Partial ListEconomic Growth
4.2 percent growth in the second quarter of 2018.
For the first time in more than a decade, growth is projected to exceed 3 percent over the calendar ye... morePartial ListEconomic Growth
4.2 percent growth in the second quarter of 2018.
For the first time in more than a decade, growth is projected to exceed 3 percent over the calendar year.
Jobs
4 million new jobs have been created since the election, and more than 3.5 million since Trump took office.
More Americans are employed now than ever before in our history.
Jobless claims at lowest level in nearly five decades.
The economy has achieved the longest positive job-growth streak on record.
Job openings are at an all-time high and outnumber job seekers for the first time on record.
Unemployment claims at 50 year low
African-American, Hispanic, and Asian-American unemployment rates have all recently reached record lows.African-American unemployment hit a record low of 5.9 percent in May 2018.
Hispanic unemployment at 4.5 percent.
Asian-American unemployment at record low of 2 percent.
Women’s unemployment recently at lowest rate in nearly 65 years.Female unemployment dropped to 3.6 percent in May 2018, the lowe... less
How are you contributing to the welfare of the country? Spewing hatred and vitriol? What are you accomplishing? Do you feel good about yourself at the end of the day? Do you r... moreHow are you contributing to the welfare of the country? Spewing hatred and vitriol? What are you accomplishing? Do you feel good about yourself at the end of the day? Do you really think it is needed or wanted by normal citizens?
https://fox5sandiego.com/2018/02/22/trumps-note-card-for-parkland-shooting-discussion-i-hear-you/This blows me away. The pictures are not photoshopped and this story can be f... morehttps://fox5sandiego.com/2018/02/22/trumps-note-card-for-parkland-shooting-discussion-i-hear-you/This blows me away. The pictures are not photoshopped and this story can be found at many different sources including Fox News. I would think you would NOT need notes to remind yourself to show compassion.
What I mean is, why do the people who are racists also have to be the ones who deny climate change, not want gun control (assuming they are American), oppose nationalised health ca... moreWhat I mean is, why do the people who are racists also have to be the ones who deny climate change, not want gun control (assuming they are American), oppose nationalised health care, (again, assuming they are American), etcetera. Can't they just believe in some of these ideas, instead of every single one?
So the white supremacists, neo-Nazis and KKK did their murderous thuggery in Charlottsville. Some on this website have tried to claim that the guilty parties were only a minority, ... moreSo the white supremacists, neo-Nazis and KKK did their murderous thuggery in Charlottsville. Some on this website have tried to claim that the guilty parties were only a minority, or that the left were just as bad, agreeing with Trump. The rally was called, Unite the Right. Says it all.
So Trump posted a video on Twitter showing him attacking a guy with CNN on his head, and was accused by some journalists of inciting violence against them. Last week, there was a q... moreSo Trump posted a video on Twitter showing him attacking a guy with CNN on his head, and was accused by some journalists of inciting violence against them. Last week, there was a question on this website (it has been taken down now. I guess something on it must have violated the guidelines.) accusing liberals of trying to incite a civil war in the USA, and giving three tweets as evidence. The first was by comedian Sarah Silverman, and while I forget the names of the other two, they were also comedians and entertainers. I pointed out that the tweets were probably intended to be funny, but the Trump supporters all tried to claim they were genuine attempts to incite violence. So, are Donald's supporters going to tell us he was just trying to be funny? less
I think that those who voted for Trump actually believed that his election, and the "Brexit" vote, would lead to a right-wing ascendancy in the world. Le Pen would get elected in F... moreI think that those who voted for Trump actually believed that his election, and the "Brexit" vote, would lead to a right-wing ascendancy in the world. Le Pen would get elected in France, and so forth. Instead, there has been a backlash, with supporters of liberal, democratic values rising to protest against Trump, and stop anything like that taking hold anywhere else. In other words, Trump has been a gift to liberals, throughout the world.I have avoided using the phrase left-wing in this question, because in my country, it means socialist, and socialism is not liberal. less
