Blake Hampton Posted March 13 Posted March 13 24 minutes ago, Gregmal said: So yea, you’ll have to excuse the humor in it all, but sadly, so many of these otherwise capable folks, are just brained rotted and nothing they say on the subject even remotely matters anymore because it’s worthless, corrupted rubbish. It's the mirror again.
Gregmal Posted March 13 Posted March 13 2 minutes ago, Parsad said: Greg...wasn't the war in Ukraine supposed to be over in the first day according to Trump himself? Of course, he was being facetious...I think...but other than the southern border, his timelines have not been anywhere near accurate. Look at tariffs...look at the bombing of Iran a couple of months ago (nuclear capabilities obliterated)...look at releasing tax files...look at releasing Trump-Epstein files...how about 2020 election fraud (still zero proof into the 2nd year of the 2nd term)! Maybe he's genuinely trying to do things and trusting the wrong people to execute? But it's his name on the President's door and he's the one making the promises! Cheers! Sure a lot of that is fair. You know what though? With the exception of Reagan and Clinton, both of whom I was likely two young to really remember, every guy after has been way more bark than bite! Obama got the healthcare package passed and Trump got the 2017 tax cuts. Otherwise? Shouldn’t we be used to this shit? Shouldn’t we realize it ultimately doesn’t matter that much? And the thing is, we are used to it! Which again is why it’s just so strange seeing all these otherwise capable people, become raging lunatics, incessantly whining, nitpicking every single “he said” item out there, despite never really doing the same prior! Oh! And then you find out these geniuses voted for Biden and Kamala of all things!
Blake Hampton Posted March 13 Posted March 13 4 minutes ago, Gregmal said: Oh! And then you find out these geniuses voted for Biden and Kamala of all things! I would vote for a pile of literal dogshit before I'd ever vote for Trump.
Gregmal Posted March 13 Posted March 13 1 minute ago, Blake Hampton said: I would vote for a pile of literal dogshit before I'd ever vote for Trump. Man, so you dont invest, and prefer politicians that wanna raise taxes on everyone? How are you ever gonna retire? Especially since social security is gonna run out of money! Ooof.
cubsfan Posted March 13 Posted March 13 (edited) 1 hour ago, Malmqky said: Take Iran for example. Looks like a moderate success so far, although massive downside looms on the horizon. But, if things wrap up quickly, and the Iranian people take their country back (doubtful if we look at Iraq and Afghanistan), it's going to be a massive win for humanity, even if I don't think we should be involved in the Middle East. Imagine a nuclear neutered Iran - that neighbors need not fear anymore. And US deterrence is restored, after years of weakness under Biden/Obama. Some countries may actually start to feel safe again. Certainly, for Israel, it is worth the risk - but for the majority of the Middle East - it's unspoken, but highly desired. We are likely will see a renewed and expanded Abraham Accords - which of course, is why all this was started by Iran/Hamas a couple years ago. Iran & proxies have been massive losers in this fight, mainly by Israel, but assisted by the USA. It certainly looks like it's coming - as now it's a game of whack-a-mole - where NO military or army can conduct any kind of campaign against Israel or the West - except terrorism activities. I don't expect that to change, but when they are instantly wiped out in the process - the methodical degradation of their capabilities is gone. Much like the NAZI's or the fanatical Japanese - these guys are headed for a TOTAL humiliation. Israel/Trump called their bluff and we know who is going to win. You can characterize it as a "moderate" success, when in reality it is a stunning military success. The message it sends to China, Russian and remaining proxies is crucial. The military might was always unmistakable, the willing to use it was always in doubt. And losers like Biden/Obama put that doubt in the minds of our enemies. THAT is the greatness of Trump. He has left NO doubt that he means what he says. Edited March 13 by cubsfan
John Hjorth Posted March 13 Posted March 13 2 minutes ago, Gregmal said: Man, so you dont invest, and prefer politicians that wanna raise taxes on everyone? How are you ever gonna retire? Especially since social security is gonna run out of money! Ooof. Which reminds me how lucky I am being a Dane.
cubsfan Posted March 13 Posted March 13 3 minutes ago, John Hjorth said: Which reminds me how lucky I am being a Dane. You're very fortunate to live in a very wealthy country with 6M residents. It's vastly different when you have 330M and then try and absorb 20-30M impoverished and unvetted illegal immigrants. The USA made a huge mistake - but it will be corrected - and we will refocus on our citizens - as it should be.
