At his weekend rally, Donald Trump yet again threatened violence and promised his draconian immigration plan, which includes mass deportation, would be a "bloody story." Why isn't this headline news?
I was at my grandson's birthday party last Sunday, which is really an excuse for my son and all his Republican friends and family to have an adult party. I tried to correct a person's blame for inflation on 'Bidenomics', but because my daughter-in-law's mother responded and I didn't have the where-with-all to redirect my correction to the person who made the statement, I ended up losing my temper to my 'out-law'. Long story short, I've decided I cannot argue coherently without losing my control. So I will no longer continue the tradition of going to her house for Thanksgiving or Christmas, and I will not attend these parties for the sake of my own mental health and for the sake of not breaking apart in anger around them. I feel like I am in a house on fire, I am yelling, "fire, fire!" and everyone is just dismissing me as the village idiot who needs to not be given any attention. I cannot believe this presidential race is even close. It reminds me of a time in history when a citizen's moral bankruptcy was on full display. Rome in Cesar's time, and the drawing of the crowds to their morbid gladiator performances to the death and/or execution by animal mauling. Replace that crowd with the MAGA crowd and it would be exactly the same. It was very telling that 'professional wrestling' was the RNC's choice of entertainment at their convention. It all indicates to me just how sick more than 1/3 of our country has become. I believe Trump has revealed to Americans just exactly how deranged our country is. The fight for 'good vs. evil' will never be completed when the voters cannot see the difference between the two. It is all so despairing, and yet, as Harris says, 'it does not have to be this way'. Thank you Waj, for all your hard work. For fighting for morality. For pointing out the sheer lunacy of the Republicans and their party. I know there have been groups of anarchist movements in world history, whose only goal is to create chaos, confusion, hate and violence. I have never understood how such groups get followers for their violent goals, yet I am witnessing this happening in real time with the Republican party and their constituents. This is how it happens as my family treats me like the village idiot. I won't do this part of my family anymore. My values won't allow for it.
I am sorry for your situation, your prescience about the future of the USA is backed up by a clear view of history and what is being said and done by MAGA and Trump now. It will be no comfort to any of us who share your view if Trump is elected, and things go south fast, and our MAGA loved ones are sorry for the position they took. So we hope and put our efforts into promoting Harris/Walz
Thank you Louise. I hung my Harris/Walz banner yesterday, and as I drove by one of those side of the road trailers selling Trump signs and paraphernalia, I rolled down the window and yelled, 'Boooo'. (I know, kind of immature of me, but I am desperate.)Trump was here yesterday in Tucson and a friend suggested I go to his campaign rally to vent my anger towards the man, but I would not feel safe enough to do that alone. These intelligent, coherent articles, like Waj writes, help me to not feel alone.
The media attitude is a travesty. What I don’t understand is how Trump’s threats of lethal force can be covered as mere free speech? Are we afraid of him? Why doesn’t the justice system work on this? I understand political candidates have extra latitude to speak, but this is absurd. It is very dangerous and it is treasonous .
Remember back in March when Donald used the "bloodbath" term, but he got a pass coz everyone said it was in the "context" of the auto industry, tariffs etc.?
Been listening to Rachel Maddow's podcast ULTRA, which is a fascinating account of right-wing extremists prior to WWII - and the tepid, unbelieving reactions from authorities. I think the Biden Administration is a little aware, but the corporate media certainly seems to want to give it the same "nothing to see here" treatment that seditionists got in 1940.
This is true. We live in an age of ignorant wealthy who are above all rule of any laws. They exploit, manipulate and abuse those who have less and they ridicule and dismiss those who do not want a society ruled by brutal narcissistic but financially successful predators.
Lawrence O’Donald nailed the MSM tonight. He accurately pointed to the fact that the MSM is sane-washing Trump who is mentally melting down. I hope other news stations follow suit.
So many words and intelligent? thought wasted on this dude. And you all feast on it and the blood of woman, children and babies by Biden/Harris/and oligarchs. Enjoy your bounty. Words words and more words. Where's the action?
