like a madman
At the root of this are Christian cultists (and Israel) really thinking they are going to bring about the apocalypse
You sound like a madmanExpand QuoteI feel like the ICE officers have a directive to start killing people. The point of ICE is not really immigration, the intention has always been to turn this against citizens who the deem a threat. Seems like the mask is almost fully off. DHS is tweeting blatant fascist/nazi slogans, “believe your leader, not your own eyes” gaslighting as policy. The majority of the country is in complete denial.
At the root of this are Christian cultists (and Israel) really thinking they are going to bring about the apocalypse[close]
You sound like a madmanExpand QuoteI feel like the ICE officers have a directive to start killing people. The point of ICE is not really immigration, the intention has always been to turn this against citizens who the deem a threat. Seems like the mask is almost fully off. DHS is tweeting blatant fascist/nazi slogans, “believe your leader, not your own eyes” gaslighting as policy. The majority of the country is in complete denial.
At the root of this are Christian cultists (and Israel) really thinking they are going to bring about the apocalypse[close]
Expand QuoteYou sound like a madmanExpand QuoteI feel like the ICE officers have a directive to start killing people. The point of ICE is not really immigration, the intention has always been to turn this against citizens who the deem a threat. Seems like the mask is almost fully off. DHS is tweeting blatant fascist/nazi slogans, “believe your leader, not your own eyes” gaslighting as policy. The majority of the country is in complete denial.
At the root of this are Christian cultists (and Israel) really thinking they are going to bring about the apocalypse[close][close]
A "madman"? Nah, He sounds pretty spot on to me.
I feel like the ICE officers have a directive to start killing people. The point of ICE is not really immigration, the intention has always been to turn this against citizens who the deem a threat. Seems like the mask is almost fully off. DHS is tweeting blatant fascist/nazi slogans, “believe your leader, not your own eyes” gaslighting as policy. The majority of the country is in complete denial.
At the root of this are Christian cultists (and Israel) really thinking they are going to bring about the apocalypse
This is not tinfoil hat stuff. This has been the general sentiment in the resistance since inauguration. We knew they were going to be deputized and armed and that open conflict wasn't gonna work like last time. This is why it's wine moms and the elderly and disabled who show up every day, You can't fight fascism with proportionate retaliation. You'll just be killed and lied on.Expand QuoteI feel like the ICE officers have a directive to start killing people. The point of ICE is not really immigration, the intention has always been to turn this against citizens who the deem a threat. Seems like the mask is almost fully off. DHS is tweeting blatant fascist/nazi slogans, “believe your leader, not your own eyes” gaslighting as policy. The majority of the country is in complete denial.
At the root of this are Christian cultists (and Israel) really thinking they are going to bring about the apocalypse[close]
I dunno if this is even tin foil hat territory, but I'm pretty convinced they're pushing the boundaries further and further in attempt to provoke us to physically attack ICE agents en masse, clearing the path for a declaration of martial law that will never end, including suspension of elections.
Only moronic in the sense that when Michelle Obama tried to introduce the same plan in 2012 (after moving away from the old food pyramid to the new plate program) the GOP cried out that it was government overreach and her plan to make kids healthy was creating a “nanny state.”
Because apparently, health advice is only worth taking from someone who did heroin for a dozen years, willingly ate road kill and had literal brain worms.
Expand QuoteOnly moronic in the sense that when Michelle Obama tried to introduce the same plan in 2012 (after moving away from the old food pyramid to the new plate program) the GOP cried out that it was government overreach and her plan to make kids healthy was creating a “nanny state.”
Because apparently, health advice is only worth taking from someone who did heroin for a dozen years, willingly ate road kill and had literal brain worms.[close]
There is a famous study where a bunch of people pretend to hear voices in order to get admitted to an asylum. Once they are admitted, they act normal and no longer complain of hearing voices. The doctors, nurses, and orderlies interpret everything they do as evidence of their severe mental health issues. No matter what they do, it is evidence of being insane:wanting privacy while using the toilet --> insane; taking notes --> insane; being close with one's mom as young child and then with the dad as an older adolescent --> insane.
This is the world we live in where even if Obama or someone else does something normal or good, it will be interpreted as bad by those who predetermined biases about them. This is even more true with FOX and AM radio constantly making money off of trying to stoke outrage. Something that someone might see as neutral, becomes rage bait, because rage bait drives the political agenda and engagement. And, things that would throw the right-wing into hyper drive are downplayed.
We aren't perfect and do similar things in reverse. We've been a little too reactionary at attempt to dismantel regulations. We should have been promoting smart regulations not necessarily the status quo.
And while I have my doubts on the sincerity and it is hard to look past the Trump admin/republican support for pay-day-lenders, the 10% max interest on credit cards would be a win for most people. Even a broken clock is right twice a day.
But let's not forget, Epstein and the 60+ international groups meant to protect the world: https://www.npr.org/sections/goats-and-soda/2026/01/08/nx-s1-5671117/trump-withdrawal-united-nations-health
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteOnly moronic in the sense that when Michelle Obama tried to introduce the same plan in 2012 (after moving away from the old food pyramid to the new plate program) the GOP cried out that it was government overreach and her plan to make kids healthy was creating a “nanny state.”
Because apparently, health advice is only worth taking from someone who did heroin for a dozen years, willingly ate road kill and had literal brain worms.[close]
There is a famous study where a bunch of people pretend to hear voices in order to get admitted to an asylum. Once they are admitted, they act normal and no longer complain of hearing voices. The doctors, nurses, and orderlies interpret everything they do as evidence of their severe mental health issues. No matter what they do, it is evidence of being insane:wanting privacy while using the toilet --> insane; taking notes --> insane; being close with one's mom as young child and then with the dad as an older adolescent --> insane.
This is the world we live in where even if Obama or someone else does something normal or good, it will be interpreted as bad by those who predetermined biases about them. This is even more true with FOX and AM radio constantly making money off of trying to stoke outrage. Something that someone might see as neutral, becomes rage bait, because rage bait drives the political agenda and engagement. And, things that would throw the right-wing into hyper drive are downplayed.
We aren't perfect and do similar things in reverse. We've been a little too reactionary at attempt to dismantel regulations. We should have been promoting smart regulations not necessarily the status quo.
And while I have my doubts on the sincerity and it is hard to look past the Trump admin/republican support for pay-day-lenders, the 10% max interest on credit cards would be a win for most people. Even a broken clock is right twice a day.
But let's not forget, Epstein and the 60+ international groups meant to protect the world: https://www.npr.org/sections/goats-and-soda/2026/01/08/nx-s1-5671117/trump-withdrawal-united-nations-health[close]
10 percent interest rate cap is throwing crumbs to the serfs. No thanks, I'm more interested in French Revolution style reform where heads roll.
10% cap isn’t going to happen. People like Jamie Dimon and Bill Ackman will pay him 5 million each not to.
If anything, they’ll set a cap around 40% and have FOX and Newsmax spin it as protecting consumers.
Expand Quote10% cap isn’t going to happen. People like Jamie Dimon and Bill Ackman will pay him 5 million each not to.
If anything, they’ll set a cap around 40% and have FOX and Newsmax spin it as protecting consumers.[close]
See that's the thing, special interest will always prevail under this system, especially under a regime so flagrantly corrupt...
I personally find it sick that the media has moved on to Jerome Powell. Messing with interest rates will certainly wake our Congress people and senators up but we should still be having a conversation as a country about the woman in MN being shot and killed because she was annoying ice agents. With all the atrocities with the Trump administration this one seems to be the most emblematic of their attitude towards the people of the country. I’m glad some independent media members are staying on the topic because if you cannot convince the vast majority in the country that faceless, nameless government agents can decide to terminate life in the streets then what do any of the other topics matter.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=eM4yW0xQp8Q
https://theintercept.com/Expand QuoteI personally find it sick that the media has moved on to Jerome Powell. Messing with interest rates will certainly wake our Congress people and senators up but we should still be having a conversation as a country about the woman in MN being shot and killed because she was annoying ice agents. With all the atrocities with the Trump administration this one seems to be the most emblematic of their attitude towards the people of the country. I’m glad some independent media members are staying on the topic because if you cannot convince the vast majority in the country that faceless, nameless government agents can decide to terminate life in the streets then what do any of the other topics matter.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=eM4yW0xQp8Q[close]
I've said it again and again, it's not the "liberal media" controlling the narrative. It's the special interest media.
Look who is buying media up — Bezos bought WaPo, CBS was bought and put Bari Weiss in charge, Pat Soon for LA Times, Rupert Murdoch buying the WallStreet Journal, and Musk with Twitter.
Narratives are moving because Trump says to move them. And when they do, they buy favor and legislation as well.
Remember when Biden was in office? NY Times, Wall Street, all of them were constantly releasing OpEds on why Biden and Kamala were a failed state and how they need to resign. Once Trump took office, all that disappeared.
It's sucks to find reliable news that will hit hard on the stories that matter.
https://www.democracynow.org/https://theintercept.com/Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI personally find it sick that the media has moved on to Jerome Powell. Messing with interest rates will certainly wake our Congress people and senators up but we should still be having a conversation as a country about the woman in MN being shot and killed because she was annoying ice agents. With all the atrocities with the Trump administration this one seems to be the most emblematic of their attitude towards the people of the country. I’m glad some independent media members are staying on the topic because if you cannot convince the vast majority in the country that faceless, nameless government agents can decide to terminate life in the streets then what do any of the other topics matter.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=eM4yW0xQp8Q[close]
I've said it again and again, it's not the "liberal media" controlling the narrative. It's the special interest media.
Look who is buying media up — Bezos bought WaPo, CBS was bought and put Bari Weiss in charge, Pat Soon for LA Times, Rupert Murdoch buying the WallStreet Journal, and Musk with Twitter.
Narratives are moving because Trump says to move them. And when they do, they buy favor and legislation as well.
Remember when Biden was in office? NY Times, Wall Street, all of them were constantly releasing OpEds on why Biden and Kamala were a failed state and how they need to resign. Once Trump took office, all that disappeared.
It's sucks to find reliable news that will hit hard on the stories that matter.[close]
https://chrishedges.substack.com/
Feel good story of the year…
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=AV3NwegKZmE&pp=0gcJCTIBo7VqN5tD
This threat of invasion on Greenland is insane.
Really disappointed im actually speechless. Europe always thought the US was it's closest ally.
Sadly, Trump eating fast food and being a sex offender makes people relate to him or wish that they were him.Expand QuoteFeel good story of the year…
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=AV3NwegKZmE&pp=0gcJCTIBo7VqN5tD[close]
That dude said “Trump is a blue collar guy…”
What a stupid ass fucking take.
This threat of invasion on Greenland is insane.The guy is insane and the majority of what he does is insane. He does too much to distract people from his relationship with Epstein. It's hard not to think that he fucked kids.
Really disappointed im actually speechless. Europe always thought the US was it's closest ally.
I like to lurk on / occasionally post on a running forum I've been part of for 10+ years because I ran for sport in school. Distance running is big in rural America (though I wasn't in rural America, I would just read the forums).Is it Letsrun.com? That's like running's SLAP yeah?
I was disgusted by the ICE takes on those forums. It's niche enough where I don't think it's bots, its just the opinion of HS and college cross country coaches in Nebraska. Id sayd 50% of takes were pro-ICE / defending them, another 30% were "centrists" who would talk about whether or not its justified or analyzing shit in IMAX 1080HD60FPS or whatever, completely losing the plot.
I'm happy everyone here is logical, has common sense, and isn't beyond saving from American propaganda.
That being said, I saw a tik tok (great source, I know), of someone saying they HEARD someone else says they know yada etc x5) that the Orders ICE agents got when going to MN was that 100% of the somolis were undocumented (not true, 90% have papers, the people doing the fraud have papers), and that they have serious quotas they have to meet and are already getting desperate. And apparently the $50k bonus only hits if you don't quit for 5 years.. They're also under the impression that everyone loves them and they'll be welcome with open arms, which I believe because I guarantee they live in bubbles where their entire algorithm + TV (fox) is feeding them the garbage that made them that way.
I think this is all intentional (lying to them to provoke more violence to send a message).
Is it Letsrun.com? That's like running's SLAP yeah?Expand QuoteI like to lurk on / occasionally post on a running forum I've been part of for 10+ years because I ran for sport in school. Distance running is big in rural America (though I wasn't in rural America, I would just read the forums).
I was disgusted by the ICE takes on those forums. It's niche enough where I don't think it's bots, its just the opinion of HS and college cross country coaches in Nebraska. Id sayd 50% of takes were pro-ICE / defending them, another 30% were "centrists" who would talk about whether or not its justified or analyzing shit in IMAX 1080HD60FPS or whatever, completely losing the plot.
I'm happy everyone here is logical, has common sense, and isn't beyond saving from American propaganda.
That being said, I saw a tik tok (great source, I know), of someone saying they HEARD someone else says they know yada etc x5) that the Orders ICE agents got when going to MN was that 100% of the somolis were undocumented (not true, 90% have papers, the people doing the fraud have papers), and that they have serious quotas they have to meet and are already getting desperate. And apparently the $50k bonus only hits if you don't quit for 5 years.. They're also under the impression that everyone loves them and they'll be welcome with open arms, which I believe because I guarantee they live in bubbles where their entire algorithm + TV (fox) is feeding them the garbage that made them that way.
I think this is all intentional (lying to them to provoke more violence to send a message).[close]
Trump is now OPENLY suggesting to Reuters how we don't need November elections.Right that's why they're lying to Ice agents that are being deployed to cities they don't know. They want to create a situation explosive enough that it will pop off and they can use the Insurrection Act to declare martial law and suspend elections in November. This is the actual point of all of these deployments
Right-wing media is already trying to downplay it by calling it a joke.
As always, if he's saying it, he's NOT joking.
Right that's why they're lying to Ice agents that are being deployed to cities they don't know. They want to create a situation explosive enough that it will pop off and they can use the Insurrection Act to declare martial law and suspend elections in November. This is the actual point of all of these deploymentsExpand QuoteTrump is now OPENLY suggesting to Reuters how we don't need November elections.
Right-wing media is already trying to downplay it by calling it a joke.
As always, if he's saying it, he's NOT joking.[close]
Expand QuoteRight that's why they're lying to Ice agents that are being deployed to cities they don't know. They want to create a situation explosive enough that it will pop off and they can use the Insurrection Act to declare martial law and suspend elections in November. This is the actual point of all of these deploymentsExpand QuoteTrump is now OPENLY suggesting to Reuters how we don't need November elections.
Right-wing media is already trying to downplay it by calling it a joke.
As always, if he's saying it, he's NOT joking.[close][close]
100% on the dot. When it came to the National Guard, The Guard were to restrained and didn't really cause any kind of ruckus.
Now with ICE, it's been announced that due to a "clerical error" there are ICE agents being sent to the field without any training and/or incomplete training. Add to the fact that these dudes are 3 percenters, Proud Boys, and White Supremacists in uniform, they have no concern for the safety of the public.
So yea, Trump called in the right people to create enough unrest to cause commotion enough to him to invoke Martial Law and prevent voting from happening.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteRight that's why they're lying to Ice agents that are being deployed to cities they don't know. They want to create a situation explosive enough that it will pop off and they can use the Insurrection Act to declare martial law and suspend elections in November. This is the actual point of all of these deploymentsExpand QuoteTrump is now OPENLY suggesting to Reuters how we don't need November elections.
Right-wing media is already trying to downplay it by calling it a joke.
As always, if he's saying it, he's NOT joking.[close][close]
100% on the dot. When it came to the National Guard, The Guard were to restrained and didn't really cause any kind of ruckus.
Now with ICE, it's been announced that due to a "clerical error" there are ICE agents being sent to the field without any training and/or incomplete training. Add to the fact that these dudes are 3 percenters, Proud Boys, and White Supremacists in uniform, they have no concern for the safety of the public.
So yea, Trump called in the right people to create enough unrest to cause commotion enough to him to invoke Martial Law and prevent voting from happening.[close]
Yep. Not to mention every single service person I know has completely abandoned maga.
Enrique Tarrio was on an Ice roster list leaked this weekExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteRight that's why they're lying to Ice agents that are being deployed to cities they don't know. They want to create a situation explosive enough that it will pop off and they can use the Insurrection Act to declare martial law and suspend elections in November. This is the actual point of all of these deploymentsExpand QuoteTrump is now OPENLY suggesting to Reuters how we don't need November elections.
Right-wing media is already trying to downplay it by calling it a joke.
As always, if he's saying it, he's NOT joking.[close][close]
100% on the dot. When it came to the National Guard, The Guard were to restrained and didn't really cause any kind of ruckus.
Now with ICE, it's been announced that due to a "clerical error" there are ICE agents being sent to the field without any training and/or incomplete training. Add to the fact that these dudes are 3 percenters, Proud Boys, and White Supremacists in uniform, they have no concern for the safety of the public.
So yea, Trump called in the right people to create enough unrest to cause commotion enough to him to invoke Martial Law and prevent voting from happening.[close]
Yep. Not to mention every single service person I know has completely abandoned maga.[close]
Lucky for you. Too many service people I know still believe in MAGA and Trump. They might say they don't agree with everything he does, but for the most part, still believe he's doing a good job. Better than Biden/Obama/Kamala.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteRight that's why they're lying to Ice agents that are being deployed to cities they don't know. They want to create a situation explosive enough that it will pop off and they can use the Insurrection Act to declare martial law and suspend elections in November. This is the actual point of all of these deploymentsExpand QuoteTrump is now OPENLY suggesting to Reuters how we don't need November elections.
Right-wing media is already trying to downplay it by calling it a joke.
As always, if he's saying it, he's NOT joking.[close][close]
100% on the dot. When it came to the National Guard, The Guard were to restrained and didn't really cause any kind of ruckus.
Now with ICE, it's been announced that due to a "clerical error" there are ICE agents being sent to the field without any training and/or incomplete training. Add to the fact that these dudes are 3 percenters, Proud Boys, and White Supremacists in uniform, they have no concern for the safety of the public.
So yea, Trump called in the right people to create enough unrest to cause commotion enough to him to invoke Martial Law and prevent voting from happening.[close]
Yep. Not to mention every single service person I know has completely abandoned maga.[close]
Lucky for you. Too many service people I know still believe in MAGA and Trump. They might say they don't agree with everything he does, but for the most part, still believe he's doing a good job. Better than Biden/Obama/Kamala.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteRight that's why they're lying to Ice agents that are being deployed to cities they don't know. They want to create a situation explosive enough that it will pop off and they can use the Insurrection Act to declare martial law and suspend elections in November. This is the actual point of all of these deploymentsExpand QuoteTrump is now OPENLY suggesting to Reuters how we don't need November elections.
Right-wing media is already trying to downplay it by calling it a joke.
As always, if he's saying it, he's NOT joking.[close][close]
100% on the dot. When it came to the National Guard, The Guard were to restrained and didn't really cause any kind of ruckus.
Now with ICE, it's been announced that due to a "clerical error" there are ICE agents being sent to the field without any training and/or incomplete training. Add to the fact that these dudes are 3 percenters, Proud Boys, and White Supremacists in uniform, they have no concern for the safety of the public.
So yea, Trump called in the right people to create enough unrest to cause commotion enough to him to invoke Martial Law and prevent voting from happening.[close]
Yep. Not to mention every single service person I know has completely abandoned maga.[close]
Lucky for you. Too many service people I know still believe in MAGA and Trump. They might say they don't agree with everything he does, but for the most part, still believe he's doing a good job. Better than Biden/Obama/Kamala.[close]
That’s unfortunate. I’d open a dialogue. The literal situation we’re all in together is if you’re not a billionaire you don’t matter.
If we don’t put aside our differences and get a 3rd party going that actually represents the interests ALL THE PEOPLE of the world idk yo.
The planets gonna be an irradiated nightmare for generations
People need to start realizing that they’re going to kill everybody.
It's interesting to hear about the environment over there and your take on that forum being more like 4Chan, hehe. I'm more familiar with that website's owners than the site itself, dated their family member for years. They're some characters. I went on the forum to see what it was about once and saw some shit pretty quick. From my experience, whole fam is good people with sound views, I wouldn't say the forum operators are coming from a pro-MAGA place, not sure if that helps. As for the posters, I don't see how you can support ICE's actions without having some kind of hate in your heart or being unforgivably ignorant.Expand QuoteIs it Letsrun.com? That's like running's SLAP yeah?Expand QuoteI like to lurk on / occasionally post on a running forum I've been part of for 10+ years because I ran for sport in school. Distance running is big in rural America (though I wasn't in rural America, I would just read the forums).
I was disgusted by the ICE takes on those forums. It's niche enough where I don't think it's bots, its just the opinion of HS and college cross country coaches in Nebraska. Id sayd 50% of takes were pro-ICE / defending them, another 30% were "centrists" who would talk about whether or not its justified or analyzing shit in IMAX 1080HD60FPS or whatever, completely losing the plot.
I'm happy everyone here is logical, has common sense, and isn't beyond saving from American propaganda.
That being said, I saw a tik tok (great source, I know), of someone saying they HEARD someone else says they know yada etc x5) that the Orders ICE agents got when going to MN was that 100% of the somolis were undocumented (not true, 90% have papers, the people doing the fraud have papers), and that they have serious quotas they have to meet and are already getting desperate. And apparently the $50k bonus only hits if you don't quit for 5 years.. They're also under the impression that everyone loves them and they'll be welcome with open arms, which I believe because I guarantee they live in bubbles where their entire algorithm + TV (fox) is feeding them the garbage that made them that way.
I think this is all intentional (lying to them to provoke more violence to send a message).[close][close]
It is Letsrun lol. I consider it more like 4chan instead of Slap since its fully anonymous. But yes, in terms of people "taking it seriously", as in no one there is a casual runner, it's people like me who actually follow professional running or may have even considered it after going D1 or whatever.
It's good for trash talking and memes and true unfiltered opinions regarding running from true running nerds. I just never ventured to the "Unrelated", non-running threads until now.
It's a shame because my favorite t shirt is a shirt with their logo, makes me feel weird wearing it now.
Honestly some of the funniest threads I've ever read were on Letsrun. I kinda wish Slap was fully anon sometimes....it sucks 4chan /xs/ is filled with nothing but beginner skaters who aren't in the know enough to create hilarious niche jokes. Anon Slap would be insane tho...
Expand QuotePeople need to start realizing that they’re going to kill everybody.[close]
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/white-house/trump-threatens-invoke-insurrection-act-response-minneapolis-protests-rcna254187
All in the playbook as many have pointed out: create an authoritarian crisis, capitalize on the public disorder that results, and use the chaos as a cover to clamp down further. Next stop suspending elections under the guise of “emergency circumstances”.
Time to fully accept our worst nightmares are bearing down on us faster than expected.
China and Russia are sitting back and laughing.
WatchingTrumpsPutin's America turning it's back on it's ally in Europe and break up NATO.
Truly disgusting and sick.
Worrying part is no one in America seems to care.
Look how happy the little pedophile is with his participation trophy!
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IOC issued a warning if Trump keeps doing Trump things, they’ll ban Team USA from the upcoming Winter Olympics.
I personally think they should and it’d be even more hilarious if they banned Team USA in 2028 when we’re supposed to be hosting.
https://www.sportbible.com/other/ioc-olympics-donald-trump-america-175514-20260114
Expand QuoteIOC issued a warning if Trump keeps doing Trump things, they’ll ban Team USA from the upcoming Winter Olympics.
I personally think they should and it’d be even more hilarious if they banned Team USA in 2028 when we’re supposed to be hosting.
https://www.sportbible.com/other/ioc-olympics-donald-trump-america-175514-20260114[close]
Corporate dollar will never let that happen. Worse, I could see tht gaining him support from Americans
Expand QuoteLook how happy the little pedophile is with his participation trophy!
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The Nobel needs to officially strip Machado of it. Then immediately give it to Obama.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteLook how happy the little pedophile is with his participation trophy!
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The Nobel needs to officially strip Machado of it. Then immediately give it to Obama.[close]
It was a joke that she won the noble prize in the first place. She has supported military coups and openly advocated for the invasion of Venezuela.
Why should Obama get it? He was involved in so many wars and extrajudicial killings!
https://x.com/SenBooker/status/2011795625835114641
So as the calls for ICE to be abolished from the Democratic base..........Democrat lawmakers propose body cameras and better training (i.e. more funding) for the gestapo?
And people wonder why they keep losing....
https://x.com/SenBooker/status/2011795625835114641
So as the calls for ICE to be abolished from the Democratic base..........Democrat lawmakers propose body cameras and better training (i.e. more funding) for the gestapo?
And people wonder why they keep losing....
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteLook how happy the little pedophile is with his participation trophy!
(https://i.postimg.cc/BvHbNXtc/IMG-6384.png) (https://postimg.cc/HJWTkWwV)[close]
The Nobel needs to officially strip Machado of it. Then immediately give it to Obama.[close]
Obama won his for real in 2009.
It was a joke that she won the noble prize in the first place. She has supported military coups and openly advocated for the invasion of Venezuela.
Why should Obama get it? He was involved in so many wars and extrajudicial killings![close]
Giving to Obama would purely be to annoy Trump.
https://x.com/SenBooker/status/2011795625835114641
So as the calls for ICE to be abolished from the Democratic base..........Democrat lawmakers propose body cameras and better training (i.e. more funding) for the gestapo?
And people wonder why they keep losing....
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIOC issued a warning if Trump keeps doing Trump things, they’ll ban Team USA from the upcoming Winter Olympics.
I personally think they should and it’d be even more hilarious if they banned Team USA in 2028 when we’re supposed to be hosting.
https://www.sportbible.com/other/ioc-olympics-donald-trump-america-175514-20260114[close]
Corporate dollar will never let that happen. Worse, I could see tht gaining him support from Americans[close]
It’s why I want to see it happen. Billionaires in Trump’s pocket are going to get him to knock it off (at least for the duration of the games) because the Olympics are huge revenue buckets from them.
As for supporters, I dunno. Even Hitler and the Nazis knew not to fuck with the games when they hosted in 1936.
And if your predictions are correct and MAGA would support us being banned by IOC in favor of Trump’s ego, we as America, would be beyond saving when it comes to international relationships.
So we’ve seen that Walz has the national guard on standby as well as law enforcement to get tRumps SA back inline.
Fucking poetic justice.
I truly hope ICE gets a taste of the violence and murder they’ve been dolling out tenfold.
Will Miller have dump call in the military or will they turn tail?
Place your bets boys!
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteLook how happy the little pedophile is with his participation trophy!
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The Nobel needs to officially strip Machado of it. Then immediately give it to Obama.[close]
Obama won his for real in 2009.
It was a joke that she won the noble prize in the first place. She has supported military coups and openly advocated for the invasion of Venezuela.
Why should Obama get it? He was involved in so many wars and extrajudicial killings![close]
Giving to Obama would purely be to annoy Trump.[close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteLook how happy the little pedophile is with his participation trophy!
(https://i.postimg.cc/BvHbNXtc/IMG-6384.png) (https://postimg.cc/HJWTkWwV)[close]
The Nobel needs to officially strip Machado of it. Then immediately give it to Obama.[close]
Obama won his for real in 2009.
It was a joke that she won the noble prize in the first place. She has supported military coups and openly advocated for the invasion of Venezuela.
Why should Obama get it? He was involved in so many wars and extrajudicial killings![close]
Giving to Obama would purely be to annoy Trump.[close][close]
That’s a stupid reason.
There is always way too much focus on Trump. He feeds on attention and terrorizes the globe by making everything about himself! I am so fucking sick of it and I don’t even live in the US.
Expand QuoteSo we’ve seen that Walz has the national guard on standby as well as law enforcement to get tRumps SA back inline.
Fucking poetic justice.
I truly hope ICE gets a taste of the violence and murder they’ve been dolling out tenfold.
Will Miller have dump call in the military or will they turn tail?
Place your bets boys![close]
100% Trump and Miller will call in US National Guard and use violence on American citizens. Then he will inact Martial Law. He’s already casually stated to the news that he would have no problem and lied by saying that 49% of Presidents have already used it, laying the foundation for his base to (falsely) justify him using it.
Threatening to take Greenland and Canada is a big problem for America and the West in general.
This can easily grow into something that takes down a very powerful mutual alliance because Trump can only think in terms of leverage and domination rather than mutual aid.
I imagine all the BRICS are excited, but no one more than China because it is going to fill the US's place in the world by building on its already established economic might/ability to produce. Trump (and Russia) are cementing this as China's century.
Venezuela is just another example of American interfering with a Latin American country that doesn't have much power in the broad scheme of things. This could become a quagmire that we get stuck dealing with, but not one that takes us down. The death of NATO on the other hand is going to change the world for everyone.
The alliance amongst the West has had some serious problems, but losing this is going to make the world a lot worse. N. America and Europe is an insanely powerful bloc and the fact that it is that is being blown up cause Peter Thiel wants Greenland and Trump is upset Canadians (technically still British) burned down the White House in 1814 is heartbreaking.
