According to RCP's Alexis Simendinger, the private view inside the White House is that Trump needs all the help he can get while rocketing from private businessman to leader of the... moreAccording to RCP's Alexis Simendinger, the private view inside the White House is that Trump needs all the help he can get while rocketing from private businessman to leader of the free world. In interviews and exchanges with reporters, Obama has diplomatically suggested that Trump’s learning curve is steep, but he has commended him as practical and not ideological.
Go hang out in a bar in a working class town, where the factories have moved to Mexico or China, where half the storefronts on Main Street are shuttered and a way of life that was ... moreGo hang out in a bar in a working class town, where the factories have moved to Mexico or China, where half the storefronts on Main Street are shuttered and a way of life that was once valued is ruined. What was once FDR country is now Trump country.
The behavior of Jill Stein, who has filed in Wisconsin for a recount of votes cast in the presidential election, and who plans to pursue recounts in Michigan and Pennsylvania as we... moreThe behavior of Jill Stein, who has filed in Wisconsin for a recount of votes cast in the presidential election, and who plans to pursue recounts in Michigan and Pennsylvania as well, has been frustrating; that of Hillary Clinton, who joined the effort, human but disappointing; and that of Donald Trump, outrageous and destructive. The recount business has not brought out the best in anybody, and in Trump it has brought out the worst: in a series of tweets, he alleged that millions of votes were fraudulent, enough to cost him the popular vote.But none of this is going to produce any change in the results of the election.This is not Al Gore losing Florida by fewer than 1,000 votes in 2000. Trump won Michigan by about 20,000 votes, Pennsylvania by 70,000, and Wisconsin by 30,000. And it is worth noting that Stein won enough votes in Michigan and Wisconsin to account for Clinton’s losses there. Her Wisconsin application lists a number of reasons for a recount, most of which are paraphrases of a single tho... less
In addition to Donald Trump's win, establishment Republicans actually outperformed him in down-ballot races across the country. In the crucial swing states of Florida and Ohio, Sen... moreIn addition to Donald Trump's win, establishment Republicans actually outperformed him in down-ballot races across the country. In the crucial swing states of Florida and Ohio, Senators Marco Rubio and Rob Portman both doubled Trump's margin in their victories. Even more bad numbers to be considered are the GOP won 21 Senate seats to the Democrats' 12, took control of 33 governorships to the Dems' 15, and took 240 House seats to 194 that went Democratic. Republicans have won House control in four straight elections and 10 of the last 12 - regardless of the fate of their presidential nominees. All sobering numbers - right down to the grass roots. less
Wouldn't that be conflict of interest? The Executive Branch should work separately from the legislative branch, so what if Trump decided he could fire his Secretary of State for on... moreWouldn't that be conflict of interest? The Executive Branch should work separately from the legislative branch, so what if Trump decided he could fire his Secretary of State for one reason or other and try to force the Majority Leader to lead the vote in the senate---or fire his wife. This is just an example, but there could be other problems concerning his wife.
Only with Tory Belleci, Kari Byron and Grant Imahara. Not the other two guys.http://www.polygon.com/2016/11/28/13765568/mythbusters-netflix-series-trailer
Hello:His lock her up stuff was just to get elected. But, it's clear to me that his supporters actually BELIEVE she was protected, and absolutely BELIEVE she should be in jai... moreHello:His lock her up stuff was just to get elected. But, it's clear to me that his supporters actually BELIEVE she was protected, and absolutely BELIEVE she should be in jail.. If Trump lets her go too, isn't HE just as corrupt???Or can he do no wrong?excon
Now I am not saying anything is or isnt so here.. just postulating and thinking.. about America's new found cosiness with their old enemy Russia... and it's only under Trump that t... moreNow I am not saying anything is or isnt so here.. just postulating and thinking.. about America's new found cosiness with their old enemy Russia... and it's only under Trump that this is possible apparently according to the Russians.. and we know Russia supported Trump, wanted him to win so much that they tried, (and maybe suceeded) to rig the elections.. And we are told that it was Russians that leaked the emails that set Clinton back under investigation... at a time funny enough when it would most damage her campaign. . Why isnt anyone asking HOW the Russians got the emails in the first place.. IF they did.. if they didn't make it up....SO all this is puzzling me.. trying to understand it all and make sense of it... So just an idea, no accusations of course.. but I am finding it very strange - why do the Russians specifically want Trump.... why are they supporting him...will there be repercussions for America.... less
Hello:They say that Trump NEEDS the Secretary of Defense to sign off BEFORE he shoots.. But, if MISSILES are IN the air, Trump only has 9 minutes to shoot or not. Do yo... moreHello:They say that Trump NEEDS the Secretary of Defense to sign off BEFORE he shoots.. But, if MISSILES are IN the air, Trump only has 9 minutes to shoot or not. Do you think he has time to find the Secretary of Defense??? The missiles will BE here in 30 minutes. I think you're telling me that we're gonna be DESTROYED while the president looks for the Secretary of Defense.. Is THAT what you're telling me??? excon
I believe some countries do not allow the people to access the internet. So no Twitter either then. News is spoon-fed over the government network. No phones? Confiscate... moreI believe some countries do not allow the people to access the internet. So no Twitter either then. News is spoon-fed over the government network. No phones? Confiscate all books from which the people could get dangerous ideas. Close movie theaters. No plays/little theater. Radio is allowed with all programming emanating from government sources. Mostly propaganda that is government-friendly but some music is allowed as long as it doesn't fire people up, excite them, energize them. No knowledge of what is going on in the world. No need. Nationalism has its value and isolation is one of them. The national slogan will be "Ignorance is bliss". less
What choice did they have? Either roll over and join the others or be on the outs and vilified and probably lose your job. The ones who always LOVED Trump are not collaborators. He... moreWhat choice did they have? Either roll over and join the others or be on the outs and vilified and probably lose your job. The ones who always LOVED Trump are not collaborators. He always owned THEM from the start. It's the ones who badmouthed him and insulted him who are now accepting crumbs from him who definitely are Collaborators. Saving one's career at all costs is important to some people. Honor/integrity is more important to others. You pays your money and makes your choice. Right?
