Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 10:04 amWorse than we are now? Hard to imagine that. Wait a minute. There's one guy. The Pharma Bro... Martin Shkreli.
Luckily, he's in a federal prison over in NJ for at least the next 6 years.
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Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 10:04 amPosted: Mon May 13, 2019 10:55 amWorse than we are now? Hard to imagine that. Wait a minute. There's one guy. The Pharma Bro... Martin Shkreli.
Luckily, he's in a federal prison over in NJ for at least the next 6 years.
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 11:00 amMartin Shkreli/Felicity Huffman - 2028
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 11:19 amCannot think of a name wrote:Gormwood wrote:So if the Republicans encourage Russian aid through neglecting cybersecurity in 2020 how are they getting punished? Rules are only as good as they can get enforced.
Well, a few ways. First of all, the platforms that were exploited last time have taken measures of their own regardless of how congress or Trump acts. Second, we're more aware of the tactics used. You can't use a trick after you know how it works, not as well at least. Can they still manufacture both sides of a rally to stir unrest? Sure. There's always a fish for the hook. But it won't be as effective a second time around. Third, the DNC can up its own security. The leak happened after someone opened an email link for fuck's sake. Don't do that. Finally, they can keep it in the conversation and highlight the Republican's lack of action on it.
But whatever they do, they should absolutely not undermine any effort to stop it by asking someone else to do the same fucking thing on their behalf.
Fortunately, no one in the party with any modicum of power or influence would suggest this as it's bonkers.
Seriously? The dems got phished?
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 11:21 amOh, good, found the new thread.
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 11:51 amSatuga wrote:Valrifell wrote:
2) He's underwater approval-wise in the three states that carried him to victory, the Dems just need to nominate someone not disastrously unpopular, which should be fine for several of the top contenders in the primary.
He most likely lost some approval ratings due to the mass media, which is also a big factor in the presidential race, as all mainstream media aside from fox news desperately tried to smear Trump during and after the presidency. As well as the ever growing racial divide that is caused by the mainstream media. Luckily it might not be as influential as the majority of the population do not trust the mainstream media anymore. Though all we can really do is wait and see what the democratic or republican candidates are like.
The mass media's 'bias' against his stupidity and incompetence has probably cost him some support (thankfully).
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 11:53 amTobleste wrote:Satuga wrote:
He most likely lost some approval ratings due to the mass media, which is also a big factor in the presidential race, as all mainstream media aside from fox news desperately tried to smear Trump during and after the presidency. As well as the ever growing racial divide that is caused by the mainstream media. Luckily it might not be as influential as the majority of the population do not trust the mainstream media anymore. Though all we can really do is wait and see what the democratic or republican candidates are like.
The mass media's 'bias' against his stupidity and incompetence has probably cost him some support (thankfully).
He isn't good with a twitter account. We can all agree on that. (I am using this as a placeholder so I can find this thread in the future.)
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 11:54 amTobleste wrote:Satuga wrote:
He most likely lost some approval ratings due to the mass media, which is also a big factor in the presidential race, as all mainstream media aside from fox news desperately tried to smear Trump during and after the presidency. As well as the ever growing racial divide that is caused by the mainstream media. Luckily it might not be as influential as the majority of the population do not trust the mainstream media anymore. Though all we can really do is wait and see what the democratic or republican candidates are like.
The mass media's 'bias' against his stupidity and incompetence has probably cost him some support (thankfully).
Most of his devoted base are people who think Alex Jones Male Supplements work.
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 12:17 pmRemember dems. Try not to be shocked when Trump is reelected by a large margin.
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 12:18 pmImpaled Nazarene wrote:Remember dems. Try not to be shocked when Trump is reelected by a large margin.
*alarm clock goes off*
Rise and shine America.
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 12:19 pmImpaled Nazarene wrote:Remember dems. Try not to be shocked when Trump is reelected by a large margin.
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 12:22 pmPosted: Mon May 13, 2019 12:24 pmPosted: Mon May 13, 2019 12:24 pmImpaled Nazarene wrote:Remember dems. Try not to be shocked when Trump is reelected by a large margin.
Him winning by a large margin is very divorced from reality. I'd love to be the smug one for once if he loses, but I'll forget by then.
So you win this round.
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 1:10 pmPosted: Mon May 13, 2019 1:21 pmI told you guys a barrage of nukes followed by the asteroid belt crapping on us then a black hole whizzing by and sucking the remains would be preferable to this mistake... or yours.
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 1:23 pmImpaled Nazarene wrote:Remember dems. Try not to be shocked when Trump is reelected by a large margin.
Of the electoral vote? Possible.
