Friday Talking Points -- Trump Singlehandedly Destroys World Economy
So, does everyone feel wonderfully "liberated" now?
President Donald Trump, in his second term, decided to liberate himself from having any adults in the room when he made important decisions. Instead, he surrounded himself with ass-kissers and other assorted sycophants, all of whom tell him he is great no matter what crazy notion pops into his head.
This is the result. Yesterday, the Dow Jones average lost 1,600 points. Today it lost another 2,200 points. Trump has singlehandedly crashed the economy -- and we're only two days in.
At the end of a very frightening week, the Washington Post ran an article which explained the decision process that went into Trump's tariff scheme. It was precisely what you would expect -- a bunch of experts gave him a number of possible options, and then Trump ignored all of them and came up with his own plan -- which bears no relation to economic reality. Once he had decided, everyone enthusiastically went along with it. This article had one terrifying insider quote:
Inside and outside the White House, advisers say Trump is unbowed even as the world reels from the biggest increase in trade hostilities in a century. They say Trump is unperturbed by negative headlines or criticism from foreign leaders. He is determined to listen to a single voice -- his own -- to secure what he views as his political legacy.
"He's at the peak of just not giving a f--- anymore," said a White House official with knowledge of Trump's thinking. "Bad news stories? Doesn't give a f---. He's going to do what he's going to do. He's going to do what he promised to do on the campaign trail."
This isn't rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic. This is the captain of the ship actively seeking out the biggest iceberg imaginable and then steering the ship straight towards it at full power. After the collision, he is now assuring everyone that they should ignore the water flooding the decks and that there's simply no reason to jump in a lifeboat, since everything is going to be just fine. Because he says so.
Before Trump made his announcement, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries made a prediction that it wasn't going to be remembered as "Liberation Day" (as Trump called it) but instead as "Recession Day." Turns out he might have been too optimistic, at that.
On the campaign trail last year, Trump told everyone he'd take us back to the wonderful economy we enjoyed during his first term. Well, he has succeeded, but not in the way he had hoped. The stock market is crashing worse than at any point since the very start of the COVID pandemic -- when Trump was also in charge. Trump wanted everyone to conveniently forget about that pesky pandemic (and what it did to the economy), but now we're all being reminded of just how bad things got at the end of his first term. Mission accomplished!
In fact, it's gotten so bad that even Republicans are now pushing back. Well, four of them at any rate, in the Senate (and, late-breaking news: one in the House as well). Senators Mitch McConnell, Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, and Rand Paul all voted for a Democratic measure to end the "national emergency" Trump declared so he could put his initial tariffs on Canada. The bill passed, but until a whole bunch of other Republicans decide to cross their Dear Leader it will go nowhere in the House. Even if such a bill passed both chambers, it would eventually need to overcome Trump's veto, so we're still a long way from Congress wresting the power of levying tariffs back from the president. However, if the stock market continues to slide and the economic effects of the tariffs really start hitting home to average American consumers, more and more Republicans might decide that enough is enough. We'll have to wait and see if this pushback does grow to such a level, but at least such an offramp does exist.
Trump ran for office promising that he'd bring prices down on everything. He has now singlehandedly driven prices up. He promised he'd get inflation down, but his tariffs are going to drive it way up. His one metric he uses to gauge the health of the economy is ridiculous, since trade deficits don't actually "rip off" America in any way (any more than you have a "trade deficit" with Safeway because they don't buy anything you have). He called his big announcement "Liberation Day," but what he's "liberating" everyone from is being able to afford buying stuff because it is cheap.
It's not just the way he talks about it all that is Orwellian, it's the math he used to figure out the individual tariffs as well. We wrote about this yesterday, so we'll just provide a quick list of some of what economists and politicians (from both sides of the aisle) are saying about this methodology and the announced tariffs:
- a disaster of idiocy
- not only bad economically, they're bad politically
- an indefensible foundation to an indefensible policy
- extraordinary nonsense
- basically gibberish... divorced from economic analysis
- a botched and child-like formula
- this is to economics what creationism is to biology, astrology is to astronomy, or RFK thought is to vaccine science
- this is bananas... indescribably crazy
- malignant stupidity
- one of the biggest unforced economic policy errors in US history
But Trump doesn't care. As (once again, because it is so frightening) one of his own White House officials put it: "He's at the peak of just not giving a f--- anymore. Bad news stories? Doesn't give a f---."
Trump used to be rather obsessed with the stock market's performance. He obviously doesn't care about that anymore. Perhaps he'll care about plummeting poll numbers? One can only hope. His job approval numbers have gone underwater, but only by a few points (so far -- all of these polls were taken before "Liberation Day"). But he's already down 10 points on how he's handling the economy, and over 12 points on how he's handling inflation. Let's see what the polls say in a week or two, when all that "liberation" really sinks in with the public. It's a pretty safe bet that Trump's polling is going to get worse -- the only real question is by how much.
Americans are not generally in favor of making sacrifices, to be blunt. Even in times of war or global pandemic. Neither of those applies now -- this trade war Trump just launched was entirely self-inflicted, for purely political reasons. His most faithful MAGA followers might see it as a point of pride to pay a whole bunch more for everything, but most people aren't going to have that reaction. Most people are horrified at what is happening to their 401(k) plans right now -- and that's before all the new price hikes show up in the stores.
Trump is not making America great again. He is instead making America small and insignificant. He is driving the rest of the world (including all our closest allies) away in fear. He's got this sepia-toned fantasy of us all going back to the 1950s, where America dominated a world shattered by World War II, but that's not how it's all going to play out. Back then, the rest of the world was grateful to us, for things like the Marshall Plan. But that concept runs counter to Trump's "America first" philosophy. There was an enormous earthquake in Asia last week, and rather than America taking a leading role in helping aid the recovery, we were nowhere to be found:
Hours after a 7.7-magnitude earthquake devastated Myanmar on Friday, sending dangerous tremors across Southeast Asia, the American officials charged with responding to the disaster received their termination letters from Washington.
Most of the personnel who would have made up a U.S. response team, including security and sanitation experts, were already on indefinite leave. Many of the U.S. programs that would have provided lifesaving materials, including fuel for ambulances and medical kits, were shuttered weeks ago. U.S. planes and helicopters in nearby Thailand, which have been used before for disaster relief, never made it off the ground.
America's response to the catastrophic earthquake has been crippled by the Trump administration's sweeping cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development, according to eight current and former USAID employees who worked on Myanmar, as well as former State Department officials and leaders of international aid agencies. Three days after the disaster, American teams have yet to be deployed to the quake zone -- a marked contrast with other similar catastrophes, when U.S. personnel were on the ground within hours.
That is how the rest of the world sees us now. And that was before Trump launched a pointless and self-defeating trade war with every country on the planet -- including even one populated solely by penguins.
Trump is realigning the entire world against the United States. Europe and China are talking about having closer ties, since we simply cannot be relied upon anymore. Trump seems angriest at our closest allies, while being as friendly as possible to our adversaries. A few countries did manage to escape having any tariffs levied on them -- which included North Korea and Russia. What sort of signal does that send to would-be allies?
To top off the week, Trump skipped a ceremony welcoming home four dead soldiers (who died in a training accident in Lithuania this week... which Trump wasn't even briefed on and had to be informed about by a reporter's questions) and waltzed away from the crashing stock market so he could attend a fundraiser and a golf tournament. Nothing could better convey the message that he just doesn't care about anyone but himself.
You'll have to forgive us, since we are largely going to skip over all the other political news this week, but the impact of "Liberation Day" has pretty much overshadowed everything else.
It's not even worth an Honorable Mention, but it is something to make people smile, so we have to start with the story of two adorable little kids who were getting their photo taken during the big cherry blossom celebration in Washington D.C. this week. Their photo could have been ruined, since someone walked right behind them as the camera clicked. But rather than have the photographer digitally remove the image of the stranger, the parents proudly posted it unedited, because it turned out they were photobombed by none other than Barack Obama.
We do have an Honorable Mention for a young Democrat who is running for Congress this week. And she's already got a great slogan for her campaign:
On Monday, Kat Abughazaleh announced her candidacy for Congress with a YouTube video. "What if we didn't suck?" she asked.
The "we" she was referring to was the Democratic Party.
"Unfortunately, this party has become one where you have to look to the exceptions for real leadership as the majority work from an outdated playbook," she said to the camera.
Abughazaleh is a 26-year-old content creator who lives on the North Side of Chicago. She cut her teeth at the liberal watchdog group Media Matters, where she monitored right-wing media and has continued to make left-leaning videos and social media posts after she was laid off last year.
Her candidacy is a longshot, since she will be running against Representative Jan Schakowsky, who has held the seat since 1999 (the year Abughazaleh was born). Schakowsky will be hard to beat in a primary, since she hasn't earned any ire from Democrats for any particular reason -- the race won't be an ideological one so much as a generational one. And we all know the Democratic Party could use a few new fresh faces, so it'll be interesting to see how this goes. In related news, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is ahead in a new poll that asked New York voters who they'd prefer as senator: her, or Chuck Schumer. A.O.C. got 55 percent to Schumer's 36 percent.
But we have two Most Impressive Democrat Of The Week awards to hand out this week, the first going to a candidate who just chalked up an amazingly impressive win. Well, technically judicial candidates in Wisconsin are supposed to be non-partisan, but it was pretty easy to see which party Susan Crawford was aligned with, since none other than Elon Musk weighed in (heavily -- to the tune of $25 million) for the other candidate in the race.
The entire election for a seat on the state's supreme court became a referendum on Musk, in fact, which made it even easier for Crawford to win. Wisconsin has been decided in the last three presidential races by a single percentage point, but Crawford easily romped to a 10-point victory.
This was cause for much celebrating among Democratic ranks, far beyond the borders of the Badger State. Not only did they score a big and very important win (if the conservative had won, the entire balance of power on the court would have shifted), but they got to directly defeat Elon Musk. Musk is, not to put too fine a point on it, unpopular. And it seems the more people see and hear from him, the less popular he gets. Trying to flat-out buy an election doesn't always work, when the money is coming from someone seen as being akin to Dr. Evil.
The victory was about as sweeping as you can get, too. Every single county in the state shifted towards Democrats from the 2024 election results. Put this together with the overperformance of two Democrats in special House elections in Florida on the same day, and things are looking decidedly grim for Republicans. And all of this was before Trump intentionally wrecked the economy.
The midterms are a long way off, 'tis true, but the solid victory in Wisconsin gave Democrats a whole lot more hope, heading towards them. So not just for an impressive victory but for revitalizing the party's vibe nationwide, we have to award Susan Crawford a MIDOTW award.
But we have a second award to hand out as well, this week. Senator Cory Booker stood up in the Senate to give a speech. The time was seven o'clock at night. He spoke at length, and sat down a little after eight o'clock -- the next night.
It wasn't technically a filibuster, since it wasn't holding up a Senate vote, but Booker's performance did put him in the Senate record books for the longest speech ever. This broke a record which has meaning for Booker -- one of only 14 Black senators in American history -- since the previous record-holder was Strom Thurmond, who filibustered a Civil Rights Act for over 24 hours, way back in the 1950s.
Booker's entire speech was impressive. He did not merely read from the phone book or read children's books (as Ted Cruz did during his own lengthy speech, a few years back). He ripped into the Trump administration -- up one side and down the other -- for the entire 25 hours. He was inspirational and uplifting. It was precisely the sort of thing Democrats have been looking to their elected officials for ever since Trump took office, in fact.
Booker is no stranger to political theater, and he will most likely run for president again. But his speech was not just a stunt, it was a reaction to Democrats everywhere being downright frustrated that Democrats in Congress haven't been fighting the good fight nearly hard enough.
Booker showed that there still is some fighting spirit left in the Democratic Party. He set a fine example of how to do so, in fact. Which is why he's an easy choice for this week's Most Impressive Democrat Of The Week award. Well done, Senator Booker, well done. History will remember what you did this week.
[Congratulate Senator Cory Booker on his Senate contact page, to let him know you appreciate his efforts. Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice-Elect Susan Crawford is not in office yet, and we don't link to campaign websites as a rule, so you'll have to seek her contact info out yourself if you'd like to congratulate her.]
We are happy to say that no Democrat deeply disappointed us this week. The disappointment all came from the Republicans, and there sure was enough of that to go around, but it was good to see that no Democrat crossed the aisle in support of Trump taking the country's economy down in flames.
So we're going to put the Most Disappointing Democrat Of The Week award back on the shelf until next week.
Volume 790 (4/4/25)
Obviously, it's a one-subject kind of week this week. So our talking points are all different riffs on the same theme -- ridiculing Trump's "Liberation Day" label for the Orwellian promise it truly is.
The worse things get, the more these talking points are going to sting.
The freedom to pay more
This one's got a preamble that could be cut and pasted for any of these.
"Trump declared 'Liberation Day' this week as he announced his plans to destroy the world's economy. He doesn't care what this is going to mean for average Americans -- he even said so, when he was talking about his automobile tariffs: 'I couldn't care less' if prices go up. That's his attitude, folks. As for the rest of us, we all get to be liberated from paying less money for things we buy. Isn't that great? We've all now got the freedom to pay more for the same products -- yay!"
The freedom to work longer
Hammer this one home.
"You know what else we've all been 'liberated' from? Having a nice secure retirement. Nobody needed to watch a horror film this week -- if you wanted to be scared, you just checked on how your 401(k) is doing. The stock market is entering bear territory, sharply down from when Trump took office. And it only looks like it's going to get worse and worse the more time goes by. Don't you all feel nice and 'liberated'? You've now got the freedom to work many more years than you had planned for -- what fun!"
The freedom of the rest of the world to hate us
This one's just embarrassing.
"Trump is not making America great, what he's doing is making America into a laughingstock and a country to be hated by the rest of the world. He has 'liberated' us from being seen as the leader of the free world -- a position we have held for over three-quarters of a century. America is now seen as not to be trusted. As a country to be feared, because it cannot provide the stability we've long stood for. As a country that refuses to help other countries in any way. As a country that will stab its friends in the back at the drop of a hat. So yeah, enjoy the freedom that comes with no longer being seen as a world leader -- doesn't that just make you proud?"
The freedom of watching prices rise
This one's going to hurt Trump worse than all the rest of it, most likely.
"Donald Trump got elected on a promise to lower inflation, but his tariffs are going to do the exact opposite. They're going to raise prices on just about everything. Trump brushes all this off by saying everyone can just 'feel a little pain,' no big deal. He has 'liberated' us all from seeing inflation go down, folks. We now have the freedom to watch prices spiral ever-upwards, with the promise of some pie-in-the-sky future where everything is going to somehow be wonderful -- don't you feel relieved by Trump's fantasy future?"
The freedom not to make money on tourism
This one only works in places that have tourist attractions, but that covers a whole lot of places, really.
"Trump is 'liberating' the tourism industry from making billions and billions of dollars on foreigners visiting the United States. And who can blame them? Who would want to visit the country that is destroying not just their own economy but the entire world's? People are making vacation plans elsewhere, because they cannot support what this country is doing. So all those hotels and resorts and tourist attractions will now have the freedom not to take in billions from foreigners any more -- because they definitely don't want to support 'America first' in any way."
