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One Week In - On the precipice of the Abyss
Author: BobR
Date: 11/16/2016 14:57:37
It's been one week since The Day The Earth Stood Still (because it couldn't fucking believe that Americans elected the completely unqualified racist, sexist asshole). Inauguration Day is still 2 months away, but it feels like a lifetime since the election, and a blink of the eye until he rolls into the White House with his ego sporting a permanent stiffy. There have been numerous stories already describing how ill-equipped he is for this role (and how little he understood the responsibilities), but that's a blog for another day.
During the campaign, he villainized (or at least minimized) anyone who was not a straight, white, Christian male. His supporters certainly got THAT message, based on their actions in just the last week:
That list only includes those which have showed up in front of me - I did not search for any of these. To be fair, there are some that we can't definitively say are tRump-inspired, although the one's that include tRump's name certainly are. tRump hasn't exactly assuaged concerns or told people to stop it. No, he chose Ken Blackwood - Family Research Council Fellow - to run his domestic transition team. Anyone who had any hope that things would cool down as we got further from the election (and the toxic campaign) should realize that this is the new "Not Normal".
However, those concerned that tRump is going to steamroll the country with all of the things he promised during his campaign can probably breathe a little easier. He's already walking back numerous campaign promises, which hopefully will enrage those who trusted him to make big changes. As for "draining the swamp"? Yeah - not so much. There are also the district courts which have been heavily populated with Obama-appointed judges which will be a firewall against any onerous legislation, and the quick lawsuits they will inspire.
It's amazing how much insanity has occurred in just the past week. There's not much we can do about the shit-show in tRump's inner circle (of hell), but we CAN try to help protect and stand up for our brothers and sisters who have been marginalized by this monster. Power to the people - and Sic semper tyrannis.
During the campaign, he villainized (or at least minimized) anyone who was not a straight, white, Christian male. His supporters certainly got THAT message, based on their actions in just the last week:
- Neo-Nazis troll minorities so they'll commit suicide
- MD church defaced with "Whites Only" graffiti
- The KKK is having a "victory" parade in NC
- PA high school students shouting "white power" in school
- Journalist harrassed for speaking Spanish while on a private phone call
- PRIDE flags being burned in Rochester, NY
- Saudi student beaten to death in Wisconsin
- Numerous anti-Muslim and anti-gay attacks
- Numerous reports of racial terrorism
- The ACLU is covering reported incidents of hate
- The SPLC has logged over 200 incidents
That list only includes those which have showed up in front of me - I did not search for any of these. To be fair, there are some that we can't definitively say are tRump-inspired, although the one's that include tRump's name certainly are. tRump hasn't exactly assuaged concerns or told people to stop it. No, he chose Ken Blackwood - Family Research Council Fellow - to run his domestic transition team. Anyone who had any hope that things would cool down as we got further from the election (and the toxic campaign) should realize that this is the new "Not Normal".
However, those concerned that tRump is going to steamroll the country with all of the things he promised during his campaign can probably breathe a little easier. He's already walking back numerous campaign promises, which hopefully will enrage those who trusted him to make big changes. As for "draining the swamp"? Yeah - not so much. There are also the district courts which have been heavily populated with Obama-appointed judges which will be a firewall against any onerous legislation, and the quick lawsuits they will inspire.
It's amazing how much insanity has occurred in just the past week. There's not much we can do about the shit-show in tRump's inner circle (of hell), but we CAN try to help protect and stand up for our brothers and sisters who have been marginalized by this monster. Power to the people - and Sic semper tyrannis.
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Comment by 
wickedpam on 11/16/2016 14:14:13
wickedpam on 11/16/2016 14:14:13
Morning 
Heard a military thing on TOP this morning about Mosul - the military guy sounded very excited that "more options were on the table" and that Trashhole will "play it close to the vest". All I heard was more troops, more death and destruction, and less transparency (which we are already seeing).
