Do you support Trump?
I completely believe that the US government needs to be completely revamped and revised before we can actually do any good for this country. But - taking that out of the equation, for now, I'd really love to hear people's (honest, respectful and mature) reasons why they do or do not support Trump. (or is unsure). Please, no disrespect or rudeness. He is our president and deserves at least the respect that position affords him (that does not mean we agree with him, but we shouldn't be slinging insults and such)
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Feel free to reply to any comment by clicking the "Reply" button.No, he is not my President, and OP, please be aware, we don't all live in the USA. He deserves no respect as he shows none to anyone who disagrees with him, either within the USA or that much larger territory, that part of the planet that is not the USA.
The USA have had many past presidents, some better than others, some quite awful, but they have all been statesmen. How on Earth did a large minority of USA electorate think that Trump was fit to follow on from President Obama?
OrmRich
Level 4
Oct 20, 2017
13
There was nothing 'large' about how he was elected, other than gerrymandering. The majority of the US citizens, minority included, did NOT vote for this prick. He did NOT win the popular vote, not by a long shot. This is another aspect of our inadequacies and lack of actual democracy.
A chimp could follow on fron obama.
Unfortunately, I Am "Not" Supporter of Trump At All Or His Views...I Did Not Vote Neither For Clinton Nor Trump But I Voted For 3rd Party Candidate, Jill Stein (Green Party) Instand.
JoyHabees85
Level 3
Dec 19, 2017
0
Then you helped elect Trump
@TheMiddleWay So did Putin, Fox news,and the people who voted for third party candidates
Over 9 months so far, and he has yet to do anything that would benefit average people.
When he ran, I at firs thought ti was funny. Then, we he got the republican nomination, I was a little concerned, but I thought most people were smart enough not to vote for him. Still i told people that if he got elected he would use th0 eoffice to just enrich himself, his family and soem of his friends. When he won (evidently with the help of the Russians), I really hoped with all my heart tht I was totally wrong about him, but very quickly he started to prove me right, and then he managed to exceed even my worst expectations.
It is much easier to destroy than to build or rebuild, and just with the damage he has done so far, it will take at least 5-8 years to recover. The longer he is in office th worse things will get. I hope he and Pence are both impeached soon for colluding with the Russians to undermine our poltical process.
snytiger6
Level 9
Oct 23, 2017
4
impeachment is not a "hillary lover" trait. It's a wish by anyone who actually cares about getting a dangerous person out of the white house.
The first three members of Team Trump have indictments, one of which admitted or confessed to Russian collusion taking place. Those are just the first three. By the end there may be more indictments than with any other administration, the current record being held by the Reagan Administration over mostly the Iran Contra scandal where they sold weapons to terrorists to fund an illegal military action in South America, an dthere were a few smaller scandals too. Tht Reagan managed not to have anything stick to him personally got him the nickname of the "Teflon President", but if Reagan wasn't involved, you have to ask yo7urself who was really running things when he was in office?
BTW, I am not a "Hillary lover". I voted vor Bernie Sanders in the primaries.
@GryffinSong yes that is all its about.I cringe at the blindness when some says I am just upset about losing the election. I don't care who or what party was seated,it is the dangerous behavior independant of political view that is most disturbing to me
I’m sorry, but the man has mental (and sexual) issues that should have disqualified him. He has NO IDEA what he is doing. He’s an amateur trying to act presidential, and doing a lousy job of it. Many from his administration are under indictment for collusion with Russia against the United States, and HE could potentially be indicted at some point. But, here’s the kicker. Do you REALLY want this golf happy clown impeached, and replaced with #ChristianShariaLawPence!?? HE scares me more than Trump! #CarefulWhatYouWishFor
Daco2007
Level 7
Nov 4, 2017
16
I feel the same. Pence scares me more than Trump. We can only hope that the indictments take them both out. But then what? Ryan??? How far down that list do you go until you get somebody worthy of the position?
Why because you watch CNN??
@Ravenwolfcasey I don't watch CNN, OR #FauxNews!
@trasinater Sad but true. I just hope we can vote that entire hot mess OUT OF OFFICE in 2020. But I won't hold my breath. Thanks to SCCOTUS (Supreme CORPORATE Court of the U.S), and their "Citizens" United decision, the Kochs and other billionaires, now largely control the system. I, sadly, expect to see #ChristianShariaLawPence elected in 2020, if the plutocrats succeed in bringing down MUELLER before he can complete his investigation.
