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Bernie Sanders hits 1 million donors "One million people have donated to Bernie Sanders' ...
Athena comments on Sep 19, 2019:
When Bernie becomes President, I'm going to be an unmitigated jeRK to ALL the people who called him a crazy socialist, too old, and/or a "hunchback jew." That last insult made its appearance on this site. I don't care how immature it comes across. Rub, rub rubbing it in their faces!!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 19, 2019:
"Hunchback Jew?!?" No shit. WTF?!?
Bernie Sanders hits 1 million donors "One million people have donated to Bernie Sanders' ...
Athena comments on Sep 19, 2019:
When Bernie becomes President, I'm going to be an unmitigated jeRK to ALL the people who called him a crazy socialist, too old, and/or a "hunchback jew." That last insult made its appearance on this site. I don't care how immature it comes across. Rub, rub rubbing it in their faces!!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 19, 2019:
I understand completely. There's a blog (balloon-juice) that I was a regular on for many years (commenter, not contributor). I backed Bernie in 2016 and most of them were hardcore Clintonites. I was even more vocal after the Wikileaks revelations about the DNC came out. I warned them how screwing over the progressive wing of the party and Team Hillary not giving a damn was not a smart move and to not count their coronation chickens just yet. They said I'd be too embarrassed to show my face after she won. They banned me as soon as I returned to point out that the election went exactly as most of us predicted. They admitted I broke no rules, but couldn't stomach my, "Heckuva job, DNC!," anytime Team Hillary's handpicked Pied Piper did something fvcked up (which, as you know, is often). Now, they continually throw shade at Bernie (who they derisively refer to as "Wilmer" or "Shouty McFingerwag"), while fluffing the rest of the Dem field (they also dump on Tulsi for her "betrayal" of Hillary for stepping down from the DNC). I liked going head to head in the arena of ideas (and told them so), because they could usually make some pretty good observations backed up by facts. But now they're guilty of Bernie Derangement Syndrome (similar to the Clinton Derangement they accused anyone not genuflecting at the feet of Madam Pantsuit of, except their attacks are largely without merit). They ignore positive Bernie stories like the plague. I occasionally ask others not banned to go over there and show Bernie some love. I've actually seen them accuse those doing so of being me, though I informed the site onwer I only comment under my own account name (LanceThruster) after he suggested I go in under another one because the other mods hated me. It will be interesting to see them choke on their own, "Blue no matter who," horseshit once Bernie starts knocking off their favorites. I may have to make an alternate account to go back there and crow after President Sanders ejects the Cheeto Benito from the White House.
Have you ever had a mystical or near death experience?
WilliamCharles comments on Sep 19, 2019:
I was able to communicate telepathically with my Dachshund while on LSD. I did tests witnessed and confirmed by my friends present (also on LSD). We were hiking and when we came to the clearing, I let Willy (my dog) wander around on his own. I was able to call him to return using only my ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 19, 2019:
@Remiforce I like to explain that there are many things we are skeptical of (with good reason), but also point out that it only needs to be true once to be true.
Bernie Sanders hits 1 million donors "One million people have donated to Bernie Sanders' ...
Robecology comments on Sep 19, 2019:
I've given to Sanders four separate times; 3 times in 2015 and 2016, and once, when he entered the race earlier this year. My fifth time will be if he wins the nomination.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 19, 2019:
Thank you for helping Our Revolution. This will be a sea change in American politics.
Bernie Sanders Wants to Alleviate Senior Loneliness
jerry99 comments on Sep 18, 2019:
Yeah but it's not like we're going to go out and shoot up a bar because we feel unloved!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 18, 2019:
Oldest mass shooters (we at least knew they'd be men, no?). https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/las-vegas-shooting-stephen-paddock-oldest-mass-killer-us-history-1641569
Bernie Sanders Wants to Alleviate Senior Loneliness
jerry99 comments on Sep 18, 2019:
Yeah but it's not like we're going to go out and shoot up a bar because we feel unloved!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 18, 2019:
Wonder what the upper age limit has been on mass shooters. I don't get much response on this, but I've asked elsewhere, "What's changed?" You used to be able to get a Tommy gun via mail order. IIRC, it wasn't John Q. Public that caused the availability of a Thompson to be restricted, but bootlegging era criminals. My guess is that society has become increasingly more dysfunctional. Holy rollers will say it's a lack of Glob and prayer in school, but that's also nonsense (I think they try to take too much credit for community and family structure). Maybe things will get so unbearable for the "olds," that they'll start lashing out in randomly sociopathic ways. What often puzzles me is, why don't those on "suicide missions" take out high value targets (i.e., people actually unashamedly doing great harm to others - though RWNJ conflate those with liberal viewpoints as doing just that).
At best, I see Warren as Bernie-lite.
Charlene comments on Sep 17, 2019:
I'd vote Warren over Biden..she is a staunch ally of Bernie..and a corporate kneecapper is far better than a corporate shill..
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 17, 2019:
Me being "Bernie or Bust" in California is essentially a harmless bit of gamesmanship as far as I'm concerned. I'm withholding any decision on secondary candidates until I see if there is any DNC chicanery involved. I'm not real impressed with them so far. They and the DCCC seem to have gone out of their way to bobble progressive candidates.
Joe Biden Is a Phony, Plain and Simple Norman Solomon • 4/24/2019 "Let’s be blunt: As a ...
Athena comments on Sep 16, 2019:
All of this is true, but the poor man has lost his mind. It's hard to ignore that Biden, who may deserve all these accusations, has been through a lot, currently seems broken and could use some compassion. I don't want him to be US President, but he won't be. To put him up against Trump would be...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 16, 2019:
The appeals for those in his own party to go easy on him seems misguided at best. It is a process for winnowing. Despite his surprising poll numbers, I have no doubt Trump would pummel him head to head.
Joe Biden Is a Phony, Plain and Simple Norman Solomon • 4/24/2019 "Let’s be blunt: As a ...
Robecology comments on Sep 16, 2019:
I wouldn't go so far as to call him "phony" - he's just clearly centrist....clearly "middle-of-the-road" clearly he will go with the flow but doesn't show us much leadership.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 16, 2019:
I think Solomon used the term "phony" in regards to Biden claiming to be the champion of the working class. Similar to Hillary's self-designation of "a progressive with results."
From Caitlin Johnstone: "There’s nothing moderate about so-called “centrists”; they’re ...
dan325 comments on Sep 9, 2019:
I agree that we need drastic changes rather than a mere tweaking of the status quo as proposed by the moderates. The idea that a progressive can't win is an anachronism; it may have been true in McGovern's time, but things are very different in today's era of Trumpian stupidity and corruption. I ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 14, 2019:
@BitFlipper The DNC had their thumb on the scale in 2016, and they seem to be up to some of their old tricks for 2020.
Didn't watch tonight's debate, though flipping past saw Bernie sounded a bit hoarse (throat strained...