Heard a military thing on TOP this morning about Mosul - the military guy sounded very excited that "more options were on the table" and that Trashhole will "play it close to the vest". All I heard was more troops, more death and destruction, and less transparency (which we are already seeing).
Comment by 
Scoopster on 11/16/2016 14:40:59
Scoopster on 11/16/2016 14:40:59
Mornin' all.. 
If you haven't had a chance to hear this Breitbart underling on NPR earlier, you need to. It's some really frightening shit.
If you haven't had a chance to hear this Breitbart underling on NPR earlier, you need to. It's some really frightening shit.
Comment by 
Mondobubba on 11/16/2016 14:44:03
Mondobubba on 11/16/2016 14:44:03
Way to normalize the fuckstick, Steve Bannon, NPR. A 7min 15 sec interview with Joel Pollack who's an editor for Brietbart
I will be calling them about this today.
I will be calling them about this today.
Comment by 
TriSec on 11/16/2016 14:46:01
TriSec on 11/16/2016 14:46:01
TriSec is disturbed today. Please see the book of face.
Comment by 
Raine on 11/16/2016 14:46:17
Raine on 11/16/2016 14:46:17
First Bannon and Now FRANK GAFFNEY. 
good morning.
good morning.
Comment by Raine on 11/16/2016 14:47:19
Chrstalmghty.
Raine on 11/16/2016 14:47:19
Quote by Mondobubba:
Way to normalize the fuckstick, Steve Bannon, NPR. A 7min 15 sec interview with Joel Pollack who's an editor for Brietbart
I will be calling them about this today.
Comment by wickedpam on 11/16/2016 14:53:27
wickedpam on 11/16/2016 14:53:27
And the kids are marching for Day 3 
Comment by Scoopster on 11/16/2016 14:54:43
Yeah this is the same link I posted. This guy is so into himself and Bannon and all the fun little hate projects they get to play on us now it's scary.
Scoopster on 11/16/2016 14:54:43
Quote by Mondobubba:
Way to normalize the fuckstick, Steve Bannon, NPR. A 7min 15 sec interview with Joel Pollack who's an editor for Brietbart
I will be calling them about this today.
Yeah this is the same link I posted. This guy is so into himself and Bannon and all the fun little hate projects they get to play on us now it's scary.
Comment by 
BobR on 11/16/2016 14:57:53
BobR on 11/16/2016 14:57:53
BLOG IS POSTED! - please refresh to read
Comment by Mondobubba on 11/16/2016 14:58:06
Didn't even see it Scoop, That's how pissed off I was. BTW it is neigh impossible to call NPR. So I emailed them.
Mondobubba on 11/16/2016 14:58:06
Quote by Scoopster:Quote by Mondobubba:
Way to normalize the fuckstick, Steve Bannon, NPR. A 7min 15 sec interview with Joel Pollack who's an editor for Brietbart
I will be calling them about this today.
Yeah this is the same link I posted. This guy is so into himself and Bannon and all the fun little hate projects they get to play on us now it's scary.
Didn't even see it Scoop, That's how pissed off I was. BTW it is neigh impossible to call NPR. So I emailed them.
Comment by Mondobubba on 11/16/2016 15:13:38
Mondobubba on 11/16/2016 15:13:38
Comment by Will in Chicago on 11/16/2016 15:16:52
I am glad to see some good news.
As for the rising tide of hate, I am much more aware of my environment now. I fear that we will see such incidents as included in the blog rise. I don't see the more hateful Trump supporters stopping.
Will in Chicago on 11/16/2016 15:16:52
Quote by Mondobubba:
In non-political news, gene therapy for sickle cell is in the offing.
CRISPR FTMFW!
I am glad to see some good news.
As for the rising tide of hate, I am much more aware of my environment now. I fear that we will see such incidents as included in the blog rise. I don't see the more hateful Trump supporters stopping.