Donald Trump suffers from an extreme case of Narcistic Personality Disorder. He is extremely self centered, cannot stand criticism and has a very short attention span. He cares nothing for anything other than himself. As a business man, he has had numerous failures and is notorious for not paying his bills. In short, he is the worst kind of crook. His run for president was not about issues or principles but only about winning. To this end he aligned himself with the religious right conservatives. Although I may agree with some of the ideas he espoused in his campagn, I don't think he cares about any of them. To have a person as unstable and lacking in tact and diplomacy is such a position is just dangerous.
TommyMeador
Level 7
Dec 27, 2017
2
But he’s a damn sight better than that idiot Obama or Clinton would have been!
You have much more confidence it the insane than I do. At least with a sane thief you know what to expect.
I am entitled to my opinion. And it is my opinion that the man has serious mental problems. On the basis of my opinion, he scares the shit out of me. And for that reason I am doing something I have never done before; voting a straight democratic ticket.
I don't think Donald Trump is Satan, but Satan is the wind beneath Donny's wings.
Benthoven
Level 8
June 12, 2018
5
@Countrycuz666 Huh?
@Countrycuz666 smh
I think country cousin, the gentleman Satanist, got all offended that i made fun of his stupid ass comments about Satan and Don being a "god emperor" and blocked me. Its scary to think this is how far the GOP has drifted away from reality. This being a grown ass man as old as my dad was, except, yknow, Pop would never high five some Nazi or be talking crap about "Satan" unless he wanted to end up at the rubber room.
I’m disgusted by many of his comments. I do take a lot of bullshit pointing out the few occasions when I feel something he’s done is right; fortunately for me, it doesn’t happen often.
DinnerandaMovie
Level 5
Apr 30, 2018
5
Such as....?
@rafferty He appears to have drawn Kim Jun Un to the denuclearization table.
Please folks. This is a President of this country. He's a habitual liar. WTF? The President is a LIAR AND THIEF!
AndyMoreau
Level 2
Apr 6, 2018
5
@Countrycuz666 This fall on Fox... Cocksuckers and Pussygrabbers, hosted by Mel Gibson and Paula Deen
Atheism and politics are completely separate issues. Just because I DON'T believe in a God doesn't necessarily mean I DO agree with all other atheists about anything else. We are a very diverse group. Personally, I think it's hilarious how upset Democrats are getting about not getting the white house.
FlyingSpaghetti
Level 3
Oct 9, 2018
3
"Who was sexually attacked"... umm... What? You mean who claimed she was sexually attacked? Because that's what happened. I'm surprised that someone who can, conceivably, see clearly the distinction between RELIGIOUS claims vs matters of fact is so confused when it comes to our JUSTICE SYSTEM and people's claims vs matters of fact. When we catch alleged sexual predators, we give them an innocent until proven guilty assumption. (Or to put it in terms you might yet understand, since this seems alien to you, a 'null hypothesis'
.)That necessary cornerstone seems to be seriously eroded by the current trend. And it seems that's a trend you applaud. Gross. Welcome back to Salem. Or the Red Scare and the McCarthy trials. Just a claim is not, and should not be, enough to destroy someone's career or life. The president making fun of the seeming holes in her story aside, seems to me like you're missing something vital here buddy.
In any event, your simple assertion that the president is -fill in the blank-, or that she was sexually assaulted, or that I have issues... are just that... assertions. I expect more valid arguments from critical thinkers.
Especially 70 year olds.
Get with it.
@FlyingSpaghetti Dr. Ford was vetted and found credible BEFORE the hearings. There was nothing fake about it and she was factually supported when her medical records showed her revealing Kavanaugh's assault during a counseling session 6 years prior to the hearings. So, yes, it's still a claim but rather revealing when the Republican led committee and the WH made impotent, the following FBI investigation. Hmmm, why would that be?? Perhaps there's a there there?!?
Your rationale is fine but a woman's story of sexual assault, when made public is doing so at great risk to herself and her family (verified). People don't do that unless there's something to be gained; in her case, it was the issue of keeping someone away from a position of power who has an abusive history of behavior. Remember, he's had 83 complaints against him for poor conduct, that the Senate (republicans) simply overlooked and nominated him. Once a justice, the SCOTUS removed all the complaints...not a good sign for what's left of a free country. So, how does that suit your rationale??
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Thought you might find this of interest....
How delightful to read through these comments only seeing references TO the Trumpies I have blocked. Keeps the BP within normal range. Btw, "satanism" is a BELIEF; in my opinion, one who considers oneself to BE one does not belong on this site.