Robecology comments on Sep 13, 2019:
Bill and his roundtable guests - Michael Moore, Krystal Ball, Michael Steele, Fernand Amandi & Bari Weiss - will answer viewer questions after Friday's show. Watch Bill Tonight if you want a good summary of the debate.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 13, 2019:
Krystal Ball is a truth-teller. Bari Weiss... not so much. Should be interesting.
Allende’s Last Speech
callmedubious comments on Sep 13, 2019:
very few here would remember/recognize his name. his US supported asasination was just one of many injustices against the working class ppl of central /s. america. happening again in venezuela.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 13, 2019:
Which makes the finger-wagging about supposed interference in our elections all the more obnoxious and hypocritical.
From Caitlin Johnstone: "There’s nothing moderate about so-called “centrists”; they’re ...
dan325 comments on Sep 9, 2019:
I agree that we need drastic changes rather than a mere tweaking of the status quo as proposed by the moderates. The idea that a progressive can't win is an anachronism; it may have been true in McGovern's time, but things are very different in today's era of Trumpian stupidity and corruption. I ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 12, 2019:
@BitFlipper Then it's even more incumbent on the party not to run a GOP-lite centrist.
"After 9/11, America was so outraged by the deaths of thousands of innocent American civilians over ...
1of5 comments on Sep 11, 2019:
Hundreds of thousands? Try over a million. Because WE'RE #1!!! WE'RE #1!!! WE'RE #1!!!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 12, 2019:
@1of5 Stop digging 5. Like I said. You could put all that effort into crafting something original on your own. You don't. The quote gets a lot of positive feedback. I'll just have to live with the disappointment of not garnering your approval. Not sure just how I'll carry on from this point... but I'll try. One day at a time I suppose.
"After 9/11, America was so outraged by the deaths of thousands of innocent American civilians over ...
1of5 comments on Sep 11, 2019:
Hundreds of thousands? Try over a million. Because WE'RE #1!!! WE'RE #1!!! WE'RE #1!!!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 11, 2019:
@1of5 IIRC correctly, on your profile you describe yourself as a bit of a smartass. I also recall you seemed to go out of your way to try to rattle my cage on occasion. If I have a counterpoint, I offer it, and not worry about your feelings as you seem to value frankness yourself. Comment on whatever you choose. I tend to respond in kind. Your points are technically valid, but inconsequential for the point I was making. Others have made the same observation. I chose "hundreds of thousands" because it hammered home the progression from the original thousands. That's the nature of choosing one's own words.
"This fundamental difference will likely, at some point in this primary, come to the fore.
EdEarl comments on Sep 11, 2019:
Need both houses of Congress too.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 11, 2019:
True, but the right person at the helm is still essential. Dems have had both Houses and the White House before and still claimed they were hamstrung.
"After 9/11, America was so outraged by the deaths of thousands of innocent American civilians over ...
1of5 comments on Sep 11, 2019:
Hundreds of thousands? Try over a million. Because WE'RE #1!!! WE'RE #1!!! WE'RE #1!!!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 11, 2019:
@1of5 I've noticed that usually when you pop up in a thread, it involves some pedantic BS. I guess my quote is just not powerful enough referencing "only" hundreds of thousands of innocent deaths. That's why you're both welcome and free to craft your own unique verbiage on this, or any subject under the sun. Knock yourself out.
"After 9/11, America was so outraged by the deaths of thousands of innocent American civilians over ...
1of5 comments on Sep 11, 2019:
Hundreds of thousands? Try over a million. Because WE'RE #1!!! WE'RE #1!!! WE'RE #1!!!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 11, 2019:
@1of5 No twisting needed. If one says days and days, or many weeks, or many months... that does not exclude years. I'm leaving it in the original form (though I could always add a parenthetical notation).
"After 9/11, America was so outraged by the deaths of thousands of innocent American civilians over ...
1of5 comments on Sep 11, 2019:
Hundreds of thousands? Try over a million. Because WE'RE #1!!! WE'RE #1!!! WE'RE #1!!!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 11, 2019:
Hundreds of thousands includes hundreds and hundreds of thousands (which includes millions) as far as I'm concerned. Plus, it was originally written not that long after the beginning of the war responses meaning the full tally was not yet even acknowledged.
"After 9/11, America was so outraged by the deaths of thousands of innocent American civilians over ...
jerry99 comments on Sep 11, 2019:
It was insane to attack Iraq and not the other one of the two countries responsible, Saudi Arabia. It was also insane to stay in Afghanistan after achieving our primary objective. But otherwise, how would we justify spending most of our resources on the military?
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 11, 2019:
This helped put what we did in and to Afghanistan in perspective for me. http://www.circlesoflight.com/blog/documentary-beyond-belief/
"After 9/11, America was so outraged by the deaths of thousands of innocent American civilians over ...
St-Sinner comments on Sep 11, 2019:
Collateral damage in war is deeply regrettable but it a reality. I survived the 9/11 attacks in New York in 2001. It was a terrifying scene. I cannot even remotely imagine it was an inside job.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 11, 2019:
9/11 is the litmus test. So many of the things that reverberate to today are based on the unwillingness to demand full, open and transparent investigations of the attack, the crime scene forensics, and the apparent response failures. Anyone not in lockstep with the coming “payback” was a traitor, and anyone questioning the official narrative was a nutter. That the people so readily dismissing the skeptics, did not heed to call themselves to demand what the commission itself determined; that a proper investigation was needed to uncover the truth. Remember, the alternate explanation to deride conspiracy, was the supposedly comforting notion that incompetence, an unrelated type of criminality (the destruction of evidence), the desire to cover your butt, and a string of bad luck and/or remarkable coincidence, explained the seeming contradictions and that the right enemy had been targeted anyway, so no time to navel gaze as we needed to get our bloodbath up and running. My recollection is somewhat shorter as to what I saw and what we lost. I live in So Cal and commute to downtown LA, and have for over 20+ years. For *exactly* a day and a half (the same amount of time the air stays smog free after a good rain), the normally selfish and inattentive motorists drove in manner virtually unseen before or since. Over that two day period, they actually showed noticeable consideration and no longer drove oblivious to those around them, not caring who they cut off or didn’t let in or honked at for going too slow, or not getting out of the way fast enough…they treated the other drivers as fellow Americans that were also possibly traumatized or numb and that the default position might be that they would appreciate a random act of kindness from a stranger who might just cut another person a break for no other reason than they thought the anonymous person could use one. And then, as if it never happened in the first place, it was over. That was how long it took to revert back to type, and embrace dysfunction as normalcy. And that’s how we got to where we are today. There are some things in life that we can’t turn back the clock on, but tragically that is true even on those things we could turn back the clock on. We’re just not that smart or that caring, and I don’t think it’s overly pessimistic to say that we never will be. [Also "LanceThruster" - my onlime nom de plume]
From Caitlin Johnstone: "There’s nothing moderate about so-called “centrists”; they’re ...
dan325 comments on Sep 9, 2019:
I agree that we need drastic changes rather than a mere tweaking of the status quo as proposed by the moderates. The idea that a progressive can't win is an anachronism; it may have been true in McGovern's time, but things are very different in today's era of Trumpian stupidity and corruption. I ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 10, 2019:
@BitFlipper While there's the maxim "Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good," for far too long there's been the strategy of "We need to just win this one and then we can try to steer in the direction we want later on." Lather Rinse.Repeat. Yes, people should expect politicians and parties to lie to them, but there also should be a price for that. Negative actions without consequences reinforces the negative actions.
