okay you know what, I at one point was giving McBride the benefit of the doubt. but at this point she's clearly just the Democrat version of Caitlyn Jenner
It is *possible* that McBride heard from enough of her constituents in favor of the resolution so that is reason behind her vote. Probably being overly generous in that regard.
it's possible, but even if that were the case, I don't think it makes it much better. she should have principles of her own, if she's just doing whatever she thinks will win the most political points then she's... well, the same as basically every other Democrat in power lol
“Your representative owes you, not his industry only, but his judgment; and he betrays instead of serving you if he sacrifices it to your opinion.” Edmund Burke (1729-1797).
When Kirk was killed, I immediately decided not to say anything. Sometimes if you have nothing nice to say, say nothing. A few of my conservative friends posted how much they liked him and I bit my tongue. Then the attacks came on anyone who criticized him, even people who condemned his murder, I had to speak up about it. They are doing all they can to turn Kirk into a martyr murdered by the left.
he technically is a martyr, by definition. he was murdered for his beliefs.
I don’t believe he was martyred by the Left. it was one asshole, that’s it. the people celebrating it are abhorrent, scary, and are creating the impression that the Left owns this and that more people are deserving of the same fate.
Trump and his administration’s response to this culminating in Kimmel’s removal from the air have been equally abhorrent and scary, but not at all surprising unfortunately.
you care too much about other people having a change of heart. you can only change your own.
McBride would get that. She would visit Kirk in the hospital had he survived. How he responded to that would be his responsibility. "
None of which has anything to do with this, your response has no relevance or anything of reality to it. This is about -- since you have forgotten -- praising and endorsing Kirk for what he has done.
Dems aren't even willing to stand up for what's right when there are no consequences for doing so. What will they do when it requires actual risk or sacrifice?
If I were in Sarah McBride's position, I would have voted "present." Just be fucking NEUTRAL. Don't honor this person. Nor dishonor him. Nor NOT engage and simply not vote. No, be there, be present, and make it a proud point: "Mr. Speaker, as you know, I have been relentlessly slandered by the person we are honoring today. However, I am better than he was and so I shall vote "present" and simply bear witness to this gushing display of affection."
I love and appreciate all the work you do thank you so much. One slight correction is that Jimmy Kimmel did not talk about Charlie Kirk. He spoke about Maga‘s disgusting behavior. We need to be careful not to even subtly use their lies.
Oops, that's correct. sorry, was thinking of the senate. However, why would anyone vote for it at all, I have no idea. You're right, a lot of democrats are fighting, AOC as an example. But there leadership needs to readjust there thinking, Republicans are not your friends, they are not to be trusted.
That is absolutely disgusting and unforgivable. The killing was a horrific act. Political assassination undermines our democracy. At the same time, Kirk was a racist, an anti-trans and anti-gay bigot and a proponent of Bible-based sexism and subordination of women. He does not deserve to be honored and should not be turned into a martyr.
Why is Sarah McBride suooporting so many bills that harm the trans community? What happened to the courage she showed when on the Delaware legislature? I have met her several years ago at the NY State Fair. I was impressed and hopeful. Why is she betraying us? I tried to find her official email address. It is hidden from those not in her district. She needs to be held accountable.
McBride was never going to save us, but she’s still a disappointment. I’m even more surprised that my genocidal rep voted “nay.” Maybe we aren’t quite cooked yet.
Well according to Netanyahu, Kirk was a "great man" who was a "once in a century talent." I'm not sure what century, but hey if Netanyahu said it it must be true. Excuse me while I go vomit.
Shocking to say the least. I have defended Sarah McBride against some of Erin’s articles, but I can't on this one. Disgusting behavior and there is no excuse.
I don't agree with a Congressional resolution for the late Kirk, but I will simply add that Axios did report that yesterday (Thursday) morning, Dems met privately and some apparently expressed fear of being subjected to threats of or actual violence toward their person if they did not vote for the resolution -- part of feeling "set up" by Republicans. On another topic, I haven't read it myself, yet, but I am told that Ta-Nehisi Coates wrote a good piece about the sanitization of Kirk if anyone has access to Vanity Fair.
Plan ahead! That's what I'm starting to focus on for my family. A "go bag" seems like a smart idea to have on hand for extreme weather or fascist events, for example. :-)
It makes me sick that McBride supported it, but the maggot cult was probably all set to make a big deal about her voting any other way given how they’ve spun this right wing violence into a crusade against trans people…again
The difference is simple- Limbaugh was taken out by his own self-destructive habits; Kirk was felled by someone else's bullet. They didn't care as much about Limbaugh because they couldn't use him as a martyr.
okay you know what, I at one point was giving McBride the benefit of the doubt. but at this point she's clearly just the Democrat version of Caitlyn Jenner
Yeah, what's the point of her being there if she's not going to stand up for her own rights.
It is *possible* that McBride heard from enough of her constituents in favor of the resolution so that is reason behind her vote. Probably being overly generous in that regard.
it's possible, but even if that were the case, I don't think it makes it much better. she should have principles of her own, if she's just doing whatever she thinks will win the most political points then she's... well, the same as basically every other Democrat in power lol
“Your representative owes you, not his industry only, but his judgment; and he betrays instead of serving you if he sacrifices it to your opinion.” Edmund Burke (1729-1797).
It’s what we used to call “class”.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-history/id1790502779?i=1000727171095
When Kirk was killed, I immediately decided not to say anything. Sometimes if you have nothing nice to say, say nothing. A few of my conservative friends posted how much they liked him and I bit my tongue. Then the attacks came on anyone who criticized him, even people who condemned his murder, I had to speak up about it. They are doing all they can to turn Kirk into a martyr murdered by the left.
he technically is a martyr, by definition. he was murdered for his beliefs.