There are lots of things that were established prior to my birth that were net negatives on my life (i.e. nearly anything Reagan promoted with his neo-liberal agenda), but NATO is one thing that has made my life better. NATO has done some stupid shit, but--in general--it is not an institution I'm excited to see fall.
It really is amazing at the start of the Ukraine/Russia war is the easiest explanation of how crazy it was and how close the two were in culture was people comparing USA/Canada. Well, here we are. We are going to graduate from silly South Park Canadian jokes to real hatred real quick. I've already seen it starting, I had people complain to me about how Canadians booed the American National Anthem at some hockey game. They were so upset about the anthem being booed, but didn't give a shit about the idea of invading Canada. That was just funny. :o
The Last Election
The presidential election in 2024 may be the last free vote taken in the United States. Dictatorships only hold elections with predetermined outcomes or do not hold them at all. Trump is no exception.
CHRIS HEDGES
JAN 19
Donald Trump’s threat to cancel the midterm elections is not a feign. He attempted to overturn the results of the 2020 election and said he would not accept the outcome of the 2024 election if he lost. He ruminates about defying the Constitution to serve a third term. He is determined to retain absolute control — buttressed by an obsequious Republican majority — in Congress. He fears, if he loses control of Congress, impeachment. He fears impediments to the rapid reconfiguration of America as an authoritarian state. He fears losing the monuments he is building to himself — his name emblazoned on federal buildings, including the Kennedy Center, his scrapping of free entry to National Parks on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and replacing it with his own birthday, his seizure of Greenland and who knows, maybe Canada, his ability to put cities, such as Minneapolis, under siege and snatch legal residents off the streets.
Dictators love elections as long as they are fixed. The dictatorships I covered in Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and the Balkans staged highly choreographed election spectacles. These spectacles were a cynical prop whose outcome was preordained. They were used to legitimize iron control over a captive population, mask the enrichment of the dictator, his family and his inner circle, criminalize all dissent and ban opposition political parties in the name of “the will of the people.”
When Saddam Hussein held a presidential referendum in Oct. 1995, the only question on the ballot was “Do you approve of President Saddam Hussein being the President of the Republic?” Voters marked ‘yes’ or ‘no.’ The official results saw Hussein win 99.96 percent of some 8.4 million votes cast. Turnout was reported at 99.47 percent. His counterpart in Egypt, the former general Hosni Mubarak, in 2005 was re-elected for a fifth consecutive six-year term with a more modest mandate of 88.6 percent of the vote. My less than reverential coverage of the elections held in Syria in 1991, where there was only one candidate on the ballot, President Hafez al-Assad, who reportedly got 99.9 percent of the vote, saw me banned from the country.
These spectacles are the model, I expect, for what comes next, unless Trump gets his deepest wish, which is to emulate Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia — whose security detail assassinated my colleague and friend Jamal Khashoggi in 2018 in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul — and hold no elections at all.
Wannabe president-for-life Trump floats the idea of canceling the 2026 midterm elections, telling Reuters that, “when you think of it, we shouldn’t even have an election.” When President Volodymyr Zelensky informed Trump elections were not held in Ukraine because of the war, Trump gushed, “So you mean if we happen to be in a war with somebody, no more elections? Oh, that’s good.”
Trump told The New York Times he regrets not directing the National Guard to seize voting machines after the 2020 election. He wants to abolish mail-in voting, along with voting machines and tabulators, which allow boards of elections to post results on election night. Better to slow the process down and like the Chicago political machine under Mayor Richard J. Daley, stuff boxes with ballots after the polls close to ensure victory.
Trump’s administration is prohibiting voter registration drives at naturalization centers. It is imposing nation-wide restrictive voter ID laws. It is reducing the hours that federal employees have to leave work and vote. In Texas, the new redistricting map blatantly disenfranchises Black and Latino voters, a move upheld by the Supreme Court. It is expected to eradicate five Congressional Democratic seats.
Our money-drenched elections, coupled with aggressive gerrymandering, mean few races for Congress are competitive. Recent redistricting has, so far, all but guaranteed the Republicans another nine seats in Texas, Missouri, North Carolina, and Ohio and six for the Democrats, five in California and one in Utah. Republicans intend to carry out more redistricting in Florida and Democrats plan a redistricting ballot initiative in Virginia. If the Supreme Court continues to gut the Voting Rights Act, then Republican redistricting will explode, possibly cementing into place a Republican victory whether the majority of voters want it or not. No one can call redistricting democratic.
The Supreme Court’s ruling in Citizens United took from us any real input into elections. Citizens United permitted unlimited money from corporations and wealthy individuals to rig the election process in the name of protected speech under the First Amendment. It ruled that heavily financed and organized lobbying by large corporations is an application of the people’s right to petition their government.
Our most basic rights, including the freedom from wholesale government surveillance, have been steadily revoked by judicial and legislative fiat.
The “consent of the governed” is a cruel joke.
There are few substantial differences between the Democrats and Republicans. They exist to provide the illusion of representative democracy. The Democrats and their liberal apologists adopt tolerant positions on issues regarding race, religion, immigration, women’s rights and sexual identity, and pretend this is politics. The right wing uses those on the margins of society — especially immigrants and the phantom “radical left” — as scapegoats. But on all the major issues — war, trade deals, austerity, militarized police, the vast carceral state and deindustrialization — they are in lockstep.
“One cannot point to any national institution(s) that can accurately be described as democratic,” the political philosopher Sheldon Wolin noted in his book “Democracy Incorporated,” “surely not in the highly managed, money-saturated elections, the lobby-infested Congress, the imperial presidency, the class-biased judicial and penal system, or, least of all, the media.”
Wolin called our system of governance “inverted totalitarianism.” It paid outward fealty to the façade of electoral politics, the Constitution, civil liberties, freedom of the press, the independence of the judiciary, and the iconography, traditions and language of American patriotism, while it allowed corporations and oligarchs to effectively seize all of the mechanisms of power to render the citizen impotent.
The emptiness of the political landscape under “inverted totalitarianism” saw politics merge with entertainment. It fostered a ceaseless political burlesque, a politics without politics. The subject of empire, along with unregulated corporate power, endless war, poverty and social inequality, became taboo.
These political spectacles create manufactured political personalities, Trump’s fictitious persona, a product of “The Apprentice.” They thrive on empty rhetoric, sophisticated public relations, slick advertising, propaganda and the constant use of focus groups and opinion polls to loop back to voters what they want to hear. The vapid, issueless and celebrity-driven presidential campaign of Kamala Harris was a sterling example of this political performance art.
The assault on democracy, carried out by the two ruling parties, set the stage for Trump. They emasculated our democratic institutions, stripped us of our most basic rights and cemented into place the machinery of authoritarian control, including the imperial presidency. All Trump had to do was flick the switch.
The indiscriminate police violence familiar in poor urban communities, where militarized police serve as judge, jury and executioner, long ago handed the state the power to “legally” harass and kill citizens with impunity. It spawned the largest prison population in the world. This evisceration of civil liberties and due process has now been turned on the rest of us. Trump did not initiate it. He expanded it. Terror is the point.
Trump, like all dictators, is intoxicated by militarism. He is calling for the Pentagon’s budget to be raised from $1 trillion to $1.5 trillion. Congress, in passing Trump’s One Big Beautiful Act, has allocated more than $170 billion for border and interior enforcement, including $75 billion for ICE over the next four years. That is more than the yearly budget for all local and state law enforcement agencies combined.
“When a constitutionally limited government utilizes weapons of horrendous destructive power, subsidizes their development, and becomes the world’s largest arms dealer,” Wolin writes, “the Constitution is conscripted to serve as power’s apprentice rather than its conscience.”
He goes on:
That the patriotic citizen unswervingly supports the military and its huge budget means that conservatives have succeeded in persuading the public that the military is distinct from government. Thus, the most substantial element of state power is removed from public debate. Similarly, in his/her new status as imperial citizen the believer remains contemptuous of bureaucracy yet does not hesitate to obey the directives issued by the Department of Homeland Security, the largest and most intrusive governmental department in the history of the nation. Identification with militarism and patriotism, along with the images of American might projected by the media, serves to make the individual citizen feel stronger, thereby compensating for the feelings of weakness visited by the economy upon an overworked, exhausted, and insecure labor force.
The Democrats in the next election — if there is one — will offer up least-worst alternatives while doing little or nothing to thwart the march toward authoritarianism. They will remain hostage to the demands of corporate lobbyists and oligarchs. The party, which stands for nothing and fights for nothing, could well hand Trump a victory in the midterms. But Trump does not want to take that chance.
Trump and his minions are energetically closing the last exit built into the system that prevents absolute dictatorship. They intend to orchestrate the sham elections familiar in all dictatorships, or abolish them. They are not joking. This will be the death blow to the American experiment. There will be no going back. We will become a police state. Our freedoms, already under heavy assault, will be extinguished. At that point, only mass mobilizations and strikes will thwart the solidification of the dictatorship. And such actions, as we see in Minneapolis, will be greeted with lethal state repression.
The subverting of the next elections will offer two stark choices to Trump’s most vocal opponents. Exile or arrest and imprisonment at the hands of ICE thugs.
Resistance to the beast, as in all dictatorships, will come at a very high cost.
President Donald Trump sent a a letter on Jan 18 to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in which complained about not winning the Nobel Peace Prize, saying he no longer will think “purely of Peace” as a result. Trump went on to assert that only a “Complete and Total Control of Greenland” by the U.S. could keep the world “secure."
Trump’s letter was first reported by PBS journalist Nick Schifrin in an X post, was later confirmed by Støre to the Norwegian outlet VG.
“Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace, although it will always be predominant, but can now think about what is good and proper for the United States of America,” the letter says.
Støre told VG that the letter came in response to a short message earlier in the day from him and the President of Finland, Alexander Stubb.
"I have done more for NATO than any other person since its founding, and now, NATO should do something for the United States. The World is not secure unless we have Complete and Total Control of Greenland," the letter says.
Greenland is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Trump has said acquiring the territory is essential to U.S. national security and to "protect" it from Russia and China.
President Donald Trump is interviewed by Reuters White House correspondent Steve Holland (not pictured) in the Oval Office on Jan. 14, 2026.
Støre on Jan. 17,pushed back on Trump's insistence that U.S. should control Greenland, saying.
"Threats have no place among allies. Norway's position is firm: Greenland is part of the Kingdom of Denmark. Norway fully supports the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Denmark," he wrote on X. "There is broad agreement in NATO on the need to strengthen security in the Arctic, including in Greenland."
Meanwhile, Trump announced on Jan. 17 that a 10% tariff would be imposed on all goods sent to the U.S. from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the U.K., the Netherlands and Finland unless “a Deal is reached for the Complete and Total purchase of Greenland.”
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and President of the European Council Antonio Costa issued a statement on Jan. 17 saying "Territorial integrity and sovereignty are fundamental principles of international law" and adding that the EU “stands in full solidarity with Denmark and the people of Greenland.”
Expand QuoteThreatening to take Greenland and Canada is a big problem for America and the West in general.
This can easily grow into something that takes down a very powerful mutual alliance because Trump can only think in terms of leverage and domination rather than mutual aid.
I imagine all the BRICS are excited, but no one more than China because it is going to fill the US's place in the world by building on its already established economic might/ability to produce. Trump (and Russia) are cementing this as China's century.
Venezuela is just another example of American interfering with a Latin American country that doesn't have much power in the broad scheme of things. This could become a quagmire that we get stuck dealing with, but not one that takes us down. The death of NATO on the other hand is going to change the world for everyone.
The alliance amongst the West has had some serious problems, but losing this is going to make the world a lot worse. N. America and Europe is an insanely powerful bloc and the fact that it is that is being blown up cause Peter Thiel wants Greenland and Trump is upset Canadians (technically still British) burned down the White House in 1814 is heartbreaking.
There are lots of things that were established prior to my birth that were net negatives on my life (i.e. nearly anything Reagan promoted with his neo-liberal agenda), but NATO is one thing that has made my life better. NATO has done some stupid shit, but--in general--it is not an institution I'm excited to see fall.
It really is amazing at the start of the Ukraine/Russia war is the easiest explanation of how crazy it was and how close the two were in culture was people comparing USA/Canada. Well, here we are. We are going to graduate from silly South Park Canadian jokes to real hatred real quick. I've already seen it starting, I had people complain to me about how Canadians booed the American National Anthem at some hockey game. They were so upset about the anthem being booed, but didn't give a shit about the idea of invading Canada. That was just funny. :o[close]
I don’t want my son to have to serve a year or possibly even fight a war. Europe is already building up its military. Germany will invest 200 billion in its defense. We desperately need investment in education and transportation, but instead we get 200 Billion Euros for Tanks and technology that in a best case scenario will rot in a warehouse somewhere.
Legit, should a Democrat get back into office in 2028, what are the realistic chances that we can get back into WHO and the good graces of our EU allies, NATO, and the UN?
Did anyone watch his Davos speech?
Actually laughable how fucking stupid he is. He kept calling Greenland... Iceland and saying he was the big daddy.
Fucking stupid cunt.
Legit, should a Democrat get back into office in 2028, what are the realistic chances that we can get back into WHO and the good graces of our EU allies, NATO, and the UN?
Expand QuoteLegit, should a Democrat get back into office in 2028, what are the realistic chances that we can get back into WHO and the good graces of our EU allies, NATO, and the UN?[close]
In my limited political understanding I would assume 'we' (the EU) would let out a big sigh of relief and welcome 'you' back rightaway. That is, if we havent imploded by then due to destabilizing actions by rightwing parties which we helped into power by democratic elections.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteLegit, should a Democrat get back into office in 2028, what are the realistic chances that we can get back into WHO and the good graces of our EU allies, NATO, and the UN?[close]
In my limited political understanding I would assume 'we' (the EU) would let out a big sigh of relief and welcome 'you' back rightaway. That is, if we havent imploded by then due to destabilizing actions by rightwing parties which we helped into power by democratic elections.[close]
Would we ?
All it takes is 4 years for the tide to turn again and any positive changes be reversed.
US has shown its not a credible partner and honestly this could take decades to fix.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteLegit, should a Democrat get back into office in 2028, what are the realistic chances that we can get back into WHO and the good graces of our EU allies, NATO, and the UN?[close]
In my limited political understanding I would assume 'we' (the EU) would let out a big sigh of relief and welcome 'you' back rightaway. That is, if we havent imploded by then due to destabilizing actions by rightwing parties which we helped into power by democratic elections.[close]
Would we ?
All it takes is 4 years for the tide to turn again and any positive changes be reversed.
US has shown its not a credible partner and honestly this could take decades to fix.[close]
Well all know ICE has orders to illegally enter homes now right? Think that was unintentional? Nope they want one of their SA to get shot so they can declare martial law. Let’s not forget they’re kidnapping literal children:
I’ve been saying to the 2A fanatics that he’s going to be the one who takes your weapons. Dictators don’t want an armed populace.
It’s funny when it happens to others but they don’t bother to think it’s going to happen to them as well. People don’t have critical thinking skills any long unfortunately.
@devils acrobat hopefully shit works better for your country than it did with ours. Stay strong and have a plan if it doesn’t.
http://www.instagram.com/reel/DT5l7rfjbtT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
The KKK is executing people for fun.
With all the completely fucked up shit happening in the twin cities recently (another horrific shooting this morning literally blocks from where i used to live), i’m so proud to see twin cities showing up for their community and braving it out despite it being dangerous and brutally cold.
Stay safe out there twin cities pals ❤️
Yesterday I just filled out my application for a handgun permit. 2nd Amendment while we still have it.
And all the 2A dipshits are gonna “well ackshually” this all day long.
I guarantee they were under a directive to kill and make an example of a “leftist” they found legally carrying.
We are heading very quickly to our generstion’s “Boston Massacre” moment. I think we will see a large scale killing of protestors by Summer. How the public reacts will seal the fate of this country.
We have a bad snow storm coming. Should’ve bought some American flags to burn so I can keep warm if we lose power…. Fuck this country.
The fucked shit is that, if Martial Law were to be enacted, it literally all stems from a situation he has created entirely. There was absolutely no serious problems until he started this whole attempt at a dictatorship.i get what you mean
I'm so physically and mentally exhausted everyday from all of this. I wake up and my anxiety and tension just gets worse as the day goes on and by the end of the day my fucking shoulders feel like i've been carrying five gallon buckets of rocks all day. I'm fucking pissed. I have a 16 year old kid and I can't believe this is the shit her and every other kid is going to inherit. I'm drained.
People need to start realizing that they’re going to kill everybody.
I'm so physically and mentally exhausted everyday from all of this. I wake up and my anxiety and tension just gets worse as the day goes on and by the end of the day my fucking shoulders feel like i've been carrying five gallon buckets of rocks all day. I'm fucking pissed. I have a 16 year old kid and I can't believe this is the shit her and every other kid is going to inherit. I'm drained.
i get what you meanExpand QuoteThe fucked shit is that, if Martial Law were to be enacted, it literally all stems from a situation he has created entirely. There was absolutely no serious problems until he started this whole attempt at a dictatorship.[close]
the project is still going as planned
but “absolutely no serious problems” is farcical
that kind of rhetoric led us to where we are today
is it all serious now? and not for the last decade?
thank you for clearing that upExpand Quotei get what you meanExpand QuoteThe fucked shit is that, if Martial Law were to be enacted, it literally all stems from a situation he has created entirely. There was absolutely no serious problems until he started this whole attempt at a dictatorship.[close]
the project is still going as planned
but “absolutely no serious problems” is farcical
that kind of rhetoric led us to where we are today
is it all serious now? and not for the last decade?[close]
There were no problems in Democrat-led cities that, on any level, required the National Guard and squadrons of ICE agents. That was purely inflammatory on the part of the administration.
I'm so physically and mentally exhausted everyday from all of this. I wake up and my anxiety and tension just gets worse as the day goes on and by the end of the day my fucking shoulders feel like i've been carrying five gallon buckets of rocks all day. I'm fucking pissed. I have a 16 year old kid and I can't believe this is the shit her and every other kid is going to inherit. I'm drained.Your daughter also inherits the immediate community you foster around your daily lives. Fill her space with friends and family that will care for each other. You also pass down your character and how you treat others yourself. Its a rough world but that is not all you are leaving your child. Stay well.
Your daughter also inherits the immediate community you foster around your daily lives. Fill her space with friends and family that will care for each other. You also pass down your character and how you treat others yourself. Its a rough world but that is not all you are leaving your child. Stay well.Expand QuoteI'm so physically and mentally exhausted everyday from all of this. I wake up and my anxiety and tension just gets worse as the day goes on and by the end of the day my fucking shoulders feel like i've been carrying five gallon buckets of rocks all day. I'm fucking pissed. I have a 16 year old kid and I can't believe this is the shit her and every other kid is going to inherit. I'm drained.[close]
Each act, each occasion, is worse than the last, but only a little worse. You wait for the next and the next. You wait for one great shocking occasion, thinking that others, when such a shock comes, will join with you in resisting somehow. You don’t want to act, or even talk alone; you don’t want to “go out of your way to make trouble.” Why not?—Well, you are not in the habit of doing it. And it is not just fear, fear of standing alone, that restrains you; it is also genuine uncertainty.
Uncertainty is a very important factor, and, instead of decreasing as time goes on, it grows. Outside, in the streets, in the general community, “everyone” is happy. One hears no protest, and certainly sees none. You speak privately to your colleagues, some of whom certainly feel as you do; but what do they say? They say, “It’s not so bad” or “You’re seeing things” or “You’re an alarmist.”
And you are an alarmist. You are saying that this must lead to that, and you can’t prove it. These are the beginnings, yes; but how do you know for sure when you don’t know the end, and how do you know, or even surmise, the end? On the one hand, your enemies, the law, the regime, the Party, intimidate you. On the other, your colleagues pooh-pooh you as pessimistic or even neurotic. You are left with your close friends, who are, naturally, people who have always thought as you have.
But your friends are fewer now. Some have drifted off somewhere or submerged themselves in their work. You no longer see as many as you did at meetings or gatherings. Now, in small gatherings of your oldest friends, you feel that you are talking to yourselves, that you are isolated from the reality of things. This weakens your confidence still further and serves as a further deterrent to—to what? It is clearer all the time that, if you are going to do anything, you must make an occasion to do it, and then are obviously a troublemaker. So you wait, and you wait.
But the one great shocking occasion, when tens or hundreds of thousands will join with you, never comes. That’s the difficulty. If the last and worst act of the whole regime had come immediately after the first and smallest, thousands, yes, millions, would have been sufficiently shocked—if, let us say, the gassing of the Jews in ’43 had come immediately after the “German Firm” stickers on the windows of non-Jewish shops in ’33. But of course this isn’t the way it happens. In between come all of the hundreds of little steps, some of them imperceptible, each of them preparing you not to be shocked by the next. Step C is not so much worse than Step B, and, if you did not make a stand at Step B, why should you at Step C? And so on to Step D.
And one day, too late, your principles, if you were ever sensible of them, all rush in upon you. The burden of self-deception has grown too heavy, and some minor incident, in my case my little boy, hardly more than a baby, saying “Jewish swine,” collapses it all at once, and you see that everything has changed and changed completely under your nose. The world you live in—your nation, your people—is not the world you were born in at all. The forms are all there, all untouched, all reassuring, the houses, the shops, the jobs, the mealtimes, the visits, the concerts, the cinema, the holidays. But the spirit, which you never noticed because you made the lifelong mistake of identifying it with the forms, is changed. Now you live in a world of hate and fear, and the people who hate and fear do not even know it themselves; when everyone is transformed, no one is transformed. Now you live in a system which rules without responsibility even to God. The system itself could not have intended this in the beginning, but in order to sustain itself it was compelled to go all the way.
Suddenly it all comes down, all at once. You see what you are, what you have done, or, more accurately, what you haven’t done (for that was all that was required of most of us: that we do nothing). You remember those early morning meetings of your department when, if one had stood, others would have stood, perhaps, but no one stood. A small matter, a matter of hiring this man or that, and you hired this one rather than that. You remember everything now, and your heart breaks. Too late. You are compromised beyond repair.
Except from They Thought They Were Free: The Germans 1933-45 - A nonfiction book from 1955 by Milton Mayer, consisting of interviews with ordinary German citizens after WWII
Expand QuoteI'm so physically and mentally exhausted everyday from all of this. I wake up and my anxiety and tension just gets worse as the day goes on and by the end of the day my fucking shoulders feel like i've been carrying five gallon buckets of rocks all day. I'm fucking pissed. I have a 16 year old kid and I can't believe this is the shit her and every other kid is going to inherit. I'm drained.[close]
Stay strong dude. You’re not the only one who feels that way and I’m sure your daughter knows how lucky she is to have you
This is a very good interview and surprised it was allowed to occur on CNN. Dana Bash will surely have a You Tube channel only soon…I’m absolutely dumbfounded by the gaslighting. Despicable.
https://youtu.be/-VBJx116hqk?si=Q39Fd7jh84l9cN-M
It really doesn’t help me that it just makes my blood boil looking at any of those scum bags faces. I wish I could watch that piece of shit Greg getting schooled for 20 minutes (or whatever happened in the video) but I can’t even watch it. Unless it’s him getting a taste of his own medicine I’m not looking at his scumbag face.
This is a very good interview and surprised it was allowed to occur on CNN. Dana Bash will surely have a You Tube channel only soon…On the plus side, 93% of Warner Bros Discovery shareholders rejected Paramount's hostile takeover bid and the deadline was January 21st. Now they'd if just can Scott Jennings then maybe they can stop both sidesing the military coup we're in the middle of. I'm not deluded enough to think that legacy media is gonna do shit but serve content they think will get them ratings but it would be nice to not have an actual turd in the punchbowl at every roundtable discussion that CNN can't get enough of airing.
https://youtu.be/-VBJx116hqk?si=Q39Fd7jh84l9cN-M
The fact that the tech oligarchy is pulling the strings is going turbo charge the trajectory of it all.Palantir created the database, app and software for ICE agents to take facial scans of everyone. Everyone in the database has a score that correlates to threat level. Getting scanned while protesting gets you labeled as a dangerous domestic terrorist by the domestic terrorists.
Bovino sounds so similar to DaFino that every time I hear his name, in my I head I say...
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And stay away from my special...from my...fuckin' lady friend, man!
Wish Walter was there to tell Donny T to shut up
It's funny. I never knew it was based on John Milius but immediately knew who you were talking about right now.Expand QuoteWish Walter was there to tell Donny T to shut up[close]
Considering who Walter was based on, he might not this time
If the goal was just immigration, ICE wouldn't be focused on Portland or Minneapolis. Two relatively small cities that are super white.
It's funny. I never knew it was based on John Milius but immediately knew who you were talking about right now.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWish Walter was there to tell Donny T to shut up[close]
Considering who Walter was based on, he might not this time[close]
Look, I love Conan the Barbarian, maybe more than the next guy, but I caught a white supremacist reading off of it one day and it's been hard to unsee it. Teutonic ubermensch destroys the cult of the dark skinned snake worshipper and frees the fair concubines, all set to the Reich's favorite compose Carl Orf (at least the trailer was anyway.)
All the aggressive ICE operations in swing-state cities seems to all be to set the stage for interference in the midterms through voter intimidation, claims of emergency, or attempts to federalize election oversight. Just terrorise people enough that when you roll out Ice into all the dem states, people will be too scared to turn up.
Plus over half of the Project 2025 agenda has been implemented IN THE FIRST YEAR. At least 20 Project 2025 authors now hold administration positions.
It's going to be next to impossible to turn this around, voting isn't going to be enough and there's no chance any fair vote will be allowed to take place.
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Murdering people in USA isn’t enough. They want to brutalize people in other countries with taxpayers’ money. Private security firms would charge a fraction of whatever this will cost.
ok fuck that bovino guy
MFer he's "out there" doing what Stephen Miller told him to do. They're not walking this back but I'm gonna try to derive some joy from watching them try.Expand Quoteok fuck that bovino guy[close]
Looks like he’s the fall guy. Got removed from leadership role and sent back to CA and Trump calls him “out there”.
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Looks like he’s the fall guy. Got removed from leadership role and sent back to CA and Trump calls him “out there”.
I just can’t believe they actually went against 2aThey’ll sacrifice any beliefs to “own the libs.”
They’ll sacrifice any beliefs to “own the libs.”Expand QuoteI just can’t believe they actually went against 2a[close]
Expand QuoteThey’ll sacrifice any beliefs to “own the libs.”Expand QuoteI just can’t believe they actually went against 2a[close][close]
And they’ll still run on the platform in 2028 that the Democrat candidate is going to take your guns.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThey’ll sacrifice any beliefs to “own the libs.”Expand QuoteI just can’t believe they actually went against 2a[close][close]
And they’ll still run on the platform in 2028 that the Democrat candidate is going to take your guns.[close]
I think Marco is the only one who could run on that since he hasn’t had any video of him saying that. You’ve got even the NrA criticizing these guys
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThey’ll sacrifice any beliefs to “own the libs.”Expand QuoteI just can’t believe they actually went against 2a[close][close]
And they’ll still run on the platform in 2028 that the Democrat candidate is going to take your guns.[close]
I think Marco is the only one who could run on that since he hasn’t had any video of him saying that. You’ve got even the NrA criticizing these guys[close]
Sadly, any Republican will just play the “I didn’t say that” and/or “That’s not true” line and their followers will just go with it.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThey’ll sacrifice any beliefs to “own the libs.”Expand QuoteI just can’t believe they actually went against 2a[close][close]
And they’ll still run on the platform in 2028 that the Democrat candidate is going to take your guns.[close]
I think Marco is the only one who could run on that since he hasn’t had any video of him saying that. You’ve got even the NrA criticizing these guys[close]
Sadly, any Republican will just play the “I didn’t say that” and/or “That’s not true” line and their followers will just go with it.[close]
Sure, but a lot of this is in service to Trump who gets that rarefied treatment. I’m curious to see how they are treated when they stand on their own and start fighting dirty with each other to secure the nomination.
Grain of salt without a proper source, but I read that a local Minn journalist was also arrested by the feds.
Expand QuoteGrain of salt without a proper source, but I read that a local Minn journalist was also arrested by the feds.[close]
My bad.
Article from last week mentioning how a federal judge is rejecting the DOJ’s attempt to prosecute Don Lemon for the reason that Lemon was reporting and not protesting:
https://www.cnn.com/2026/01/22/politics/don-lemon-justice-department-minnesota
Article mentions that Attorney General Pam Bondi is pissed the magistrate judge refused to sign the warrant, making easy to specualte that Bondi then shopped around to a judge loyal to the administration.
