Posted: 7/13/24 at 9:55pm
"I don't find ANYTHING funny about political violence."
You are correct, bad term to use in this context and my apologies.
Posted: 7/13/24 at 10:03pm
"His Project 2025 literally will have illegals put in detention camps. Like the MAGA base wouldn't be celebrating Biden's assassination if it happens tomorrow."
What does the term illegal mean to you? To me, it means you broke the law and you should be punished. Sorry, this country should not have to put you up in a Hilton when you cross the border illegally. You do not want to be in a "camp", don't come here illegally and lets have these people deported as soon as possible. I believe over 1 million people a year immigrate to the US legally, that seems enough to me.
Actually as much as the MAGA base annoys the hell out of me and ruined the chance of a nominee under 70, they do not believe in violence of their political opponents. If MAGA nuts were polled, they would vote to keep Biden in the race -lol.
Posted: 7/13/24 at 10:10pm
"Why did they (secret service) let him stand up right away? Why was the event not immediately shut down? Why was the crowd not scrambling for cover?"
Why don't you ask the pundits from CNN or MSNBC to find you some answers -lol
Posted: 7/13/24 at 10:26pm
Zeppie2022 said: ""Why did they (secret service) let him stand up right away? Why was the event not immediately shut down? Why was the crowd not scrambling for cover?"
Why don't you ask the pundits from CNN or MSNBC to find you some answers -lol"
Any cable news ain't news. It's all a bunch of opinions and pointing blame.
Posted: 7/13/24 at 10:36pm
When right-wing scum tried to kidnap Gretchen Whitmer, Republicans made excuses.
When a lunatic beat Paul Pelosi with a hammer, they made jokes.
And when Trump sent a mob to attack the Capitol, they made up lies.
Don’t lecture us about condemning violence.
Posted: 7/13/24 at 11:01pm
My sister got really pissed at me when I said something similar. I can certainly see her point,but I also think it's a little sad that the only person who understands what's at stake right now it is a stranger a message board. (No offense,btw)
Updated On: 7/13/24 at 11:01 PM
Posted: 7/13/24 at 11:08pm
"When a lunatic beat Paul Pelosi with a hammer, they made jokes."
You really need to look at some of the vile comments on X tonight about the shooting and get back to me.
"Don’t lecture us about condemning violence"
I did not lecture anyone about condemning violence. Jay Lerner-Z asked if he was bad person for not having sympathy for Trump and I answered him. I actually praised Joe Biden for stepping up tonight and condemning violence and wishing the Trump family well. Guess you overlooked that part of my post -lol
"And when Trump sent a mob to attack the Capitol, they made up lies. "
Really. It is not hard go to youtube. You can find clips of people on Jan 5th saying they were going to march on the Capitol the next day which was before Trump's speech. Trump said in his speech to go to the Capitol and protest peacefully, that does not sound like mob attack. I would be the first one to admit Trump was a freaking egomaniac fool for having a rally that day. It did not take a genius to know there was possibility of something bad happening. I
Posted: 7/13/24 at 11:19pm
"but I also think it's a little sad that the only person who understands what's at stake right now it is a stranger a message board."
What is at stake is the current POTUS is senile and the media "turned a blind eye" to it for years. Now when the debate exposed Biden, the media acted shocked -lol. Tonight you had a person try to kill former POTUS and Republican nominee in 2024. In other words, this act was trying to undermine the 2024 election. What really was at stake was months ago when Republicans stupidly nominated Trump again when they had IMO better choices. Also Biden showed his problems to anybody who actually tried to pay attention long time ago, that was the time to address a different nominee.
Posted: 7/14/24 at 8:05am
Zeppie, I compared him to 1920s Hitler. Anyone who knows their history can surely see the parallels. A pivotal moment in time where crisis could have been averted. Before Hitler threw democracy in the trash can and appointed himself dictator. Three Supreme Court justices can see my point, I'm sure.
Posted: 7/14/24 at 9:09am
The shooter was a 20-year old white male, a registered Republican and a member of the NRA. The rally was held in Pennsylvania, an open carry state, and bags and backpacks were not being checked at the rally. The MAGA crazies were blaming liberals last night when they need to point the finger at their own for once.
Posted: 7/14/24 at 10:03am
ACL2006 said: "The shooter was a 20-year old white male, a registered Republican and a member of the NRA. The rally was held in Pennsylvania, an open carry state, and bags and backpacks were not being checked at the rally. The MAGA crazies were blaming liberals last night when they need to point the finger at their own for once."
He was also an Act Blue donor.
Posted: 7/14/24 at 10:37am
I see the Assassins thread over on the main board has been deleted. This is just a test post to see if I've been banned... again. Hopefully not.
Posted: 7/14/24 at 11:28am
Jay Lerner-Z said: "I have zero sympathy for Trump right now. Am I a bad person?
If you could go back to 1920s Berlin, would you shoot Hitler?"