What do you all think of this piece.
Charlene comments on Sep 9, 2019:
Wrong on attacking the media..call into question particular omissions..
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 10, 2019:
@mcgeo52 Got that right.
Joe Biden is the New Hillary, But Even Less Likely to Beat Trump | Ted Rall's Rallblog
BudFrank comments on Sep 9, 2019:
And sadly he’s the front runner
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
I think his support will prove to be a mile wide and an inch deep eventually.
What do you all think of this piece.
Charlene comments on Sep 9, 2019:
Wrong on attacking the media..call into question particular omissions..
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
Though the phrasing is a bit belligerent, I think the intent is somewhat the extent of what Bernie is already doing, i.e., calling out falsehoods, misrepresenting polls, etc. The media is trying to shape the narrative (falsely) by portraying everything in a manner intended to be detrimental to his candidacy. It's pretty blatant and pointing these instances out on a regular basis would show he's not putting up with that shit My $.02
Progressives Explode After ABC Panel Featuring Chris Christie and Rahm Emanuel Launches Attack on ...
BitFlipper comments on Sep 9, 2019:
I've met Rahm Emanuel. He made me cringe.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
Yeah... he seems pretty Machiavellian.
From Caitlin Johnstone: "There’s nothing moderate about so-called “centrists”; they’re ...
dan325 comments on Sep 9, 2019:
I agree that we need drastic changes rather than a mere tweaking of the status quo as proposed by the moderates. The idea that a progressive can't win is an anachronism; it may have been true in McGovern's time, but things are very different in today's era of Trumpian stupidity and corruption. I ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
The "extremism" is their support of the status quo. Wars, corporate corruption and control unchecked, lobbies preventing legislation and reform the electorate wants... so brazenly ignoring the will of the people is an outrage. Always has been. They defer to the moneyed interests. Obama bailed out Wall Street and not Main St. Biden tries to pretend he didn't push war or sell out to corporate interests. Fuggum. Sorry I donated to Obama. Too embarrassed to wear the tee even. He was smooth and well spoken, but sold us out largely.
"As GOP fearmongering about the so-called looming socialist menace continues to intensify ahead of ...
Heathenman comments on Sep 9, 2019:
Hope your right.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
Hope so too... for all our sake.
From Caitlin Johnstone: "There’s nothing moderate about so-called “centrists”; they’re ...
silverotter11 comments on Sep 9, 2019:
Lot's of fun and interesting random thoughts.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
She's pretty awesome. I've rarely read anything by her that I wasn't fully on board with.
Blues for Tammuz: This is not the Age of Defeat - Chris Floyd - Empire Burlesque - High Crimes and ...
Geoffrey51 comments on Sep 9, 2019:
Is goodness empirical or a subjective idea?
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
I think in this context, you provide your own definition, as imperfect as that is. Many people and ideologies responsible for countless horrible acts felt it was for the greater good. I think the people being moved by this piece have a pretty fair conception of "good" however vague and nebulous. And being thinking, feeling, and ideally... evolving creatures, we can expand our understanding of good over time, and with the help of others sharing their own views, and learning through trial and error as best we can. Same as we always have (or at least that is what is hopefully attempted by most, whatever the percentage).
This link work? The Bern Notice is worth subscribing to. [bernie.substack.com]
Freedompath comments on Sep 9, 2019:
Bernie still has ‘it,’ but can he sustain, would be my only question?
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
There's a meme that says, "Ignore the polls. Ignore the trolls." I think this is quite valid as there is a concerted effort to try to take the wind out of his sails. For Bernie supporters, my advice is... stay the course.
I sure wish the Obama's would throw their support to Bernie. That would be huge! [cnn.com]
Theresa_N comments on Sep 9, 2019:
Obama is a neo-liberal, he'd never support Bernie.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
I was heartened by Jimmy Carter's support of Bernie. He saw through Hillary's long con.
Warren and Clinton talk behind the scenes as 2020 race intensifies
Trajan61 comments on Sep 7, 2019:
No matter what those 2 idiots do Trump’s going to win in 2020. No use worrying about them. Go Trump!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
@Trajan61 I see your point. Your stable genius is doing such a bang up job. /s
"As GOP fearmongering about the so-called looming socialist menace continues to intensify ahead of ...
Our_existence comments on Sep 9, 2019:
May his fall be long and hard.. .. Off the top of tRump tower.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
Hail Hydra? Hail no!
Warren and Clinton talk behind the scenes as 2020 race intensifies
Trajan61 comments on Sep 7, 2019:
No matter what those 2 idiots do Trump’s going to win in 2020. No use worrying about them. Go Trump!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
@Fred_Snerd Despite Bernie's flaws, I think Bernie represents a welcome sea change to the status quo. You can largely judge him by the enemies he's amassed. Maybe there's a purity pony whose positions across the board are preferable to Bernie's, but I don't see them as having a chance for victory like Bernie does.
Warren and Clinton talk behind the scenes as 2020 race intensifies
wordywalt comments on Sep 9, 2019:
Any communications could reveal many of the mistakes that Clinton made, informing Warren's decision-making. Basically, Warren could learn what not to do.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
@wordywalt Maybe, but I think the jury is still out. I judge Bernie by some of the enemies he's amassed, and Warren by some of the entities she's acceptable to.
Warren and Clinton talk behind the scenes as 2020 race intensifies
Trajan61 comments on Sep 7, 2019:
No matter what those 2 idiots do Trump’s going to win in 2020. No use worrying about them. Go Trump!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
@Fred_Snerd I think Bernie is changing that dynamic. Plus, he energizes and mobilizes that part of the electorate that previously chosen to sit out elections. The Establishment Dems really missed the boat on that in 2016. They had the opportunity to lock up the youth vote for years to come, but instead they went with the same old same old they were certain would be a sure thing.
Warren and Clinton talk behind the scenes as 2020 race intensifies
wordywalt comments on Sep 9, 2019:
Any communications could reveal many of the mistakes that Clinton made, informing Warren's decision-making. Basically, Warren could learn what not to do.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
@wordywalt As others have stated, I think she sold out Bernie in 2016 because of a spot on the Clinton ticket dangled before her. I think a lot of Establishment support for her is so she can kneecap Bernie for 2020. She has already shown a willingness to backpedal on a number of core issues. It's the equivalent to Clinton's "public and private" positions in my view.
Warren and Clinton talk behind the scenes as 2020 race intensifies
TomMcGiverin comments on Sep 9, 2019:
This confirms all my suspicions about how progressives should not trust Warren and how she is less of a progressive and more of a fake opportunist who puts her own ambitions ahead of progressive values every time. I can see why Bernie is not even thinking of her as a possible VP pick and instead ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
@TomMcGiverin Very well stated.