Then the article mentioning his arrest this morning:
https://www.cnn.com/2026/01/30/politics/don-lemon-custody
Argument is he and the protestors interrupted service, therefore denying people their rights to express their religion. Looks like they’re gonna be hit with Trump’s “Anti-Christian Bias EO” where they’re going to prosecute to the fullest exent anyone who is deemed “Anti-Christian.”
https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/06/politics/donald-trump-executive-orders-icc-anti-christian-bias
Friday tRump is a pedophile drops:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUJG21oEdhU/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DS0K0zJjXO7/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Feel free to add on.
Friday tRump is a pedophile drops:
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUJG21oEdhU/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DS0K0zJjXO7/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Feel free to add on.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteGrain of salt without a proper source, but I read that a local Minn journalist was also arrested by the feds.[close]
My bad.
Article from last week mentioning how a federal judge is rejecting the DOJ’s attempt to prosecute Don Lemon for the reason that Lemon was reporting and not protesting:
https://www.cnn.com/2026/01/22/politics/don-lemon-justice-department-minnesota
Article mentions that Attorney General Pam Bondi is pissed the magistrate judge refused to sign the warrant, making easy to specualte that Bondi then shopped around to a judge loyal to the administration.
Then the article mentioning his arrest this morning:
https://www.cnn.com/2026/01/30/politics/don-lemon-custody
Argument is he and the protestors interrupted service, therefore denying people their rights to express their religion. Looks like they’re gonna be hit with Trump’s “Anti-Christian Bias EO” where they’re going to prosecute to the fullest exent anyone who is deemed “Anti-Christian.”
https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/06/politics/donald-trump-executive-orders-icc-anti-christian-bias[close]
No no, you’re good man! I was saying take my comment with a grain of salt, because I didn’t provide a source.
Sorry for not clarifying.
“Authorities continue to be vague about why exactly Lemon is being prosecuted. Bondi wrote on X that Lemon—alongside journalist Georgia Fort and two activists, Trahern Jeen Crews and Jamael Lydell Lundy—had been detained “in connection with [a] coordinated attack” on the St. Paul church, but has not said what the charges are. FBI spokeswoman Lourdes Arocho said Lemon was arrested in Beverly Hills “on a federal warrant issued in another district.””
“But only a few hours after the fact, the DOJ’s case is falling apart again. MS NOW reported that various DOJ prosecutors in both Minnesota and Los Angeles have refused to be involved in indicting Lemon. ”
Excerpt From
“DOJ’s Arrest of Don Lemon Is Already Going Off the Rails”
The New Republic
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Typically this would be= weird as hell but it's 2026 America. Really does seem like a distraction and obvious bribe. Looks to be getting reverse review bombed. Comes off as the most vapid first lady in history and they are acting like she's Eleanor Roosevelt.
"Melania mistakes its subject’s fame for star quality, and mistakes a life of leisure for one of accomplishment and importance,"
Not so different from so many US citizen's take on her husband, just swap out for more sinister misconceptions. 100% pure, uncut insanity.
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Typically this would be= weird as hell but it's 2026 America. Really does seem like a distraction and obvious bribe. Looks to be getting reverse review bombed. Comes off as the most vapid first lady in history and they are acting like she's Eleanor Roosevelt.
"Melania mistakes its subject’s fame for star quality, and mistakes a life of leisure for one of accomplishment and importance,"
Not so different from so many US citizen's take on her husband, just swap out for more sinister misconceptions. 100% pure, uncut insanity.[close]
Director Brett Ratner pictured with Jacob Epstein.
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Personally I can't wait to get ahold of a copy of the film. I have a half a mind to splice with it with footage of J6. ICE violence and of course lots of montages of things that have come to light in the Epstein files. Then re-release..
The irony of her barely being able to speak english and having a hazy, dubious immigration background herself while trying to pass off this administrations propaganda is too much man
Theyll do a scientist or doctor dirty but turn a blind eye to her doing absolutely nothing for society at large
Also a dem won Texas special election for the first time in decades and tRump wants the federal government to run all voting.
Fuck the states having control. It’s to difficult to stuff ballots that way!
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Also a dem won Texas special election for the first time in decades and tRump wants the federal government to run all voting.
Fuck the states having control. It’s to difficult to stuff ballots that way![close]
And he said it straight up on Dan Bongino’s podcast, too. He’s saying it out loud and MAGA and FOX are quick with the typical “The Left can’t take a joke” shit.
Man, remember when language of stealing elections, civil war, and quid pro quos were grounds for impeachment?
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Also a dem won Texas special election for the first time in decades and tRump wants the federal government to run all voting.
Fuck the states having control. It’s to difficult to stuff ballots that way![close]
And he said it straight up on Dan Bongino’s podcast, too. He’s saying it out loud and MAGA and FOX are quick with the typical “The Left can’t take a joke” shit.
Man, remember when language of stealing elections, civil war, and quid pro quos were grounds for impeachment?[close]
I remember when yelling “BYYYYAAAAAH!” was all it took for people to think a candidate was unpresidential.
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Also a dem won Texas special election for the first time in decades and tRump wants the federal government to run all voting.
Fuck the states having control. It’s to difficult to stuff ballots that way![close]
And he said it straight up on Dan Bongino’s podcast, too. He’s saying it out loud and MAGA and FOX are quick with the typical “The Left can’t take a joke” shit.
Man, remember when language of stealing elections, civil war, and quid pro quos were grounds for impeachment?[close]
I remember when yelling “BYYYYAAAAAH!” was all it took for people to think a candidate was unpresidential.
That was a fucking hard arc to live through as a voter. We went from maybe electing Al Gore to centrist, hawkish Dems beating somebody like Dean easily but then being too liberal to ever be elected. Straight up dog walked into the Iraq invasion with the Congressional vote for that shitting all over whatever liberal credibility they might have had left. Trump for sure capitalized on that stigma but he never served or held office so it was just armchair quarterbacking. He's clearly the worst kind of hawk. John Edwards went from coming in 2nd in those caucuses and becoming the Dem VP nominee to being indicted for using campaign money to hide his cheating on his wife who was dying of cancer.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quote
Also a dem won Texas special election for the first time in decades and tRump wants the federal government to run all voting.
Fuck the states having control. It’s to difficult to stuff ballots that way![close]
And he said it straight up on Dan Bongino’s podcast, too. He’s saying it out loud and MAGA and FOX are quick with the typical “The Left can’t take a joke” shit.
Man, remember when language of stealing elections, civil war, and quid pro quos were grounds for impeachment?[close]
I remember when yelling “BYYYYAAAAAH!” was all it took for people to think a candidate was unpresidential.[close]
People forget - that was his rallying cry after coming in 4th. He was toast already
Edit: came in third (in Iowa)
Apparently, Trump shit his pants behind the resolute desk.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=yrX9mAi1LLA
Code brown! We have a code brown people!Expand QuoteApparently, Trump shit his pants behind the resolute desk.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=yrX9mAi1LLA[close]
:24 the girl in green next to him is smelling it. And by the way they're clearing people out in the quickness, seems like they have protocol for his incontinence.
SCOTUS ruled that CA can use the new voting maps.
ZERO DISSENTS.
The lack of Clarence Thomas' shitty feedback, leaves me with a feeling that him, Alito, and Roberts know that Trump will meddle with the midterm elections and are voting this way to come off as competent while not coming off as complicit.
Expand QuoteSCOTUS ruled that CA can use the new voting maps.
ZERO DISSENTS.
The lack of Clarence Thomas' shitty feedback, leaves me with a feeling that him, Alito, and Roberts know that Trump will meddle with the midterm elections and are voting this way to come off as competent while not coming off as complicit.[close]
Bannon said ICE is going to be everywhere on Election Day, but that seems logistically improbable.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteSCOTUS ruled that CA can use the new voting maps.
ZERO DISSENTS.
The lack of Clarence Thomas' shitty feedback, leaves me with a feeling that him, Alito, and Roberts know that Trump will meddle with the midterm elections and are voting this way to come off as competent while not coming off as complicit.[close]
Bannon said ICE is going to be everywhere on Election Day, but that seems logistically improbable.[close]
Not everywhere, just 15 cities (Trump mentioned on Dan Borgino podcast) that are big, heavy Democratic cities.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSCOTUS ruled that CA can use the new voting maps.
ZERO DISSENTS.
The lack of Clarence Thomas' shitty feedback, leaves me with a feeling that him, Alito, and Roberts know that Trump will meddle with the midterm elections and are voting this way to come off as competent while not coming off as complicit.[close]
Bannon said ICE is going to be everywhere on Election Day, but that seems logistically improbable.[close]
Not everywhere, just 15 cities (Trump mentioned on Dan Borgino podcast) that are big, heavy Democratic cities.[close]
Different convos - the 15 cities is where Trump said Republicans should take over the voting
Bannon’s piggybacking off that
https://thehill.com/homenews/media/5723066-bannon-ice-presence-polls/amp/
Good thing there’s still mail in voting or drop boxes. If you mail MAKE SURE ITS POSTMARKED BEFORE ELECTION DAY. Anything that’s marked after that(even if it was mailed before) won’t be counted. Do it a couple weeks, or more, early if you can.
The previous postmaster general is a Trump lackey, with ties to a logistic company, who cut funding to make services less efficient. The USPS went from making profit to losing billions of dollars per year. It’s most likely that Republicans want to ruin it so one of them can buy it for cheap, and commit ballot fraud, since that’s one of the things Republicans accuse Democrats of doing.Expand QuoteGood thing there’s still mail in voting or drop boxes. If you mail MAKE SURE ITS POSTMARKED BEFORE ELECTION DAY. Anything that’s marked after that(even if it was mailed before) won’t be counted. Do it a couple weeks, or more, early if you can.[close]
Note: With USPS new ruling, letters will now be postmarked when it gets to the regional center rather than when the post office first gets it and processes it. This, especially in rural areas, can add a 1-2 day delay to your postmark.
Make no mistake, this is a way to void as many mail-in ballots as possible. So if you do vote by mail, do it early!
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSCOTUS ruled that CA can use the new voting maps.
ZERO DISSENTS.
The lack of Clarence Thomas' shitty feedback, leaves me with a feeling that him, Alito, and Roberts know that Trump will meddle with the midterm elections and are voting this way to come off as competent while not coming off as complicit.[close]
Bannon said ICE is going to be everywhere on Election Day, but that seems logistically improbable.[close]
Not everywhere, just 15 cities (Trump mentioned on Dan Borgino podcast) that are big, heavy Democratic cities.[close]
Different convos - the 15 cities is where Trump said Republicans should take over the voting
Bannon’s piggybacking off that
https://thehill.com/homenews/media/5723066-bannon-ice-presence-polls/amp/[close]
I get that. Just the implication is while "everywhere" is technically unfeasible, "everywhere" for them is simply Democrat run cities. Especially huge ones like LA, SF, Chicago, Atlanta, etc.
All of that on top of making sure to make voting in those cities will be as difficult as possible. Probably shit like, no parking within 2-miles of polling locations, restricting the amount of polling locations in heavily populated area, no bathrooms, etc.
The previous postmaster general is a Trump lackey, with ties to a logistic company, who cut funding to make services less efficient. The USPS went from making profit to losing billions of dollars per year. It’s most likely that Republicans want to ruin it so one of them can buy it for cheap, and commit ballot fraud, since that’s one of the things Republicans accuse Democrats of doing.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteGood thing there’s still mail in voting or drop boxes. If you mail MAKE SURE ITS POSTMARKED BEFORE ELECTION DAY. Anything that’s marked after that(even if it was mailed before) won’t be counted. Do it a couple weeks, or more, early if you can.[close]
Note: With USPS new ruling, letters will now be postmarked when it gets to the regional center rather than when the post office first gets it and processes it. This, especially in rural areas, can add a 1-2 day delay to your postmark.
Make no mistake, this is a way to void as many mail-in ballots as possible. So if you do vote by mail, do it early![close]
Also, I will never understand the oil industry. Why do we still need so much oil. We have massive surplusespower, control, greed
Sen Marsha Blackburn from TN criticized SCOTUS Judge Ketanji Jackson for being at the Grammys and is insisting they probe into the attendance. She said her being there (she was nominated for a book she narrated), where anti-ICE comments were made, makes her question her ethics and whether she can remain politically impartial.
https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5726897-justice-jackson-grammy-controversy/amp/
Blackburn ignored all glossed over all accusations and evidence of Clarence Thomas accepting high-value gifts as well as Alito’s flying the flag upside down when Biden was elected. But this, this is where she puts her foot down.
happy Black History Month!
https://www.forbes.com/sites/siladityaray/2026/02/06/gop-members-want-trump-apology-for-racist-clip-of-obamas-he-shared-then-deleted/?streamIndex=0Expand Quotehappy Black History Month![close]
i heard he posted some racist shit but god damn.
100% make them look like NASCAR driversExpand QuoteSen Marsha Blackburn from TN criticized SCOTUS Judge Ketanji Jackson for being at the Grammys and is insisting they probe into the attendance. She said her being there (she was nominated for a book she narrated), where anti-ICE comments were made, makes her question her ethics and whether she can remain politically impartial.
https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5726897-justice-jackson-grammy-controversy/amp/
Blackburn ignored all glossed over all accusations and evidence of Clarence Thomas accepting high-value gifts as well as Alito’s flying the flag upside down when Biden was elected. But this, this is where she puts her foot down.[close]
All republicans are disingenuous. However, I don’t think Supreme Court justices should do anything but Supreme Court things. They have the most impactful jobs in the country, so they don’t need to write books or give speeches or narrate films. I’m so tired of how these public servants are always trying to work some angle to make money or boost their status. If I were paid $300K to be a Supreme Court justice or $175K for Congress I wouldn’t be worrying about a side hustle. There is too much money in politics and most of these people are on the take. I’ve always said Congress people should have corporate sponsor patches on the suit jackets so we know who is paying them off.
power, control, greedExpand QuoteAlso, I will never understand the oil industry. Why do we still need so much oil. We have massive surpluses[close]
its capitalism 101
surplus doesnt equate to lower pricesExpand Quotepower, control, greedExpand QuoteAlso, I will never understand the oil industry. Why do we still need so much oil. We have massive surpluses[close]
its capitalism 101[close]
But the surplus pushes prices down. Scarcity drives prices up, as far as I understand things
Expand Quotepower, control, greedExpand QuoteAlso, I will never understand the oil industry. Why do we still need so much oil. We have massive surpluses[close]
its capitalism 101[close]
But the surplus pushes prices down. Scarcity drives prices up, as far as I understand things
Kash Patel and the FBI conclude the Epstein wasn’t running a trafficking ring and no client list exists.
https://www.axios.com/2025/07/07/jeffrey-epstein-suicide-client-list-trump-administration
Yea, I 100% expect Trump to release Ghislane and posthumously give Epstein the Presidential Freedom Award. All before suing the victims.
surplus doesnt equate to lower pricesExpand QuoteExpand Quotepower, control, greedExpand QuoteAlso, I will never understand the oil industry. Why do we still need so much oil. We have massive surpluses[close]
its capitalism 101[close]
But the surplus pushes prices down. Scarcity drives prices up, as far as I understand things[close]
for high demand resources
having it all means you call the price
“surplus” means nothing in a culture
where excess is perpetually undefined
and “having it all” is the championed idea
nobody says they have a surplus of gold
it would be referred to as a vault of gold,
which will always be expanded upon to fit more gold
well before the word “surplus” is ever used
military might will be demonstrated
before there is ever a true scarcity for any resource
that is how the new world was built
and will systematically continue to operate
Kash Patel and the FBI conclude the Epstein wasn’t running a trafficking ring and no client list exists.That’s an article from July but the current articles contain the same information. The AG said in February that the client list was sitting on her desk. After more documents got released, Patel and Bondi said no list exists.
https://www.axios.com/2025/07/07/jeffrey-epstein-suicide-client-list-trump-administration
Yea, I 100% expect Trump to release Ghislane and posthumously give Epstein the Presidential Freedom Award. All before suing the victims.
That’s an article from July but the current articles contain the same information. The AG said in February that the client list was sitting on her desk. After more documents got released, Patel and Bondi said no list exists.Expand QuoteKash Patel and the FBI conclude the Epstein wasn’t running a trafficking ring and no client list exists.
https://www.axios.com/2025/07/07/jeffrey-epstein-suicide-client-list-trump-administration
Yea, I 100% expect Trump to release Ghislane and posthumously give Epstein the Presidential Freedom Award. All before suing the victims.[close]
If JE didn’t traffic girls, why is Clinton’s testimony needed? Trump himself said that the list is all Democrats.
I’m sick of all the lies. Fuck the rich and fuck the politicians who get away with actual crimes. There’s no accountability for rich bootlickers in this shithole country.
Its infuriating that maxwell is getting better treatment than innocent people and victims of ice in fucking detentions centers as she attempts to bargain for clemency. Absolutely fucking insane
https://open.substack.com/pub/chrishedges/p/the-last-election-read-by-eunice?r=53nndp&utm_medium=ios
It’s not in the article posted above, but Republicans passed the SAVE Act in the House. Tell your non-MAGA friends and relatives to get a passport and/or REAL ID as soon as possible, so they aren’t disqualified from voting. If they have a non-REAL ID, their name on the ID has to match their birth certificate to be able to vote. We’ll probably have sham elections, but we should at least try to vote these pedophile-loving bootlickers out of office.
Edit:
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/feb/11/gallup-stop-tracking-presidential-approval-ratings
No more approval ratings because they don’t support Cheeto Dick’s desired approval.
Trump repeals key Greenhouse Gas findings, basically undercutting the EPA while flat out denying climate change: https://www.politico.com/news/2026/02/12/trump-epa-endangerment-finding-climate-regulation-00778446
Because, you know — fuck clean air. He keeps rambling on and on about clean burning coal and MAGA keeps eating it up as if they weren’t the ones in the mines getting black lung disease.
Nailed it. I strongly agree with all intentional and unintentional messaging in this post.Expand Quotehttps://open.substack.com/pub/chrishedges/p/the-last-election-read-by-eunice?r=53nndp&utm_medium=ios
It’s not in the article posted above, but Republicans passed the SAVE Act in the House. Tell your non-MAGA friends and relatives to get a passport and/or REAL ID as soon as possible, so they aren’t disqualified from voting. If they have a non-REAL ID, their name on the ID has to match their birth certificate to be able to vote. We’ll probably have sham elections, but we should at least try to vote these pedophile-loving bootlickers out of office.
Edit:
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/feb/11/gallup-stop-tracking-presidential-approval-ratings
No more approval ratings because they don’t support Cheeto Dick’s desired approval.[close]
I just came to say this. Also, to all the people who think voting doesn’t matter. Everything they’re doing should prove the opposite to you now. Get it together. Get your asses to the poles.
Nothing in this world is more important than Democracy.
Expand QuoteTrump repeals key Greenhouse Gas findings, basically undercutting the EPA while flat out denying climate change: https://www.politico.com/news/2026/02/12/trump-epa-endangerment-finding-climate-regulation-00778446
Because, you know — fuck clean air. He keeps rambling on and on about clean burning coal and MAGA keeps eating it up as if they weren’t the ones in the mines getting black lung disease.[close]
What is weird to me about this one is that is isn't hard to read thermometer, we've kept simple records of temperature for a long time, and we can do simple experiments in a classroom to show how carbon traps heat.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKrpa3eLBgQ&t
They know it’s too late. They’re trying to extract as much wealth and install authoritarianism before climate collapse becomes impossible to ignore.
When they were greenwashing, the oil companies were giving tips on how people can lower their individual carbon footprint…fuck those ghouls.Expand QuoteThey know it’s too late. They’re trying to extract as much wealth and install authoritarianism before climate collapse becomes impossible to ignore.[close]
They always knew about it. Oil and gas company execs simply chose to do nothing about the problem and focus on profits and pass the problems onto future generations. And they're still doing it.
I, and any other reasonable American, struggle daily with what is happening and the feeling of powerlessness. Learning that our rights are not inalienable and checks-and-balances was not enforceable has been a tough transition, and even if things recover politically, the illusion of it all can never return. I, personally, have the most trouble with comprehending how other people can seem to be enjoying the cruelty and misfortune.
That being said, please please try to enjoy the little things in front of you. It is ok to take a break from the news and social media and just focus on some of the good things that can come with the human experience: foods you enjoy, skating, music, playing with your dog, your favorite movie... whatever it may be.
Sadly, having compassion and dignity is an act of rebellion for an American these days, so if you can express that just a little bit then you have done something to fight the horrible shift in values we are experiencing. We may not be able to end the hate, violence, emotional stupidity, bullying, and cruelty being inflicted upon us (and infecting so many), but we can make the world a little better for someone in a small way and that does make a difference.
It has been another in a seemingly endless series of tough weeks for American (and for the rest of the world, because of America). I read something I had written in a post here almost a year ago and it was helpful so I'll repost it now.QuoteExpand QuoteI, and any other reasonable American, struggle daily with what is happening and the feeling of powerlessness. Learning that our rights are not inalienable and checks-and-balances was not enforceable has been a tough transition, and even if things recover politically, the illusion of it all can never return. I, personally, have the most trouble with comprehending how other people can seem to be enjoying the cruelty and misfortune.
That being said, please please try to enjoy the little things in front of you. It is ok to take a break from the news and social media and just focus on some of the good things that can come with the human experience: foods you enjoy, skating, music, playing with your dog, your favorite movie... whatever it may be.
Sadly, having compassion and dignity is an act of rebellion for an American these days, so if you can express that just a little bit then you have done something to fight the horrible shift in values we are experiencing. We may not be able to end the hate, violence, emotional stupidity, bullying, and cruelty being inflicted upon us (and infecting so many), but we can make the world a little better for someone in a small way and that does make a difference.[close]
I hope everyone out there stays safe and is able to muster up a tiny bit of kindness and joy. This country and perhaps world may be heading to shit, but that doesn't mean our specific communities have to go there as well.
Didn't somebody here suggest the administration is trying to let the USPS fail so they can bankrupt it, get their grubby hands all in it and kill mail-in voting?
I saw a recent article about the USPS's fiscal losses recently and immediately thought of that.
Expand QuoteDidn't somebody here suggest the administration is trying to let the USPS fail so they can bankrupt it, get their grubby hands all in it and kill mail-in voting?
I saw a recent article about the USPS's fiscal losses recently and immediately thought of that.[close]
I read somewhere too that they want the usps to fail so they can have amazon take over for the post offices.
Yeah @EdLawndale that's been my bugaboo about the USPS for years so I've probably griped about it somewhere before. The stuff that's gone down with Lewis DeJoy is just another step in the plan to eliminate a necessary service. It stretches back to a Bush era law that compelled the USPS to prefund the pensions for all of their staff going forward for the next 75 years, and they had a 10 year window to come up with the funding. It took a functioning service that was being disrupted by the adoption of email and kneecapped their budget. Going forward, the GOP Congress could always say it was struggling financially and maybe we'd just be better off letting Jeff Bezos take the wheel.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteDidn't somebody here suggest the administration is trying to let the USPS fail so they can bankrupt it, get their grubby hands all in it and kill mail-in voting?
I saw a recent article about the USPS's fiscal losses recently and immediately thought of that.[close]
I read somewhere too that they want the usps to fail so they can have amazon take over for the post offices.[close]
They never fully said it, but the implication was there. Trump’s former postmaster DeJoy had stock in UPS and other conflicting companies.
Things he implemented made USPS less efficient such as killing sorting machines for the slower hand sorting. Then Trump also constantly claimed the USPS was losing money every year. Thing in, USPS is a SERVICE not a BUSINESS.
USPS is especially needed in rural areas where mail is sent to these areas for pennies on the dollar, versus if FedEx sent it, that same postage would be hundreds of dollars more.
Basically, GOP want to privatize everything. Jails, social securiy, health, military, etc. Its more profitable to them when you own stock in a company that gets government contracts.
Interesting reading:
https://x.com/raydalio/status/2022788750388998543?s=46
Lots of relevant parallels
There will be no justice for these fools. Even if Democrats win the next elections, persecuting every Republican scumbag for four years is just going to be bad optics (and just how many can you convict with due process in this time?). The right will simply come together again under the guise of being unfairly persecuted. The only way this does not happen is for GOP to implode in the next three years and do some clean-up themselves.
Oh shit. Guess they couldn’t stop the Pedo President from being exposed.
(https://i.postimg.cc/mrHKVtsT/IMG-6508.png) (https://postimg.cc/94cxQX0k)
https://newrepublic.com/post/206599/evidence-trump-epstein-pam-bondi
“[REDACTED] stated Epstein introduced her to Trump who subsequently forced her head down to his exposed penis which she subsequently bit. In response, Trump punched her in the head and kicked her out,” reads the first entry, noting that the victim would have been between 13 and 15 years old and that the incident took place sometime between 1983 and 1985.
But the second accusation against the president, which involves Trump agreeing with Epstein that a 14-year-old victim was a “good one,” carries a different kind of credibility inside the DOJ, since the person who provided the statement was also used as a key government witness to convict Maxwell, according to the files.
“[REDACTED] remembered Epstein introduced her to Trump saying ‘This is a good one, huh’ and Trump responded ‘Yes’. (date range roughly 1984, [REDACTED] would have been 14),” the slide reads.
Trump was mentioned more than 38,000 times in the latest batch of Epstein files, and was flagged in more than 5,300 files in the document cache.
Watching a few of these other countries like England and France start holding investigations in regards to the files will only make this country look worse for doing nothing.
Their base will eat it up. Anytime I see a social media post about Trump & Epstein, some boomer or Russian troll posts a photoshopped picture of Obama standing with Epstein.Why do you think Bondi and the GOP are having Bill and Hillary testify? They’re trying to make examples out of them, so they can show the world they’re doing something about the Epstein Files while protecting their own.Expand QuoteWatching a few of these other countries like England and France start holding investigations in regards to the files will only make this country look worse for doing nothing.[close]
Hell, even Trump said he was going to have Bondi open investigations into [just] Democrats who were mentioned in the files.
Their base will eat it up. Anytime I see a social media post about Trump & Epstein, some boomer or Russian troll posts a photoshopped picture of Obama standing with Epstein.Expand QuoteWhy do you think Bondi and the GOP are having Bill and Hillary testify? They’re trying to make examples out of them, so they can show the world they’re doing something about the Epstein Files while protecting their own.Expand QuoteWatching a few of these other countries like England and France start holding investigations in regards to the files will only make this country look worse for doing nothing.[close]
Hell, even Trump said he was going to have Bondi open investigations into [just] Democrats who were mentioned in the files.[close]
Hearing Maxwell say that she can testify that Clinton didn’t do anything wrong makes me not care what happens to him. She’s a liar just like Cheeto Dick.
There will be no justice for these fools. Even if Democrats win the next elections, persecuting every Republican scumbag for four years is just going to be bad optics (and just how many can you convict with due process in this time?). The right will simply come together again under the guise of being unfairly persecuted. The only way this does not happen is for GOP to implode in the next three years and do some clean-up themselves.
That stupid fucking idiot just announced he wants to transfer his madeup ass board of peace 10 billion taxpayer dollars while his stupid ass tariffs cost working familes at the absolute least 1k
So essentially the lil piggy wants to start a real estate project in Gaza with taxpayer money. Very on brand.
Beyond tired of this talking point! I think at this point it only works with the most bootlicking fox news watching delusional boomer crowd.Expand QuoteThat stupid fucking idiot just announced he wants to transfer his madeup ass board of peace 10 billion taxpayer dollars while his stupid ass tariffs cost working familes at the absolute least 1k[close]
Board of Peace as he bombed Venezuela and is about to start a war with Iran.
Also, of course this is just another avenue to take taxpayers' money.
Then when a Dem gets in office, MAGA will be back to scrutinizing every cost, asking, "where are we going to get the money for this?!"
Finally! Tariffs dunzo!!!I hate that this demon most likely wont take his L without trying to do something stupid
Suck on that Trump!
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn8146l0n55o
I hate that this demon most likely wont take his L without trying to do something stupidExpand QuoteFinally! Tariffs dunzo!!!
Suck on that Trump!
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn8146l0n55o[close]
Expand QuoteI hate that this demon most likely wont take his L without trying to do something stupidExpand QuoteFinally! Tariffs dunzo!!!
Suck on that Trump!
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn8146l0n55o[close][close]
Because this administration is known for listening to the rulings of judges…
Didn't want to bump other threads but noticed today that Hasan is repping an antihero cap. He seems to make fashion choices with purpose so curious as to how that happened.
They absolutely need to run us checks
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI hate that this demon most likely wont take his L without trying to do something stupidExpand QuoteFinally! Tariffs dunzo!!!
Suck on that Trump!
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn8146l0n55o[close][close]
Because this administration is known for listening to the rulings of judges…[close]
Trump always goes to the Supreme Court when he does not like lower court rulings. He has to respect the Supreme Court. Also, who will collect and pay tariffs now? And I expect lawsuits from other countries. I think this is the one that puts to bed this nonsense.
Expand QuoteThey absolutely need to run us checks[close]
Not gonna happen. As states and businesses sue the DOJ and Treasury for money lost from tariffs, MAGA will once again argue, "where are we going to get the money to pay for this?"
