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It really is the summation of the whole dissonance of Trump. I will write on a message board something I know is blatantly wrong, contort my soul and my mind to believe something I am so vested in, not admit the mouse trap has caught a mouse, even though a mouse is dead in the trap, eyes bulging....because...???...it's really important to believe the movie lot set of the world I am committed to?Yeah, I gotta think that even ol' Zenny outdid his own schtick this time. It was a good run.
Yeah. Message boards and politics do weird things to some folks.It really is the summation of the whole dissonance of Trump. I will write on a message board something I know is blatantly wrong, contort my soul and my mind to believe something I am so vested in, not admit the mouse trap has caught a mouse, even though a mouse is dead in the trap, eyes bulging....because...???...it's really important to believe the movie lot set of the world I am committed to?
I have no interest in getting into a deep religious discussion, because there is no definitive interpretation of the Bible, but Jesus was likely killed because of the belief that he referred to himself as "King of the Jews" and that he was preaching that he and the disciples would be rulers over the 12 Tribes of Israel when God came back, not because he was specifically a political figure of some kind.Do what now?
Jesus's entire message was about justice, equality, and love of others. He was a political figure- hence, his political execution- who used creative acts of civil disobedience- such as flip the tables in the temple- to challenge the status quo and offer an alternative vision. He promoted peaceful disagreement disobedience. He publicly denounced the political and religious leaders of the day.
In what way was Jesus not an activist?
You have no interest not because you don't want to get into a deep religious discussion but because you know you are far out of your element on this discussion. And I don't mean with me- you are likely far more intelligent than I am, as is most everyone else here. I mean that there are folks on this board who have studied this stuff as part of their life's work.I have no interest in getting into a deep religious discussion, because there is no definitive interpretation, but Jesus was likely killed because of the belief that he referred to himself as "King of the Jews" and that he was preaching that he and the disciples would be rulers over the 12 Tribes of Israel when God came back, not because he was specifically a political figure of some kind.
I have no interest in getting into a deep religious discussion, because there is no definitive interpretation of the Bible, but Jesus was likely killed because of the belief that he referred to himself as "King of the Jews" and that he was preaching that he and the disciples would be rulers over the 12 Tribes of Israel when God came back, not because he was specifically a political figure of some kind.
He was viewed as a threat to the current rulers of the Roman empire.
Have you actually ever read any of the Bible? Where did you get that twisted theology from? It bears no relationship to anything Jesus ever said.I have no interest in getting into a deep religious discussion, because there is no definitive interpretation, but Jesus was likely killed because of the belief that he referred to himself as "King of the Jews" and that he was preaching that he and the disciples would be rulers over the 12 Tribes of Israel when God came back, not because he was specifically a political figure of some kind.
ICE being allowed to storm into schools to arrest children does seem like Stephen Miller viagara to me.Regarding the firehose of EO's this week, it is becoming apparent to me that they are the brainchildren of Stephen Miller, perhaps even written or dictated by Stephen Miller himself, and simply signed by Trump. I don't think Trump really knows, or even really cares to know, what's in them. It was really clear that this is true by the way he answered questions about them to reporters. Every single one of these EO's are Miller's ideas that he has previously expressed.
Totally up his alley. Not to defend Trump, but I don't think he could care less either way.ICE being allowed to storm into schools to arrest children does seem like Stephen Miller viagara to me.
excellent post. trump is being a hypocrite because he did the same thing in his inaugural address.So you have the same expectations from the president as you do 10 year olds on social media?
I've always expected more from my leaders.
Leaders should work to bring people together. Petty bullshit like saying she's bad at her job is so far below that of a good leader, but it's the nor for Trump.
Do you and your colleagues sit around talking down about everyone, making fun of mentally challenged people, or judging people's lives or job performance based on who they voted for?
Do you see this behavior as that of a good leader? Would you want to work at a company where the CEO routinely treated people like shit?
And some people here claim he’s not just trolling.A prophet who preached his version/understanding of Judaism.
I've never read Jesus' words and got an activist vibe.
Glad to see you back CFord.Totally up his alley. Not to defend Trump, but I don't think he could care less either way.
“…Trump Seeks to Paralyze Independent Privacy and Civil Liberties Watchdog
The Trump White House has told three Democratic-selected members of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board to resign or be fired, which would stop the independent agency from functioning.
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Trump Seeks to Paralyze Independent Privacy and Civil Liberties Watchdog
The Trump White House has told three Democratic-selected members of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board to resign or be fired, which would stop the independent agency from functioning.www.nytimes.com
“…Congress established the agency, called the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board, as an independent unit in the executive branch after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. It has security clearances and subpoena power, and is set up to have five members, appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate, who serve six-year terms. Some members are picked by the president, and some are selected by congressional leaders of the other party.
It needs at least three members in order to take official actions like starting a new investigative project or issuing a board report with a policy recommendation. Its work has included scrutiny of surveillance and bulk data collectionactivities, terrorism watch lists and the use of facial recognition and other biometrics at airports.
…On Tuesday evening, each of the three members who were picked by Democrats — Sharon Bradford Franklin, Edward W. Felten and Travis LeBlanc — received an email from the White House telling them to submit resignation letters by the close of business on Jan. 23, according to three people with knowledge of the situation.
The people spoke on condition of anonymity for fear of reprisal. They said the email, sent by Trent Morse, the deputy director of presidential personnel, told the board members that that President Trump would terminate their positions if they did not resign by that deadline.
The fifth seat is currently vacant. The Trump White House did not tell the board’s sole current Republican-picked member, Beth Williams, to leave, two of the people familiar with the matter said.
The departure of the three Democratic-picked members would mean the agency would lack enough members to function as the Trump administration begins its efforts to reshape the nation’s law enforcement and intelligence agencies. …”
Doesn't matter.Budde’s a committed social justice warrior and activist so she’s used to the heat. Plus, she’s making the rounds on television today basking in her 15 minutes of fame. Trump’s tweet towards her only enhances her liberal bona fides.
Literally last week, you were arguing that the government was censoring free speech when it asked a social media company to remove COVID disinformation.That's my point: she had a "mean tweet" directed towards her, not arrested or sent to a re education camp. This is a Republic with free speech. Trump hasn't and won't change this fact.