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It is no longer Donald Trump this or Donald Trump that. When you speak of him substitute the words the United States instead because he is being supported by both houses of Congress and a large percentage of the American public.

 

I shall be interested to see what the people of Alabama decide on December 12th but apparently there is a good chance that an accused pedophile and stalker of young teenage girls will be elected as a senator of the United States. He is supported by the President of the United States.

 

I am feeling very sad about the fact that so many millions of people are ready to throw women under the bus and the LGBTQ community along with them.

 

I am perhaps more nervous that Trump will resign or be impeached and they will have Mike Pence in his place. A true hater.

 

Just some musings.

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Never imagined American politics would make it's way here.

 

For the start, his support his razor thin in the Senate and marginal in congress. As for the U.S. population, only 27% of registered voters actually supported him. 29% voted for Clinton and 44% didn't vote at all.

 

His far right policies are not just homophobic and misogynistic, but also very racist. He's been more sympathetic toward white supremacists than women and minorities victim of violence.

 

The only light at the end of the tunnel is his incapacity to materialize any of his promises and the prosecution slowly penetrating his inner circle regarding to the Russian collusion probe. If Pence ends up in his place, he won't have time to save the sinking administration.

 

Hopefully humanity will learn from this democratic anomaly.

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He won. Get over it.

 

He never stopped campaigning and spends more time on Twitter and golf courses than actually working on his policies. If he won, not sure anyone told him. LOL

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How low can he go?

You're familiar with the saying "hold my beer"?

 

There's a lot of angry people out there(not just in the US) that feel left behind and they are looking for someone to blame... that doesn't involve looking in a mirror, god forbid! Easy pickings for a demagogue.

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How low can he go?

You're familiar with the saying "hold my beer"?

 

There's a lot of angry people out there(not just in the US) that feel left behind and they are looking for someone to blame... that doesn't involve looking in a mirror, god forbid! Easy pickings for a demagogue.

 

It kind of crosses the line when people are starting to root for the local child molester.

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It kind of crosses the line when people are starting to root for the local child molester.

 

The GOP used to be the Grand Old Party. Unfortunately, they'll soon just be the Government Of Pedophiles at this rate.

 

i must admit, I keep an eye on US politics for the popcorn-worthy stuff (of which there is a great deal) but I've given up caring about it. There comes a point where stressing over other people's self-inflicted problems isn't worth it any more.

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The GOP used to be the Grand Old Party. Unfortunately, they'll soon just be the Government Of Pedophiles at this rate.

 

i must admit, I keep an eye on US politics for the popcorn-worthy stuff (of which there is a great deal) but I've given up caring about it. There comes a point where stressing over other people's self-inflicted problems isn't worth it any more.

 

Two words: DUMPSTER FIRE.

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wow Ok I need to immediately leave this thread lol If I start to comment, I wont stop. I'll just say that I am shocked by a lot of the over-simplification and misinformation on here. I really thought Canada was better than this. Not all, some were bang-on and I thank you for speaking up to the others because, given this site has everything to do with my profession, I must remain professional which means being as apolitical as possible.

 

Saying what I have, no one will know to which posts I am referring and sadly, I need to weigh the professionalism of Jessy Celeste over what the rest of me wants to say and try to reason with those who are way off their facts and/or taking stances that would likely change simply with one sentence that reflects the meaning of the words back at them, before they parrot what they have heard others say without thinking. I have that confidence because I know some of you, be it personally or from reading your other views, I can deduce that your sentiments would change if you would just stop to think about what it is you are saying.

 

lol So like, on a lighter note, this is me... NOT COMMENTING lol

Obviously I mean I am not going to comment on specific statements here.

 

I rarely regret anything but I regret clicking on this thread. The consolation was the ability to pick up the shards of my shattered hope with some of the better comments on here.

 

Sigh...

 

I'm really looking forward to my next appointment now so I can forget about this and be reminded what one of the many great pleasures of freedom are.

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wow Ok I need to immediately leave this thread lol If I start to comment, I wont stop. I'll just say that I am shocked by a lot of the over-simplification and misinformation on here. I really thought Canada was better than this. Not all, some were bang-on and I thank you for speaking up to the others because, given this site has everything to do with my profession, I must remain professional which means being as apolitical as possible.