While ignoring the fact they never questioned these spenditures:
$10,000,000,000 for Trump's lawsuit for having his taxes released
$10,000,000,000 to Board of Peace which allows Trump to spend it as he sees
$1,000,000,000 to retrofit the security for the plane Trump accepted from the Saudis
$400,000,000 on unapproved East Wing Construction on the White House
$200,000,000 on two new planes for Kristi Noem
$250,000+ per BMW for Kash Patel knowing he has a fleet of Chevys
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThey absolutely need to run us checks[close]
Not gonna happen. As states and businesses sue the DOJ and Treasury for money lost from tariffs, MAGA will once again argue, "where are we going to get the money to pay for this?"
While ignoring the fact they never questioned these spenditures:
$10,000,000,000 for Trump's lawsuit for having his taxes released
$10,000,000,000 to Board of Peace which allows Trump to spend it as he sees
$1,000,000,000 to retrofit the security for the plane Trump accepted from the Saudis
$400,000,000 on unapproved East Wing Construction on the White House
$200,000,000 on two new planes for Kristi Noem
$250,000+ per BMW for Kash Patel knowing he has a fleet of Chevys[close]
We may end up paying interest to the companies that paid tariffs.
Also, this may be a bureaucratic nightmare. Not all the tariffs go away, just the one's Trump used a 1977 law to justify.
All of the grift bothers me, but the bolded costs above annoy me on a personal level. American government officials having shitty American made cars is actually a point of pride. It shows that they aren't in those positions for their our own gain, but to do good.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThey absolutely need to run us checks[close]
Not gonna happen. As states and businesses sue the DOJ and Treasury for money lost from tariffs, MAGA will once again argue, "where are we going to get the money to pay for this?"
While ignoring the fact they never questioned these spenditures:
$10,000,000,000 for Trump's lawsuit for having his taxes released
$10,000,000,000 to Board of Peace which allows Trump to spend it as he sees
$1,000,000,000 to retrofit the security for the plane Trump accepted from the Saudis
$400,000,000 on unapproved East Wing Construction on the White House
$200,000,000 on two new planes for Kristi Noem
$250,000+ per BMW for Kash Patel knowing he has a fleet of Chevys[close]
We may end up paying interest to the companies that paid tariffs.
Also, this may be a bureaucratic nightmare. Not all the tariffs go away, just the one's Trump used a 1977 law to justify.
All of the grift bothers me, but the bolded costs above annoy me on a personal level. American government officials having shitty American made cars is actually a point of pride. It shows that they aren't in those positions for their our own gain, but to do good.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThey absolutely need to run us checks[close]
Not gonna happen. As states and businesses sue the DOJ and Treasury for money lost from tariffs, MAGA will once again argue, "where are we going to get the money to pay for this?"
While ignoring the fact they never questioned these spenditures:
$10,000,000,000 for Trump's lawsuit for having his taxes released
$10,000,000,000 to Board of Peace which allows Trump to spend it as he sees
$1,000,000,000 to retrofit the security for the plane Trump accepted from the Saudis
$400,000,000 on unapproved East Wing Construction on the White House
$200,000,000 on two new planes for Kristi Noem
$250,000+ per BMW for Kash Patel knowing he has a fleet of Chevys[close]
We may end up paying interest to the companies that paid tariffs.
Also, this may be a bureaucratic nightmare. Not all the tariffs go away, just the one's Trump used a 1977 law to justify.
All of the grift bothers me, but the bolded costs above annoy me on a personal level. American government officials having shitty American made cars is actually a point of pride. It shows that they aren't in those positions for their our own gain, but to do good.[close]
Don’t forget that $1B to change all the Defense Dept stuff to Dept of War (even though that change didn’t go through Congress so it’s not its actual name). Changi
Look up Pam Bondi’s brother, a lawyer as well. He got hired by a big firm and a lot of his big clients’ cases are suddenly being dropped and or easily settled by the DOJ. Earning him big paychecks and position within his firm.
Not suspicious, right?
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fuckin' nutlick, man
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fuckin' nutlick, man[close]
How do you buy a already paid tariff? Is there a really a market for already paid bills for the hopes that there is a policy change or a refund offered?
How can ownership of everything be transferred from one person to another.
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fuckin' nutlick, man[close]
How do you buy a already paid tariff? Is there a really a market for already paid bills for the hopes that there is a policy change or a refund offered?
How can ownership of everything be transferred from one person to another.
I always thought this country can’t get any worse for the past year, but I keep getting proven wrong. After the Renee Good execution, I lost the tiny bit of faith I had in America.
In the Epstein files, Peter Thiel and Epstein talked about pushing culture wars to divide people, so they can run the country into the ground, in order to buy businesses and land for cheap.
Aside from MacKenzie Scott and Melinda Gates, every billionaire is a piece of shit.
Soy bean farmers are going to have find another crop or go bankrupt. Trump gave Argentina a bail out and allowed them sell Soy Beans to China way to go dumb ass.
Trump basically collapsed an entire sector that we should do well in. Probably sending the Argentina bailout to them to launder it. Sick.
Just 2% of Epstein files have been released.
Expand QuoteJust 2% of Epstein files have been released.[close]
That’s more than I thought the DOJ would let get out.
Also, former ICE attorney who was also the whistleblower testified to congress that recruits weren’t taught gun safety and constitutional rights of protestors while also being instructed to teach recruits to violate the 4th amendment.
Watching a few of these other countries like England and France start holding investigations in regards to the files will only make this country look worse for doing nothing.
Expand QuoteWatching a few of these other countries like England and France start holding investigations in regards to the files will only make this country look worse for doing nothing.[close]
just to chime in about that from a French perspective: the only person really involved in all this for the moment seems to be Jack Lang. and it's just unbelievable that guy is still around and being paid off public money...He's 86! He was minister for Culture when Mitterand, the first French socialist president came to power in 81. I was still in primary school! and I'm old myself ::)
he was still president of the Arab World Institute in Paris until February, till the Epstein thing.
plus the guy has signed numerous petitions in support of pedophiles, in the glory days of Foucaut and the French intellectuals of 1968 (the "nothing is forbidden" days), he was also famously caught "fooling around" with young moroccon boys in Casablanca, in the 2000's....Good riddance.
Expand QuoteWatching a few of these other countries like England and France start holding investigations in regards to the files will only make this country look worse for doing nothing.[close]
just to chime in about that from a French perspective: the only person really involved in all this for the moment seems to be Jack Lang. and it's just unbelievable that guy is still around and being paid off public money...He's 86! He was minister for Culture when Mitterand, the first French socialist president came to power in 81. I was still in primary school! and I'm old myself ::)
he was still president of the Arab World Institute in Paris until February, till the Epstein thing.
plus the guy has signed numerous petitions in support of pedophiles, in the glory days of Foucaut and the French intellectuals of 1968 (the "nothing is forbidden" days), he was also famously caught "fooling around" with young moroccon boys in Casablanca, in the 2000's....Good riddance.
It is confounding that there’s an implied expectation that there’ll be no accountability for D.
Why, though, did you single out M.Fouc for sexual transgressions? Notably, he was one of the major French intellectuals refusing to sign the ‘77 petition reducing the age of consent.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_petitions_against_age-of-consent_laws (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_petitions_against_age-of-consent_laws)
Embarrassing display by the left showing their anti American ideals yet againViolating the constitution, ignoring due process, ignoring court rulings, and killing people, including citizens, with impunity is American?
https://youtube.com/shorts/E5mQAawr-KM?si=7iQk77Y-eg0WpW83
Embarrassing display by the left showing their anti American ideals yet again
https://youtube.com/shorts/E5mQAawr-KM?si=7iQk77Y-eg0WpW83
Seriously that dude should not be so embattled. This admin has been up his ass since jump. Every time I see a clip from the SOTU I reflexively start flipping the bird to no one. Remaining seated was restraint.Expand QuoteEmbarrassing display by the left showing their anti American ideals yet again
https://youtube.com/shorts/E5mQAawr-KM?si=7iQk77Y-eg0WpW83[close]
Are you serious?? Fuck standing for anyone using the phrase “illegal immigrants.” Fuck standing for a president who wants to revoke Mark Kelly’s military pension because he doesn’t like him. Fuck standing for a party who puts more guns in the streets in the hands of untrained “law” “enforcement” when Kelly’s wife, Gabby Giffords, is an actual survivor of gun violence. Fuck standing for a president whose ICE raids have murdered innocent Americans and arrested hundreds of other citizens. Sanctuary Cities are not inherently more deadly. Fuck thinking that standing and clapping was anything more than to boost his fragile bitch ass ego.
It is confounding that there’s an implied expectation that there’ll be no accountability for D.
Why, though, did you single out M.Fouc for sexual transgressions? Notably, he was one of the major French intellectuals refusing to sign the ‘77 petition reducing the age of consent.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_petitions_against_age-of-consent_laws (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/French_petitions_against_age-of-consent_laws)
Embarrassing display by the left showing their anti American ideals yet again
https://youtube.com/shorts/E5mQAawr-KM?si=7iQk77Y-eg0WpW83
Expand QuoteEmbarrassing display by the left showing their anti American ideals yet again
https://youtube.com/shorts/E5mQAawr-KM?si=7iQk77Y-eg0WpW83[close]
Yeah the draft dodging pathological liar pedophile really exemplifies American values. Get fucked.
I too read it as facetiousExpand QuoteExpand QuoteEmbarrassing display by the left showing their anti American ideals yet again
https://youtube.com/shorts/E5mQAawr-KM?si=7iQk77Y-eg0WpW83[close]
Yeah the draft dodging pathological liar pedophile really exemplifies American values. Get fucked.[close]
Was this not a joke? I read it as a joke.
Expand QuoteEmbarrassing display by the left showing their anti American ideals yet again
https://youtube.com/shorts/E5mQAawr-KM?si=7iQk77Y-eg0WpW83[close]
Are you serious?? Fuck standing for anyone using the phrase “illegal immigrants.” Fuck standing for a president who wants to revoke Mark Kelly’s military pension because he doesn’t like him. Fuck standing for a party who puts more guns in the streets in the hands of untrained “law” “enforcement” when Kelly’s wife, Gabby Giffords, is an actual survivor of gun violence. Fuck standing for a president whose ICE raids have murdered innocent Americans and arrested hundreds of other citizens. Sanctuary Cities are not inherently more deadly. Fuck thinking that standing and clapping was anything more than to boost his fragile bitch ass ego.
So… Fellow American Slap Pals when is enough enough?
Am I right in believing this might be the tipping point for the American people to actually try and stop this guy?
During the next four years there are going to be a lot of changes. It will be next to impossible to track/remember of all of them on our own. I'm creating this thread so we can log what changed and use this as a resource. I imagine most of these changes will be for the worse, but there will be a few things that might change for the better.
And just to log a starting point, as of today, Nov 9th:
Unemployment: 4.1%. (https://www.bls.gov/charts/employment-situation/civilian-unemployment-rate.htm)
Percent of Americans living in poverty: 11.1% (https://www.census.gov/library/publications/2024/demo/p60-283.html)
Dow Jones Industrial Average:43,988 (https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/%5EDJI/)
Avg US Gas Price: $3.09 (https://gasprices.aaa.com/)
Inflation Rate: 2.44%. (https://ycharts.com/indicators/us_inflation_rate)
National Debt: $35,984,888,500 (https://www.usdebtclock.org/)
Number of Incarcerated people in America: 1.9 million (https://www.prisonpolicy.org/reports/pie2024.html)
Median Household income (2023): $80,610 (https://www.moneygeek.com/career/median-income-by-age/)
Median Home Price: $420,000 (https://www.fool.com/money/research/average-house-price-state/.)
Interest Rate: 4.5% to 4.75%. (https://www.usbank.com/investing/financial-perspectives/market-news/federal-reserve-interest-rate.html)
TSLA stock: 252 (Nov 4th closing price) (https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/TSLA/)
USD Dollar value in Euros: 93 cents
BTC to USD: Roughly 68,770 (start of Nov 5th) (https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/bitcoin/)
Measles cases: 277 (https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html)
% of Americans that own a home: 65% (https://www.census.gov/housing/hvs/files/currenthvspress.pdf)
Number of homeless: 653,104 (https://usafacts.org/articles/how-many-homeless-people-are-in-the-us-what-does-the-data-miss/#.)
I'll try to add in a few other basic stats over the next few days. I imagine the next four years will be super weird and we'll need to track all the changes... and separate the bluster from reality (so many Build Back Better accomplishments will be credited to Trump and team. Dems invested heavily in red states).
“A short time ago, the US military began major combat operations in Iran," he said.They already killed 40+ children:
He said Iran was the "world's number one state sponsor of terror, and just recently killed tens of thousands of its own citizens on the street as they protested.”
"The lives of courageous American heroes may be lost, and we may have casualties. That often happens in war, but we're doing this not for now. We're doing this for the future," Mr Trump said.
Trump… urging residents to stay inside as "bombs will be dropping everywhere".
Quotes from www.abc.net.au
Ok Joe RoganExpand QuoteDuring the next four years there are going to be a lot of changes. It will be next to impossible to track/remember of all of them on our own. I'm creating this thread so we can log what changed and use this as a resource. I imagine most of these changes will be for the worse, but there will be a few things that might change for the better.
And just to log a starting point, as of today, Nov 9th:
Unemployment: 4.1%. (https://www.bls.gov/charts/employment-situation/civilian-unemployment-rate.htm)
Percent of Americans living in poverty: 11.1% (https://www.census.gov/library/publications/2024/demo/p60-283.html)
Dow Jones Industrial Average:43,988 (https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/%5EDJI/)
Avg US Gas Price: $3.09 (https://gasprices.aaa.com/)
Inflation Rate: 2.44%. (https://ycharts.com/indicators/us_inflation_rate)
National Debt: $35,984,888,500 (https://www.usdebtclock.org/)
Number of Incarcerated people in America: 1.9 million (https://www.prisonpolicy.org/reports/pie2024.html)
Median Household income (2023): $80,610 (https://www.moneygeek.com/career/median-income-by-age/)
Median Home Price: $420,000 (https://www.fool.com/money/research/average-house-price-state/.)
Interest Rate: 4.5% to 4.75%. (https://www.usbank.com/investing/financial-perspectives/market-news/federal-reserve-interest-rate.html)
TSLA stock: 252 (Nov 4th closing price) (https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/TSLA/)
USD Dollar value in Euros: 93 cents
BTC to USD: Roughly 68,770 (start of Nov 5th) (https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/bitcoin/)
Measles cases: 277 (https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html)
% of Americans that own a home: 65% (https://www.census.gov/housing/hvs/files/currenthvspress.pdf)
Number of homeless: 653,104 (https://usafacts.org/articles/how-many-homeless-people-are-in-the-us-what-does-the-data-miss/#.)
I'll try to add in a few other basic stats over the next few days. I imagine the next four years will be super weird and we'll need to track all the changes... and separate the bluster from reality (so many Build Back Better accomplishments will be credited to Trump and team. Dems invested heavily in red states).[close]
Just saying it doesn’t matter who’s president. The elites run this WORLD not only the USA. What they want is to divide us so when they decide to make one global government they’ll
Have us so pinned against one another that we’ll all fight for crumbs while they kick back and enjoy the show. If we were smart we would ALL come together and fight back but instead we decide to fight over dumb politics when in all reality it’s all politicians that are being controlled by large corporations to tear us down. Elon Musk says hey AI will take over robots will take over jobs and we will all have a “Universal Income”…. Why the need for the working class or the rest of us once that happens? I for one don’t watch the news or follow politics anymore it’s useless. It’s all just a game to these politicians. We pay so much in taxes and what does it go towards not a damn thing to help any of us! Look up all of the underground bunkers these elites are setting up. What do you think that’s for? If you haven’t read George Orwells 1984 I suggest you do because that’s exactly the direction the world is going in. People need to realize the world’s leaders are just money hungry power hungry people that will do anything to keep that power and as long as we’re all divided they win we will always lose. Trump sucks, republicans suck, democrats suck, all politicians suck I think we can all agree on that.
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Expand QuoteDuring the next four years there are going to be a lot of changes. It will be next to impossible to track/remember of all of them on our own. I'm creating this thread so we can log what changed and use this as a resource. I imagine most of these changes will be for the worse, but there will be a few things that might change for the better.
And just to log a starting point, as of today, Nov 9th:
Unemployment: 4.1%. (https://www.bls.gov/charts/employment-situation/civilian-unemployment-rate.htm)
Percent of Americans living in poverty: 11.1% (https://www.census.gov/library/publications/2024/demo/p60-283.html)
Dow Jones Industrial Average:43,988 (https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/%5EDJI/)
Avg US Gas Price: $3.09 (https://gasprices.aaa.com/)
Inflation Rate: 2.44%. (https://ycharts.com/indicators/us_inflation_rate)
National Debt: $35,984,888,500 (https://www.usdebtclock.org/)
Number of Incarcerated people in America: 1.9 million (https://www.prisonpolicy.org/reports/pie2024.html)
Median Household income (2023): $80,610 (https://www.moneygeek.com/career/median-income-by-age/)
Median Home Price: $420,000 (https://www.fool.com/money/research/average-house-price-state/.)
Interest Rate: 4.5% to 4.75%. (https://www.usbank.com/investing/financial-perspectives/market-news/federal-reserve-interest-rate.html)
TSLA stock: 252 (Nov 4th closing price) (https://finance.yahoo.com/quote/TSLA/)
USD Dollar value in Euros: 93 cents
BTC to USD: Roughly 68,770 (start of Nov 5th) (https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/bitcoin/)
Measles cases: 277 (https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html)
% of Americans that own a home: 65% (https://www.census.gov/housing/hvs/files/currenthvspress.pdf)
Number of homeless: 653,104 (https://usafacts.org/articles/how-many-homeless-people-are-in-the-us-what-does-the-data-miss/#.)
I'll try to add in a few other basic stats over the next few days. I imagine the next four years will be super weird and we'll need to track all the changes... and separate the bluster from reality (so many Build Back Better accomplishments will be credited to Trump and team. Dems invested heavily in red states).[close]
Just saying it doesn’t matter who’s president. The elites run this WORLD not only the USA. What they want is to divide us so when they decide to make one global government they’ll
Have us so pinned against one another that we’ll all fight for crumbs while they kick back and enjoy the show. If we were smart we would ALL come together and fight back but instead we decide to fight over dumb politics when in all reality it’s all politicians that are being controlled by large corporations to tear us down. Elon Musk says hey AI will take over robots will take over jobs and we will all have a “Universal Income”…. Why the need for the working class or the rest of us once that happens? I for one don’t watch the news or follow politics anymore it’s useless. It’s all just a game to these politicians. We pay so much in taxes and what does it go towards not a damn thing to help any of us! Look up all of the underground bunkers these elites are setting up. What do you think that’s for? If you haven’t read George Orwells 1984 I suggest you do because that’s exactly the direction the world is going in. People need to realize the world’s leaders are just money hungry power hungry people that will do anything to keep that power and as long as we’re all divided they win we will always lose. Trump sucks, republicans suck, democrats suck, all politicians suck I think we can all agree on that.
I think we should deploy ICE to go fight in Iran when the time comes. See how they handle a real warzone instead of soccer moms and VA nurses.
Horrible news
Israel the scummiest country on the planet being blindly aided by the US government who lets be honest aren't much better.
It's being reported that Iran had agreed, as recently as yesterday, to halt all uranium enrichment for three years and remove its existing stockpile from the country. So what's the fucking point.
Also, they want regime change to install a Zionist-friendly puppet to satisfy billionaires’ lust for even more oil money.Expand QuoteHorrible news
Israel the scummiest country on the planet being blindly aided by the US government who lets be honest aren't much better.
It's being reported that Iran had agreed, as recently as yesterday, to halt all uranium enrichment for three years and remove its existing stockpile from the country. So what's the fucking point.[close]
War so Trump can try to take control of the 2026 midterms while also deflecting from Epstein files.
Also, they want regime change to install a Zionist-friendly puppet to satisfy billionaires’ lust for even more oil money.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHorrible news
Israel the scummiest country on the planet being blindly aided by the US government who lets be honest aren't much better.
It's being reported that Iran had agreed, as recently as yesterday, to halt all uranium enrichment for three years and remove its existing stockpile from the country. So what's the fucking point.[close]
War so Trump can try to take control of the 2026 midterms while also deflecting from Epstein files.[close]
USA-Israel is the fourth reich.
Russia isn't going to give a shit and neither is China.That’s what the mainstream media is saying, but news from the Middle East and India is saying that China has sent cargo planes to Iran. There is speculation and discrepancies over what was sent: missiles, drones, electronic systems for jamming purposes.
I don’t support Iran’s treatment of its citizens, but I also don’t believe USA/Israel has the right to attack other countries to replace leaders with puppets and steal their resources.Expand QuoteRussia isn't going to give a shit and neither is China.[close]
China and Russia sending support is a way of hitting back at the West through a third party but I also read it as this being a possible start of World War.
America has really kicked a nest. Other neighbouring Middle East States are going to start squabbling and that could lead to further spread of conflict.
Israel’s government are high as kites on violence so it wouldnt surprise me if they actually nuked someone.
Finally, way to go to inspire a whole new generation of terrorists with anti Western sentiments.
I feel bad for every day Americans and at thr same time I am so angry at you lot for voting for Trump twice.
America taken down by a con artist piece of shit childmolesterRAPIST. What could be more American?
Strait of Hormuz is closed for who knows how long...something like one fifth of the world's energy passes through that narrow channel. Oil prices will probably skyrocket, but hey at least the drapes in Donald's new ballroom will be unlike anything we've ever seen!
Strait of Hormuz is closed for who knows how long...something like one fifth of the world's energy passes through that narrow channel. Oil prices will probably skyrocket, but hey at least the drapes in Donald's new ballroom will be unlike anything we've ever seen!
Expand QuoteStrait of Hormuz is closed for who knows how long...something like one fifth of the world's energy passes through that narrow channel. Oil prices will probably skyrocket, but hey at least the drapes in Donald's new ballroom will be unlike anything we've ever seen![close]
So now I can start putting stickers up at the gas pump with Trump saying "I did that"?
Strait of Hormuz is closed for who knows how long...something like one fifth of the world's energy passes through that narrow channel. Oil prices will probably skyrocket, but hey at least the drapes in Donald's new ballroom will be unlike anything we've ever seen!
"Operation Epic Fury!" What the fuck? Does he think is playing in the sand pit with his 4 year old peers?
Lay off the sugar and WWF America. You have lost touch with reality.
Expand Quote"Operation Epic Fury!" What the fuck? Does he think is playing in the sand pit with his 4 year old peers?
Lay off the sugar and WWF America. You have lost touch with reality.[close]
Our president is literally aWWE Hall of FamerCHILD RAPIST
Fucking Hegseth and other Republicans are saying Trump was anointed by God to bring upon Armageddon in the Middle East so that Jesus can return.Well they got that wrong. He was sent here by god to redecorate the Whitehouse with gold crayons.
WHAT THE EVER LOVING FUCK!?! Why are religious idiots running this show?!
https://www.newsweek.com/us-commander-said-trump-anointed-by-jesus-to-attack-iran-report-11615046
Texas dem turnout very encouraging
http://youtu.be/DBU9voHO8Kk
Expand QuoteTexas dem turnout very encouraging
http://youtu.be/DBU9voHO8Kk[close]
I hope people who are upset with Crockett’s loss in the primaries don’t do that shit where they sit out tye election because their candidate didn’t win.
Then again, I never have high hopes for Texas when it comes to voting.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteTexas dem turnout very encouraging
http://youtu.be/DBU9voHO8Kk[close]
I hope people who are upset with Crockett’s loss in the primaries don’t do that shit where they sit out tye election because their candidate didn’t win.
Then again, I never have high hopes for Texas when it comes to voting.[close]
I hope not either. She immediately endorsed him, so I don’t think there’s any enmity between them. I haven’t done a deep dive on him, but he seems like what people want Buttegieg to actually be without the stink of corporate donors (or so people say about Pete), so I think he potentially has a strong future. Crockett was dead right that the Colbert shenanigans only helped him out bc he was an unknown to my parents until all that happened.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteTexas dem turnout very encouraging
http://youtu.be/DBU9voHO8Kk[close]
I hope people who are upset with Crockett’s loss in the primaries don’t do that shit where they sit out tye election because their candidate didn’t win.
Then again, I never have high hopes for Texas when it comes to voting.[close]
I hope not either. She immediately endorsed him, so I don’t think there’s any enmity between them. I haven’t done a deep dive on him, but he seems like what people want Buttegieg to actually be without the stink of corporate donors (or so people say about Pete), so I think he potentially has a strong future. Crockett was dead right that the Colbert shenanigans only helped him out bc he was an unknown to my parents until all that happened.[close]
I saw that she endorsed him. But I hope she stands by him on the stage and rallies her fans to help come together to get him in office.
Many Crockett supporters are upset because he's a white Christian male. While yes, it make him the ideal candidate for Texas because him being a White Christian male will help make it easier for people who are Trumpers, but who are ashamed of what he and and his administration are doing, to vote against their party without "straying" too far from their "values."
Talarico is just living proof that, for many, whiteness (Christian whiteness especially) carries more weight than being colored with credentials — not saying that he's not qualified.
Her fans are upset because she was always painted as some black ghetto chick with an attitude despite her education, intelligence, wittiness, and/or impressive resume as a public defender. Or, like you mentioned, people say he's the perfect version of Buttegig. And it's not because he's more intelligent or well spoken, it's because he's a STRAIGHT white Christian male.
It's why Trump wanted Crockett to win—it's easy for him to discredit her as a black woman using misogynistic and racist slander alone.
And before people bring up Beto and how he was a white guy in Texas. During his last run for Senate, he was polling well until he talked about gun control (not ban) as a response to the Uvalde shooting, which Texas Republicans quickly flipped as "HE'S GOING TO TAKE YOUR GUNS!!!" That ended up being the thing that made on-the-fence voters go right back to Ted "cooks-bacon-with-a-gun Cruz.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteTexas dem turnout very encouraging
http://youtu.be/DBU9voHO8Kk[close]
I hope people who are upset with Crockett’s loss in the primaries don’t do that shit where they sit out tye election because their candidate didn’t win.
Then again, I never have high hopes for Texas when it comes to voting.[close]
I hope not either. She immediately endorsed him, so I don’t think there’s any enmity between them. I haven’t done a deep dive on him, but he seems like what people want Buttegieg to actually be without the stink of corporate donors (or so people say about Pete), so I think he potentially has a strong future. Crockett was dead right that the Colbert shenanigans only helped him out bc he was an unknown to my parents until all that happened.[close]
I saw that she endorsed him. But I hope she stands by him on the stage and rallies her fans to help come together to get him in office.
Many Crockett supporters are upset because he's a white Christian male. While yes, it make him the ideal candidate for Texas because him being a White Christian male will help make it easier for people who are Trumpers, but who are ashamed of what he and and his administration are doing, to vote against their party without "straying" too far from their "values."
Talarico is just living proof that, for many, whiteness (Christian whiteness especially) carries more weight than being colored with credentials — not saying that he's not qualified.
Her fans are upset because she was always painted as some black ghetto chick with an attitude despite her education, intelligence, wittiness, and/or impressive resume as a public defender. Or, like you mentioned, people say he's the perfect version of Buttegig. And it's not because he's more intelligent or well spoken, it's because he's a STRAIGHT white Christian male.
It's why Trump wanted Crockett to win—it's easy for him to discredit her as a black woman using misogynistic and racist slander alone.
And before people bring up Beto and how he was a white guy in Texas. During his last run for Senate, he was polling well until he talked about gun control (not ban) as a response to the Uvalde shooting, which Texas Republicans quickly flipped as "HE'S GOING TO TAKE YOUR GUNS!!!" That ended up being the thing that made on-the-fence voters go right back to Ted "cooks-bacon-with-a-gun Cruz.[close]
Who knows if it’s just an algorithm thing, but I never saw Crockett on my feed speaking about what she was running for and tons of Talarico. I got a lot of videos of her killing it in Congress but nothing specifically campaign related. Maybe it’s also an issue of she has a day job to do whilst running, but my attitude always was she’s got an effective seat where she is and he’ll be a nice addition - but of course I understand the racial component bc that’s why the FCC spiked his interview: he’s exactly what they’re afraid of in a place like Texas. Maybe Jasmine Crockett can dethrone Rafael Cruz when the time comes.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteTexas dem turnout very encouraging
http://youtu.be/DBU9voHO8Kk[close]
I hope people who are upset with Crockett’s loss in the primaries don’t do that shit where they sit out tye election because their candidate didn’t win.