No, you're not a bad person and yes, I would shoot Hitler. I'm sure bad things will come out about Thomas Matthew Crooks, but for now I'm comfortable calling him a hero. He will be remembered and honored like the July 20 plotters are in Germany.
Posted: 7/14/24 at 11:56am
details are coming out about the attempted assassination. A piece of glass grazed his ear, not the bullet. Where did the glass come from? A teleprompter, but none were shown to have any damage once the event was cleared out. Why is Jr. already marketing merchandise with his mug shot and the phrase "they missed"?
The MAGAs showed no empathy for any school shootings but suddenly caring about one after all of these years. what a pile of garbage this is.
Posted: 7/14/24 at 12:26pm
Also, why was the secret service delayed in shielding him and why did they let him standup with his fist in the air shouting "FIGHT!"? Why was nobody running for cover?
Posted: 7/14/24 at 12:54pm
UPDATE:
Sorry, Posted wrong time. President Biden speaks from the White House today at 1:30 p.m. ET
Updated On: 7/14/24 at 12:54 PM
Posted: 7/14/24 at 1:28pm
ErikJ972 said: "ACL2006 said: "The shooter was a 20-year old white male, a registered Republican and a member of the NRA. The rally was held in Pennsylvania, an open carry state, and bags and backpacks were not being checked at the rally. The MAGA crazies were blaming liberals last night when they need to point the finger at their own for once."
He was also an Act Blue donor."
Yep, which could throw a twist into this. People on the right have been pointing out that Dems were switching parties to get Nikki Haley in. I don't know how true that is but they are already spinning this.
Posted: 7/14/24 at 2:10pm
The media reported on the wrong guy. Thomas Crooks, who donated 15 bucks to Act Blue, is a 69-year-old Democrat who lives in Pittsburgh and just happens to have the same name as the Republican who shot Trump.
The Thomas Crooks involved in the assassination attempt has no ties to Act Blue. But has donated to the NRA.
Posted: 7/14/24 at 3:06pm
Highland Guy said: "President Biden is scheduled to speak again tonight at 8:00 p.m. ET, this time from the Oval Office"
Imagine if the reverse happened and Obama was shot at during #45's term. He wouldn't dare make one kind word or any positive statements. It would and will always be about him.
Posted: 7/14/24 at 3:19pm
It is within Biden’s power to have Trump legally murdered. For the good of the nation. Maybe he will give the order live on air tonight.
Unlikely, but theoretically possible. Frightening, really.
Posted: 7/14/24 at 3:33pm
Highland Guy said: "President Biden is scheduled to speak again tonight at 8:00 p.m. ET, this time from the Oval Office"
Honestly, I think Biden's statement yesterday was enough. He should just let the FBI do their job at this point. And honestly, I just don't want him to possibly make another public gaffe during all of this. He scared me yesterday when he said he had his opinion on this. Just let the investigation happen and then maybe make another statement. Just my opinion.
Updated On: 7/14/24 at 03:33 PM
Posted: 7/14/24 at 3:51pm
uncageg said: "Highland Guy said: "President Biden is scheduled to speak again tonight at 8:00 p.m. ET, this time from the Oval Office"
Honestly, I think Biden's statement yesterday was enough. He should just let the FBI do their job at this point. And honestly, I just don't want him to possibly make another public gaffe during all of this. He scared me yesterday when he said he had his opinion on this. Just let the investigation happen and then maybe make another statement. Just my opinion"
Biden is our President. He is doing what the American public elected him to do, and he's doing it well. This is not the time (nor is there any time) for him to retreat into the shadows.
Posted: 7/14/24 at 3:56pm
Highland Guy said: "uncageg said: "Highland Guy said: "President Biden is scheduled to speak again tonight at 8:00 p.m. ET, this time from the Oval Office"
Honestly, I think Biden's statement yesterday was enough. He should just let the FBI do their job at this point. And honestly, I just don't want him to possibly make another public gaffe during all of this. He scared me yesterday when he said he had his opinion on this. Just let the investigation happen and then maybe make another statement. Just my opinion"
Biden is our President. He is doing what the American public elected him to do, and he's doing it well. This is not the time (nor is there any time) for him to retreat into the shadows."
Yes, I totally understand that but in this political climate it just, to me, feels like what should happen. But it is a double edged sword. If he did what I suggested then the media would be all over him for not making public statements.
Also, does anyone have a link to the information about the information on the shooter getting mixed up? I can't find anything and I am just staying away from TV News until this evening.
Posted: 7/14/24 at 4:17pm
So nice to see #45 golfing today considering the terrible event that happened to him yesterday... What a f*cking TOOL!!
Posted: 7/14/24 at 9:17pm
My focus since before last night's event has not changed. I am a proud Queer American Veteran who will not abandon my Democratic Party for any reason. And after listening to President Biden's impassioned address to the nation this evening, I remain convinced that for the safety and future of our country, we must return the Biden/Harris Administration to FOUR MORE YEARS !!
Updated On: 7/14/24 at 09:17 PM
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