Parsad Posted March 13 Posted March 13 31 minutes ago, Gregmal said: Sure a lot of that is fair. You know what though? With the exception of Reagan and Clinton, both of whom I was likely two young to really remember, every guy after has been way more bark than bite! Obama got the healthcare package passed and Trump got the 2017 tax cuts. Otherwise? Shouldn’t we be used to this shit? Shouldn’t we realize it ultimately doesn’t matter that much? And the thing is, we are used to it! Which again is why it’s just so strange seeing all these otherwise capable people, become raging lunatics, incessantly whining, nitpicking every single “he said” item out there, despite never really doing the same prior! Oh! And then you find out these geniuses voted for Biden and Kamala of all things! Sure...I agree with that! Politicians have certainly been less effective and disappointing historically than useful and efficient. But what does Buffett say...someday an idiot will run the company, so you want to make sure the business is a great one. So far, plenty of idiots haven't managed to blow up the country...the business is a good one...since they keep spending more and more to save their own butts! Sadly, even a great business can take on too much debt, and it doesn't matter who the last leader is if they end up lighting the debt bomb fuse! Cheers!
Blake Hampton Posted March 13 Posted March 13 6 minutes ago, Gregmal said: Man, so you dont invest, and prefer politicians that wanna raise taxes on everyone? How are you ever gonna retire? Especially since social security is gonna run out of money! Ooof. Maybe you misinterpret me Greg. I'm not a socialist. I think Gavin Newsom, as well as a lot of these other Democrat politicians, are some of the biggest goofballs on Earth. I mean Pritzker and Newsom at the top of the ticket? Those guys are both complete disasters! California and Illinois have some of the dumbest state policies and most poorly structured systems in the United States. Look at Illinois's pension situation. Look at California's energy problems. It's completely ridiculous. But I think Donald Trump is worse. He is vile in just about every way that's humanly possible. He is also a financial moron who has left bankrupt almost everything that he's ever touched. He's a corrupt liar who divides our nation in half, and creates an enormous amount of discord among the populace. His economic policies are almost all completely insane. He approaches real, important issues with the problem solving skills of a special needs monkey. I'll give you this: I strongly believe that Republicans have far better managed at the state level. I really do believe that. There's actually a really good NYT article that was posted the other day on it. Here it is: NYT: What Happens When One Party Monopolizes Competence? But the Republican Party at the national level is a complete fucking clown show. These people are almost all mindless conspiracy theorists, whose only point in life it seems is voting for tax cuts. The party of fiscal responsibility my ass. And Trump owns each and every single one of them. There's not a single original thought amongst those Congressmen outside of maybe Paul and Massie. Try and have a different view than our monkey-brained moron president? He comes after your ass with everything. And since the rich have an enormous pull on politics these days, Trump has accumulated a lot of money to work with. And this has been going on for some time. Now our Republican controlled Congress is full of nothing but spineless, useless, mentally disturbed sycophants. I think that a lot of our current problems stem from the fact that the rich have effectively weaponized government. And maybe some of you think that's okay because you've made some money from it. I'm sure this is a pretty rich board after all. But just you wait until the poor figure out how to weaponize government. These easily manipulated MAGA fools think a lot more like socialists than many think.
changegonnacome Posted March 13 Posted March 13 (edited) 42 minutes ago, cubsfan said: Israel/Trump called their bluff and we know who is going to win. If the regime in Tehran survives, which right now looks like the most likely outcome, Iran has won. Nobody wants to hear that but thats the reality here as we all know what Trump was reaching for - dont believe me go read his own truth social post announcing the operation - "For many years, you have asked for America's help. But you never got it. No president was willing to do what I am willing to do tonight. Now you have a president who is giving you what you want. So let's see how you respond. America is backing you with overwhelming strength and devastating force. Now is the time to seize control of your destiny, and to unleash the prosperous and glorious future that is close within your reach. This is the moment for action. Do not let it pass." The aim here was to bloody regime so its own people would overthrow it. I've heard every administration official in the recent days move the strategic aim goalpost to simply the degradation of their ability to project power which tells you a lot about the intelligence assessment of how the orginal strategic aim is going. Degradation will be a win with a small 'w' and the final bill (in terms of global economic damage done), well the invoice for that hasn'y arrived yet so not even sure the small win will be that great. Edited March 13 by changegonnacome
Blake Hampton Posted March 13 Posted March 13 Our country is in desperate need of moral and competent politicians. I unfortunately don't see this happening any time soon.