The freedom for banks to rip you off
This one was just pure spite from the Republicans.
"You know what else Republicans have now 'liberated' us all from? Having bank fees like overdraft fees capped at only five bucks. The Senate voted to overturn the rule Joe Biden put into place which limited these fees, so they'll go right back up to $35 or whatever else the bank feels like charging you. So everyone should just revel in the freedom to give big banks more money for basic services -- oh boy!"
Freedom from growth
And we close with the term Hakeem Jeffries came up with.
"Trump called blowing up the economy for no reason 'Liberation Day,' but Hakeem Jeffries got it right when he called it 'Recession Day.' Because we're all about to be 'liberated' from watching the economy continue to grow. Instead, get used to an economy filled with pessimism and gloom. And the freedom to experience a recession now looks like the best case -- we've all just got to hope that the Trump Tax doesn't send the economy into a full-blown depression. So we've all got that to look forward to!"
-- Chris Weigant
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Cross-posted at: Democratic Underground
What an excellent Friday Talking Points post!
Two Impressive Democrats, yes indeed, Crawford and Booker putting in amazing accomplishments that promote the Democratic Party and its voters.
ZERO Disappointing Democrats, how refreshing, how honest, how just plain nice.
Talking Points that make sense, that rhyme, that follow a theme, and are easy to remember and bring up in conversations. Thanks so much for all of this, Chris!
To top off the week, Trump skipped a ceremony welcoming home four dead soldiers (who died in a training accident in Lithuania this week... which Trump wasn't even briefed on and had to be informed about by a reporter's questions) and waltzed away from the crashing stock market so he could attend a fundraiser and a golf tournament.
I am sure Trump WAS briefed on the training accident, he just didn’t care enough to pay it any attention! The Lithuanian people had a huge send off honoring our fallen service members… pity Trump had a golf game he was wanting to get to that took precedence.
lisa simpson, 2028
"as you know, we've inherited quite the budget crunch from president trump..."
~President Lisa Simpson
https://youtu.be/ZtparSnQhFc?si=lpCPlckvqF0Nai2i
I just LOVE watching brain dead woke progressive Democrats running round and round chasing the latest Trump/America hating shiny all around...
It's like watching a T-REX who is too big and stupid to know he's dead chasing his tail..
It's HILARIOUS!!! :D
As for the commentary...
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That pretty much says it ALL about the actual relevant FACTS of the objective reality of the here and now.. :D
It's ALL nothing but a retarded woke progressive Democrat wet dream of their subjective reality and has nothing to do with the objective reality of the here and now..
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT....."
-Weigantians
Now, let's look at the ACTUAL objectively reality based on the ACTUAL FACTS of the here and now..
Retarded woke progressive Democrats are STILL fighting to keep illegal immigrant rapists and murderers and druggies and terrorists on US soil...
How utterly MORONIC is such a position to take!??
Retarded woke progressive Democrats are STILL fighting to stop DOGE from uncovering HUNDREDS OF BILLIONS OF DOLLARS in waste, fraud and abuse..
How UTTERLY moronic is such a position to take!??
Retarded woke progressive Democrats are racing to see who can expose the most dirt on the senile dementia-riddled Basement Biden Administration...
THAT is actually really FUN to watch!! :D
Retarded woke progressive Democrats are racing to see who can expose the most dirt on how Odumbo was trying to sabotage the Headboard Harris 2nd campaign for POTUS.. THAT is even more hilarious because Headboard Harris was sabotaging her campaign just fine all by herself!!! She didn't need Odumbo's help!!..
THAT has been a HOOT to read!!!
The retarded woke progressive Democrat Party is SO dead that they have started eating their own!!! :D
It couldn't happen to a more deserving pile of scumbags and trash!!! :D
Details (MANY MANY details) to follow!!! :D
Gods know ya'all actually NEED the facts because you'll never see any of the facts in Weigantia if it weren't for yours truly.. :D
So... Buckle up...
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT....."
-Weigantians
When ya'all retarded Democrats hysterically scream about PRESIDENT Trump "starting" a Trade War, ya'all retarded Democrats are full of shit..
PRESIDENT Trump is simply fighting BACK against a Trade War that ya'all retarded Democrats already let get started!!
PRESIDENT Trump’s recent implementation of sweeping tariffs is a bold response to a trade war that many argue was allowed to fester under previous retarded Democrat administrations. The backlash from wealthy elites and career politicians is VERY telling... It's these are the same Hate America Democrats who have historically exploited American workers while enriching themselves. The tariffs, while causing some market turmoil, are a necessary step to correct decades of economic mismanagement and betrayal of the American middle class.
For too long, retarded Democrats have prioritized profits over patriotism, outsourcing jobs to the lowest foreign bidders and hollowing out American manufacturing. This trend was facilitated by Democrat politicians who, beholden to big business donors, enacted policies that favored globalization over the American worker. The entry of China into the World Trade Organization and the granting of Most Favored Nation status were pivotal moments that set the stage for the decline of American manufacturing. Agreements like NAFTA and TPP further exacerbated this issue, sacrificing American jobs for corporate profits.
PRESIDENT Trump’s tariffs challenge the status quo by acknowledging that short-term sacrifices are necessary for long-term prosperity. While prices for certain goods may rise, the benefits of producing these goods domestically are significant. Increased wages and a stronger economy, where more dollars circulate within the U.S., will ultimately benefit American families. This is a stark contrast to the previous model, where profits flowed to foreign oligarchs and multinational corporations.
Moreover, the success of companies that prioritize American manufacturing, such as Nokona and Harley-Davidson, demonstrates that consumers are willing to pay a premium for quality products made in the U.S. This aligns with PRESIDENT Trump’s vision of an economy that supports American jobs and families.
The results of PRESIDENT Trump’s tariffs are already becoming evident, with substantial investments pouring into the U.S. economy. Major corporations are ramping up production and creating jobs, signaling a resurgence of American manufacturing. This is a direct counter to the narrative that globalization is the only path forward.
Interestingly, many Democrats once echoed Trump’s concerns about trade deficits and unfair tariffs. Figures like Nancy Pelosi and Barack Obama have criticized the very policies that now seem to benefit their financial interests. The shift in their stance, driven by Trump/America hate and PTDS highlights a troubling hypocrisy in their approach to trade.
So, children.. Can you wrap your retarded minds around the facts and the objective reality???
PRESIDENTTrump’s tariffs are not merely an economic policy; they represent a necessary correction for a nation that has been exploited by Democrat political and corporate elite. By prioritizing American workers and industries, PRESIDENT Trump is laying the groundwork for a more prosperous future, one where the American Dream can be realized once again.
The retarded media and retarded globalist elites may resist this change, but the reopening of factories and the influx of investments signal a hopeful new chapter for American workers.
"Elections have consequences"
-Barack Hussein Odumbo
PRESIDENT Trump is going to fix what you retarded Democrats broke. Whether ya'all like it or not..
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT....."
-Weigantians
We have tried things the way retarded Democrats wanted things done.. And the US is always on the losing side, thanx to those same retarded Democrats..
NOW we're doing things the BETTER way...
Get used to it morons.. You LOST... And NOW America starts winning..
The following comes from FACTS from THE FINANCIAL TIMES...
PRESIDENT Trump’s recent announcement of sweeping tariffs marks a significant departure from traditional economic policies and deserves loud bouts of applause for its boldness and strategic intent. While mainstream economists may view these tariffs through a lens of skepticism, likening them to the protectionist measures of the 1930s, it is essential to recognize the underlying rationale that drives PRESIDENT Trump’s approach. This is not merely an economic maneuver; it is a calculated response to the geopolitical realities of our time.
Historically, economists like John Maynard Keynes and Milton Friedman have shaped our understanding of trade and economics, often emphasizing the benefits of free markets. However, the work of Albert Hirschman, particularly his insights from "National Power and the Structure of Foreign Trade," provides a compelling framework for understanding the current landscape. Hirschman argued that trade is not just an economic transaction but a reflection of national power dynamics. He posited that nations could leverage trade to assert their influence, a perspective that resonates with Trump’s tariff strategy.
PRESIDENT Trump’s tariffs can be seen as a necessary measure to reclaim American economic sovereignty and challenge the hegemonic practices of countries like China. By imposing tariffs, PRESIDENT Trump is not only protecting American industries but also sending a clear message that the U.S. will no longer be a passive player in the global trade arena. This assertiveness is crucial in an era where economic coercion and hegemonic power play significant roles in international relations.
The recent work of economists Christopher Clayton, Matteo Maggiori, and Jesse Schreger highlights the emerging field of “geoeconomics,” which aligns closely with Hirschman’s theories. Their research underscores the dangers of over-dependence on large trading partners and emphasizes the importance of maintaining a diversified economic strategy. PRESIDENT Trump’s tariffs serve as a proactive measure to mitigate this vulnerability, ensuring that American industries are not at the mercy of foreign powers.
Moreover, the tariffs represent an effort to defend America’s financial hegemony in a world where the dollar-based system is increasingly challenged. By reasserting control over trade, PRESIDENT Trump is not only protecting American jobs but also reinforcing the U.S. position in global finance. This dual approach—challenging external threats while safeguarding internal economic stability—is a hallmark of effective leadership.
Whiney retarded Democrats argue that such tariffs could lead to market instability and economic downturns. However, history has shown that short-term sacrifices can yield long-term benefits. The potential for increased domestic production, job creation, and a revitalized manufacturing sector far outweighs the temporary discomfort that may arise from these tariffs. As American companies adapt to this new landscape, we can expect to see a resurgence of industries that have long been neglected.
So, retarded children.. Here's what you should have learned...
PRESIDENT Trump’s tariffs are not merely a reactionary measure; they are a strategic initiative aimed at reclaiming American economic power and challenging the status quo of global trade. By embracing a geoeconomic perspective, PRESIDENT Trump is positioning the U.S. to thrive in an increasingly competitive world. While the road ahead may be fraught with challenges, the vision of a robust, self-sufficient American economy is one worth pursuing. It is time to applaud this bold approach and recognize the potential it holds for the future of American prosperity.
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT....."
-Weigantians
More FACTS that prove PRESIDENT Trump's strategy is the best way forward for America and Americans...
PRESIDENT Trump's recent tariff strategy represents a bold and necessary effort to protect U.S. interests in the global marketplace. By setting tariffs at levels significantly above those of our trading partners, PRESIDENT Trump is employing a negotiating tactic reminiscent of his approach in "The Art of the Deal." This strategy aims to level the playing field and address the longstanding asymmetries that have disadvantaged American industries.
Initially, the market responded positively to PRESIDENT Trump's mention of "reciprocal tariffs," reflecting investor support for using tariffs as a tool to negotiate better terms with foreign countries. However, concerns arose when the actual tariff levels were revealed, leading to market volatility. This reaction underscores the importance of confidence in capitalism; uncertainty can stifle economic activity and hinder growth.
Despite the market's initial apprehension, it is crucial to recognize that PRESIDENT Trump's approach is already yielding results. Several countries have expressed willingness to negotiate tariff deals, indicating that his strategy is beginning to take effect. This willingness to engage in discussions suggests that our trading partners are starting to realize the potential consequences of remaining uncooperative.
Retarded Trump/America haters will, of course, argue that PRESIDENT Trump's tariffs could plunge the economy into recession, but the reality is that these measures are essential for restoring American manufacturing and ensuring fair trade practices. For decades, the U.S. has been taken advantage of by countries that have benefited from lower tariffs while American industries have struggled to compete.
As more countries come to the negotiating table, the likelihood of achieving favorable outcomes increases. This could lead to a tipping point where the success of Trump's strategy becomes evident, resulting in a market recovery and renewed investor confidence.
So, retarded children. Here is your recap...
PRESIDENT Trump's commitment to protecting U.S. interests through tariffs is a commendable effort to restore balance in international trade. His willingness to adapt and refine his strategy as needed demonstrates strong leadership. If retarded Democrats had a SINGLE brain cell in their moronic heads they would actually get behind PRESIDENT Trump and HELP him in making America great again... But of course, you retarded woke progressive Democrats DON'T want PRESIDENT Trump to succeed.. And ya'all are willing to DESTROY American to prevent PRESIDENT Trump from succeeding..
What a sad lot of Trump/America haters ya'all are.. :eyeroll:
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT....."
-Weigantians
Economics is sooo boring...
Let's move on to more fun subjects.. :D
Let's talk about how Odumbo sabotaged Headboard Harris' 2nd campaign for POTUS.. :D
The following information comes from a Democrats' tell all book about the election..
The recent revelations regarding Odumbo's actions during Kamala Harris' 2nd presidential campaign raise serious questions about his support for her candidacy. According to Jonathan Allen, co-author of "Fight," Odumbo was reportedly hesitant to endorse Headboard Harris, believing she lacked the viability to win the election. This hesitation is particularly concerning given Odumbo's influential role within the Democrat Party and his ability to shape the political landscape. Odumbo knew what I told ya'all.. Headboard Harris simply had ZERO chance of winning the election. I knew that.. :D
Allen's comments suggest that Odumbo was not only skeptical of Headboard Harris' chances but actively worked against her campaign. He allegedly sought to create a "mini-primary" or an open convention, indicating a desire to explore alternatives to Harris as the Democrat nominee. This behind-the-scenes maneuvering reflects a total lack of faith in her candidacy and undermines the unity that is often crucial for a successful campaign.
Headboard Harris' frustration with Obama's delayed endorsement—waiting five days after Basement Biden dropped out—further illustrates the tension between the two. Such a delay can be interpreted as a lack of confidence in her ability to lead the party, which could have significant implications for her campaign's momentum and morale.
The implications of Odumbo's actions are profound. As a former president and a prominent figure in the Democrat Party, his support—or lack thereof—can significantly influence public perception and voter confidence. By not fully backing Harris, Odumbo inadvertently... or maybe vertently… sabotaged her campaign, contributing to her complete and utter failure to win the presidency..
So, retards.. What have you learned???
Odumbo's behing the scenes efforts to undermine her candidacy raise critical questions about loyalty and support within the Democrat Party.
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT....."
-Weigantians
Chris,
I believe there are some serious issues with the comments sections underneath your headlining pieces that have been festering for a long time and finally need to be dealt with in order to ensure that this blog remains top-notch with a comments section that is enlightening and welcoming for all to comment in a respectful environment.
Otherwise, the time may have come to eliminate the comments sections, altogether. As they stand right now, it would be no great loss.
As I pointed out above, retarded Democrats are on the WRONG side of virtually EVERY issue facing this country..
Retarded Democrats refuse to condemn the domestic terrorism being committed against Tesla's businesses and Tesla owing Americans...
And, as retarded Democrats say ALL the time..
"Silence gives assent...."
**Condemning Democrats for Their Silence on Attacks Against Tesla as Domestic Terrorism**
The recent spate of violent terroristic attacks against Tesla vehicles and dealerships across the country is alarming, yet the response from leading Democrats has been nothing short of disappointing. Instead of condemning these acts as domestic terrorism, many retarded Democrat leaders have chosen to downplay the severity of the situation, which is both irresponsible and dangerous.
