In recent days, several high-profile Republican political figures have traveled to the Manhattan Criminal Court, where Donald Trump is on trial. Outside the courthouse, they addressed the media and attacked key witnesses, the jury, and even the judge's daughter.
The one that really gets me is Speaker Johnson. The man literally has an app on his phone that his son monitors to make sure he doesn't stray to anything "naughty", a.k.a. porn related, and there he is, defending on the steps of the court house a man who is being tried for covering up a tryst with an ACTUAL ADULT FILM STAR.
While I am calling this the "Goebbels Brigade" I call the Speaker Mike "Goebbels" Johnson, because he is playing the role for Trump that Goebbels did for Hitler as his propagandist. In fact, Goebbels spent time spinning every negative situation by telling the people that Hitler cared about them, they must embrace the suffering that was imposed on them and be stoic for their country, and that things were going well when they weren't. Goebbels also ran a big spy ring, so we see whom Putin is modeling himself after as well. But Hitler was there first, and Putin is just a Hitler wannabe. Goebbels Johnson is just a flunkey for Trump who is willing to spin his lies to shied him, just as his predecessor did before him.
The new nazi/ dictator syncophant uniform, in lieu of brown shirts. They wish to appear patriotic, but it has little to do with patriotism & all to do with appearing to be a trump party "acolyte."
Agree with this and comments about the brown shirts - this blue suit red tie is not comical as some in media (Morning Joe) are responding but actually terrifying as it's not far from the Nazi uniform which would likely come if DT god forbid "wins" - and I do actually believe they are planning to rig it - he's way too confident - but as always national media seems unwilling to call a red tie what it is. I hope the judge calls all of them out-Dems made a mistake saving Johnson, he's literally a Biden/Harris "accident" away from WH
makes it clear why. The SA wore brown shirts, the SS wore black with skull insignia. That might be an appropriate accoutrement to the red ties. If one can imagine what awaits us, and I agree with the plan to steal along with the Supreme Court to do it. They are even acclimating us to their totally ignoring the laws with their decisions as their bosses at the Heritage Foundation lay out a path for them to steal the election. At that point I suggest everyone in the country have a plan B. Mine was made 4 years ago before Biden was elected.
Me too. The others are opportunists and come to suck off the fumes of Trumpo's farts. But Mike Johnson - the speaker of the house - what the f is he doing there? Does he want to be vice-president? Wouldn't his religious advisors, if no one else, caution him about gluttony and other sins of tying yourself to a known sinner?
Interesting. We have Rick Wilson’s “enemies list” and Michael Cohen’s “two finger salute” recipients. I’m sure there are enough miscreants to supply another award with plenty of candidates. Trump himself of course wins the triple crown.
I’m confused, why would you need an app on your phone preventing you from entering a porn site? Unless you’re tempted to do so. I’m so sick of all the garbage.
It was known from the beginning that he was a Diaper Don follower. This should not be a surprise to anyone. Hell, he visited the maralago pig pen the week after he made Speaker. I think he played his cards right when he brokered the recent deal with the Dems, knowing that, with Dem votes, he wouldn't lose his position if MGT tried to have him removed.
Then he just went back to his old ways. And now the people had to pay for all of those trips back and forth from DC to NYC.
If all of these political diaper sniffers are gonna appear merely to try to make a TV show out of Trump's repeated lies and simpleton court bleatings, then I demand, on behalf of all Americans, that the trial be televised so that folks can stop guessing or being misinformed about what the hell is going on. None of this secrecy or sideshow antics is benefitting our democracy.
The entire MAGA mob has become a conspiratorial cult designed expressly for the purpose of depriving the United States of its Democracy and turning it into a totalitarian theocracy that worships a vengeful god and run by white male bigots. Is there no end to the unchecked madness?
Yes, there is an end. But can we bring about a desirable and positive outcome for all of us or will we let the idiotas who only represent the slimmest minority of our populace win?
Brain dead Tommy Tuberville just about gave away the plot when he said in so many words that Trump was orchestrating this bullshit. But Trump, well trained by Roy Cohn and his NY mobster buddies, is more likely dropping hints with his own bullshit that he expects his minions to act on his behalf. The American people, if they weren't already tapped out on outrage, would be calling for the heads of all of these politicians who are claiming Trump is innocent without any evidence. Merchan should use today's break in the trial to drag all of them in and put them under oath, then ask them all if Trump asked/ordered/hinted that they should make all the claims and threats that he cannot. Perhaps he could hold Trump in contempt, put him in the holding cell, and tell these assholes that he doesn't get let out until they tell the truth. Side note - Remember when Nixon almost caused a mistrial in the Manson case when he said publicly that he thought Manson was guilty?
