posted by jmog

So the Rs passed it as well by an overwhelming majority, yet you try to pass if off that Rs don’t care about baby formula by posting that BS picture which was about a vote for funding for the FDA.

Come on, that’s some bull shit and you know it. 

You are just as bad as QO, just the other side. 

Flagrant 2

posted by kizer permanente

 I posted it just bc of icl comment about how the right “cares about baby formula shortage”.. well..except for the MAGAts I guess. 

We also have the same people on this thread complaining how long it takes the FDA to address Abbotts plant closure try to justify voting to not give the FDA money for resources.  But… irony has never been lost on you, I guess. 

If they had the resources to shut it down; they have the resources to open it up.  None of this is rocket science.  

posted by kizer permanente

Like_that also fits the jmog mould of vehemently claiming they’re not Republican, but defend them at all costs. And only attack the left.  Both like to take jabs at p-town when he claims he’s centric and not left.  

But.. again… it’s the irony for me. 

I can tell my post struck a nerve, because it's painfully obvious that you found the photo posted as a gotcha to Republicans, and you didn't even look into it. 

Where have I ever said I don't lean right?  I don't try to pretend I'm someone I am not.  This is why we give ptown shit, when he claims he is moderate, but even his "conservative" beliefs are not even conservative.  I will say I haven't voted for a Republican since Romney, and I regret that decision.   That's the truth, and I am not insecure enough to try and hide something.  If I was a registered republican and voted down party line I wouldn't be afraid to post about it on an anonymous forum lmao. That's not to say I wouldn't vote for one. I would vote for a Republican if his/her stance on most issues lined up with mine, but so far the GOP only has a small handful for me.  

In this same thread I called out Republicans for spending out of their asses, so I am not sure where you are claiming that I go out of my way to defend them.  What I will call out is inconsistency of logic and faux outrage, which I see a lot.   I will remain principled, but I can't say the same for you. 

posted by like_that

I can tell my post struck a nerve, because it's painfully obvious that you found the photo posted as a gotcha to Republicans, and you didn't even look into it. 

Where have I ever said I don't lean right?  I don't try to pretend I'm someone I am not.  This is why we give ptown shit, when he claims he is moderate, but even his "conservative" beliefs are not even conservative.  I will say I haven't voted for a Republican since Romney, and I regret that decision.   That's the truth, and I am not insecure enough to try and hide something.  If I was a registered republican and voted down party line I wouldn't be afraid to post about it on an anonymous forum lmao. That's not to say I wouldn't vote for one. I would vote for a Republican if his/her stance on most issues lined up with mine, but so far the GOP only has a small handful for me.  

In this same thread I called out Republicans for spending out of their asses, so I am not sure where you are claiming that I go out of my way to defend them.  What I will call out is inconsistency of logic and faux outrage, which I see a lot.   I will remain principled, but I can't say the same for you. 

Good to know you are the gate keeper of what is considered conservative views. 

I'd say people that usually tout they are principled in their views rarely if ever compromise or see the faults in their worldview 

Bear market.  

8th consecutive DOWN week, which has not happened since 1932. 

Take care. 

posted by QuakerOats

Bear market.  

8th consecutive DOWN week, which has not happened since 1932. 

Take care. 

Still above 31k and above where it was when Trump left office.

Have a great weekend. 

posted by ptown_trojans_1

above where it was when Trump left office.

Speaking of wasteful spending....flying the Ukraine bill to SK for Biden's signature.

Nevermind it's probably 50X the cost of fedex or UPS, it might not even be necessary:

https://edition.cnn.com/2022/05/20/politics/ukraine-bill-flown-to-south-korea-explainer/index.html

Supposedly going with someone already traveling there for official duties.  Whatever - all about tanking approval ratings and needing the photo op.

posted by ptown_trojans_1

Still above 31k and above where it was when Trump left office.

Have a great weekend. 

Down 15% from the 52 week high.  Nasdaq down 30% from the 52 week high.   Disastrous. 

Worse yet, there will be no change in the policies that brought us this collapse, so there is no hope for recovery. 

Enjoy. 

posted by QuakerOats

Down 15% from the 52 week high.  Nasdaq down 30% from the 52 week high.   Disastrous. 

Worse yet, there will be no change in the policies that brought us this collapse, so there is no hope for recovery. 

Enjoy. 

I guess we all go find a bridge then.  

Here's a recent history of bear markets (investors don't pay attention to the Dow - the S&P 500 is the "market").

https://www.foxbusiness.com/markets/history-of-bear-markets-since-1929

1973: 21 months, -48%

1980: 20 months, -27%

1987: 3 months, -34%

2000: 31 months, -49%

2007: 17 months, -57%

And there are other recessions that probably weren't as long or as painful.  But looking at the fundamentals, along with inflation not seen since the 70's....-40% seems optimistic.  Already in bear territory, and a recession in the next 12 months I could definitely see another 20% drop, easily.

Lol

Rebuilding America with union labor is smart for business.

Why? When union workers are on the job, projects are completed efficiently and professionally, and they ultimately save money.

— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) May 22, 2022

posted by iclfan2

Lol

Rebuilding America with union labor is smart for business.

Why? When union workers are on the job, projects are completed efficiently and professionally, and they ultimately save money.

— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) May 22, 2022

I still remember a time I was in Chicago and city workers were planting a tree.  No joke, 8 guys were standing around watching 1 guy dig a hole.

"Biden refers to the skyrocketing gas prices as an “incredible transition.” They’re saying the quiet part out loud now. They’re causing you pain at the pump because it’s all part of their radical agenda."

https://www.foxnews.com/politics/president-biden-incredible-transition-high-gas-prices

posted by QuakerOats

"Biden refers to the skyrocketing gas prices as an “incredible transition.” They’re saying the quiet part out loud now. They’re causing you pain at the pump because it’s all part of their radical agenda."

https://www.foxnews.com/politics/president-biden-incredible-transition-high-gas-prices

The Biden Grift must not have any play in the oil industry,  thats why they are killing it.

Just be ready for $6.20 gas by Augu

posted by sportchampps

Just be ready for $6.20 gas by Augu

I gotta drive to Northern Minnesota in August. Shut your mouth.

posted by QuakerOats

"Biden refers to the skyrocketing gas prices as an “incredible transition.” They’re saying the quiet part out loud now. They’re causing you pain at the pump because it’s all part of their radical agenda."

https://www.foxnews.com/politics/president-biden-incredible-transition-high-gas-prices

I bet this went over really well with vulnerable Dems running for re-election.

But, you know, Joe is as sharp as ever!

Kamala Harris lost another senior adviser today.  She's giving Trump a real run for his money.  Except as VP there's not nearly the same pressure on her people, so she's probably even worse.

posted by gut

I still remember a time I was in Chicago and city workers were planting a tree.  No joke, 8 guys were standing around watching 1 guy dig a hole.

When I was in my late teens/early 20's I trained at a bodybuilding gym owned by Mr Eastern USA in NE Ohio. His wife was cheating on him and the wife of the guy who she was cheating with secretly videotaped them and sent it to this dude, who was a roid monster (saw him feed a live kitten to a rottweiler, asshole). Dude lost his shit, shot up her place of work with a semi-automatic and held the SWAT team at bay for three days in his house. They came in and confiscated 25+ auto & semi-automatics.

Fast forward to the union part....he was union member at Ford. They sent him to a psych facility for 6 months, he got out, went back to Ford, got a $5/hr raise for his "job"....sweeping a 10 x 10 space with a broom all day. If anyone else were to sweep in his area they'd be violating union rules.

The funny part? She cheated on him AGAIN and him and his son did it again.

Yeah, unions "smart for business..." right

posted by BR1986FB

When I was in my late teens/early 20's I trained at a bodybuilding gym owned by Mr Eastern USA in NE Ohio. His wife was cheating on him and the wife of the guy who she was cheating with secretly videotaped them and sent it to this dude, who was a roid monster (saw him feed a live kitten to a rottweiler, asshole). Dude lost his shit, shot up her place of work with a semi-automatic and held the SWAT team at bay for three days in his house. They came in and confiscated 25+ auto & semi-automatics.

Fast forward to the union part....he was union member at Ford. They sent him to a psych facility for 6 months, he got out, went back to Ford, got a $5/hr raise for his "job"....sweeping a 10 x 10 space with a broom all day. If anyone else were to sweep in his area they'd be violating union rules.

The funny part? She cheated on him AGAIN and him and his son did it again.

Yeah, unions "smart for business..." right

posted by BR1986FB

When I was in my late teens/early 20's I trained at a bodybuilding gym owned by Mr Eastern USA in NE Ohio. His wife was cheating on him and the wife of the guy who she was cheating with secretly videotaped them and sent it to this dude, who was a roid monster (saw him feed a live kitten to a rottweiler, asshole). Dude lost his shit, shot up her place of work with a semi-automatic and held the SWAT team at bay for three days in his house. They came in and confiscated 25+ auto & semi-automatics.

Fast forward to the union part....he was union member at Ford. They sent him to a psych facility for 6 months, he got out, went back to Ford, got a $5/hr raise for his "job"....sweeping a 10 x 10 space with a broom all day. If anyone else were to sweep in his area they'd be violating union rules.

The funny part? She cheated on him AGAIN and him and his son did it again.

Yeah, unions "smart for business..." right

This is the most anecdotal story denouncing unions I've ever heard.  If the guy was Irish, you  could have similarly ended with "fucking Irish".

Fuck Beto.

It's REALLY hard to be a bigger asshole than Trump.

posted by gut

Fuck Beto.

It's REALLY hard to be a bigger asshole than Trump.

Look, when you've been rejected both by your state (against fucking Cruz, no less) and by the nation's D voters, you have to do SOMETHING to at least pretend you have relevancy.

posted by Heretic

Look, when you've been rejected both by your state (against fucking Cruz, no less) and by the nation's D voters, you have to do SOMETHING to at least pretend you have relevancy.

He's exactly like what I expect this one millennial dumbass (checked EVERY box of negative stereotypes) I worked with to be when he's 50.