Lexx Posted January 8 Posted January 8 lol @ everyone who voted for Trump because he will bring peace over there. Peace through war, I guess. "only when you no-life you can exist forever, because what does not live cannot die."
uuuhhii Posted January 8 Posted January 8 there wouldn't be peace but usa will start much less conflict once they collapse like uk did new president will certainly accelerate that
BruceVC Posted January 8 Posted January 8 2 hours ago, Lexx said: lol @ everyone who voted for Trump because he will bring peace over there. Peace through war, I guess. Im not sure why people believed that because it doesnt reflect the reality of the ME especially since 7 October and Trumps support of Israel and what Netanyahu considers is necessary to secure Israel from another attack There is as inaccurate view that Trump wont commit the US to any wars but there are certain geopolitical events the US has no control over but will get involved because of alliances But this particular " deadline commitment " from Trump is silly because what more can you do to release the hostages? Hamas has demonstrated " to the last Palestinian " so I dont see how the US getting involved will change that. You cant bomb the rest of Gaza to the ground because then you will kill the remaining hostages? Iran has some influence with Hamas but how much would they have around releasing the hostages? "Abashed the devil stood and felt how awful goodness is and saw Virtue in her shape how lovely: and pined his loss” John Milton "We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” - George Bernard Shaw "What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead" - Nelson Mandela
Zoraptor Posted January 8 Posted January 8 Panama should petition to join NATO to protect itself from its expansionist near neighbour. So should Denmark and Canada for that matter. It'd be hilarious, if Trump wasn't soon to be the most powerful man in the world. The Democrats managing to put up candidates that lost to Trump, twice, should be recognised as the monumental achievement it is. 1
BruceVC Posted January 8 Posted January 8 2 hours ago, uuuhhii said: there wouldn't be peace but usa will start much less conflict once they collapse like uk did new president will certainly accelerate that At least Russia is no longer involved in Syria and Assad is gone, so there is potential good news for Syria becoming a stable country and then millions of Syrians living in refugee camps can return home Thats something to be hopeful about "Abashed the devil stood and felt how awful goodness is and saw Virtue in her shape how lovely: and pined his loss” John Milton "We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” - George Bernard Shaw "What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead" - Nelson Mandela
BruceVC Posted January 8 Posted January 8 1 minute ago, Zoraptor said: Panama should petition to join NATO to protect itself from its expansionist near neighbour. So should Denmark and Canada for that matter. It'd be hilarious, if Trump wasn't soon to be the most powerful man in the world. The Democrats managing to put up candidates that lost to Trump, twice, should be recognised as the monumental achievement it is. But Trump is not serious about wanting to annex these places. He is basically trolling, exaggerating and grandstanding about Greenland and Canada becoming part of the US "Abashed the devil stood and felt how awful goodness is and saw Virtue in her shape how lovely: and pined his loss” John Milton "We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” - George Bernard Shaw "What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead" - Nelson Mandela
Malcador Posted January 8 Posted January 8 57 minutes ago, BruceVC said: But Trump is not serious about wanting to annex these places. He is basically trolling, exaggerating and grandstanding about Greenland and Canada becoming part of the US And you see no problem with the leader of nation doing this? One thing, sure does show how some Americans basically are like Russia when it comes to being ok with annexation or mafia like behaviour. Why has elegance found so little following? Elegance has the disadvantage that hard work is needed to achieve it and a good education to appreciate it. - Edsger Wybe Dijkstra
BruceVC Posted January 8 Posted January 8 2 minutes ago, Malcador said: And you see no problem with the leader of nation doing this? One thing, sure does show how some Americans basically are like Russia when it comes to being ok with annexation or mafia like behaviour. I do have a problem with it and its one of the main reasons I said I didnt want Trump to become the US president He doesn't take the job seriously or he makes comments like this But thats not the same thing as me believing he is going to somehow annex Canada or Greenland "Abashed the devil stood and felt how awful goodness is and saw Virtue in her shape how lovely: and pined his loss” John Milton "We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” - George Bernard Shaw "What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead" - Nelson Mandela
rjshae Posted January 9 Posted January 9 14 hours ago, Malcador said: And you see no problem with the leader of nation doing this? One thing, sure does show how some Americans basically are like Russia when it comes to being ok with annexation or mafia like behaviour. So? In a population of 335 million people, you can pretty much find an example of anything. 1 "It has just been discovered that research causes cancer in rats."
