If the Christians are correct, there's a special place in Hell for a woman of color who not only accepts a coronation, but willingly packs corrupt old white guy water.
Great article, but please cease the Richard III libel. Even in Shakespeare's play he has more brains and energy than Trump ever had or will have. Here's what the city fathers of York said at the news of RIchard's death - The corporation minutes record the grief of the mayor and aldermen who state that Richard was 'piteously slain and murdered to the great heaviness of this city.
Very true! The great Tina Packer once told me that Trump wouldn’t make a compelling Shakespearean villain because he’s so small and petty, with no tragic flaw. He’s just a collection of flaws. She argued that he’s more interesting as the corruptive influence on the actual villain. For instance, a story about someone like Nikki Haley resisting and then surrendering to Trump.
"This year’s DNC has joyfully claimed freedom, democracy, and the red-white-and-blue for all of us."
This is my personal favorite part of this...for too long, the racists and misogynists and fascists and those simply too stupid for a modern pluralistic diverse society have been wrapping their ignorant butts in the American flag and claiming it as their own.
The patriotism and pride and progress--and the humility; the recognition that we are "a nation that isn't broken but simply unfinished"--were palpable at that convention, and in the Vice President's speech. It was magnificent.
Are you riding Saturday night live skit? I mean this is satire, right?
Without the removal of big dark money, and barriers in accessing the ballot, there is no path to restoring the republic. Neither party broaching the topic.
You are suffering from the illusion of choice.
After the absolutes, legislatively mandate electoral college electors be awarded on a ratio to popular vote. Hand counted and marked paper ballots, with a secure and transparent chain of custody. Federally mandated voter roll procedures and implement a nationwide universally followed set of registration, voter roll participation and election day guidelines.
Install four more supreme court justices along with mandating the number of seats equal the number of federal districts in perpetuity.
Impeach and remove every federal judge, member of Congress anyone else breaking their Oath of Office, federal government level!
yada yada yada
We have one unimaginable heavy lift. You think the donor class is going to assist, unfathomable to me.
Well said, or rather, written, Stephen. VP Harris made a great speech, the perfect ending to a perfect DNC. The joy, energy and enthusiasm in the arena came through my TV. It is my hope that not only will Harris/Walz win in a landslide, but that their coattails will be long, and many Dems win. We keep the Senate (maybe even get more seats), take the House, and win in state and local races.
Yeah, the parts of the speech that sat a little to the right of me I still recognize as being where the vast majority of Americans sit. "Most lethal fighting force" hit me with a thud, but also, if someone's gotta have it I want it to be us. As much as I'd like an open immigration policy, countries are defined by borders and there are people I really want us to be able to say "no, you don't get to come here," because they aren't about what America is about. The drug trade really does hurt and kill thousands of people. We've got to find that balance. But those are just the little differences that I have with her. Everyone is gonna have something they disagree about. What I have no question about is that she is the leader we need right here, right now. I'm all aboard.
Who has an open immigration policy? That entire issue is nothing but a political football. ALL undocumented images do is contribute.
If you want to address the southern border, remove prohibition in the United States, all of it. Institute federal background checks on every gun sold in America. Including private. Those are the two causes of the chaotic societies from northern South America all the way up to our southern border.
Prohibition not only doesn't work, it facilitates the opposite of the goal. Simply stupid.
Erin, I have to admit that occasionally she sat a little to the left of me, and as a former member of that "lethal fighting force", I really welcomed that part.
But I am pleased and proud to stand with you in support of the leader we need right here, right now.
Banish the fascists. Then let's find that balance...
I'm really glad for this reply, thank you. I respect folks who have served and I even considered it myself but during the DADT era it just wasn't going to work for me. I think it was a rhetorical clash more than anything else. It landed on me as "we want to be able to kill a shitload of people" and while I'm not naive and I know wars will happen and national defence is necessary it bounced off of my religious faith in a weird way. But hey, everyone has a role to play in this big, beautiful country and I'm glad we're playing ours.
Having an effective military means that if we do have to use it, America's sons and daughters in harm's way have the best probability of success and safety. It means we can selectively apply violence to deter or deny aggression and protect the innocent. Without overwhelming force, our choices become limited and our risks become greater.
I would never deny that it can also be used for much less noble purposes and with much less care; that's why it is so important to find that balance you mentioned--and that's why having an intelligent, thoughtful, compassionate Commander-in-Chief is critical. And that's why I am so glad to be part of this coalition.