Then again, I never have high hopes for Texas when it comes to voting.[close]
I hope not either. She immediately endorsed him, so I don’t think there’s any enmity between them. I haven’t done a deep dive on him, but he seems like what people want Buttegieg to actually be without the stink of corporate donors (or so people say about Pete), so I think he potentially has a strong future. Crockett was dead right that the Colbert shenanigans only helped him out bc he was an unknown to my parents until all that happened.[close]
I saw that she endorsed him. But I hope she stands by him on the stage and rallies her fans to help come together to get him in office.
Many Crockett supporters are upset because he's a white Christian male. While yes, it make him the ideal candidate for Texas because him being a White Christian male will help make it easier for people who are Trumpers, but who are ashamed of what he and and his administration are doing, to vote against their party without "straying" too far from their "values."
Talarico is just living proof that, for many, whiteness (Christian whiteness especially) carries more weight than being colored with credentials — not saying that he's not qualified.
Her fans are upset because she was always painted as some black ghetto chick with an attitude despite her education, intelligence, wittiness, and/or impressive resume as a public defender. Or, like you mentioned, people say he's the perfect version of Buttegig. And it's not because he's more intelligent or well spoken, it's because he's a STRAIGHT white Christian male.
It's why Trump wanted Crockett to win—it's easy for him to discredit her as a black woman using misogynistic and racist slander alone.
And before people bring up Beto and how he was a white guy in Texas. During his last run for Senate, he was polling well until he talked about gun control (not ban) as a response to the Uvalde shooting, which Texas Republicans quickly flipped as "HE'S GOING TO TAKE YOUR GUNS!!!" That ended up being the thing that made on-the-fence voters go right back to Ted "cooks-bacon-with-a-gun Cruz.[close]
Who knows if it’s just an algorithm thing, but I never saw Crockett on my feed speaking about what she was running for and tons of Talarico. I got a lot of videos of her killing it in Congress but nothing specifically campaign related. Maybe it’s also an issue of she has a day job to do whilst running, but my attitude always was she’s got an effective seat where she is and he’ll be a nice addition - but of course I understand the racial component bc that’s why the FCC spiked his interview: he’s exactly what they’re afraid of in a place like Texas. Maybe Jasmine Crockett can dethrone Rafael Cruz when the time comes.[close]
This. Very much this. People (and the algorithim) kept pinning Talarico against Crockett. And in my opinion, Texas couldn't go wrong with either one. Now I hope they work together for her to kick Cruz out and have Dems take both Senate seats.
It really seems like you are not going to have any semblance of fair elections this year. I heard someone make the point (Mehdi Hassan in this interview (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dnIulQYIQss?t=00) worth watching) that Trump is completely tanked in the opinions polls on every single topic, and usually when presidents are polling badly there will be changes to try and gain more popularity. But these guys just, don't give a shit? Continue to poll worse, double down on everything the voters are against, and seem completely unbothered by it. Almost like they're not worried about losing power in 8 months.The saving grace here is that state control of elections is written in to our constitution. They've already tipped their hand at what they are trying to do so this is already being fought in the courts. The admin will lose there like they have over and over for the past year or so. I think they are at the throw enough shit at the wall phase and so every dipshit notion they have gets reported on. Anything can happen in a fascist takeover but I think Trump is flapping his gums and surrounded by low IQ sycophants who've are in too deep to be able to hop off the train.
I'm no expert but I can't imagine a government going this far into implementing their clearly laid out, multi year long plan to capture the nation under their authoritarian regime just to throw all the hard work they've done away because a few midterm elections go the wrong way
The saving grace here is that state control of elections is written in to our constitution. They've already tipped their hand at what they are trying to do so this is already being fought in the courts. The admin will lose there like they have over and over for the past year or so. I think they are at the throw enough shit at the wall phase and so every dipshit notion they have gets reported on. Anything can happen in a fascist takeover but I think Trump is flapping his gums and surrounded by low IQ sycophants who've are in too deep to be able to hop off the train.Expand QuoteIt really seems like you are not going to have any semblance of fair elections this year. I heard someone make the point (Mehdi Hassan in this interview (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dnIulQYIQss?t=00) worth watching) that Trump is completely tanked in the opinions polls on every single topic, and usually when presidents are polling badly there will be changes to try and gain more popularity. But these guys just, don't give a shit? Continue to poll worse, double down on everything the voters are against, and seem completely unbothered by it. Almost like they're not worried about losing power in 8 months.
I'm no expert but I can't imagine a government going this far into implementing their clearly laid out, multi year long plan to capture the nation under their authoritarian regime just to throw all the hard work they've done away because a few midterm elections go the wrong way[close]
I hated the Talarico/Crockett match up just because it felt like moving deck chairs around on the Titanic but I will say she has taken an awful lot of donations from AIPAC over the past few years. She'd probably be a dope Texas AG but the worst parts of Texas would have to be really pissed to vote her in.
https://www.reddit.com/r/UnderReportedNews/comments/1rl08uo/marine_sgt_brian_mcguinness_stood_up_in_congress/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=mweb3x&utm_name=post_embed&utm_term=1&utm_content=1I agree with the sentiment but it’s not true. At least 25% of America is willing to sacrifice people for Israel.
bleak
Noem out, Mullin in
(A bit surprising bc he got a lot of coverage for looking like an idiot yesterday with “war/not war” talk
Expand QuoteNoem out, Mullin in
(A bit surprising bc he got a lot of coverage for looking like an idiot yesterday with “war/not war” talk[close]
Replacing a dog turd with a horse turd.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNoem out, Mullin in
(A bit surprising bc he got a lot of coverage for looking like an idiot yesterday with “war/not war” talk[close]
Replacing a dog turd with a horse turd.[close]
She’s seems worse just on the scale of wasting tax payer’s money. I assume Markwayne travels around in the back of a truck like John Candy in Home Alone
Markwayne is a fake ass cowboy cosplayer who inherited his wealth from his pops and is an anti-union bossman type. Teamsters pres Sean O'Brien dogwalked him during a couple of Congressional hearings.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNoem out, Mullin in
(A bit surprising bc he got a lot of coverage for looking like an idiot yesterday with “war/not war” talk[close]
Replacing a dog turd with a horse turd.[close]
She’s seems worse just on the scale of wasting tax payer’s money. I assume Markwayne travels around in the back of a truck like John Candy in Home Alone
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Fuel prices already sky rocketing.
Thank you America and Israel for making everybody's life's harder.
False flag operation on its way soon?
It’s up $0.80/gallon where I am. I regret not filling the tank before the weekend, but feel like it’s going to hit $5-6/gallon outside of CA and the more expensive states. The administration will casually say that Americans have to suffer in order for them to “defend freedom.”
I kinda find “distraction from the Epstein files” a weak excuse for Trump’s actions. Things happen to be coming out while he’s doing things he’s hinted at and planned with his donors and politically allies in secret. Making his bad actions seem like knee jerk/Wag the Dog responses take away from the calculated criminality of his presidency
Expand QuoteI kinda find “distraction from the Epstein files” a weak excuse for Trump’s actions. Things happen to be coming out while he’s doing things he’s hinted at and planned with his donors and politically allies in secret. Making his bad actions seem like knee jerk/Wag the Dog responses take away from the calculated criminality of his presidency[close]
Fair enough. Honestly, probably a combination of both.
Gas where I live has jumped over $1 in less than 2 days.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI kinda find “distraction from the Epstein files” a weak excuse for Trump’s actions. Things happen to be coming out while he’s doing things he’s hinted at and planned with his donors and politically allies in secret. Making his bad actions seem like knee jerk/Wag the Dog responses take away from the calculated criminality of his presidency[close]
Fair enough. Honestly, probably a combination of both.
Gas where I live has jumped over $1 in less than 2 days.[close]
I didn’t mean to single you out - I’ve just been hearing it a lot this past week
Expand QuoteIt’s up $0.80/gallon where I am. I regret not filling the tank before the weekend, but feel like it’s going to hit $5-6/gallon outside of CA and the more expensive states. The administration will casually say that Americans have to suffer in order for them to “defend freedom.”[close]
In Cali it's at $6.00 roughly and I just had to pay nearly $100 to fill a 15 gal tank...EV's looking more and more like the future option if this shit keeps up, just can't do with the range and supercharger adpater issues
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI kinda find “distraction from the Epstein files” a weak excuse for Trump’s actions. Things happen to be coming out while he’s doing things he’s hinted at and planned with his donors and politically allies in secret. Making his bad actions seem like knee jerk/Wag the Dog responses take away from the calculated criminality of his presidency[close]
Fair enough. Honestly, probably a combination of both.
Gas where I live has jumped over $1 in less than 2 days.[close]
I didn’t mean to single you out - I’ve just been hearing it a lot this past week[close]
Two things can exist at the same time.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIt’s up $0.80/gallon where I am. I regret not filling the tank before the weekend, but feel like it’s going to hit $5-6/gallon outside of CA and the more expensive states. The administration will casually say that Americans have to suffer in order for them to “defend freedom.”[close]
In Cali it's at $6.00 roughly and I just had to pay nearly $100 to fill a 15 gal tank...EV's looking more and more like the future option if this shit keeps up, just can't do with the range and supercharger adpater issues[close]
What kind of range do you need?
Are the supercharger issues with Tesla charging stations? I hate too.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI kinda find “distraction from the Epstein files” a weak excuse for Trump’s actions. Things happen to be coming out while he’s doing things he’s hinted at and planned with his donors and politically allies in secret. Making his bad actions seem like knee jerk/Wag the Dog responses take away from the calculated criminality of his presidency[close]
Fair enough. Honestly, probably a combination of both.
Gas where I live has jumped over $1 in less than 2 days.[close]
I didn’t mean to single you out - I’ve just been hearing it a lot this past week
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIt’s up $0.80/gallon where I am. I regret not filling the tank before the weekend, but feel like it’s going to hit $5-6/gallon outside of CA and the more expensive states. The administration will casually say that Americans have to suffer in order for them to “defend freedom.”[close]
In Cali it's at $6.00 roughly and I just had to pay nearly $100 to fill a 15 gal tank...EV's looking more and more like the future option if this shit keeps up, just can't do with the range and supercharger adpater issues[close]
What kind of range do you need?
Are the supercharger issues with Tesla charging stations? I hate too.[close]
I want 500miles on a charge, it’s not there yet due to battery tech once it does I’m in
I heard that a lot of the adapters for the Tesla super charger stations don’t work
After killing 160+ little girls on feb 28, the u.s. administration has spent all week bragging about their targeting precision and efficiency, shown no remorse, nor even been willing to recognize what they did.On the Democracy ish YouTube show they said the bombing was due to the use of AI for targeting. The administration is claiming it was another country now.
They are as responsible for these deaths as any school shooter has ever been and should not be talked about as politicians, or officials, but as what they are: murderous religious extremists and straight up lunatics.
And meanwhile, where's the outrage? where are the tears? Is it even possible to imagine and mourn 160 little kids blown up in a split second?
The Trump administration has been saying that Iran misfired a missile, despite the fact that no country in the region has Tomahawk missiles, including Israel. Australia and Netherlands aren’t in the region, which only leaves UK and USA.On the Democracy ish YouTube show they said the bombing was due to the use of AI for targeting. The administration is claiming it was another country now.Expand QuoteAfter killing 160+ little girls on feb 28, the u.s. administration has spent all week bragging about their targeting precision and efficiency, shown no remorse, nor even been willing to recognize what they did.
They are as responsible for these deaths as any school shooter has ever been and should not be talked about as politicians, or officials, but as what they are: murderous religious extremists and straight up lunatics.
And meanwhile, where's the outrage? where are the tears? Is it even possible to imagine and mourn 160 little kids blown up in a split second?[close]
The Trump administration has been saying that Iran misfired a missile, despite the fact that no country in the region has Tomahawk missiles, including Israel. Australia and Netherlands aren’t in the region, which only leaves UK and USA.Expand QuoteOn the Democracy ish YouTube show they said the bombing was due to the use of AI for targeting. The administration is claiming it was another country now.Expand QuoteAfter killing 160+ little girls on feb 28, the u.s. administration has spent all week bragging about their targeting precision and efficiency, shown no remorse, nor even been willing to recognize what they did.
They are as responsible for these deaths as any school shooter has ever been and should not be talked about as politicians, or officials, but as what they are: murderous religious extremists and straight up lunatics.
And meanwhile, where's the outrage? where are the tears? Is it even possible to imagine and mourn 160 little kids blown up in a split second?[close][close]
The Pentagon, aside from Hegseth, is only saying that they have no comment because it’s “under investigation.” The USA will act like Israel and clear themselves of any wrongdoing, once the “investigation” is over.
He was talking about expanding the “SAVE Act” to close “loopholes” to make voters show more than 1 form of voter ID, but that was a Freudian slip. Republicans on social media have been lying, as usual, saying that he was talking about marriage in Muslim countries.
I don’t understand how a child having an ID has anything to do with a parent showing IDs to vote. No one shows their child’s ID to vote. He doesn’t understand how anything works, like when he said that people have to show ID to buy groceries.
My mom sent me that article about possible drone strikes on CA.
To which I responded, "and that's the fault of which President who started a war with Iran?"
I'm being ignored now.
Expand QuoteMy mom sent me that article about possible drone strikes on CA.
To which I responded, "and that's the fault of which President who started a war with Iran?"
I'm being ignored now.[close]
Oh didn’t catch that. Well at least I don’t live blocks away from a high profile event like the Oscar’s…
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteMy mom sent me that article about possible drone strikes on CA.
To which I responded, "and that's the fault of which President who started a war with Iran?"
I'm being ignored now.[close]
Oh didn’t catch that. Well at least I don’t live blocks away from a high profile event like the Oscar’s…[close]
Truth be told, if any place in CA would be a target, it would be San Diego. SD houses a large portion of the military’s fleet as well as naval aviation.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMy mom sent me that article about possible drone strikes on CA.
To which I responded, "and that's the fault of which President who started a war with Iran?"
I'm being ignored now.[close]
Oh didn’t catch that. Well at least I don’t live blocks away from a high profile event like the Oscar’s…[close]
Truth be told, if any place in CA would be a target, it would be San Diego. SD houses a large portion of the military’s fleet as well as naval aviation.[close]
True - whenever I catastrophized about that in the past I would think Silicon Valley or tech hub/Long Beach Harbor/Military bases would be more relevant targets…but having all those people in one spot days after the warning just gave me the willies
I too read it as facetiousExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteEmbarrassing display by the left showing their anti American ideals yet again
https://youtube.com/shorts/E5mQAawr-KM?si=7iQk77Y-eg0WpW83[close]
Yeah the draft dodging pathological liar pedophile really exemplifies American values. Get fucked.[close]
Was this not a joke? I read it as a joke.[close]
Iran is over 7k miles away from CA. If anything, CIA or Mossad will do a false flag operation to gain support so they can expand the war, and maybe allow Republicans to pass legislation that cancels elections during wartime.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMy mom sent me that article about possible drone strikes on CA.
To which I responded, "and that's the fault of which President who started a war with Iran?"
I'm being ignored now.[close]
Oh didn’t catch that. Well at least I don’t live blocks away from a high profile event like the Oscar’s…[close]
Truth be told, if any place in CA would be a target, it would be San Diego. SD houses a large portion of the military’s fleet as well as naval aviation.[close]
True - whenever I catastrophized about that in the past I would think Silicon Valley or tech hub/Long Beach Harbor/Military bases would be more relevant targets…but having all those people in one spot days after the warning just gave me the willies[close]
Moffet Field Air Force base (huge aerospace wind tunnel ), Lockheed, NASA all technically in silicon valley
I've gotten a bunch of jobs for companies in Palo Alto that have contracts with DOD.
highly doubt a drone strike would be possible in CA...maybe cyber attacks but not actual bombs
Iran is over 7k miles away from CA. If anything, CIA or Mossad will do a false flag operation to gain support so they can expand the war, and maybe allow Republicans to pass legislation that cancels elections during wartime.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMy mom sent me that article about possible drone strikes on CA.
To which I responded, "and that's the fault of which President who started a war with Iran?"
I'm being ignored now.[close]
Oh didn’t catch that. Well at least I don’t live blocks away from a high profile event like the Oscar’s…[close]
Truth be told, if any place in CA would be a target, it would be San Diego. SD houses a large portion of the military’s fleet as well as naval aviation.[close]
True - whenever I catastrophized about that in the past I would think Silicon Valley or tech hub/Long Beach Harbor/Military bases would be more relevant targets…but having all those people in one spot days after the warning just gave me the willies[close]
Moffet Field Air Force base (huge aerospace wind tunnel ), Lockheed, NASA all technically in silicon valley
I've gotten a bunch of jobs for companies in Palo Alto that have contracts with DOD.
highly doubt a drone strike would be possible in CA...maybe cyber attacks but not actual bombs[close]
Expand QuoteIran is over 7k miles away from CA. If anything, CIA or Mossad will do a false flag operation to gain support so they can expand the war, and maybe allow Republicans to pass legislation that cancels elections during wartime.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMy mom sent me that article about possible drone strikes on CA.
To which I responded, "and that's the fault of which President who started a war with Iran?"
I'm being ignored now.[close]
Oh didn’t catch that. Well at least I don’t live blocks away from a high profile event like the Oscar’s…[close]
Truth be told, if any place in CA would be a target, it would be San Diego. SD houses a large portion of the military’s fleet as well as naval aviation.[close]
True - whenever I catastrophized about that in the past I would think Silicon Valley or tech hub/Long Beach Harbor/Military bases would be more relevant targets…but having all those people in one spot days after the warning just gave me the willies[close]
Moffet Field Air Force base (huge aerospace wind tunnel ), Lockheed, NASA all technically in silicon valley
I've gotten a bunch of jobs for companies in Palo Alto that have contracts with DOD.
highly doubt a drone strike would be possible in CA...maybe cyber attacks but not actual bombs[close][close]
The claim from "FBI Intelligence" is saying they're working with Cartels in Mexico and/or will be launching them from South America. Regardless, if CA is hit — false flag or not — I don't see Trump doing anything to help the state in the aftermath.
The FBI will determine that the cartels are based in Venezuela and then find pro-Iran text painted on the drones.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIran is over 7k miles away from CA. If anything, CIA or Mossad will do a false flag operation to gain support so they can expand the war, and maybe allow Republicans to pass legislation that cancels elections during wartime.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMy mom sent me that article about possible drone strikes on CA.
To which I responded, "and that's the fault of which President who started a war with Iran?"
I'm being ignored now.[close]
Oh didn’t catch that. Well at least I don’t live blocks away from a high profile event like the Oscar’s…[close]
Truth be told, if any place in CA would be a target, it would be San Diego. SD houses a large portion of the military’s fleet as well as naval aviation.[close]
True - whenever I catastrophized about that in the past I would think Silicon Valley or tech hub/Long Beach Harbor/Military bases would be more relevant targets…but having all those people in one spot days after the warning just gave me the willies[close]
Moffet Field Air Force base (huge aerospace wind tunnel ), Lockheed, NASA all technically in silicon valley
I've gotten a bunch of jobs for companies in Palo Alto that have contracts with DOD.
highly doubt a drone strike would be possible in CA...maybe cyber attacks but not actual bombs[close][close]
The claim from "FBI Intelligence" is saying they're working with Cartels in Mexico and/or will be launching them from South America. Regardless, if CA is hit — false flag or not — I don't see Trump doing anything to help the state in the aftermath.[close]
lol, is this the same FBI that hunted down charlie kirks assassin
Cartels have to much money coming in from Fentanyl and other drugs to align with Iran or any other country that hated US
The FBI will determine that the cartels are based in Venezuela and then find pro-Iran text painted on the drones.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIran is over 7k miles away from CA. If anything, CIA or Mossad will do a false flag operation to gain support so they can expand the war, and maybe allow Republicans to pass legislation that cancels elections during wartime.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMy mom sent me that article about possible drone strikes on CA.
To which I responded, "and that's the fault of which President who started a war with Iran?"
I'm being ignored now.[close]
Oh didn’t catch that. Well at least I don’t live blocks away from a high profile event like the Oscar’s…[close]
Truth be told, if any place in CA would be a target, it would be San Diego. SD houses a large portion of the military’s fleet as well as naval aviation.[close]
True - whenever I catastrophized about that in the past I would think Silicon Valley or tech hub/Long Beach Harbor/Military bases would be more relevant targets…but having all those people in one spot days after the warning just gave me the willies[close]
Moffet Field Air Force base (huge aerospace wind tunnel ), Lockheed, NASA all technically in silicon valley
I've gotten a bunch of jobs for companies in Palo Alto that have contracts with DOD.
highly doubt a drone strike would be possible in CA...maybe cyber attacks but not actual bombs[close][close]
The claim from "FBI Intelligence" is saying they're working with Cartels in Mexico and/or will be launching them from South America. Regardless, if CA is hit — false flag or not — I don't see Trump doing anything to help the state in the aftermath.[close]
lol, is this the same FBI that hunted down charlie kirks assassin
Cartels have to much money coming in from Fentanyl and other drugs to align with Iran or any other country that hated US[close]
Expand QuoteThe FBI will determine that the cartels are based in Venezuela and then find pro-Iran text painted on the drones.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIran is over 7k miles away from CA. If anything, CIA or Mossad will do a false flag operation to gain support so they can expand the war, and maybe allow Republicans to pass legislation that cancels elections during wartime.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMy mom sent me that article about possible drone strikes on CA.
To which I responded, "and that's the fault of which President who started a war with Iran?"
I'm being ignored now.[close]
Oh didn’t catch that. Well at least I don’t live blocks away from a high profile event like the Oscar’s…[close]
Truth be told, if any place in CA would be a target, it would be San Diego. SD houses a large portion of the military’s fleet as well as naval aviation.[close]
True - whenever I catastrophized about that in the past I would think Silicon Valley or tech hub/Long Beach Harbor/Military bases would be more relevant targets…but having all those people in one spot days after the warning just gave me the willies[close]
Moffet Field Air Force base (huge aerospace wind tunnel ), Lockheed, NASA all technically in silicon valley
I've gotten a bunch of jobs for companies in Palo Alto that have contracts with DOD.
highly doubt a drone strike would be possible in CA...maybe cyber attacks but not actual bombs[close][close]
The claim from "FBI Intelligence" is saying they're working with Cartels in Mexico and/or will be launching them from South America. Regardless, if CA is hit — false flag or not — I don't see Trump doing anything to help the state in the aftermath.[close]
lol, is this the same FBI that hunted down charlie kirks assassin
Cartels have to much money coming in from Fentanyl and other drugs to align with Iran or any other country that hated US[close][close]
FBI intelligence source: Trust me, bro.
Trump just enforced Jake Paul for any political seat, starting rumors he might run for congress.
LOL. Any state that votes that turd into office deserves to be hit by the 10 plagues of Egypt
Well done America, really raising the bar for being complete and utter fucking idiots in every possible way. Can’t wait to see what else you have planned.He’s going to bomb multiple countries in Central and South America to get rid of “narcoterrorists.” Searches for “Epstein Files” has gone down 95% since he attacked Iran.
'Murica and this administration are making Mike Judge look like a prophet.Expand QuoteTrump just enforced Jake Paul for any political seat, starting rumors he might run for congress.
LOL. Any state that votes that turd into office deserves to be hit by the 10 plagues of Egypt[close]
Now that is a distraction
Did not catch this on the nightly news but it looks like Trump is sending 5,000 marines to Iran. Probably so they can get the oil moving again. This is so sad. So Trump can save face he is sending our troops into who even knows what is waiting for them.
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/trump-reportedly-orders-5-000-194112064.html
(https://i.postimg.cc/KjHz1hcL/IMG-5042.png)Expand QuoteDid not catch this on the nightly news but it looks like Trump is sending 5,000 marines to Iran. Probably so they can get the oil moving again. This is so sad. So Trump can save face he is sending our troops into who even knows what is waiting for them.
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/trump-reportedly-orders-5-000-194112064.html[close]
All of this without any congressional approval. A fucking draft dodging pedophile sending Marines to their death.
Now the orange child rapist is begging our "allies" to send help to open the Strait. The same allies he's shit on and trashed with tariffs for the past year. You can't make this shit up I tell ya.
I thought he said he could take Canada and Greenland from his allies the “easy way” or the “hard way.”I think you may be selling it a little bit short by limiting him to just the 21st century.
I thought he said he didn’t need any allies when it came to Iran.
I thought he told the UK, Spain, and France to basically fuck off.
I thought he called Denmark a shitty ally with a useless army.
I thought Zelensky was supposedly “the last guy” he needed help from.
And I thought he told the world seven times in two weeks that the war was already won?
I’m not sure how history will ultimately describe this period, but it’s hard to imagine Donald Trump not being remembered as one of the most incompetent leaders of the 21st century.
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HDJGPLUXYAEEoIb.jpg)
Well, if you count bribes, he does take a salary.
(https://i.postimg.cc/8CPFtcLV/IMG-6675.png) (https://postimg.cc/jDmdjs88)
If it wasn’t the last 4 living presidents he spoke with is Dementia Donald having conversations with dead people? I know Syphilis and Dementia will fuck with peoples minds heavily. Or is he just lying again?
As for help from our allies, fuck us. Don’t help that sack of shit, he made his bed let him fucking rot in it alone. Can’t wait for the terrorist bombing of Maralargo, his hotels, and his golf clubs!
Expand QuoteWell, if you count bribes, he does take a salary.
(https://i.postimg.cc/8CPFtcLV/IMG-6675.png) (https://postimg.cc/jDmdjs88)
If it wasn’t the last 4 living presidents he spoke with is Dementia Donald having conversations with dead people? I know Syphilis and Dementia will fuck with peoples minds heavily. Or is he just lying again?
As for help from our allies, fuck us. Don’t help that sack of shit, he made his bed let him fucking rot in it alone. Can’t wait for the terrorist bombing of Maralargo, his hotels, and his golf clubs![close]
100% the former president he was talking to was himself.
Has anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.
His own parents...
You motherfuckers are so lost
I vote dem, YOU people, are on some other shit
Cultish behavior
His own parents...
You motherfuckers are so lost
I vote dem, YOU people, are on some other shit
Cultish behavior
Or makeme paint my toenails, or post my hairy fucking asshole. Oh wait those dudes here just did it for free...
His own parents...
You motherfuckers are so lost
I vote dem, YOU people, are on some other shit
Cultish behavior
Maybe he talked to Glen Beck’s AI George Washington (have fun with that google)Expand Quote100% the former president he was talking to was himself.Expand QuoteWell, if you count bribes, he does take a salary.
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If it wasn’t the last 4 living presidents he spoke with is Dementia Donald having conversations with dead people? I know Syphilis and Dementia will fuck with peoples minds heavily. Or is he just lying again?
As for help from our allies, fuck us. Don’t help that sack of shit, he made his bed let him fucking rot in it alone. Can’t wait for the terrorist bombing of Maralargo, his hotels, and his golf clubs![close][close]
My former best friends were MAGA but I haven’t talked to them since 2023. Anytime Trump-Epstein was mentioned, they would switch the conversation to how Biden was a pedophile. They went out of their way to defend Trump and blame the “liberal media” anytime Trump said something stupid shit like: “You’re the president of the United States, you can declassify just by saying it’s declassified, even by thinking about it.”Expand QuoteHas anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.[close]
Thankfully I don't have any close friends that went MAGA, but I've definitely cast off some casual friends and acquaintances.
Sure If that's what you wanna call your parents that's on you.Expand QuoteHis own parents...
You motherfuckers are so lost
I vote dem, YOU people, are on some other shit
Cultish behavior[close]
Really? For not wanting to be involved with bigots, pedophile apoligists and simpleminded fools that have enabled the biggest monster on the planet?
If you knowingly fucked with Epstein after the first conviction your on some weird shit, but aside from that shit has been become basically a conspiracy theory for the left"on some weird shit" is quite the undersell
Sure If that's what you wanna call your parents that's on you.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHis own parents...
You motherfuckers are so lost
I vote dem, YOU people, are on some other shit
Cultish behavior[close]
Really? For not wanting to be involved with bigots, pedophile apoligists and simpleminded fools that have enabled the biggest monster on the planet?[close]
People who thinks Trump's actually a pedephile and Epstein was some elaborate blackmail conspiracy are pretty stupid imo I hate dealing with them it's just qanon pizzagate for the left at this point
Expand QuoteSure If that's what you wanna call your parents that's on you.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHis own parents...
You motherfuckers are so lost
I vote dem, YOU people, are on some other shit
Cultish behavior[close]
Really? For not wanting to be involved with bigots, pedophile apoligists and simpleminded fools that have enabled the biggest monster on the planet?[close]
People who thinks Trump's actually a pedephile and Epstein was some elaborate blackmail conspiracy are pretty stupid imo I hate dealing with them it's just qanon pizzagate for the left at this point[close]
I'm curious which of these statements you think is true, false, likely, or unlikely:
1. Jeffrey epstein was a convicted sex offender and trafficked minors for the purposes of sex.
2. Underage sex workers were a part of Epstein's entourage and present at various functions and parties he hosted.
3. Trump was friends with epstein and attended numerous epstein functions and parties.
4. Trump attended functions and/or parties where sex workers were present, some of whom may have been minors.
5. Trump may have had sex with sex workers.
6. Trump may have had sex with underage sex workers.
I'm asking because you talk as though trump having sex with a minor is preposterous, whereas to me it seems plausible based on public record. I'm curious where our difference of opinion is coming from. I believe 1-3 are true, and 4-6 are likely.