Category: Silly Questions. Additional bonus question: Who will make the best question/tweet of the day, and what subject will it be about? vs. Keep it fun and sober.... moreCategory: Silly Questions. Additional bonus question: Who will make the best question/tweet of the day, and what subject will it be about? vs. Keep it fun and sober. It is all in fun banter. ;-)
So now that the American non-partisan Congressional Budget Office has concluded that Trump's American Health Care Act (Trumpcare) would leave 52 million people uninsured, as oppose... moreSo now that the American non-partisan Congressional Budget Office has concluded that Trump's American Health Care Act (Trumpcare) would leave 52 million people uninsured, as opposed to 28 million people under the affordable care act (Obamacare), and both plans involve Americans forking out for private health insurance, will the long-term effect of this be to lead to Americans finally thinking the unthinkable (or so it has been in the USA up to now) and nationalising their health service (what Americans refer to as a single-payer system). How else can you guarantee that no-one goes without health coverage? less
Over 100 people have died of starvation in just 2 days, with millions staring starvation in the eye. In a land of plenty.....can we still claim the high road and ignore this ... moreOver 100 people have died of starvation in just 2 days, with millions staring starvation in the eye. In a land of plenty.....can we still claim the high road and ignore this level of need?http://www.cnn.com/2017/02/20/africa/south-sudan-famine/
http://www.aljazeera.com/news/2017/02/south-sudan-famine-eating-water-lilies-survive-170228050621672.html
http://www.skynews.com.au/news/top-stories/2017/02/28/tens-of-thousands-flee-south-sudan-famine.html
Category: Sweden.Former Foreign Minister Carl Bildt (as a little bonus information, Conservative) made a tweet, maybe to reach out to Trump as it seems being how to reach him, next... moreCategory: Sweden.Former Foreign Minister Carl Bildt (as a little bonus information, Conservative) made a tweet, maybe to reach out to Trump as it seems being how to reach him, next to very badly produced news coverage on Swedish immigration and crime statistics by FOX News. Smh.
This seems highly irresponsible and is doing nothing but irritating many members of his own party and most of the country that is hearing this garbage.WHY would a newly elected pre... moreThis seems highly irresponsible and is doing nothing but irritating many members of his own party and most of the country that is hearing this garbage.WHY would a newly elected president suddenly start yapping about such things when he is already fighting a battle to be taken serious? Is he implying that HE didn't win legitimately? I don't hear the Dems fighting the election results. Is this his way of planting the seeds of hunting down illegal immigrants? I really want to know.I think he's making a big mistake with saying such things without fact. He is the President of the United States and I think he needs to shut it until he has proof. This is going to be a looooooooong four years. less
Those anti-Trump people are starting to scare me. They are crazy. Reacting to things that have not happened. The fake news has worked theminto an insane frenzy.
I admit that I have trouble understanding how anyone I know personally actually touts the wonders of Mr. Trump, even with clear evidence that he is not a nice human being. I ... moreI admit that I have trouble understanding how anyone I know personally actually touts the wonders of Mr. Trump, even with clear evidence that he is not a nice human being. I never felt this way after any other election. I always respected political differences in my friends, family, and acquaintances. But this time around, it's different. I don't feel it's a difference of ideology. I have trouble understanding how anyone can support such a negative human being.Care to share?Of course I won't end friendships over this. I just ignore what they post on social media. But it does make me scratch my head and ask some questions. less
even nations that have had a left wing dominated government for most of it's time seem to be either making right wing reforms or having a right wing politician voted as leader.
