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Mikie

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He’s not stupid. In fact, he’s got very strong con-man instincts, since that’s been his entire life. He’s managed limited success in business because ...
January 12, 2021 at 19:09
Yeah, just in terms of precedent. It puts the Republicans in a position to have to vote against it, which is good, while keeping Trump's ability to ru...
January 11, 2021 at 16:19
I can see that -- and that's a shame, I think. But you're in big company, and that's exactly the problem. And you're well above average in your activi...
January 11, 2021 at 16:16
No, because that leaves 83 total. Two-thirds of 83 would be 55, so you'd still need a good deal (5, if done after Democrats take over), even in that v...
January 11, 2021 at 16:05
I'm pretty certain, yes. Different but not huge. When there are important votes, almost every senator shows up. If you need 17 or so Republicans, even...
January 11, 2021 at 15:48
I too share the interest in nuclear weapons and, you're right, it's taken a back seat to climate change and other issues (social justice, etc). But ta...
January 11, 2021 at 15:45
https://www.nationalreview.com/news/talk-radio-owner-threatens-to-fire-hosts-who-dispute-election-results/ Interesting. Mark Levin, Dan Bongino, and B...
January 11, 2021 at 15:20
If they convict him in the senate, he's barred from holding public office again. But that's unlikely to happen, given that 67 senators are needed to d...
January 11, 2021 at 15:11
Yes, but worth pointing out more explicitly. Appreciated. After being threatened with a billion dollar lawsuit. I hope that sends a message, and I hop...
January 11, 2021 at 15:10
Having grown up spending a lot of time in the woods, I often prefer it over the social world as well. But if ever there were a time where we need all ...
January 11, 2021 at 15:07
https://twitter.com/carlquintanilla/status/1348599278877470721 Interesting. Cumulus Media now giving a few hosts an ultimatum.
January 11, 2021 at 15:02
This is not meant to be insulting, because I've felt (and continue to feel) this way as well, but I think it's worth attempting to grow out of this ki...
January 11, 2021 at 14:43
That's interesting. I suspect you're right. I've been on Facebook since near the beginning, when you needed a college email to get on. I've deleted se...
January 11, 2021 at 14:31
Well said. This appears exactly right. And I hold no illusions about the benevolence of social media platforms.
January 11, 2021 at 12:56
The right is arguing that because they’re monopolies, there’s a different set of rules. They cite Iran and Syria leaders being allowed to say things f...
January 11, 2021 at 03:59
Don’t get the joke. Shocker. Congratulations, Brett. You’ve once again proven too boring to even have a petty argument with. :yawn:
January 11, 2021 at 03:53
I’m not obliged to explain this to you.
January 11, 2021 at 03:48
I’ll go back to ignoring him as well. It’s pretty easy. I couldn’t help myself given the disgrace on Wednesday and his response to it.
January 11, 2021 at 03:46
Yes, you have.
January 11, 2021 at 03:43
Can’t bring yourself to say it, can you? Just like Trump. Won’t be bullied into condemning violence. What a hero. In any case, you don’t have to. I al...
January 11, 2021 at 03:40
Yes, this applies to those who, rather than explicitly condemn the actions outright, offer nothing but qualifications and excuses. While also not outr...
January 11, 2021 at 03:35
Yet given the opportunity to outright condemn it, you pull a Trump, then cite the Crucible. Fine people on both sides, I hear.
January 11, 2021 at 03:28
Please. Rationality and politeness don’t apply to those who, for example, storm buildings shouting “hang Pence” because they believe in a fantasy. The...
January 11, 2021 at 03:25
Keep defending domestic terrorists Brett. You hero. Noble work.
January 11, 2021 at 03:21
Seconded. Proudly. I’d say the same to the hijackers of 9/11 and their supporters and enablers. If these people want a civil war, they’ve got it. It’s...
January 11, 2021 at 03:12
Exactly. Let the neo-Nazis make their own platform. They're free to do so. They're not entitled to an op-ed in the WSJ, nor the algorithms of Twitter,...
January 11, 2021 at 01:24
A Trump supporter telling someone to be embarrassed. :rofl: Both "curating" and "information" are incorrect. Neither apply.
January 11, 2021 at 01:18
Tough shit. "Specious reasons" means exactly nothing coming from someone who believes the election was stolen.
January 11, 2021 at 01:07
Yang is fine. I would have liked to see him get more traction. But Sanders' message was far better, in my view.
January 11, 2021 at 01:02
Republicans and social media had years to take a stand on Trump. Waiting until the very end like this is clearly opportunistic. On the other hand, giv...
January 11, 2021 at 00:57
Let me make it easy: THERE WAS NO ELECTION FRAUD. Saying something like “I don’t know” is itself a copout. I don’t know that Santa Claus lives in the ...
January 10, 2021 at 14:54
No one was talking about fraud in 2016. Some believed that Russian interference (which did take place) had an influence on the election results, and t...
January 10, 2021 at 13:30
:lol:
January 10, 2021 at 03:15
“Post-truth is pre-fascism, and Trump has been our post-truth president. When we give up on truth, we concede power to those with the wealth and chari...
January 10, 2021 at 03:14
Articulated rather well, I think. Extra points for accuracy.
January 10, 2021 at 03:06
My gut tells me they’re going to stick with Trump to the bitter end (that is to say, when his voters lose interest or are no longer voting for him in ...
January 10, 2021 at 02:31
You say you want a revolution well, you know...
January 10, 2021 at 02:25
I wonder why.
January 10, 2021 at 02:19
I really can’t believe people still use this phrase. “Just your opinion.” Well it’s just YOUR opinion that it’s my opinion. Really adds depth to the d...
January 10, 2021 at 02:16
Excellent idea. I'm actually really hoping this happens. It's not outside the realm of possibility, although probably unlikely.
January 09, 2021 at 03:27
What a stupid comment.
January 08, 2021 at 15:53
We’re all glad you’re here to make sure the record is set straight. Just a straight-shooter seeking the truth objectively. :rofl:
January 08, 2021 at 15:45
Good observation.
January 08, 2021 at 05:33
Just nice to know you’re not fooling anyone with this act, probably not even your self. Your hypocrisy and pro-Trump bias is obvious. But please carry...
January 08, 2021 at 05:30
:clap:
January 08, 2021 at 04:51
There was no fraud and no cheating. Lord and savior Trump saying so repeatedly doesn’t make it true. Your delusions are your own.
January 08, 2021 at 04:47
:lol: Yeah, Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln — Trump. An impeached, deranged failed businessman and reality TV star who cheats on his wife with porn sta...
January 08, 2021 at 01:53
lol.
January 08, 2021 at 01:40
Go rest your head Brett.
January 08, 2021 at 01:34
They're all jumping ship, including a surprising number of his supporters. I'm seeing it even in online forums -- Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc. Mak...
January 07, 2021 at 21:47