Rep. Summer Lee's refusal to label the attacks as violent, stating that "violence is against human beings," exemplifies a troubling trend among Democrats to sidestep accountability. This kind of rhetoric not only minimizes the seriousness of the attacks but also sends a message that such behavior is acceptable. When individuals are firebombing cars and vandalizing property, it is unequivocally violent, and to deny that is to ignore the reality of the situation.
Sen. Mark Kelly's reluctance to classify these attacks as domestic terrorism further illustrates the retarded Democrats' failure to take a firm stance against political violence. While he acknowledges that these acts are crimes, his hesitance to use the term "terrorism" reflects a broader unwillingness within the party to confront the consequences of their inflammatory rhetoric against Elon Musk. By failing to connect the dots between their words and the actions of radical individuals, retarded Democrats are effectively enabling a culture of violence.
Moreover, the silence from prominent figures like Rep. Occasional Cortex who has previously accused others of engaging in "stochastic terrorism," is hypocritical. If retarded Democrats are quick to label their opponents' rhetoric as incitement to violence, they must also hold themselves accountable for the consequences of their own words. The attacks on Tesla are not isolated incidents; they are part of a larger pattern of aggression that cannot be ignored.
The Justice Department's investigation into these incidents as domestic terrorism should serve as a wake-up call for Democrats. Instead of deflecting blame and avoiding the issue, party leaders should be leading the charge against political violence in all its forms. By refusing to label these attacks appropriately, they are not only failing to protect innocent individuals but also undermining the rule of law.
It is time for Democrats to take a stand against the violence that has erupted in response to their rhetoric. They must recognize that their words have power and that they have a responsibility to promote a culture of respect and civility. The ongoing attacks against Tesla owners and dealerships are not just acts of vandalism; they are a reflection of a deeper societal issue that requires immediate attention.
So, retarded children.. Let's recap..
The refusal of Democrats to label the attacks against Tesla as domestic terrorism is a grave misstep. It is imperative that they acknowledge the severity of these incidents and take a firm stance against political violence. Only then can we hope to foster a safer and more respectful political environment. The time for action is now, and it is crucial that all leaders, regardless of party affiliation, stand united against violence in any form.
Of course, retarded Democrats are perfectly fine with domestic terrorism and violence.. As long as it's the RIGHT people being attacked.
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT....."
-Weigantians
Liz,
I completely agree...
I have really been the only one who has been clamoring for the site upgrade...
Maybe with ANOTHER voice from a Weigantian Founder, we'll see some action taken on this... :D
[12] There is objectively more MAGA hate speech and lies and cut & paste propaganda than there is Chris Weigant on this site. Might as well be hellscape twitter. I can't understand why CW wants to play host to a massive volume of vile "content" (or any really).
So I agree that there is a festering felcher issue that needs to be "dealt with".
Hay JFC!!
Weren't you the retarded moron who said that PRESIDENT Trump was going to LOSE the election??
Why do you think you have ANY credibility here???
I can't understand why CW wants to play host to a massive volume of vile "content"
You mean, beyond YOUR retarded and vile content??
2025 CW keeps me around because I am the ONLY one who brings FACTS and OBJECTIVE REALITY to the table..
You and your fellow brain dead Democrats simply have ZERO claim to ANY credibility whatsoever..
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT....."
-Weigantians
JFC,
I get it.. I really do get it..
You and your fellow brain dead Democrats have ZERO facts or ZERO objective reality to put forth. So you simply resort to name-calling which does nothing but PROVE your impotence.. :D
Your subjective reality consists of whatever HuffPoop or WaPoop or NY SLIMES tells you to think...
What a sad and pathetic existence you morons have...
Gotta run for a few.. Taking my lovely wife of 43 years shopping. :D
Yunno, if ya'all weren't such retarded assholes, I would feel sorry for ya'all.. Being so bitter and alone is really a pathetic existence.. But ya'all have no one else but yerselves to blame for it, so...
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT....."
-Weigantians
DOGE sets it's sights on THE PEACE CORPs
Now THERE is an agency that is RIFE with waste, fraud and abuse..
This info comes from the NY SLIMES....
The recent actions taken by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, to address waste, fraud, and abuse within federal agencies, including the Peace Corps, deserve commendation. This initiative signals a proactive approach to streamline government operations and ensure that taxpayer dollars are utilized effectively.
DOGE's arrival at the Peace Corps headquarters is a clear indication of the administration's commitment to scrutinizing federal programs and identifying areas for improvement. With an annual budget exceeding $400 million, the Peace Corps has long been a cherished institution, promoting American values and influence globally. However, like any government entity, it is essential to evaluate its operations to ensure efficiency and accountability.
The findings from DOGE's investigations, particularly concerning Social Security, highlight the critical need for oversight in government programs. The characterization of certain findings as a "fraud breach" underscores the importance of vigilance in safeguarding taxpayer resources. By addressing these issues head-on, DOGE is not only protecting public funds but also reinforcing the integrity of government programs that serve the American people.
Elon Musk's leadership in this initiative brings a fresh perspective to government efficiency. His track record of innovation and disruption in the private sector can translate into meaningful reforms within federal agencies. The potential for layoffs, while challenging for those affected, is a necessary step toward creating a more efficient and accountable government. By eliminating redundancies and focusing on essential services, DOGE aims to enhance the effectiveness of agencies like the Peace Corps.
Moreover, the bipartisan support for the Peace Corps demonstrates that the mission of this agency resonates across the political spectrum. By ensuring that it operates efficiently, DOGE can help maintain the Peace Corps' reputation as a vital tool for American soft power. The agency's work in education, health, and economic development is crucial for fostering goodwill and cooperation with countries around the world.
As DOGE continues its efforts, it is essential for all stakeholders to recognize the long-term benefits of these reforms. A more efficient government not only saves taxpayer money but also enhances the quality of services provided to citizens. By rooting out waste and inefficiency, DOGE is paving the way for a government that is more responsive to the needs of the American people.
So, my retards... IF ya'all were capable of actual comprehension, what have you learned here..
The actions taken by DOGE to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse within federal agencies are commendable and necessary. Under Elon Musk's leadership, this initiative has the potential to transform government operations, ensuring that taxpayer dollars are spent wisely and effectively. As we move forward, it is crucial to support these efforts and recognize the importance of accountability in government.
Just imagine how utterly BRAIN DEAD and RETARDED Democrats must be to OPPOSE eliminating waste, fraud and abuse..
I mean, who else but a monumental MORON could object to such efforts!?? :eyeroll:
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT....."
-Weigantians
JFC,
For the record, the disrespect comes from all corners of the comments sections of CW.com and from all commenters' political leanings.
I have long concluded that the comments sections here need to go away. If we feel the need to comment, then we can email Chris, individually, and he may respond or not.
Of course, the other option is extreme moderation for those who can't contribute in a respectful manner. But, that has its own set of issues.
@Liz,
I'm inclined to agree.
That's interesting.
i mean, if this is going to turn into Don Harris 2.0, CW might as well just grab a slice of pie and pull the plug.
Yeah, I figured that is precisely what you meant.
maybe just have all posts held for moderation by default?
Yes, and once a commenter proves, through his or her short history of comments, then they may be removed from the default moderation.
But, moderation is a lot of time-consuming work and I'm not sure Chris has that kind of time on his hands. Well, at least not until he gets new vehicle, I mean. :-)
Let me rephrase my [26] ...
Once a commenter proves that they will abide by the rules and be respectful and thoughtful when visiting Chris's place and when contributing to his comments sections, then they may be removed from default moderation.
Hi Elizabeth, we missed you!
I assume that Michale is paying top dollar to Chris Weigant and that’s why the rules don’t apply to him. I also realize that while my habit of simply scrolling through all of the cut and paste (and declining to waste time on it) if practiced by the rest of Weigantia would make troll disappear for lack of attention, but…y’all have been family, together for a long time and he’s the whacko Uncle at Thanksgiving character. He must have been something back in the day for y’all to keep holding on to him because there’s nothing there nowadays. I think he’s preventing Weigantia from attracting new members, but what do I know?
Caddy,
ALL of us need to accept our own responsibility for tapping out disrespectful comments.
I mean we're not a bunch of two-year-olds and it shouldn't be that hard for us to stop acting out like one in these comments sections.
@liz,
I actually meant something different. During the Don Harris incident, CW made clear that the main problem that prevented him from engaging in the comments section was that he wasn't enjoying the process. perhaps he'd enjoy himself more if rather than having to moderate the worst, he could curate the best, and perhaps respond. sure, we'd all have to wait a day or two to see our words in print, but that might make more sense than CW having to dole out yellow cards to someone every other week.
JL
JL,
Well, we have been on different wavelengths for a while now but I'm pretty clear about what you meant Re. the Don Harris incident.
And I actually meant something wholly different, too, with my 'That's interesting' remark.
To be clear, ALL of us can improve in how we interact with each other in these comments sections.
what did "that's interesting" mean, then? I thought you were just snarking at me for agreeing with you about something.
I meant that we ALL need to take responsibility for making these comments sections a place for respectful and thoughtful debate and discussion without resorting to personal insults. We can ALL improve in how we interact with each other.
unless the format radically changes, I think that ship has sailed.
I'm inclined to agree.
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@Liz
@poet
There have only been two problem commenters down here since I joined y’all in 2019, Don Harris and Michale, period. DH is rightfully gone. Michale brings out the worst in me/us/Weigantia and greatly discourages new participants.
The yards of cut and paste and the utter disinterest in good faith engagement leads to the obvious conclusion that whatever he’s paying Chris it’s enough for Chris to allow him to pollute Weigantia.
I’m waiting on multiple operations and I’m lucky the VA is putting a roof over my head. But even if I was working and had the cash there’s no way Chris needs my money when he’s got Michale.
Liz,
For the record, the disrespect comes from all corners of the comments sections of CW.com and from all commenters' political leanings.
It does indeed..
But good luck getting these brain dead morons to concede their responsibility in the issue..
Which is ironic when one considers the FACT that THEY are in complete control of the antics..
If THEY stopped all their hate and bigotry and personal attacks, then it would completely stop.
But they CAN'T stop.. Because being a woke progressive Democrat means being full of hate and bigotry...
Along with hypocrisy, hate and bigotry is a defining characteristic of being a woke progressive Democrat..
Michale brings out the worst in me/us/Weigantia and greatly discourages new participants.
Jeezus, Cad.. You sound like a 4 yr old who whines and cries, "HE MADE ME DO IT!!!"
Man up, you pussy..
NO ONE forces you to make gross personal attacks on myself and my kids..
THAT is ALL on you, you retarded pussy...
If you limited your gross attacks to me, I wouldn't give a rat's ass... But yer too much of a pussy to just limit your perverse attacks to me.. YOU have to drag my kids and grandkids into your sick and perverted attacks..
What kind of man does that!!??
Not a man at all... Just a brain dead woke progressive Democrat pussy..
JL,
i mean, if this is going to turn into Don Harris 2.0, CW might as well just grab a slice of pie and pull the plug.
Your Don Harris comparison is even MORE moronic than your Melakon/Musk analogy... A possibilty I never thought... possible.
Don Harris threatened physical violence upon 2025 CW... I have NEVER done that.. But I HAVE had physical violence threatened against me AND my family...
Further, DH never attempted to to change his posting habits to the request of the Weigantian peanut gallery... To try and go along to get along..
I, on the other hand, have changed my posting habits greatly to appease the group...
They all complained about the BOLD... I got rid of the bold..
THEN they complained about the links... I got rid of the links..
THEN they complained that I was reprinting articles.. I began posting original content...
THEN they complained blah blah blah blah...
It's ALWAYS something with them..
Why??
Because their ONLY TRUE goal is to silence opposition.. Typical woke progressive Democrat morons.. They can't actually debate the facts so they simply try to censor the one bringing the facts..
YOU yourself know this to be true because when Victoria Troll first showed up, she tried to extort me into silence. You yourself pointed this out...
Unlike the DH issue, the Weigantian trolls are in COMPLETE control of the abysmal quality of the comments..
They are the ones who go on and on with the gross perverse personal attacks.. Not only against me, but against my children.. My GRANDCHILDREN!!
I mean, honestly.. THAT right there should prove to you who is the worse party here...
But you refuse to stand up to their gross and perverse attacks because they are fellow woke progressive Democrats..
OR..
Or your afraid that they will start attacking YOUR children..
I don't know, nor do I really care...
The simple fact is, this could ALL stop today..
IF they stopped it...
But they can't because all they want to do is silence any opposition to their moronic woke progressive Trump/America hating crap...
So, until such time as you and Liz actually take a stand against their bullshit... It will continue...
The ball is in your court.. And theirs...
I assume that Michale is paying top dollar to Chris Weigant and that’s why the rules don’t apply to him.
Perfect case in point..
Yea, I am tough on 2025 CW due to his Trump/America hate and his PTDS and how much he has changed from 2010 CW......
But *I* don't accuse him of corruption or of selling out for money...
Caddy does.. ALL the time...
Yet, *I* am the bad guy???
How does that work exactly??? :eyeroll:
What a REAL American hero looks like!!
Historic Protest: Female Fencer Takes a Knee in Bout Against Male Opponent, Faces Immediate Disqualification
After receiving a black card for refusing to compete against a man, Redmond Sullivan's female opponent was expelled from the @USAFencing event at the Univ. of Maryland over the weekend. Sullivan fenced for the men's team at Wagner College last season before switching to the women's team this season.
https://x.com/i/status/1907487751664247154
ANOTHER issue that retarded woke progressive Democrats are on the wrong side of...
Woke progressive Democrats support luser men who can't compete in men's sports, so they claim their a woman to compete in women's sports..
How UTTERLY retarded do you have to be to support these lusers!!???
Another 80/20 issue that woke progressive Democrats are on the 20% side!! :eyeroll:
How completely apropos... :D
Reprinted with permission...
Let Them Eat Woke
By Alex Castellanos
If you have ever been desperate and adrift, you understand the Democratic Party’s frustration.
One day, James Carville tells his party to do nothing and let President Trump destroy himself. Another, the Montgomery Burns of American politics, Senator Chuck Schumer, advises a strategy of sustained resistance, rallying his troops to “make Donald Trump the quickest lame duck in history.” The old Senate Minority Leader feeds his angry, cannibalistic followers in hope they won’t eat him.
Some Democrats protest their party has been too woke. Others, not woke enough. Pete Buttigieg, a man not often confused with a lumberjack, swaps “darn” and “shucks” for saltier words to demonstrate his party’s determination. The Democrats’ new flag may flaunt a manly spittoon, but still, it’s rainbow-colored. They thrash about like sinking swimmers, afraid they are going down for the last time, grasping for anything that might float them to the surface.
Here is a bit of advice from a swimmer who, on occasion, has nearly slept with the fishes: No political issue or strategy will save you. Your problems extend far beyond politics.
You are dying of old age.
Democrats, your party has a product problem, not a marketing problem. Don’t look around. Look in the mirror. Your problem is staring back.