I don’t believe he was martyred by the Left. it was one asshole, that’s it. the people celebrating it are abhorrent, scary, and are creating the impression that the Left owns this and that more people are deserving of the same fate.
Trump and his administration’s response to this culminating in Kimmel’s removal from the air have been equally abhorrent and scary, but not at all surprising unfortunately.
No. And this has nothing to do with that.
What evidence do you have that Kirk whether before or having lived through being shot, would have had any change of heart?
This has everything to do with that.
you care too much about other people having a change of heart. you can only change your own.
McBride would get that. She would visit Kirk in the hospital had he survived. How he responded to that would be his responsibility.
"This has everything to do with that.
you care too much about other people having a change of heart. you can only change your own.
McBride would get that. She would visit Kirk in the hospital had he survived. How he responded to that would be his responsibility. "
None of which has anything to do with this, your response has no relevance or anything of reality to it. This is about -- since you have forgotten -- praising and endorsing Kirk for what he has done.
And McBride should not have done it.
maybe you can’t see the forest for the trees.
the only thing that resonates with you is grievance and retribution.
OK, go with God.
Oh get over yourself! McBride accomplished nothing good by signing on to the idea Kirk was uncomplicatedly a wonderfully good human being.
What legacy? Hatred, bigotry, homophobia, racism , misogyny and every other mean reprehensible way to beat down vulnerable people?
Dems aren't even willing to stand up for what's right when there are no consequences for doing so. What will they do when it requires actual risk or sacrifice?
I think the answer is in your question...
Some recent thoughts of mine about that risk - this is where we should be.
https://jaynasheats.substack.com/p/resistance-is-not-futile
If I were in Sarah McBride's position, I would have voted "present." Just be fucking NEUTRAL. Don't honor this person. Nor dishonor him. Nor NOT engage and simply not vote. No, be there, be present, and make it a proud point: "Mr. Speaker, as you know, I have been relentlessly slandered by the person we are honoring today. However, I am better than he was and so I shall vote "present" and simply bear witness to this gushing display of affection."
I love and appreciate all the work you do thank you so much. One slight correction is that Jimmy Kimmel did not talk about Charlie Kirk. He spoke about Maga‘s disgusting behavior. We need to be careful not to even subtly use their lies.
Adjusted, though it was a comment about Kirk, you're right that it was more about his fans.
Thank you Erin
She is such a disappointment, as are all the democrats
Most dems actually did not vote for it!
Oops, that's correct. sorry, was thinking of the senate. However, why would anyone vote for it at all, I have no idea. You're right, a lot of democrats are fighting, AOC as an example. But there leadership needs to readjust there thinking, Republicans are not your friends, they are not to be trusted.
Yet McBride did. How pathetic.
That is absolutely disgusting and unforgivable. The killing was a horrific act. Political assassination undermines our democracy. At the same time, Kirk was a racist, an anti-trans and anti-gay bigot and a proponent of Bible-based sexism and subordination of women. He does not deserve to be honored and should not be turned into a martyr.
Why is Sarah McBride suooporting so many bills that harm the trans community? What happened to the courage she showed when on the Delaware legislature? I have met her several years ago at the NY State Fair. I was impressed and hopeful. Why is she betraying us? I tried to find her official email address. It is hidden from those not in her district. She needs to be held accountable.
McBride was never going to save us, but she’s still a disappointment. I’m even more surprised that my genocidal rep voted “nay.” Maybe we aren’t quite cooked yet.
Well according to Netanyahu, Kirk was a "great man" who was a "once in a century talent." I'm not sure what century, but hey if Netanyahu said it it must be true. Excuse me while I go vomit.
Right behind you; I'll bring the barf bags.
Shocking to say the least. I have defended Sarah McBride against some of Erin’s articles, but I can't on this one. Disgusting behavior and there is no excuse.
So disappointing they are as bad as the republicans afraid of being honest no wonder there ratings are so bad
It’s like we live in the Twilight Zone. Nothing makes sense anymore 😢
I don't agree with a Congressional resolution for the late Kirk, but I will simply add that Axios did report that yesterday (Thursday) morning, Dems met privately and some apparently expressed fear of being subjected to threats of or actual violence toward their person if they did not vote for the resolution -- part of feeling "set up" by Republicans. On another topic, I haven't read it myself, yet, but I am told that Ta-Nehisi Coates wrote a good piece about the sanitization of Kirk if anyone has access to Vanity Fair.
Bunch of pussees … 🤬
The threats have been coming in since before Kirk assassination. I have these thoughts about where we are today:
https://jaynasheats.substack.com/p/resistance-is-not-futile
Plan ahead! That's what I'm starting to focus on for my family. A "go bag" seems like a smart idea to have on hand for extreme weather or fascist events, for example. :-)
It makes me sick that McBride supported it, but the maggot cult was probably all set to make a big deal about her voting any other way given how they’ve spun this right wing violence into a crusade against trans people…again
Was the legacy of Limbaugh celebrated
by the gov? No I certainly don’t recall that.
There's no statute of limitations on that. Don't give them any ideas.
He received a Medal of Freedom from Trump...
Well… yeah but not the big hoopla we are experiencing now… people losing jobs, tv “specials” and more
The difference is simple- Limbaugh was taken out by his own self-destructive habits; Kirk was felled by someone else's bullet. They didn't care as much about Limbaugh because they couldn't use him as a martyr.