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What happened today.
1. Trump refused to implement the Russian sanctions passed by a veto-proof majority in both the House and the Senate. He’s insisting they’re not needed. Laws? Checks and balances? What are those?
2. Trump organized the early departure of well-respected FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe as part of a political purge. Watch out Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein. You’re next!
3. Trump’s Republican minions on the House Intelligence Committee voted to release a classified and partisan memo written by Chairclown Devin Nunes in order to smear the FBI and Bob Mueller’s investigation. I’m usually all for transparency in the government, but there’s a responsible way to do this that doesn’t risk exposing classified intelligence and sources. In addition, Nunes refused to let the Republican Intelligence Committee Chairman Richard Burr view the memo. He’s also disregarded the Justice Department’s warnings that this action would be “extremely reckless.” And finally, the Republicans are refusing to allow the Democrats on the Committee to release their own 10 page rebuttal memo.
And just think. It’s only Monday!
F-ing crazy. And everyone thought HRC was “crooked”?
If you’ll excuse me, I’m off to hide in my bunker.
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You have a bunker? Can I come hide with you?
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Oh… by “in my bunker”, I really meant “under the covers in my bed”. Between those and some thick light-blocking curtains, I should be safe from the fallout, right?
Of course you’re welcome to join me and I’ve got stacks of books to keep us company until it’s over. Then again, maybe you should bring some just in case. 🙂
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Woot!😁
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We are living in a sad and dangerous time right now in the US – and not just because of Trump…he is just the symptom of a far greater disease – If Hilary had been elected we’d be in the same, partisan-fueled shenanigans…our system has been broken by these scoundrels who reside in DC…I posted a story about this – a great book called “This Town” that looks at the way things are right now – where political greed and graft has made any sense of “working for the people” obsolete – https://johnrieber.com/2014/12/02/dirty-sexy-politics-the-politics-of-brilliant-book-this-town-washington-dc-expose/
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But let me add that all of your points are valid – they just fester far beyond this embarrassment of a President
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I agree the system is broken. It’s the only reason why he got in.
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Thanks for the link John. I’ll definitely check it out. While I’m not a fan of Clinton, I don’t think things would be progressing quite the same way. In my opinion, Trump and the cowards and minions are far more dangerous.
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Completely agree! However, in my opinion he is being empowered by a political process that puts party over country, no matter how dangerous the situation!
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Today has been a messed up day. I’m afraid to see what the rest of the week brings. How can this be our world right now?
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That’s a good question.😒
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It is scary to think what the rest of the week will bring.
But I do love the gifs that go along with your posts 🙂 ❤
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Thanks Deanna. We have his State of the Union tomorrow night. Ha! There’s an oxymoron!
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Dear Kim,
Thanks for this great blog. The “rule of law ” was thrashed today by these republicans on the House Intelligence Committee.
Hugs, Gronda
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That it was Gronda.😕
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Ughh….this guy, this guy. It’s actually scary to think what insanity he is going to come up with next. It really is making me wonder every single time how this guy got elected in the first place 😢😢
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It’s truly turned into a horrible reality show only you can’t turn it off Michel.😞
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Ughhhhh: I really wish we could turn it off in some way though 😢
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wheeeeeeeeee! – hang on tight!
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Yep.🤦🏻♀️
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What next!?
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I’ve got nothing.🤷🏻♀️
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Try not to let it get you down, Kim. I have lived my whole life being -supposedly- led by Prime Ministers I couldn’t stand, and ruled over by a monarchy that I don’t recognise. In the grand scheme of things, we can only do so much about the corrupt political systems in our countries. Think of your poor head, and try to think nice thoughts when you can, to balance it all out. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete. x
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Thanks Pete. I’m trying.😕
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Sigh…
Well done, Kim. Hugs.
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Thanks Teagan. I’m sighing as well.😕 Hugs.
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I’ve been shaking my head, non-stop for so long that I think I’ve become a bobble head doll. I have a compulsion to try and sit on the dashboard of my car.
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Hahaha!🤣
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Ahh Monday, the day Trump gets back to work and unleashes all his pent up frustration from the weekend. The “good news” is that since Trump usually takes weekends off, we can take some comfort in the world being that much less likely to end between roughly 6:00 PM Friday and 3:00 AM Monday (unless, of course someone else takes advantage of this). The bad news is that at all other times he is actively seeking to ruin all the things, with the support and encouragement of the Republican Party.
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So, SO true!😒
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I can only wish for good things in the future for you, Kim. Anything’s better than what’s going on now.
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Thanks Vinnie.😙
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The future can only get better, right?
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Fingers crossed.🤞🏻
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I try to be a positive person.
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Trump is Putin’s biggest asset. He is placing Russian spies in his condos all over the world. Why else would he pretend that Russia is innocent? Trump is a traitor who will do anything for money.
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No argument there.😒
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I will never, for the life of me, understand how anyone voted for this man.
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I know that it wasn’t just racists, bigots, or homophobic people who voted for him. There are people who are financially hurting and are sick and tired of established politicians who seldom keep their promises. And I understand that, but what I don’t understand is how this segment of his base can keep turning a blind eye to his hatefulness and continuous lying. I think at this point the only thing that may convince them is if the economy tanks. Although I don’t even know about that. After the huge drop the Dow Jones took a couple of days ago, Sean Hannity blamed it on Obama.🤷🏻♀️🤦🏻♀️
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