Ricardo, Several years back author and public intellectual Sarah Kendzior started repeatedly warning us that MAGA not only would tear down democracy but also would crash the economy and sell off its parts. Despite the commitment of virtually everyone on this site who is called to resist the infiltration of authoritarian and divisive agendas into our states and communities, I see no ready solution to the undeserved suffering and harm that increasingly will be inflicted on increasing numbers of people.
Still, as with those who came before us who didn’t retreat from the struggle, neither can we.
If one accepts the reality that the Judaic deity, called YHWH, Jehovah, God and other monikers, is a mythical personage no more existent than Greek, Roman, Norse and other deities, then a far more credible explanation is that Trump's campaign staged the event, with two-fold effect: It captured headlines for at least two news cycles and created the foundation for Trump's continuing claim that he was "ordained by God," a falsehood lapped up by his religious cult followers like kittens at a bowl of milk.
I confess, I have a better conception of the Almighty...and there are more accurate users of rubber-banded projectile throwers...however, T. rumpussy has reached his followers level
In the Old Testament, the Israelites kept begging for an earthly king. Finally God gave in and said “as you wish” and let them have their own stubborn way. King Saul was, in the end, an irascible divisive king but hey-it’s what the people wanted and God let them have it. Point being, Trump may be just like Saul- “anointed by God” because THE PEOPLE are stupid and stubborn, not that he is any way divinely suited. He is just as irascible and divisive as Saul
Richard, I can only say puke to that. It was poor aim and luck that saved death star. Death star takes hubris to a whole new level. We need some Greek gods to come up with an appropriate punishment.
Barbara, your reply never showed up on my phone and I read it by chance. I think you are 💯 %correct. I understand your frustration of not having a plan of action to counteract maga's policies but remembe
r that their leaders been planing this take over and destruction of our democracy for many years, step by step and invested billions of dollars.
For now all we can do is to push back, let the litigation on our part to begin rolling and pressure our leaders and legislators to do the same, forcefully, legally 24/7.
Yes, it was a coronation. But we DO still have a country. Sadly, our lives will be largely influenced by what state we live in. Red state authoritarians are inspired by the Orange Menace. Blue state Governors and AGs are not. In fact, they will provide some protections and legal weaponry. In MA, our gov is a very experienced former AG. She is tough.
Most people didn't vote for Trump. 90 million stayed home. Over the next year, I suspect we can rouse at least 10 or 20% of them to vote in 2026. The pendulum will swing because the damage will be unforgivable.
Bill, here in Oregon our governor received one of the many threatening letters sent out to officials in places which have declared themselves sanctuary areas. Our governor did not flinch. The AG here is also preparing and apparently a whole host of public officials have been discussing strategies for months.
That is a smart move by your CT leadership. I'm afraid the Republicans will withhold funds from New Mexico as retaliation for having a Democratic governor who may stand up to Trump.
The smart ones have pre-thought this...mostly simply doing their jobs, serving citizens...now the shit hits the DC fan...things get complicated. I sincerely hope for a larger, better trump celebration...his funerary one....hallelujah!
And now we have a country for sale Bill.
Ricardo, Several years back author and public intellectual Sarah Kendzior started repeatedly warning us that MAGA not only would tear down democracy but also would crash the economy and sell off its parts. Despite the commitment of virtually everyone on this site who is called to resist the infiltration of authoritarian and divisive agendas into our states and communities, I see no ready solution to the undeserved suffering and harm that increasingly will be inflicted on increasing numbers of people.
Still, as with those who came before us who didn’t retreat from the struggle, neither can we.
MAGA is KKK - white Protestant nationalism. God intervened to save Trump's life from an assassin's bullet. I suspect that millions will believe that.
Or, as I’ve seen said, God wishes she’d selected someone with better aim. Seems just as plausible.
Thank you. I needed that chuckle this morning.
Bravo, Ken!
If one accepts the reality that the Judaic deity, called YHWH, Jehovah, God and other monikers, is a mythical personage no more existent than Greek, Roman, Norse and other deities, then a far more credible explanation is that Trump's campaign staged the event, with two-fold effect: It captured headlines for at least two news cycles and created the foundation for Trump's continuing claim that he was "ordained by God," a falsehood lapped up by his religious cult followers like kittens at a bowl of milk.
Please do not in any way insult kittens.
And, immediately after that staged attempt I wrote exactly that. Fake! America is sadly sucked in by fakes.
Yeah... where's the scar?
I confess, I have a better conception of the Almighty...and there are more accurate users of rubber-banded projectile throwers...however, T. rumpussy has reached his followers level
closely and well...
Loki definitely exists. Who could believe otherwise?
In the Old Testament, the Israelites kept begging for an earthly king. Finally God gave in and said “as you wish” and let them have their own stubborn way. King Saul was, in the end, an irascible divisive king but hey-it’s what the people wanted and God let them have it. Point being, Trump may be just like Saul- “anointed by God” because THE PEOPLE are stupid and stubborn, not that he is any way divinely suited. He is just as irascible and divisive as Saul
Richard, I can only say puke to that. It was poor aim and luck that saved death star. Death star takes hubris to a whole new level. We need some Greek gods to come up with an appropriate punishment.
Barbara Jo Krieger, again you have summed it up perfectly.
Barbara, your reply never showed up on my phone and I read it by chance. I think you are 💯 %correct. I understand your frustration of not having a plan of action to counteract maga's policies but remembe
r that their leaders been planing this take over and destruction of our democracy for many years, step by step and invested billions of dollars.
For now all we can do is to push back, let the litigation on our part to begin rolling and pressure our leaders and legislators to do the same, forcefully, legally 24/7.
Thanks for your reply and keep posting. 😉
Unfortunately, WE no longer have a country, for many of us, it's just happens to be the place we reside in! A king has been crowned!
Yes, it was a coronation. But we DO still have a country. Sadly, our lives will be largely influenced by what state we live in. Red state authoritarians are inspired by the Orange Menace. Blue state Governors and AGs are not. In fact, they will provide some protections and legal weaponry. In MA, our gov is a very experienced former AG. She is tough.
Most people didn't vote for Trump. 90 million stayed home. Over the next year, I suspect we can rouse at least 10 or 20% of them to vote in 2026. The pendulum will swing because the damage will be unforgivable.
Bill, here in Oregon our governor received one of the many threatening letters sent out to officials in places which have declared themselves sanctuary areas. Our governor did not flinch. The AG here is also preparing and apparently a whole host of public officials have been discussing strategies for months.
Yay Oregon! Katie in Ashland
Here in CT our leadership is girding itself for the possibility that Trump will withhold funds due the state.
But when will the states withhold money from the feds?
how would that work? be done?
That is a smart move by your CT leadership. I'm afraid the Republicans will withhold funds from New Mexico as retaliation for having a Democratic governor who may stand up to Trump.
The smart ones have pre-thought this...mostly simply doing their jobs, serving citizens...now the shit hits the DC fan...things get complicated. I sincerely hope for a larger, better trump celebration...his funerary one....hallelujah!
I plan on a wee dram of single malt scotch neat.
That has usually been the case, and I hope you are right.
Why can't substance have a frown button?
Or a "really dislike" button?
darn spellcheck... 'Substack', not substance...
why not both? ha ha!
.....along with his court Jester, Elon.