Hello:Welcome to LA LA Land, where the right wing SCREAMS lock her up, and she's never been convicted of ANYTHING, and we have Petraeus, who is ON probation for mishandling classif... moreHello:Welcome to LA LA Land, where the right wing SCREAMS lock her up, and she's never been convicted of ANYTHING, and we have Petraeus, who is ON probation for mishandling classified data, is being considered for Secretary of State...Will someone wake me when it's over??excon
If the "government" decides it is in the best interests of the country for citizens to relinquish some of the rights they've been used to for the good of the public/safety of the n... moreIf the "government" decides it is in the best interests of the country for citizens to relinquish some of the rights they've been used to for the good of the public/safety of the nation would you fight to keep them/argue on behalf of them or simply let go of what you were used to "in the best interests of the country" because you trust what your president wishes to do? Why?
US had the Underground Railway which was a network of secret routes and safe houses used by slaves to escape to free states and Canada. They were aided by abolitionists and allies ... moreUS had the Underground Railway which was a network of secret routes and safe houses used by slaves to escape to free states and Canada. They were aided by abolitionists and allies who were sympathetic to their cause. Underground Railway to fight the grave injustice/inhumanity of slavery. Worked.Makes for an inspiring story doesn't it? How those who didn't approve of what was being done to some of their fellow countrymen banded together to find a way to work against the tyranny and the tyrants.
He knows more than the generals. Only he knows how to fix everything. So what are all those folks gonna do besides draw a salary and get a lot of government benefits? Does he... moreHe knows more than the generals. Only he knows how to fix everything. So what are all those folks gonna do besides draw a salary and get a lot of government benefits? Does he need window dressing? Why? Seriously folks. Let's let the miracle man show off his stuff. See what he's got? Won't we save hundreds of millions of dollars in wages/insurance costs/benefits? Billions maybe? He doesn't need anyone. Why saddle him with others?
Of course the Clown Prez has the superduper power to annihilate his enemies. There is that. On the other hand we all die sooner or later so speaking out and pointyfingering the clo... moreOf course the Clown Prez has the superduper power to annihilate his enemies. There is that. On the other hand we all die sooner or later so speaking out and pointyfingering the clown at the top of one's lungs may simply hasten one's demise. Will it be worth it? Who knows? What could it hurt to test it?
The only way to make sure that PET only gets good press is by having him control it before anything is released. So the government will take over everything. What he likes gets thr... moreThe only way to make sure that PET only gets good press is by having him control it before anything is released. So the government will take over everything. What he likes gets through. What he doesn't doesn't. The penalty for disobeying? Life in prison. Or worse. Some country's leaders have dissidents disappear. Whether they're murdered or spend life in a dungeon won't matter. He who must be loved by all will be in charge. His minions will do his bidding. How dare they not? He has Russia on his side after all. He will also make sure that his businesses get a cut of everything. Why not? Whatever he does will not be challenged. He will own everything and order whatever he wants done and it will be so. Who is going to stop this Juggernaut from gaining everything he wants? What checks and balances will there be with a Republican Majority in the Senate and a Republican majority in the House and a SCOTUS filled with ALT RIGHT WHITE justices? This is what lies ahead. You didn't know? less
Hello:He's gonna HIRE Sheriff Clark as his Homeland Security guy. Both he and president Trump HATE protesters. They're gonna STOP them. You KNOW it, and I KNOW it... moreHello:He's gonna HIRE Sheriff Clark as his Homeland Security guy. Both he and president Trump HATE protesters. They're gonna STOP them. You KNOW it, and I KNOW it.Welcome to your new country.. I don't think you're gonna LIKE it here.excon
Paranoid PET. He who must be loved by all cannot do the job of watching/listening to everyone himself so he will hire his band of spies to watch us and report back to him who is he... moreParanoid PET. He who must be loved by all cannot do the job of watching/listening to everyone himself so he will hire his band of spies to watch us and report back to him who is he who must be loved by all. He will rid the country of people who dare to criticize him. He is so thin-skinned and thickheaded he will obsess on it and focus on it and demand it of all his subjects. If he wants to strip a citizen of citizenship for burning a symbol like the American flag and further wants to jail the person so long free speech. Bye bye. Have a good life. Hello government news and government TV and government-approved journalists. Like it? less
The flag is a symbol. Is it worth taking away someone's citizenship and putting him/her in jail? Is free speech no longer available to us with PET in charge? I dunno about yo... moreThe flag is a symbol. Is it worth taking away someone's citizenship and putting him/her in jail? Is free speech no longer available to us with PET in charge? I dunno about you but I think PET is way off his rocker. Way off.
Or did she GO ROGUE? If so what will PET do to her for going against him like that without direction/permission? Disloyalty does not please him. Or so he says.
