This so called DOGE is not a legitimate government department, yes? Why is it granted such access to so much information (rhetorical question)? When will Congress fight against DOGE’s dismantling of the government? When DOGE decides to do away with Congress? It’s not that far off considering how many congressionally mandated entities it …
This so called DOGE is not a legitimate government department, yes? Why is it granted such access to so much information (rhetorical question)? When will Congress fight against DOGE’s dismantling of the government? When DOGE decides to do away with Congress? It’s not that far off considering how many congressionally mandated entities it has already deemed insignificant. If their jobs are threatened, will Republican elected officials finally realize the disaster they have enabled?
Congress will do nothing until there are mass demonstrations, like 20,000 people on the Mall in Washington. Republicans dodge town halls. They need more than the town halls organized by Democrats. Republicans somehow find a way to dismiss protests as being conducted by paid people rather than serious protests. It’s an old tactic. I grew up in Mississippi in the 60s. NOBODY paid the freedom riders. You can’t get anyone to be beaten viciously for money; those people did what they did on their principles.
20 thousands? How about 200 thousands or 2 million. Just wait for the policies to start rotting all aspects of life for everyone except for the 1% and then the regime will be afraid of us and not all the way around. Thanks for your comment Kim.
Okay, I suggested a number too low. I just pulled it out of you know what. MLK proved you could attract larger crowds, but that was a different time. He was perceived as a leader. If a leader emerges who commands a high level of visibility and respect, then the number would be higher. Who would that be? I’m too naive about visibility and respect to know who would be able to lead.
Hello Margaret... Maybe Musk, and Vought are given so much 'Free-Rein' because DJT is Lazy, and doesn't want to actually Learn, and Govern... In DJT's Demented Reality Show, DJT just wants Outrage, and Vengeance... Fear of DJT's Minions suppresses those Republicans in Congress that don't go with their Program...
It seems to me that Trump is profoundly lazy, which is part of why he makes everything up. But being born ultra wealthy lets him dabble in so many cosplay roles, like impresario, or university head, or clever business leader, and "money pouring in from Russia" helped a lot when he was blowing it. He is not really a president, but he plays one on TV. He has the powers of a president, but of course, that's not nearly enough. He is trying to play at King of the World, but don't even say the word 'responsibility'.
Thanks JL... DJT uses People when it benefits him, and Discards them when they have served his Purposes... Maybe the Joke now is that Musk, and Putin are using DJT until his Dementia, or the Creator, takes him away...
J L... Thanks for the Post... This is Good... Maybe an 'Evil, Malignant, Demented', Bam-Bam would be appropriate... I believe that Mary Trump would have some insight into DJT's formation...
he got elected in the first place (2016) because people thought he was a competent businessman, thanks to The Apprentice - despite bankrupting casinos ("the house always wins...") and other enterprises, and despite his openly fraudulent charity and university and ... and ... and..... So playing someone competent on TV, or now social media, goes a long way.
I imagine you are aware that Trump's popular book "The Art of The Deal" was ghostwritten and the writer now very much repents his shameful role in promoting the BS.
I think our reliance on actor/celebrities is the problem, not the solution, but yes, an effective leader need be courageous, outspoken, focused, and relatable. I suspect that a number of our venerated leaders would not have checked the "made for TV" box adequately, but still were skillful communicators. Maybe, at long last, it is time for America to put away childish things and grasp self-governance as an adult responsibility. And by "adult" I mean emotionally adult. When they were both in the news, who was more adult? Trump or school-girl Greta Thunberg?
The Reality is, neither is DOGE... If one is a knowledgeable Techie, Teslas, Space-X Rockets, and 'X' are shoddy Products that were rushed out, and over-hyped... J.L., did you know that ALL CyberTrucks have been recalled AGAIN?...
Stuck together with Elmo's Glue. Musk used his massive supply of money to take over Tesla from the people who built it. The CyberTruck looks more like Musk's influence.
They are rust buckets, intentionally designed to disappear in the environment. Of course now their parts will just fly off before even having a chance to rust out.
Yesterday was the first day we went out where I didn’t see a single one. We usually see quite a few in southern California where the sea air will make them vanish. There will be seats and a battery driving down the roads.
