lawgator1
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Parts of both parties have certainly drifted to the extremes in the last 15 years or so. The difference is that the MAGA resentment portion of the GOP is growing due to their fear of demographic changes and their sense of entitlement to power and wealth being eroded, whereas what we knew as the GOP mainstream has dwindled and in fact in many cases are being forced out of the party by the MAGA wing.
Meh, doesn't really change anything. You know I'm right. You don't want to admit it. But its okay. We can all see what's going on.
Trump's populism is a passing fad, destined for the dust heap of history.
So, is it new right-wing extremism to believe that sex chromosomes determine if you are male or female, that unborn babies have the right to protection of life, that we have uninfringable 2A rights, that we should have a secure border with a proper immigration process, that the government should not be able to force people to drive a certain kind of car or buy a certain kind of light bulb, that the government shouldn't have the right to forcibly shut down businesses or restrict freedom to travel, and that we should tap into our own resources to gain energy independence, rather than counting on foreign nations (many of whom do not have our best interests in mind)?Parts of both parties have certainly drifted to the extremes in the last 15 years or so. The difference is that the MAGA resentment portion of the GOP is growing due to their fear of demographic changes and their sense of entitlement to power and wealth being eroded, whereas what we knew as the GOP mainstream has dwindled and in fact in many cases are being forced out of the party by the MAGA wing.
And Democrats already ate their base 25 years ago when they made the calculation that they didn't need the south so they kicked all the moderates and Blue Dogs to the curb. It just was marketed better when it got labeled "Progressive".Parts of both parties have certainly drifted to the extremes in the last 15 years or so. The difference is that the MAGA resentment portion of the GOP is growing due to their fear of demographic changes and their sense of entitlement to power and wealth being eroded, whereas what we knew as the GOP mainstream has dwindled and in fact in many cases are being forced out of the party by the MAGA wing.
You are a typical unhinged mentally ill leftist.. so sad...seek helpBecause I can, I have, I served, I defended and it is right of which I choose to do. Who are you to question? Why do you? I could care less...You are dumb and I contemplated using an idiot for asking a stupid question. Use it only to distract.
The only problem I have is ridding this country of crybabys, whiners, and those who cannot face reality.
The Reality is that it is ballgame over for Trump and it should be for Biden as well.
You can "Y'all" that to death. It's over so quit wasting your breath. Them Dems have got Trump in a Mousetrap and once one is figured out or defended they will throw more at him. Need to look forward, The GA case will nail him and it is a state felony.
The reality is that you throw enough depth Charges in the water and something will eventually float to the top.
and you are just dumb, running a grade school child's game with nothing to contribute except accusing those who disagree or call you out a leftist. Grow up. It will take a few years.You are a typical unhinged mentally ill leftist.. so sad...seek help
I asked a serious question regarding the Fake elector scheme...and compared to a historical fact...you couldn't articulate an answer in response other then to continue to post the same stuff you always post....then you call everyone dumb..tout your education like a badge of honor while posting no substance whatsoever....your an emotional wreck who is so hung up and brainwashed on orange man bad that you can't function properly....your not worth the time any moreand you are just dumb, running a grade school child's game with nothing to contribute except accusing those who disagree or call you out a leftist. Grow up. It will take a few years.
What have you done to deserve to be in this Country? Your approach and name calling is something I would expect a liberal to do.
Good if that is your answer. You need to focus on the present anyway and let it go. Really making the Republican Party look like spoiled rotten kids going back 60 + years ago to prove a point. Childish and to think it is relevant today is just reaching for the stars. Lost the case when you stated 1960s, then you reverted to calling someone a lib because they are telling you to let it go and focus on present day. That says a lot about your maturity level. I am not emotional I just dealing with the likes of you. Again, you are just a sh** stirrer hollering that somebody pissed in your Wheaties.I asked a serious question regarding the Fake elector scheme...and compared to a historical fact...you couldn't articulate an answer in response other then to continue to post the same stuff you always post....then you call everyone dumb..tout your education like a badge of honor while posting no substance whatsoever....your an emotional wreck who is so hung up and brainwashed on orange man bad that you can't function properly....your not worth the time any more
Again, what is MAGA? If you can’t define a woman what makes you believe you can define an acronym.Parts of both parties have certainly drifted to the extremes in the last 15 years or so. The difference is that the MAGA resentment portion of the GOP is growing due to their fear of demographic changes and their sense of entitlement to power and wealth being eroded, whereas what we knew as the GOP mainstream has dwindled and in fact in many cases are being forced out of the party by the MAGA wing.
