Yes, I'm a Democratic Partisan, but Never in My Life Have I ever thought so much was Hanging on the outcome of an Election.

[cigaretteman]

I always respected the people who had different views about how best to lead our country into the future, but I never before appropriately questioned their commitment to the American Promise of democracy, that every vote counts and that we have checks and balances to protect from the tyranny of he minority, but this election has bottled my mind. The fact that there was a single Republican who stood up and voted to convict an obviously corrupt, unqualified and unfit President was utterly disheartening to me. I fear for the future of our country, if not for the rest of the world as well if Trump is re-elected. History has shown that Democracy is fragile. For most of my life, I thought most of the politicians on both sides of the aisle understood that and would do what they considered to be the best for the future of our nation. I no longer can feel that way, or respect anyone who supports Trump or anyone who enables or is complicit with him. I know I won't change anyone's minds who support his assault on our system of government, but please consider what's at stake when you vote.

 

[JRHawk2003]

Well said Ciggy.

 

[billanole]

I always respected the people who had different views about how best to lead our country into the future, but I never before appropriately questioned their commitment to the American Promise of democracy, that every vote counts and that we have checks and balances to protect from the tyranny of he minority, but this election has bottled my mind. The fact that there was a single Republican who stood up and voted to convict an obviously corrupt, unqualified and unfit President was utterly disheartening to me. I fear for the future of our country, if not for the rest of the world as well if Trump is re-elected. History has shown that Democracy is fragile. For most of my life, I thought most of the politicians on both sides of the aisle understood that and would do what they considered to be the best for the future of our nation. I no longer can feel that way, or respect anyone who supports Trump or anyone who enables or is complicit with him. I know I won't change anyone's minds who support his assault on our system of government, but please consider what's at stake when you vote.

True dat.
Really, peeps. Get out and vote. I respect your right to choose. Show up and participate. Get involved. If your side wins fair and square, then they win.
Fight ignorance and apathy, but mostly, fight corruption, liers, and cheats. Kick their ass out.

 

[NorthernHawkeye]

 

[ConvenientParking]

I feel sort of guilty for looking for the link or the author's name for an extra 2 seconds longer than I should have.

 

[billanole]

Well said Ciggy.

Very well said.

 

[cigaretteman]

I feel sort of guilty for looking for the link or the author's name for an extra 2 seconds longer than I should have.

That's my fault. No one would blame you.

 

[William Bonney]

You guys slept while the left radicalized the nation and now you're complaining about the consequences? GTFOH

 

[ConvenientParking]

Always nice to be reminded that I also live in the alternate universe.

 

[JRHawk2003]

I can understand belief in small govt or less taxes, but I cant understand the attraction of a reality TV con man. He is a disgrace.

 

[cigaretteman]

You guys slept while the left radicalized the nation and now you're complaining about the consequences? GTFOH

Um no,

 

[William Bonney]

Um no,

You still don't understand the problem.

 

[95Hawk]

Four years later and it’s still the same slogan.

Weird how it didn’t get great under....<checks notes>....ah...President Trump.

 

[pjhawk]

You guys slept while the left radicalized the nation and now you're complaining about the consequences? GTFOH

It's always Mommy's fault when Daddy hits her.

 

[ottumwan in tx]

well dems probably should not have bribed hiden joe bye done in dallas then... and got the wicked witch of the west also

 

[billanole]

well dems probably should not have bribed hiden joe bye done in dallas then... and got the wicked witch of the west also

Good to hear the alternate universe speak up. Thanks, uncle oit.

 

[Chuck C]

I always respected the people who had different views about how best to lead our country into the future

Quit reading after this part. In the 9 years I’ve been on this board and well before Trump, this has never been an accurate statement.

 

[JRHawk2003]

well dems probably should not have bribed hiden joe bye done in dallas then... and got the wicked witch of the west also

Is there any chance that somehow no one can be declared the winner and Rick Perry is installed as President?

 

[sober_teacher]

I don’t think I ever thought an election would be entirely about character for me. I can understand, respect and agree with conservative principles, or at least understand where they are coming from. I don’t understand Trump, or people who are all in with him. He has zero morals, says whatever he thinks sounds good in the moment, and only cares about what benefits himself the most. That’s not the kind of person I want representing me to the world, or leading my nation through a crisis.

 

[mattymoknows]

I don’t think I ever thought an election would be entirely about character for me. I can understand, respect and agree with conservative principles, or at least understand where they are coming from. I don’t understand Trump, or people who are all in with him. He has zero morals, says whatever he thinks sounds good in the moment, and only cares about what benefits himself the most. That’s not the kind of person I want representing me to the world, or leading my nation through a crisis.

Perfectly said. What I've found out from those I know that still support Trump is that they often note they don't always appreciate the way he behaves but they will put up with it for something else they feel strongly about like their religion, supporting police, or because they cherish their money above anything else. Also, a lot of them are scared of all the left's boogeymen being pushed by Trump and his cronies.