Trump is notorious for not liking the blacks and the latinos, but his wife converted to Judaism, and his brother-in-law, whom he likes, is an Orthodox Jew. On the other hand, the U... moreTrump is notorious for not liking the blacks and the latinos, but his wife converted to Judaism, and his brother-in-law, whom he likes, is an Orthodox Jew. On the other hand, the UK Labour party continues to have an ongoing anti-semitism issue which just won't go away. Every time they think they have swept it under the carpet, there is another incidence of it. It would help if Corbyn would sack a few more of them, but he seems to be too busy landing himself in it on that score. Or maybe my aversion to Labour is colouring my thinking? What does anyone else think? less
One point in view is given inside the blog that's quoted here...What is Trump's agenda? Among other things, Trump has come out in favor of the government censoring the internet, sh... moreOne point in view is given inside the blog that's quoted here...What is Trump's agenda? Among other things, Trump has come out in favor of the government censoring the internet, shuttering houses of worship, depriving religious minorities of due process and equal protection, forcibly confiscating private property, gutting libel laws in order to make it easier to silence journalists, ordering U.S. forces to commit torture and other war crimes, and imposing a nationwide "stop and frisk" scheme in order to "take the gun away." For those of you keeping score at home, that means that Trump—at a minimum—has endorsed government infringements on the principles contained in the First Amendment, the Second Amendment, the Fifth Amendment, the Eighth Amendment, the 10th Amendment, and the constitutional doctrine of limited and enumerated executive powers.
Now consider Trump's SCOTUS list. The most impressive names on that list are all judges who have distinguished themselves by voting to enforce constitutional a... less
Hmm. Let's see, this blog mentions reasons why the author doesn't want to bet on it. What's your take?
What is Trump's agenda? Among other things, Trump has come out in favor of th... moreHmm. Let's see, this blog mentions reasons why the author doesn't want to bet on it. What's your take?
What is Trump's agenda? Among other things, Trump has come out in favor of the government censoring the internet, shuttering houses of worship, depriving religious minorities of due process and equal protection, forcibly confiscating private property, gutting libel laws in order to make it easier to silence journalists, ordering U.S. forces to commit torture and other war crimes, and imposing a nationwide "stop and frisk" scheme in order to "take the gun away." For those of you keeping score at home, that means that Trump—at a minimum—has endorsed government infringements on the principles contained in the First Amendment, the Second Amendment, the Fifth Amendment, the Eighth Amendment, the 10th Amendment, and the constitutional doctrine of limited and enumerated executive powers.
Now consider Trump's SCOTUS list. The most impressive names on that list are all judges who have distinguished themselve... less
What Trump says or said don't matter to many of his followers. Some GOP'ers say that the race is still close on paper. Democrats should remember, It ain't over til.... (one should ... moreWhat Trump says or said don't matter to many of his followers. Some GOP'ers say that the race is still close on paper. Democrats should remember, It ain't over til.... (one should not presume to know the outcome of an event which is still in progress).I remember the following very well:"Dewey Defeats Truman" It was an incorrect banner headline on the front page of the Chicago Daily Tribune on November 3, 1948, the day after incumbent United States President Harry S. Truman won an upset victory over Republican challenger and Governor of New York Thomas E. Dewey in the 1948 presidential election. less
Such stupid comments are quite common with immature, silly adolescents .... but not from 60 year-old men.Mr Trump, I am afraid to say at that age, it surely shows a screw or two mu... moreSuch stupid comments are quite common with immature, silly adolescents .... but not from 60 year-old men.Mr Trump, I am afraid to say at that age, it surely shows a screw or two must be loose.It is debatable if not very likely that even the whole tool box is missing!“And when you’re a star, they let you do it. You can do anything. Whatever you want. Grab them by the pussy……”
I am yet to talk to someone that really likes a candidate in this election. Am I wrong with that assumption and do you like the person your party has out there? I don't... moreI am yet to talk to someone that really likes a candidate in this election. Am I wrong with that assumption and do you like the person your party has out there? I don't care who you are voting for. I just wonder if anyone is feeling as pessimistic as I am with this notion we are about to elect someone that is merely the "lesser of the two evils".