Malcador Posted January 9 Posted January 9 1 hour ago, rjshae said: So? In a population of 335 million people, you can pretty much find an example of anything. Yes, hence the "some". Why has elegance found so little following? Elegance has the disadvantage that hard work is needed to achieve it and a good education to appreciate it. - Edsger Wybe Dijkstra
majestic Posted January 10 Posted January 10 That "some" is what a quarter of that total population voted for. That's some "some". 1 No mind to think. No will to break. No voice to cry suffering.
BruceVC Posted January 10 Posted January 10 10 minutes ago, majestic said: That "some" is what a quarter of that total population voted for. That's some "some". Not really because most people voted for Trump around the main voting issues which the Dems ostensibly failed on miserably And these issues were the border\illegal migration and inflation. They didnt vote for Trump because of his stupid comments about him wanting to annex Canada or Greenland "Abashed the devil stood and felt how awful goodness is and saw Virtue in her shape how lovely: and pined his loss” John Milton "We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” - George Bernard Shaw "What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead" - Nelson Mandela
Bartimaeus Posted January 10 Posted January 10 (edited) 1 hour ago, majestic said: That "some" is what a quarter of that total population voted for. That's some "some". While over a third of the voting population couldn't even be bothered to care enough to vote in the first place. Yes, I'm afraid that we get the representation that we duly deserve. Edited January 10 by Bartimaeus 1 Quote How I have existed fills me with horror. For I have failed in everything - spelling, arithmetic, riding, tennis, golf; dancing, singing, acting; wife, mistress, whore, friend. Even cooking. And I do not excuse myself with the usual escape of 'not trying'. I tried with all my heart. In my dreams, I am not crippled. In my dreams, I dance.
Malcador Posted January 10 Posted January 10 6 hours ago, majestic said: That "some" is what a quarter of that total population voted for. That's some "some". Could be. Remarkable amount of people in every country can rationalize their state doing whatever they like, I guess. Why has elegance found so little following? Elegance has the disadvantage that hard work is needed to achieve it and a good education to appreciate it. - Edsger Wybe Dijkstra
rjshae Posted January 11 Posted January 11 20 hours ago, Bartimaeus said: While over a third of the voting population couldn't even be bothered to care enough to vote in the first place. Yes, I'm afraid that we get the representation that we duly deserve. In truth, that's a fact. One could argue that we never get the choices we deserve because of our pluralistic voting system. But in essence, DJT is the embodiment of American hubris, albeit in its most inane form. We're getting what we deserve. 1 "It has just been discovered that research causes cancer in rats."
BruceVC Posted January 11 Posted January 11 3 hours ago, rjshae said: In truth, that's a fact. One could argue that we never get the choices we deserve because of our pluralistic voting system. But in essence, DJT is the embodiment of American hubris, albeit in its most inane form. We're getting what we deserve. And what do you think the US deserves, can you give 2-3 examples that would be relevant to Trump becoming president? I sometimes hear this but I never hear specific examples of what it means? "Abashed the devil stood and felt how awful goodness is and saw Virtue in her shape how lovely: and pined his loss” John Milton "We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” - George Bernard Shaw "What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead" - Nelson Mandela
rjshae Posted Monday at 10:20 PM Posted Monday at 10:20 PM On 1/11/2025 at 2:11 AM, BruceVC said: And what do you think the US deserves, can you give 2-3 examples that would be relevant to Trump becoming president? I sometimes hear this but I never hear specific examples of what it means? Well the man lacks a moral compass and none of his cabinet selections are likely to provide one. He has shown despotic tendencies and now they are unlikely to be properly checked at the door. I'm expecting him to push the envelope of Presidential power as far as it will go. He's already threatened to deploy military troops on US soil, and he can call on the National Emergencies Act and push it to its limit. Republicans have control of Congress and they appear willing to support his actions. The big question is whether the Judicial branch can serve as a balance. 1 "It has just been discovered that research causes cancer in rats."
