As I read HCR's Letter of war and peace of guns and veterans, I thought of the thousands of New York City residents dying of COVID, the urgent pleas to find protective gowns for the nurses and the nighttime applause and singing for the nurses, doctors, therapists and healthcare workers that were keeping us alive. I thought about the num…
As I read HCR's Letter of war and peace of guns and veterans, I thought of the thousands of New York City residents dying of COVID, the urgent pleas to find protective gowns for the nurses and the nighttime applause and singing for the nurses, doctors, therapists and healthcare workers that were keeping us alive. I thought about the number of guns in the USA and the death toll from them. How can we forget the noise and ugliness of Donald J. Trump; the red states' campaigns to restrict access to voting by minorities; book banning in the schools and overturning Roe v. Wade...the list of abuses on the American people is so damning. Have we not been at war? Our society is being torn apart. We need a people's campaign against the forces and politicians that are destroying the earth and everything upon it. When is the time to look around, to count the ways? We all feel what has been happening. Hate is a diversion that enables people like Cruz, DeSantis, Abbott, McConnell, the Billionaires, gigantic corporations, the whole lot of them to walk all over us. We have to organize to stop the fires from burning, gun violence multiplying, the lack of affordable housing, the homelessness and the politicians who care for nothing but themselves. Look at the face of Ukraine President, Volodymyr Zelensky, at the end of today's Notes. Volodymyr Zelensky has not left the battle for a moment. He and the Ukrainian people are our models.
I often wonder how the US went so quickly from thanking essential workers to braying about individual rights and making wearing a mask and getting vaccinated a political issue. Only one of the achievements of the treasonous expresident. A mass murderer who planned and executed a coup against his own government and vice president should be in jail, not thinking about running for office. Control of the courts, census cheating, redistricting, De joy in the post office, and constant lies fueled by dark money is his legacy and our shame. Thank you to all the officials who fight for a fair election against these odds. I agree Fern that it's hate but also selfishness, greed and stupidity. The time is now to work toward restoring sanity and honesty in this country.
Biden and Harris have done an outstanding job but time is running out.
Oh, may we never forget. Rupert Murdoch and his ilk, turned the tide from sanity to power and greed. And the cult baaed. Damn, it’s such a relief to be able to hate out in the open and find like-minded haters to form a community which will overwhelm sanity. Watched it happen, not overnight, but the script was written, the stage was set decades ago, the roles were cast, and “action” was yelled when chump entered the fray.
Don't forget it was Ronald Reagan who ended the Fairness Doctrine, making it possible for Fox News and its likes to give only one side of the political story.
@GiGi - I’m still reading “They Knew: How a Cultural Conspiracy Keeps America Complacent”, but it is definitely confirming so many things I’ve felt were responsible for our world today, that actually have roots in WWII and the Cold War.
Sarah Kendzior is now my Millennial hero. I nightly recco “They Knew” and I can’t wait to read her previous books as well.
Her overall thesis is that we are now in the midst of what I can only describe as many networks comprised of sociopathic grifters.
The difficulties decent human beings face in exposing, confronting, and punishing these malefactors is compounded by the terms conspiracies and conspiracy theories.
By way of a personal example; I don’t know or really care if Oswald acted alone or as part of a team or if he was a patsy when it comes to the murder of JFK. What I’ve come to believe is simply that Allen Dulles (and his cohorts) had the means, and the motive to kill Kennedy. That said, it takes pages simply to outline this “conspiracy.” A theory which is built not on 12 foot Lizard People or a cabal of pedophiles, but instead on established de-classified facts about Dulles. We know of his far right his Nazi/Facist sympathies, his Cold War plots that featured assassination of duly elected leaders and his fear that Kennedy was too soft on Communism. So, it is not crazy to arrive at that conclusion, it is just common sense.
The problem of course is that detractors can simply call you a “conspiracy theory (nut)” and no facts or logic are allowed to be considered.
Here is my latest thinking on how was it possible to believe that nobody could possibly conceive of using a passenger jet as missile to attack the WTC on 9/11 that I did thinking about the matter as Kendzior did in a chapter of “They Knew:…”
In any case you are far from alone as we begin to yes, awaken to see what the hell is actually going on that is more than “deepening divides” in our nation.