I wasn't thrilled when she came out strongly for Israel and providing weapons. She did eventually also mention self-determination for Palestinians, but leaned heavily pro-Israel.
I'm so proud to be on the side that includes people such as Stephen, as well as the many others (e.g. Wonkette folks like Evan and Dok) who have fought relentlessly to bring us to this point in history, and somehow kept me laughing when otherwise I would have cried.
That is an amazing summary, chock-full of great information and references.
I am inspired and fired up. Let's get the job done and roll President Klan Robe and his lickspittles up and down the ballot. His unreconstructed party must be defeated. And be sure to check your registrations; Republicans are looking to destroy them in places they control so you cannot vote!
I’ve had the pleasure and delight of waiting on Ringo several times. (I worked at the bookstore that housed his favorite vegan/vegetarian restaurant in Aspen). I have a copy of his “Postcards” book that he signed for me. (“I’m only going to sign it if you buy it”, he says, while signing it. “No problem,” says I.)
I share that mostly to highlight what a lovely, friendly, delightful person he really is. (And to brag.)
PS, He started coming in with his brother-in-law and fellow musician Joe Walsh (you may have heard of him), he likes thrillers, I made sure he left the store with a copy of “The Gray Man”. 😎
Interestingly the WaPo had a discussion on Prompt 2024 and one of the pundits seemed to allude that it’s the Black women who are the most happy. And, never to take away anyone’s joy, as I am more than certain that they are overjoyed, but I can safely attest that ALL women are really thrilled.
Like Obama, she plays across all color lines. I would like to believe that America wants a candidate who is smart as hell. She certainly fits the bill and then some.
Talk about really making America great Suck it DonOLD!
Thank you!
If the Christians are correct, there's a special place in Hell for a woman of color who not only accepts a coronation, but willingly packs corrupt old white guy water.
Just sayin.....
Great journalism as usual, Stephen!
Doritos should do a co-promotion with Harris, generating donations to her campaign.
I got my bag of Doritos ready. But I would buy more if Doritos did such a promotion.
Great article, but please cease the Richard III libel. Even in Shakespeare's play he has more brains and energy than Trump ever had or will have. Here's what the city fathers of York said at the news of RIchard's death - The corporation minutes record the grief of the mayor and aldermen who state that Richard was 'piteously slain and murdered to the great heaviness of this city.
Very true! The great Tina Packer once told me that Trump wouldn’t make a compelling Shakespearean villain because he’s so small and petty, with no tragic flaw. He’s just a collection of flaws. She argued that he’s more interesting as the corruptive influence on the actual villain. For instance, a story about someone like Nikki Haley resisting and then surrendering to Trump.
Totally down with making Doritos the official snack food of Democracy.
Where is this democracy you speak of?
"This year’s DNC has joyfully claimed freedom, democracy, and the red-white-and-blue for all of us."
This is my personal favorite part of this...for too long, the racists and misogynists and fascists and those simply too stupid for a modern pluralistic diverse society have been wrapping their ignorant butts in the American flag and claiming it as their own.
The patriotism and pride and progress--and the humility; the recognition that we are "a nation that isn't broken but simply unfinished"--were palpable at that convention, and in the Vice President's speech. It was magnificent.
Are you riding Saturday night live skit? I mean this is satire, right?
Without the removal of big dark money, and barriers in accessing the ballot, there is no path to restoring the republic. Neither party broaching the topic.
You are suffering from the illusion of choice.
After the absolutes, legislatively mandate electoral college electors be awarded on a ratio to popular vote. Hand counted and marked paper ballots, with a secure and transparent chain of custody. Federally mandated voter roll procedures and implement a nationwide universally followed set of registration, voter roll participation and election day guidelines.
Install four more supreme court justices along with mandating the number of seats equal the number of federal districts in perpetuity.
Impeach and remove every federal judge, member of Congress anyone else breaking their Oath of Office, federal government level!
yada yada yada
We have one unimaginable heavy lift. You think the donor class is going to assist, unfathomable to me.
Are you writing*
Well said, or rather, written, Stephen. VP Harris made a great speech, the perfect ending to a perfect DNC. The joy, energy and enthusiasm in the arena came through my TV. It is my hope that not only will Harris/Walz win in a landslide, but that their coattails will be long, and many Dems win. We keep the Senate (maybe even get more seats), take the House, and win in state and local races.
Take your DNC fellation elsewhere
I'm usually not too emotional but I admit I got a bit of moisture in my eyes. Harris is gonna kick Trump's motherfucking ass. That's for damn sure.