"As GOP fearmongering about the so-called looming socialist menace continues to intensify ahead of ...
Our_existence comments on Sep 9, 2019:
May his fall be long and hard.. .. Off the top of tRump tower.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
Here's to the end of The Madness of King Orange.
Warren and Clinton talk behind the scenes as 2020 race intensifies
Athena comments on Sep 7, 2019:
If Warren is seeking any advice at all from Clinton, she is a royal idiot.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
@Athena I don't trust her either. She had an opportunity the endorse Bernie in support of the progressive values she claims to hold, but chose not to buck the power block for the sake of perceived personal gain.
Warren and Clinton talk behind the scenes as 2020 race intensifies
TomMcGiverin comments on Sep 9, 2019:
This confirms all my suspicions about how progressives should not trust Warren and how she is less of a progressive and more of a fake opportunist who puts her own ambitions ahead of progressive values every time. I can see why Bernie is not even thinking of her as a possible VP pick and instead ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
I think the groundswell of loyal Bernie support is what puts him over the top. The DNC Establishment is banking on the same dynamic as was in play in 2016, i.e., the electorate will have no other choice than their mediocre offering. The difference is we are on to their shenanigans, and will not tolerate a repeat performance. Disturbingly, the only problem with this is that corporate Dems would rather lose to Trump than win with a progressive.
Warren and Clinton talk behind the scenes as 2020 race intensifies
wordywalt comments on Sep 9, 2019:
Any communications could reveal many of the mistakes that Clinton made, informing Warren's decision-making. Basically, Warren could learn what not to do.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 9, 2019:
Though I think the purpose would actually be to double down on the Clinton strategy of, "Where else are you gonna go?," thereby meaning that the electorate will need to understand that the crumbs offered is the best they're going to get. Hillary support is the kiss of death (and rightly so).
Sinclair Lewis, "When fascism comes to America, it will come carrying an American flag & carrying a...
WilliamCharles comments on Sep 8, 2019:
I thought it was Sinclair Lewis, but even that recollection is wrong. https://quoteinvestigator.com/2017/07/28/flag/
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 8, 2019:
@Remiforce The link doesn't mention C.S. Lewis as a possibility either. I guess it should go in the anonymous category?
Column: Break some eggs, Elizabeth Warren: Drop out and back Bernie - Chicago Tribune
jerry99 comments on Sep 4, 2019:
There's a lot wrong with that. Hillary had nearly 1000 more delegates than Bernie, 2,811 to 1,879, won more state contests than Bernie, 34 to 23, and won 3M more votes than Bernie, 16,914,722 to 13,206,428. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Results_of_the_2016_Democratic_Party_presidential_primaries ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 8, 2019:
The final vote tally was tainted because of the shenanigans taking place. I'm sorry you don't see that. Debbie Wasserman-Schultz stepped down for a reason. She got caught with her thumb on the scale.
Column: Break some eggs, Elizabeth Warren: Drop out and back Bernie - Chicago Tribune
gearl comments on Sep 4, 2019:
I agree with the article about Biden but not about who should drop out as I see Bernie dropping out and backing Warren. Sanders is a lot sharper than Biden but I think Elizabeth is a lot sharper than Bernie and she doesn't just spout the same thing over and over like a broken record. Having said all...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 8, 2019:
Repetition is part of the political process, and consistency is part of Bernie's.
Warren and Clinton talk behind the scenes as 2020 race intensifies
Trajan61 comments on Sep 7, 2019:
No matter what those 2 idiots do Trump’s going to win in 2020. No use worrying about them. Go Trump!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 8, 2019:
It's quite possible Trump has more idiot followers, glob forbid.
The Case for Sanders/Warren 2020: The Populist Dream Team Ticket to Win A Green New Deal | Common ...
zesty comments on Sep 7, 2019:
There is no one democratic candidate presently who could present a serious challenge to President Trump.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 7, 2019:
I think Bernie would slaughter him.
There's a blog site (Balloon Juice) that despises Bernie.
Athena comments on Sep 7, 2019:
These people who are bashing Bernie and declaring his campaign a bust, are spending an inordinate amount of time doing so. If it's commonplace to spend such time highlighting candidacies which are out of gas, then why isn't anyone talking about Marianne Williamson of Kirsten Gillibrand? ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 7, 2019:
It remarkable to me to see Bernie standing so tall in the face of the relentless kneecapping attempts against him from so many different outlets. He's an incredibly dynamic human being. So much of the sh!t being flung in his direction is unconscionable. I'm looking forward to him doing well in the primary races. I have a great distrust of many of these polls.
The Case for Sanders/Warren 2020: The Populist Dream Team Ticket to Win A Green New Deal | Common ...
David1955 comments on Sep 7, 2019:
If they can avoid serious rifts, keep to polite differences over policy, and make it genuine, then they can be a formidable team or partnership. But it has to be genuine. People and media will smell it if phoney. And Bernie on top. He led the way. He made it possible for her to be.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 7, 2019:
I think that's a pretty insightful assessment.
Interested to hear some of your thoughts on who you would like Bernie to choose as a running mate.
bobwjr comments on Sep 5, 2019:
Warren would complete things
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 7, 2019:
Not my first choice, but enough other people like her to make it a possibly wise strategic choice.
Interested to hear some of your thoughts on who you would like Bernie to choose as a running mate.
Buddha comments on Sep 5, 2019:
Jeff merkely or ron wyden I like. Maybe someone like sherrod brown would help the ticket.? But , I really like Tulsi
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 7, 2019:
I like Sherrod Brown, though his voice is something that grates on me, because it sounds so strained. Not his fault and I generally like his positions, but it really does get under my skin. Would have to learn more about Wyden or Merkley, but I seem to recall they're fairly highly regarded. I think Tulsi would be pretty awesome though, and set the stage for a 16 year Democratic lock on the Whitehouse.
The Democratic Party’s Addiction to Dirty Money
Robecology comments on Sep 6, 2019:
Consider the source; New Republic. A far left-leaning news reporting service. https://ei.marketwatch.com/Multimedia/2018/02/28/Photos/NS/MW-GE557_MediaB_20180228115701_NS.jpg?uuid=659e15a6-1ca8-11e8-83b2-9c8e992d421e
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
@Robecology He's as corrupt AF. The difference is Rethuglicans expect it. Many Dems and progressives don't.
The Democratic Party’s Addiction to Dirty Money
Robecology comments on Sep 6, 2019:
Consider the source; New Republic. A far left-leaning news reporting service. https://ei.marketwatch.com/Multimedia/2018/02/28/Photos/NS/MW-GE557_MediaB_20180228115701_NS.jpg?uuid=659e15a6-1ca8-11e8-83b2-9c8e992d421e
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
Actually, they've drifted somewhat far afield of their progressive roots, and they've never been good on Palestine as far as I can remember. But I think they're on target here. Most of the MSM doesn't acknowledge it, but a campaign financed by individual donors (like Bernie and Tulsi) is quite a big deal as far as I'm concerned.