Every one since Clinton has been nothing but garbage as POTUS. I might even give Bush a pass except for his Patriot Act trash. Obama was a failure and started the massive downfall that we see now imo. He was the most divisive POTUS in history, which led to Trump and that dumbass gave us Biden. The division today is the worst I've seen in my lifetime and neither side is interested in changing that. I'm almost to the point of hoping I live long enough to see it all burn to the ground. I don't think we're too far off from that currently. Watching the way people act towards each other today compared to 20 years ago is really pathetic and sad to see. There's little to no respect for others just because you disagree with someone. This forum is a prime example of how pitiful many people are today.Tip O'Neil & Reagan managed to get meaningful Legislation passed.
Gingrich and Clinton managed to get meaningful Legislation passed.
Hasert and Clinton, Bush longest Rep to serve as Speaker of the House. Jailed for
2016 Jailed for hush payments to cover up sexual abuse crimes against boys.
Pelosi and Obama. Pelosi was and still is a disaster.
Boehner and Obama managed to get some meaningful legislation passed of which the Republicans were constantly infighting, and Boehner packed up and left.
Paul Ryan & Trump Ryan Packed up his bags and left.
Pelosi & Trump. Impeachment, Impeachment - no respect. Jan 6.
Pelosi & Biden. Meaningful Legislation if you are a liberal. Overall, just more reason to be a Republican.
McCarthy and Biden. Two lost puppies and both the Presidency & Congress are a mess. Republican Party is at odds within its own ranks but it owns a slight majority giving each party enough room to distort the process.
Too many career politicians, too many making fortunes and doing nothing. Too much 2nd grade leadership vs the dinosaurs of the dark ages. Too much party lines drawn and too much Taxpayer's dollars wasted. What had Congress accomplished since 2006. Not a whole lot and the ones that benefited are the ones that are serving us.
Not enough adults in the room to make a difference.
The extreme divisiveness started with the advent of social mediaEvery one since Clinton has been nothing but garbage as POTUS. I might even give Bush a pass except for his Patriot Act trash. Obama was a failure and started the massive downfall that we see now imo. He was the most divisive POTUS in history, which led to Trump and that dumbass gave us Biden. The division today is the worst I've seen in my lifetime and neither side is interested in changing that. I'm almost to the point of hoping I live long enough to see it all burn to the ground. I don't think we're too far off from that currently. Watching the way people act towards each other today compared to 20 years ago is really pathetic and sad to see. There's little to no respect for others just because you disagree with someone. This forum is a prime example of how pitiful many people are today.
So, is it new right-wing extremism to believe that sex chromosomes determine if you are male or female, that unborn babies have the right to protection of life, that we have uninfringable 2A rights, that we should have a secure border with a proper immigration process, that the government should not be able to force people to drive a certain kind of car or buy a certain kind of light bulb, that the government shouldn't have the right to forcibly shut down businesses or restrict freedom to travel, and that we should tap into our own resources to gain energy independence, rather than counting on foreign nations (many of whom do not have our best interests in mind)?
Seems to me that the Conservative/Right stance is about where it has been for a long time. Hell, half or more of those positions were held by Democrats 20 years ago.
Now run the list with regards to the Left...
I also believe it started with the Democrats seeking retaliation for the Bush-Gore Presidential Election. If I had to pinpoint one significant event tied directly to a Political Party it would be this event that started it. The Democrats never got over it even though Gore conceded the election.The extreme divisiveness started with the advent of social media