cubsfan Posted March 13 Posted March 13 10 minutes ago, changegonnacome said: If the regime in Tehran survives, which right now looks like the most likely outcome, Iran has won. Nobody wants to hear that but thats the reality here as we all know what Trump was reaching for - dont believe me go read his own truth social post announcing the operation - "For many years, you have asked for America's help. But you never got it. No president was willing to do what I am willing to do tonight. Now you have a president who is giving you what you want. So let's see how you respond. America is backing you with overwhelming strength and devastating force. Now is the time to seize control of your destiny, and to unleash the prosperous and glorious future that is close within your reach. This is the moment for action. Do not let it pass." The aim here was to bloody regime so its own people would overthrow it. I've heard every administration official in the recent days move the strategic aim goalpost to simply the degradation of their ability to project power which tells you a lot about the intelligence assessment of how the orginal strategic aim is going. Degradation will be a win with a small 'w' and the final bill (in terms of global economic damage done), well the invoice for that hasn'y arrived yet so not even sure the small win will be that great. Huh? How does the "regime" win when they can not defend themselves, let alone conduct offensive operations? No ability to knock down missiles, no Air Force, no Navy, offensive missiles gone, drone & missile manufacturing destroyed, top levels of Military dead, top levels of government dead, proxies in ruins. Oh, and I forgot the most important thing: nuclear capabilities set back years or perhaps decades. Only to be reminded: To surviving regime - should we see ANY more nuclear or military activities - you have a taste of what you are in for - look what we have done to you in 12 days. There is more where that came from. And if we wish - we will embargo ANY oil exports at ANY time, for as long as we like. To say that they have a chance to win - somehow you have to define winning. And it's not survival of the Regime - that is no longer a military or nuclear threat to the world. The only way these guys "win" is if a Biden-type idiot is re-elected in 2028 - and that's the ONLY way they win. But, alas, then they need to deal with Israel.
Mephistopheles Posted March 13 Posted March 13 I actually really like Trump, the man. No I wouldn't have daughter marry him, but it's clear that he's got a quality that few have - making the person he is in the room with feel like the most important person in the world. He's entertaining to watch and kind of hilarious. The ones that are unbearable are the syncophant/cultists. Those politicians who are prostituting themselves to curry favor with him...how embarrassing. The funny thing is that Trump can't stand them either. He respects those who are willing to stand up to him. This is why he likes Nancy Pelosi and Gavin Newsom. In case you don't know what this is referencing, look up Fleischer shoes
RichardGibbons Posted March 13 Posted March 13 1 hour ago, Blake Hampton said: I would vote for a pile of literal dogshit before I'd ever vote for Trump. Darn, I really want to add a poll to this thread asking who everyone would prefer to run the country for this four-year term: DJT, Kamala, or a pile of literal dogshit. But I don't think it's possible. I have a feeling I know what the most popular response would be.
Blake Hampton Posted March 13 Posted March 13 Here's the face of the mentally stable prosecutor currently going after Powell: This very stupid lady has no idea of the fire that she is playing with. She was appointed by none other than Donald Trump.
cubsfan Posted March 13 Posted March 13 23 minutes ago, RichardGibbons said: Darn, I really want to add a poll to this thread asking who everyone would prefer to run the country for this four-year term: DJT, Kamala, or a pile of literal dogshit. But I don't think it's possible. I have a feeling I know what the most popular response would be. On this board, the vote is known. Fortunately Americans have the vote that counts.
73 Reds Posted March 13 Posted March 13 2 hours ago, Gregmal said: That’s really the issue it comes down to. So many of these folks are just deranged and purely incapable of having any sort of relational thought, let alone properly communicated conversation, about anything tangentially related to Trump. What’s worse, is that because the sphere of Trump is so large, this permeates into way more than it should. This is why we get shit like “forever war” declarations three days in, even though he plainly states out of the gate it’ll be “about 4 weeks”(next up of course is these mongrels eagerly awaiting the 29th calendar day to rage about “LIES” lol)….or brandishing both stupidity and ignorance moaning about Kash flying private even though anyone really concerned or paying attention to this stuff should know that it is a congressional mandate and the LAW for him to fly private. I mean heck, even the “Trumps mentioned a billion times in the Epstein files” cry is very easily debunked by details explaining that the substantial majority of them are from the past decade and relate to gossip about him being POTUS….but they like to stick with “their versions”…just like if we pullback up the term 1 thread, how many folks were DEAD certain Trump’s collusion with Russia was “about to be exposed any day now”! So yea, you’ll have to excuse the humor in it all, but sadly, so many of these otherwise capable folks, are just brained rotted and nothing they say on the subject even remotely matters anymore because it’s worthless, corrupted rubbish. Some can't even admit the obvious: Trump is one of the most successful Americans in history. When you combine billionaire status, twice-elected US President, world-famous brand name and an educated, productive family there are few people in history with that degree of success, which by its very virtue generates a large and boisterous peanut gallery.