Comment by Raine on 11/16/2016 15:23:25
Raine on 11/16/2016 15:23:25
Quote by wickedpam:
And the kids are marching for Day 3
Comment by Raine on 11/16/2016 15:24:39
Raine on 11/16/2016 15:24:39
Comment by Scoopster on 11/16/2016 15:33:26
I really need to stop reading the comments, but it's hard when you can't help but react to a bunch of idiots referring to these kids as stupid for "having no idea what they're protesting" or lazy because they're 'rather skip school to hang out in the park instead of learn about the electoral college".
Scoopster on 11/16/2016 15:33:26
Quote by Raine:Quote by wickedpam:
And the kids are marching for Day 3
I really need to stop reading the comments, but it's hard when you can't help but react to a bunch of idiots referring to these kids as stupid for "having no idea what they're protesting" or lazy because they're 'rather skip school to hang out in the park instead of learn about the electoral college".
Comment by wickedpam on 11/16/2016 15:35:45
I have the same problem. Amazing how many people don't like free speech when its not what they are for.
wickedpam on 11/16/2016 15:35:45
Quote by Scoopster:Quote by Raine:Quote by wickedpam:
And the kids are marching for Day 3
I really need to stop reading the comments, but it's hard when you can't help but react to a bunch of idiots referring to these kids as stupid for "having no idea what they're protesting" or lazy because they're 'rather skip school to hang out in the park instead of learn about the electoral college".
I have the same problem. Amazing how many people don't like free speech when its not what they are for.
Comment by Scoopster on 11/16/2016 15:46:30
Scoopster on 11/16/2016 15:46:30
NYT just issued this statement in response to Trump's anti-NYT tweetstorm (https://t.co/Zda4D7RCwz) pic.twitter.com/JS7fOyoPZT
— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) November 16, 2016
Comment by Will in Chicago on 11/16/2016 16:00:21
Will in Chicago on 11/16/2016 16:00:21
Comment by wickedpam on 11/16/2016 16:12:11
The problem is that impeachment doesn't really mean removal.
wickedpam on 11/16/2016 16:12:11
Quote by Will in Chicago:
This is interesting. Professor predicted Trump win, predicts impeachment.
The problem is that impeachment doesn't really mean removal.
Comment by Will in Chicago on 11/16/2016 16:18:47
No, not unless the Senate votes as well. Trump would really have to screw up to turn the House and Senate against him. Mind you, I do see him capable of doing so but I am not holding my breath.
Will in Chicago on 11/16/2016 16:18:47
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Will in Chicago:
This is interesting. Professor predicted Trump win, predicts impeachment.
The problem is that impeachment doesn't really mean removal.
No, not unless the Senate votes as well. Trump would really have to screw up to turn the House and Senate against him. Mind you, I do see him capable of doing so but I am not holding my breath.
Comment by Will in Chicago on 11/16/2016 16:20:26
A wise DNC chair would try to bring O'Malley into the fold as he has done well in his past work with Democratic governors.
Will in Chicago on 11/16/2016 16:20:26
Quote by Raine:
Bummer. O'malley bows out of DNC chair race.
A wise DNC chair would try to bring O'Malley into the fold as he has done well in his past work with Democratic governors.
Comment by wickedpam on 11/16/2016 16:23:01
Oh I see him completely capable of it - thing is he's a good cover for them to get all their stuff passed in the Congress. With every one yelling at Trashhole, who's watching Pence & Ryan?
wickedpam on 11/16/2016 16:23:01
Quote by Will in Chicago:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Will in Chicago:
This is interesting. Professor predicted Trump win, predicts impeachment.
The problem is that impeachment doesn't really mean removal.
No, not unless the Senate votes as well. Trump would really have to screw up to turn the House and Senate against him. Mind you, I do see him capable of doing so but I am not holding my breath.
Oh I see him completely capable of it - thing is he's a good cover for them to get all their stuff passed in the Congress. With every one yelling at Trashhole, who's watching Pence & Ryan?
Comment by Will in Chicago on 11/16/2016 16:24:44
We will have to do so.