 

Saying what I have, no one will know to which posts I am referring and sadly, I need to weigh the professionalism of Jessy Celeste over what the rest of me wants to say and try to reason with those who are way off their facts and/or taking stances that would likely change simply with one sentence that reflects the meaning of the words back at them, before they parrot what they have heard others say without thinking. I have that confidence because I know some of you, be it personally or from reading your other views, I can deduce that your sentiments would change if you would just stop to think about what it is you are saying.

 

lol So like, on a lighter note, this is me... NOT COMMENTING lol

Obviously I mean I am not going to comment on specific statements here.

 

I rarely regret anything but I regret clicking on this thread. The consolation was the ability to pick up the shards of my shattered hope with some of the better comments on here.

 

Sigh...

 

I'm really looking forward to my next appointment now so I can forget about this and be reminded what one of the many great pleasures of freedom are.

 

Trump's former National Security Advisor just plead guilty to lying to the FBI. Can't be more straight forward than that.

 

Have a nice weekend.

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Ok Ive changed my mind on just one point... I cant put a price on integrity. To everyone who says, 'He won, get over it.' Are you kidding me? Do you not care about freedom and democracy?

 

 

I agree with most of your arguments. But you got to keep in mind we're talking about a man who never accepted the legitimacy of his predecessor on the ground of a repeatedly debunked racist conspiracy theory. A man who called the popular vote the only true measure of victory. And a man who couldn't tell the truth even if his life depended on it. He takes credit to the success of measures taken by the previous administration and won't take responsibility on failures he put his signature on. He regularly sympathizes with white nationalist and will personally attack everyone who dares questioning him. He repeatedly violated his oath to represent the U.S. population and protect their rights. Even controversial predecessors like Nixon and W.Bush could unite the country and represent all of them in moments of crisis. Trump can't even honor native veterans without insulting them with a racial slur.

 

Yes he won. But according to his own words, he's not worthy of the position and to represent his country. He made the history book , great for him. If he really cares about his country and the population, he will allow someone who gives a crap to take over.

 

As for the "anti-Hillary" thing, I take it with a grain of salt. She made her share of mistakes, but the fake news on her jumped the shark with conspiracy theories including "Pizzagate", satanic rituals, fake campaign rallies and many others. As for Sanders, he was popular but you can't expect a nation built on capitalism to turn socialist on a dime. If Sanders was serious about it he would have run as an independent instead of trying to hijack the Democratic party the same way Trump did with the Republicans. Sanders only wanted to create a dialogue and the impact was greatly overhyped. The fact Clinton managed to win the popular vote by nearly 3 million says it all.

 

No hard feelings. Enjoy the rest of the day. :-)

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Wow! mrrnice2, you really stirred up some strong feelings with this post. Good job!

 

Here is my limited take on the state of things. I think much of it has to do with economics.

 

The current populist/nationalist movement around the world seems to me to be a knee-jerk reaction intended to blame others for what are complex economic problems now affecting the white, middle class... problems we all play a part in.

Number 1 on that list... apathy! If you don't vote you're part of the problem! If most people don't want a fascist in charge then get off your ass and vote. Giving up your rights never solved anything.

Number 2... looking externally and never internally for solutions. First step to improving your life is a good look in the mirror. After some serious self evaluation, then look for help.

Number 3... stop blaming "outsiders". Immigrants are not the major cause of your problems. It's your intolerance that is holding you back, not mexicans/muslims/foreigners/etc.

Number 4... ask yourself who is more responsible for the welfare of the economy, corporations or consumers? If you only blame corporations while you shop walmart "where the lowest price is the law" then don't blame corporations when they shop for the lowest wages in a global economy to give you that lowest price law. Buy from a local small business wherever possible and support local jobs.

Number 5... enough with the high expectations and sense of entitlement I see more and more nowadays. I'm not sure if recovering our sense of responsibility and compassion towards each other is the easiest thing we can do or the hardest, especially in this high tech/less personal world.

 

Jessy is right, the problems are complex but the world is the way WE make it and you do still have some control over that. You want an egalitarian world? Start with yourself and build from there.