"Kendzior explains how intrigued she was with a TV depiction of an extremely similar attack six months before 9/11 on The Lone Gunmen, an X-Files spin-off series. By Vince Gilligan who went on to create “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul”
“the Lone Gunmen discover that a commercial flight headed to Boston had been hijacked. Initially fearing there was a bomb on board, they learn that the plane itself is the weapon, and that it had been commandeered to fly into the World Trade Center and cause the buildings to collapse. “They intend to bring this down in the middle of New York City?!”
SIX MONTHS BEFORE! My son worked for Vince Gilligan on both Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, and I got to meet Vince. One of the nicest, kindest, sweetest people ever.
Democratic leadership and society is reciprocally empowering; elected and "grass roots" leaders empowered by the trust and guidance of the aggregated public, and the public empowered by trustworthy, competent, and responsive leadership. As opposed to societies manipulated, intimidated, and turned to fight among themselves by bullies. Ukrainians are fighting yet another homicidal sociopath who rules by terror. It seems that we defeat one and another emerges. Defensive war is like fighting wildfire, quite necessary, and yet there must be a way to keep them from igniting to begin with. More saying "no" to bullies.
Thank you, Carole. Biden and the 1/6 House Investigative Committee as well as a fair number of Democrats are making improvements, but the weight on the people, the deep discord and the Republican Party do not stop pulling us apart. We cannot depend on politicians alone, we must put our weight to the wheel.
Did you mean "whining"? How about his latest typo: "They stole the electron from Blake Masters". The string of replies is a riot! Hot on the booted heels of Marjorie 3-names' quacking enemies.
He is a non-entity now. That SOB has found plenty of flunky lawyers to file a bunch of lawsuits. The funny thing is, is that the members of the Pro-Rape Party are leaving him behind.
"We have to organize to stop the fires from burning, gun violence multiplying, the lack of affordable housing, the homelessness and the politicians who care for nothing but themselves."
Absolutely, Fern. Further, we have to organize to fight for or against individual issues instead of fighting political parties. I'm an Independent American in terms of political designation. That being said, I've always voted Democrat since I first voted in 1968. I do that because the dem. party is the closest to representing the values I believe in. In the election last week, I voted a straight Democratic ticket. I'm not proud of that vote, but I believe it was absolutely necessary. I won't give an enthusiastic endorsement to a political party because I know there is serious corruption in both parties.
Neither party is against the SC ruling of "Citizens United" because most politicians in both parties are greatly benefitting from those corporate bribes. Neither party has fought against the congressional insider trading issue because too many members of both parties are using privileged information to enrich themselves. When Nancy Pelosi didn't introduce the planned bill against congressional insider trading, I didn't hear republicans complain about that.
If we can focus on the problems facing us in the country, and also hold our politicians to honest accountability, then we'have a better chance of bringing young people into the political process. Otherwise, we will only decline further and further.
Hello, Heydon. We agree. I will check Pew Research Center and whatever other good sources may have information about representatives and senators in the Democratic who that have indicated strong objection to 'Citizens United'. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) will be the first senator's office to contact regarding the matter.
As an aside, I see in your bio notes that you are an organic farmer. Kudos to you for that. I've been growing vegetables and flowers organically for over 30 years. It's the only way to go.
Dear MaryPat, it is a treasure to see you at this minute when my mind is full of concern about a couple of friends and our country, so at odds. The 'war' will not be over with a couple of more positive election results. A large portion of our population is poisoned with hatred, distorted thinking and, perhaps, too eager to strike out. Real improvement will take a lot of effort and time. Peace and affection to you and your family.
I fear we have a long journey to right this ship...from its' foundations. But it will be a journey worth continuing to aim for all the better angels in America willing to keep the light on our democracy, and stand strongly with Lady Liberty.