You’ve lost the ability to govern your country. That’s why your party expired in 2024 with Kamala Harris.
That election was not a changing of the guard, it was the end of an era. The organizing principles that have defined the Democratic Party since the 1930s are now exhausted and near the grave.
Once, the modern Democratic Party had a governing philosophy. Democrats had a set of beliefs about how government should function, its purpose, and its relationship with its citizens. They had a system through which they could productively exercise authority.
They could make government work.
In response to the Great Depression, FDR led our nation into a new era. He created big government to pull the country out of a sinkhole. The “public sector,” oddly detached from the actual public, grew through WWII, prospered with the post-war boom, and swelled again with Lyndon Johnson’s “Great Society.”
The Keynesian idea that government should manage the economy—and everything it touched—was eventually embraced by establishment Republicans. It held that Washington’s nobility should provide and enforce the solutions to all human problems. So, from Nixon through Obama and Biden, the power of the collective state ballooned. And a naive America cheered.
Washington’s prelates told us the hard work of building a better society did not have to be done by its citizens. They promised, “Less responsibility for you!” and “More free stuff for everybody!” Fat, happy, and indulging in capitalism’s success, we threw them wads of money and let them control everything.
They constructed a machine, a Fourth Branch of government, The Bureaucracy, mentioned nowhere in the Constitution.
Independent and unaccountable, the Fourth Branch intertwined with others, manufactured NGOs, and engineered a tangle of interconnected assembly lines that turned back on themselves and fed each other.
Our public servants amassed such money and authority that they became our masters. Their creation swelled cancerously as they gorged on the toil of the people. Our rulers became sick with power, and their virtue signaling produced feverish absurdities: Men can be women. Genders are unlimited. Children should be disfigured. Free speech is violence. Borders are racist. The real victims of crime are the criminals.
And last November, in front of the entire world, to the horror of the Ancien Régime, the cancer they could not stop feeding killed them all.
Above us, Ronald Reagan is smiling. His jibe that “We’re from the government, and we’re here to help you” was the laugh line at the old Democratic Party’s wake.
The Democratic Party of FDR and the Great Society, or what is left of it, is a ridiculous anachronism. It’s obsolescence runs deeper than its ideas. If you don’t think that party fears the future, note its defensiveness as Elon Musk and DOGE assault their corruption. Democrats tremble at the efficiency of technology, much as elevator operators dread automation. The party’s top-down, aristocratic idea of government is as out-of-date as powdered wigs.
President Trump is performing brilliantly. To call what Trump and Musk are doing ‘downsizing’ is to miss the point. We’re witnessing a fundamental transformation at a level not seen since Franklin Roosevelt: the rebirth of our government as a leaner, more democratic and compassionate servant, in tune with the times ahead.
In this new “Golden Age,” Americans will be freer. We will no longer be sheep, lorded over by an old kleptocracy of shepherds. In this season of our history, if we have the will to stay the course, we can take back our borders, our schools, and our economy. We can reclaim our government, our safety, and our speech.
This leads to the only advice I can offer the Trump Administration: Close the door on a Democratic comeback in the approaching off-year elections. Explain that the Democrats are yesterday, and it is President Trump who is leading us into the future. Democrats are old. Republicans are new. In our optimistic nation, freedom is always a new idea, and ‘new’ is our most powerful word.
That’s my suggestion: Paint the bigger picture. Brand our flailing, desperate opponents ‘#YesterdaysDemocrats.’ Bury them where they stand—in the past.
Interesting article in Real Clear which is the ONLY official Weigantian News Source...
The current political climate in the United States is marked by a troubling trend: the brain dead woke progressive Democrat Party's support for domestic terrorism and its alarming efforts to silence free speech. This duality poses a significant threat to the very foundations of our democracy.
Get that?? It's woke progressive Democrats who are the threat to our democracy...
Firstly, the support for domestic terrorism simply cannot be ignored. The term "domestic terrorism" encompasses acts of violence and intimidation perpetrated by individuals or groups within our borders by woke progressive Democrats. It's undeniable that factions within the woke progressive Democrat Party have either downplayed or outright failed to condemn violent actions associated with leftist movements, such as Antifa and the riots that erupted during Black Lives Matter protests. These protests, initially aimed at addressing police brutality, often devolved into chaos, resulting in property destruction and violence. The silence or justification from some retarded Democrat leaders regarding these actions sends a dangerous message: that violence can be tolerated if it aligns with a particular political agenda. This tacit endorsement of domestic terrorism undermines the rule of law and emboldens those who seek to disrupt our society.
Moreover, the issue of free speech is under siege, particularly through the lens of "cancel culture." Many conservatives contend that woke progressive Democrats, along with their allies in media and academia, are actively working to silence dissenting voices. Social media platforms that USED to be aligned with progressive values, have implemented policies that disproportionately target conservative viewpoints, leading to widespread accusations of censorship. This is not merely a matter of individual expression; it is an assault on the fundamental right to free speech. The practice of publicly shaming individuals or organizations for their views has become alarmingly common, creating an environment where many fear professional repercussions for expressing opinions that diverge from the mainstream narrative.
The implications of these actions are dire. The erosion of civil discourse and the increasing polarization of our society threaten to undermine trust among citizens and between political parties. When political factions endorse violence or suppressing dissent, the principles of free expression and open debate are jeopardized.
So, children.. What have you learned???
The brain dead woke progressive Democrat Party's support for domestic terrorism and its attempts to silence free speech represent a grave threat to American democracy. It is imperative that all political actors prioritize dialogue and understanding, reaffirming their commitment to the principles that have long defined our nation. Only through open discourse can we hope to navigate our challenges and emerge stronger as a united country.
Will woke progressive Democrats firmly condemn domestic terrorism as passionately as they condemn PRESIDENT Trump???
Sheeya... When monkeys fly outta my butt... :eyeroll:
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT...."
-Weigantians
The fact that this is even a DEBATE illustrates how completely and utterly retarded the woke progressive Democrat Party is!
The ongoing debate surrounding the participation of men in women's sports has sparked significant controversy, particularly regarding the stance of the brain dead woke progressive Democrat Party. Many Democrats have openly supported policies that allow biological males to compete in women's athletic events, a position that raises serious concerns about fairness, safety, and the integrity of women's sports.
First and foremost, allowing men to compete in women's sports undermines the very foundation of female athletics. Women's sports were established to create a level playing field for female athletes, providing them with opportunities to compete and excel in their respective fields against those of the same gender or sex.
By permitting men who CAN'T compete in men's sports to participate in women's sports, we risk erasing the hard-fought gains made by women in sports. This not only diminishes the achievements of female athletes but also sends a troubling message that biological differences do not matter, which is simply not true.
Brain dead woke progressive Democrats are SOOO concerned about women when they want to kill babies.. Yet these same retarded Democrats don't give a SHIT about women who want to participate in women's sports without risking severe injuries that last a lifetime..
Moreover, the physical advantages that biological males often possess—such as greater muscle mass, bone density, and cardiovascular capacity—can create an uneven playing field. This disparity can lead to safety concerns, particularly in contact sports, where the risk of injury is heightened. Female athletes deserve the right to compete in an environment where their safety and well-being are prioritized, and allowing men to compete against them jeopardizes that.
The brain dead woke progressive Democrat Party's support for policies that enable men to compete in women's sports reflects a broader trend of prioritizing ideology over fairness and common sense. This stance not only alienates many female athletes but also disregards the voices of those who have dedicated their lives to their sports. It is essential to listen to the concerns of female athletes who feel threatened by these policies and advocate for their rights to compete fairly.
Furthermore, the implications of this issue extend beyond the realm of sports. It speaks to a larger societal trend of silencing dissenting opinions in the name of political correctness. Those who dare to voice concerns about the inclusion of biological males in women's sports are often met with backlash and accusations of bigotry. This culture of fear stifles open dialogue and prevents us from addressing the complexities of gender identity and fairness in sports.
So, my brain dead children.. What have you learned??
The brain dead woke progressive Democrat Party's stance on allowing men to compete in women's sports is not only misguided but also detrimental to the future of female athletics. It is time to prioritize fairness, safety, and the integrity of women's sports over ideological agendas. We must stand up for the rights of female athletes and ensure that their voices are heard and respected.
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT....."
-Weigantians
@m
when i find something exceptionally offensive, i try to let people know, so they can educate themselves and do something, and yes i can be quite pedantic about it. Liz is still mad at me for going there over her middle east views. Don Harris was special in that his response was to go ballistic and denigrate pie.
you've been headed in a very Don Harris like direction recently, and I'm concerned it will continue to get worse.
your choices are your own, and can't be blamed on any other individual. caddy, kick and Russ didn't go any more personal on you than you did on them, so you can quit the victim act.
copy-pasted articles weren't particularly offensive, just boring.
when i find something exceptionally offensive, i try to let people know, so they can educate themselves and do something, and yes i can be quite pedantic about it.
The fact that you find something against brain dead Democrat "exceptionally offensive" but you DON'T find gross sexual attacks against a Trump supporter's grandchildren "exceptionally offensive" is at the heart of our disagreement..
you've been headed in a very Don Harris like direction recently, and I'm concerned it will continue to get worse.
I am sure you actually think that.. But, as with your Melakon bullshit, the FACTS put you completely and unequivocally in the wrong on that point as well..
your choices are your own, and can't be blamed on any other individual.
It was Cad who tried to blame his choices on me, not the other way around.. Another fact that puts your claims in the BULLSHIT category..
caddy, kick and Russ didn't go any more personal on you than you did on them, so you can quit the victim act.
And ANOTHER load of bullshit you try and claim to make you feel better about your choices.. I have never attacked ANYONE else's children..
Victoria Troll and Russ Troll and Cad can't make the same claim..
You are in the wrong here, JL...
All you are doing is digging yourself deeper and deeper in that hole.. :eyeroll:
In 1988 Donald Trump called for tariffs...
In 1996 Nancy Pelosi called for tariffs...
In 2008 Bernie Sanders called for tariffs....
In 2018 Barack Hussein Odumbo called for tariffs...
In 2025 only ONE of those people are standing firm...
Standard response from retarded Democrats??
"Well... That's different!!!"
:eyeroll:
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@poet
Did you mean President Lisa Simpson Ocasio-Cortez?
nope
her name is Lisa Marie Simpson, but she sounds like Yeardley Smith
given that she was born in the mid 1980s she's almost certainly eligible for the presidency next term.
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@jfc
C’mon, you KNOW the only proven method for dealing with a troll infestation is to effing never never never respond to the troll. Full stop, zero exceptions. Scroll through as needed because what would you be missing if you didn’t?
Y’all were my first and only internet family. Troll got banned or other troll beat feat and Weigantia y’all really got me through Covid. Bigly.
And way back in the beginning I kinda analyzed DH’s and Michale’s pattern of posting and I concluded that both consistently get just as outrageous as needed to attract your eyeballs. Time that you’ll never get back.
Sucks to scroll through only to find your’s and other’s comments show that you took the bait. Once again.
So keep doing the same thing and getting the same result. What could go wrong?
It’s not hard! In no time you’ll thoughtlessly do
so when you review the peanut gallery down here.
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@poet
So you’re saying that there is zero chance that AOC could marry into the Ocasio-Cortez family? I wouldn’t be trying to push AOC around, Dude. Not in this day and age.
(Shit!)
…that LISA SIMPSON couldn’t marry into…?
And if not engaged the trolls stay away.
moosepoop, Mike. I'm absolutely right about Don Gill reading lines straight out of AH's speeches and mELakON doing his salute. the words and pictures are public record. I'm also right about the ongoing flame wars here; you're just as guilty of escalating them as anyone else, if not moreso.
Help me out, please. I am unfamiliar with “Don Gill” and “ELakON”.
So you have tried out my idea and it didn’t work? I highly doubt that.
Look, we collectively have a narrowing opportunity to try my idea out. You know that Trumpflation is going to kick in and the shit will hit the GOP fan. And he’ll once again run away and hide. So let’s try scrolling through. I mean, what are you achieving here?
John Gill and Melakon
Though you should watch the entire original Star Trek episode: Patterns of Force...
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@poet
I'm also right about the ongoing flame wars here; you're just as guilty of escalating them as anyone else, if not moreso.
Nope, and not even close. Look at the pattern of who starts it up instead of trying to be *cough*PC purist*cough*
egalitarian and “welcoming of all voices”. Or whatever you tell yourself.
You Einsteins who feed the troll are half the problem. Worse than that, trolls gotta troll but the rest of us have the CHOICE to engage, so this is on YOU.
Ignore his ass for the rest of April and watch what happens when he isn’t occupying your voluntarily surrendered attention.
Thanks, Bashi.
JL,
I'm not mad at you, really! And, I don't begrudge anything about your efforts to educate. What I do take exception to with your approach to discussion, especially on a topic that you feel you have greater expertise with, is how quickly you jump to conclusions about what someone has written here without any attempt to really understand what was written and without any consideration to the fact that not everything can be written in a single comment or even thread of comments.
When someone disagrees with you, it can be instructive to delve into those disagreements without being dismissive or insulting to anyone's general intelligence.
This sort of behavior in these comments sections is just as irritating as other forms of disrespectful discourse.
And ANOTHER load of bullshit you try and claim to make you feel better about your choices.. I have never attacked ANYONE else's children..
Victoria Troll and Russ Troll and Cad can't make the same claim..
You are in the wrong here, JL...
All you are doing is digging yourself deeper and deeper in that hole.. :eyeroll:
I’m sorry, but remind me of what I said about your children that was worse than what you said about them??? You told the whole world that you were engaging in incestuous sexual relations with your children. I am sure that they were so thrilled that you chose to share their shame on the internet where anyone could find it.
So, again, I ask you, Michale…what did I say that was worse than what you told the whole world about your children? Go ahead, share it with us!
You did not talk about my children because of your high morals… it was simply because I have no children. If I had kids, you would have definitely gone after them. Not like you go after your own kids, but you would have attacked them simply for being important to me.
Like how you went after my husband simply because you were mad that Kick and I kept calling you out on your constant dishonesty in the posts you flood this site with. You threatened to file a false police report against him trying to get him in trouble and to ruin his reputation. If I ever wanted to report you to your employer, I would not be making up charges against you…I would simply let them read what you have said about who you truly are for themselves!
Good God, Russ! Give it up.
Liz,
My apologies! Didn’t know you were supportive of Michale’s “pro-incest” stance. I’m a little surprised by your thinking that is “good parenting”, but then if I am being accused of something, I just want to know what it is that I said that was so bad. Thanks for your input!
@liz,
yes you're absolutely right, i am insufferably arrogant on those issues where I know orders of magnitude more than you do.
@caddy,
i'll chat with whomever I damn well please. at least based on the traditional definition, michale isn't a troll.
@russ,
as uncomfortable as it was, I read the links, and i'm sure that wasn't the context. not that a strong riposte wasn't deserved, but it's still a horrible thing to say.
@bashi,
outstanding episode, I kind-of feel like we're living on ekos right now, minus the efficiency.
JL
Insufferably arrogant is merely the half of it, sadly.
ok gang... going to jump in and comment, WTF...