For the scumbag president, those people are just doing "his" job and will be blamed when people start seeing reality and revolt. Then he'll fire them and name replacements the same or worse. In the meantime, nothing would change. Nice comment Apache 👍
I doubt there is anyone who would be “better” than Elon. His visibility, money, and ignorance of government would be hard to replace, and there is probably no one worse.
Hello Kim... DJT, and Elon seem to share some Bad Pathologies.... The Thirst for Hype, the disconnection with the effects of their actions on other People, and a lack of Integrity... Does Elon want to rob the SSA Trust Funds for his Mars Trip? Elon says that SpaceX will be there in 2029, or no later than 2031... Elon should do a Howard Hughes, and be his 1st Best Test Pilot...
If you have access to the diagnostic manual used by mental health professionals, look at Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Both men fit all of these criteria. The psychiatrists who have written about Trump used the term malignant narcissism and many have labeled him a psychopath. He fits there as well. I think he’s paranoid,too. Freud called this wild analysis- diagnosing someone you haven’t seen personally. In Trump’s case, we have a broad range of behaviors and speech that allow his diagnoses to be valid. We have “seen” him display all the behaviors in diagnostic nomenclature. That’s a much larger sample than you can get by sitting in your office with him,
Trump is now announcing that some of the tariffs will be selective. Better to increase the personal bribes he can demand. And it’s not even protection money, just basic bribes. That’s what he’s interested in, those companies, countries and rich interests all begging to be allowed to bribe him.
Hello Nancy... From the 1st Admin.... DJT thought that the Presidency was Symbolic... Just Occasional Appearances... In DJT's World-View, DJT is Emperor.. What DJT/Musk, is revealing, is that in the Contemporary Neo-Realism of American Society, Money Doesn't Talk, it Screams Profanities...
There’s also mounting evidence that T is a Russian operative. (I know. Stop. Think! Why a war on China now? Keep that in your head as you run past-and-present information through your truth meter!). Musk has his own agenda. JD his own. (Both well documented and known.) Trump his own agenda. Musk and JD can do anything they want and Trump wouldn’t care, except to throw the dogs (American people) a bone now and then. They (American people, Musk, JD + courts, Congress, etc) are the perfect distraction to protect T as he achieves what he vowed (to Putin) to achieve— to take down the American Empire. Narcissistic Trump was an easy “recruit” for Putin. T would sell out America in a heartbeat for the power promised to him—leader of the new America! King to Rule! Not a President to govern! Together with Russia we will unite to fight China and bring America in line with the new world order! That would also of course please Musk. And surprise the hell out of JD (oblivious). HCR READERS- please! Your combined thoughts welcome for Heather’s consideration! For reference, consider finding the article, “At some point real action will be required to stop this madness,” posted by Investigation of Corruption is with John Vega and 8 others.
I hope and pray this is not true. But every cell in my body is telling me get up and fight like hell!
I don’t think we can classify Trump as a Russian operative. That would require discipline. I do believe real action will be needed. By that, I mean huge demonstrations, including maybe 100,000 people on the mail in Washington. No violence. Just a large peaceful demonstration. The Mall doesn’t have storefronts for window breaking and looting. We just need a leader to pull it together. Look at how MLK did it.
one problem is that the MAGAts tend strongly to violence and are well armed, and any member of Congress - either house - who starts feeling independent of Trump/Musk gets death threats against them and their families.
I contemplated getting a gun for the first time in my life. But I think there are other ways I could prevent those perverts from attacking that might be more effective.
This so called DOGE is not a legitimate government department, yes? Why is it granted such access to so much information (rhetorical question)? When will Congress fight against DOGE’s dismantling of the government? When DOGE decides to do away with Congress? It’s not that far off considering how many congressionally mandated entities it has already deemed insignificant. If their jobs are threatened, will Republican elected officials finally realize the disaster they have enabled?
Congress will do nothing until there are mass demonstrations, like 20,000 people on the Mall in Washington. Republicans dodge town halls. They need more than the town halls organized by Democrats. Republicans somehow find a way to dismiss protests as being conducted by paid people rather than serious protests. It’s an old tactic. I grew up in Mississippi in the 60s. NOBODY paid the freedom riders. You can’t get anyone to be beaten viciously for money; those people did what they did on their principles.