Yeah, the parts of the speech that sat a little to the right of me I still recognize as being where the vast majority of Americans sit. "Most lethal fighting force" hit me with a thud, but also, if someone's gotta have it I want it to be us. As much as I'd like an open immigration policy, countries are defined by borders and there are people I really want us to be able to say "no, you don't get to come here," because they aren't about what America is about. The drug trade really does hurt and kill thousands of people. We've got to find that balance. But those are just the little differences that I have with her. Everyone is gonna have something they disagree about. What I have no question about is that she is the leader we need right here, right now. I'm all aboard.
Who has an open immigration policy? That entire issue is nothing but a political football. ALL undocumented images do is contribute.
If you want to address the southern border, remove prohibition in the United States, all of it. Institute federal background checks on every gun sold in America. Including private. Those are the two causes of the chaotic societies from northern South America all the way up to our southern border.
Prohibition not only doesn't work, it facilitates the opposite of the goal. Simply stupid.
Erin, I have to admit that occasionally she sat a little to the left of me, and as a former member of that "lethal fighting force", I really welcomed that part.
But I am pleased and proud to stand with you in support of the leader we need right here, right now.
Banish the fascists. Then let's find that balance...
The Democratic Party are the fascists. The GOP is full blown totalitarian despotism.
I'm really glad for this reply, thank you. I respect folks who have served and I even considered it myself but during the DADT era it just wasn't going to work for me. I think it was a rhetorical clash more than anything else. It landed on me as "we want to be able to kill a shitload of people" and while I'm not naive and I know wars will happen and national defence is necessary it bounced off of my religious faith in a weird way. But hey, everyone has a role to play in this big, beautiful country and I'm glad we're playing ours.
Having an effective military means that if we do have to use it, America's sons and daughters in harm's way have the best probability of success and safety. It means we can selectively apply violence to deter or deny aggression and protect the innocent. Without overwhelming force, our choices become limited and our risks become greater.
I would never deny that it can also be used for much less noble purposes and with much less care; that's why it is so important to find that balance you mentioned--and that's why having an intelligent, thoughtful, compassionate Commander-in-Chief is critical. And that's why I am so glad to be part of this coalition.
Who's going to do nothing but fellate Benjamin Netanyahu. Your rather stupid if you think we're that stupid.
Hudson, you have too many names and numbers. But that pales beside you being a moron. Go f yourself.
I wasn't thrilled when she came out strongly for Israel and providing weapons. She did eventually also mention self-determination for Palestinians, but leaned heavily pro-Israel.
I'm so proud to be on the side that includes people such as Stephen, as well as the many others (e.g. Wonkette folks like Evan and Dok) who have fought relentlessly to bring us to this point in history, and somehow kept me laughing when otherwise I would have cried.
She nailed it.
That is an amazing summary, chock-full of great information and references.
I am inspired and fired up. Let's get the job done and roll President Klan Robe and his lickspittles up and down the ballot. His unreconstructed party must be defeated. And be sure to check your registrations; Republicans are looking to destroy them in places they control so you cannot vote!
Mount up!
Thanks!
PSA: Doritos make great kindling for a fire.
“…the political equivalent of Ringo Starr’s 1973 self-titled album that featured the three other Beatles.”
He always did get by with a little help from his friends. Really, though, great comparison.
I’ve had the pleasure and delight of waiting on Ringo several times. (I worked at the bookstore that housed his favorite vegan/vegetarian restaurant in Aspen). I have a copy of his “Postcards” book that he signed for me. (“I’m only going to sign it if you buy it”, he says, while signing it. “No problem,” says I.)
I share that mostly to highlight what a lovely, friendly, delightful person he really is. (And to brag.)
PS, He started coming in with his brother-in-law and fellow musician Joe Walsh (you may have heard of him), he likes thrillers, I made sure he left the store with a copy of “The Gray Man”. 😎
Go ahead and brag. You can.
I’m so jealous. It’s been a nearly lifelong dream of mine to meet a Beatle in person. I’ve always adored Ringo.
Beautiful, SER. And I'd forgotten about McCain congratulating Obama. Lordy how the times have changed.
Interestingly the WaPo had a discussion on Prompt 2024 and one of the pundits seemed to allude that it’s the Black women who are the most happy. And, never to take away anyone’s joy, as I am more than certain that they are overjoyed, but I can safely attest that ALL women are really thrilled.
Like Obama, she plays across all color lines. I would like to believe that America wants a candidate who is smart as hell. She certainly fits the bill and then some.
Talk about really making America great Suck it DonOLD!