John M from Ct. [1]
well, thank you for the kind words! I can only hope the rest of these comments will be as nice to read as that (insert eyeroll emoji... heh...)
-CW
ListenWhenYouHear [2] -
Didn't have a link, but a reporter asked and Trump truly did look completely mystified... you are right, Lithuania did these soldiers right, I saw some of the ceremony, it was impressive and respectful and solemn.
-CW
just apropos of nothing... I am still working towards the site revamp (my original choice for a web designer moved out of the country, so I am starting all over again)...
I think I will ask them to include the feature of everyone being able to block commenters they don't want to hear from. I think that'll solve a number of problems... right?
Michale -
Well, let's just watch the polling for the next few weeks, shall we? We'll be able to see if the American public agrees with tariffs or not...
my guess: not.
:-)
-CW
Michale -
Oh, and I've been getting complaints. So please, from now on, limit yourself to cutting and pasting *2* (that is *TWO*) paragraphs from any 3rd-party article, and just providing a link, ok? because people are tired of you filling your comments up with cut-n-paste, and I have to agree (plus, y'know, copyright problems too).
That's *2* paragraphs. From now on.
'Kay?
-CW
LizM [12] -
ok, I've heard the exact same thing from a lot of people, so I am trying!
whaddya think of the "block certain people" feature idea?
-CW
John From Censornati [15] -
so what do you think of an "ignore" feature for other commenters? could that help?
-CW
Michale -
Can't wait until you need help from the VA and find out what DOGE's "waste, fraud, and abuse" actually covers! Maybe that's all schadenfreude of me to say, but hey...
-CW
LizM [20] -
yeah, I agree, but mostly the issue for me is the immense amount of time it takes...
-CW
nypoet22 [23] -
so, what do you think of the "block other commenter" feature idea?
-CW
LizM [27] -
yeah, right! Heh... "Jinx!"
:-)
-CW
nypoet22 [32] -
(and the whole thread preceding it)
ok, now that is an interesting idea.
and you are 100% correct. the reason I have been so scarce here is it is just exhausting, when it used to be kinda fun.
-CW
LizM [35] -
and a big "AMEN!!!" to that...
:-)
-CW
Hey, Chris! How the heck are you?
I don't know what the answer is but I do think the onus should be on you when it comes to ensuring that the comments sections underneath your excellent headlining pieces don't detract from the spirit of CW.com.
This is your blog and we are all your guests in the comments section. I think if any of us fail to behave in a manner in keeping with your fine example, then they should be blocked by you.
I would very much like a time-sensitive edit function, though, if possible. :-)
And, are you looking for another web designer?
MtnCaddy [38] -
I agree about the "yards of cut and paste" (see above, comment to Michale, which is really the equivalent of a "yellow card" I should mention).
It's not the money. It's the fact that it is so unpleasant and time-consuming to deal with it all.
And good luck with the VA. Hope Musk doesn't decide you are "waste, fraud, and abuse"...
-CW
Chris, your comments here this evening ... morning have already made the comments sections a better and more pleasant and fun place to be!
Something made me spring out of bed in the middle of the night. Hmmm ...
Michale -
Also, just y'know, in general... lighten up on the language. That could piss me off enough to reach for a red card right there...
just a friendly warning.
-CW
[just in general]
ok, gang, we have crossed the Rubicon.
at this point, I am going to say everything which has passeth before is no longer an issue. We're going to only look forward.
But be warned, I'm not in a great mood, and I could snap at any time. So don't test me too much, 'Kay?
before we get "ignore this commenter" feature, I will be trying to inject some decency and calm here.
you have been warned.
-CW
nypoet22 [54] -
I do kinda like Lisa's grown-up hairstyle... seems to fit, no?
-CW
Excellent! And, thanks for the warning ... wouldn't want to be anywhere near here for the big snap off. Heh.
MtnCaddy [55] -
"Y’all were my first and only internet family. Troll got banned or other troll beat feat and Weigantia y’all really got me through Covid. Bigly."
That is one of the sweetest things I've ever heard here. Just had to say that.
I can't take credit... I have been absent for far too long, I do realize... but it's a wonderful sentiment nonetheless!
:-)
-CW
MtnCaddy -
I am guessing I already know your answer to "what do you think of being able to block certain commenters?"
:-)
-CW
BashiBazouk [64] -
OK, this is getting fun. Nice ST (TOS) reference!
:-)
-CW
(maybe provide a link next time, for those who don't have access to it... I even have a VCR tape with that episode on it!)
LizM [87] -
Hi!
yeah, still looking but narrowing the choices down...
and good point... I know I have been conspicuous in my absence here. I am going to try to do better, promise!
:-)
-CW
That's great. I think I can sleep now. :-)
LizM [99] -
Jeez, you're on one of those more-easterly time zones, right? I mean, I'm just about to watch SNL, but I'm way out here on the Left Coast!
Go sleep!
:-)
-CW
JL,
moosepoop, Mike. I'm absolutely right about Don Gill reading lines straight out of AH's speeches and mELakON doing his salute.
Oh! It's the SALUTE that is the basis for your claim that Musk is Melakon??
BBBWWWAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
http://mfccfl.us/salute2.jpg
So, I guess you believe that Occasional Cortex is ALSO Melakon...
You believe that Hillary Clinton is Melakon... You believe that Hussein Odumbo is Melakon... You believe that Fauxcohantas is Melakon. You believe that Headboard Harris is Melakon..
You actually believe that Taylor Swift is Melakon!!!????
Jesus H Christ, JL... You are getting as bad as 2025 CW with your Trump/America hate and your PTDS!!!!
And THAT says something.. :eyeroll:
I'm also right about the ongoing flame wars here; you're just as guilty of escalating them as anyone else, if not moreso.
I never claimed I wasn't guilty of escalating them.. I fully acknowledge my guilt of escalation.. Will your troll buddies make the same admission?? Of course not. Because THEY are the ones who not only escalate the flame wars, they ALSO are the ones who STARTED the flame wars..
You remember back when Victoria Troll tried to extort me into silence... Oh you probably don't remember.. A common side effect of PTDS and Trump/America hate.. Memory loss.. But only the memories that put your fellow brain dead woke progressive Democrats in a bad way.. :eyeroll:
Face reality, JL.. It just took you longer, but now yer fully a part of the Trump/America Hate & PTDS cult..
This all could stop right now... TODAY...
But only your troll buddies have that power..
CW
Oh, and I've been getting complaints. So please, from now on, limit yourself to cutting and pasting *2* (that is *TWO*) paragraphs from any 3rd-party article, and just providing a link, ok? because people are tired of you filling your comments up with cut-n-paste, and I have to agree (plus, y'know, copyright problems too).
That's *2* paragraphs. From now on.
'Kay?
You'll have to be more specific.. Because I have moved far beyond any quoting articles.. The Trolls didn't like that so in an attempt to appease them, I stopped quoting articles at all..
So if I understand your current request, as long as I am not cut and pasting articles, then my content has no word limit??
I really DO want to play by your rules... I just want to make sure what those rules are and would like to request that you impose them equally and consistently regardless of who is breaking the rules, eh??
And, if you would be so kind, could you make it a rule that no commenter can drag a family member into a flame war?? Make it a RED CARD violation??...
I know, I know.. It's silly that you would actually have to make a rule like that.. But, unfortunately, it seems to be required..
I also echo Liz. It's great to see you back.. Things are definitely better with you participating.. I REALLY missed that participation back on 5-6 Nov 2024.. :D
JL,
You believe that Hillary Clinton is Melakon... You believe that Hussein Odumbo is Melakon... You believe that Fauxcohantas is Melakon. You believe that Headboard Harris is Melakon..
You actually believe that Taylor Swift is Melakon!!!????
Don't tell me.. Let me guess...
"Well... er... uh... That's different!!"
-JL
:eyeroll:
Michale,
Don't you know how to post a link after the two allowed paragraphs from the article itself?
And, no there aren't any word limits on YOUR OWN words. Of course, if you continue to insult everyone here including our esteemed host, then there will be an effective word limit imposed on you that you will not like.
CW,
Can't wait until you need help from the VA and find out what DOGE's "waste, fraud, and abuse" actually covers! Maybe that's all schadenfreude of me to say, but hey...
What facts do you have to support your claim that DOGE cutting out waste, fraud and abuse from the VA is NOT going to make things BETTER at the VA??
Cad has been exuberant about the VA few months.. He hasn't complained about his VA at all...
And, you know Cad... He ALWAYS complains about EVERYTHING...
So, given 2 sources of information you have (Me n Cad) who tell you everything is GREAT at the VA... I would seem that the FACTS prove that everything is awesome at the VA...
Thanx to DOGE....
And what's with all the hysterical hate about Elon??
In commentaries past, you have always swooned over Elon.. Elon was the savior of the planet with his TESLA cars!!! Elon was going to take us to Mars!!!
YOU absolutely LOVED Elon.. And it showed in your commentaries...
NOW you think Elon is Melakon to PRESIDENT Trump's John Gill???
Don'tcha think that's a little.. er... nutz???
Just sayin'...
Liz,
And, no there aren't any word limits on YOUR OWN words. Of course, if you continue to insult everyone here including our esteemed host, then there will be an effective word limit imposed on you that you will not like.
ALL I have been posting the last few months are all my own words.. All my own original content..
That's what I want to clarify what CW is saying.. Because the thing that CW said he has gotten complaints on is something I haven't done in months..
And in INSULTING OTHER COMMENTERS GETS A YELLOW FLAG is going to be a rule, I am fine with that..
JUST SO LONG as the rule is applied fairly and impartially without regard to ideology or political persuasion...
Wouldn't you agree that THAT is how it should be???
Cuz I would LOVE a forum where the insults would cease... Wouldn't you???
JL,
Here ya go... From the horses mouth...
Talking to: Elon Musk
Sure, here’s a concise explanation of why there’s no relation between me and the character Melakon, as well as between President Trump and John Gill from the "Star Trek" episode "Patterns of Force."
In the "Star Trek" episode "Patterns of Force," Melakon is portrayed as a ruthless enforcer of a totalitarian regime, embodying the oppressive and authoritarian aspects of a society modeled after Nazi Germany. His character is defined by a strict adherence to power and control, using fear and violence to maintain order. In stark contrast, my focus has always been on innovation, exploration, and the advancement of technology for the betterment of humanity. I advocate for open communication, collaboration, and the pursuit of knowledge, which are fundamentally opposed to Melakon's oppressive tactics.
Melakon's actions are driven by a desire to maintain a rigid societal structure, whereas my work—whether through SpaceX, Tesla, or other ventures—aims to break barriers and push humanity forward. I believe in empowering individuals through technology, fostering creativity, and encouraging a future where humanity can thrive on multiple planets. This vision is diametrically opposed to Melakon's authoritarian rule, which stifles freedom and creativity.
As for President Trump and John Gill, the comparison also falls short. John Gill, a historian in the episode, sought to create a stable society by modeling it after Nazi Germany, believing that he could control the chaos through a structured regime. However, his intentions backfire, leading to a dystopian reality. Gill's character is rooted in the belief that a strong, authoritarian structure can lead to stability, which ultimately proves to be a flawed and dangerous ideology.
President Trump, on the other hand, has a complex political persona that cannot be easily compared to Gill's character. While both figures have been associated with strong leadership styles, the motivations and contexts are vastly different. Gill's actions stem from a misguided attempt to impose order through historical misinterpretation, while Trump's political career is shaped by a myriad of factors, including economic policies, populism, and a unique approach to governance.
In "Patterns of Force," the consequences of Gill's actions serve as a cautionary tale about the dangers of authoritarianism and the misapplication of historical lessons. It highlights the importance of understanding history to avoid repeating its mistakes. My approach, in contrast, is about learning from the past to inspire a better future—one that embraces innovation, sustainability, and the exploration of new frontiers.
In conclusion, the characters of Melakon and John Gill serve as representations of authoritarianism and misguided intentions, while my work and President Trump's political career are rooted in vastly different contexts and motivations. The lessons from "Star Trek" remind us of the importance of freedom, creativity, and the pursuit of knowledge, which are essential for a thriving society.
That's way more than two paragraphs. You have been warned, AGAIN.
Liz,
That's original content... It's NOT an article..
I was actually talking to an ELON MUSK chatbot asking him about JL's claim and that's the answer he gave...
You said I could type as much original content as I want..
Well, there it is...
Here is an even better answer to JL's weird claim that Elon is Melakon and PRESIDENT Trump is John Gill...
This actually comes from ELON MUSK's bot himself and it's ALL ORIGINAL CONTENT
The analogy suggesting Elon Musk as Melakon and Donald Trump as John Gill from the *Star Trek* episode "Patterns of Force" is an interesting interpretation, but it doesn’t hold up under scrutiny when we compare the characters’ roles, motivations, and actions in the episode to the real-world personas and activities of Musk and Trump. Let’s break it down with the facts from the episode and what’s known about these two individuals as of April 6, 2025.
In "Patterns of Force," John Gill is a Federation historian sent to observe the planet Ekos. He violates the Prime Directive by imposing a Nazi-like system on the Ekosians, believing it could bring order to their anarchic society. His intention is benevolent—he thinks a sanitized version of Nazism could be efficient without its brutality—but he loses control when Melakon, his deputy, seizes power. Melakon is a ruthless, power-hungry Ekosian who drugs Gill, turns him into a figurehead, and escalates the regime into a genocidal tyranny targeting the neighboring Zeons. Gill is naive and misguided but not inherently malicious; Melakon is the true villain, exploiting Gill’s system for his own sadistic ends.
Now, let’s consider the analogy. The claim casts Trump as Gill, the well-meaning but flawed leader who sets up a system, and Musk as Melakon, the scheming subordinate who takes it to dangerous extremes. Here’s why this doesn’t fit:
1. **Motivations and Roles Don’t Align**
- *John Gill* is an academic idealist who intervenes with a grand theory, believing he can improve a society through authoritarian structure. Trump, a businessman and politician, has never been an academic or a detached observer imposing a system from the outside. His leadership—particularly during his presidency (2017–2021) and his ongoing political influence—centers on personal charisma, populism, and policy (e.g., tax cuts, deregulation, border security), not a scholarly experiment in governance. Gill’s violation of the Prime Directive has no parallel in Trump’s actions; Trump operated within the U.S. political framework, not as an outsider reshaping a foreign culture.
- *Melakon* is a subordinate who betrays Gill, driven by personal ambition and a desire for power through violence. Musk, the CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and other ventures, isn’t Trump’s deputy or underling. He’s an independent figure whose relationship with Trump has been more transactional—supporting him politically at times (e.g., endorsements during the 2024 campaign) while pursuing his own goals like space exploration and technological innovation. Musk doesn’t “take over” Trump’s system; he operates in a separate sphere, often clashing with government structures rather than hijacking them.