John Hjorth Posted March 13 Posted March 13 27 minutes ago, Mephistopheles said: ... In case you don't know what this is referencing, look up Fleischer shoes. Haha! - Great post, @Mephistopheles!
John Hjorth Posted March 13 Posted March 13 (edited) 12 minutes ago, cubsfan said: On this board, the vote is known. Fortunately Americans have the vote that counts. Agreed. So be it. It naturally has to be so. US politics is a matter for US citizens, only, with regard to votes. Edited March 13 by John Hjorth
cubsfan Posted March 13 Posted March 13 23 minutes ago, Blake Hampton said: Here's the face of the mentally stable prosecutor currently going after Powell: This very stupid lady has no idea of the fire that she is playing with. She was appointed by none other than Donald Trump. Poor Jeanine - has to deal with the rigged system in the DC swamp. I admire her tenacity in the face of corrupt ass-holes like Judge Boasberg. She definitely has guts.
John Hjorth Posted March 13 Posted March 13 3 hours ago, cubsfan said: You're very fortunate to live in a very wealthy country with 6M residents. ... Thanks Mike [ @cubsfan ], Yes, It's true. And I'm truly grateful for that. The Lady of the House, too, I know.
ourkid8 Posted March 13 Posted March 13 (edited) 6 hours ago, Malmqky said: Take Iran for example. Looks like a moderate success so far, although massive downside looms on the horizon. But, if things wrap up quickly, and the Iranian people take their country back (doubtful if we look at Iraq and Afghanistan), it's going to be a massive win for humanity, even if I don't think we should be involved in the Middle East. I think you are watching and reading too much Zionist / American news! The people are taking it back as millions of Iranians took to the streets across Iran for annual Al-Quds Day rallies on March 13, 2026, demonstrating solidarity with Palestinians and opposing Israel and the United States. Despite ongoing conflict and security risks, large crowds, including officials, gathered in Tehran and other provinces to mark the event established in 1979. A few of the government officials were President Masoud Pezeshkian, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, and Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani. Please see pictures of all the other dignitaries who are marching with the millions of people in solidarity! Edited March 13 by ourkid8
Spekulatius Posted March 13 Posted March 13 (edited) 7 hours ago, Xerxes said: Btw I have no doubt that tourism will come back .. it always does. The effect I think is more trade and capital investment. For instance the aspiration to turn into a AI hub. Things like that. Emirates Airline may not be a long haul network of first choice. Other hubs like Bangalore, Istanbul and other major airport will pick up long haul traffic, that has been so over concentrated in the Gulf region. A rebalancing. Istanbul can’t be a long haul airplane hub, that airport is such a mess. They also had security incidences on their own about a decade ago. I happened to fly there a couple of weeks after a bomb went off. The Gulf states like UAE will take damage due to image loss. they seemed like emerging western tax havens and all of a sudden they became the front line again. Edited March 13 by Spekulatius
backtothebeach Posted March 14 Posted March 14 18 minutes ago, Spekulatius said: Istanbul can’t be a long haul airplane hub, that airport is such a mess. Really? You mean the new airport (IST), or the old Ataturk airport?
Xerxes Posted March 14 Posted March 14 22 minutes ago, Spekulatius said: Istanbul can’t be a long haul airplane hub, that airport is such a mess. They also had security incidences on their own about a decade ago. I happened to fly there a couple of weeks after a bomb went off. The Gulf states like UAE will take damage due to image loss. they seemed like emerging western tax havens and all of a sudden they became the front line again. Maybe you went to the old airport. I did use that as well the new airport is going to be massive. been around for 5 years I think and aiming for a 200 million capacity in its expansion up from 90 million as far as I know Turkish Airline can be a good network alternative to the Gulf Region
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