As I read HCR's Letter of war and peace of guns and veterans, I thought of the thousands of New York City residents dying of COVID, the urgent pleas to find protective gowns for the nurses and the nighttime applause and singing for the nurses, doctors, therapists and healthcare workers that were keeping us alive. I thought about the number of guns in the USA and the death toll from them. How can we forget the noise and ugliness of Donald J. Trump; the red states' campaigns to restrict access to voting by minorities; book banning in the schools and overturning Roe v. Wade...the list of abuses on the American people is so damning. Have we not been at war? Our society is being torn apart. We need a people's campaign against the forces and politicians that are destroying the earth and everything upon it. When is the time to look around, to count the ways? We all feel what has been happening. Hate is a diversion that enables people like Cruz, DeSantis, Abbott, McConnell, the Billionaires, gigantic corporations, the whole lot of them to walk all over us. We have to organize to stop the fires from burning, gun violence multiplying, the lack of affordable housing, the homelessness and the politicians who care for nothing but themselves. Look at the face of Ukraine President, Volodymyr Zelensky, at the end of today's Notes. Volodymyr Zelensky has not left the battle for a moment. He and the Ukrainian people are our models.
I often wonder how the US went so quickly from thanking essential workers to braying about individual rights and making wearing a mask and getting vaccinated a political issue. Only one of the achievements of the treasonous expresident. A mass murderer who planned and executed a coup against his own government and vice president should be in jail, not thinking about running for office. Control of the courts, census cheating, redistricting, De joy in the post office, and constant lies fueled by dark money is his legacy and our shame. Thank you to all the officials who fight for a fair election against these odds. I agree Fern that it's hate but also selfishness, greed and stupidity. The time is now to work toward restoring sanity and honesty in this country.
Biden and Harris have done an outstanding job but time is running out.
Oh, may we never forget. Rupert Murdoch and his ilk, turned the tide from sanity to power and greed. And the cult baaed. Damn, it’s such a relief to be able to hate out in the open and find like-minded haters to form a community which will overwhelm sanity. Watched it happen, not overnight, but the script was written, the stage was set decades ago, the roles were cast, and “action” was yelled when chump entered the fray.
Yes. We need new weapons and soldiers and strategies for The Rupert War and The Koch War and The Federalist Society War and The...
Don't forget it was Ronald Reagan who ended the Fairness Doctrine, making it possible for Fox News and its likes to give only one side of the political story.
@GiGi - I’m still reading “They Knew: How a Cultural Conspiracy Keeps America Complacent”, but it is definitely confirming so many things I’ve felt were responsible for our world today, that actually have roots in WWII and the Cold War.
Sarah Kendzior is now my Millennial hero. I nightly recco “They Knew” and I can’t wait to read her previous books as well.
Her overall thesis is that we are now in the midst of what I can only describe as many networks comprised of sociopathic grifters.
The difficulties decent human beings face in exposing, confronting, and punishing these malefactors is compounded by the terms conspiracies and conspiracy theories.
By way of a personal example; I don’t know or really care if Oswald acted alone or as part of a team or if he was a patsy when it comes to the murder of JFK. What I’ve come to believe is simply that Allen Dulles (and his cohorts) had the means, and the motive to kill Kennedy. That said, it takes pages simply to outline this “conspiracy.” A theory which is built not on 12 foot Lizard People or a cabal of pedophiles, but instead on established de-classified facts about Dulles. We know of his far right his Nazi/Facist sympathies, his Cold War plots that featured assassination of duly elected leaders and his fear that Kennedy was too soft on Communism. So, it is not crazy to arrive at that conclusion, it is just common sense.
The problem of course is that detractors can simply call you a “conspiracy theory (nut)” and no facts or logic are allowed to be considered.
Here is my latest thinking on how was it possible to believe that nobody could possibly conceive of using a passenger jet as missile to attack the WTC on 9/11 that I did thinking about the matter as Kendzior did in a chapter of “They Knew:…”
https://olflawriduhcracker.substack.com/p/imagining-911?sd=pf
In any case you are far from alone as we begin to yes, awaken to see what the hell is actually going on that is more than “deepening divides” in our nation.
"Kendzior explains how intrigued she was with a TV depiction of an extremely similar attack six months before 9/11 on The Lone Gunmen, an X-Files spin-off series. By Vince Gilligan who went on to create “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul”
“the Lone Gunmen discover that a commercial flight headed to Boston had been hijacked. Initially fearing there was a bomb on board, they learn that the plane itself is the weapon, and that it had been commandeered to fly into the World Trade Center and cause the buildings to collapse. “They intend to bring this down in the middle of New York City?!”
SIX MONTHS BEFORE! My son worked for Vince Gilligan on both Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, and I got to meet Vince. One of the nicest, kindest, sweetest people ever.