Of the popular vote? Ha. Hahaha. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 1:27 pmSatuga wrote:Valrifell wrote:
2) He's underwater approval-wise in the three states that carried him to victory, the Dems just need to nominate someone not disastrously unpopular, which should be fine for several of the top contenders in the primary.
He most likely lost some approval ratings due to the mass media, which is also a big factor in the presidential race, as all mainstream media aside from fox news desperately tried to smear Trump during and after the presidency. As well as the ever growing racial divide that is caused by the mainstream media. Luckily it might not be as influential as the majority of the population do not trust the mainstream media anymore. Though all we can really do is wait and see what the democratic or republican candidates are like.
What can any self-respecting member of the media do if the man they're covering is such an unadulterated gobshite with a batting average worse than a broken clock's? Don a pink dress and exult on the great gloriousness of their Surely Dear Leader?
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 1:34 pmDuhon wrote:Satuga wrote:
He most likely lost some approval ratings due to the mass media, which is also a big factor in the presidential race, as all mainstream media aside from fox news desperately tried to smear Trump during and after the presidency. As well as the ever growing racial divide that is caused by the mainstream media. Luckily it might not be as influential as the majority of the population do not trust the mainstream media anymore. Though all we can really do is wait and see what the democratic or republican candidates are like.
What can any self-respecting member of the media do if the man they're covering is such an unadulterated gobshite with a batting average worse than a broken clock's? Don a pink dress and exult on the great gloriousness of their Surely Dear Leader?
If we the media was attacking people purely off of the stupid things they said we would have one continuous AOC show. They hate him and his guts and will use every method available to attempt to tear him apart.
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 1:35 pmPosted: Mon May 13, 2019 1:36 pmI'm reporting you for pornographic content.
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 1:37 pmSatuga wrote:Valrifell wrote:
2) He's underwater approval-wise in the three states that carried him to victory, the Dems just need to nominate someone not disastrously unpopular, which should be fine for several of the top contenders in the primary.
He most likely lost some approval ratings due to the mass media, which is also a big factor in the presidential race, as all mainstream media aside from fox news desperately tried to smear Trump
By reporting on the things he says and does?
Satuga wrote: during and after the presidency.
A little early for that, but I like where you're going. We too are in a hurry for it to be 'after' his presidency.
Satuga wrote: As well as the ever growing racial divide that is caused by the mainstream media.
Bwahahahaha!
Satuga wrote: Luckily it might not be as influential as the majority of the population do not trust the mainstream media anymore.
Holy shit, something true. But, the poison that's been poured into that well is starting to thin out.
Satuga wrote: Though all we can really do is wait and see what the democratic or republican candidates are like.
I also support your idea of a primary challenger for Trump.
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 1:39 pmDuhon wrote:Satuga wrote:
He most likely lost some approval ratings due to the mass media, which is also a big factor in the presidential race, as all mainstream media aside from fox news desperately tried to smear Trump during and after the presidency. As well as the ever growing racial divide that is caused by the mainstream media. Luckily it might not be as influential as the majority of the population do not trust the mainstream media anymore. Though all we can really do is wait and see what the democratic or republican candidates are like.
What can any self-respecting member of the media do if the man they're covering is such an unadulterated gobshite with a batting average worse than a broken clock's? Don a pink dress and exult on the great gloriousness of their Surely Dear Leader?
Plus those media guys are working for a paycheck, signed by someone. They wanna keep their phony baloney jobs just like all those GOP congressman. They're slaves to the billionaire set the lot, i tell you. All of them.
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 1:40 pmLibertas Omnium Maximus wrote:Duhon wrote:
What can any self-respecting member of the media do if the man they're covering is such an unadulterated gobshite with a batting average worse than a broken clock's? Don a pink dress and exult on the great gloriousness of their Surely Dear Leader?
If we the media was attacking people purely off of the stupid things they said we would have one continuous AOC show. They hate him and his guts and will use every method available to attempt to tear him apart.
If Trump doesn't want derisive media coverage 24/7, then maybe he shouldn't inspire derision? Maybe he shouldn't make shit, make shit up, fling shit? You know, be a normal president with normal responsibilities, be an advocate for democracy, be not a fucking doubleplus crook?
Posted: Mon May 13, 2019 1:41 pmDuhon wrote:Libertas Omnium Maximus wrote:
If we the media was attacking people purely off of the stupid things they said we would have one continuous AOC show. They hate him and his guts and will use every method available to attempt to tear him apart.
If Trump doesn't want derisive media coverage 24/7, then maybe he shouldn't inspire derision? Maybe he shouldn't make shit, make shit up, fling shit? You know, be a normal president with normal responsibilities, be an advocate for democracy, be not a fucking doubleplus crook?
Inspiring derision is what presidents do.