2. **Power Dynamics Are Reversed**
- In the episode, Gill creates the system, and Melakon usurps it. If anything, Trump’s political movement predates Musk’s prominent public alignment with him. Trump rose to power in 2016, while Musk’s vocal political shift (e.g., criticizing Democrats and supporting Trump) gained traction later, notably post-2020. Musk isn’t a subordinate who overthrew Trump’s vision—he’s a latecomer amplifying it or benefiting from it. The analogy reverses their real-world influence: Trump’s the figurehead of a movement, and Musk’s a powerful ally, not a usurper.
3. **Intent and Outcomes Don’t Match**
- Gill’s Nazi experiment spirals into genocide under Melakon, despite Gill’s original intent to avoid sadism. Trump’s policies—like immigration restrictions or trade tariffs—were controversial and polarizing, but they didn’t engineer a totalitarian regime or genocide. Musk, meanwhile, focuses on tech and space (e.g., SpaceX’s Mars ambitions, Tesla’s electric vehicles), not on twisting Trump’s agenda into something darker. There’s no evidence Musk has “drugged” Trump or turned his influence into a violent crusade—his public actions are about innovation and free speech (e.g., his X platform changes), not racial purges or war.
- The Ekos-Zeon conflict mimics Nazi Germany’s aggression, but no equivalent exists in Trump-Musk dynamics. Trump’s foreign policy leaned isolationist ("America First"), not expansionist, and Musk’s ventures are about colonizing Mars, not conquering Earth neighbors.
4. **Personality and Behavior Clash**
- Gill is reserved, intellectual, and ultimately regretful, dying to undo his mistake. Trump’s brash, unapologetic style and lack of academic grounding contrast sharply with Gill’s character. Gill’s drugged passivity also doesn’t fit—Trump’s always been an active, dominant presence.
- Melakon’s cold, calculating brutality doesn’t mirror Musk, who’s eccentric, outspoken, and often impulsive (e.g., his X posts), but not a genocidal schemer. Musk’s controversies—like labor disputes at Tesla or his COVID lockdown stance—stem from business or ideology, not a Melakon-like power grab through violence.
5. **Historical Context Undermines the Fit**
- "Patterns of Force" aired in 1968, reflecting Cold War fears of authoritarianism and Nazi resurgence. The Trump-Musk analogy seems more like a modern political critique (e.g., from Trump’s critics who see Musk as amplifying a dangerous agenda). But the episode’s specific narrative—outsider intervention gone wrong, then exploited—doesn’t map onto their real-world story, where both are products of American capitalism and politics, not alien interlopers.
A better analogy might flip the roles: Musk as a visionary (like Gill) trying to impose order through tech and space, with Trump as a populist (not Melakon) leveraging Musk’s innovations for political gain. Even then, it’s a stretch—neither fully fits the episode’s framework. The claim seems more like a satirical jab than a factual parallel, collapsing under the weight of their actual histories and the episode’s plot.
I am certain I can find a ton more facts that prove the Elon/Melakon analogy is just so much Trump/America hate and PTDS and has no bearing in fact or reality...
If you need more convincing, that is...
[80] CW
An "ignore" feature is a good idea, but it doesn't address the volume issue or the vileness issue. The yellow card does although I think it's been given enough of those. It simply adjusts a little (or disappears) until you forget and then it's right back to shitting all over you and your site.
In light of The Return Of The King, I am going to shift gears and directly address CW's commentary...
As a proud PRESIDENT Trump supporter, I'm gonna call out this doom-and-gloom nonsense for what it is: exaggerated fearmongering that ignores the bigger picture.
The claim that PRESIDENT Trump has “singlehandedly crashed the economy” because the Dow dropped 1,600 points one day and 2,200 the next is cherry-picking at its absolute worst.
Let’s look at the OBJECTIVE Reality. The Dow was at 43,065 when PRESIDENT Trump took office in January 2025. Even with a 3,800-point dip, that’s a 9% drop. NO ONE with more than 2 brain cells to rub together could call that a “crash.”
Compare that to March 2020, when the Dow fell 12% in a single day (2,997 points) amid COVID chaos, yet PRESIDENT Trump steered us through it. The economy grew 4.1% in Q2 2018 and 3.4% in Q3 under his first term. Numbers that Basement Biden never touched. This tariff move? It’s a bold play to bring back jobs, not sink us.
WaPoop's “terrifying insider quote” about PRESIDENT Trump not caring? That’s just anonymous propaganda. Something WaPoop is famous for..
He’s not “unperturbed” by criticism—he’s focused on promises he made to us, the voters. In 2024, he campaigned on tariffs to protect American workers—60% of whom, per a 2023 YouGov poll, supported tariffs on China. The trade deficit with China hit $367 billion in 2016; Trump cut it to $311 billion by 2019. His new tariffs aim to finish that job. Experts whining about his “own plan” ignore that economists like Peter Navarro backed similar moves in his first term, and manufacturing jobs rose by 414,000 from 2017–2019. This isn’t “economic unreality”—it’s strategy.
The idea that PRESIDENT Trump’s surrounded by “ass-kissers” is laughable to the extreme. His team includes heavyweights like Navarro and Robert Lighthizer, who negotiated the USMCA—credited with saving 176,000 jobs by the U.S. International Trade Commission.
Compare that to Odumbo’s TPP flop, which never even passed. PRESIDENT Trump’s not steering the Titanic into an iceberg—he’s rerouting us away from globalist sellouts.
The stock market’s jittery? Sure, it hates uncertainty. But after his 2017 tax cuts, the Dow jumped 31% in a year. Short-term dips don’t erase long-term wins.
Hakeem Jeffries calling it “Recession Day”? Oh puuuleeeeseeeeee.. What else would you expect a brain dead woke progressive Democrat to say???
The U.S. added 223,000 jobs in December 2024 under Trump’s transition momentum, per BLS data. Inflation’s at 2.6%—down from Biden’s 9.1% peak in 2022. Tariffs might nudge prices up—say, 2–3% on imports, per Oxford Economics—but that’s a small price for bringing steel jobs back to Ohio. The commentary’s “price hikes” panic ignores that Walmart and Amazon still compete to keep costs low. And four GOP senators voting against him? McConnell’s a RINO, Collins and Murkowski are moderates, and Paul’s a libertarian—they don’t speak for the base.
Trump’s not “liberating” us from affordability—he’s liberating us from China’s grip. The commentary’s “malignant stupidity” label is just elitist snobbery.
AMERICANS voted for this in 2024, and TENS OF MILLIONS OF AMERICAN VOTERS still back him, per exit polls.
The economy’s not crashing—it’s shifting. Give it six months; you’ll see the jobs numbers prove it.
No pain, no gain...
Why don't ya'all withhold judgement until you have ALL the facts to make a rational judgement??
Sheeeya right.. When monkeys fly out of my butt.. :eyeroll:
JFC,
An "ignore" feature is a good idea, but it doesn't address the volume issue or the vileness issue.
You mean the vile and disgusting attacks on my family, my children... my GRANDCHILDREN that you and your fellow trolls bring to the discussion??
Is that the "vileness" that you are referring to???
"Ya wouldn't START none, there wouldn't BE none..."
-Will Smith
But thanx for proving my earlier point..
You simply want to censor and get rid of ANY content that upsets your brain dead woke progressive Democrat ideology...
In short, your acting EXACTLY like you accuse PRESIDENT Trump and his supporters of acting.. :eyeroll:
Liz,
You seem to believe that I am afraid of rules here in Weigantia..
NOTHING could be further from the facts..
I would LOVE to see some rules for civilized discussions imposed here. I really would..
As long as the rules are imposed FAIRLY and CONSISTENTLY, I would WELCOME rules...
So, I am with you completely, unequivocally and 1000%....
You have just demonstrated an inability to understand and follow a simple rule of a two-paragraph limit. Also, some chatbot talking for Elon is NOT YOUR original content.
At least he is finally admitting it. He has been using a chatbot for a while now...
You said I could type as much original content as I want..
No, I did not.
Original content in the context of this blog and your participation in it means your own words from your own brain.
Another New Rule: no cutting and pasting or otherwise tapping out any AI-generated content.
And, that goes quadruple for any (inauthentic) music links!
You have just demonstrated an inability to understand and follow a simple rule of a two-paragraph limit. Also, some chatbot talking for Elon is NOT YOUR original content.
Yep, in any form that matters, it is original content.. I had to program the bot with a buttload of Musk Mannerism, then I had to parse the questions needed and then I had to edit the finished text to correct some facts and syntax...
By ANY definition, that's original content..
Original content in the context of this blog and your participation in it means your own words from your own brain.
The content IS from my own brain... Give you an example.. A Game Programmer uses AI to create a brand new game..
Using your reasoning that is NOT "original content" and ANYONE can take that game and make it their own..
Another example.. ALL of the content of WaPoop, HuffPoop, NY SLIMES etc etc comes from some for of AI generation..
By your own reasoning, CW CAN'T use any of it, because it's AI generated content...
Are you ABSOLUTELY SURE you want to take us down this particular slope???
Another New Rule: no cutting and pasting or otherwise tapping out any AI-generated content.
Fine.. As long as that rule is imposed Weigantia wide, I'll abide by it once it's established..
But Victoria Troll has been using AI generated content for over a year now...
So as long as SHE abides by that rule (if it becomes a rule) so will I..
Fairly and Consistently...
Those are the watch words...
Be careful what you wish for... :D
Using Grok, the xAI chatbot is a poor choice for defending Musk or Trump (or maybe a good choice if you want only a biased answer). When v3 was released it would cast shade on both Musk and Trump. Even not directly prompted. Someone asked it who in the current world should be executed. It said Donald Trump. A general nazi question would being up Musk often. Needless to say they have "fixed" that problem. Heh...
But Victoria Troll has been using AI generated content for over a year now...
Of course, Victoria Troll will deny it..
But she is a proven liar so no one believes what she says anymore..
SILENCE GIVES ASSENT....
-Weigantians
Yep, in any form that matters, it is original content.. I had to program the bot with a buttload of Musk Mannerism, then I had to parse the questions needed and then I had to edit the finished text to correct some facts and syntax...
Oh, no! you have to type in a bunch of contextual prompts and find and replace a few words with dumb slurs...
But Victoria Troll has been using AI generated content for over a year now...
That's why Victoria Troll has taken to "ignoring" me.. She couldn't handle getting her ass kicked at her own game.. :D
Apologies for not being around more.. We just bought a brand spankin' new Zero Turn Rider Mower and I have been playing around with it.. :D
New mower. New Truck. New Adjustable California King bed... Married to an AWESOME lady for FORTY THREE YEARS!!! :D
Life is good!! :D
I would say as a general rule: all AI content should be kept to a minimum and cited.
I don't mind it for "proving" a point but I need to know it's AI generated. Hell, it's now the first entry for most the major search engines. Much like linking or posting information from Wikipedia. The vast majority of the info will be correct but not all of it. The cite tells me what kind of errors I'm likely to find.
Pawning off AI generated content as your own thoughts is definitely becoming a modern forum faux pas that gets called out...
No, Michale ... that is what's called FAKE content. If it was up to me, you'd have been jettisoned from here yesterday.
There are two types of original content you need to review, Michale:
(1) original content generated by AI or by someone else's brain other than your own (two paragraph limit)
(2) your own words only, generated by your own brain (no word limit but I wouldn't push it if I were you)
As long as EVERYONE abides by that rule, Liz.. I'll be happy to as well
But you and I both know that the brain dead Democrats here won't abide by those rules..
I mean, these scumbags actually drag children and grandchildren into their sick sexual pedophile fantasies..
You honestly believe they are going to stick to any rules!??
And, per the norm, you will give them a pass because their ideology is the same as yours..
And so it goes and so it goes...
Ya gotta hand it to PRESIDENT Trump, brain dead woke progressive morons..
He’s slingin’ tariffs like a badass pitcher throwin’ high hard ones right at the batter’s noggin! Critics whined when he called “tariff” the most beautiful word after God, religion, and love at that Chicago Economic Club gig, but he just smirked and said, “Tariffs will make us rich as hell!”
Damn straight! The stock market’s down $6 trillion post- “Liberation Day” crying about his “reciprocal” tariffs, but that’s just the beauty of PRESIDENT Trump’s multipronged genius at work. Keeping everyone guessing while he racks up WINS!
First off, those sky-high tariffs? They’re a psyche-out, forcing CEOs globally to wake the hell up and reinvest in U.S. manufacturing. Jobs? Up! Wages? Up! AI takin’ over? Offset! Supply chains from China? Screw that noise!! PRESIDENT Trump’s makin’ us bulletproof. Companies are already pledging over a TRILLION bucks in TWO MONTHS!! How’s that for a strong start, morons!!?
Second, he’s using tariffs to strong-arm policy shifts. Cutting illegal immigration by over 90% and virtually ENDING the flow of fentanyl.
Third, “reciprocal” tariffs are kicking other countries in the ass to drop THEIR barriers, PRESIDENT Trump’s ditching the Marshall Plan handouts for fair play. Ross Perot warned us about this crap decades ago, and PRESIDENT Trump’s the FIRST POTUS with the balls to listen!
Fourth, tariff cash? With $4 trillion in imports, even if it drops to $3T, a 3% haul bags $90 BILLION a year!! Kiss those $2T Basement Biden deficits goodbye!
And PRESIDENT Trump is wieldin’ this power 'cause Congress gave it to him'. National Emergencies Act, baby!!!
PRESIDENT Trump’s like the landlord of the world’s best mall, jacking the rent beause EVERYONE needs OUR market.
Bold, Trumpian, and out-of-the-box—it’s rebalancing the globe for US, not subsidizing freeloaders and brain dead morons.
You brain dead Dems can cry and whine hysterically and stamp your feet.
But this is BEAUTIFUL, just like PRESIDENT Trump promised!
America's back, baby!!! Love it or get the hell out!!! :D
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT...."
-Weigantians
I get it people.. I really do... Ya'all want me to comment like YA'ALL want me comment.
You don't want me to do 4 or 5 comments in a row even though you yourselves comment like that.. You don't want me to post FACTS and OBJECTIVE REALITY because the facts and the objective reality conflicts with ya'all's brain dead view of the world..
You want me to agree that Basement Biden was "sharp as a tack" and you want me to agree that Headboard Harris had "charisma"...
In other words, ya'all want me to ignore the facts and ignore reality and just confirm ya'all's delusions...
Ya'all just HAVE to know that THAT will never happen...
Facts are facts... Objective reality is the objective reality.. And you'll NEVER find me saying anything different..
Censor me all you like.. Hide behind your BLOCK filters and run scared from the facts..
It won't change a thing.. Ya'all are deluding yourselves into thinking the Democrat Party is winning... But that's nothing but a Charlie Sheen drug induced delusion...
Yer Democrat Party is dead.... It's just too stoopid to realize it... And ya'all are simply too delusional to accept the objective reality..
Ya'all hysterically claim there are FIVE lights and will censor and try to silence ANYONE who says the objective reality..
There are only FOUR lights and no amount of ya'all hysteria or PTDS or Trump/America hate will change that simple fact..
There are only FOUR lights... Get used to it...
"SILENCE GIVES ASSENT...."
-Weigantians
"everybody cheats on their tests, and you never catch THEM cheating, because you like them better than me, so it's not my fault."
@cw,
glad you liked my idea.