We The People WILL be calling for their heads - as each one of the "assholes" comes up for re-election, We go after them! Hammer them for their stands against the American Rule of Law, and get real Americans elected to replace them. We do this enough times, and the tune these assholes are whistling will change in a real hurry. And we start this November, with a crusade against every MAGAt in the house up for re-election. Are WE all on board??
Being “on board” means getting out of your computer chair and into the active lane. There’s plenty to do out here! Conversationcanvassing.org, postcarding, etc.
Canvassing is going very well! It’s an enjoyable process. “Dirt road revival” book is our inspiration. The author was running for office. We’re trying to save democracy.
Of course I am. This is a coup that is laid out to us, it's aim to destroy the Constitution and turn this country into what that orange traitor would call "a shithole". I'm all for getting rid of every one of them, and prosecuting the lawbreakers , according to the laws of our country. EVERYONE needs to be on board in Nov. AND beyond. They've tried to overthrow the government once and will do it again. With Johnson in the Speaker chair, their aim will be to muddy the election results, and give him the opportunity to declare the traitor the winner of the election even if he loses.
We are, but sadly, these assholes all come from deep red states and districts full of MAGA shit that loves them and their Orange Pustule Hero. With the exception maybe of Scott who may have finally worn out his welcome with enough Floridians to give him the heave ho.
Unfortunately, tens of millions of voters are not and will not "be onboard" come November. This reality is sponsored by America's disinformation industry, one that has no interest is preserving the democratic republic. It exists and hides behind the First Amendment strictly for the money.
Thanks Judd and Aaron for filling us in on info I hadn't heard. Truth is Trump has turned all of these surrogates into boring people. Trump has become increasingly boring--constantly repetitive like an old man with dementia. What can be more boring than when someone falls asleep in front of you!? I thought that Trump's mental illnesss might become so apparent that most people would realize how unfit DJT is for any responsibility, but boring people to death may also become a factor!
And, here's what we have from the Biden administration:
This is probably coming from my own horror at watching this deliberate show of contempt on the news last night, but I am losing faith in our system of justice. Trump is clearly in violation of the gag order-again; Cannon has successfully derailed the trial regarding his mis-handling and sharing of classified documents; and the prosecutor for the election interference case in Georgia was put on trial in order to derail that case. It truly appears there will be no end to the destructive power allowed Trump and his minions. Where is Garland in all this?
This makes me sick. I don't know any other way to say it. I live in this country and I am ashamed of it. The founding fathers made a big mistake modelling our government on that of another country that became an empire: Romans.
In a nutshell, there is no level low enough the GOP won't dive. Circus Fascism dressed up in blue Clown suits and red ties
The Speaker of the House makes a mockery of his position by addressing the press on Trump's behalf. Tuberville in plain sight has just outted who had him holding up military promotions by his admittance of who had him in NY and why.
That orange traitor is nothing but a lowlife criminal who will spend the rest of his days trying to get around any rules or laws he doesn't like. He is and always will be a lowlife criminal, and will surround himself with spineless minions who will do whatever he wants as he throws them crumbs, until he takes the crumbs away. His demise can't come soon enough, but the stench he has left on this country will take a long time to dissipate.
More brazen lawlessness from this cabal of republican criminals. Leave it to the racist football coach to say out loud what they're actually doing. The south is an awful place. Full of racist scum like these republicans. But JD is from my state so we're no better.
The one that really gets me is Speaker Johnson. The man literally has an app on his phone that his son monitors to make sure he doesn't stray to anything "naughty", a.k.a. porn related, and there he is, defending on the steps of the court house a man who is being tried for covering up a tryst with an ACTUAL ADULT FILM STAR.
This is my Human Garbage pick of the week.
While I am calling this the "Goebbels Brigade" I call the Speaker Mike "Goebbels" Johnson, because he is playing the role for Trump that Goebbels did for Hitler as his propagandist. In fact, Goebbels spent time spinning every negative situation by telling the people that Hitler cared about them, they must embrace the suffering that was imposed on them and be stoic for their country, and that things were going well when they weren't. Goebbels also ran a big spy ring, so we see whom Putin is modeling himself after as well. But Hitler was there first, and Putin is just a Hitler wannabe. Goebbels Johnson is just a flunkey for Trump who is willing to spin his lies to shied him, just as his predecessor did before him.
Blue suits, red tie = brown shirts, black tie...
The new nazi/ dictator syncophant uniform, in lieu of brown shirts. They wish to appear patriotic, but it has little to do with patriotism & all to do with appearing to be a trump party "acolyte."
