consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I'll take "Things that aren't true for $2,000, Ken"
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I'll take "Things that aren't true for $2,000, Ken"
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, the governor of Illinois is going to call a convicted felon about how to solve crime. He'd only make that call if he wanted to know how to increase crime, or let criminals get away
MSNBC (@msnbc.com) reposted
"My friend Victor like saved me though, because he laid on top of me. But he got hit." 10-year-old describes witnessing Minneapolis shooting.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Two-Weeks Draft Dodger Donnie strikes again
Max Kennerly (@maxkennerly.bsky.social) reposted
Words/phrases Democrats should never use: * bipartisan * my Republican friends * real, valid, legitimate, serious, important (to describe issue raised by Republicans) * yea (when voting on Republican bills) * distraction (to describe bad thing Republicans did) * woke (in derogatory sense)
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
He'll point at blue states and say, "See. There are states with a Republican presence, but no representation," while missing the fact that there are more Republican states with a Democratic presence that do not have a Democratic representative. And shame on Welker for not pointing that out.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Nothing but false equivalences. Doesn't answer the question and tries to equate an illegal military state to the governor using her powers in a time of emergency. There is no justification for using the military in NYC, Chicago, or any other city these people have a hard-on for.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I bet if a bill was put forth to end gerrymandering, this little prick would vote against it, because R's can't win on policy, so they cheat rather than change their policy
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
"Two weeks" Donnie is going to strike again. #TACO
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Love how he downplays what our military goes through by saying they are "walking the streets to reduce crime" in other countries. I don't support war, or somebody else being sent to fight a senseless war, but I do support our troops and veterans way more than this jack-hole.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social)
Waiting for the President compare this to the Medal of Honor
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
This is from the same bitch that would sit back, drink, and watch how her lies affected the country around her from her desk at Fox.
marikosegawa.bsky.social (@marikosegawa.bsky.social) reposted
#ResistanceUnited #ProudBlue #DV1 💡Weekend Inspiration TX Dem lawmakers resisting gerrymandering You risked punishment. You risked your job/income You sacrificed your family/private life To defend Texans’ voice Who’s ready to fight alongside them? @jamestalarico.bsky.social
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social)
So then why are you protecting them? Oh... That's right... That's not who he is protecting. If it was ONLY Democrats, they would have released it already, so this argument is bunk.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
As a representative of our country, this is very pathetic. It's giving "tell me you don't know economics without telling me you don't know economics" vibes.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
It really amazes me about the absolute shamelessness they have to stand behind that podium and talk about others taking accountability.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Trump Campaign Promise: "I'm going to expose the Deep State and release the Epstein files. They'll all go to jail." Bondi in May: "You're in the Epstein files." Trump now: "It's all a hoax. It's a Democrat hoax. Democrats invented the list."
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
All these Republicans from the Federal Government want to now run for the Governor of the state - It's not enough that they're trying to kill you from the Federal level, they want to watch it happen more closely from the State level.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
The constant victimhood from these people is astounding, especially after winning all 3 branches of government.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Correction: This is Putin's war. Trump is just allowing him to prolong it.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
It took too long to admit, but I love how they're forced to admit that the firing wasn't about the numbers and more about the fact that they didn't like the numbers. Still think legacy media gives them too much wiggle room to lie their asses off without any consequences or accountability.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Full on projection: MAGA thinks unhappiness = not accepting election results. They can't fathom that we can accept the results, but not be happy with the way things are going because they couldn't handle it the same way. MAGA said continuously, "Trump won 2020 and Biden's ruining this country."
