Yellow journalism is a style of writing used to entertain. It distorts, sensationalizes, and exploits information to attract readers. It appeals to our lowest instincts.
Flags or banners with a blue star were first flown by families in WW1. The number of stars represented every immediate family member serving in combat. If someone died the blue sta... moreFlags or banners with a blue star were first flown by families in WW1. The number of stars represented every immediate family member serving in combat. If someone died the blue star was replaced with a GOLD STAR.
In 1947 Congress approved the use of the GOLD STAR lapel button. They may be worn only by immediate family members of the fallen. So they are a long tradition in the American military. And usually revered, honored and appreciated by Americans who understand the significance of them.
If we were being well informed, the media would put all this garbage out about Trump and Hillary 24/7. It feels we are getting our news from "The National Enquirer". This is called... moreIf we were being well informed, the media would put all this garbage out about Trump and Hillary 24/7. It feels we are getting our news from "The National Enquirer". This is called "yellow journalism". Created to entertain, not inform.
Frankly, as a writer, I'm getting tired of it. I long for regular, boring, true news.
Seems every news outlet carries one story after another, and some stories are not even important. It's like "Donald Trump had a McDonald's hamburger". So what? Anybody can have one... moreSeems every news outlet carries one story after another, and some stories are not even important. It's like "Donald Trump had a McDonald's hamburger". So what? Anybody can have one too. Is that important news? It's overkill!
There is no change in the MO of the Trump campaign. No smoothing out of the rough edges. No progress or learning is evident . The way it began is the way it is going to finish. Un... moreThere is no change in the MO of the Trump campaign. No smoothing out of the rough edges. No progress or learning is evident . The way it began is the way it is going to finish. Unpredictable. A baby crawls, walks hesitantly, then runs. This campaign is still a crawling baby. Stunted growth. Maybe it's the diet they have chosen to follow. What caused it?
But if you’re feeling down “god forbid” they either get annoyed with you for not being your usually bubbly self or keep their distance until they think your better.
The facade of illusion has been breached. The Trump family may never recover from it. All these tracks that Trump has left will be remembered because they are on video/audio and in... moreThe facade of illusion has been breached. The Trump family may never recover from it. All these tracks that Trump has left will be remembered because they are on video/audio and in writing and that is a pity since so much of it is hurtful and harmful and demeaning. That is now part of the Trump legacy. I think someone who loves him should get him off the stage. It is only going to get worse. Does anyone love him enough to do that for him?
It cannot easily be controlled. It affects males 3-4 times as often as it does females. You might repeatedly blink your eyes, shrug your shoulders or BLURT OUT unusual sounds or OF... moreIt cannot easily be controlled. It affects males 3-4 times as often as it does females. You might repeatedly blink your eyes, shrug your shoulders or BLURT OUT unusual sounds or OFFENSIVE WORDS. There is no cure but treatment is available. Someone with Tourette's is not in control. If you are not in control then you are not to blame. Right? The disease controls you. Why would anyone attack a person who is not responsible for what comes out of his/her mouth? The disease is the culprit. The person who has the disease is merely the vehicle and is being driven by it, not driving it. less
The life of a species is about 100,000 years. Humans, the smartest species, are working on destroying themselves and the planet, so would it be better if we weren't so smart?
You see that is the mindset behind the refusal to apologize. The person is unable to control what he says but feels no need to do so since what he says needs to be said because he... moreYou see that is the mindset behind the refusal to apologize. The person is unable to control what he says but feels no need to do so since what he says needs to be said because he has never been wrong about anything. The problem isn't him. The problem is the people who don't agree with him. Therefore it is his mission to make then understand and he cannot stop trying to do that . There is no one more determined to convince you of the rightness of his/her view than the indignant/self-righteous/warrior who feels misunderstood/maligned/dismissed. He cannot stop. He cannot help it. He is powerless. He is not in control. less
Madison, John Q. Adams and Pierce suffered from depression, as did Lincoln
Jefferson, Grant, Coolidge all had Social Phobia
Wilson had General Anxiety Disorder
Other world leader... moreMadison, John Q. Adams and Pierce suffered from depression, as did Lincoln
Jefferson, Grant, Coolidge all had Social Phobia
Wilson had General Anxiety Disorder
Other world leaders functioned with the following mental illnesses
John Curtain, Australian PM had Bipolar disease as did Winston Churchill
Stalin had Narcissistic Personality Disorder, was Paranoid and Manic Depressive (bipolar)
Herman Goring had Antisocial Personality Disorder, Narcissistic PD , Morphine Addiction and depression
Heinrich Himmler had Narcissistic PD and Severe Attachment Disorder
Hitler was bipolar and had methamphetamine addiction
Pol Pot, Cambodian Dictator/Mass Murderer had Narcissistic PD, was Paranoid and a Sociopath
Paul Deschanel, French prez was Schizophrenic
Napoleon had Narcissistic PD and was a Megalomaniac less
Since they claim they are the ones which are creating the jobs, but aren't those who have to pay them also creating jobs and doing important things for the economy?
"The simple fact is that Trump is the only Republican Clinton can beat and Clinton is the only Democrat Trump can beat."
- Chris Cilizza, Washington Post
Isn't it uplifting knowing that Rush Limbaugh, despite the urgings of his hate-filled self-serving critics, will stay on the air for another 4-year contract?
The partying is on at our neighborhood. It will fun meeting people from down the block I don't know. I do know 6 houses of neighbors. But there is more. We're bringing food and dri... moreThe partying is on at our neighborhood. It will fun meeting people from down the block I don't know. I do know 6 houses of neighbors. But there is more. We're bringing food and drinks to party. Are you doing anything?
It's a HORRIBLE psychological disability. It slowly takes over the mind of anyone it inflicts! If you're suffering from TRUMP Obsession Disorder, seek professional help immediately!
"In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last TRUMP: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be change... more1st Corinthians 15:52:
"In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last TRUMP: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed."--emphasis mine
For a man with the IQ of an Indian River grapefruit and the EQ of a ten year old, you'd think people could/would easily discount the man--but alas, he seems to have captured the ob... moreFor a man with the IQ of an Indian River grapefruit and the EQ of a ten year old, you'd think people could/would easily discount the man--but alas, he seems to have captured the obsessive attention of just about everyone. As Andy Rooney would say...
Muhaddin Mire, a paranoid schizophrenic, claiming to be a Muslim terrorist, tried to behead Lyle Zimmerman, a Jewish American who has lived in Britain for 15 years, on the London t... moreMuhaddin Mire, a paranoid schizophrenic, claiming to be a Muslim terrorist, tried to behead Lyle Zimmerman, a Jewish American who has lived in Britain for 15 years, on the London tube on December 5th. last year. Zimmerman believes our gun control saved his life. So when will other Americans get the message on gun control?
http://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/uk/kicked-unconscious-his-head-almost-cut-off-it-s-bizarre-how-untraumatised-i-feel-1.2720270
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-36944250