The Democratic Party’s Addiction to Dirty Money
1of5 comments on Sep 6, 2019:
## Peoples addiction to money. There, fixed the headline for you.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
Well, there's no one on the right funding their campaigns on individual donations so I took that as a given.
The Problem With Warren - CounterPunch.org
dare2dream comments on Sep 6, 2019:
So she flip flopped about Hilary. I'm okay with that because Warren is on the correct side now. I don't care if Warren rode in on Bernie's coat tails. She's talking the talk now and I think she is carrying the progressive banner with Bernie.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
@dare2dream While that is true, I find it interesting that none of these supposed progressive firebrands chose to run in 2016. The fact that anyone feels Biden has a chance is a good example of what is wrong with the party. If they wanted what was best for the country, a good many would drop out and endorse a frontrunner. It's Bernie or bust for me. I don't think anyone else draws from as large a pool.
Why They Hate Bernie
redbai comments on Sep 5, 2019:
As an independent voter who has not decided which not-Trump person I'd like as the Presidential candidate, I'd like Bernie people to stop whining about how unfair everything is for Bernie. It's getting to sound kind of pathetic and I'm beginning to not like Bernie because a lot of his followers ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
@redbai Wasn't looking to turn it into a pissing contest, friend. We probably vote in a similar fashion on a lot of things. I'm all for getting rid of Dolt 45. My concern, and one shared by quite a few people whether you believe it or not, is that DNC shenanigans will result in the same disaster that happened in 2016. Team Hillary couldn't have been more heavy-handed at the Democratic Convention if they had tried. They told progressives in no uncertain terms they weren't needed. And what did their vote shaming and gaslighting get them? Trump. The DNC made sure they got the one goddamn person who couldn't beat Trump nominated. And it wasn't the Russians. She crashed and burned on her own. A hell of a lot of progressives are working hard for their candidates before the primaries even officially begin to prevent a recurrence of a pisspoor candidatethat can't beat Trump. Bernie woll slaughter him. He gets people fired up. People were disheartened and stayed home because they felt cheated. If the Mueller report wasn't such a nothingburger, the House would act on it. They're as toothless as you, not being able to convince anyone else that the report says what you pretend it says. Put up or shut up (you and them). You.Got.Nothing.
The Problem With Warren - CounterPunch.org
wordywalt comments on Sep 6, 2019:
I am a Warren supporter, without question. She is more intelligent than most of the other candidates, more dedicated to serving the American people ands to strengthening our democracy. She has deep dedication to that cause, great energy, and great compassion for the common person. To me, she ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
@dare2dream I see things somewhat differently. Anything other than Medicare 4 All is like rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic. :-----: "Warren has co-sponsored Sanders’s single-payer proposal, but on the campaign trail keeps her talking points on universal health care; she speaks about Medicare-for-all more in terms of expanding public options for health care, rather than eliminating private insurance altogether. It’s in stark contrast to Sanders, who takes every opportunity to explain and advocate for single-payer health care, making the case that the incentives cannot be truly in the interest of the patients unless private insurance is out of the equation." https://gritpost.com/elizabeth-warren-middle-ground-medicare-all/?fbclid=IwAR1dYxMVPeW997q3uOTDROkt8SLZZYosROZu7TdD3muAk9aWMzHdn2tZpow
Why They Hate Bernie
redbai comments on Sep 5, 2019:
As an independent voter who has not decided which not-Trump person I'd like as the Presidential candidate, I'd like Bernie people to stop whining about how unfair everything is for Bernie. It's getting to sound kind of pathetic and I'm beginning to not like Bernie because a lot of his followers ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
@redbai "Have you read the Mueller Report?," without offering what you find so damning is an interesting dodge. Again, you keep your blinders on. I'm sure they'll serve your rugged independence quite well come election time. Your gaslighting has no effect on me, though. I'll continue to call them as I see them. YMMV
The Problem With Warren - CounterPunch.org
wordywalt comments on Sep 6, 2019:
I am a Warren supporter, without question. She is more intelligent than most of the other candidates, more dedicated to serving the American people ands to strengthening our democracy. She has deep dedication to that cause, great energy, and great compassion for the common person. To me, she ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
If Warren was a true progressive, she could have endorsed Bernie, but she hedged her bets. She has shown her willingness in this run to backpedal in order to placate corporatists. I think Bernie's refusal to take corporate money to fund his campaign (like Tulsi) shows an integrity the others lack. Warren herself has a public position, and a private one, which was the kiss of death for the previous nominee. The MSM continuing to fluff her is a red flag as far as I'm concerned.
The Problem With Warren - CounterPunch.org
dare2dream comments on Sep 6, 2019:
So she flip flopped about Hilary. I'm okay with that because Warren is on the correct side now. I don't care if Warren rode in on Bernie's coat tails. She's talking the talk now and I think she is carrying the progressive banner with Bernie.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
Unfortunately, I see her role as meant to kneecap Bernie. Splitting the vote means superdelegates get to decide. Do not forget that the superdelegates arose because the party felt that George McGovern was a mistake not to be repeated.
Why They Hate Bernie
redbai comments on Sep 5, 2019:
As an independent voter who has not decided which not-Trump person I'd like as the Presidential candidate, I'd like Bernie people to stop whining about how unfair everything is for Bernie. It's getting to sound kind of pathetic and I'm beginning to not like Bernie because a lot of his followers ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
@redbai "FiveThirtyEight, which is owned by ABC/Disney, functions as a sort of gatekeeper for polling, and polls are extremely important for candidacies. The public is told that polls judged as A+ by FiveThirtyEight are to be seen as real bellwethers of popular opinion. In reality, “the polls” are manufactured to produce the results that the pollsters (and their corporate funders) want to see. Just take a look at the recent Monmouth University poll, which was released just prior to Biden’s official decision to run. The results showed Biden 9 percentage points ahead of Sanders, but if you look closely you will see that more than 70% of the people polled are over the age of 50. Any honest person would be able to tell you that the 2020 electorate will be far younger than 50." https://ivn.us/posts/the-exact-way-the-dnc-will-deny-bernie-sanders-the-2020-nomination?fbclid=IwAR2wjlzWMRrO-AlqcfIrqO4c4GzzEj3X4B6c2kjLSo7OoaVt7LluOCqv8ZU
Why They Hate Bernie
redbai comments on Sep 5, 2019:
As an independent voter who has not decided which not-Trump person I'd like as the Presidential candidate, I'd like Bernie people to stop whining about how unfair everything is for Bernie. It's getting to sound kind of pathetic and I'm beginning to not like Bernie because a lot of his followers ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
@redbai So you got nothing. I get it. The cheating was done the same way embezzlers might rob a company. Stealing from the till, the loading dock, petty cash, forged checks, fake employees, fraudulent bank transactions, etc. Wikileaks revealed the coordination of various news outlets and the DNC. The DNC argued in court in the fraud lawsuit that they're allowed to stack the deck. Hillary was slipped debate questions. The debates themselves were limited and buried to assist Clinton. We can agree to disagree I guess, because I see a reality you do not. And I'm not the only one. No one owed Clinton their vote, and she did little to earn them. Dolt 45 is on her.