Agree with this and comments about the brown shirts - this blue suit red tie is not comical as some in media (Morning Joe) are responding but actually terrifying as it's not far from the Nazi uniform which would likely come if DT god forbid "wins" - and I do actually believe they are planning to rig it - he's way too confident - but as always national media seems unwilling to call a red tie what it is. I hope the judge calls all of them out-Dems made a mistake saving Johnson, he's literally a Biden/Harris "accident" away from WH
I agree it is terrifying. A dose of this BBC series Rise & Fall of the Nazis https://youtu.be/KcfTOKgDdWQ?si=JGMlOG4qKDPIi0IK
makes it clear why. The SA wore brown shirts, the SS wore black with skull insignia. That might be an appropriate accoutrement to the red ties. If one can imagine what awaits us, and I agree with the plan to steal along with the Supreme Court to do it. They are even acclimating us to their totally ignoring the laws with their decisions as their bosses at the Heritage Foundation lay out a path for them to steal the election. At that point I suggest everyone in the country have a plan B. Mine was made 4 years ago before Biden was elected.
Me too. The others are opportunists and come to suck off the fumes of Trumpo's farts. But Mike Johnson - the speaker of the house - what the f is he doing there? Does he want to be vice-president? Wouldn't his religious advisors, if no one else, caution him about gluttony and other sins of tying yourself to a known sinner?
How did we get this far and how do we get back?
I like that acronym Geoff. The HGP (Human Garbage Pick) of the Week!
We should have a contest Geoff. Right here in this forum and see who gets the most votes.
Already there. I try to post one a week on my 'stack: https://www.sweatyspice.com/p/hgotw-a-twofer-thomas-and-kavanaugh
Subscribed. Thank you Geoff. I love the Thomas article and the "shit with feet" comment absolutely SLAYED me!!!
Damn Geoff. You are indeed "TheMan!"
Interesting. We have Rick Wilson’s “enemies list” and Michael Cohen’s “two finger salute” recipients. I’m sure there are enough miscreants to supply another award with plenty of candidates. Trump himself of course wins the triple crown.
I can’t decide who is the worst. They’re all equally scum.
but but…my middle name, somehow, is Geoffrey.
Means that you're in good company, eh?
I’m confused, why would you need an app on your phone preventing you from entering a porn site? Unless you’re tempted to do so. I’m so sick of all the garbage.
What did Mike Johnson do to the office of the Speaker? He isn’t supposed to represent Trump. He isn’t supposed to be against democracy.
It was known from the beginning that he was a Diaper Don follower. This should not be a surprise to anyone. Hell, he visited the maralago pig pen the week after he made Speaker. I think he played his cards right when he brokered the recent deal with the Dems, knowing that, with Dem votes, he wouldn't lose his position if MGT tried to have him removed.
Then he just went back to his old ways. And now the people had to pay for all of those trips back and forth from DC to NYC.
If all of these political diaper sniffers are gonna appear merely to try to make a TV show out of Trump's repeated lies and simpleton court bleatings, then I demand, on behalf of all Americans, that the trial be televised so that folks can stop guessing or being misinformed about what the hell is going on. None of this secrecy or sideshow antics is benefitting our democracy.
And, Lock Him Up!!!
Another great acronym! PDS (Political Diaper Sniffing) perfectly describes what these mopes are doing. Bravo!
The entire MAGA mob has become a conspiratorial cult designed expressly for the purpose of depriving the United States of its Democracy and turning it into a totalitarian theocracy that worships a vengeful god and run by white male bigots. Is there no end to the unchecked madness?
Yes, there is an end. But can we bring about a desirable and positive outcome for all of us or will we let the idiotas who only represent the slimmest minority of our populace win?
To make them lose have to be able to stay a step ahead of them, predict their next move and thwart it.
Ineed you are correct Abbie. Forums like these help as we can stay better informed than those without and develop greater discernment as a result.
Brain dead Tommy Tuberville just about gave away the plot when he said in so many words that Trump was orchestrating this bullshit. But Trump, well trained by Roy Cohn and his NY mobster buddies, is more likely dropping hints with his own bullshit that he expects his minions to act on his behalf. The American people, if they weren't already tapped out on outrage, would be calling for the heads of all of these politicians who are claiming Trump is innocent without any evidence. Merchan should use today's break in the trial to drag all of them in and put them under oath, then ask them all if Trump asked/ordered/hinted that they should make all the claims and threats that he cannot. Perhaps he could hold Trump in contempt, put him in the holding cell, and tell these assholes that he doesn't get let out until they tell the truth. Side note - Remember when Nixon almost caused a mistrial in the Manson case when he said publicly that he thought Manson was guilty?
We The People WILL be calling for their heads - as each one of the "assholes" comes up for re-election, We go after them! Hammer them for their stands against the American Rule of Law, and get real Americans elected to replace them. We do this enough times, and the tune these assholes are whistling will change in a real hurry. And we start this November, with a crusade against every MAGAt in the house up for re-election. Are WE all on board??
