Balderdash!
You will not suck me into this attack/defend Trump foolishness. My "balderdash" was directed at the "UGE" over-generalizations of the poster.
And certainly no one tells me of whom I can and can't be proud.
Considering that now over 5 dozen representatives have stated their boycott of the inaugural, it might be worthy of understanding why. In the opinion of many, including a large body of lifelong conservatives, a true patriotic response in view of the hideously indecent and unethical conduct and history of the incoming president, is resistance. Being party to legitimizing such heinously indecent and undignified (not to mention illegal) conduct is not actual patriotism to many of us. This is an individual who openly brags in favor of sexual assault, refuses to disclose his tax returns, and who is being investigated by five governmental & security bodies/agencies for possibly treasonous actions. He has likened our national security agencies to those of Nazi Germany, all the while aligning himself to white supremacists and even mobsters (with whom he partied and was photographed at his Florida New Year's party). Whether it is merely gathering brownie points from the Dems or actual conscience moving someone like our state rep, this was a right call as far as many of us are concerned, including those of us who have never been fans of this particular woman. Would it be appropriate to call oneself a freedom-loving American and have attended the inaugurals for Mussolini or Hitler or Stalin? Well, sad to say, this is a valid comparison when it comes to Putin's best bud, DT. This isn't about being sore losers either, for those too shallow to understand the bigger issues. And respecting the transition of power can be done without lending one's image to the celebratory pomp of someone who is already being considered for impeachment.
"Considering that now over 5 dozen representatives have stated their boycott of the inaugural, it might be worthy of understanding why."
Political grandstanding and virtue signalling.
"In the opinion of many, including a large body of lifelong conservatives, a true patriotic response in view of the hideously indecent and unethical conduct and history of the incoming president, is resistance."
What constitutes a 'large body of lifelong conservatives?' The results of the election is evidence that there is no such 'large body.' 'Hideously indecent and unethical conduct' - examples and proof please, not opinions. And please don't bother to cite the 'crotch grabbing' audio. It's evidence of him saying something stupid in private. Not his finest moment I'm sure, but it's far less egregious than the actual actions and behaviour of previous presidents.
"Being party to legitimizing such heinously indecent and undignified (not to mention illegal) conduct is not actual patriotism to many of us."
Repeating your previously stated opinion does not make it fact. Also, please enlighten us all as to the nature of this illegal activity.
"This is an individual who openly brags in favor of sexual assault, refuses to disclose his tax returns, and who is being investigated by five governmental & security bodies/agencies for possibly treasonous actions."
It wasn't 'openly', it was a private and discrete conversation. It's not 'sexual assault' if the other person is consenting. I seen absolutely zero evidence that Trump has ever been involved in, or spoke in favor of, sexual assault. He isn't required to disclose his tax returns. And I couldn't care less if he used the system to avoid paying taxes that he could legally avoid paying. 'Treasonous actions'? Like what, specifically?
"He has likened our national security agencies to those of Nazi Germany, all the while aligning himself to white supremacists and even mobsters (with whom he partied and was photographed at his Florida New Year's party). Whether it is merely gathering brownie points from the Dems or actual conscience moving someone like our state rep, this was a right call as far as many of us are concerned, including those of us who have never been fans of this particular woman. Would it be appropriate to call oneself a freedom-loving American and have attended the inaugurals for Mussolini or Hitler or Stalin?"
And there it is, the go to card of the left. Specially, mention unsavoury people from history and then try to associate the person we don't like with them. An intellectually bankrupt statement that I will not bother to address except to call it out as such.
"Well, sad to say, this is a valid comparison when it comes to Putin's best bud, DT."
And now all attempts to present yourself as capable of rational dialogue fall away as you resort to baseless accusations and childish name calling.
"This isn't about being sore losers either, for those too shallow to understand the bigger issues."
Yes it is. My IQ is 178 so I believe that I can see the bigger issues just fine, thanks.
"And respecting the transition of power can be done without lending one's image to the celebratory pomp of someone who is already being considered for impeachment."
No, he's not being considered for impeachment. A rabid leftist from CA, whom herself has been investigated for ethics, makes a desperate and moronic of the cuff statement on TV and to you that's enough to parrot as 'fact' that Trump is 'already being considered for impeachment'?
Impeachment.....Wow Typical Liberal.....Time To Get On The Plane With The Rest Of The Idiots And head To Canada Enjoy The The Next Eight Years!!!!!God I Love This.
MY hackles are just fine thank you, neither up nor down. And, "whether you believe it or not" was hardly necessary.
Anyone who is on a tirade and touts their own alleged intelligence by pointing to a high IQ is pretty much an entitled, narrow-minded, narcissistic and delusional deviant. I have an MD AND PhD and an IQ of 180. See what I did there?
I received the following email from the Girl Scouts (my daughter is a member, so I get these emails). I was really impressed with the reasonable language and explanation of their choices in the face of those demanding that they boycott the event. If only our representatives could have such a measured response:
Dear Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts Members and Families:
We have been receiving calls, emails and social media posts from our members in response to the news that Girl Scouts (along with Boy Scouts) will participate in the 2017 Presidential Inaugural Parade on Friday. I am reaching out to you to provide some background.