Why They Hate Bernie
redbai comments on Sep 5, 2019:
As an independent voter who has not decided which not-Trump person I'd like as the Presidential candidate, I'd like Bernie people to stop whining about how unfair everything is for Bernie. It's getting to sound kind of pathetic and I'm beginning to not like Bernie because a lot of his followers ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
@redbai I've neither read the report, nor any smoking gun presented by those who have, including you. Why don't you give a few citations of damning material you insist is there? Should be easy, no? Debbie Wasserman-Schultz stepped down for the cheating Wikileaks revealed. Elizabeth Warren and Donna Brazille acknowledged the cheating before they backpedaled. Ed Schultz revealed before he died how he was ordered not to cover Bernie's announcement he was running. The MSM was instructed to puff Trump as a Pied Piper (which they did). Many times MSDNC would have their main screen showing Trump's empty podium, with an ongoing Bernie speech at a massive campaign rally relegated to a small screen with no sound in the corner. I *saw* this done multiple times. Voter rolls were inexplicably scrubbed. When exit polling did not match the results, the exit polling was discontinued. And on and on and on. You believe what you want, and vote however you see fit. You have an opportunity, here and now, to provide the proof you claim exists. If you are unwilling or unable to do that one simple thing... stop wasting my time with your assertions that are long on conjecture, and short on facts.
Why They Hate Bernie
redbai comments on Sep 5, 2019:
As an independent voter who has not decided which not-Trump person I'd like as the Presidential candidate, I'd like Bernie people to stop whining about how unfair everything is for Bernie. It's getting to sound kind of pathetic and I'm beginning to not like Bernie because a lot of his followers ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
@redbai The report is full of weasel words without pinning down anything specific. What elements of the report do you consider concrete evidence of "interference" (and define that term, please) by the Russian government (and not just Russian troll farms)? All those stating "read the report" fail to cite what the so called smoking gun is. Enlighten us.
Bernie Is the Best Candidate on Palestine
ToolGuy comments on Sep 6, 2019:
While I agree that he is the best, he has no more chance of doing that than anyone else. Palestinians and the surrounding Arab countries want Israel gone and Israel will continue to manufacture the consent of their people for military and settlement practices against the Palestinians. And both will ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
I see no problem with wanting Israel's apartheid regime gone, like South Africa's is no longer with us. Israel wants to maintain control despite the demographics by brutal means. It's why they reject the right of return. It is unconscionable that we bankroll such abuses. As per the Symington Amendment, they shouldn't get a dime from us because of their nukes. Additionally, they did not comply with the UN stipulations mandated in order for the partition of Palestine to happen in the first place, the right of return being one of them. Israel has committed, and continues to commit, war crimes. Only the US UN veto protects them from the consequences they should be facing.
Why They Hate Bernie
redbai comments on Sep 5, 2019:
As an independent voter who has not decided which not-Trump person I'd like as the Presidential candidate, I'd like Bernie people to stop whining about how unfair everything is for Bernie. It's getting to sound kind of pathetic and I'm beginning to not like Bernie because a lot of his followers ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 6, 2019:
@redbai Russiagate was a few rubles spent by troll farms on social media platforms. That has been debunked as far as I'm concerned. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=WOQXOV0PHL4
Why They Hate Bernie
redbai comments on Sep 5, 2019:
As an independent voter who has not decided which not-Trump person I'd like as the Presidential candidate, I'd like Bernie people to stop whining about how unfair everything is for Bernie. It's getting to sound kind of pathetic and I'm beginning to not like Bernie because a lot of his followers ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 5, 2019:
@redbai I think the facts say otherwise. The cheating was done in multiple ways. And do not forget, Trump was Team Hillary's handpicked Pied Piper. She played chicken with the fate of the nation in her pursuit of power... and lost. But you are right in one respect. The gaslighting Hillary supporters were guilty of caused many people to just stay home. It hurt races all down the ticket. It was like a car thief asking for gas money afterward. As far as Trump was concerned, he is awful enough on his own, regardless of his supporters.
We Heard Three Visions for Saving the Planet Last Night. Only One Will Work.
bingst comments on Sep 5, 2019:
I can't see Bernie's plan as being realistic in the time we have.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 5, 2019:
@bingst What would you suggest yourself?
Why They Hate Bernie
redbai comments on Sep 5, 2019:
As an independent voter who has not decided which not-Trump person I'd like as the Presidential candidate, I'd like Bernie people to stop whining about how unfair everything is for Bernie. It's getting to sound kind of pathetic and I'm beginning to not like Bernie because a lot of his followers ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 5, 2019:
Your vote is obviously your own, and basing it to that extent on your like/dislike of a candidate's supporters seems somewhat problematic... but you do you. I think there's undeniable evidence Bernie was cheated in the 2016 primaries, and similar shenanigans are still in play for 2020. If anyone should call it out more, it should be Bernie. But at least he's taken the MSM to task. Plenty of examples of what I'm talking about there, but you believe what you want.
We Heard Three Visions for Saving the Planet Last Night. Only One Will Work.
bingst comments on Sep 5, 2019:
I can't see Bernie's plan as being realistic in the time we have.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 5, 2019:
Whose plan do you prefer?
Why They Hate Bernie
Spinliesel comments on Sep 5, 2019:
Also well educated old ladies who understand political systems and are not afraid of speaking about it!
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 5, 2019:
I try to venture out of my bubble, but I must admit I generally find Berners the most awesome of people. I can't say the same about the Bernie haters.
Article: Tulsi Gabbard's Exclusion from Debate Stage is Further Proof that United States is ...
Joanne comments on Sep 3, 2019:
I bet the majority of Democrats don't want Gabbard. I know I don't. She has ties that make me very nervous and will only get my vote if she somehow ends up in the general election--and I don't see that happening.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 4, 2019:
@Joanne Thanks for your input. This article certainly brings up some of the concerns you share. I still think the heavy-handed way the DNC controls the process is not a good thing, and that Tulsi's voice is worth hearing in the debates, but I feel that many of her positions here would have to change before I'd consider her for a spot on Bernie's ticket. :-----: "Tulsi Gabbard isn’t all bad. In several areas, she’s further to the left than a number of mainstream Democrats. But her bucking of the Democratic Party establishment, her support from Sanders, and her consistent opposition to regime change has distracted many from the more disquieting parts of her record. If the glowing profiles of Gabbard are right, she stands poised to become one of the leaders of the Democratic Party. If so, progressives will have to drop any starry-eyed admiration, and take a good, hard, honest look at who Tulsi Gabbard really is. Her rhetoric about Islam wouldn’t be out of place on a Republican debate stage. Her anti-interventionism is shot through with a pernicious nationalism. Her support for Modi legitimizes a leader with a record of enabling anti-Muslim brutality. Sanders’s seal of approval shouldn’t be taken as the final word on Tulsi Gabbard. After all, should we really champion a presidential candidate who could easily have been slotted into a Trump cabinet?" https://jacobinmag.com/2017/05/tulsi-gabbard-president-sanders-democratic-party
Article: Tulsi Gabbard's Exclusion from Debate Stage is Further Proof that United States is ...
jerry99 comments on Sep 4, 2019:
With 20-something mostly unqualified presidential candidates, the DNC came up with some criteria to thin out the debate field based on various measures of support. Too bad your candidate didn't make the cut for participating in the debates, but nothing stops her from continuing her campaign. To see ...