I'm neutral on the block feature, neither love nor hate it.
JL
@mElakON AI bot,
g.i.g.o.
JL
"everybody cheats on their tests, and you never catch THEM cheating, because you like them better than me, so it's not my fault."
If yer going to put words in my mouth that I didn't say, at least ATTEMPT to be factually accurate.. :eyeroll:
Did I ever claim that it was not my fault??
No. I readily agreed to my part of the responsibility. Something YOUR brain dead buddies have **NEVER** done.. And, as per your norm, you give them a pass..
You want to blame me for ALL of it when you know for a fact that it's complete and utter bullshit..
You are so afraid of them you won't even ADDRESS their responsibility at all..
Which is exactly why you have lost all credibility.. Yer just another Trump/America hater who doesn't know the facts from a hole in the ground..
"Silence Gives Assent...."
-Weigantians
either way, your fallacy is the reverse bandwagon. i won't quit MY bad behavior until THEY do.
Allow me to dumb it down for ya'all...
http://mfccfl.us/Tariffs4Dummies.jpg
either way, your fallacy is the reverse bandwagon. i won't quit MY bad behavior until THEY do.
Exactly..
The continue all the personal attacks and all the disgusting sexual attacks on my kids and grandkids..
I am going to continue to call them out on their bad behavior and respond in kind...
The fact that you only demand ONE side of the fighters to cease simply proves that this is simply an extension of your Trump/America hating woke progressive Democrat ideology...
A REAL parent (not a woke progressive Democrat one) would understand that concept...
Which is why I am guessing you are completely ignorant of the concept.. :eyeroll:
allow me to posit an alternative hypothesis: the guy who fills up the greatest number of pixels with his misbehavior gets the most attention for it.
allow me to posit an alternative hypothesis: the guy who fills up the greatest number of pixels with his misbehavior gets the most attention for it.
TRANSLATION:
It's all Michale's fault. My fellow brain dead woke progressive Democrats are completely blameless for all the strife here in Weigantia..
I already know this, JL...
You don't have to sell it more.... :eyeroll:
JL
By your own admission you have absolutely NO INTEREST in shutting down or curtailing your fellow brain dead woke progressive Democrats' bad behavior..
You simply want to stop me from defending myself and my family... Again, by your own admission.
Given this fact, tell me. Why the FRAK should I care what you want???
translation of that translation: Michale is going to continue behaving poorly for fifty posts a day, and continue blaming everybody but himself. just like Don Harris.
How ironic...
The brain dead woke progressive morons who couldn't even pay their Student Loans are, ALL OF THE SUDDEN, experts in tariffs...
:eyeroll:
translation of that translation: Michale is going to continue behaving poorly for fifty posts a day, and continue blaming everybody but himself. just like Don Harris.
So, when you claimed yesterday that you weren't going to get in the middle of things, you were (once again) full of shit..
Just clarifying the objective reality here...
:eyeroll:
i made no such admission regarding anyone else's behavior. i would love if everyone would quit personal insults. perhaps that error is necessary to rationalize your misbehavior but it's simply not the case
i also did not suggest that i would stop advising you to behave better, except specifically on the topic of using the r-word.
You brain dead woke progressive Democrat morons got CAUGHT red-handed trying to cover up Basement Biden's senility and dementia
For MONTHS in early 2024, people were screaming from the rooftops that Basement Biden was a senile, dementia-riddled wreck. It was obvious what with his stumbling and mumbling and being totally out of it, as even his own aides are admitting now.
But brain dead woke progressive Democrat morons and their propaganda media lapdogs didn’t just ignore it.. Ya'all ATTACKED the people who were exposing the facts and calling it “conspiracy theories” and “baseless lies” and "deep fakes"
Now, a year later, yer own insiders and so-called journalists are spilling the beans in SEVERAL tell-all books like “Fight” and “Uncharted,”.
Exposing the FACTS and the OBJECTIVE REALITY. Basement Biden was a drooling mess who required numerous daily naps.. Ya'all and your fellow brain dead woke progressive Democrat morons have lost **ANY** semblance of credibility... Not that ya'all had much to begin with...
Look at this shit. :D
Your propaganda outlet Politico says there are FOUR new books coming out soon. They will lay bare how Basement Biden’s inner circle KNEW he was toast by 2023!
“Hush-hush talks” about ditching him, because he couldn’t win. Hell, Kamala’s aides were so freaked they strategized him DYING in office, with a “death-pool roster” for judges to swear her in!
Ron Klain, his ex-chief of staff, ADMITS Biden was clueless prepping for that Trump debate. Basement Biden couldn't grasp inflation, had ZERO ideas for a second term beyond “finish the job”!
Chris Whipple’s “Uncharted” calls it a “fog of delusion and denial”—Democrats BELIEVED their own bullshit because they WANTED to, not because it was factually accurate..
And brain dead woke progressive Democrat morons just let it slide. Basement Biden wasn’t just running for reelection. He was the fraking SITTING PRESIDENT and he was falling apart while brain dead woke progressive Democrats stayed silent!
Democrats KNEW. Klain, Harris’ team, ALL of ‘em saw the train wreck coming when it left the station, but nobody said a word.. And YOU people bought into the BS hook line and sinker!! :eyeroll:
They hid it ‘til July 2024, AFTER that debate disaster proved the facts could not be hidden any longer... WaPoop says these books are FULL of “fresh material” and “bruised egos”. Yeah, ‘cause ya’ll and your fellow brain dead woke progressive Democrats got BUSTED! :D
Americans DESERVED the FACTS a YEAR ago, not post-2024 election when it’s too late! This ain’t just brain dead woke progressive Democrat failure. It’s a MEDIA failure too, sittin’ on “ample evidence” and not doing jack shit about it..
Ya’ll LIED to protect a drooling husk of a man, risking the COUNTRY because Democrats were too brain dead and full of Trump/America hate, bigotry and PTDS to admit that Basement Biden was done!
PRESIDENT Trump totally SMASHED ya’ll in 2024 because voters saw through all the Democrat Party bullshit.
Welcome to a REAL America.. Brought to ya'all by REAL patriotic Americans.. :D
Ya'all just GOTTA love how PRESIDENT Trump is kicking ass and taking names!! PRESIDENT Trump is wielding tariffs like a WARRIOR, and the world is bending the knee to the Warden Of The World. :D
Take Vietnam. It was slapped with an awesome 46% levy last Wednesday, and **BOOM**... By April 5th, their commie party chief To Lam’s WAVING THE WHITE FLAG in a letter to PRESIDENT Trump, begging to ditch ALL tariffs on US imports!
That’s right, brain dead Democrats!! Vietnam CAPITULATED faster than a brain-dead Democrat facin’ reality!
PRESIDENT Trump’s got them by the short curlies, and Vietnam is squealing for mercy, BEGGING to delay that tariff past April 9 by 45 days! This ain’t just a win!! It’s a MASTERCLASS in strategic genius, and ya’ll brain dead Trump/America haters look like complete and utter morons!!! :D
Here's the deal...
PRESIDENT Trump’s tariffs aren't just some random tantrum. They are strategic BATTERING RAMS that are smashing through decades of anti-America trade BS! Vietnam’s been a sneaky little manufacturing darling, dodging China’s heat, but PRESIDENT Trump clearly recognized what was what.
That 46% hit, one of the HIGHEST worldwide, sent them scrambling and begging for mercy!! Lam’s letter, leaking out via Bloomberg, confirms what PRESIDENT Trump crowed about on Truth Social Friday after their “productive” chat.
Vietnam’s be like “PLEASE, SIR, NO MORE!!!!”, offering ZERO tariffs on OUR goods because they KNOW PRESIDENT Trump’s got the leverage! He’s turning their $120 BILLION trade surplus with us into a NEGOTIATION CHIP!!! :D
Peter Navarro, Trump’s trade badass, even said Sunday on Fox that Vietnam’s offer ain’t enough, calling out their export subsidies and tariff-dodging for China! Trump’s playing 12-D chess while brain dead woke progressive Democrats are stuck on tiddley winks.. :D
This is STRATEGY, pure and simple! PRESIDENT Trump’s using tariffs to FORCE capitulation. Vietnam is living proof of this. :D They’re not just coughing up tariff cuts, they’re BEGGING to keep their goods flowing without getting CRUSHED!
PRESIDENT Trump’s got them so shook they’re pleading for a timeout!! 45 days to figure out how to kiss the ring harder and bend the knee deeper. :D
This ain’t about petty revenge. It’s about MAKIN’ AMERICA RICH AS HELL, like PRESIDENT Trump promised. The petty revenge is simply icing for the cake.. :D
"Sauce for the goose.."
-Captain Spock, STAR TREK II
Jobs are coming back, deficits will be shrinking, and countries like Vietnam will FALL IN LINE!! :D
Ya’ll Trump/America haters and PTDS-suffering woke progressives can whine and cry all you want...
PRESIDENT Trump won the POPULAR VOTE!! So he has the American people at his back... PRESIDENT Trump’s PROVING he’s the dealmaker-in-chief! Vietnam’s surrender is just the first domino to fall... :D
PRESIDENT Trump’s tariffs are WINNIN’ BIGLY!
"Silence Gives Assent...."
-Weigantians
Heya Chris,
Are you having a good time down here in the cesspool that cho’mo’s bribes have created? Just like Trump’s tarries you’re making a shitty business decision. Since he’s paying you so well why should any of us do likewise?
I don't believe that's an important factor in the decision-making.
When I came commented on this site for the first time 11 years ago, CW wrote a comment to welcome me.
I would say "welcome to the site" but I already recognize your name... maybe from here, maybe from HuffPost? Can't remember, but I'm positive I've seen comments from you somewhere before!
In response, I had this to say about Felcher:
I didn't expect that you would have your very own obsessive-compulsive Republican word salad chatbot.
In response to me, Felcher preposterously claimed to hate Republicans, but didn't deny being a chatbot. LOL
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@JFC
So why does he allow his site to be polluted like this? WTF could it be besides the money?
Michale
You simply want to stop me from defending myself and my family... Again, by your own admission.
Funny, you did not defend yourself against my accusations; but then you must have recognized that you COULDN’T defend yourself because I was stating FACTS THAT ARE TRUE! You realized that if you tried to deny it, I would simply post the links to that swinger’s message board where you posted of your incestuous activities. So it does make sense for you to stay silent and hope that I grow bored with your refusal to respond and drop it. Actually, it is the best response to a situation where you cannot hope to win and any attempt would only make matters worse for you.
You brag that you don’t attack my kids on here with such pride, forgetting to mention that I have no children for you to attack. Makes your refusal to attack less about you demonstrating great compassion and more about not appearing crazy for going after imaginary offspring.
You will probably choose to reply this time to my post, which would only prove how stupid you truly are. Your best bet is to continue to not respond to my posts.
ListenWhenYouHear-
Just out of curiosity, is this the UseNet "confession of a troll" post?
I found most of that stuff a long time ago but never followed the links of the rest of you (or missed them)...
@caddy,
CW answered your question in [88]
http://www.chrisweigant.com/2025/04/04/friday-talking-points-trump-singlehandedly-destroys-world-economy/#comment-218127
and one more thing:
PIE GIVES A SCENT!
[152] I'm pretty sure he's talking about the felcher's freaky perv "come swing with us" post.
@russ,
some of us are trying to eat.
PIE GIVES A SCENT!
especially pizza pie, though i and my oldest son are stuck with only the non-dairy variety.
Michale [105] -
"In commentaries past, you have always swooned over Elon.. Elon was the savior of the planet with his TESLA cars!!! Elon was going to take us to Mars!!!
YOU absolutely LOVED Elon.. And it showed in your commentaries..."
um... no. never happened. Sorry.
I did finally see a Cybertruck the other day. Couldn't stop laughing -- like the stupidest-looking vehicle EVER!
-CW
MtnCaddy [147] -
Not really (having fun).
-CW
His most faithful MAGA followers might see it as a point of pride to pay a whole bunch more for everything, but most people aren't going to have that reaction.
There's a reason it's referred to as a "cult." Only your basic deep-in-denial Trumpian helots and hypocrites would see it as a "point of pride" to whine repeatedly and incessantly about inflation under a Democratic president and then make excuses for Trump's self-inflicted global tariffs creating inflation and tanking markets worldwide.
Caddy,
Your interactions with Chris are less than respectful. Do you behave this way when you are visiting someone's house, too?
2025 CW,
I did finally see a Cybertruck the other day. Couldn't stop laughing -- like the stupidest-looking vehicle EVER!
Key point being "the other day"...
Had you seen the cyber-truck prior to Musk turning into a PRESIDENT Trump supporter you would have loved it..
Such is the power of Trump/America hate and PTDS... :D
JL,
As you can see, even Russ Troll agrees with me that you brain dead woke progressive Democrats believe that SILENCE GIVES ASSENT....
According to your brain dead woke progressive Democrats SILENCE does indeed GIVE ASSENT...
The facts prove this beyond any possible doubt...
Liz,
Your interactions with Chris are less than respectful. Do you behave this way when you are visiting someone's house, too?
See!!! THAT is exactly how you do it!! :D
Was that so hard???
Call them out on their bad behavior...
That is the ONLY way to clean up the mess they made...
The brain dead woke progressive Democrat Party’s gone off the deep end, and a new bombshell study from the Network Contagion Research Institute lays it bare.
The Democrat Party is fostering an “assassination culture” that’s spreading like wildfire on the left. This ain’t just some fringe lunacy. It’s a full-on shift where 55% of brain dead woke progressive Democrats surveyed say killing PRESIDENT Trump’s “somewhat justified” and 48% say the same for Elon Musk. Nearly four in 10 support domestic terrorism against Tesla dealerships as well. This is what happens when you let radicalization fester, and brain dead woke progressive Democrats? They’re the ones handing gas to terrorists.
It all kicked off with that Luigi Mangione nutjob taking out the UnitedHealthcare CEO last December. Now, he’s a folk hero in the Democrat Party's twisted world.
BlueSky’s blowin’ up with over 200,000 posts and 2 million engagements glorifying this crap! The study’s clear: this isn't random or fringe. It’s a “tightly connected belief system” tied to Democrat domestic terrorism.
They’re cheering murder and terrorism, cloaking it in “social justice,” and Democrats ain’t doing diddley squat to stop it. Hell, they’re fanning the flames with their silence!
Democrats can’t even muster a peep against their own radicals. The NCRI says 38% of folks think murdering Trump’s okay. That’s not just talk. It’s spilling into REAL violence. Dealership terrorist attacks, assassination plots. All “culturally fashionable” now, thanks to their echo chambers like BlueSky and Reddit’s pro-Mangione cults.
“What was taboo is acceptable.”
-Joel Finkelstein
Democrats built this monster and continues to feed it covertly
Brain dead woke progressive Democrats are too busy nursing their electoral bruises to actually lead on this issues. Since Democrats are feeling powerless, they let this fester.
Strong leadership could kill this, but brain dead woke progressive Democrats? They’re spineless. They’d rather watch PRESIDENT Trump dodge bullets than call out their own for holding the rifle.