I'm not here to play 20 questions, just know if you think Trump's a pedo and the gov/world is run by pedos your a dumbass.Expand QuoteSure If that's what you wanna call your parents that's on you.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHis own parents...
You motherfuckers are so lost
I vote dem, YOU people, are on some other shit
Cultish behavior[close]
Really? For not wanting to be involved with bigots, pedophile apoligists and simpleminded fools that have enabled the biggest monster on the planet?[close]
People who thinks Trump's actually a pedephile and Epstein was some elaborate blackmail conspiracy are pretty stupid imo I hate dealing with them it's just qanon pizzagate for the left at this point[close]
I'm curious which of these statements you think is true, false, likely, or unlikely:
1. Jeffrey epstein was a convicted sex offender and trafficked minors for the purposes of sex.
2. Underage sex workers were a part of Epstein's entourage and present at various functions and parties he hosted.
3. Trump was friends with epstein and attended numerous epstein functions and parties.
4. Trump attended functions and/or parties where sex workers were present, some of whom may have been minors.
5. Trump may have had sex with sex workers.
6. Trump may have had sex with underage sex workers.
I'm asking because you talk as though trump having sex with a minor is preposterous, whereas to me it seems plausible based on public record. I'm curious where our difference of opinion is coming from. I believe 1-3 are true, and 4-6 are likely.
I'm not here to play 20 questions, just know if you think Trump's a pedo and the gov/world is run by pedos your a dumbass.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteSure If that's what you wanna call your parents that's on you.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHis own parents...
You motherfuckers are so lost
I vote dem, YOU people, are on some other shit
Cultish behavior[close]
Really? For not wanting to be involved with bigots, pedophile apoligists and simpleminded fools that have enabled the biggest monster on the planet?[close]
People who thinks Trump's actually a pedephile and Epstein was some elaborate blackmail conspiracy are pretty stupid imo I hate dealing with them it's just qanon pizzagate for the left at this point[close]
I'm curious which of these statements you think is true, false, likely, or unlikely:
1. Jeffrey epstein was a convicted sex offender and trafficked minors for the purposes of sex.
2. Underage sex workers were a part of Epstein's entourage and present at various functions and parties he hosted.
3. Trump was friends with epstein and attended numerous epstein functions and parties.
4. Trump attended functions and/or parties where sex workers were present, some of whom may have been minors.
5. Trump may have had sex with sex workers.
6. Trump may have had sex with underage sex workers.
I'm asking because you talk as though trump having sex with a minor is preposterous, whereas to me it seems plausible based on public record. I'm curious where our difference of opinion is coming from. I believe 1-3 are true, and 4-6 are likely.[close]
You calling the police on that! Fuckin dork-os
All you mfs in are doing nothing but pushing people to the right
Why are you pushing me to the right?
Why do you want me to be that?
These attitudes are why trump won
Fuckin police callers
Expand QuoteYou calling the police on that! Fuckin dork-os
All you mfs in are doing nothing but pushing people to the right
Why are you pushing me to the right?
Why do you want me to be that?
These attitudes are why trump won
Fuckin police callers[close]
No one gets pushed to the right.
Expand QuoteYou calling the police on that! Fuckin dork-os
All you mfs in are doing nothing but pushing people to the right
Why are you pushing me to the right?
Why do you want me to be that?
These attitudes are why trump won
Fuckin police callers[close]
No one gets pushed to the right.
You calling the police on that! Fuckin dork-os
All you mfs in are doing nothing but pushing people to the right
Why are you pushing me to the right?
Why do you want me to be that?
These attitudes are why trump won
Fuckin police callers
You calling the police on that! Fuckin dork-osNo pushing needed, you seem to already be there.
All you mfs in are doing nothing but pushing people to the right
Why are you pushing me to the right?
Why do you want me to be that?
These attitudes are why trump won
Fuckin police callers
Has anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.
I'm not here toExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSure If that's what you wanna call your parents that's on you.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHis own parents...
You motherfuckers are so lost
I vote dem, YOU people, are on some other shit
Cultish behavior[close]
Really? For not wanting to be involved with bigots, pedophile apoligists and simpleminded fools that have enabled the biggest monster on the planet?[close]
People who thinks Trump's actually a pedephile and Epstein was some elaborate blackmail conspiracy are pretty stupid imo I hate dealing with them it's just qanon pizzagate for the left at this point[close]
I'm curious which of these statements you think is true, false, likely, or unlikely:
1. Jeffrey epstein was a convicted sex offender and trafficked minors for the purposes of sex.
2. Underage sex workers were a part of Epstein's entourage and present at various functions and parties he hosted.
3. Trump was friends with epstein and attended numerous epstein functions and parties.
4. Trump attended functions and/or parties where sex workers were present, some of whom may have been minors.
5. Trump may have had sex with sex workers.
6. Trump may have had sex with underage sex workers.
I'm asking because you talk as though trump having sex with a minor is preposterous, whereas to me it seems plausible based on public record. I'm curious where our difference of opinion is coming from. I believe 1-3 are true, and 4-6 are likely.[close]play 20 questions, discuss anything, be civil, or have a conversation
Expand QuoteHas anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.[close]
I have a MAGA uncle, whom I recently hung out with after not seeing for a decade or so. He was my "cool uncle" growing up (used to skate and took me to see Stiff Little Fingers) and my intent going in was to enjoy the company of someone who I disagree with about most things but care about enough to try.
It was fun! We roasted each other all night but a thru-line was found quickly: we both agreed that billionaires are the problem. After that, any talking point was kind of moot when you remove semantics and propaganda. He's retired Air Force so I called him a goddamn socialist for his free healthcare, schooling and housing assistance, saying he secretly voted for Bernie. Kept telling him to be careful not to get infected by my libtard wokeness in case the cure only comes in vaccine form. In jest, he started calling himself my white nationalist uncle and kept offering to take me to see Sammy Hagar. I wonder if Lucero roasts Lance in a similar manner? My uncle is indoctrinated, ageing and comfortable, but I don't see his beliefs coming from a place of hatred. Only fear.
Anyways, I bet (hope) a thru-line can be found with your Rents and I think it's kinda our job to try. Empathy n'stuff.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHas anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.[close]
I have a MAGA uncle, whom I recently hung out with after not seeing for a decade or so. He was my "cool uncle" growing up (used to skate and took me to see Stiff Little Fingers) and my intent going in was to enjoy the company of someone who I disagree with about most things but care about enough to try.
It was fun! We roasted each other all night but a thru-line was found quickly: we both agreed that billionaires are the problem. After that, any talking point was kind of moot when you remove semantics and propaganda. He's retired Air Force so I called him a goddamn socialist for his free healthcare, schooling and housing assistance, saying he secretly voted for Bernie. Kept telling him to be careful not to get infected by my libtard wokeness in case the cure only comes in vaccine form. In jest, he started calling himself my white nationalist uncle and kept offering to take me to see Sammy Hagar. I wonder if Lucero roasts Lance in a similar manner? My uncle is indoctrinated, ageing and comfortable, but I don't see his beliefs coming from a place of hatred. Only fear.
Anyways, I bet (hope) a thru-line can be found with your Rents and I think it's kinda our job to try. Empathy n'stuff.[close]
Hates billionaires.
Votes for billionaire.
Supports party that exists solely to enrich billionaires.
Math ain't mathing.
Math ain't mathing.
College Republicans at University of Florida was disbanded after members were seen on social media throwing up the Nazi sieg-heil salute. Now they’re suing the university demanding they protect their right to free speech. The same group that wanted people who didn’t speak lovingly of Charlie Kirk fired and/or expelled.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2026/03/16/florida-college-republicans-antisemitic/
Also of note: Fuck Caesar ChavezThis one hurts
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"I didn't see it. I mean, somebody puts it up. We have alot of people working for us."
anybody else remember the maga mob criticizing Joe for not being in charge, and claiming that other people were actually running the government while he was totally unaware?
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"I didn't see it. I mean, somebody puts it up. We have alot of people working for us."
anybody else remember the maga mob criticizing Joe for not being in charge, and claiming that other people were actually running the government while he was totally unaware?[close]
First off, in the email he's talking about how these donations are for his campaign fund. What campaign fund? He's on his second term and can't run for shit again.
Also of note: Fuck Caesar ChavezAgreed
this is the same the active one who said "we're going after the fraudsters" while simultaneously pardoning 14 people convicted of fraudI question the prioritization of getting a dead one when we got an active one with nuclear codes right now taking the whole country with him to hellExpand QuoteAlso of note: Fuck Caesar Chavez[close]
Also of note: Fuck, Caesar Chavez
this is the same the active one who said "we're going after the fraudsters" while simultaneously pardoning 14 people convicted of fraudExpand QuoteI question the prioritization of getting a dead one when we got an active one with nuclear codes right now taking the whole country with him to hellExpand QuoteAlso of note: Fuck Caesar Chavez[close][close]
Someone I know asked the question:
What do you think all those military/alpha male dudes who live by the Jocko Willink’s “Extreme Ownership” mentality think of Trump? His actions are the antithesis of that lifestyle that desperately cleave to.
Leadership that doesn’t lead, inspire, or take ownership over his subordinates or their actions.
Expand QuoteSomeone I know asked the question:
What do you think all those military/alpha male dudes who live by the Jocko Willink’s “Extreme Ownership” mentality think of Trump? His actions are the antithesis of that lifestyle that desperately cleave to.
Leadership that doesn’t lead, inspire, or take ownership over his subordinates or their actions.[close]
I have asked myself the the same question. Trump has never owned up to a single mistake in his life. It is always everyone else’s mistake. I think it is just another contradiction they are willing to repress. Trump is also a terrible Christian, a terrible husband and extremely corrupt. Still, he’s got the support of conservative Christians and anti-corruption and anti-elite conspiracy theorists.
Expand QuoteHas anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.[close]
I have a MAGA uncle, whom I recently hung out with after not seeing for a decade or so. He was my "cool uncle" growing up (used to skate and took me to see Stiff Little Fingers) and my intent going in was to enjoy the company of someone who I disagree with about most things but care about enough to try.
It was fun! We roasted each other all night but a thru-line was found quickly: we both agreed that billionaires are the problem. After that, any talking point was kind of moot when you remove semantics and propaganda. He's retired Air Force so I called him a goddamn socialist for his free healthcare, schooling and housing assistance, saying he secretly voted for Bernie. Kept telling him to be careful not to get infected by my libtard wokeness in case the cure only comes in vaccine form. In jest, he started calling himself my white nationalist uncle and kept offering to take me to see Sammy Hagar. I wonder if Lucero roasts Lance in a similar manner? My uncle is indoctrinated, ageing and comfortable, but I don't see his beliefs coming from a place of hatred. Only fear.
Anyways, I bet (hope) a thru-line can be found with your Rents and I think it's kinda our job to try. Empathy n'stuff.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHas anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.[close]
I have a MAGA uncle, whom I recently hung out with after not seeing for a decade or so. He was my "cool uncle" growing up (used to skate and took me to see Stiff Little Fingers) and my intent going in was to enjoy the company of someone who I disagree with about most things but care about enough to try.
It was fun! We roasted each other all night but a thru-line was found quickly: we both agreed that billionaires are the problem. After that, any talking point was kind of moot when you remove semantics and propaganda. He's retired Air Force so I called him a goddamn socialist for his free healthcare, schooling and housing assistance, saying he secretly voted for Bernie. Kept telling him to be careful not to get infected by my libtard wokeness in case the cure only comes in vaccine form. In jest, he started calling himself my white nationalist uncle and kept offering to take me to see Sammy Hagar. I wonder if Lucero roasts Lance in a similar manner? My uncle is indoctrinated, ageing and comfortable, but I don't see his beliefs coming from a place of hatred. Only fear.
Anyways, I bet (hope) a thru-line can be found with your Rents and I think it's kinda our job to try. Empathy n'stuff.[close]
"my uncle is indoctrinated"
Leftists who play the whole "it's our job to pity people we disagree with" are some of the most condescending people ever.
Getting healthcare through the military isn't "socialism". The guy served and earned his healthcare. Socialism is the government replacing enterprise. The military is a necessary branch of government and people who serve aren't doing it to try and overthrow free market healthcare or businesses.
And then to come on here and proclaim that "billionaires are the problem" and using him agreeing with you to assert that as a fact is pathetic. Billionaires are the problem? OK get off your iphone, get off your computer, pull your router, kill your wifi. You wouldn't even have access to be crying about the system that provides you with everything you have if it wasn't for the people who innovate and come up with these things.
There's a reason all of Venezuela was dancing in the street to the YMCA when we overthrew Maduro. Your socialist pipe dream isn't anything beyond a delusion and there's millions over people living under socialism screaming that from the rooftops but you're too arrogant to listen.
Your uncle never even called you a "woke libtard" you called yourself, you're the one perpetuating this giant schism with him when you're the only one in the relationship who's browbeating (passively aggressively through jokes) the guy for not thinking like you.
But you're right he's the one who's "scared"....
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHas anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.[close]
I have a MAGA uncle, whom I recently hung out with after not seeing for a decade or so. He was my "cool uncle" growing up (used to skate and took me to see Stiff Little Fingers) and my intent going in was to enjoy the company of someone who I disagree with about most things but care about enough to try.
It was fun! We roasted each other all night but a thru-line was found quickly: we both agreed that billionaires are the problem. After that, any talking point was kind of moot when you remove semantics and propaganda. He's retired Air Force so I called him a goddamn socialist for his free healthcare, schooling and housing assistance, saying he secretly voted for Bernie. Kept telling him to be careful not to get infected by my libtard wokeness in case the cure only comes in vaccine form. In jest, he started calling himself my white nationalist uncle and kept offering to take me to see Sammy Hagar. I wonder if Lucero roasts Lance in a similar manner? My uncle is indoctrinated, ageing and comfortable, but I don't see his beliefs coming from a place of hatred. Only fear.
Anyways, I bet (hope) a thru-line can be found with your Rents and I think it's kinda our job to try. Empathy n'stuff.[close]
"my uncle is indoctrinated"
Leftists who play the whole "it's our job to pity people we disagree with" are some of the most condescending people ever.
Getting healthcare through the military isn't "socialism". The guy served and earned his healthcare. Socialism is the government replacing enterprise. The military is a necessary branch of government and people who serve aren't doing it to try and overthrow free market healthcare or businesses.
And then to come on here and proclaim that "billionaires are the problem" and using him agreeing with you to assert that as a fact is pathetic. Billionaires are the problem? OK get off your iphone, get off your computer, pull your router, kill your wifi. You wouldn't even have access to be crying about the system that provides you with everything you have if it wasn't for the people who innovate and come up with these things.
There's a reason all of Venezuela was dancing in the street to the YMCA when we overthrew Maduro. Your socialist pipe dream isn't anything beyond a delusion and there's millions over people living under socialism screaming that from the rooftops but you're too arrogant to listen.
Your uncle never even called you a "woke libtard" you called yourself, you're the one perpetuating this giant schism with him when you're the only one in the relationship who's browbeating (passively aggressively through jokes) the guy for not thinking like you.
But you're right he's the one who's "scared"....
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHas anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.[close]
I have a MAGA uncle, whom I recently hung out with after not seeing for a decade or so. He was my "cool uncle" growing up (used to skate and took me to see Stiff Little Fingers) and my intent going in was to enjoy the company of someone who I disagree with about most things but care about enough to try.
It was fun! We roasted each other all night but a thru-line was found quickly: we both agreed that billionaires are the problem. After that, any talking point was kind of moot when you remove semantics and propaganda. He's retired Air Force so I called him a goddamn socialist for his free healthcare, schooling and housing assistance, saying he secretly voted for Bernie. Kept telling him to be careful not to get infected by my libtard wokeness in case the cure only comes in vaccine form. In jest, he started calling himself my white nationalist uncle and kept offering to take me to see Sammy Hagar. I wonder if Lucero roasts Lance in a similar manner? My uncle is indoctrinated, ageing and comfortable, but I don't see his beliefs coming from a place of hatred. Only fear.
Anyways, I bet (hope) a thru-line can be found with your Rents and I think it's kinda our job to try. Empathy n'stuff.[close]
"my uncle is indoctrinated"
Leftists who play the whole "it's our job to pity people we disagree with" are some of the most condescending people ever.
Getting healthcare through the military isn't "socialism". The guy served and earned his healthcare. Socialism is the government replacing enterprise. The military is a necessary branch of government and people who serve aren't doing it to try and overthrow free market healthcare or businesses.
And then to come on here and proclaim that "billionaires are the problem" and using him agreeing with you to assert that as a fact is pathetic. Billionaires are the problem? OK get off your iphone, get off your computer, pull your router, kill your wifi. You wouldn't even have access to be crying about the system that provides you with everything you have if it wasn't for the people who innovate and come up with these things.
There's a reason all of Venezuela was dancing in the street to the YMCA when we overthrew Maduro. Your socialist pipe dream isn't anything beyond a delusion and there's millions over people living under socialism screaming that from the rooftops but you're too arrogant to listen.
Your uncle never even called you a "woke libtard" you called yourself, you're the one perpetuating this giant schism with him when you're the only one in the relationship who's browbeating (passively aggressively through jokes) the guy for not thinking like you.
But you're right he's the one who's "scared"....
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHas anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.[close]
I have a MAGA uncle, whom I recently hung out with after not seeing for a decade or so. He was my "cool uncle" growing up (used to skate and took me to see Stiff Little Fingers) and my intent going in was to enjoy the company of someone who I disagree with about most things but care about enough to try.
It was fun! We roasted each other all night but a thru-line was found quickly: we both agreed that billionaires are the problem. After that, any talking point was kind of moot when you remove semantics and propaganda. He's retired Air Force so I called him a goddamn socialist for his free healthcare, schooling and housing assistance, saying he secretly voted for Bernie. Kept telling him to be careful not to get infected by my libtard wokeness in case the cure only comes in vaccine form. In jest, he started calling himself my white nationalist uncle and kept offering to take me to see Sammy Hagar. I wonder if Lucero roasts Lance in a similar manner? My uncle is indoctrinated, ageing and comfortable, but I don't see his beliefs coming from a place of hatred. Only fear.
Anyways, I bet (hope) a thru-line can be found with your Rents and I think it's kinda our job to try. Empathy n'stuff.[close]
"my uncle is indoctrinated"
Leftists who play the whole "it's our job to pity people we disagree with" are some of the most condescending people ever.
Getting healthcare through the military isn't "socialism". The guy served and earned his healthcare. Socialism is the government replacing enterprise. The military is a necessary branch of government and people who serve aren't doing it to try and overthrow free market healthcare or businesses.
And then to come on here and proclaim that "billionaires are the problem" and using him agreeing with you to assert that as a fact is pathetic. Billionaires are the problem? OK get off your iphone, get off your computer, pull your router, kill your wifi. You wouldn't even have access to be crying about the system that provides you with everything you have if it wasn't for the people who innovate and come up with these things.
There's a reason all of Venezuela was dancing in the street to the YMCA when we overthrew Maduro. Your socialist pipe dream isn't anything beyond a delusion and there's millions over people living under socialism screaming that from the rooftops but you're too arrogant to listen.
Your uncle never even called you a "woke libtard" you called yourself, you're the one perpetuating this giant schism with him when you're the only one in the relationship who's browbeating (passively aggressively through jokes) the guy for not thinking like you.
But you're right he's the one who's "scared"....[close]
The military isn't a "branch of government" lol. You're thinking of the legislative, executive, and judicial. The rest of your post doesn't isn't a whole lot better, lol.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHas anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.[close]
I have a MAGA uncle, whom I recently hung out with after not seeing for a decade or so. He was my "cool uncle" growing up (used to skate and took me to see Stiff Little Fingers) and my intent going in was to enjoy the company of someone who I disagree with about most things but care about enough to try.
It was fun! We roasted each other all night but a thru-line was found quickly: we both agreed that billionaires are the problem. After that, any talking point was kind of moot when you remove semantics and propaganda. He's retired Air Force so I called him a goddamn socialist for his free healthcare, schooling and housing assistance, saying he secretly voted for Bernie. Kept telling him to be careful not to get infected by my libtard wokeness in case the cure only comes in vaccine form. In jest, he started calling himself my white nationalist uncle and kept offering to take me to see Sammy Hagar. I wonder if Lucero roasts Lance in a similar manner? My uncle is indoctrinated, ageing and comfortable, but I don't see his beliefs coming from a place of hatred. Only fear.
Anyways, I bet (hope) a thru-line can be found with your Rents and I think it's kinda our job to try. Empathy n'stuff.[close]
"my uncle is indoctrinated"
Leftists who play the whole "it's our job to pity people we disagree with" are some of the most condescending people ever.
Getting healthcare through the military isn't "socialism". The guy served and earned his healthcare. Socialism is the government replacing enterprise. The military is a necessary branch of government and people who serve aren't doing it to try and overthrow free market healthcare or businesses.
And then to come on here and proclaim that "billionaires are the problem" and using him agreeing with you to assert that as a fact is pathetic. Billionaires are the problem? OK get off your iphone, get off your computer, pull your router, kill your wifi. You wouldn't even have access to be crying about the system that provides you with everything you have if it wasn't for the people who innovate and come up with these things.
There's a reason all of Venezuela was dancing in the street to the YMCA when we overthrew Maduro. Your socialist pipe dream isn't anything beyond a delusion and there's millions over people living under socialism screaming that from the rooftops but you're too arrogant to listen.
Your uncle never even called you a "woke libtard" you called yourself, you're the one perpetuating this giant schism with him when you're the only one in the relationship who's browbeating (passively aggressively through jokes) the guy for not thinking like you.
But you're right he's the one who's "scared"....[close]
There’s so many wrong things there, but thinking the military is a branch of government is hilarious.
We also didnt overthrow Maduro. We kidnapped/arrested him. The same government still exists.
And the government came up with many of those innovations. Internet, GPS, and so on
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHas anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.[close]
I have a MAGA uncle, whom I recently hung out with after not seeing for a decade or so. He was my "cool uncle" growing up (used to skate and took me to see Stiff Little Fingers) and my intent going in was to enjoy the company of someone who I disagree with about most things but care about enough to try.
It was fun! We roasted each other all night but a thru-line was found quickly: we both agreed that billionaires are the problem. After that, any talking point was kind of moot when you remove semantics and propaganda. He's retired Air Force so I called him a goddamn socialist for his free healthcare, schooling and housing assistance, saying he secretly voted for Bernie. Kept telling him to be careful not to get infected by my libtard wokeness in case the cure only comes in vaccine form. In jest, he started calling himself my white nationalist uncle and kept offering to take me to see Sammy Hagar. I wonder if Lucero roasts Lance in a similar manner? My uncle is indoctrinated, ageing and comfortable, but I don't see his beliefs coming from a place of hatred. Only fear.
Anyways, I bet (hope) a thru-line can be found with your Rents and I think it's kinda our job to try. Empathy n'stuff.[close]
"my uncle is indoctrinated"
Leftists who play the whole "it's our job to pity people we disagree with" are some of the most condescending people ever.
Getting healthcare through the military isn't "socialism". The guy served and earned his healthcare. Socialism is the government replacing enterprise. The military is a necessary branch of government and people who serve aren't doing it to try and overthrow free market healthcare or businesses.
And then to come on here and proclaim that "billionaires are the problem" and using him agreeing with you to assert that as a fact is pathetic. Billionaires are the problem? OK get off your iphone, get off your computer, pull your router, kill your wifi. You wouldn't even have access to be crying about the system that provides you with everything you have if it wasn't for the people who innovate and come up with these things.
There's a reason all of Venezuela was dancing in the street to the YMCA when we overthrew Maduro. Your socialist pipe dream isn't anything beyond a delusion and there's millions over people living under socialism screaming that from the rooftops but you're too arrogant to listen.
Your uncle never even called you a "woke libtard" you called yourself, you're the one perpetuating this giant schism with him when you're the only one in the relationship who's browbeating (passively aggressively through jokes) the guy for not thinking like you.
But you're right he's the one who's "scared"....[close]
There’s so many wrong things there, but thinking the military is a branch of government is hilarious.
We also didnt overthrow Maduro. We kidnapped/arrested him. The same government still exists.
And the government came up with many of those innovations. Internet, GPS, and so on[close]
another middle school graduate clinging to the fact he can remember the "three branches of government"
that wasn't what i was referring to you insipid person
i was using the word branch to separate it from being a controlling entity or socialist benefit package
the military is a branch separate from the government it exists to serve its own purpose and when you enlist in it you being given benefits isn't fucking socialism
and for maduro again more mental gymnastics and more pathetic desperation to mar yourself feel like you have some sorry of moral high ground to perpetuate your angry leftist rage from
From this week…What’s up with presidents grabbing ass?
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Wiped from the internet.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHas anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.[close]
I have a MAGA uncle, whom I recently hung out with after not seeing for a decade or so. He was my "cool uncle" growing up (used to skate and took me to see Stiff Little Fingers) and my intent going in was to enjoy the company of someone who I disagree with about most things but care about enough to try.
It was fun! We roasted each other all night but a thru-line was found quickly: we both agreed that billionaires are the problem. After that, any talking point was kind of moot when you remove semantics and propaganda. He's retired Air Force so I called him a goddamn socialist for his free healthcare, schooling and housing assistance, saying he secretly voted for Bernie. Kept telling him to be careful not to get infected by my libtard wokeness in case the cure only comes in vaccine form. In jest, he started calling himself my white nationalist uncle and kept offering to take me to see Sammy Hagar. I wonder if Lucero roasts Lance in a similar manner? My uncle is indoctrinated, ageing and comfortable, but I don't see his beliefs coming from a place of hatred. Only fear.
Anyways, I bet (hope) a thru-line can be found with your Rents and I think it's kinda our job to try. Empathy n'stuff.[close]
"my uncle is indoctrinated"
Leftists who play the whole "it's our job to pity people we disagree with" are some of the most condescending people ever.
Getting healthcare through the military isn't "socialism". The guy served and earned his healthcare. Socialism is the government replacing enterprise. The military is a necessary branch of government and people who serve aren't doing it to try and overthrow free market healthcare or businesses.
And then to come on here and proclaim that "billionaires are the problem" and using him agreeing with you to assert that as a fact is pathetic. Billionaires are the problem? OK get off your iphone, get off your computer, pull your router, kill your wifi. You wouldn't even have access to be crying about the system that provides you with everything you have if it wasn't for the people who innovate and come up with these things.
There's a reason all of Venezuela was dancing in the street to the YMCA when we overthrew Maduro. Your socialist pipe dream isn't anything beyond a delusion and there's millions over people living under socialism screaming that from the rooftops but you're too arrogant to listen.
Your uncle never even called you a "woke libtard" you called yourself, you're the one perpetuating this giant schism with him when you're the only one in the relationship who's browbeating (passively aggressively through jokes) the guy for not thinking like you.
But you're right he's the one who's "scared"....[close]
There’s so many wrong things there, but thinking the military is a branch of government is hilarious.
We also didnt overthrow Maduro. We kidnapped/arrested him. The same government still exists.
And the government came up with many of those innovations. Internet, GPS, and so on[close]
another middle school graduate clinging to the fact he can remember the "three branches of government"
that wasn't what i was referring to you insipid person
i was using the word branch to separate it from being a controlling entity or socialist benefit package
the military is a branch separate from the government it exists to serve its own purpose and when you enlist in it you being given benefits isn't fucking socialism
and for maduro again more mental gymnastics and more pathetic desperation to mar yourself feel like you have some sorry of moral high ground to perpetuate your angry leftist rage from
What’s up with presidents grabbing ass?Expand QuoteFrom this week…
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Wiped from the internet.[close]
George H.W. Bush did that shit too.
https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/fourth-woman-accuses-president-george-hw-bush-of-groping-in-photo-op/97-486622947
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHas anyone here written off any MAGA family members? My parents are on the verge of me telling them to fuck off and stay away from me. I'm pretty much done with anyone that helped enable this mess we are in.[close]
I have a MAGA uncle, whom I recently hung out with after not seeing for a decade or so. He was my "cool uncle" growing up (used to skate and took me to see Stiff Little Fingers) and my intent going in was to enjoy the company of someone who I disagree with about most things but care about enough to try.
It was fun! We roasted each other all night but a thru-line was found quickly: we both agreed that billionaires are the problem. After that, any talking point was kind of moot when you remove semantics and propaganda. He's retired Air Force so I called him a goddamn socialist for his free healthcare, schooling and housing assistance, saying he secretly voted for Bernie. Kept telling him to be careful not to get infected by my libtard wokeness in case the cure only comes in vaccine form. In jest, he started calling himself my white nationalist uncle and kept offering to take me to see Sammy Hagar. I wonder if Lucero roasts Lance in a similar manner? My uncle is indoctrinated, ageing and comfortable, but I don't see his beliefs coming from a place of hatred. Only fear.