Will in Chicago on 11/16/2016 16:24:44
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Will in Chicago:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Will in Chicago:
This is interesting. Professor predicted Trump win, predicts impeachment.
The problem is that impeachment doesn't really mean removal.
No, not unless the Senate votes as well. Trump would really have to screw up to turn the House and Senate against him. Mind you, I do see him capable of doing so but I am not holding my breath.
Oh I see him completely capable of it - thing is he's a good cover for them to get all their stuff passed in the Congress. With every one yelling at Trashhole, who's watching Pence & Ryan?
We will have to do so.
Comment by BobR on 11/16/2016 16:46:51
"Trashhole" - I like it!
BobR on 11/16/2016 16:46:51
Quote by wickedpam:
Oh I see him completely capable of it - thing is he's a good cover for them to get all their stuff passed in the Congress. With every one yelling at Trashhole, who's watching Pence & Ryan?
"Trashhole" - I like it!
Comment by wickedpam on 11/16/2016 16:49:28
*curtsey* Thank ya
wickedpam on 11/16/2016 16:49:28
Quote by BobR:Quote by wickedpam:
Oh I see him completely capable of it - thing is he's a good cover for them to get all their stuff passed in the Congress. With every one yelling at Trashhole, who's watching Pence & Ryan?
"Trashhole" - I like it!
*curtsey* Thank ya
Comment by Raine on 11/16/2016 17:28:46
Raine on 11/16/2016 17:28:46
I am having what is becoming a daily moment of feeling bereft.
Comment by wickedpam on 11/16/2016 17:39:04
Thought I was doing fairly ok (still angry though) until like last night - then it hit me again.
wickedpam on 11/16/2016 17:39:04
Quote by Raine:
I am having what is becoming a daily moment of feeling bereft.
Thought I was doing fairly ok (still angry though) until like last night - then it hit me again.
Comment by Raine on 11/16/2016 18:03:48
I swear -- I feel so strange.
I do not want to live in a world with Trump as president and yet, i have to.
Raine on 11/16/2016 18:03:48
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Raine:
I am having what is becoming a daily moment of feeling bereft.
Thought I was doing fairly ok (still angry though) until like last night - then it hit me again.
I do not want to live in a world with Trump as president and yet, i have to.
Comment by wickedpam on 11/16/2016 18:32:34
You're not alone
wickedpam on 11/16/2016 18:32:34
Quote by Raine:I swear -- I feel so strange.Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Raine:
I am having what is becoming a daily moment of feeling bereft.
Thought I was doing fairly ok (still angry though) until like last night - then it hit me again.
I do not want to live in a world with Trump as president and yet, i have to.
You're not alone
Comment by BobR on 11/16/2016 18:43:17
I suspect it will be like the Bush years, where I felt like an enemy in my own country.
BobR on 11/16/2016 18:43:17
Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Raine:I swear -- I feel so strange.Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Raine:
I am having what is becoming a daily moment of feeling bereft.
Thought I was doing fairly ok (still angry though) until like last night - then it hit me again.
I do not want to live in a world with Trump as president and yet, i have to.
You're not alone
I suspect it will be like the Bush years, where I felt like an enemy in my own country.
Comment by Scoopster on 11/16/2016 19:37:43
You know before the safety pin idea popped up, I was personally worried about having to explain to most folks I meet that I'm not their enemy. Especially since I look like the stereotypical Trump voter.
Scoopster on 11/16/2016 19:37:43
Quote by BobR:Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Raine:I swear -- I feel so strange.Quote by wickedpam:Quote by Raine:
I am having what is becoming a daily moment of feeling bereft.
Thought I was doing fairly ok (still angry though) until like last night - then it hit me again.
I do not want to live in a world with Trump as president and yet, i have to.
You're not alone
I suspect it will be like the Bush years, where I felt like an enemy in my own country.
You know before the safety pin idea popped up, I was personally worried about having to explain to most folks I meet that I'm not their enemy. Especially since I look like the stereotypical Trump voter.