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
"Coordinated coup" meaning free and fair election that Trump lost. They're so desperate, they're throwing anything at the wall to see what will stick. Ultimately, ketchup will be the only thing that sticks because Trump will have a tantrum that the distractions aren't working.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm glad Jessica's on Fox. These idiots would cheer on Trump making a "deal" that increases the cost of goods by 50%. She's the only one that's telling the truth about the tariffs.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
The grift is strong with this one. Waiting for the media to get outraged at how much time he's spent on vacation after the outage about Biden at the beach.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I love how every Republican has something to say about something happening in NY, yet, fail to do anything about their own state that has higher murder per capita than NY
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
"It would have been an honor to go to Rape Island, but never got the chance." Anyone else reading it this way?
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Charlie's angling for a position in the administration. Why else would he join Fox? Besides the fact that Fox rewards lying to its viewers to make this administration look good.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
That's good - shit on the countries you're visiting with your own racist bullhorn. This guy is such an idiot, and a complete embarrassment for us on the world stage.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
They're going to continue asking him questions and letting him lie with impunity because they want access to his administration, so they can continue to let them lie with impunity. It's a vicious cycle in which the only thing that matters is headlines, not truth - no actual journalism involved.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Russia and Ukraine, which he promised to end day one, are still going on. Israel and Gaza, which he promised to end day one, are still going on. India and Pakistan already said the US had nothing to do with the ceasefire. And he bombed Iran. If it smells like bullshit, it's bullshit.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
The right and their alternative timelines: "Obama owes us an explanation for Covid." "Trump was in office for the start of Covid." "Well, Obama then owes us an explanation for Biden's health." "Biden and Harris were in office." "What can we blame Obama for??? Gaza! Obama better explain Gaza!"
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Always "two weeks." He's given about 5 to 6 "two week" deadlines for Russia already.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Easy answer would be "No," but then he would have to admit that Trump is in the files, which he won't do because he prefers protecting predators to hold onto power rather than do the right thing.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Anything coming from Maxwell can be trusted about as much as anything coming from Trump? They're probably talking to Maxwell right now, saying "Remember, Trump was not in the Epstein files. You lie, and you lie convincingly, a pardon is yours."
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
It's always the loudest ones that are the biggest freaks. Think about that MN MAGA State Rep that wanted to make TDS an actual diagnosis - Gets caught soliciting a minor right after.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Let her tweet. Let her cook. It's just going to give the Macron's more proof and ammunition.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Party of pedophilia - really concerning that they're coming out and defending it now
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
The delusions are strong with MAGA. They don't think, they don't research, they just repeat the delusional talking points that are spewed from Fox or Dear Leader. Want to talk about real treason, or a real threat to our country? Just look at MAGA.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Political gamesmanship is what the House has been the past three years under Republican control. Nothing really being done to help the country, just showmanship of fealty to Trump.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social)
This is Trump's Infrastructure and Healthcare plan all over again. "Couple weeks. Couple days. It's going to be so beautiful, you won't ask for another." Please make the idiot stop talking.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Supposedly, they have to wait for a judge when it saves their ass, but they don't have to listen or wait for a judge when it comes to following the law.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social)
And every news organization will allow him to skirt accountability for the fact that the investigation started under his watch.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
This literally equates to "The President is throwing a 50% tariff on the country because he's throwing a temper tantrum." How anybody can support a supposed "leader" acting like a child is beyond me.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, this president who started a trade war with every country by slapping on nonsensical tariffs, should be applauded for getting 2 frameworks and a trade deal in 6 months, even though we were told multiple times throughout the 6 months that more deals were coming. "Art of the Non-Deal" at work.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Whenever something happens under their watch, they either blame the system as ancient or blame the previous administration. Nvm that their actions have directly led to some of these consequences. The most annoying part is the media lets them skirt responsibility - expected from Fox as state TV.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Anyone that doesn't agree with Trump has Trump derangement syndrome. Anyone that doesn't agree with tariffs now has tariff derangement syndrome. I would say the opposite is actually true, but these labels just show how unserious and stupid these people are. Snowflakes that can't handle dissent.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I never really watched CNN - I thought they were too combative at times for no reason. I'll never turn on CNN again after they've tried to become a bastion for MAGA and all their lies. This is not journalism.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I remember when they were saying that 150 countries had reached out - in a world with 195 countries. We all knew it was BS, but they're saying it now because they think we forgot what they said. This has been the most incompetent administration I've ever heard of.