Anyways, I bet (hope) a thru-line can be found with your Rents and I think it's kinda our job to try. Empathy n'stuff.[close]
"my uncle is indoctrinated"
Leftists who play the whole "it's our job to pity people we disagree with" are some of the most condescending people ever.
Getting healthcare through the military isn't "socialism". The guy served and earned his healthcare. Socialism is the government replacing enterprise. The military is a necessary branch of government and people who serve aren't doing it to try and overthrow free market healthcare or businesses.
And then to come on here and proclaim that "billionaires are the problem" and using him agreeing with you to assert that as a fact is pathetic. Billionaires are the problem? OK get off your iphone, get off your computer, pull your router, kill your wifi. You wouldn't even have access to be crying about the system that provides you with everything you have if it wasn't for the people who innovate and come up with these things.
There's a reason all of Venezuela was dancing in the street to the YMCA when we overthrew Maduro. Your socialist pipe dream isn't anything beyond a delusion and there's millions over people living under socialism screaming that from the rooftops but you're too arrogant to listen.
Your uncle never even called you a "woke libtard" you called yourself, you're the one perpetuating this giant schism with him when you're the only one in the relationship who's browbeating (passively aggressively through jokes) the guy for not thinking like you.
But you're right he's the one who's "scared"....[close]
The military isn't a "branch of government" lol. You're thinking of the legislative, executive, and judicial. The rest of your post doesn't isn't a whole lot better, lol.[close]
you people are so stupid and the way you reach for anything as a "gotcha" is embarrassing
congratulations you remembered "the three branches" of government from middle school.
i'm using the term loosely and just saying it's ran by the government it's funded by the government it's part of the government but it's an entity in its own
people enlisting and serving and getting benefits therefore after isn't fucking socialism was my point
Billionaires>broke boisGet your freak on elsewhere melania
Ice at airports starting monday
Because you know those illegal immigrants just stay flying wherever with no documentation, makes total fucking sense
Ice at airports starting monday
Because you know those illegal immigrants just stay flying wherever with no documentation, makes total fucking sense
Expand QuoteIce at airports starting monday
Because you know those illegal immigrants just stay flying wherever with no documentation, makes total fucking sense[close]
Not that I agree with the move, but it’s because there are TSA staffing issues at airports because of the partial government shutdown
I'm sure turning already backed up airports into worse shitshows similar to what they did on the streets of US cities will absolutely work out for them and get ICE funded lickety split. The mid leading the mid and they can't think a single idea through to it's logical conclusion. See Iran for another recent example.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIce at airports starting monday
Because you know those illegal immigrants just stay flying wherever with no documentation, makes total fucking sense[close]
Not that I agree with the move, but it’s because there are TSA staffing issues at airports because of the partial government shutdown[close]
ICE will 100% not supplement TSA or do their job. Tom Hooman even announced that earlier today (https://thehill.com/policy/transportation/5795316-homan-ice-tsa-plan-dhs-shutdown/). They will for sure pull all the brown people out the lines, harrass them, and detain them making them miss their flights.
I'm sure turning already backed up airports into worse shitshows similar to what they did on the streets of US cities will absolutely work out for them and get ICE funded lickety split. The mid leading the mid and they can't think a single idea through to it's logical conclusion. See Iran for another recent example.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIce at airports starting monday
Because you know those illegal immigrants just stay flying wherever with no documentation, makes total fucking sense[close]
Not that I agree with the move, but it’s because there are TSA staffing issues at airports because of the partial government shutdown[close]
ICE will 100% not supplement TSA or do their job. Tom Hooman even announced that earlier today (https://thehill.com/policy/transportation/5795316-homan-ice-tsa-plan-dhs-shutdown/). They will for sure pull all the brown people out the lines, harrass them, and detain them making them miss their flights.[close]
And then to come on here and proclaim that "billionaires are the problem" and using him agreeing with you to assert that as a fact is pathetic. Billionaires are the problem? OK get off your iphone, get off your computer, pull your router, kill your wifi. You wouldn't even have access to be crying about the system that provides you with everything you have if it wasn't for the people who innovate and come up with these things.
"my uncle is indoctrinated"
Leftists who play the whole "it's our job to pity people we disagree with" are some of the most condescending people ever.
Getting healthcare through the military isn't "socialism". The guy served and earned his healthcare. Socialism is the government replacing enterprise. The military is a necessary branch of government and people who serve aren't doing it to try and overthrow free market healthcare or businesses.
And then to come on here and proclaim that "billionaires are the problem" and using him agreeing with you to assert that as a fact is pathetic. Billionaires are the problem? OK get off your iphone, get off your computer, pull your router, kill your wifi. You wouldn't even have access to be crying about the system that provides you with everything you have if it wasn't for the people who innovate and come up with these things.
There's a reason all of Venezuela was dancing in the street to the YMCA when we overthrew Maduro. Your socialist pipe dream isn't anything beyond a delusion and there's millions over people living under socialism screaming that from the rooftops but you're too arrogant to listen.
Your uncle never even called you a "woke libtard" you called yourself, you're the one perpetuating this giant schism with him when you're the only one in the relationship who's browbeating (passively aggressively through jokes) the guy for not thinking like you.
But you're right he's the one who's "scared"....
helped the homie with some proof reading and editing and he got the article published!Good article that summarizes weeks of articles that I’ve read. I’m going to subscribe to his Substack.
https://religiondispatches.org/2026/03/23/linking-war-iran-end-times-netanyahus-rational-actor-mask-has-fallen
Good article that summarizes weeks of articles that I’ve read. I’m going to subscribe to his Substack.Expand Quotehelped the homie with some proof reading and editing and he got the article published!
https://religiondispatches.org/2026/03/23/linking-war-iran-end-times-netanyahus-rational-actor-mask-has-fallen[close]
I love that we are country that needs more and more power, but we decided not only to say no to green energy sources, but refund people who already pay us to build energy.
Not to mention water issues, all of our reservoirs should be covered in solar panels for free energy and to prevent some evaporation.
But, America makes money when oil prices are high, right? This is good for us?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI love that we are country that needs more and more power, but we decided not only to say no to green energy sources, but refund people who already pay us to build energy.
Not to mention water issues, all of our reservoirs should be covered in solar panels for free energy and to prevent some evaporation.
But, America makes money when oil prices are high, right? This is good for us?[close]
This is the country where this idiot’s two biggest donors were the oil industry and the electric car guy.
Still can’t make sense of it. Get a guy elected to gut the federal agencies that are investigating you only for that guy to then do everything he can to destroy the market for non-combustible engines in America and start a bunch of wars for oil that make everyone flock to cheap electric cars made by other countries. I’m sure he thought the worst that would happen is his competitors leaving the marketplace like Honda scrapping their EV line and he would remain untouched[close]
Other countries make good electric cars. The American car industry is a dinosaur with one foot in the grave.
He got rid of the investigations, got more subsidies from the government, and got MAGA supporters to buy his cars in blue states that offer tax rebates on EV purchases. Billionaires, at a certain point, will continue making money no matter what they do just because they’re invested in so many sectors.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI love that we are country that needs more and more power, but we decided not only to say no to green energy sources, but refund people who already pay us to build energy.
Not to mention water issues, all of our reservoirs should be covered in solar panels for free energy and to prevent some evaporation.
But, America makes money when oil prices are high, right? This is good for us?[close]
This is the country where this idiot’s two biggest donors were the oil industry and the electric car guy.
Still can’t make sense of it. Get a guy elected to gut the federal agencies that are investigating you only for that guy to then do everything he can to destroy the market for non-combustible engines in America and start a bunch of wars for oil that make everyone flock to cheap electric cars made by other countries. I’m sure he thought the worst that would happen is his competitors leaving the marketplace like Honda scrapping their EV line and he would remain untouched[close]
Other countries make good electric cars. The American car industry is a dinosaur with one foot in the grave.[close]
I get that - just don’t understand the thinking from the Tesla CEO to support the guy who was looking to kill the industry and salt the earth
He got rid of the investigations, got more subsidies from the government, and got MAGA supporters to buy his cars in blue states that offer tax rebates on EV purchases. Billionaires, at a certain point, will continue making money no matter what they do just because they’re invested in so many sectors.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI love that we are country that needs more and more power, but we decided not only to say no to green energy sources, but refund people who already pay us to build energy.
Not to mention water issues, all of our reservoirs should be covered in solar panels for free energy and to prevent some evaporation.
But, America makes money when oil prices are high, right? This is good for us?[close]
This is the country where this idiot’s two biggest donors were the oil industry and the electric car guy.
Still can’t make sense of it. Get a guy elected to gut the federal agencies that are investigating you only for that guy to then do everything he can to destroy the market for non-combustible engines in America and start a bunch of wars for oil that make everyone flock to cheap electric cars made by other countries. I’m sure he thought the worst that would happen is his competitors leaving the marketplace like Honda scrapping their EV line and he would remain untouched[close]
Other countries make good electric cars. The American car industry is a dinosaur with one foot in the grave.[close]
I get that - just don’t understand the thinking from the Tesla CEO to support the guy who was looking to kill the industry and salt the earth[close]
Additionally, he probably knew that the Epstein Files would go public, and switched to vocally being MAGA. When people go MAGA and claim Christianity, it absolves them of any shitty behavior. Also, Trump is always doing fried shit, so it takes the heat off him if there’s any backlash in the media. People probably already forgot that Musk tried to invite himself to Epstein’s island, but even Epstein thought he was lame.
Really helpful frame of reference. The coverage I see has utterly failed to fill in the gap between the rational actor version we were sold by neoliberalism and the vicious, manipulative super creep he was on his recent US podcast tour. Obviously his actions have always been deplorable and he's a war criminal evading justice at this point but I needed some religious framing to understand the current mask-off version.Good article that summarizes weeks of articles that I’ve read. I’m going to subscribe to his Substack.Expand Quotehelped the homie with some proof reading and editing and he got the article published!
https://religiondispatches.org/2026/03/23/linking-war-iran-end-times-netanyahus-rational-actor-mask-has-fallen[close]
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THE TRUMPS ALL VOTED BY MAIL
hey hold up I thought he said mail in voting was fraudulent
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THE TRUMPS ALL VOTED BY MAIL
hey hold up I thought he said mail in voting was fraudulent[close]
Love it!
Still have a strong feeling he will do everything he can to fuck with the midterms. Hope he dies by then.
Any guesses on what the ‘gift’ from Iran was?The story I head was that a tanker may or not have gotten through but the not part was pretty much confirmed by someone from the company that operates the tanker. Similar story to when Energy Secretary Chris Wright claimed a tanker had gotten through with a US Navy escort which also turned out not to be true. Playing the hits.
I’m guessing it’s us lifting sanctions on Iranian and Russian oil and being spun as a ‘gift’ to lower gas/fertilizer prices when, in reality, it’s us getting fucked while sparing the snowflakes feelings since he’s completely fucked in this.
Any guesses on what the ‘gift’ from Iran was?
I’m guessing it’s us lifting sanctions on Iranian and Russian oil and being spun as a ‘gift’ to lower gas/fertilizer prices when, in reality, it’s us getting fucked while sparing the snowflakes feelings since he’s completely fucked in this.
Only days ago was Trump touting a 15-point plan to negotiate peace with Iran. Today, the White House Press vehemently denies the existence of such a plan: https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-iran-ceasefire-plan-denial-b2945693.htmlTrump set a precedent for backing out of treaties and agreements. It makes little to no sense for countries to negotiate when policy can flip flop every 4-8 years, depending on who is in the White House.
Talk about losing credibility with foreign nations. This gives zero reason for any country to come to the table with Trump. He says things out of his ass then doesn't follow through.
It's going to take years for the US to earn respect from other nations again.
US Treasury deems the nation insolvent.
Who know electing a president who is known for bankrupting 11 businesses — INCLUDING A CASINO — would add $12 Trillion+ to the deficit without any plan to fix the budget and/or economy.
It's not like a bunch of Nobel Laureates warned us...
https://fortune.com/2026/03/23/us-government-insolvent-fiscal-crisis-fix/
unofficial spokesman/well connected iranian professor marandi says it was a fake gucci bag
pretty decent troll even if not tru, but also probably more likely to be tru than anything out of trump world
TSA is finally getting paid. Hope people see that the payment is coming to them via the $10B discretionary fund allocated to DHS in the 2025 Big Beautiful Bill. Hope people also see that $10B is more than enough to fund TSA for a year. Hope people now see that this means Trump and Republicans could've been paying TSA this whole time but didn't because hurting workers was their leverage to get what they want and now they lost their leverage, they're now just hoping to come off as heroes.
https://apnews.com/article/airport-delays-wait-times-shutdown-congress-tsa-b419e989a22dbc028d01cbd892fadb40
I can’t remember if it was on the previous page, but the goal is to ruin TSA to replace it with a security company owned by one of Trump’s lackeys. One of the goals of Project 2025 was to privatize TSA.Expand QuoteTSA is finally getting paid. Hope people see that the payment is coming to them via the $10B discretionary fund allocated to DHS in the 2025 Big Beautiful Bill. Hope people also see that $10B is more than enough to fund TSA for a year. Hope people now see that this means Trump and Republicans could've been paying TSA this whole time but didn't because hurting workers was their leverage to get what they want and now they lost their leverage, they're now just hoping to come off as heroes.
https://apnews.com/article/airport-delays-wait-times-shutdown-congress-tsa-b419e989a22dbc028d01cbd892fadb40[close]
Paid in dollars that will have Trumps signature on the
I can’t remember if it was on the previous page, but the goal is to ruin TSA to replace it with a security company owned by one of Trump’s lackeys. One of the goals of Project 2025 was to privatize TSA.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteTSA is finally getting paid. Hope people see that the payment is coming to them via the $10B discretionary fund allocated to DHS in the 2025 Big Beautiful Bill. Hope people also see that $10B is more than enough to fund TSA for a year. Hope people now see that this means Trump and Republicans could've been paying TSA this whole time but didn't because hurting workers was their leverage to get what they want and now they lost their leverage, they're now just hoping to come off as heroes.
https://apnews.com/article/airport-delays-wait-times-shutdown-congress-tsa-b419e989a22dbc028d01cbd892fadb40[close]
Paid in dollars that will have Trumps signature on the[close]
They ruined USPS so we will have to use FedEx/UPS to mail letters which will be more expensive. Rural communities will lose their access to mail, including medication delivery.
When TSA gets replaced, we’ll have idiots pulling the majority of people to the side to pat down their genitals, because that’s the closest they can get to having sex, and it will probably take 2-3 hours to go through security instead of 30-60 minutes.
When TSA gets replaced, we’ll have idiots pulling the majority of people to the side to pat down their genitals, because that’s the closest they can get to having sex, and it will probably take 2-3 hours to go through security instead of 30-60 minutes.I'd imagine all people who're willing to be employed by a Trump owned security team would be nothing but the worst premature ejaculators, so it'd probably be closer to 2-3 seconds.
But his emails!
(https://i.postimg.cc/jj1bXDzW/IMG-6705.png) (https://postimg.cc/Jyjv74Ym)
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/iran-linked-hackers-claim-breach-of-fbi-directors-personal-email-doj-official-2026-03-27/
Expand QuoteBut his emails!
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https://www.reuters.com/world/us/iran-linked-hackers-claim-breach-of-fbi-directors-personal-email-doj-official-2026-03-27/[close]
And this is the Director of the FBI. In his defense, Kash seems like the type of moron that would make his password the word “password” on top of always clicking the link that tells him that hot singles in his area want to bang him.
We need a French style revolution with guillotines and rolling heads. I'd love the see every Trump family member decapitated. Fucking greedy sociopaths need to learn.
Expand QuoteWe need a French style revolution with guillotines and rolling heads. I'd love the see every Trump family member decapitated. Fucking greedy sociopaths need to learn.[close]
People who say this should really keep reading the history books after the storming of the Bastille. The Reign of Terror was not an ironic title for things being super chill once the revolution started
US exempts Gulf of Mexico drillers from endangered species rules
www.reuters.com/business/energy/us-may-exempt-gulf-mexico-drillers-protecting-endangered-species-2026-03-31/
Another heart-breaking development from this admin.
Old man says European military allies shouldn’t count on the US for security. Old man starts a war without consulting military allies. Old man demands assistance from European military allies while claiming he needs no outside assistance. Old man suggests he may abandon the war he started, and threatens to leave military alliance after already telling allies not to count on the US for security.
Clearly, the old man is a master strategist.
Expand QuoteOld man says European military allies shouldn’t count on the US for security. Old man starts a war without consulting military allies. Old man demands assistance from European military allies while claiming he needs no outside assistance. Old man suggests he may abandon the war he started, and threatens to leave military alliance after already telling allies not to count on the US for security.
Clearly, the old man is a master strategist.[close]
Old man also showed up to a SCOTUS hearing to try and intimidate them. Old man also angrily walked out half way when he realized his EO can't overturn a Constiutional Amendment. Old man will go off on Truth Social very shortly.
“But…but…but…Dementia Joe.”
Old man probably never passed the cognitive assessment tests he thinks are IQ tests.
I wish old man would get hit in the head by a golf ball and go into a coma, but couch fucker would replace him.
This is unacceptable. The Trump grift makes anyone in congress look like a saint.
Public servants should be like fucking nuns, they had a calling to support their country, they should be comfortable but never wealthy. I'd vote for a redesign of the system that forces anyone who takes a government job at x level or higher is blocked from any advisor, board, or executive job for life. They can only be regular ass employees, unless they run a medical practice.
I know a few diplomats and they used to brag about the shit ass American cars American diplomats used to get around. They compared themselves to Russian diplomats who love their luxury vehicles. The normal car was meant to show we were there to serve our country and foster relations with others, not benefit ourselves from our position.
The overt corruption and manipulation of the market/inside information is sickening. The political economy of America has always been rigged in the sense that class mobility is limited but to see those with access to power make millions in seconds with no thought and no narrative to justify it is sickening. Americans are watching their 401Ks tumble (again), while Trump and his cronies make insane wealth on top of the wealth that would last until the end of human civilization.
I remember sitting in Russia and seeing how the government operated--from the police to the universities to those in the Duma--and I said, "This is America's future. This is what the Republican Party wants." We aren't in the same crony-capitalism/kleptocracy system quite yet, but we are heading down that path quickly. And, with Ellison owning CNN and his son owning TikTok and Sinclair owning so many local stations, we are going to repeat their media landscape, which will make it all the easier. The current grifts are just the start :(
https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300243093/russias-crony-capitalism/
The Head of Department of Defense reaching out to Black Rock to buy millions in stock for defense industry right before the war.
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Big investments right before the invasion of Iran
https://www.newyorker.com/news/the-financial-page/who-struck-it-rich-in-the-markets-when-trump-postponed-bombing-iran
The big "prediction market" bet right before the attack on Iran.
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/25/large-polymarket-wall-street-bets-on-trumps-war-news-under-scrutiny
The "prediction market" bet that Maduro would be ousted (Polymarket allows for anonymous bets via crypto).
(https://i.ibb.co/5Wx9CcQp/Screenshot-2026-03-31-at-3-07-48-AM.png)
Trump Jr. Getting a seat on the board of a prediction market while investing millions in another just as daddy gets to make rules about regulation.
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Kushner making billions off his wife's fathers connections
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Trump is considering firing Pam Bondi over her handling of the Esptein Files -- he's upset she didn't do more to distract and prevent their release.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IoJscHAchdo&pp=ygUUcGFtIGJvbmRpIGNvbW1lcmNpYWw=&ra=m
Can you imagine after what a goon she was, what kind of horrendous shit her replacement will do to please Trump?
https://apnews.com/article/trump-bondi-zeldin-justice-department-4b1bf39326d2d2c3fd41cadff91dd75b
Old man says it’s not possible for federal government to pay for medicaid, medicare, and child care — it should be the state’s responsibility. Old man the says the federal government needs to focus its money on military protection (aka wars).
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-says-not-possible-us-pay-medicaid-medicare-daycare-re-fighting-w-rcna266381
(there’s a video clip that the WH posted and immediately took down that’s floating on the interwebs)
But yea, look forward to the old man and his administration to completely gutting health care, ssn, and child subsidies soon just to fund the war.
Lots of soldiers with PTSD from this fight is gonna be dying in the streets in the near future and MAGA will be quick to blame it on Democrats.
"We're fighting wars. We can't take care of daycare."Expand QuoteOld man says it’s not possible for federal government to pay for medicaid, medicare, and child care — it should be the state’s responsibility. Old man the says the federal government needs to focus its money on military protection (aka wars).
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-says-not-possible-us-pay-medicaid-medicare-daycare-re-fighting-w-rcna266381
(there’s a video clip that the WH posted and immediately took down that’s floating on the interwebs)
But yea, look forward to the old man and his administration to completely gutting health care, ssn, and child subsidies soon just to fund the war.
Lots of soldiers with PTSD from this fight is gonna be dying in the streets in the near future and MAGA will be quick to blame it on Democrats.[close]
Yeah fuck us all. We’ve only been paying into these things for decades. Why should we feel entitled to our money when there’s IMPORTANT THINGS TO SPEND IT ON:
(https://i.postimg.cc/RhrpxvVP/IMG-6715.png) (https://postimg.cc/dkBj8PCd)
We’d better stop whining for handouts!
$10 that Trump and Hegseth haven't launched a search and rescue for the pilot that was shot down behind enemy lines.
His attitude and comment towards John McCain's capture and being a POW should be an indicator of how he'll respond: "He's not a war hero. He's a war hero because he was captured. I like people that weren't captured."
Yea, that pilot is fucked.
No money for social services like health care for the elderly and low-income tax payers, but endless money to fight wars for Israel and build a bunker for the Epstein class under the White House ballroom.
Where are the “America first” and “reduce the deficit” people? They’re awfully silent.
(https://i.postimg.cc/s2NVLDqq/IMG-4157.jpg)
He’s about to nuke Iran. This is why all of the military leaders were fired last week.
If there’s a regime change, why does the United States of Israel need to nuke Iran?
It’s easier and more profitable to destroy and rebuild countries to make money. This is what happens when people are instilled with ethnic supremacy and money worshipping from a young age and don’t apply themselves to make meaningful contributions to improve society.
I think Kirsti Noem used up the propaganda budget for the year. The video the White House put out to promote the war is, well, wow... I think even middle schoolers would be embarrassed by it. The Mortal Kombat song is bad enough but the "Flawless Victory" at the end of the video is painfully cringy:
https://x.com/WhiteHouse/status/2029741548791853331
The White House needs to hire Iran's AI prompter. He's doing way better job creating propaganda than whoever threw the White House video together.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hBcCUe2gHVs
Conservatives never need to be in charge of anything ever again, let the adults take over and prosecute the shit out of all of em immediately
and we will be FORCED to get a smaller trailer and vacation home because of having to provide all those slimy pathetic drains on society with "food" "services" and "housing"Expand QuoteConservatives never need to be in charge of anything ever again, let the adults take over and prosecute the shit out of all of em immediately[close]
But if we vote for liberals, everything bad that’s happening now will for sure happen under their administration.
and we will be FORCED to get a smaller trailer and vacation home because of having to provide all those slimy pathetic drains on society with "food" "services" and "housing"Expand QuoteExpand QuoteConservatives never need to be in charge of anything ever again, let the adults take over and prosecute the shit out of all of em immediately[close]
But if we vote for liberals, everything bad that’s happening now will for sure happen under their administration.[close]
I remember watching a documentary about the Vietnam War. An American soldier in battle (that lost all his friends ) saying he had no idea why he was there, killing Vietnamese people.
This is been USA since cold war.
Expand QuoteI remember watching a documentary about the Vietnam War. An American soldier in battle (that lost all his friends ) saying he had no idea why he was there, killing Vietnamese people.
This is been USA since cold war.[close]
No war since the American Revolution has been about freedom.
Welp, another fucking TACO Tuesday.
I wonder what insider trades went down just before the market closed. Super fun to watch the after hours value jump 1K points.
I'm glad there is some sanity/pull back. I'm glad we decided not to genocide civilians. At least America can say we didn't bomb bridges and power plants civilians need to survive (low bar).
But, Christ, I'm tired of what feels like market manipulation. I wonder which family member put a few hundred million in their bank account today via the stock market or through some "prediction market" bet.
Someone do the fucking thing already.
Expand QuoteSomeone do the fucking thing already.[close]
No to president vance who might be able to soften poll number plummeting
So ... how many terrorist attack do you suppose are coming to USA in the next decades? Or do Iranians see Trump as a total clown and don't even care all that much?
So ... how many terrorist attack do you suppose are coming to USA in the next decades?
To be fair, they probably think the average American is stupid as well, considering Americans elected a con artist twice. Over 50% of Americans over 18 read at a 6th-grade level or below, while 21% are technically illiterate. That means that around 25% of this country’s adults are literate enough to read books that are more complicated than Captain Underpants. Iran understands their target audience.Expand QuoteSo ... how many terrorist attack do you suppose are coming to USA in the next decades? Or do Iranians see Trump as a total clown and don't even care all that much?[close]
Who knows, but I do know the Lego videos they release mocking Trump are hilarious. They think he's a total moron.
To be fair, they probably think the average American is stupid as well, considering Americans elected a con artist twice. Over 50% of AmericansExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSo ... how many terrorist attack do you suppose are coming to USA in the next decades? Or do Iranians see Trump as a total clown and don't even care all that much?[close]
Who knows, but I do know the Lego videos they release mocking Trump are hilarious. They think he's a total moron.[close]over 18 read at a 6th-grade level or below, while 21% are technically illiterate. That means that around 25% of this country’s adults are literate enough to read books that are more complicated than Captain Underpants. Iran understands their target audience.ARE MAGA
Expand QuoteTo be fair, they probably think the average American is stupid as well, considering Americans elected a con artist twice. Over 50% of AmericansExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSo ... how many terrorist attack do you suppose are coming to USA in the next decades? Or do Iranians see Trump as a total clown and don't even care all that much?[close]
Who knows, but I do know the Lego videos they release mocking Trump are hilarious. They think he's a total moron.[close]over 18 read at a 6th-grade level or below, while 21% are technically illiterate. That means that around 25% of this country’s adults are literate enough to read books that are more complicated than Captain Underpants. Iran understands their target audience.ARE MAGA[close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteTo be fair, they probably think the average American is stupid as well, considering Americans elected a con artist twice. Over 50% of AmericansExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSo ... how many terrorist attack do you suppose are coming to USA in the next decades? Or do Iranians see Trump as a total clown and don't even care all that much?[close]
Who knows, but I do know the Lego videos they release mocking Trump are hilarious. They think he's a total moron.[close]over 18 read at a 6th-grade level or below, while 21% are technically illiterate. That means that around 25% of this country’s adults are literate enough to read books that are more complicated than Captain Underpants. Iran understands their target audience.ARE MAGA[close][close]
50% of voters voted for Trump. That’s hardly 50% of Americans considering our voting turnout
US will use existing information to auto register 18 year olds for the draft.DOGE got the data of pretty much every person living in the US. I’m willing to bet that the auto-registering program was created with an AI tool by 18-20 year-old white nationalists who will never be drafted.
Also, resources to auto register 18 year olds for the draft isn't reliable enough to auto register 18 year olds to vote.
Anyone else watch Mr. Global? He's pretty good when it comes to geopolitics and oil. Apparently Iran just blew up the trans Saudi pipeline and a bunch of oil refinery and infrastructure in a bunch of the gulf countries. Could easily be an Israeli false flag I suppose too.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qVMUj9BSu-U
Welp, fuck Eric SwalwellI had to look it up. He sexually assaulted at least four women:
I had to look it up. He sexually assaulted at least four women:Expand QuoteWelp, fuck Eric Swalwell[close]
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20qg3g9554o
He’s trying to paint it as a smear tactic by other candidates or the Republican party, despite the fact that his accusers are former staff members.
As much as I hate both parties [for different reasons], Democrats at least vocally oppose abusers in their party, while Republicans increase their support for abusers running for office because they hate women and “cancel culture”.
Has anyone seen gas prices go down? It’s only gone down $0.30/gallon where I am. It’s still more than $1.00/gallon compared to February prices, but I’m having doubts about it getting any better due to USA and Israel ignoring the conditions of the ceasefire.
Expand QuoteI had to look it up. He sexually assaulted at least four women:Expand QuoteWelp, fuck Eric Swalwell[close]
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20qg3g9554o
He’s trying to paint it as a smear tactic by other candidates or the Republican party, despite the fact that his accusers are former staff members.
As much as I hate both parties [for different reasons], Democrats at least vocally oppose abusers in their party, while Republicans increase their support for abusers running for office because they hate women and “cancel culture”.