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 4, 2019:
I reject most of your characterizations. I'm sticking with Bernie though. Clinton lost 2016 on her own, against Team Hillary's own handpicked Pied Piper. She played chicken with the fate of the nation in her pursuit of power... and lost. Dolt 45 is the giant shit sandwich that we're all having to take a bite from.
Article: Tulsi Gabbard's Exclusion from Debate Stage is Further Proof that United States is ...
t1nick comments on Sep 3, 2019:
It shows the depth of the corruption in the DNC, which by all intensive purpose is generally less corrupt than the RNC. Me thinks we need a viable third, or a fourth Party to make the two main ones have to justify their actions.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 4, 2019:
I would certainly love Ranked Choice Voting or Instant Runoff Voting. [and FYI... it's "for all intents and purposes"]. I always appreciate it myself to get a useful correction, just so you know.
Article: Tulsi Gabbard's Exclusion from Debate Stage is Further Proof that United States is ...
Joanne comments on Sep 3, 2019:
I bet the majority of Democrats don't want Gabbard. I know I don't. She has ties that make me very nervous and will only get my vote if she somehow ends up in the general election--and I don't see that happening.
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 4, 2019:
There's some candidates that are enough of a paradigm shift that I'll excuse some of their other positions I disagree with. She rejected the corrupt DNC in 2016, has stated she'd pardon Snowden and Manning, as well as not try to extradite Assange, is against military imperialism, and masterfully called out Kamala Harris. I'd love for her to be Bernie's VP, actually. Could make for a 16 year run of reasonably progressive Dems.
Support for Biden Is An Irresponsible Gamble With Our Future | Current Affairs
jniece comments on Sep 1, 2019:
Only thing ppl should pay attention to are his record and his past statements to know where he's coming from and going to. The best predictor of future behavior is past behavior. And he flat out said He's willing to prostitute himself. case closed
WilliamCharles replies on Sep 1, 2019:
Yup. Good viewpoint.
Support for Biden Is An Irresponsible Gamble With Our Future | Current Affairs
t1nick comments on Aug 30, 2019:
I concur. Well written summary. Despite his popularity in the black community ( the voting block he needs to succeed). I'm not convinced that that vote will carry over to the general elections. I think as you aptly pointed out, that his continued gaffes are going to wear thin with voters.
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 31, 2019:
Thx. For the record, I was quoting directly from the piece.
The Rolling Stones - Starfucker live 1973 [m.youtube.com]
CaroleKay comments on Aug 31, 2019:
Kind of rude to steal my group, doncha think?
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 31, 2019:
@CaroleKay Wow. Hard to get happy after that. Don't recall any contact whatsoever about posting outside of the rules. In fact, I publicly posted a few times there wanting to make sure I was within the group guidelines. The only flak I ever remember getting was if a post was considered too mainstream for the esoteric selections you generally had. Your advice, as I recall, was "you do you." I do remember a PM with you (forgot the topic) where you got you knickers in a twist because I had used abbreviations like "b4" for "before" and such. You responded indignantly (rudely, I thought), with, "What are you, a child?" or something to that effect. I tried to exit with as much grace as I could muster, but your fuse had already been lit, it seemed. I felt bad, and chose to drop it because you otherwise seemed like a really nice person. Shortly after you announced you were leaving for a time because you had a new BF or something. When I went to the group, it said "currently unavailable." I just thought you closed it because I had no idea I had ruffled your feathers in any way (other than the text abbreviations kerfuffle). I apologize for the confusion and/or friction. I'll go ahead and edit the group description and explain that I was mistaken about it being closed. I'll add an explanation that I was barred from the group because [reasons]. You're welcome to add your take here if you choose as to what my infractions were. I don't care. I'm keeping the name as a reminder to myself that even rationalists can be petty and irrational. Have a nice life, neighbor.
I find it strange how much believers push the idea that their god loves people.
WilliamCharles comments on Aug 31, 2019:
"Why are we in this world? Is there a presiding figure to make sense of all this, a god who in the end, despite making people suffer, wishes them well?" ~ Kurt Vonnegut
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 31, 2019:
Does this darkness have a name? https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=eUk3DJnIAko
When establishment Democrats attack the "hard left," what are they really afraid of? | Salon.com
Matias comments on Aug 31, 2019:
they are afraid that the radicals will build homes in never-never land and castles in the air that will scare away more voters in the centre than attract new voters on the left side
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 31, 2019:
Maybe, if that was what was actually being proposed. But the "centrists" (read "corporate" Dems) are treating approaches similar to FDR's with the same mischaracterizations used by the right.
The Rolling Stones - Starfucker live 1973 [m.youtube.com]
Sticks48 comments on Aug 31, 2019:
We already have a Taboo Island group. If you can't be original, then don't be at all. Too many duplications in this whole group thing as it is.
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 31, 2019:
Is the group back, or was it never gone and I'm just locked out? I contributed quite a few tunes myself. Creating this group was actually in the attempt to have it returned (or regain my access).
If Americans want to understand Israel, they should think of 1950s Alabama, with an air force
jerry99 comments on Aug 31, 2019:
Looks like I accidentally wandered into a Reichsparteitag.
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 31, 2019:
@jerry99 It's interesting you mention the hatefulness involved in the rhetoric of "immigrant invasion." Israel is all about maintaining control in the face of actual demographics. Their rejection of the right of return (a war crime btw) is all the proof you need of that. And the illegal colonizer militias (euphemistically referred to as "settlers") are indeed an "invasion."
If Americans want to understand Israel, they should think of 1950s Alabama, with an air force
jerry99 comments on Aug 31, 2019:
Looks like I accidentally wandered into a Reichsparteitag.
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 31, 2019:
@jerry99 I reject your characterization. Your failure/refusal to read the article is not surprising either. I'd be interested in specifics about what constitutes anti-Semitism in the comments, but then you've already stated that you won't engage at all. How do I, as a US citizen, lobby against the money given to Israel to bankroll their oppression, and fight Congress in their unconstitutional attemps to outlaw free speech with their anti-BDS legislation without being smeared as anti-Semitic? The question is of course rhetorical when you've decided to take your bat and ball and go home.
The Rolling Stones - Starfucker live 1973 [m.youtube.com]
CaroleKay comments on Aug 31, 2019:
Kind of rude to steal my group, doncha think?
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 31, 2019:
In the description it's mentioned that it (Taboo Island) was taken down (don't know if that's changed). The Atlantis part is meant to be an homage. I lost access to so many great tunes that were linked there, including my own. So, no... I don't think it's rude in the least. I thought it was sad the group disappeared in the first place, as it was a terrific site with lots of wonderful contributions.
Support for Biden Is An Irresponsible Gamble With Our Future | Current Affairs
davknight comments on Aug 31, 2019:
Anyone But Trump 2020!
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 31, 2019:
If it were only that easy. Team Hillary thought that they could coast to her coronation with not much more than a "Not Trump!" platform, which was ironic as he was their handpicked Pied Piper. I am firmly of the mindset that if DNC shenanigans foists another corporate centrist on their base, we'll likely wind up with a second term for the Cheeto Benito.
If Americans want to understand Israel, they should think of 1950s Alabama, with an air force
jerry99 comments on Aug 31, 2019:
Looks like I accidentally wandered into a Reichsparteitag.
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 31, 2019:
I hope you expand on your comment, Jerry, and don't just do a hit and run post. I am very interested in your views having looked at your profile. This was my profile on the Mondoweiss page. :----: I grew up with the conventional wisdom believing that the Israelis were the "white hats" and that the Palestinians/Arabs/Muslims were the "black hats." After 9/11, I wanted to know more about the conflict in the ME. I came to the realization that the narrative was totally one-sided. I largely credit many outstanding Jewish voices (my close friend Bernie the Attorney for one) for opening my eyes. I see on a daily basis the efforts by Zionists and their stooges to dismiss truth-tellers in the most reprehensible manner, up to and including threats of violence. Truth needs no army of thugs to establish it; only lies need enforcers. ~ LanceThruster
If Americans want to understand Israel, they should think of 1950s Alabama, with an air force
jerry99 comments on Aug 31, 2019:
Looks like I accidentally wandered into a Reichsparteitag.
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 31, 2019:
You do realize the piece was written by an Israeli if I'm not mistaken, and posted on a political site originated by a Jewish journalist, no? It is quite common for those trying to defend Israeli brutality to smear those simply pointing it out. https://electronicintifada.net/blogs/ali-abunimah/israeli-dissident-ordered-submit-facebook-posts-military-censor
If Americans want to understand Israel, they should think of 1950s Alabama, with an air force
jerry99 comments on Aug 31, 2019:
Looks like I accidentally wandered into a Reichsparteitag.
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 31, 2019:
Certainly what a Palestinian might think in their everyday life. Israel is in many ways about "blood and soil."
Support for Biden Is An Irresponsible Gamble With Our Future | Current Affairs
1of5 comments on Aug 30, 2019:
He's polling well, though. :) https://unsubscribedmedia.com/2019/05/28/biden-leads-all-democrats-according-to-rotary-phone-poll/?fbclid=IwAR0WFIMEPUEXqgIAxHR_mGvpWx5KbzJQ6qAqmo8VvXHGy_bI3JN_InqGb_s
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 30, 2019:
@1of5 Too long indeed. And the horse race aspects of it are insulting.
Support for Biden Is An Irresponsible Gamble With Our Future | Current Affairs
1of5 comments on Aug 30, 2019:
He's polling well, though. :) https://unsubscribedmedia.com/2019/05/28/biden-leads-all-democrats-according-to-rotary-phone-poll/?fbclid=IwAR0WFIMEPUEXqgIAxHR_mGvpWx5KbzJQ6qAqmo8VvXHGy_bI3JN_InqGb_s
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 30, 2019:
@1of5 I think it's remarkably idiotic to put so much credence into the polls at this stage anyway. Because of the various ways bias creeps in, or how they're interpreted, there's a lot of using them to unjustifiably support a particular narrative.
Support for Biden Is An Irresponsible Gamble With Our Future | Current Affairs
1of5 comments on Aug 30, 2019:
He's polling well, though. :) https://unsubscribedmedia.com/2019/05/28/biden-leads-all-democrats-according-to-rotary-phone-poll/?fbclid=IwAR0WFIMEPUEXqgIAxHR_mGvpWx5KbzJQ6qAqmo8VvXHGy_bI3JN_InqGb_s
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 30, 2019:
I consider his "support" a mile wide and an inch deep. Name recognition counts for quite a bit at this stage. MSDNC is continually fluffing Biden in unbelievably ridiculous ways. "Let Joe be Joe" and "voters are drawn to to his warmth and likeability like an old sweater." They know Joe sucks and try to prop him up as being the "old and familiar." When you're devoid of substance, you resort to this sort of sophistry.
If Americans want to understand Israel, they should think of 1950s Alabama, with an air force
davknight comments on Aug 30, 2019:
More like 1970s or 1980s South Africa!
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 30, 2019:
I find the comparison interesting, as it seems valid to think of it as the land of Bull Connor without the pushback.
A Long Memo to The DNC — It’s time to say “Uncle” to The Bernie Sanders Campaign
racocn8 comments on Aug 29, 2019:
No, Trump became president because he and his campaign staff worked with the Russian Intelligence to brainwash voters in swing states to either vote for Trump or to not vote for Hillary. The Russian campaign actions were directed by the data furnished by Manifort and by Cambridge Analytica/Bannon....
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 29, 2019:
If that were true, then Team Hillary goofed not tossing a few rubles from their massive war chest to the Russian troll farms. Unless he's cheated again, I expect Bernie to be our next president. Otherwise, I expect a second term for the Cheeto Benito.
Pantyhose?🤔🤣😂
JackPedigo comments on Aug 29, 2019:
And what kind of animals in a panty hose worn by a male?
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 29, 2019:
Trouser trout.
"Are you there, God? It's me, you."
NoPlanetB comments on Aug 27, 2019:
You'd be shot in the babble belt.
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 28, 2019:
I'm in Los Angeles County, and believe it or not, we've got our share of holy rollers here as well. I used to work at a university and some of my coworkers were pretty dogmatic.
Love that this image came up after entering "sanctimonious twatwaffle" in Dogpile search engine.
RRRR comments on Aug 26, 2019:
If I dwell on how many supporters he has, it frightens me. We need to fight harder with truth to power.
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 26, 2019:
They are a frightening bunch.
Love that this image came up after entering "sanctimonious twatwaffle" in Dogpile search engine.
motrubl4u comments on Aug 26, 2019:
Orkin can't handle that. Call the someone who has access to napalm lol
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 26, 2019:
Nuke him from orbit. It's the only way to be sure. 😆
To the surviving people of Palestine, I am truly so very sorry that you, your families, your ...
Archeus_Lore comments on Aug 26, 2019:
We have in Washington, one of the biggest groups of disgusting racist hypocrites on the planet; they will bend over backwards to kiss Israel's ass, they will fund Israel with our taxes, all the while Israel commits more progressively serious crimes against Palestine and its people, Israel has FREE ...
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 26, 2019:
Well said, my friend. Break out the tumbrels.
As Long as Enemies of the State Keep Dying Before Trial, No One Should Trust the State - ...
jniece comments on Aug 26, 2019:
I don't think guy's with his psychological profile are very apt to commit suicide. I do think he would be willing to take everyone down with him if it assisted his defense in any way. I'd give anything to be a fly on the wall in the evidence room that houses everything they found in his house.
WilliamCharles replies on Aug 26, 2019:
Sadly, the items most damning to the elite will never see the light of day.

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