“But Josh Marshall at Talking Points Memo noted all along that DeSantis’s story didn’t add up. He is a Florida governor, but he moved people from Texas, and the story is hardly one that looks like a government operation. It appears that a tall, blonde woman going by “Perla” worked with two men and two other women to find migrants to move…
“But Josh Marshall at Talking Points Memo noted all along that DeSantis’s story didn’t add up. He is a Florida governor, but he moved people from Texas, and the story is hardly one that looks like a government operation. It appears that a tall, blonde woman going by “Perla” worked with two men and two other women to find migrants to move, promising them work and housing in Massachusetts and putting them up in a hotel until they got 48 people to go.”
How can DeSatis be allowed to play with people’s lives in this way? It is a violation of their human rights!
Rowshan, DeS does not care about human rights or human suffering caused by him. It’s actually good those fifty people got out of Texas! They received help and kindness from the people of Massachusetts. There are more good people in the US than bad. But one rotten apple ruins the entire barrel! May DeSantis (a completely UNSAINTLY dude) and Abbott (what a strange name for such an UNCHRISTIAN dude) be trounced at the polls in November. I am praying for that. We all must vote and ask for them to be defeated....
Good point, Elisabeth, about the unsaintly Abbott. Ironically, the last name of DeSantis also has saintly origins (partners in misnomer?): “The surname De santis is patronymic in origin, meaning it was based on the first name of a forefather. In this case, De santis is derived from the Latin word "sanctus," meaning "holy" or "devout," thus the original bearer of the name was known to be a holy and devout person.” https://www.houseofnames.com/de+santis-family
Rose, Charlie Crist’s name is the best. Given this fundamentalist plunge into religion in our country. I love the history your provided. You can’t make these names up!
"The de- prefix is one of the commonly used negative prefixes in English. It is mostly placed before a verb or action word and signifies the meaning of “undoing an action”. However, today the prefix ” de” has grown to signify several meanings. More specifically, it refers to “undoing an action” by removal or separation. It can also refer to something done thoroughly or something that is taken negatively. Additionally, the prefix “de” also suggests disapproval."
In this case, though the "de" is a Latinate participle that generally means "from" or "of" and still commonly used in Spanish and Portuguese names to indicate relationship. In English usage, many of these have come to be surnames in themselves. Sadly, literal meaning in this case is not an appropriate descriptor.
Elisabeth The word diabolical comes to mind to describe DeSantis’s ‘Marthas Vineyard caper.’ Who else could have concocted a scheme to hire “Perla” to recruit 50 Venezuelans (who were legally in the US), promise them substantial funds and jobs, put them up in a hotel, and then fly them across country—with the Florida governor doing this in Texas.
These gulled human beings arrived by plane in Marthas Vineyard, where local churches and citizens stepped forward to care for them. Meanwhile, questions are being asked as to the legality of a Florida governor using state funds to finance an immigrant scam in Texas.
Judge Cannon continues to be a Trumpist loose cannon. Her bizarre court rulings have produced a Special Master who isn’t following her script on screening documents. Also, Trump is between a legal rock and hard place as his lawyers have been asked to clarify his ex-president’s declassification charade. The smell of criminality?
This is why I call him DeSatan, because every time I see his ugly face, it brings the word evil to my mind. I do love it that the Special Master has already thrown a wrench into the plans of death star and Loose Cannon...(talk about names). And it all absolutely reeks of rot.
Michele I find DeSatan’s resume scary—top jock, excellent academic Ivy record, as SEAL got Bronze Star—. He seems to be a Trump with smarts and similar ethics. A dangerous 2024 presidential candidate.
He is scary. But I am hoping that all these political stunts do not help him. It would be nice if he got into legal trouble over the latest one. I also hope that the sane people in Florida are working to get him voted out. Abbott is equally awful. He resembles my grandfather of the same last name, so I confess to trying to figure out his family background.
"How can DeSantis be allowed to play with people’s lives in this way? It is a violation of their human rights!" In the same way Trump has been "allowed" to get away with all he has done. This whole thing about the powerful being above the law really has to be curtailed. Because this type shenanigan is another example of being able to get away with anything...and it should make every one of us mad to the core. VOTE...
Morning love! Rowshan, you must listen to Leigh McGowan, Politics Girl, latest rant from the kitchen. As I have quoted the screen character, Slim Hiller played by Jennifer Lopez, ENOUGH.
“But Josh Marshall at Talking Points Memo noted all along that DeSantis’s story didn’t add up. He is a Florida governor, but he moved people from Texas, and the story is hardly one that looks like a government operation. It appears that a tall, blonde woman going by “Perla” worked with two men and two other women to find migrants to move, promising them work and housing in Massachusetts and putting them up in a hotel until they got 48 people to go.”
How can DeSatis be allowed to play with people’s lives in this way? It is a violation of their human rights!
Rowshan, DeS does not care about human rights or human suffering caused by him. It’s actually good those fifty people got out of Texas! They received help and kindness from the people of Massachusetts. There are more good people in the US than bad. But one rotten apple ruins the entire barrel! May DeSantis (a completely UNSAINTLY dude) and Abbott (what a strange name for such an UNCHRISTIAN dude) be trounced at the polls in November. I am praying for that. We all must vote and ask for them to be defeated....