I was at my grandson's birthday party last Sunday, which is really an excuse for my son and all his Republican friends and family to have an adult party. I tried to correct a person's blame for inflation on 'Bidenomics', but because my daughter-in-law's mother responded and I didn't have the where-with-all to redirect my correction to the person who made the statement, I ended up losing my temper to my 'out-law'. Long story short, I've decided I cannot argue coherently without losing my control. So I will no longer continue the tradition of going to her house for Thanksgiving or Christmas, and I will not attend these parties for the sake of my own mental health and for the sake of not breaking apart in anger around them. I feel like I am in a house on fire, I am yelling, "fire, fire!" and everyone is just dismissing me as the village idiot who needs to not be given any attention. I cannot believe this presidential race is even close. It reminds me of a time in history when a citizen's moral bankruptcy was on full display. Rome in Cesar's time, and the drawing of the crowds to their morbid gladiator performances to the death and/or execution by animal mauling. Replace that crowd with the MAGA crowd and it would be exactly the same. It was very telling that 'professional wrestling' was the RNC's choice of entertainment at their convention. It all indicates to me just how sick more than 1/3 of our country has become. I believe Trump has revealed to Americans just exactly how deranged our country is. The fight for 'good vs. evil' will never be completed when the voters cannot see the difference between the two. It is all so despairing, and yet, as Harris says, 'it does not have to be this way'. Thank you Waj, for all your hard work. For fighting for morality. For pointing out the sheer lunacy of the Republicans and their party. I know there have been groups of anarchist movements in world history, whose only goal is to create chaos, confusion, hate and violence. I have never understood how such groups get followers for their violent goals, yet I am witnessing this happening in real time with the Republican party and their constituents. This is how it happens as my family treats me like the village idiot. I won't do this part of my family anymore. My values won't allow for it.
I am sorry for your situation, your prescience about the future of the USA is backed up by a clear view of history and what is being said and done by MAGA and Trump now. It will be no comfort to any of us who share your view if Trump is elected, and things go south fast, and our MAGA loved ones are sorry for the position they took. So we hope and put our efforts into promoting Harris/Walz
Thank you Louise. I hung my Harris/Walz banner yesterday, and as I drove by one of those side of the road trailers selling Trump signs and paraphernalia, I rolled down the window and yelled, 'Boooo'. (I know, kind of immature of me, but I am desperate.)Trump was here yesterday in Tucson and a friend suggested I go to his campaign rally to vent my anger towards the man, but I would not feel safe enough to do that alone. These intelligent, coherent articles, like Waj writes, help me to not feel alone.
The media attitude is a travesty. What I don’t understand is how Trump’s threats of lethal force can be covered as mere free speech? Are we afraid of him? Why doesn’t the justice system work on this? I understand political candidates have extra latitude to speak, but this is absurd. It is very dangerous and it is treasonous .
Remember back in March when Donald used the "bloodbath" term, but he got a pass coz everyone said it was in the "context" of the auto industry, tariffs etc.?
Just a thought I had. No BFD.
Fabulous post! Thank you for bringing some sanity to my afternoon. Keep telling it like it is. I’m restacking right now.
The Orlando Sentinel has experienced growing fascism on its doorstep. The other MSM might wander to ponder this.
Been listening to Rachel Maddow's podcast ULTRA, which is a fascinating account of right-wing extremists prior to WWII - and the tepid, unbelieving reactions from authorities. I think the Biden Administration is a little aware, but the corporate media certainly seems to want to give it the same "nothing to see here" treatment that seditionists got in 1940.
Another explanation I have been pondering is that the major media may fear violent attacks if they report negatively or even realistically on trump.
Their news stands, their trucks, perhaps their paper deliverers….
It could be a simple cost benefit analysis.
I have wondered the same thing. They may be afraid of him, supposing that all he has to do is whistle to his loyal thugs.
Everything you read, hear or watch is controlled by the Uber wealthy- TPTB you’re only privileged to be dummied down and serfdom Robert!
This is true. We live in an age of ignorant wealthy who are above all rule of any laws. They exploit, manipulate and abuse those who have less and they ridicule and dismiss those who do not want a society ruled by brutal narcissistic but financially successful predators.
Lawrence O’Donald nailed the MSM tonight. He accurately pointed to the fact that the MSM is sane-washing Trump who is mentally melting down. I hope other news stations follow suit.
Great post. I restacked and if you are on with the nerd avengers tomorrow, see you there.
Trump Trump Trump
So many words and intelligent? thought wasted on this dude. And you all feast on it and the blood of woman, children and babies by Biden/Harris/and oligarchs. Enjoy your bounty. Words words and more words. Where's the action?
Where's the empathy?
Where's our civil rights.
Where