Being “on board” means getting out of your computer chair and into the active lane. There’s plenty to do out here! Conversationcanvassing.org, postcarding, etc.
I'm an active participant. Glad to see you are too! Tough here in Ohio, but well worth it. Hopefully, others reading this will do the same, and soon!
Canvassing is going very well! It’s an enjoyable process. “Dirt road revival” book is our inspiration. The author was running for office. We’re trying to save democracy.
Of course I am. This is a coup that is laid out to us, it's aim to destroy the Constitution and turn this country into what that orange traitor would call "a shithole". I'm all for getting rid of every one of them, and prosecuting the lawbreakers , according to the laws of our country. EVERYONE needs to be on board in Nov. AND beyond. They've tried to overthrow the government once and will do it again. With Johnson in the Speaker chair, their aim will be to muddy the election results, and give him the opportunity to declare the traitor the winner of the election even if he loses.
We are, but sadly, these assholes all come from deep red states and districts full of MAGA shit that loves them and their Orange Pustule Hero. With the exception maybe of Scott who may have finally worn out his welcome with enough Floridians to give him the heave ho.
Unfortunately, tens of millions of voters are not and will not "be onboard" come November. This reality is sponsored by America's disinformation industry, one that has no interest is preserving the democratic republic. It exists and hides behind the First Amendment strictly for the money.
Thanks Judd and Aaron for filling us in on info I hadn't heard. Truth is Trump has turned all of these surrogates into boring people. Trump has become increasingly boring--constantly repetitive like an old man with dementia. What can be more boring than when someone falls asleep in front of you!? I thought that Trump's mental illnesss might become so apparent that most people would realize how unfit DJT is for any responsibility, but boring people to death may also become a factor!
And, here's what we have from the Biden administration:
https://twitter.com/michaelbirnbaum/status/1790458222416928791
Thanks for including this link, Valerie. I LOVE seeing Blinken rocking with the Ukranians. He's a natural!
There's also a 5 minute version on Twitter from WaPO and Birnbaum with the Ukrainian lead knowing all the words to this Neil Young song!
That was awesome Valerie!
was hoping you'd see-hear this...there's a 5 minute version of the whole Neil Young song with Ukranians singing some of his lyrics.
Yes, yes and finally... YES!
This is probably coming from my own horror at watching this deliberate show of contempt on the news last night, but I am losing faith in our system of justice. Trump is clearly in violation of the gag order-again; Cannon has successfully derailed the trial regarding his mis-handling and sharing of classified documents; and the prosecutor for the election interference case in Georgia was put on trial in order to derail that case. It truly appears there will be no end to the destructive power allowed Trump and his minions. Where is Garland in all this?
We still have the ballot box, where we must defeat these criminals.
That’s “playing by the rules,” and it’s too late to count on that. The War has already begun.
"Where is Garland in all this?"
The jury is still out? Scary times indeed.
What a great example of correct-speak!
More coordinated bullying is what we would see in any future second term — organized crime masquerading as a government.
Thanks for the coverage.
Do I think someone like Tuberville was directed to defend Trump? Probably. The man can't even name all three branches of government.
But, Joe, there's three of them, that's a lot to remember.
😂
This makes me sick. I don't know any other way to say it. I live in this country and I am ashamed of it. The founding fathers made a big mistake modelling our government on that of another country that became an empire: Romans.
"Is Trump orchestrating a new criminal…?"
In a word: YES!!!
Tuberville spilling the beans? Well, surprise surprise...only the best and the brightest.
Nice reporting folks!
Hahahaha! Re: Tuberville; they is NOT sending best and brightest, da?
In a nutshell, there is no level low enough the GOP won't dive. Circus Fascism dressed up in blue Clown suits and red ties
The Speaker of the House makes a mockery of his position by addressing the press on Trump's behalf. Tuberville in plain sight has just outted who had him holding up military promotions by his admittance of who had him in NY and why.
Thank you for the report.
Of course they had a script, none of these morons have had an original thought one day in their life.
That orange traitor is nothing but a lowlife criminal who will spend the rest of his days trying to get around any rules or laws he doesn't like. He is and always will be a lowlife criminal, and will surround himself with spineless minions who will do whatever he wants as he throws them crumbs, until he takes the crumbs away. His demise can't come soon enough, but the stench he has left on this country will take a long time to dissipate.
I hope he spends he rest of his days in a NY condo under indefinite house arrest. He'll hate it there. And they'll hate him right back!!!
cosmic justice?
More brazen lawlessness from this cabal of republican criminals. Leave it to the racist football coach to say out loud what they're actually doing. The south is an awful place. Full of racist scum like these republicans. But JD is from my state so we're no better.
On the other hand. We have JOYCE Vance, in Alabama.
Oh, she looks like she means business and I daresay that she does. Bravo!