20 thousands? How about 200 thousands or 2 million. Just wait for the policies to start rotting all aspects of life for everyone except for the 1% and then the regime will be afraid of us and not all the way around. Thanks for your comment Kim.
Okay, I suggested a number too low. I just pulled it out of you know what. MLK proved you could attract larger crowds, but that was a different time. He was perceived as a leader. If a leader emerges who commands a high level of visibility and respect, then the number would be higher. Who would that be? I’m too naive about visibility and respect to know who would be able to lead.
exactly: 20,000 is a drop in the bucket. 2 million is a but more realistic in terms of changing minds, but unrealistic in terms of doable.
Hello Margaret... Maybe Musk, and Vought are given so much 'Free-Rein' because DJT is Lazy, and doesn't want to actually Learn, and Govern... In DJT's Demented Reality Show, DJT just wants Outrage, and Vengeance... Fear of DJT's Minions suppresses those Republicans in Congress that don't go with their Program...
It seems to me that Trump is profoundly lazy, which is part of why he makes everything up. But being born ultra wealthy lets him dabble in so many cosplay roles, like impresario, or university head, or clever business leader, and "money pouring in from Russia" helped a lot when he was blowing it. He is not really a president, but he plays one on TV. He has the powers of a president, but of course, that's not nearly enough. He is trying to play at King of the World, but don't even say the word 'responsibility'.
Thanks JL... DJT uses People when it benefits him, and Discards them when they have served his Purposes... Maybe the Joke now is that Musk, and Putin are using DJT until his Dementia, or the Creator, takes him away...
The world's biggest (utterly) spoiled child and all the people in the world his personal playthings.
I have an unforgettable image of Charlie Chaplin as "The Little Dictator" tossing an inflated globe in the air.
J L... Thanks for the Post... This is Good... Maybe an 'Evil, Malignant, Demented', Bam-Bam would be appropriate... I believe that Mary Trump would have some insight into DJT's formation...
he got elected in the first place (2016) because people thought he was a competent businessman, thanks to The Apprentice - despite bankrupting casinos ("the house always wins...") and other enterprises, and despite his openly fraudulent charity and university and ... and ... and..... So playing someone competent on TV, or now social media, goes a long way.
I imagine you are aware that Trump's popular book "The Art of The Deal" was ghostwritten and the writer now very much repents his shameful role in promoting the BS.
So maybe we need a good Democratic actor/ celebrity to rally around. Suggestions?
I think our reliance on actor/celebrities is the problem, not the solution, but yes, an effective leader need be courageous, outspoken, focused, and relatable. I suspect that a number of our venerated leaders would not have checked the "made for TV" box adequately, but still were skillful communicators. Maybe, at long last, it is time for America to put away childish things and grasp self-governance as an adult responsibility. And by "adult" I mean emotionally adult. When they were both in the news, who was more adult? Trump or school-girl Greta Thunberg?
Profoundly lazy, sign those executive orders and pretend that you are working. Phony through and through…
Clearly Trump is not knowledgeable enough to hack our governmental systems.
The Reality is, neither is DOGE... If one is a knowledgeable Techie, Teslas, Space-X Rockets, and 'X' are shoddy Products that were rushed out, and over-hyped... J.L., did you know that ALL CyberTrucks have been recalled AGAIN?...
Stuck together with Elmo's Glue. Musk used his massive supply of money to take over Tesla from the people who built it. The CyberTruck looks more like Musk's influence.
Again? Do you think those "trucks" are a lemon?...😄
They are rust buckets, intentionally designed to disappear in the environment. Of course now their parts will just fly off before even having a chance to rust out.
Yesterday was the first day we went out where I didn’t see a single one. We usually see quite a few in southern California where the sea air will make them vanish. There will be seats and a battery driving down the roads.
Good Sharon, the sooner they disappear the better 👏
Every time I see one I think of his nazi salute.
Neither is Musk.
For the scumbag president, those people are just doing "his" job and will be blamed when people start seeing reality and revolt. Then he'll fire them and name replacements the same or worse. In the meantime, nothing would change. Nice comment Apache 👍
The rubber meets the road in the offices of about 20 Republican House members who represent majority Dem districts.