SheBeSecular
Level 6
July 1, 2018
2
Son of a slumlord and the BDSM slavemaster to Yawn Hannity.
I'm a Satanist. I'm on this site.
Fight me. Your opinion is extremely uninformed.
I'm from Canada, so I'm mostly wondering how someone so shallow, racist and sexist could end up being elected. He has repeatedly shown that he does not respect women or their rights and people of minorities through his words and acts. Economically-speaking, his whole life has been one of losing money (he'd be much richer if he never used the money he got from his parents than he is now) and he's even trying to lower taxes for the rich now and cut services for the poor and middle class people.
MarcO
Level 5
Oct 6, 2017
8
Sadly trump represents what MOST of america is- there are a few of us not at all like him. My son and I have always had a European state of mind and would love to be living in Canada ?
How could you possibly reach the conclusion that Obama was the most hated? That's demonstrably false; and not only because of the record-breaking low approval ratings that Trump has consistently gotten. But also compared to W. Bush, Obama's approval ratings were significantly higher. As far as calling Obama the most divisive, I am again at a complete loss for how you could believe that. I'm willing to look at any evidence that you may have to support those statements. But I don't believe there is any evidence to produce which would support that.
I would use a live rattlesnake as a condom before I trust Trump.
GDThomas1980
Level 4
Oct 14, 2017
7
Holy shit, that is frikkin funny! And, a very scary vision! LOL
You win the best comment award! BTW, my dearest friend of 35 years is from Butler Alabama. What a small word. ROLL TIDE! I'd message you but I just joined and I can't. My email is jensjewels9398@gmail.com if you care to message me.
When Drumpf entered the race for President, I had a visceral negative reaction and nothing has happened since to change that. I'm offended by every indecent and immoral action he has made, i.e., his mockery toward a man with a physical disability, his inability to respect any woman ever, his determination to trample the Constitutional rights of anyone who opposes him and, last but not least, his inability to tell the good guys from the bad guys (white supremacists) and further inability or unwillingness to call them out. He is a disgrace to the principles of our Country,
Chesan
Level 2
Oct 16, 2017
27
the feeling of a wet blanket soaked in a mild acid draped over my shoulders kind of sums up my visceral feeling
There is no such thing as white supremacy. Claiming it’s to blame for anyone’s woes is ignorant and racist . Denying history is being stupid . Just put your head in the sand. Colonisation is civilisation!
@Seriousreason Sadly for you, your statement is one of the most ignorant I've seen on this site. So sad. White supremacy is akin to 'white privilege' and it's very real and alive as we speak. 'Chesan' just stated the facts re Trump, so, how has he denied history, and what do you mean by "Colonisation is civilisation"??? I have my own idea of it but would like to hear yours....
I Am Not A Fan Of Trump At All But I Am A Fan Of Bernie Sanders
JoyHabees85
Level 3
Dec 16, 2017
2
Unfortunately, I Am "Not" Supporter of Trump At All Or His Views and I Did Not Vote Neither For Clinton Nor Trump But I Voted For 3rd Party Candidate, Jill Stein (Green Party) Instand.
@TheMiddleWay I agree. I couldn't believe they did that.
While I consider the prez to be a bull in a china shop almost daily, I do believe that his business and negotiating smarts serve him well....Despite not getting major legislation passed, he has created enough enthusiasm to propel much optimism in the business world with evidence of attendant gains in the economy.. Most of all, when I think of a particularly dumb thing he has done, over and over, I think of Hillary and rerun my strong opinion in my mind and am convinced that next to Hillry, as bad as he is in some ways, he is like Abe Lincoln. That is to emphasize how BAD I believe Hillary is, rather than how good Trump is.
Kind regards,
Old Bob
HappyOldGuy
Level 2
Nov 16, 2017
0
Trump is a mediocre businessman at best. If it wasn't for the 22 billion he inherited from his dad, he'd be a door greeter at Wal-Mart right now.
Trump has pissed away over half of his inheritence on his "so called" business dealings. Even I could take 22 billion and turn it in to a nice profit by investing it in high yield bonds and living a comfortable but unexorbitant existence on the interest.
Trump is the antithesis of presidential. He is nothing beyond a petulant spoiled toddler who has never been required to grow up. He surrounds himself with yes-men (or women), and is incapable of taking criticism. He seems to think the United States is a junior high school, for clearly he has never matured beyond puberty.
PhantomMarquis
Level 4
Oct 19, 2017
29
If he hadn't been born into money, he'd be nothing more than just another broke, loudmouthed, con man from Queens. He'd probably have done time by now.