Pidesco Posted Tuesday at 06:29 AM Posted Tuesday at 06:29 AM 8 hours ago, rjshae said: The big question is whether the Judicial branch can serve as a balance. I believe the obvious answer is "lolno". Decision written by Clarence Thomas. "My hovercraft is full of eels!" - Hungarian tourist I am Dan Quayle of the Romans. I want to tattoo a map of the Netherlands on my nether lands. Heja Sverige!! Everyone should cuffawkle more. The wrench is your friend.
rjshae Posted Tuesday at 11:08 PM Posted Tuesday at 11:08 PM Perhaps I'm being too pessimistic, but I'm wondering whether it is too soon to apply the label 'wretched hive of scum and villainy' to this Presidential cabinet yet? Man, some of these picks are rather questionable. I suppose if they are bad enough they will take some attention away from DJT's own misdeeds? 1 "It has just been discovered that research causes cancer in rats."
Malcador Posted Wednesday at 02:19 AM Posted Wednesday at 02:19 AM Looks like Hegseth is in. At least Duckworth got a good hit 1 Why has elegance found so little following? Elegance has the disadvantage that hard work is needed to achieve it and a good education to appreciate it. - Edsger Wybe Dijkstra
BruceVC Posted Wednesday at 04:20 AM Posted Wednesday at 04:20 AM 1 hour ago, Malcador said: Looks like Hegseth is in. At least Duckworth got a good hit I watched parts of the questions, it was typical of what I would expect with complete support for him from the GOP and the Dems being completely opposed to him Duckworth and Warren did seem overly worked up The Independent, King, asked the best questions where he asked relevant questions about the Genevan Convention and things like water boarding and Hegseth tried to avoid answering them because of previous comments he made Im not sure how Hegseth is going to be as Defence Secretary , it will be interesting to see "Abashed the devil stood and felt how awful goodness is and saw Virtue in her shape how lovely: and pined his loss” John Milton "We don't stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing.” - George Bernard Shaw "What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead" - Nelson Mandela
Malcador Posted Wednesday at 05:20 AM Posted Wednesday at 05:20 AM (edited) 1 hour ago, BruceVC said: Duckworth and Warren did seem overly worked up Amusing characterisation, but it is you. He'll probably last the whole term, seems like the toady sort. Edited Wednesday at 05:23 AM by Malcador Why has elegance found so little following? Elegance has the disadvantage that hard work is needed to achieve it and a good education to appreciate it. - Edsger Wybe Dijkstra
Lexx Posted Wednesday at 07:09 AM Posted Wednesday at 07:09 AM Someone should make a new Bingo game where you can bet on who in Trumps new lineup will go to jail over the next few years. 1 "only when you no-life you can exist forever, because what does not live cannot die."
Pidesco Posted Wednesday at 10:47 AM Posted Wednesday at 10:47 AM 3 hours ago, Lexx said: Someone should make a new Bingo game where you can bet on who in Trumps new lineup will go to jail over the next few years. No one unless Trump turns on the lot. The rule of law for cabinet members is no longer a thing. "My hovercraft is full of eels!" - Hungarian tourist I am Dan Quayle of the Romans. I want to tattoo a map of the Netherlands on my nether lands. Heja Sverige!! Everyone should cuffawkle more. The wrench is your friend.
Lexx Posted Wednesday at 11:58 AM Posted Wednesday at 11:58 AM Cool development. I bet nobody will exploit this for their own gain. 1 "only when you no-life you can exist forever, because what does not live cannot die."
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