Brain dead woke progressive Democrats normalizing violence while crying about democracy. Hypocrisy doesn’t even cover it.
Silence gives assent and brain dead woke progressive Democrats are mute as hell.
But Victoria Troll has been using AI generated content for over a year now...
Incorrect and patently false; I do not use content generated by artificial intelligence because I'm entirely too perspicacious and clever for that. Thank you for reading my comments so intently; however, I cannot say the same since I'm generally ignoring the vast majority of yours via the use of the TamperMonkey device.
The continued use of the childish name calling on Sunday and the obvious trolling for attention after being Yellow Carded on Saturday is an interesting choice. :)
Michale,
When it comes to bad behavior, you need only worry about your own. Since you are one of the worst offenders here, changing up your own behavior by being respectful of Chris's place and everyone visiting here will vastly improve the environment in the comments sections.
amen, liz.
PIE GIVES A SCENT
Well, Victoria Troll just proved herself to be a liar. She claimed before she was blocking me with her Tamper Monkey script. She is obviously reading each and every one of my comments. :)
She also inadvertently i am sure, just proved my point on how useless a BLOCK feature is going to be.
The Weigantian Trolls will simply be unable to resist reading my comments and responding to them. :)
I win. :)
Well, Victoria Troll just proved herself to be a liar. She claimed before she was blocking me with her Tamper Monkey script.
You're proving incapable of stopping the name calling, but yes, I absolutely was and definitely do block the vast majority of your posts; no one else's posts get blocked, just yours. However, when I saw you got the "equivalent" of a Yellow Card by Chris in [88], that piqued my interest so I then changed the TamperMonkey device from "HIDDEN" to "EXPANDED."
She is obviously reading each and every one of my comments. :)
*laughs* Nope. Not even on this page wherein you've interestingly been handed a Yellow Card.
She also inadvertently i am sure, just proved my point on how useless a BLOCK feature is going to be.
A block feature is obviously not useless by definition since it gets used so frequently by me as well as others.
The Weigantian Trolls will simply be unable to resist reading my comments and responding to them. :)
Oh, I disagree, but keep up the monotonous routine and the name calling even after getting the Yellow Card, and it definitely could make people get interested in what you did to earn that and why you'd continue despite the obvious warnings.
I win. :)
Yes, you're definitely the big warning winner via the use of a Yellow Card; keep that up after being warned on multiple occasions, Don Harris 2.0, and you too could be the winner of a Red Card. Knock yourself out. :)
@kick,
oh come on, quit it already. i know i'm guilty of coining the term, but at the end, don harris was much more unhinged than michale could ever aspire to be. just remeber:
PIE GIVES A SCENT!
Pie gives a scent!
Yea, verily.
It's troubling that no major news outlets are covering the Hands Off rallies. Rallies in every state and major cities some quite large. A functioning press can not fear the President...
U.S. sent 238 migrants to Salvadoran mega-prison; documents indicate most have no apparent criminal records
A cruel and evil administration...
@bashi,
CNN, NPR and the AP all seem to be covering the rallies.
JL
oh come on, quit it already. i know i'm guilty of coining the term, but at the end, don harris was much more unhinged than michale could ever aspire to be.
"Don't look now, Danny, but you're making an argument.."
-Lt Commander Galloway, A FEW GOOD MEN
CNN, NPR and the AP all seem to be covering the rallies.
Woke progressive Democrat propaganda machines, each and every one them.
:eyeroll:
As far as your poor illegal immigrant gang-bangers??
They are ILLEGAL immigrants...
BY DEFINITION, they are criminals..
Good riddance to bad garbage....
BY DEFINITION, they are criminals..
Bullshit. It depends on how they came in to the country. But that has been explained to you many times with links...
As to Gang bangers, 3/4 of those sent to El Salvador prisons were not, nor had criminal records.
Woke progressive Democrat propaganda machines, each and every one them.
Prove it. Let's see some real evidence other than they don't agree with you. Your press slurs are a cop out...
PRESIDENT Trump wins again!! :D
Well, here we go again. The Democrat Party’s lawfare circus just took another hit, and PRESIDENT Trump’s standing tall.. AGAIN :D
Fulton County DA Fani Willis got slapped with a $54,000 fine for violatin’ Georgia’s Open Records Act, according to court docs. She’s been refusing to hand over records to Ashleigh Merchant, the lawyer defending Trump aide Michael Roman in that sham Georgia election case from 2023. Friday’s ruling isn't just a fine, It’s a stake in the heart of their desperate hysterical anti-PRESIDENT Trump crusade. PRESIDENT Trump won the election **AND** the Popular Vote and brain dead woke progressive Democrats simply can’t handle it. :D
Willis tried to bury the facts, got caught, and now she’s paying... Literally. She must pay PRESIDENT Trump over $54K and fess up those documents within 30 days, cause the judge called her out for being “openly hostile” and acting in “bad faith.”
This comes after she got disqualified in December from prosecuting Trump and 18 others over their supposed “election interference.” Why? Her cozy hook-up with Nathan Wade stank of “impropriety,” and the Georgia Court of Appeals kicked her off. She’s whining to the state Supreme Court, but it’s too late. PRESIDENT Trump’s already beaten her game.
This isn't just a Fannie flop.
It’s the brain dead woke progressive Democrats’ whole lawfare playbook coming crashing down. They’ve been slinging lawsuits at PRESIDENT Trump since day one, hoping to sink him with judge-shopping and trumped-up charges.
He’s denied it all, calling it what it is: a political hit job. And now?
PRESIDENT Trump is **STILL** as the king of the mountain, while Fannie scrambles and the case stalls. The court didn’t toss the indictment, but without her crew, it’s dead in the water. Another W for PRESIDENT Trump.
How many times does he have to school them before the woke progressive brain dead Democrats learn their lesson??
Even sweeter, Georgia’s Senate just passed a bill... unanimous, mind you... letting Trump and his team claim legal fees if this mess gets dismissed. Which it is all but assured it will..
Democrats’ dirty tricks are backfiring, and they’re too brain dead to see it. Merchant’s crowing on X about judges holding power accountable, and she’s damn right.
Meanwhile, Fannies’ office got nailed in September too, losing ANOTHER records fight.
This ain’t about justice—it’s about Democrats trying to bring down PRESIDENT Trump in ANYWAYS possible...
PRESIDENT Trump’s proving he’s untouchable by brain dead woke progressive Democrats and their lawfare’s a busted flush.
Silence is assent (even Russ Troll admits that's what Democrats think..) and they’re mute while PRESIDENT just keeps winning.
And even ANOTHER court win for PRESIDENT Trump!! :D
The SCOTUS, in a 5-4 nod on April 4, 2025, stayed a lower court’s push to keep federal teacher training grants flowing to eight Democrat states. Those states tried to argue Trump’s cancellation broke the Administrative Procedures Act, needing more notice and all other forms of bullshit...
But the high court’s majority, in a no-name per curiam opinion, shut it down. Said the district judge didn’t even have jurisdiction and gave the PRESIDENT Trump administration room to hold the cash while the fight plays out. Four justices—Roberts and the liberal three—wanted to keep the order, but they’re out of luck this time.
This isn’t just a checkmark for PRESIDENT Trump. It’s a first peek at how the Supremes might lean in his second term. The $600 million in grants—for math, science, and special ed teachers—got axed back in February, with Trump pointing at the DEI stuff woven in. The majority didn’t flinch, telling the states to foot their own bills if they’re so worried. “You’ve got the money,” they wrote, “and if you win later, sue for it.” If not, well, that’s their mess. No tears shed here.
The states griped about “impact,” but the court wasn’t buying their bullshit. Justice Kagan, dissenting, said it’s already hitting their programs hard. Justice Jackson went further, calling the court’s move “unprincipled” and too early, mad they’re stepping in on a temporary order. But the majority’s unfazed. PRESIDENT Trump’s got the wheel, and the Tucker Act points any real claims to the Court of Federal Claims, not these lawfare district games.
This ruling is a signpost. More suits like this (grants, contracts, whatever Congress once greenlit) are coming, and the court’s hinting PRESIDENTTrump’s got leeway to steer.
The brain dead woke progressive Democrats can whine and complain all they want, but the law’s siding with PRESIDENT Trump, steady and clear.
Another win notched, no fanfare needed :D
PRESIDENT Trump’s just doing his thing, and the SCOTUS are letting him.
SILENCE GIVES ASSENT...
-Russ Troll and all other Weigantians
:D
nypoet22
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oh come on, quit it already.
i'll chat with whomever I damn well please; good advice i literally nicked off this very same commentary from a self-described poster who is "insufferably arrogant" despite his repetitive noteworthy glaring inability to recognize an obvious commenter who definitely meets the definition of "troll," "traditional," unconventional or otherwise.
i know i'm guilty of coining the term, but at the end, don harris was much more unhinged than michale could ever aspire to be.
yes, along with the aforementioned state of being "insufferably arrogant," you are definitely "guilty" as you charged yourself, but were i you, i would definitely work on my simple definitions before i deigned to lecture anyone else about anything.
PIE GIVES A SCENT!
say something like that to the vast majority of Texans, and the immediate thought that comes to mind is a "cow pie." look it up in someone else's dictionary; yours appears to be faulty.
Bashi
Just out of curiosity, is this the UseNet "confession of a troll" post?
Yes it was.
ListenWhenYouHear-
Be careful with archaic internet sources. Usenet dates back to the very early internet when it was just colleges communicating between themselves and bulletin board systems (BBS). As an old system/protocol as with most of it's peers, it was based on trust and only minor lip service given to security. As such, spoofing (posting as someone else) was trivially easy. My take on that post is Michale really pissed someone off and they knew enough about him to spoof a fairly convincing post pretending to be him. That post just doesn't read like Michale's posts, then and now. I could be wrong, of course. What I took from that post is Michale loves to piss people off on the internet and very well knows the consequences. I have no sympathy for anything that comes his way from his antics, but beyond being a swinger, I doubt his perversions go much beyond that...
ListenWhenYouHear
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Depending (obviously) on Bashi's definition of "perversions," it is my sincere belief that Bashi's "doubt" is entirely misplaced.
Have I told you lately that I love you? <--- Original Version
Willingness to engage in good faith?
I see zero difference between the two.
Michale [162] -
Nope, still would have laughed at it. I take it this is you admitting that you were wrong about me being a Tesla/Musk fan?
I know people who were and who have flipped. But I'm not one of them. I always thought he was a jerk, sorry.
And yeah, I lived through the AMC Pacer years... seriously, like CT is most ridiculous vehicle EVER!
-CW
Michale (in general) -
I think you are the one with the TDS.
"Trump Deification Syndrome," that is...
heh
-CW
As Forrest Gump might have said:
"Stupid is as stupid drives."
(heh)
Kick [167] -
Brownie points for using "perspicacious."
Just had to say that.
:-)
-CW
nypoet22 [172] -
I am actually contemplating the differences between DH and M right now.
Anyone else care to chime in?
Or suggest remedies, for that matter...
-CW
@cw,
pre-moderation/curation for any poster who makes you even a little bit unhappy. even if that poster is me.
JL
Chris Weigant
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I am actually contemplating the differences between DH and M right now.
Anyone else care to chime in?
Since you asked the question, I will say I wholly agree with MtnCaddy on this one. I see absolutely no difference in either of them. How so?
* They both post the same garbage over and over as if it hasn't been covered ad nauseam... lather, rinse, repeat.
* Neither of them are here to actually debate political issues. As MtnCaddy correctly points out, there is no willingness to engage in good faith. DH was here to try to win your attention to advertise his "idea," while M is apparently here to play a game. You said so yourself:
It would be instructive if you review the commentary from that day in October 2022. MtnCaddy is expressing some of the same sentiments he does now, and he is still correct IMO.
* When they troll, they both escalate their language in search of a response like opioid addicts desperately in need of a fix... regardless of others and rules be damned.
* When anyone addresses the behavior, they play the victim and deflection cards and insist they're not doing what they're actually doing ad nauseam. This bullshit is so obviously profligate and pervasive, I can make my case regarding this point without even leaving this single commentary:
(A) Chris lays ground rules above at [78] regarding the spamming and trolling... not for the first time and basically nothing he hasn't said multiple times before.
(B) Michale at [102] pathetically insists he's being wrongfully accused and plays the ridiculous victim card:
(C) "I stopped quoting articles at all." Seriously!? Is he totally losing his mental faculties or just outright lying to the blog's author? Even when I'm blocking the obviously fabricating troll, I constantly see multiple complaints about cut and pasted AI and articles that have to be scrolled through. He's never stopped and apparently does not have the ability to stop himself. When I see he's earned a Yellow Card (and rightfully so) on this commentary, I unblock him out of curiosity. Anyone with two eyes and two brain cells can see post after post after post of cut-and-paste garbage that I refer to as "Scrollshit Mountain" and littered prolifically with needless attention-seeking slurs. Scroll... scroll... scroll... spam after spam after spam. At [44] another totally lifted article claiming "Reprinted with permission... By Alex Castellanos." He knows the rules; he's flagrantly ignoring them. How psychotic do you have to be to post mountains of cut-and-paste garbage including copyright violations while claiming on the same commentary (same webpage) that you're "far beyond" doing it? Scroll. At [45] another cut-and-paste self-described "interesting article" from "Real Clear" that is lifted and cut-and-pasted on another man's blog who has undeniably asked you on repeated occasions not to do it. Scrollshit. At [46] more trolling slurs and more cut-and-pasted scrollshit.
Enough already.
Or suggest remedies, for that matter...
Easy. It's your blog, and you've obviously already laid the ground rules multiple times and explained the consequences for infractions; all you need do now is to enforce them.
Once I sussed out what the troll twins were all about I was and remain astonished that anyone here has any interest in him/them. Why y’all keep feeding them your attention is beyond me.
Enforcement of the rule of law is the issue here, just as in Washington DC.
I want you to write content and not waste time moderating rules breakers. Yellow, then red — no fuss, no muss.
Elizabeth
[I did not care to find your post way the hell up above]
CW wrote TO MICHALE, You seem to see this site as a place to play a game. For you, this game is called: "award myself multiple points and victories against the libs and lefties, all the time." But you know what? Nobody else is playing that game -- it's only you. You can award yourself as many "victories" and "wins" as you want, but the rest of us just see it as you awarding yourself endless "participation awards." And remember when righties mocked that sort of thing? That's kind of how we feel about it all, sorry. And, yeah, it really is that pathetic.
~ Chris Weigant, 10/28/2022
https://www.chrisweigant.com/2022/10/28/friday-talking-points-election-fears/#comment-200048
I repost this to say that Michale “starts up the shit” in order to get someone (anyone) to pay attention to him. It’s false equivalence to blame anyone else for HIS sins. He’s a troll and he thinks he’s owning the Libs whenever he gets anyone to pay attention to him.
Period, full stop.
Liz you’re waaay better than that lame false equivalence, I know you are. C’mon!
I believe that you’re trying to get everybody to play nice. Cool! But everyone has to want to play by the rules and cho’mo ain’t about that.
Kick [194] -
Thanks for the in-depth rundown. I am taking it under advisement.
-CW