Ron Filipkowski (@ronfilipkowski.bsky.social) reposted
After media reports & experts warned for months that drastic & sudden cuts at the Nat Weather Service by Trump could impair their forecasting ability & endanger lives during the storm season, TX officials blame an inaccurate forecast by NWS for the deadly results of the flood.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
It's no wonder Grindr usage spikes whenever MAGA/Republicans are in one city together
Mark Hamill (@markhamillofficial.bsky.social) reposted
This year it feels more like the Farce of July.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
And they wonder why we hate him. Or why we hate them back. Sucks when people give up any supposed morals or values they claimed they had in pursuit of political expedience.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I can hear MAGA now. "But Joe Biden..." "But Barack Obama..." They'll always defend it and move the goal posts because their values are always whatever Trump's favorite flavor is that day.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (@aoc.bsky.social) reposted
I don’t think anyone is prepared for what they just did w/ ICE. This is not a simple budget increase. It is an explosion - making ICE bigger than the FBI, US Bureau of Prisons, DEA,& others combined. It is setting up to make what’s happening now look like child’s play. And people are disappearing.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
There's one word doing a lot of heavy lifting: "eligible". In MAGA's minds, the only ones eligible are the vulnerable population he listed off in his last tweet. Kids, seniors, people with disabilities, and new moms. They don't think working people should be eligible for Medicaid.
MeidasTouch (@meidastouch.com) reposted
Mike Johnson just said if you are for reducing the deficit, this bill is for you. The bill adds 3-4 trillion dollars to the deficit. They just lie.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social)
They need new talking points, but the reason they keep going to this adult playing video games scenario is two fold: A) People will hear that and agree B) It paints a picture they want others to believe, which is: this scenario is the fraud. This scenario is the abuse. These are the leeches.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I'll take, "That sounds like a load of bullshit" for $2,000.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
"If Trump wants to crash the economy, we're going to crash the economy."
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
These are literal self-imposed deadlines. Daddy wants the bill by the 4th, and instead of saying, "we need more time to get this right," all we're hearing is the equivalence of, "it's better than nothing." This is why politics no longer works.
More Abstract Popehat (@kenwhite.bsky.social) reposted
No, I don’t think I should try to find common ground with Trump supporters. Or white nationalists, or Nazis, or klansmen, or serial killers, or Andrew Tate.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
"Nothing else matters but the increase in ICE."
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Cult's gonna cult. There are bound to be people that buy this.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
To lose their heart, they had to have a heart to begin with. They never had a heart, but they did have spines prior to Trump. They actually stood up for their supposed values.
Ron Filipkowski (@ronfilipkowski.bsky.social) reposted
As Putin continues to escalate the bombings and drone attacks on civilians in Ukraine, his dutiful servant rewards him for it.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
The reason people still think Republicans are good for the economy is because of the media. Numerous recessions and trillions added to the debt, but the media still says "fiscally responsible." If it wasn't for the media, and low education voters, they would be laughed out of the building.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Forgot about Johnson, but that was the House McConnell Cruz Tuberville Blackburn Lee Collins I could go on and on - They're all horrible. Both the House and Senate are filled spineless, cowardly Republicans
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
MTG Ogles Boebert Gosar Higgins
Wajahat Ali (@wajali.bsky.social) reposted
As I said two weeks ago, the Dem establishment would rather burn down the entire party than let Mamdani become mayor of NYC. I fear they will scorch the Earth, even if it means losing races, rather than rally behind him. I also fear for his safety, considering credible death threats have increased.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Wholeheartedly agree. I would never vote for a conservative. I'm 35 and have gotten more progressive. I'll still make my voice heard - open primaries. I just don't like what I'm seeing with them attacking somebody with new ideas while rolling over to Trump.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Open primaries where I live
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I've seen those parties and don't want anything to do with them LOL
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I can in Wisconsin
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Just responded to another post, but where I live, there are open, non-partisan primaries. I wouldn't even think about making the switch if that wasn't the case
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
As far as I've been able to find, WI, which is where I live, have non-partisan (open) primaries. If that wasn't the case, I wouldn't even think about making the switch
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm switching from Dem to Independent because of what we've been seeing from the Dem establishment. Liberal in my beliefs, but I think we all want to see change from the party
Senator Chris Van Hollen (@vanhollen.senate.gov) reposted
We should all be disgusted by the flood of anti-Muslim remarks spewed in the aftermath of Zohran Mamdani’s victory in the NYC mayoral primary — some blatant, others latent. Shame on the members of Congress who have engaged in such bigotry and anyone who doesn’t challenge it.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Sure. Hang the guys mugshot so everyone is reminded that he's a criminal.