Excellent Daniel... We can Hope, Pray, to the Deity of Your Choice, that there will be Congressional Elections in 2026...
Thanks Ricardo....
I doubt there is anyone who would be “better” than Elon. His visibility, money, and ignorance of government would be hard to replace, and there is probably no one worse.
Hello Kim... DJT, and Elon seem to share some Bad Pathologies.... The Thirst for Hype, the disconnection with the effects of their actions on other People, and a lack of Integrity... Does Elon want to rob the SSA Trust Funds for his Mars Trip? Elon says that SpaceX will be there in 2029, or no later than 2031... Elon should do a Howard Hughes, and be his 1st Best Test Pilot...
If you have access to the diagnostic manual used by mental health professionals, look at Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Both men fit all of these criteria. The psychiatrists who have written about Trump used the term malignant narcissism and many have labeled him a psychopath. He fits there as well. I think he’s paranoid,too. Freud called this wild analysis- diagnosing someone you haven’t seen personally. In Trump’s case, we have a broad range of behaviors and speech that allow his diagnoses to be valid. We have “seen” him display all the behaviors in diagnostic nomenclature. That’s a much larger sample than you can get by sitting in your office with him,
Hello Kim... Thank You... Excellent Info....
His only advantage over other worse than him is his bottomless amount of money. Other than that, not hard to replace. You'll see Kim. 😁
Exactly
Trump is now announcing that some of the tariffs will be selective. Better to increase the personal bribes he can demand. And it’s not even protection money, just basic bribes. That’s what he’s interested in, those companies, countries and rich interests all begging to be allowed to bribe him.
Hello Nancy... From the 1st Admin.... DJT thought that the Presidency was Symbolic... Just Occasional Appearances... In DJT's World-View, DJT is Emperor.. What DJT/Musk, is revealing, is that in the Contemporary Neo-Realism of American Society, Money Doesn't Talk, it Screams Profanities...
There’s also mounting evidence that T is a Russian operative. (I know. Stop. Think! Why a war on China now? Keep that in your head as you run past-and-present information through your truth meter!). Musk has his own agenda. JD his own. (Both well documented and known.) Trump his own agenda. Musk and JD can do anything they want and Trump wouldn’t care, except to throw the dogs (American people) a bone now and then. They (American people, Musk, JD + courts, Congress, etc) are the perfect distraction to protect T as he achieves what he vowed (to Putin) to achieve— to take down the American Empire. Narcissistic Trump was an easy “recruit” for Putin. T would sell out America in a heartbeat for the power promised to him—leader of the new America! King to Rule! Not a President to govern! Together with Russia we will unite to fight China and bring America in line with the new world order! That would also of course please Musk. And surprise the hell out of JD (oblivious). HCR READERS- please! Your combined thoughts welcome for Heather’s consideration! For reference, consider finding the article, “At some point real action will be required to stop this madness,” posted by Investigation of Corruption is with John Vega and 8 others.
I hope and pray this is not true. But every cell in my body is telling me get up and fight like hell!
I don’t think we can classify Trump as a Russian operative. That would require discipline. I do believe real action will be needed. By that, I mean huge demonstrations, including maybe 100,000 people on the mail in Washington. No violence. Just a large peaceful demonstration. The Mall doesn’t have storefronts for window breaking and looting. We just need a leader to pull it together. Look at how MLK did it.
one problem is that the MAGAts tend strongly to violence and are well armed, and any member of Congress - either house - who starts feeling independent of Trump/Musk gets death threats against them and their families.
I contemplated getting a gun for the first time in my life. But I think there are other ways I could prevent those perverts from attacking that might be more effective.
Hello Sharon... Hopefully the Necessity Never Arises... If you do get one, learn how to use it Safely, and as the very last resort...
I’ve had training and would certainly go for it again as well as the rest of my house. I do think I have better options for self-defense.
Hello John... The MAGAs have been Prepping for Decades... Some are praying for Violence... Pay attention to some of the J6 Confessions...
What ever happened to government procedures?
This is not a government JL, this is a regime and the procedures are made as they go.
Fools rush in. Boy, do they ever.
Frankenstein has an R on his head