Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Ok, hear me out. A Lord of the Rings remake, but with these two taking the One Ring to Mordor:
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Ok, hear me out. A Lord of the Rings remake, but with these two taking the One Ring to Mordor:
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
And wait til they hear about Harlan Crow.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
I hope she's also extremely alarmed at the election results in November 2026 and realizes she's retired.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
But still better than getting Shingles. Now that stuff hurts.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
Flip Iowa, flip Maine. That's a start, need two more.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
We're all going to die one day. Political aspirations and all. Maybe she can hang out with the tooth fairy more.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Their stars aligned.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Wait, two weeks ago, Bondi said "Crime ends today." But crime keeps happening. Sounds like you can't arrest your way out of crime.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Conservatives: Why does the left always make things about skin color?!? Loomer: The cop was Black.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
On FB, someone was asking for reviews for a book. When I checked it out, I saw the book was written by AI. I pushed back and told the person that they are in possession of stolen property. They weren't thrilled with that assertion.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Imagine if in the early 1940s, some US Corporal joined the German army and was promoted to General. Would we refer to that guy as a General today? Probably not. I saw that Lee was only a Corporal with the US army before he defected to the Confederacy.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
77 is time to retire, not start a career.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Wait til he hears how many were white men.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
LOL, I always love seeing those perfectly shiny F350s that have never been used to carry anything, because it could scratch the paint. And you know that owner is the type to bitch about gas prices as they drive a 12 mpg vehicle.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Stephen Miller enters the chat: "You rang?"
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Democrats need to get on it. During this Mike Johnson break, they should have been taking turns with a town hall every single night, inviting all the media. They should also have ads on TV every night during Wheel of Fortune.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Markwayne Mullin, driving in DC: "I'm scared." Markwayne Mullin, children murdered:
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
I wish they'd tweak the questions sometimes like: Do you support President Trump deploying the National Guard in DC and Would you have supported Joe Biden deploying the National Guard in DC? Would you support the National Guard being deployed in your city?
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
But will they use that clearer sense in the next elections?
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
So we can indict a ham sandwich but not the guy who throws it.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
or democracy?
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
Does he know of a person whose name is “They” or something?
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
National Media: During speech, Tim Walz said a swear word! Trump is sending military into Chicago! Also national media: "See, both parties have big problems!"
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
2016-2020: Hillary said this would happen. 2024 - present: Kamala said this would happen.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
I thought that looked like Tom Hodson at quarterback.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
"I'm for small government and capitalism!"
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Not just Florida, all states should join in. Here's one in Connecticut.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Why wait? Do it immediately. Do it to dozens of crosswalks around the whole state.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
People should use chalk on crosswalks all over Florida. Make it whack-a-mole for DeSantis.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Trump: The networks keep publishing negative stories about me! Hey dude, if you think they're negative, then maybe you should stop doing those things, eh?
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Ahh, you’ve met DOGE.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
That’s true, yore rite about that.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Yes, I messed that up. You’re right.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
I wouldn’t be surprised if after January JD invokes the 25th Amendment.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
It's impossible to get a conviction, so impeachments are irrelevant.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Keep in mind that Trump's death or medically required resignation gives us President JD Vance. And if it happens after January 2026, he could serve for up to 10 years.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Blue states have the highest murder rates. Well, at least by this chart's definition of "blue states", aka MAGA states.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
When the Second Amendment was drafted, what did they mean by a tyrannical government? What would that look like to the point where it'd be a good idea to take up arms against the government? Just wondering.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
"Let's go find the thyme in the closet. Where is the thyme? Well, I can't find it. I'm not sure what to use instead."
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
2016 to 2020 - Hillary was right about Trump. She said this would happen. 2024 to present - Kamala was right about Trump. She said this would happen.
Robert Reich (@rbreich.bsky.social) reposted
CEO pay is up 1,085% since 1978, while typical worker pay is up just 24%. Why do we always hear "we can't afford to pay our workers more" but never "we can't afford to pay our CEO more"?
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Or they just have terrible aim. Like Stormtroopers.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
They should play the video at full speed. He's going so slow...what? That is full speed? Wow.
Dan ain't Q (@danaintq.bsky.social) reposted
Kid Rock: I will no longer sell my music in California. Scott Baio: I will no longer act in California. Governor Newsom: My policies are working.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
The late scenes with Elaine and the inflatable auto pilot should lead to some interesting family discussions. "Why's the balloon smiling?"
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
I think that if a country attacks or declares war on another country, the President, VP and the entire cabinet needs to fight on the front lines. You want war, you go do it.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
Two things can be true: Donald Trump is using the federal government to attack his enemies. John Bolton committed crimes.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
The first OO language I learned was Karel. Scratch is another good one for younger kids. I like those because they teach programming concepts and you can't do anything real with them, if you want to be a developer. That forced you to learn another language and see the concepts are the same.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
Whiskey, live Irish music, oysters all at Working Man distillery in Pawtucket!
