obelixtim 150 #76 November 6, 2024 The USA is now officially the dumbest nation on the planet. Just had total malfunctions on both main and reserve. This is a disaster for the world. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel99 474 #77 November 6, 2024 17 minutes ago, obelixtim said: The USA is now officially the dumbest nation on the planet. Just had total malfunctions on both main and reserve. This is a disaster for the world. I don’t think I can take hearing ‘we are the greatest democracy and leader of the free world’ any more. I hope that as the US drifts towards being a theocracy with a corrupt ruling class, that the rest of the world can wean itself off the US and limit the damage to ourselves. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,027 #78 November 6, 2024 Trump did not hide his racism, sexism, bigotry,vulgarity and cruelty. Americans voted for him because of those qualities, not despite them. A sad commentary. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,027 #79 November 6, 2024 3 hours ago, airdvr said: Being that you’re a part of the education system isn’t that a little like cutting off your nose? So you think I am responsible for those who didn't attend college? Critical thinking is not part of your skill set, it seems. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyDekker 1,465 #80 November 6, 2024 There are some pretty weird outcomes. North Carolina is one of them. Pretty much the entire ticket went blue, except President. D Governor D Lt Governor D School Superintendent D AG D Rep x2 R President Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rushmc 23 #81 November 6, 2024 (edited) 25 minutes ago, kallend said: Trump did not hide his racism, sexism, bigotry,vulgarity and cruelty. Americans voted for him because of those qualities, not despite them. A sad commentary. That is because he not any of those things Edited November 6, 2024 by rushmc Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rushmc 23 #82 November 6, 2024 1 minute ago, SkyDekker said: There are some pretty weird outcomes. North Carolina is one of them. Pretty much the entire ticket went blue, except President. D Governor D Lt Governor D School Superintendent D AG D Rep x2 R President Ohhh Are you questioning the legitimacy of the election? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyDekker 1,465 #83 November 6, 2024 2 minutes ago, rushmc said: Ohhh Are you questioning the legitimacy of the election? Ohhh Are you saying Trump is a liar? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,027 #84 November 6, 2024 9 minutes ago, rushmc said: That is because he not any of those things Do you enjoy making yourself look stupid? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel99 474 #85 November 6, 2024 19 minutes ago, kallend said: Do you enjoy making yourself look stupid? https://www.reddit.com/r/onionheadlines/s/a6cQz2UzDp Really not sure how this is an Onion Headline… Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jakee 1,489 #86 November 6, 2024 29 minutes ago, rushmc said: That is because he not any of those things You know he is all of those things. Just be honest for once. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel99 474 #88 November 6, 2024 29 minutes ago, rushmc said: That is because he not any of those things He’s every single one of those things, with years of documented evidence. Even my Trump supporting friend admits that he dislikes Trumps vulgarity. Racist - he didn’t lease property to blacks Sexist - pick your story, from the Hollywood tape, through to loses in court Cruel - Comments about Pelosi’s husband being attacked Vulgar - His language, simulating a sex act with a microphone in front of children Conman - Trump university and charity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,027 #89 November 6, 2024 Just now, rushmc said: No, I don't You are entitled to gloat - not a problem with me. Your guy won, gloat all you want. It still doesn't entitle you to your own facts. Trump is a proven: Liar, fraud, sexual predator, thief. Those are all facts that have been proven in courts under due process of law. He is also an adulterer, and the ONLY reason he will get away with stealing documents belonging to the nation is that his election enables him to shut down the trial. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 800 #90 November 7, 2024 1 hour ago, SkyDekker said: There are some pretty weird outcomes. North Carolina is one of them. Pretty much the entire ticket went blue, except President. D Governor D Lt Governor D School Superintendent D AG D Rep x2 R President Right there with the states that voted for abortion rights yet voted for the criminal. Let's Go Rapist! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jakee 1,489 #91 November 7, 2024 44 minutes ago, rushmc said: No, I don't I know you don't want to be honest - but why not? Even Brent and Winsor can admit that they don't care he's a racist, rapist criminal scumbag. Why do you need to pretend he isn't one? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,447 #92 November 7, 2024 Guys, don't get personal. Get ideological. Wendy P. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel99 474 #93 November 7, 2024 4 minutes ago, wmw999 said: Guys, don't get personal. Get ideological. Wendy P. There’s a lot to process. Over the past 25 years we’ve seen so many major events and changes. From 9/11 through the GFC and Covid. The election of Trump is/was quite likely fuelled by fear and uncertainty, for many of those who voted for him. At the same time, I think for the vast majority of the world his election brings on fear, anxiety and uncertainty of what is to come. It’s so easy to give into fear and obsess over what if’s. I’ve got a child in the military, and honestly I was already not very happy that he is going to see active conflict. Now I fear that it could be so much worse, because I don’t see Trump as a peace maker. There are posters here that are knowledgeable about history (Jakee, Billvon, Kallend to name a few) and the parallels with the history of facism and the rise of the nazies is scary. A large part of me wants to just switch off to it all and get on with life in blissful ignorance. I’m very lucky, I live in a place with no geopolitical significance and financially I have nothing to worry about. Ultimately I believe the right thing to do is to connect with those around us and do our best to rebuild a sense of community and support in challenging times. 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JerryBaumchen 1,363 #94 November 7, 2024 Hi folks, So, I'm thinking that V-P Harris should do want Trump wanted his v-p to do; just do not certify the election. Jerry Baumchen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel99 474 #95 November 7, 2024 27 minutes ago, JerryBaumchen said: Hi folks, So, I'm thinking that V-P Harris should do want Trump wanted his v-p to do; just do not certify the election. Jerry Baumchen Trump has the mandate of the people. Having seen first hand in Zimbabwe how Mugabe manipulated the masses through a combination of empty promises that appealed to the masses and the threat of violence, I do believe that Trump committed similar crimes. For months we have heard the threat of election violence if Trump lost, and I am certain that a percentage of the population voted for him to avoid that possibility. The only thing that I can think of that could have been done differently would have been for Biden to exercise the powers that the Supreme Court gave a sitting President and for him to have squashed Trump’s treasonous behaviour outside of the civil court system. I don’t know Military law, but as ex Commander in Chief maybe the documents case should have been treated as a military tribunal/prosecution and been prosecuted promptly and harshly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeWeber 2,720 #96 November 7, 2024 1 hour ago, nigel99 said: A large part of me wants to just switch off to it all and get on with life in blissful ignorance. I’m very lucky, I live in a place with no geopolitical significance and financially I have nothing to worry about. Good advice for everyone. The dice are cast and all the worrying about future generations, or any oppressed group in this generation, is a waste of time and energy. The only useful thing to do is work to secure additional resources to help protect your kids and grandkids (if you have them) to give them the options and safety only money can buy. Otherwise get used to a lot more discrimination, a lot more Jesus, and a lot less giving a crap. It might be a also good time to invest in blue state trailer parks for when the light bulb comes on for the winners. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
obelixtim 150 #97 November 7, 2024 Perhaps a consolation might be the fact that this pos is probably not long for the world, due to his age, and it might not be too long before he is festering underground. He won't be able to dodge the Reaper when the time comes. And perhaps karma will come and bring him great suffering before he karks it for good. And it will be richly deserved. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoeWeber 2,720 #98 November 7, 2024 22 minutes ago, obelixtim said: Perhaps a consolation might be the fact that this pos is probably not long for the world, due to his age, and it might not be too long before he is festering underground. He won't be able to dodge the Reaper when the time comes. And perhaps karma will come and bring him great suffering before he karks it for good. And it will be richly deserved. Absolutely. And that wish casting and 5 bucks will get you a Latte at Starbucks. There are no consolations today, just reality and how we make the best of it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brenthutch 444 #99 November 7, 2024 Don’t forget to turn your clocks back to two genders Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,447 #100 November 7, 2024 12 minutes ago, brenthutch said: Don’t forget to turn your clocks back to two genders No, Brent, that's not going to happen. It might be that the government will protect bigots instead of the weaker, but that's what happened during the whole Jim Crow era as well. Acknowledging something respects it, it doesn't bring it into existence. And anyway, it's now up to the states, where it belongs, like everything else having to do with human rights, right? Wendy P. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites