MissuTam 85 Report post Posted July 21, 2016 Ted Cruz on Donald Trump: I'm not a 'servile puppy dog'.... http://www.chron.com/news/politics/article/Ted-Cruz-Donald-Trump-Servile-Puppy-Dog-8400615.php I do not like this guy but he is the only one with the cojones to stand up to Trump. The rest of them fell in line like lemmings. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fykeylicious 1,099 Report post Posted July 22, 2016 I almost wish I could go to sleep and wake up in time to cast my vote. I'm not sure I can take much more of this mess. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
branchop 319 Report post Posted July 22, 2016 And the TV ads have barely started Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoyaheel 1,864 Report post Posted July 24, 2016 Is anyone watching the tv show Braindead? I've been recording it - have only watched the first couple episodes. It's not a great tv show but the perspective on DC politics is right on. I never watched West Wing (though my mother adored it) Wonder if I could just stream that instead of watching any of the rest of the actual election? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MissuTam 85 Report post Posted August 2, 2016 What is wrong with Trump, is he really that thin skinned. Going after the parents of a fallen war hero? Is it because they are Muslims? He needs to learn when to STFU. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MissuTam 85 Report post Posted August 15, 2016 New York Times 08/15/16 Secret Ledger in Ukraine Lists Cash for Donald Trump’s Campaign Chief http://www.nytimes.com/2016/08/15/us/politics/paul-manafort-ukraine-donald-trump.html?_r=0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fykeylicious 1,099 Report post Posted August 16, 2016 This whole thing is so sickening - the entire world must be shaking their heads 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
princess 1,703 Report post Posted August 16, 2016 This whole thing is so sickening - the entire world must be shaking their heads I work with several overseas people. They think we have all lost our marbles. They aren't wrong, lol. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoyaheel 1,864 Report post Posted August 17, 2016 (edited) This whole thing is so sickening - the entire world must be shaking their heads I work with several overseas people. They think we have all lost our marbles. They aren't wrong, lol. Same here. Including my UK friends who've just dealt with Brexit insanity (getting together with my college roommates next month - one lives in Scotland, works in London - 2 of us in US and 1 in Africa - we'll be commiserating on who has it worst at home ;-) Edited August 17, 2016 by Hoyaheel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
princess 1,703 Report post Posted August 17, 2016 This whole thing is so sickening - the entire world must be shaking their heads I work with several overseas people. They think we have all lost our marbles. They aren't wrong, lol. Same here. Including my UK friends who've just dealt with Brexit insanity (getting together with my college roommates next month - one lives in Scotland, works in London - 2 of us in US and 1 in Africa - we'll be commiserating on who has it worst at home ;-) Yes, most of my overseas contacts are UK. They were horrified about Brexit results, never thought it had a chance of passing. What feedback do you get from your UK friends about Brexit?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoyaheel 1,864 Report post Posted August 17, 2016 None of my friends wanted to leave the EU (though those in Scotland might have voted to leave the UK ;-) I think many at this point think the exit might be stalled and hopefully eventually not pan out, but are unsure the mechanisms that might allow that. But the plummeting value of the pound has everyone immediately traumatized (I was quite bummed, selfishly, as an American, to have visited just this past January If we'd only waited a few more months....) Worries about being able to work in other countries, what happens to pensions etc - very real concerns for expats who have UK citizenship but can't now easily move elsewhere for work but might not be able to find jobs in the UK. Most of my work contacts are in developing countries, and many say - geez, I expect this in my own country, but never [some of the things that are said on the campaign trail] from the US. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
princess 1,703 Report post Posted August 17, 2016 Yeah, will be interesting to see how this pans out for sure!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoyaheel 1,864 Report post Posted September 27, 2016 Fuck the debate. Bring on the best Twitter Commentators! Chrissy Teigen http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/chrissy-teigen-tweets-debate_us_57e9c17ae4b082aad9b66a21? Lesley Jones (she is a Tweeting goddess!!) http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/leslie-jones-debate-tweets-national-treasure_us_57e9cc4ce4b082aad9b67259? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
princess 1,703 Report post Posted September 27, 2016 Will & Grace came back just for this: http://www.vulture.com/2016/09/watch-brand-new-will-grace-2016-election-scene.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fykeylicious 1,099 Report post Posted November 4, 2016 Guys!! We're almost there!! We can make it!! PS - I am getting BOMBED Tuesday night. I never drink alone and rarely on a weeknight, but I'm making an exception for this. The anxiety this election has given me is just ridiculous. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoyaheel 1,864 Report post Posted November 4, 2016 I was thinking I'd have to head to bed early on Tuesday and just wake up to whatever - because I can't handle the stress of staying up late watching returns come in.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MissuTam 85 Report post Posted November 4, 2016 I was thinking I'd have to head to bed early on Tuesday and just wake up to whatever - because I can't handle the stress of staying up late watching returns come in.... I did early voting last week. Long lines. Terrified of losing our democracy to a Putin loving political neophyte. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fykeylicious 1,099 Report post Posted November 4, 2016 I don't understand why more states don't have early voting. I just want to get this over with! I can't imagine still being undecided at this point, anyway. If you're still undecided, the next few days probably won't help. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fykeylicious 1,099 Report post Posted November 4, 2016 (edited) Also, if anyone plans to stay up Tuesday we can check in occasionally on this thread to have a chitchat support group Edit to add: the more drinks I have the more entertaining I get Edited November 4, 2016 by fykeylicious 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoyaheel 1,864 Report post Posted November 4, 2016 (edited) We have early voting - my husband has voted already - but I decided I want to vote on election day this year. Polls open at 6:30 and I'm usually driving right by there at 7am on my way to work, so....Hoping the lines won't be too long. ETA I got my husband to vote for Democrats this year and I didn't even have to promise sexual favors!!! (we're usually a house divided- though as with most of my family, we're moderates on a lot of issues and agree, we just vote on different priorities) Edited November 4, 2016 by Hoyaheel 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MissuTam 85 Report post Posted November 4, 2016 Our family is divided. My mother and younger brother are supporting the Putin loving bully. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MissuTam 85 Report post Posted November 5, 2016 Rudy Giuliani Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hihomumio 168 Report post Posted November 5, 2016 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
branchop 319 Report post Posted November 5, 2016 I predict it will be over early. Remember we thought Obama/Romney would be a doozy and it was done by 10:30 EST. I think it will be the same - here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoyaheel 1,864 Report post Posted November 5, 2016 But Romney was reasonable and conceded. Trump is not reasonable, declares everything is rigged and has stated he won't accept a loss.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