I'm past the point of even talking to them about politics as it just makes me sad they keep tethering themselves to such a pathetic human being.

 

[j0nnyhb_Prime]

You still don't understand the problem.

How can YOU not see Trump for what kind of time bomb he is!

 

[William Bonney]

How can YOU not see Trump for what kind of time bomb he is!

Because I pay attention to what he does, not what, or how, he talks. His policies and actions are in line with a Biblical worldview.

 

[j0nnyhb_Prime]

If Trump was simply bigoted, boorish and lacked any character whatsoever BUT was actually good at being President I could understand a little. But he is also so incompetent it is mind bottling.

The OP is spot on.

 

[biggreydogs]

Joe is up in a landslide, why so sad figgy?

 

[NorthernHawkeye]

I can understand belief in small govt or less taxes, but I cant understand the attraction of a reality TV con man. He is a disgrace.

And this is why you guys will never understand. You’re so caught up in the personality of the man. The rest of us are not.

 

[j0nnyhb_Prime]

Because I pay attention to what he does, not what, or how, he talks. His policies and actions are in line with a Biblical worldview.

You know you are being used right? I guess it is OK as long as you got your judges. Check your moral compass dude. Jesus would be for love and kindness to your enemies and your neighbors. Jesus would want to take care of the people that weren’t as fortunate. Jesus would never want us divided as we are now .... your world view is off. Take care WB, I hope you see the light.

 

[NorthernHawkeye]

Four years later and it’s still the same slogan.

Weird how it didn’t get great under....<checks notes>....ah...President Trump.

It’s an old flag you dope. But still a great one.

 

[JRHawk2003]

And this is why you guys will never understand. You’re so caught up in the personality of the man. The rest of us are not.

Personality? He is an unethical crook. He uses his job to enrich himself.

What is wrong with you?

 

[fivecardstud14]

Because I pay attention to what he does, not what, or how, he talks. His policies and actions are in line with a Biblical worldview.

Lol you love your little bible.

 

[NorthernHawkeye]

You know you are being used right? I guess it is OK as long as you got your judges. Check your moral compass dude. Jesus would be for love and kindness to your enemies and your neighbors. Jesus would want to take care of the people that weren’t as fortunate. Jesus would never want us divided as we are now .... your world view is off. Take care WB, I hope you see the light.

This coming from the party that routinely grapples with whether to include the word “God” in their platform, pledge of allegiance, etc...

 

[fivecardstud14]

This coming from the party that routinely grapples with whether to include the word “God” in their platform, pledge of allegiance, etc...

Your god is a little bitch. "Thal shalt not this! Thal shalt not that!" Calm down ya almighty drama queen.

 

[j0nnyhb_Prime]

This coming from the party that routinely grapples with whether to include the word “God” in their platform, pledge of allegiance, etc...

Lol northern, I was a Republican in my early voting years .... voted for the Republican nominees in at least 5 races.

I would be opposed to anyone as dangerous as Trump regardless of party. This Isn’t an election where normal policies matter. Trump is attacking Democracy.

 

[William Bonney]

Trump is attacking Democracy.

False. Now are you ignorant or lying?

 

[mattymoknows]

You know you are being used right? I guess it is OK as long as you got your judges. Check your moral compass dude. Jesus would be for love and kindness to your enemies and your neighbors. Jesus would want to take care of the people that weren’t as fortunate. Jesus would never want us divided as we are now .... your world view is off. Take care WB, I hope you see the light.

First Rule of HROT Fight Club. NEVER waste your time arguing or trying to make sense of anything that comes out of the mouths of Northern, Bonney, or OIT. It will just drive you to madness. 🤣

 

[BlackNGoldBleeder]

You know you are being used right? I guess it is OK as long as you got your judges. Check your moral compass dude. Jesus would be for love and kindness to your enemies and your neighbors. Jesus would want to take care of the people that weren’t as fortunate. Jesus would never want us divided as we are now .... your world view is off. Take care WB, I hope you see the light.

He won't. He has the heart of a Pharisee and the mind of a sycophant.

 

[JRHawk2003]

This coming from the party that routinely grapples with whether to include the word “God” in their platform, pledge of allegiance, etc...

There is a Christian Left too you know.

 

[BlackNGoldBleeder]

First Rule of HROT Fight Club. NEVER waste your time arguing or trying to make sense of anything that comes out of mouths of Northern, Bonney, or OIT. It will just drive you to madness. 🤣

Yep, it's an exercise in futility. Goes back to the Mark Twain quote on arguing with stupid people.

 

[BlackNGoldBleeder]

There is a Christian Left too you know.

And many of them are wrong too.

 

[William Bonney]

He won't. He has the heart of a Pharisee and the mind of a sycophant.

Ironic

 

[JRHawk2003]

And many of them are wrong too.

About what specifically?