DeSantis (a completely UNSAINTLY dude) and Abbott (what a strange name for such an UNCHRISTIAN dude)
But very Modern-Republican; the realm in which pretty much everything is the exact opposite of whatever they call it; like "Citizens United".
Good point, Elisabeth, about the unsaintly Abbott. Ironically, the last name of DeSantis also has saintly origins (partners in misnomer?): “The surname De santis is patronymic in origin, meaning it was based on the first name of a forefather. In this case, De santis is derived from the Latin word "sanctus," meaning "holy" or "devout," thus the original bearer of the name was known to be a holy and devout person.” https://www.houseofnames.com/de+santis-family
Rose, Charlie Crist’s name is the best. Given this fundamentalist plunge into religion in our country. I love the history your provided. You can’t make these names up!
Elisabeth, I had misunderstood your comment about Charlie Christ. Now that I have read about him, I understand that, as opposed to DeSantis, he IS appropriately named. I’m not religious, but will pray for Christ (the Florida savior)! 😉 https://floridapolitics.com/archives/556980-charlie-crist-slams-appearance-of-anti-semitic-pastor-in-ron-desantis-ad/
It’s actually Charlie CRIST, but close enough. Even 45’s name is unbelievable.
Oops! Thanks for the correction, Elisabeth! Time to put this cell phone down and get some sleep…
DeSatan
Then there's the prefix "de"
"The de- prefix is one of the commonly used negative prefixes in English. It is mostly placed before a verb or action word and signifies the meaning of “undoing an action”. However, today the prefix ” de” has grown to signify several meanings. More specifically, it refers to “undoing an action” by removal or separation. It can also refer to something done thoroughly or something that is taken negatively. Additionally, the prefix “de” also suggests disapproval."
In this case, though the "de" is a Latinate participle that generally means "from" or "of" and still commonly used in Spanish and Portuguese names to indicate relationship. In English usage, many of these have come to be surnames in themselves. Sadly, literal meaning in this case is not an appropriate descriptor.
Caught me in the act, Annie! I have a casual relationship with that participle, but still think of DeSantis as... not a saint!
However, I appreciate and applaud your fact-finding analysis as regards this matter.
Lynell, a most applicable interpretation of his surname!
Hah! <snort>
No Cardinal? or Pope? or even Priest?
Nun
<groan> Good pick-up, MaryPat.
Elisabeth The word diabolical comes to mind to describe DeSantis’s ‘Marthas Vineyard caper.’ Who else could have concocted a scheme to hire “Perla” to recruit 50 Venezuelans (who were legally in the US), promise them substantial funds and jobs, put them up in a hotel, and then fly them across country—with the Florida governor doing this in Texas.
These gulled human beings arrived by plane in Marthas Vineyard, where local churches and citizens stepped forward to care for them. Meanwhile, questions are being asked as to the legality of a Florida governor using state funds to finance an immigrant scam in Texas.
Judge Cannon continues to be a Trumpist loose cannon. Her bizarre court rulings have produced a Special Master who isn’t following her script on screening documents. Also, Trump is between a legal rock and hard place as his lawyers have been asked to clarify his ex-president’s declassification charade. The smell of criminality?
This is why I call him DeSatan, because every time I see his ugly face, it brings the word evil to my mind. I do love it that the Special Master has already thrown a wrench into the plans of death star and Loose Cannon...(talk about names). And it all absolutely reeks of rot.
Michele I find DeSatan’s resume scary—top jock, excellent academic Ivy record, as SEAL got Bronze Star—. He seems to be a Trump with smarts and similar ethics. A dangerous 2024 presidential candidate.
He is scary. But I am hoping that all these political stunts do not help him. It would be nice if he got into legal trouble over the latest one. I also hope that the sane people in Florida are working to get him voted out. Abbott is equally awful. He resembles my grandfather of the same last name, so I confess to trying to figure out his family background.
YES!
VOTE INTELLIGENTIALLY, KNOW THE FACTS OF THE ISSUES, AND HELP MANY OTHERS DO THE SAME...
PLEASE
Absolutely!!!
Trump's base relishes the idea that he (or a proxy like DeSantis) is just "sticking it to the Libs."
If the Libs get stuck viciously and a group of "them" gets harmed, even better for the base to shriek in cynical joy.
With that as the goal, cruelty becomes a feature, not a bug.
Malignant narcissists don't care.
"How can DeSantis be allowed to play with people’s lives in this way? It is a violation of their human rights!" In the same way Trump has been "allowed" to get away with all he has done. This whole thing about the powerful being above the law really has to be curtailed. Because this type shenanigan is another example of being able to get away with anything...and it should make every one of us mad to the core. VOTE...
Morning love! Rowshan, you must listen to Leigh McGowan, Politics Girl, latest rant from the kitchen. As I have quoted the screen character, Slim Hiller played by Jennifer Lopez, ENOUGH.
https://youtu.be/3_SkuP6x1vg
Unita. 🗽
Her words are mine!!! My question was totally rhetorical, Christine. UNITA!!! Hugs.