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[NickFire]

I am not anti-Trump but some of this stuff is too much. Come on Mr. President there are real men and women putting their lives on the line under your command.

 

[Forsete]

Iran war not a war.


I have heard that before.

Anyway.. Ukraine is defeated... or did Ukraine morph into Iran in this dialogue?


Multiple 4D chess moves here in real time.

 

[Sybrix]

I am not anti-Trump but some of this stuff is too much. Come on Mr. President there are real men and women putting their lives on the line under your command.

I'm same as you, i'm not anti-Trump, i actually quite liked him in his first term and at the start of this one, but this Iran shit is just crazy. Not helped that he's surrounded by fucking meat heads, Pete Hegseth is a complete moron, his press conferences are the ramblings of some kids who likes to play Army. It's almost comical if it wernt real lifes being impacted by the incompetence.

It's so evident that there is no plan to any of this, Trump backs down on his threats all the fucking time.

I'd rather he blow the shit out of Iran, just fucking do it instead of bailing out all the time, TACO TACO TACO is so accurate.

As of right now, he's standing on the neck of the world economy. For whos benefit? What are the long term plans to warrent the current problems?

Iran ain't backing down, they won't surrender.

Japan in WW2 wouldnt have surrendered, their population followed and obeyed their Emperors like they were gods, the population would die for them.

Same shit in Iran, a huge part of the population are willing to die to protect the regime, they view it as their god given duty to be martyrs. The only way Trump wins is completely decimating Iran, which ain't gonna happen. TACO.

 

[Biff]

Does UAE know something we don't yet?

 

[adamsapple]

Does UAE know something we don't yet?

Tbh I'm surprised they're issuing a travel ban *now*. As in this late.

 

[Clear]

Iran war not a war.


I have heard that before.

In this case, its actually appropriate though. Because there isn't much in the way of direct hostilities.

C'mon, while it is an easy criticism the situations are almost completely opposite. The Russian goal was to annex and occupy Ukraine, it was about territorial gain. Which is why they quickly resorted to mass conscription and sending soldiers to the front-lines, whereas with this operation the US has gone to extreme lengths to minimize losses to their servicemen.

Its also worth mentioning that while the US/Israeli action may have provoked the Iranians into closing the strait, its something that was always in their power should they have deemed it necessary in the event of war. And lets face facts, the IRGC have never been about increasing peace and stability in their sphere of influence!

To me its just shown how perilously dependent we've allowed ourselves to become on staying in the good graces of one of the most unhinged regimes on the planet.

Seriously, given Iranian foreign policy has been based for years on empowering fanatical Islamist groups to act as proxies for their interests, are you really confident that even if Iran itself wouldn't openly deploy nuclear weapons they wouldn't grant one of those groups the ultimate martyrdom weapon ?

 

[Ecotic]

Does UAE know something we don't yet?

Maybe? This was heavily reported on today, but who knows how reliable the sources are.

 

[Bojji]

Maybe? This was heavily reported on today, but who knows how reliable the sources are.

Amazing...

 

[Meicyn]

 

[IlGialloMondadori]

Take notes everyone! THIS is masterful diplomacy.

On another note, I think Trump is a freakin' genius. He once said, he doesn't believe in democracy. He's doing gods work, because by acting like an insane, narcissist, senile, sociopathic asshole, he totally proves his point: If a pathetic (though very dangerous) wanna-be dictator ike him can be elected by millions of people legally, then there must be something wrong with democracy, don't you think?

Only a genius could pass this test three times. Person, woman, man, camera, tv

 

[EviLore]

POTUS ain't what it used to be.

Article:

George Washington to Henry Knox, 1 April 1789

To Henry Knox

Mount Vernon April 1st 1789

My dear Sir,
The Mail of the 30th brought me your favor of the 23d—For which, & the regular information you have had the goodness to transmit of the state of things in New York, I feel myself very much obliged, and thank you accordingly.