 

Sorry for the rant. :)

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I think an inescapable conclusion - in the current context - is that Donald Trump is not the main problem. Of course, he is a problem but the real issue is what has happened to US politics and the underlying culture. 30 years of culture wars, evangelicals, the gun lobby and a poisoned media and a corrupt political finance system have brought us to this. Frankly, I don't see a route out of the situation since the country is so polarized and the forces that have the wind in their sails are not the moderates. When a country gets to the point that it is acceptable to vote for an accused pedophile in order to keep those damn "liberals" out it is hard to see any resolution short of eventual fighting in the streets.

 

On that dark note... I am thankful I live in boring old Canada and take another sip of wine...

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I think an inescapable conclusion - in the current context - is that Donald Trump is not the main problem. Of course, he is a problem but the real issue is what has happened to US politics and the underlying culture. 30 years of culture wars, evangelicals, the gun lobby and a poisoned media and a corrupt political finance system have brought us to this. Frankly, I don't see a route out of the situation since the country is so polarized and the forces that have the wind in their sails are not the moderates. When a country gets to the point that it is acceptable to vote for an accused pedophile in order to keep those damn "liberals" out it is hard to see any resolution short of eventual fighting in the streets.

 

On that dark note... I am thankful I live in boring old Canada and take another sip of wine...

 

Absolutely. Trump is just the pus in the wound, not the underlying infection. But honestly, I don't see how this gets fixed. Between the propaganda operation on one side, the apathy and "they're all just as bad" in the middle, and the huge bar to setting up a viable third party in the US system, the GOP isn't going to be pushed out to its natural habitat on the margins of society.

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The GOP used to be the Grand Old Party. Unfortunately, they'll soon just be the Government Of Pedophiles at this rate.

 

Postponed :)

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Postponed :)

 

Not as long Trump remains in office. Keep in mind that on top of the "Access Hollywood" tape and the 15 women who went public, Trump was also accused of raping a 13-year-old girl in 1994. While that case was dropped for lack of evidence, it's hard to dismiss it when Trump seems to sympathise with known sexual predators like Jeffrey Epstein, Anthony Gilberthorpe and Roy Moore. Also, the circumstances on why the charges were dropped were never made clear. With Trump legal team's history of settling cases out of court, it's also hard to dismiss the possibility her silence was bought.

 

While Moore lost, the fact Trump and the Republicans supported and funded him will always remain. If Trump can't get his tax plan done, Republicans will start to rebel a bit more publicly and think of their survival in the midterm elections.

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The big orange bigot has his moment in the sun.

I expect the experience is about to get more interesting.

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With a "president" who thinks Nazis are "very fine people," calls himself a "genius" and thinks that an entire continent is a "shithole," there is no bottom.

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and Oprah is the Dems next saviour lol !!! God Help Us.

Trump is presiding over 4% GDP growth

Obama less than 1/2 that in four years despite trillions in deficit spending.

 

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and the reason we have to secure public facilities including embassies against terrorist attacks - with 'diversity bollards' - is that we no longer make an effort to protect our borders.

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and Oprah is the Dems next saviour lol !!! God Help Us.

 

She reads the documents she signs, she doesn't need Fox News and Breitbart to know what do and think, she doesn't know "good" white supremacists, she can get can get the minority vote out and never called majority black countries "shitholes". If she actually accepted to run against Trump, she would have no problems winning both the electoral college and popular vote! Not the greatest candidate, but at this point, anyone else would be an improvement.

 

Trump is presiding over 4% GDP growth

Obama less than 1/2 that in four years despite trillions in deficit spending.

 

The Obama years had constant growth and Trump is currently capitalising on Obama's programs. If taking credit for Obama's track record was not bad enough, he also lies about job his "record breaking" job numbers that's actually come short compared to Obama's last year.

 

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and the reason we have to secure public facilities including embassies against terrorist attacks - with 'diversity bollards' - is that we no longer make an effort to protect our borders.

 

Fear mongering and racism are not helpful in a modern world. And with "Shithole" Trump latest blunder, the little respect his country and the rest of the world had for him is pretty much gone. If he had any self-respect, he would resign before someone else takes the decision for him.

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