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Will INTEL now go bankrupt?
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
“Hi, I graduated in 1987, I’ve been the CTO at three companies, two of which were startups and we had a great exit. I’m looking for one more opportunity, whether that be CTO or CEO. Do you have any leads?”
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
The next president's Secret Service team. Once the next president is sworn in, Trump would be a trespasser to the White House and a danger to the president.
Ruth Ann Crystal (@drruth.bsky.social) reposted
A team went nine games without making a single goal. The fans decided to help.
John Holbein (@johnholbein1.bsky.social) reposted
BREAKING: A new experiment in Philly shows cash rental assistance slashed homelessness rates by 57–67%.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
Well yeah, look at all the files he had in his bathroom. Arrest him!
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
The 2026 Senate election is 22 GOP to 13 Dem seats. Dems need to put a lot of focus there and flip at least 2-3 seats. Fight for the House but win the Senate.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Let's count the number of stores that Marcus has put in Texas and Florida too...that's zero.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
Markwayne Mullin is so afraid of carjacking, he doesn't wear a seatbelt. A couple weeks ago, I went to a DC Nationals night game and parked a few blocks from the stadium. I walked to/from my car without any problems. It sure seems like he's a big scaredy cat.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
And sending the National Guard into DC means he doesn't think the DC Metro police are doing their job correctly.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Or the shrug emoji. 🤷♂️
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Don't google "prison wallet", trust me.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
Lots of people are saying they're the most beautiful maps. No one has ever seen maps like this. We only have the best maps in California.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Does he work at a bank? He looks like the Branch Manager.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
And Blockbuster. California residents will not be able to rent movies for the VCR for this weekend. Damn you, Gavin!!
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
That's so much better than the one I usually hear. "Isn't that where the mayor..." Yeah, that's us.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
And which presidential mask would they wear.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
And Flynn.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Narragansett looks pretty good for surfing: www.warmwinds.com/surf-cam
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
NWS: Stay out of the water. Surfers: Hell no, this is our time to shine! @waveelection.bsky.social
parsons (@just-a-parsnip.bsky.social) reposted
maybe a hot take but they shouldn't let you become a ceo unless you can do everybody else's job at the company you work at. i really think it should be THAT hard.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
I keep hearing it's impossible to build enough renewables to supply the whole US...it's almost like the fossil fuel industry is getting in the way.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Yeah, the federal level is like "He's not over 70 years old? Yikes. Unelectable."
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
If you're a lawyer with impostor syndrome, the current DOJ must make you feel a lot better about yourself.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
DOJ: We'll ask the courts to unseal the Epstein grand jury testimony, they'll refuse and we can say "Well, we tried!" Judge: You have all the documents and you are free to release them any time you want! DOJ: ...
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
Trump wants US ownership in Intel as part of the CHIPS Act. Can someone remind me what government control of the means of production is called? I feel like there's a name for it.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
and the Democratic establishment: Don't vote for our candidate!
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
What is the normal variance for how many people each district represents?
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
She is certain that they have learned their lesson and won't do it again.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Maine: I'll give you the unredacted voter rolls if you give us the unredacted Epstein files.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Oh. So do you think US Senators should do something more than just tweet about it?
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Whew, good. I'm glad we got that sorted out. It's all fixed now?
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
You're right. If I do all of those things, the problem is fixed. My bad.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com)
Wait, what were those 34 felony convictions for again? The ones he served zero time for?
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Did you take that photo? When I've been to that gravesite, it always has fan stuff on it.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Yes. I also realize I'm not a US Senator.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Cool. I haven't seen any evidence of the system being destroyed, least of which in Texas. It seems you're guilty of the same things you've accused me of.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Why aren't Dems holding a town hall every day and bringing in all the media to talk about what is going on and what you are all going to do about it? Tweeting/blueskying ain't gonna get it done.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
I'm still waiting to hear which Congressional seat you hold, you know, because you do so much and better understand how it works. Which district?
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Your assumptions are cute.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
MAGA: This all uppercase tweeting stuff is so juvenile! Umm...yeah, so about that....
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Which Congressional seat do you hold?
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
The problem is GOP/conservatives see that as weakness. That hasn't helped the Dems win.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Excellent candidates don't really matter if a district is gerrymandered. That's the point. GOP knows they can't beat excellent candidates, so they're looking to rig it with more gerrymandering.
Patrick Laverty (@patricklaverty.com) reply parent
Because the way the Dems were doing it before worked so much better?