Has anyone seen gas prices go down? It’s only gone down $0.30/gallon where I am. It’s still more than $1.00/gallon compared to February prices, but I’m having doubts about it getting any better due to USA and Israel ignoring the conditions of the ceasefire.[close]
Yeah his support has abandoned him and encouraged him to drop out. I guess in theory I want Katie Porter, though I think I liked her better as a Congresswoman of either chamber. I liked Mike Mahan too (mayor of San Jose) but a little sketched out by who supports him (silicon valley, rich guys)
Not surprised that he’s throwing up a white power symbol also. Yay.
LOL. Trump called the Pope a weak liberal then proceeded to post an AI photo of him as Jesus.
Wonder what kind of mental gymnastics Catholics are going to have to do in order to defend and continue to support TACO God?
Expand QuoteLOL. Trump called the Pope a weak liberal then proceeded to post an AI photo of him as Jesus.
Wonder what kind of mental gymnastics Catholics are going to have to do in order to defend and continue to support TACO God?[close]
I think we are going to watch Alt-Catholicism (Neo-Fundamentalist Catholicism) start in America. It is going to center an angry, vengeful, disciplinary God.
Pretty sure that Burke guy hated Francis and plenty of right-wing Catholic media/rich guys will support a version of Catholicism that supports vengeance, intolerance, and domination of others.
"Now go, attack the Amalekites and totally destroy all that belongs to them. Do not spare them; put to death men and women, children and infants, cattle and sheep, camels and donkeys."
Also, the return of Latin masses should be terrifying to us all. Some of these people who really disagree with the Pope want to return to a church where they can't understand the mass and they have to rely on the priest for everything. This scares me as it signals they seem to desire a spiritual world where they lose all control, ability to verify, and participate. They seem to take comfort in the "authority" of words they can't comprehend by a man they can't verify and then accuse science, data, and things they can (to a degree) investigate and verify themselves as lies. The truth is not what they can understand or engage with, but what they cannot understand or engage with. Actively rejecting the opportunity to understand your own religion for the sake of "tradition" seems absurd/terrifying to me.
Basically, all the reforms of 60s should be reversed and the reasoning for the reforms were wrong.
It'll suck if America is the birthplace of Alt-Catholicism (Neo-Fundamentalist Catholicism), but I wouldn't be surprised. Why believe some boring old Pope when you can believe some random 22 year old on YouTube or AM radio who is ranting that woke-ism is making you soft, weak, and easily led. Only Betas listen to the Pope in a language they can understand and think about what they're being told. Instead, you should be listening to a guy speak words you can't understand, believe his interpretation of those words without verification, and then donate 5% of your income to the parish.
trump is legit the anti-christ and I'm an atheist
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back when obama was running for office i was talking with a friend of mine who is really entrenched in esoteric biblical lore. i mentioned how i was seeing a surge in claims that obama was the antichrist, and she matter of factly said, “no, obama is the predecessor to the antichrist”. i sort of interpreted it as meaning he was the precursor, or catalyst for the coming of the antichrist. and while i am not religious in that way, i often think back to the apparent clarity and foresight she had in making that claim.
So, for the record, as of this morning, MAGA has this:
(https://i.postimg.cc/y8Sh7Vvr/IMG-5384.jpg)
And liberals have this:
(https://i.postimg.cc/C1vnjtcm/IMG-5387.jpg)
And I’m okay with it.
Expand QuoteExpand Quotetrump is legit the anti-christ and I'm an atheist[close]
back when obama was running for office i was talking with a friend of mine who is really entrenched in esoteric biblical lore. i mentioned how i was seeing a surge in claims that obama was the antichrist, and she matter of factly said, “no, obama is the predecessor to the antichrist”. i sort of interpreted it as meaning he was the precursor, or catalyst for the coming of the antichrist. and while i am not religious in that way, i often think back to the apparent clarity and foresight she had in making that claim.[close]
Many Christians, especially evangelical Christians, have this weird obsession with the apocalypse. It isn’t discussed as frequently as Christian morals or values, because it is much more vague. As I understand it the Bible contains quite a few stories about how the world will end. The gist:
The Apocalypse – the end of the world - Salvation in Christianity ...According to Christianity, the world ends with the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, marking the final judgment, the defeat of evil, and the creation of a new heaven and earth. This apocalyptic event, often linked to prophecies in Revelation, involves tribulations, the battle of Armageddon, and the establishment of God's eternal kingdom.
Basically the world needs to end first for Christ to come back and the forces of evil or chaos will bring that about (the anti-christ). So basically anything that you as a Christian feel is chaotic or against god‘s Devine order can be the anti-christ: trans kids, weird art at the Olympic Opening ceremony, a black president etc. can all be interpreted as signs of the anti-christ.
It‘s basically Christian fascism.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotetrump is legit the anti-christ and I'm an atheist[close]
back when obama was running for office i was talking with a friend of mine who is really entrenched in esoteric biblical lore. i mentioned how i was seeing a surge in claims that obama was the antichrist, and she matter of factly said, “no, obama is the predecessor to the antichrist”. i sort of interpreted it as meaning he was the precursor, or catalyst for the coming of the antichrist. and while i am not religious in that way, i often think back to the apparent clarity and foresight she had in making that claim.[close]
Many Christians, especially evangelical Christians, have this weird obsession with the apocalypse. It isn’t discussed as frequently as Christian morals or values, because it is much more vague. As I understand it the Bible contains quite a few stories about how the world will end. The gist:
The Apocalypse – the end of the world - Salvation in Christianity ...According to Christianity, the world ends with the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, marking the final judgment, the defeat of evil, and the creation of a new heaven and earth. This apocalyptic event, often linked to prophecies in Revelation, involves tribulations, the battle of Armageddon, and the establishment of God's eternal kingdom.
Basically the world needs to end first for Christ to come back and the forces of evil or chaos will bring that about (the anti-christ). So basically anything that you as a Christian feel is chaotic or against god‘s Devine order can be the anti-christ: trans kids, weird art at the Olympic Opening ceremony, a black president etc. can all be interpreted as signs of the anti-christ.
It‘s basically Christian fascism.[close]
I don’t know about that last paragraph, but mostly what you’re describing is dispensational eschatology which is where the Rapture and Left Behind books get their Dan Brown view of religion. You’re correct it’s mostly an evangelical thing. I took Biblical Literature classes at Christian college and my NT class proved as much as you could that Revelation/Antichrist were coded warnings about Roman Emperors since John was writing from prison. 666 is gematria for NeroCaesar in Greek (adding up all the greek letter values gets you that number) and the footnote “or 616” refers to those same values in Latin (may have the languages skipped. The death of the Antichrist and its return has clues that signal pretty strongly John’s referencing Domition who many saw as the return of Nero (literally and bc of his cruelty) and the book is full of warnings (for then) present-day Christians and not some treasure hunt for people 2000 years from now as the final chapter of a book they had no idea would ever exist or be apart of.
I’d say most normal Christian’s ideas of the end of times are just absorbed culturally and they might not necessarily believe it . Second Coming is likely something the know and the phrase Armageddon is known but not that it references a specific battle. Antichrist probably has more of a horror movie thought to it than as some actual figure coming to presage the end of times because I would say the average Christian doesn’t really put much thought into the whole thing
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotetrump is legit the anti-christ and I'm an atheist[close]
back when obama was running for office i was talking with a friend of mine who is really entrenched in esoteric biblical lore. i mentioned how i was seeing a surge in claims that obama was the antichrist, and she matter of factly said, “no, obama is the predecessor to the antichrist”. i sort of interpreted it as meaning he was the precursor, or catalyst for the coming of the antichrist. and while i am not religious in that way, i often think back to the apparent clarity and foresight she had in making that claim.[close]
Many Christians, especially evangelical Christians, have this weird obsession with the apocalypse. It isn’t discussed as frequently as Christian morals or values, because it is much more vague. As I understand it the Bible contains quite a few stories about how the world will end. The gist:
The Apocalypse – the end of the world - Salvation in Christianity ...According to Christianity, the world ends with the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, marking the final judgment, the defeat of evil, and the creation of a new heaven and earth. This apocalyptic event, often linked to prophecies in Revelation, involves tribulations, the battle of Armageddon, and the establishment of God's eternal kingdom.
Basically the world needs to end first for Christ to come back and the forces of evil or chaos will bring that about (the anti-christ). So basically anything that you as a Christian feel is chaotic or against god‘s Devine order can be the anti-christ: trans kids, weird art at the Olympic Opening ceremony, a black president etc. can all be interpreted as signs of the anti-christ.
It‘s basically Christian fascism.[close]
I don’t know about that last paragraph, but mostly what you’re describing is dispensational eschatology which is where the Rapture and Left Behind books get their Dan Brown view of religion. You’re correct it’s mostly an evangelical thing. I took Biblical Literature classes at Christian college and my NT class proved as much as you could that Revelation/Antichrist were coded warnings about Roman Emperors since John was writing from prison. 666 is gematria for NeroCaesar in Greek (adding up all the greek letter values gets you that number) and the footnote “or 616” refers to those same values in Latin (may have the languages skipped. The death of the Antichrist and its return has clues that signal pretty strongly John’s referencing Domition who many saw as the return of Nero (literally and bc of his cruelty) and the book is full of warnings (for then) present-day Christians and not some treasure hunt for people 2000 years from now as the final chapter of a book they had no idea would ever exist or be apart of.
I’d say most normal Christian’s ideas of the end of times are just absorbed culturally and they might not necessarily believe it . Second Coming is likely something the know and the phrase Armageddon is known but not that it references a specific battle. Antichrist probably has more of a horror movie thought to it than as some actual figure coming to presage the end of times because I would say the average Christian doesn’t really put much thought into the whole thing[close]
Thanks. You obviously know more about Christianity than me.
Why I have called it Christian fascism:
Psychologically fascism is fairly simple. It is an extreme hatred and physical disgust of “the other“ and of things that are assumed to be chaotic.
This applies to internal and external forces. You also repress your own inner chaos by using extreme discipline and projecting chaos on those things that you do not understand. To become a real traditional man you literally have to “Conquer you inner Bitch“. You have to fight your “female side“ (you know those annoying soft feelings that make you feel vulnerable).
So at the same time in Society a strong order and hierarchies are seen as the only thing that can save us from the ever increasing chaos that is always threatening us and the natural order. To right wing American Christians the natural order is usually assumed to be traditional white evangelical Christianity (White America as the city upon a hill, as the promised land) and anything that threatens this order is the anti-christ or a sign of the anti-christ. At the same time there seems to be a weird desire for chaos and the apocalypse so Christ can finally return and re-establish this Devine order.
This connects perfectly to Trumps political strategy, which is always to cause chaos and at the same time to present himself as the strongman, who is the only force the can return order. That’s why they are doing the ice raids, that’s why they did DOGE and that’s why they are constantly flooding the zone with shit, while trying to always expand the power of the president. It is a deliberate strategy.
To many rightwing Christians Trump IS Christ, because he represents all their hopes of “returning“ to the natural order (a white America without all the weird LGBTQ stuff and with Christian family values) they so desire. He fights the evil forces of the anti-christ for them.
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im not a god botherer but this article freaked me out with the paralels
https://www.benjaminlcorey.com/could-american-evangelicals-spot-the-antichrist-heres-the-biblical-predictions/
Expand QuoteExpand Quotetrump is legit the anti-christ and I'm an atheist[close]
im not a god botherer but this article freaked me out with the paralels
https://www.benjaminlcorey.com/could-american-evangelicals-spot-the-antichrist-heres-the-biblical-predictions/[close]
Wow! That’s uncanny.
People vote for shit and it’s deemed unlawful. Governors and AGs in red states pass redistricting measures without voters’ approval, and it’s considered legal. If the vote is ever in Republicans’ favor, the party of “law and order” would never contest it regardless of how many laws are broken. Anyone who thinks America is a democracy is a fucking idiot.
Republicans in the oversight committee want to pardon Ghislane Maxwell.
How the fuck is that even on the table?!
In her interview, Maxwell said she “absolutely never” saw Trump behave inappropriately with anyone in Epstein’s circle and praised the president for his “extraordinary achievement in becoming the president now.” She also said she “liked him.”She lied throughout her trials/hearings and repeatedly plead the 5th but this is apparently the truth which has nothing to do with getting a pardon…
Trying to watch the Timberwolves games and learned that another person tried to kill Trump…would really like to watch this Timberwolves game.
Expand QuoteTrying to watch the Timberwolves games and learned that another person tried to kill Trump…would really like to watch this Timberwolves game.[close]
Fucking DC is 1-2 with these things, only managed to get the best president and leave the worst two
What’s crazy about all these attempts is I would have expected this kind of shit under Obama bc of all the racists, but maybe they were just a lot better at preventing shit then
Another fake attempt
You guys believe this shit? More staged theatrical bullshit from the Pedo in Chief. How do you fall for this shit?
Expand QuoteAnother fake attempt[close]Expand QuoteYou guys believe this shit? More staged theatrical bullshit from the Pedo in Chief. How do you fall for this shit?[close]
It could be but you are basing this on what?
Not useful to jump straight to conspiracy mode, so soon.
You guys believe this shit? More staged theatrical bullshit from the Pedo in Chief. How do you fall for this shit?
None of the Twitter grifters expressed concern for Trump. The regurgitated message was that the ballroom needs to be built to prevent this from happening again.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAnother fake attempt[close]Expand QuoteYou guys believe this shit? More staged theatrical bullshit from the Pedo in Chief. How do you fall for this shit?[close]
It could be but you are basing this on what?
Not useful to jump straight to conspiracy mode, so soon.[close]
True, but it does seem incredibly convenient given his desire to make that gaudy ballroom.
If you think it is fake don't explain just the time from check-in at the Hilton to being tackled a floor away from the ballroom, explain the last 7 years and the next 10 years. I don't see how it adds up. Much easier to believe sad dude thinks he is going to change history with a really stupid plan and gets arrested not even on the same floor as his target.
@AnimalChinaski79 answer this bit thoughExpand QuoteIf you think it is fake don't explain just the time from check-in at the Hilton to being tackled a floor away from the ballroom, explain the last 7 years and the next 10 years. I don't see how it adds up. Much easier to believe sad dude thinks he is going to change history with a really stupid plan and gets arrested not even on the same floor as his target.[close]
Ok, for those who think this is fake, please walk me through how this was all set up.
Walk me through how they recruited him to give up his entire life for Trump without anyone else knowing. Or walk me through how this was planned out for over a decade, from the the sad steam game, working at the test prep center for years, to what happens now? He pretends to go to prison but really gets to spend the rest of his life hanging out on Epstein Island?
If you think it is fake don't explain just the time from check-in at the Hilton to being tackled a floor away from the ballroom, explain the last 7 years and the next 10 years. I don't see how it adds up. Much easier to believe sad dude thinks he is going to change history with a really stupid plan and gets arrested not even on the same floor as his target.
This pretty much sums up that little Nazi troll perfectly:
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y0HXcszD/IMG-6795.png) (https://postimg.cc/MM90Vt41)
Nothing wrong with using your pregnant wife as a shield while copping a feel in the process.
IRAN, look how easy it would be to take out our government leaders! Open fucking season!
BasicallyExpand QuoteOk, for those who think this is fake, please walk me through how this was all set up.
Walk me through how they recruited him to give up his entire life for Trump without anyone else knowing. Or walk me through how this was planned out for over a decade, from the the sad steam game, working at the test prep center for years, to what happens now? He pretends to go to prison but really gets to spend the rest of his life hanging out on Epstein Island?
If you think it is fake don't explain just the time from check-in at the Hilton to being tackled a floor away from the ballroom, explain the last 7 years and the next 10 years. I don't see how it adds up. Much easier to believe sad dude thinks he is going to change history with a really stupid plan and gets arrested not even on the same floor as his target.[close]
I think (like the guys who got arrested for the MI gov kidnapping plot) you have government people egging people who fit a profile
http://youtu.be/LqwJFuntco4?si=xfO0_Ha_UtAM7a2r
Back In 2002 if you said that Iraq dont has mass destruction weapons you could been called conspiracionist. Bush lied for USA to take down Saddam, but in early 2000s americans would say: "he is your president, he dont lie".
It is becoming common knowledge that American government had a hand in the September 11 attacks, because there are some really strange facts which are not easily explained, such as the increase in insurance by the WTC CEO. The fact that he was not in the building on the day of the attack etc.
Regarding the attack on Trump, everyone is free to believe what they want. But if it were a white man trying to enter the hall armed, it would be more acceptable. However, for a black man with Muslim traces to easily enter armed is madness.
Expand QuoteThis pretty much sums up that little Nazi troll perfectly:
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Nothing wrong with using your pregnant wife as a shield while copping a feel in the process.
IRAN, look how easy it would be to take out our government leaders! Open fucking season![close]
is that photoshopped or does he really have a baby hand? nazi ass baby hand piece of shit if you ask me.
Expand QuoteThis pretty much sums up that little Nazi troll perfectly:
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Nothing wrong with using your pregnant wife as a shield while copping a feel in the process.
IRAN, look how easy it would be to take out our government leaders! Open fucking season![close]
is that photoshopped or does he really have a baby hand? nazi ass baby hand piece of shit if you ask me.
The CEO never missed breakfast except that day due to a doctor’s appointment. That and the insurance policy a couple months prior to the attack is what fuels the conspiracies.
The CEO not being there is par for the course. The US president barely spends time at the White House and the rare occasion my CEO comes into one of the buildings, it makes our news feed. Only the rank and file have to RTO.
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Someone said “emotional support titty” on IG and I can’t get that out of my mind.The CEO never missed breakfast except that day due to a doctor’s appointment. That and the insurance policy a couple months prior to the attack is what fuels the conspiracies.Expand Quote
The CEO not being there is par for the course. The US president barely spends time at the White House and the rare occasion my CEO comes into one of the buildings, it makes our news feed. Only the rank and file have to RTO.[close]
I doubt the US sponsored the attack. There was just a lot of incompetence and opportunism from the Bush administration prior to the attack and during the war.
I don’t know about the part about Israel withholding information to get the US to attack their perceived enemies. There were those Israelis that posed as art students who bugged and mapped the buildings of intelligence agencies. That is documented, but I don’t think there’s any proof of people rigging explosives in either of the WTC buildings, despite videos being posted about it. Netanyahu was another opportunist that used the attacks to expand meddling in the Middle East, and claimed that there would be a ripple effect of peace by overthrowing the governments of Afghanistan and Iraq. Why does anyone still listen to that asshole?
RIP Voting Rights Act.
All the people who voted as a single-issue voter (abortion) for Trump all those times are responsible for the literal dismantling of the democracy of this country.
And so many of them celebrate the ability of red states to just redraw lines to add GOP seats while failing to see the irony of them protesting blue states putting up new distract maps to a vote.
Expand QuoteRIP Voting Rights Act.
All the people who voted as a single-issue voter (abortion) for Trump all those times are responsible for the literal dismantling of the democracy of this country.
And so many of them celebrate the ability of red states to just redraw lines to add GOP seats while failing to see the irony of them protesting blue states putting up new distract maps to a vote.[close]
Yup. Love the fact that they went with ‘the entirety of the voting period’ as justification when they’ve always said it only counts on Election Day for literally everything else.
(https://i.ibb.co/N6SYr68y/IMG-0172.jpg) (https://ibb.co/FbV7XbSD)You really think anyone that visits this thread is going to spend two hours of their free time watching a guy who pushed the “great replacement” when there’s constantly new parts and videos from skateboarders? That’s like 20 parts or 2-4 videos.
In no way am I advocating for the NYT, but maybe you should work there.
Even if Tucker started to speak like a true democratic socialist I couldn’t listen to him for that long. I cannot stand his voice and manner of speaking. He’s also an incredibly ignorant and stupid person.
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Yes, it seems like he’s positioning himself for a world after Trump. Trump is turning 80 soon.
A JD Vance/Tucker presidency would be horrible.
And he’ll be running for president in 2028
Cheers, you keep that algorithm in tact: the one manufactured with your best interest in mind.Settle down tim pool
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Cheers, you keep that algorithm in tact: the one manufactured with your best interest in mind.
;)
Is the war back on?It never stopped, and the ceasefire was purely so US/Israel could restock weapons. Republicans call it a skirmish or conflict and Israel never stopped attacking its neighbors. Trump is trying to control the strait, but the Iranian government said that their boats weren’t hit. If I had to choose between the Iranian government and a pathological-lying pedophile, I would believe Iran.
Missile strikes, Korean boat on fire, and Iranian boats hit, but no real market reaction yet. After hours NQ=F (Nasdaq 100) is up and so is YM=F (DOW).
So, if Hantavirus becomes another outbreak in the US — which it will because Trump gutted the CDC, removed us from WHO, and put Mr. Brain Worms in charge of surveying pandemics — what kind of hobbies are you going to get into?
I might build a mini ramp in my garage so I can still skate as well as learn to garden.
LOL. I have a good feeling that Juul and Altria were some of the "private donors" to Trump's ballroom.Meanwhile, LA can't have menthol anymore. The fact that FDA of all agencies approved fruit flavored vapes reads like a fucking Onion article. Trump started this whole fruit flavored ban back in the first administration when some youts got sick from some bootleg cannabis vape oil and turned that into all flavored vapes were on purpose trying to hook and kill the teenage user base ASAP
https://abc7chicago.com/post/fda-authorizes-fruit-flavored-cigarettes-adults-major-shift-president-donald-trump/19052208/
Glad he's working hard to make sure people can get mango flavored vapes rather than, you know, finding out ways to bring down prices and prevent US soldiers from being killed.
Meanwhile, LA can't have menthol anymore. The fact that FDA of all agencies approved fruit flavored vapes reads like a fucking Onion article. Trump started this whole fruit flavored ban back in the first administration when some youts got sick from some bootleg cannabis vape oil and turned that into all flavored vapes were on purpose trying to hook and kill the teenage user base ASAPExpand QuoteLOL. I have a good feeling that Juul and Altria were some of the "private donors" to Trump's ballroom.
https://abc7chicago.com/post/fda-authorizes-fruit-flavored-cigarettes-adults-major-shift-president-donald-trump/19052208/
Glad he's working hard to make sure people can get mango flavored vapes rather than, you know, finding out ways to bring down prices and prevent US soldiers from being killed.[close]
Lol at his supporters losing that 100$ deposit for their trump phones theyre never gonna get
Expand QuoteMeanwhile, LA can't have menthol anymore. The fact that FDA of all agencies approved fruit flavored vapes reads like a fucking Onion article. Trump started this whole fruit flavored ban back in the first administration when some youts got sick from some bootleg cannabis vape oil and turned that into all flavored vapes were on purpose trying to hook and kill the teenage user base ASAPExpand QuoteLOL. I have a good feeling that Juul and Altria were some of the "private donors" to Trump's ballroom.
https://abc7chicago.com/post/fda-authorizes-fruit-flavored-cigarettes-adults-major-shift-president-donald-trump/19052208/
Glad he's working hard to make sure people can get mango flavored vapes rather than, you know, finding out ways to bring down prices and prevent US soldiers from being killed.[close][close]
His Chief of Staff, Susie Wiles’ tobacco industry friends/donors visited the White House right before Trump decided to pressure the FDA to allow mango and blueberry vapes.
Quite the coincidence, right?
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...America Last
Anyone see the statement about domestic terrorists the other day?https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/new-counterterror-strategy-eyes-tucker
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...America Last[close]
There needs to be an asterisk with the Americans part.
*unless they’re my billionaire donors or paying me.
Anyone see the statement about domestic terrorists the other day?
I read about both of those but he does and says so much fucked up shit, I’m getting kind of desensitized. We pay taxes that either go into the pockets of billionaires or towards bombing people overseas. At the same time, law enforcement executes people for fun while American media bitches about China and Iran violating human rights.Expand QuoteAnyone see the statement about domestic terrorists the other day?[close]
Is that the one where he declared anyone that's gay, a leftist, aka non-MAGA will be labeled as a domestic terrorist? Then yea, he's been ranting about it for years.
Also, anyone see that he's stopping $1.3B in medicare from CA because of "suspected fraud?" Always suspected and never confirmed. And it's always blue states.
These are all ghouls. There's a bill on the ballot in California that would temporarily add a half cent sales tax to make up for the BBB shortfalls. It's likely to pass. So just in time for CA to not have to make painful cuts oh wow there's fraud who found that your little dipshit mormon kid? How's his Pulitzer coming?I read about both of those but he does and says so much fucked up shit, I’m getting kind of desensitized. We pay taxes that either go into the pockets of billionaires or towards bombing people overseas. At the same time, law enforcement executes people for fun while American media bitches about China and Iran violating human rights.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAnyone see the statement about domestic terrorists the other day?[close]
Is that the one where he declared anyone that's gay, a leftist, aka non-MAGA will be labeled as a domestic terrorist? Then yea, he's been ranting about it for years.
Also, anyone see that he's stopping $1.3B in medicare from CA because of "suspected fraud?" Always suspected and never confirmed. And it's always blue states.[close]
I can't see how this is good for democracy in anyway. Break the law? Attack the capitol? No big deal, we'll pay you to do so.
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Expand QuoteI can't see how this is good for democracy in anyway. Break the law? Attack the capitol? No big deal, we'll pay you to do so.
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It's also: be trans and/or oppose fascism, we'll label and charge you as a domestic terrorist.
Also, it's not good for Democracy, it's good for Trump. He's building a loyal base who will be willing to fight and die for HIM, not for the country. He's shown time and time again, he rewards loyalty.
So should Dems take the midterms and want to impeach him and/or try him for the Epstein files, he has a MAGA army that will be willing to kill in his name.
I highly doubt any of those Jan. 6th traitors will see any actual dime from this, I'm sure it will all be siphoned off to shell corporations and corrupt law firms linked to Trump and his cronies...
America is seriously toast...
Trump just came to an agreement with the acting AG, Todd Blanche, that Trump and any family/friend/business associated with Trump is barred from being investigated by the IRS.People decided twice that they would rather have the most corrupt, fascist regime over a female president.
Fucking hell. Straight up corruption in real time all up in our faces.
Anyone who "both sides" this topic deserves to be credit carded when attempting their next ollie.
Trump just came to an agreement with the acting AG, Todd Blanche, that Trump and any family/friend/business associated with Trump is barred from being investigated by the IRS.
Fucking hell. Straight up corruption in real time all up in our faces.
Anyone who "both sides" this topic deserves to be credit carded when attempting their next ollie.
The end of America, how ling before he purposes renaming it
big ass titties.could we get some more information regarding this part of the post
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Bye bye Tulsi Gabbard, I wonder which dipshit Fox News anchor will replace you?
What a celebration for America.
We wasted 14 million dollars turning the reflecting pool even more green.
We had a fight sponsored by Brawndo on the White House lawn. Remember when people we angry about Tony Hawk riding his skateboarding in the White House?
https://abcnews.com/Politics/story?id=7890671&page=1
Adding to the above nonsense, a Trump child tried cheating betting on the event (cause they can't ever have enough or not cheat).
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jun/15/eric-trump-white-house-ufc-fight
Iran gets 300 billion in investments thanks to Trump. Remember when Obama was criticized as treasonous for paying a "ransom" to terrorists for unfreezing 1.7 billion in assets?
https://financialservices.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400998
From Bernie's substack --
Incredibly, since Trump was elected on November 5, 2024, these 7 men, all Big Tech Oligarchs, have become more than $1.5 trillion richer and are now collectively worth over $2.8 trillion. Meanwhile, we have the highest rate of childhood poverty of any other wealthy nation, young adults have a lower standard of living than their parents and over 20% of our seniors are trying to survive on an annual income of $15,000 a year or less.
Yes. We are living in an oligarchy.
A Good Day for Trump’s Friends:
Yesterday, Elon Musk, the richest man in the world, got $164.8 billion richer and is now worth $1.4 trillion. He’s worth $1.1 trillion more than on Election Day.
Yesterday, Larry Page, the second wealthiest man in the world, gained $7.61 billion in wealth and is now worth $314 billion. He’s worth $161 billion more than on Election Day.
Yesterday, Sergey Brin, the third richest man in the world, got $7.01 billion richer and is now worth $292 billion. He’s worth $148 billion more than on Election Day.
Yesterday, Jeff Bezos, the fourth richest man in the world, gained $6.96 billion in wealth and is now worth $267 billion. He’s worth $46 billion more than on Election Day.
Yesterday, Larry Ellison, the fifth wealthiest man in the world, gained $8.92 billion in wealth and is now worth $247 billion. He’s worth $63 billion more than on Election Day.
Yesterday, Michael Dell, the sixth richest man in the world, got $5.86 billion richer and is now worth $218 billion. He’s worth $101 billion more than on Election Day.
Yesterday, Mark Zuckerberg, the seventh richest man in the world, gained $9.16 billion in wealth and is now worth $211 billion. He’s worth $8 billion more than on Election Day.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said it best: “Call it democracy or call it democratic socialism, but there must be a better distribution of wealth within this country for all of God’s children.”