Wajahat Ali (@wajali.bsky.social) reposted
People who are incapable of hearing criticism of the Dems need to unfollow me. I do not have any allegiance to political parties especially if they are failing to reform & protect the people. I also dont believe "both sides" are the same. Clearly, Trump is a fascist threat but Dems must do better.
Christopher Webb (@cwebbonline.com) reposted
Spot on. This is the clearest explanation I’ve seen. It ‘s relatable, and humanizes the issue in a way everyone can understand.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Stop posting here and actually support Mamdani. He got the support and won because he talked to people and listened. Don't admonish him for it, use it as a blueprint.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Wow, this moron still thinks, or is blatantly lying to convince his simpletons, that other countries pay the tariffs.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Because it was Obama's idea, and Trump thought he could do something better, but since he can't, go back to something that worked and claim credit for it.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Funny. this sounds similar to a deal that Trump tore up, but was negotiated with Iran that kept them from having any nuclear materials. Would we then get to criticize Trump for funding Iran?
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I believe what he's basically saying is "Israel First!" Or "Make Israel Great Again!" Even though it's typing, it's hard to understand what Trump's saying with Bibi's nuts in his mouth.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Hey, remember when that one president finally caught the leader of that terror group that flew planes into the twin towers? I think that was more successful than not completely obliterating Iran's nuclear sites.
Daniel Gilmore (@gilmored85.bsky.social) reposted
I think this is good advice that works in all directions fwiw and the left would also do well to remember theyre better off getting on board with a candidate that the public likes but that they might have an area or two of disagreement than calling them awful sellouts & encouraging ppl to stay home
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
This walking abstinence ad always wants to talk about the reckless spending of Democrats but would clearly get amnesia if we asked him who's added more to the debt by deficit spending like a drunken sailor.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
Yea, I doubt the authenticity of this actual message. Sounds more like a Trump sycophant.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
More ketchup stains to clean at the WH
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
So much for peace. Now, how long until Trump involves us again?
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
This is the equivalent of Fox hosting a circle jerk on live TV, but I thought they were against pornography?
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm going to say they had to go back and dust off that chyron because it's not the first time they've used it, and it probably won't be the last since Obama lives rent-free in their heads.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
I saw that, and that was in the back of my mind, but wanted to go with more modern/recent. 🤣🤣 Very sickening though how people debase themselves for him
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
This administration is wholly unoriginal, plagiaristic, and incompetent. They wouldn't know strength if it hit them like a squeaky tank wheel.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
And he looks like he doesn't belong within 100 yards of a school - everything MAGA loves in their leaders.
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
To them, it's free thought. But they're not the ones seeing basically the same message with very little variation between writers - Everyone else but them can tell it's a cult
consofus.bsky.social (@consofus.bsky.social) reply parent
That's funny coming from the guy who's only qualification was that he changed the President's diapers