I feel for those Members of the new Congress, who, hitherto, have given an unavailing attendance at the theatre of business. For myself, the delay may be compared to a reprieve; for in confidence I can assure you—with the world it would obtain little credit—that my movements to the chair of Government will be accompanied with feelings not unlike those of a culprit who is going to the place of his execution: so unwilling am I, in the evening of a life nearly consumed in public cares, to quit a peaceful abode for an Ocean of difficulties, without that competency of political skill—abilities & inclination which is necessary to manage the helm. I am sensible, that I am embarking the voice of my Countrymen1 and a good name of my own, on this voyage, but what returns will be made for them—Heaven alone can foretell. Integrity & firmness is all I can promise—these, be the voyage long or short; never shall forsake me although I may be deserted by all men. For of the consolations which are to be derived from these (under any circumstances) the world cannot deprive me. With best wishes for Mrs Knox, & sincere friendship for yourself—I remain Your affectionate

 

[Hero of Spielberg]

POTUS ain't what it used to be.

Article:

George Washington to Henry Knox, 1 April 1789

To Henry Knox

Mount Vernon April 1st 1789

My dear Sir,
The Mail of the 30th brought me your favor of the 23d—For which, & the regular information you have had the goodness to transmit of the state of things in New York, I feel myself very much obliged, and thank you accordingly.

I feel for those Members of the new Congress, who, hitherto, have given an unavailing attendance at the theatre of business. For myself, the delay may be compared to a reprieve; for in confidence I can assure you—with the world it would obtain little credit—that my movements to the chair of Government will be accompanied with feelings not unlike those of a culprit who is going to the place of his execution: so unwilling am I, in the evening of a life nearly consumed in public cares, to quit a peaceful abode for an Ocean of difficulties, without that competency of political skill—abilities & inclination which is necessary to manage the helm. I am sensible, that I am embarking the voice of my Countrymen1 and a good name of my own, on this voyage, but what returns will be made for them—Heaven alone can foretell. Integrity & firmness is all I can promise—these, be the voyage long or short; never shall forsake me although I may be deserted by all men. For of the consolations which are to be derived from these (under any circumstances) the world cannot deprive me. With best wishes for Mrs Knox, & sincere friendship for yourself—I remain Your affectionate

I miss the days when I thought that the role of the POTUS (or any other head of nation for that matter) was one of honour and duty. Sadly people in power like George Washington are few and far between in history.

 

[Smiggs]

I miss the days when I thought that the role of the POTUS (or any other head of nation for that matter) was one of honour and duty. Sadly people in power like George Washington are few and far between in history.

It's a saying as old as time; the best leaders are usually the ones that are forced in to their position and didn't want it to begin with. Those that actively seek power usually do it under the guise of the betterment of everyone, but is usually only for their own personal benefit.

 

[PonyStation4]

POTUS ain't what it used to be.

Article:

George Washington to Henry Knox, 1 April 1789

To Henry Knox

Mount Vernon April 1st 1789

My dear Sir,
The Mail of the 30th brought me your favor of the 23d—For which, & the regular information you have had the goodness to transmit of the state of things in New York, I feel myself very much obliged, and thank you accordingly.

I feel for those Members of the new Congress, who, hitherto, have given an unavailing attendance at the theatre of business. For myself, the delay may be compared to a reprieve; for in confidence I can assure you—with the world it would obtain little credit—that my movements to the chair of Government will be accompanied with feelings not unlike those of a culprit who is going to the place of his execution: so unwilling am I, in the evening of a life nearly consumed in public cares, to quit a peaceful abode for an Ocean of difficulties, without that competency of political skill—abilities & inclination which is necessary to manage the helm. I am sensible, that I am embarking the voice of my Countrymen1 and a good name of my own, on this voyage, but what returns will be made for them—Heaven alone can foretell. Integrity & firmness is all I can promise—these, be the voyage long or short; never shall forsake me although I may be deserted by all men. For of the consolations which are to be derived from these (under any circumstances) the world cannot deprive me. With best wishes for Mrs Knox, & sincere friendship for yourself—I remain Your affectionate

Em dash? Sad to see the POTUS was using AI even in 1789.

 

[Vestal]

20 cent jump over night for gas here in CFL.

4.19->4.39

Well on our way to break the June 22 record.

Our debt now exceeds our GDP.

Dumbest fucking timeline.

 

[Smiggs]

20 cent jump over night for gas here in CFL.

4.19->4.39

Well on our way to break the June 22 record.

Our debt now exceeds our GDP.

Dumbest fucking timeline.

We jumped from $3.50ish in northern indiana from the end of last week to $5 nearly everywhere a couple days ago.

...oh, that's right. Another refinery accidently went down at the worst possible time, again.