Girl Scouts is a non-partisan, non-profit organization that by law cannot take positions on political candidates or parties--and we take this very seriously. We encourage and celebrate the diversity of our membership. That said, we do understand that many of our local members are upset by Girl Scouts' participation in Friday's activities.
There's a place for every girl and every viewpoint in our Movement. Each council has the opportunity to make decisions based on interests and beliefs of its local membership. Our Girl Scout sisters at Nation's Capital (in Washington, D.C.) had such an opportunity in September 2016, when more than 1,500 girls applied to be part of the Presidential Inaugural Parade. Imagine the excitement the 75 selected girls felt at being chosen to participate. We heard from our colleagues at Nation's Capital, and understand what a unique and exciting opportunity this is for their girls. They were explicit that their participation is an act of civic engagement and would have happened whichever party had won the presidency. In fact, it is a tradition dating back over 100 years.
On Saturday, women and girls, including Girl Scouts, from across the country will participate in the Women's March in Washington, D.C., and a similar event in Boston. Both this activity and the parade allow girls to participate in these historic moments in a way that supports their interests, as they are choosing individually to participate.
The fact that we have different views is one of the hallmarks of our great nation and the democratic process. The recent election and upcoming inaugural activities have highlighted these differences in a way that perhaps no other election or event during our lifetime has.
We believe that Girl Scouts must stay positive, remain hopeful, and support the peaceful transition of power in our nation's highest elected office.
My response was to offer facts that disprove the accusations of others who believe that anyone who does not think as they do must be 'shallow' or too stupid to 'understand the bigger issues'.
"Anyone who is on a tirade and touts their own alleged intelligence by pointing to a high IQ is pretty much an entitled, narrow-minded, narcissistic and delusional deviant. I have an MD AND PhD and an IQ of 180. See what I did there?"
Yes, I sure did. You made a ass of yourself by offering no meaningful dialogue and, instead, went right to accusations and name calling. Well done, sir.
When Obama took office
Democrats in the house 257
Democrats in the Senate 57
Democratic Governors 28
Democratics in Statehouses 4,082
Party identification 36% D 33% I 30% R
As Trump Takes Office (8 years later)
Democrats in the house 194
Democrats in the Senate 46
Democratic Governors 16
Democratics in Statehouses 3,135
Party identification 25% D 44% I 30% R
The losses are staggering and are a direct result of the way Obama governed. The country voted for Trump in spite of all of his shortcomings because more of the same was unthinkable to them. 11% of the democratic party unenrolled. The country became a sea of RED. The temper tantrums from the democrats staying home tomorrow are not going to help the deep slide the party is going through. The party almost nominated a socialist for president and now wants the socialist Sanders, Elizabeth Warren and Keith Ellison (Nation of Islam & Socialist) to lead the Party. Dem's, look in the mirror. You are all committing political suicide. Read Joe Kennedy's comments this week. Wake up before its too late. This country did not vote for Trump because its racist. It voted for Trump because the Obama Administration took the country in a direction that was unacceptable to them and they didn't want to double down for another 8 years.
I wonder what the two spinsters will be knitting tomorrow, a web of self importance or doilies? [:)s][:)s]
Clark and the other no-shows are from safe districts where there is no "loyal opposition". It does not require "a profile in courage." Despite a Republican governor and a large number of Trump supporters, the existence of a state or
local Republican party organization is not much more than a rumor. Exactly how Clark et al must like it.
If the Clinton's were humble enough to attend the Inauguration Ms. Clark should have respected her position and her constituents and attended today. I did not vote for Trump , but he is our President ! Will Katherine not attend anything now?
Will never get my vote again. She should of been like Warren and still gone for your city and state not for your feelings. I don't care how many went to Boston or Washington D.C. they are sore losers and a lot are bullies including Clark.
Rep. Clark is a hack now! She thinks that because she is in a liberal district that there will not be any push back for her stand - hey Clark - WRONG! I will work with others to defeat this unpatriotic, political hack! She has done little for our district but bring shame on us!
Thank God for Clark, a rep who is not afraid to stand up to this sicko. She nor any of our reps should be honoring a president who admits to indecent assault and battery against women. Thanks to all our reps who were brave enough to stand up against this bully.
Show me the charges. Stop lying.
To Rep Clark: Thank you for ignoring 40% of the electorate in Merose who didn't vote for you! You have really showed your "colors" by dishonoring our vote - you just showed your political bias and disdain for 40% of the Melrose voters - by not honoring the transfer of power and not attending the inauguration of President Trump.
Have you forgotten that you represent ALL of Melrose not 60% of us? We'll show you what we think of your lack of patriotism at your next re-election bid.
They are poor losers! Did anyone every hear that statement before? This is what you have. The mess the city of Boston had to clean up and the police for these poor losers. This should of happened in the summer not after the election stupid people.