@Countrycuz666 well, actually Trump is an empty suit with an empty head; he is incompetence on steroids, but he sure has been a 'lightning rod' for waking people up...that has prompted the current success of the 'blue wave'...Obama was smart and earned his accolades through law school legitimately based on his talent and intellectual skills. Where I balked was his ties to Wall St; that was an ultimate let-down
I support him and his entire administration being sent to Guantanamo and waterboarded until they each die of a stroke or heart attack. Divide their illegally-obtained billions among programs to improve homelessness and hunger throughout the world. Then everyone gets the chance to piss on their corpses before they are thrown into space to get sucked into the sun.
Just_Me
Level 3
Nov 10, 2017
13
Best reply yet...thank you, I needed a chuckle.
don't hold back
Commie!! . I hope all you regressives get what you deserve . Bernie, Nancy, and Maxine, . No military. Immigrants up to you eyeballs. White genocide. No boarders , just kiss your ass goodbye Red , white and blue. Post modern marxists want the end of you.
I don't think he has performed the duty of president well in any function during his time so far in office. He has done nothing productive or successful. I have zero reason to respect him as a human being or president.
thinkingswan
Level 3
Oct 6, 2017
10
I have an advanced degree in psych, but I don't think that is required to perceive this narrow-minded, self-serving, shallow-thinking person. He apparently has not read the constitution. He has trouble locating nations (Nambia?) on a map. It's far too obvious that the color of a person's skin or their religious beliefs outweigh their merits or contributions. This person is not qualified nor does he possess the skills to hold any high office.
JVNelson
Level 3
Nov 24, 2017
4
Have NEVER been a fan of DT. As part of my due diligence during the campaign, I watched two documentaries about him, watched Frontline and the news shows and read one book. I knew I would never support him as a potential POTUS.
I actually cried the night of the election when I saw what was happening. I was incredulous. HOW could this have happened? How is it that SO many people didn't see him the way I am all of my friends did? What was happening in America? Was this the end of America as we have known it for over 200 years?
Since the election night, he has done not one thing that was Presidential or that would benefit Americans. He has alienated our allies and cozied up to our enemies and is now waging a very, very dangerous word war with Kim Jong Un while threatening to undo the Iran nuclear deal. I have never been so scared personally and for our country in my entire 70 years.
KLMFTFW
Level 5
Oct 6, 2017
8
World War III starts over (excuse me, please) a FUCKING TWEET! I'm so embarrassed for our country.
I agree, I am very embarrassed and ashamed and scared. I don't remember much about the cuban missile crisis because I was a kid but I know a lot of people were scared enough to build bomb fallout shelters! I am that scared now but there's nothing to be done other than to let Mueller do his job--which he seems to be doing very effectively AND he's keeping his mouth shut--a near miracle in Washington, DC. I live close enough to a huge city that if there were a nuclear bomb, I doubt that I and the people in my area would be spared which in the end would be a blessing.
I AM trying to remain optimist and I've limited myself when it comes to watching the news. I live on a very limited income but as of January 2017, I committed to sending at least a token amount of money every month to a different group that would help fight DT's actions: the ACLU, FFRF, AHA, Planned Parenthood, NPR, PBS, DCCC, TYT, NOW and others. I also have marched (January 21, 2017) and participate in local politics when I can.
The bottom line for me is that once DT was elected it lit a fire in me that I MUST fight back in every way I can. I have never been this motivated so in a way, his election was a good thing. I and many of my friends are similarly minded and we have taken up the banner of freedom and we are waving it high as we fight to hold our ground on all of the important issues of today. So, here's to freedom, democracy and the separation of church and state!
im not from the US but even i know trumps an ass
Gary-McCarthy84
Level 3
Dec 9, 2017
5
I loath that fat fucking feral hog,and all the disgusting minions who support his filthy junta. Anybody that still supports this bottom feeding scumbag are just as culpable as him.
jhuddeng
Level 4
Dec 16, 2017
2
Your the one that’s the bottom feeder! Trumps a damn sight better than that idiot Obama!
Aw,gee,does this mean you won't be inviting me over for dinner anytime soon? While I think you may be more comfortable on Breitbart or Infowars,I think this is what makes this country great,even in these extremely scary times. We still have the right to say what we believe. Have a great weekend
Trump is brilliant at marketing aka propaganda; however, I find that he sells nothing more than snake oil and racism.
ElijahLaws
Level 2
Oct 12, 2017
7
But you wait, "It is the greatest thing anyone has ever seen or done!" What the eff it is, nobody knows, but it will be epic!!!
It works though
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