💜
Democratic leadership and society is reciprocally empowering; elected and "grass roots" leaders empowered by the trust and guidance of the aggregated public, and the public empowered by trustworthy, competent, and responsive leadership. As opposed to societies manipulated, intimidated, and turned to fight among themselves by bullies. Ukrainians are fighting yet another homicidal sociopath who rules by terror. It seems that we defeat one and another emerges. Defensive war is like fighting wildfire, quite necessary, and yet there must be a way to keep them from igniting to begin with. More saying "no" to bullies.
"that to secure these ends rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed"
https://www.loc.gov/exhibits/creating-the-united-states/interactives/declaration-of-independence/consent/index.html
Thomas Jefferson, The Declaration of Independence.
I look forward to your comments, Fern....well said.
Thank you, Carole. Biden and the 1/6 House Investigative Committee as well as a fair number of Democrats are making improvements, but the weight on the people, the deep discord and the Republican Party do not stop pulling us apart. We cannot depend on politicians alone, we must put our weight to the wheel.
The aim was surely for the politicians to serve the people, not to supplant them.
Last night tfg—guess what—SUED the Jan 6 committee. So tired of him.
As long as he remains in the news, he's happy and "winning"(?). So tired of his name, his face, his pathology and his supplicants.
Yes!! The absolute best thing this country and the R party can do right now is to completely ignore tfg. He will shrivel up from lack of attention!!
Did you mean "whining"? How about his latest typo: "They stole the electron from Blake Masters". The string of replies is a riot! Hot on the booted heels of Marjorie 3-names' quacking enemies.
He is a non-entity now. That SOB has found plenty of flunky lawyers to file a bunch of lawsuits. The funny thing is, is that the members of the Pro-Rape Party are leaving him behind.
I am not leaving this battle for a moment...thank you, Fern.
"We have to organize to stop the fires from burning, gun violence multiplying, the lack of affordable housing, the homelessness and the politicians who care for nothing but themselves."
Absolutely, Fern. Further, we have to organize to fight for or against individual issues instead of fighting political parties. I'm an Independent American in terms of political designation. That being said, I've always voted Democrat since I first voted in 1968. I do that because the dem. party is the closest to representing the values I believe in. In the election last week, I voted a straight Democratic ticket. I'm not proud of that vote, but I believe it was absolutely necessary. I won't give an enthusiastic endorsement to a political party because I know there is serious corruption in both parties.
Neither party is against the SC ruling of "Citizens United" because most politicians in both parties are greatly benefitting from those corporate bribes. Neither party has fought against the congressional insider trading issue because too many members of both parties are using privileged information to enrich themselves. When Nancy Pelosi didn't introduce the planned bill against congressional insider trading, I didn't hear republicans complain about that.
If we can focus on the problems facing us in the country, and also hold our politicians to honest accountability, then we'have a better chance of bringing young people into the political process. Otherwise, we will only decline further and further.
Hello, Heydon. We agree. I will check Pew Research Center and whatever other good sources may have information about representatives and senators in the Democratic who that have indicated strong objection to 'Citizens United'. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) will be the first senator's office to contact regarding the matter.
Beautifully said. Not preachy either. Heydon, you made my day. It is noon in India, where I live….
Thanks, Elisabeth. Your words are meaningful.
As an aside, I see in your bio notes that you are an organic farmer. Kudos to you for that. I've been growing vegetables and flowers organically for over 30 years. It's the only way to go.
We HAVE been at war, Fern. You are so right. And I pray, after this week's elections, that our war is past tense.
Dear MaryPat, it is a treasure to see you at this minute when my mind is full of concern about a couple of friends and our country, so at odds. The 'war' will not be over with a couple of more positive election results. A large portion of our population is poisoned with hatred, distorted thinking and, perhaps, too eager to strike out. Real improvement will take a lot of effort and time. Peace and affection to you and your family.
And to you and yours Fern. And a short break before we again pick up our weapons of peace in this fight for democracy. 💞
I fear we have a long journey to right this ship...from its' foundations. But it will be a journey worth continuing to aim for all the better angels in America willing to keep the light on our democracy, and stand strongly with Lady Liberty.
💙
I agree with you wholeheartedly and your last two sentences actually gave me the chills.
We try to be realistic, prepared, strong, spirited and together. Salud, Jacquelyn.