Don't forget the Trumps and Clintons are friends and the daughter Chelsea is already coming to the defense of the 10 year old child that the media is bullying. Katherine Clark you need to get out of Washington for not representing your state.
If that was you or I that said what Madonna said we would be in jail and our house computers would of been searched up and down. This is ugly we want the movie stars, singers to keep making movies and songs. Please keep your views on politics to yourself.
When she first ran in Melrose against the man I wish I voted for the man now. What was his name?
The problem with Clark and other Dems like her is they represent the minority to the best of her ability. She is supposed to be a representative of all the constituents in her district, many of whom voted for Trump but instead she decides to be a champion to the few who marched in the ***** parade and she thrives on their cheering and approval of her decision. It's wrong.
And do you crazed Drumf supporters honestly think he is representing the MAJORITY of this country that did NOT vote for him???? You are total hypocrites in your shameless views.
Of course we understand the Constitution. No one disputes that he is the duly elected President. The point is that he does not represent the majority of those people who voted, regardless of where they live. Simply because you rudely care to classify people you do not agree with as "moonbats" does not make them any less the majority of citizens of this country, who expect to be represented and have their views at least be partially considered.
As a Democrat, my feeling is why not stop the animosity (both ways), give the guy a chance to do something constructive, and then go from there.
As always, ad hominem will get us nowhere.
Did anyone notice the white outfit on Prep. Clark at the President's Joint Congress address? This gal really knows how to join her other female congressional colleagues. It would be nice to see some independence from her - rather than always going with the "Crowd"! But this is Rep. Clark - always a "Yes" person, never a free thinker!
After all - you don't become Speaker of the House because of intelligence, knowledge, and non-partisanship - example - Nancy Polosi! Good luck, Rep. Clark - you are well on your way to being Speaker of the House!
Thank God we have someone representing us that is not afraid to speak their mind and go against the tide when they know when something is wrong. Keep it up rep Clark. This is why we voted you in. President Trumptikov and the republicans need to know that sexist, chauvinistic, and predatory behavior is is un-American and will not be tolerated by women and men in our country. The previous poster is part of the problem. Time to re-educate.
How is it that Trump, who received five draft deferments, (including one for "bad feet" which magically were cured when our troops left Vietnam) has been talking tough about going to war, and then shamelessly uses a war widow at the State of the Union to strengthen his position for a strong military, while simultaneously stripping the State Department's budget to help negotiate peace with other countries. Scary $hit we're seeing these days, more to come.
You got the Trump MO down pat - answer a question with another question. All the time Trump was complaining the election was rigged - turns out he was right!
I am still concerned that Kellyanne had her knees on the sofa. How dare she!
Dont argue with Trump supporters, its like talking to a senile wall with less intellect. He got elected because the elderly vote more consistently than the youth. Dont worry, if he doesn't get impeached he wont get a 2nd term. Thank god a good portion of the trumptards will be dead and buried and this brief stain theyve put on our flag will be washed away in no time.
Cant teach dumb old people how to think and act progressively, they'll always vote for the unintelligent, racist white man that makes them feel safe in their depends.
Voting Age should be 18-55. Mandatory drivers license retests should begin at 60. Take away the seniles ability to **** up our country please.
This is great how my stock has gone up since President Trump took office.
Yep the mindless uneducated liberal left. I only hold disdain for those who are mentally unfit to participate in the future our our great country. If you think a popular vote loss of 3mill votes is a good sign for the Republican parties future your in for a painful surprise. You represent the past, regression and defunctness, and thank god those who share your views are dying off significantly faster than the educated liberal left is being born. This is your last hoorah lol, you'll be viewed as bigots and racists in the history books like those who opposed segregation.
You should research demographics, your views are more closely aligned with the incestuous south, which I can only assume you spawn from? Thankfully we live in a state where simpleton minds like yours are a minority.
As for stock, yes because everything he does has an immediate effect and none of it resulted from Obamas actions xD god people are dumb. But no, give credit to the man who thought our GDP was below 0, has multiple bankruptcies under his belt and countless failed endeavors. Oh but he's some genius economic mind because his daddy gave him 200 million dollars in the 70s? As he dodged the draft...
People werent ready for a female president (as horrendous as she was she was the status quo) so we got stuck with a tv personality with no business acumen and only media source is twitter. The nations a joke, itll be fun to watch for 4 years as the republican party shows us comedy we havent seen since Bush, then we can get back on track.
If we find some way to keep the seniles alive then maybe he will make it past 4 but we will be the US of Russia.
Hey TrumpTard.....at least our current President has sat down with the major decision-makers in industry to try and get the economy running great again - Obama showed no interest in sitting down with these people - except for Hollywood types! He was a dud with a capital D!
Concerning a woman as President - if she didn't corrupt the system with her illegal email system, her constant lying, and her deceitful demeanor, she would be President - but the nation saw through her dishonesty - and the corrupt Democrats went along with her.