Donald Trump's successful 2024 presidential campaign, along with its Republican allies, spent more than $215 million on television ads that stoked resentment against trans people.
It's certainly going to get worse unless we scream no at the top of our lungs right now. I put together a guide for folks to fight the proposed recess appointments, which has to be a focus of ours for the next 2 months. I included explainers on why this is a critical fight. Here it is. Please take action! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VqbHs916J-SrOv3GMu22tGzWpB2IuaZutOVhzyB9wP4/edit?usp=drivesdk
Yup, GOP legislators are reading the writing on the wall. Get in line with the far-right's control over the Republican Party, or get out of town. Mace is just safeguarding her position of relative power. Unless she really has become radicalized over this issue. Either way, it's dangerous rhetoric.
It would seem that the MAGA/GOP needs a distraction from their horrific cabinet appointments and catastrophic 2025 fueled agenda. We must also recognize that there is a large portion of the American public who believe that trans people are committing sins against their version of god . Progressives can not dismiss those beliefs and concerns without dialogue. Wokeness and immigration were extremely powerful weapons used in this past presidential campaign.
I was shocked some years ago when a Republican was captured on TV, throwing a dollar at a disabled man sitting on the ground, protesting against the lack of care and accessibility to freely move around towns. He stated “you want money? I’ll give you money!” And threw the dollar right at him as he sat there. I was shocked that he thought this was appropriate behavior. I’m still stunned at how low Republicans go. All of this is fueled by hate and encouraging all people of this nation to be as bad as they want to be. Not kind, understanding and loving but mean and hateful. By now I’m over being shocked. I’m depressed, profoundly sad and depressed.
Yes. And yet "Democrats have abandoned the working class and are only for the elites". How many times have I read that since the election? Bah! The media keeps suppressing the truth and some Democrats repeat it! How anyone can look at all the help Biden has done for the working class and the middle class and still think Biden abandoned them for the Elite has truly lost all ability to think. Lemmings all.
Over the past few years, I've had the privilege of getting to know Sarah McBride through my role as President of the Medical Society of Delaware. She is truly extraordinary - a remarkable blend of intelligence, compassion, and genuine commitment to public service. Her decision to run for Congress was inspiring, and I am proud to stand among the many Delawareans who enthusiastically supported her candidacy.
The recent attacks by Ms. Mace are not just disappointing, but deeply troubling. Instead of engaging in substantive policy discussions that matter to constituents, these tactics represent a cynical approach that undermines the democratic process. Real leadership is about solving problems, building understanding, and bringing people together - not spreading misinformation or engaging in personal attacks.
I remain hopeful that Americans will see through these divisive tactics and recognize the true leadership qualities that Sarah McBride embodies. Our democracy is strongest when we elevate substantive dialogue and elect representatives who genuinely care about making a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Thank you for your support of Ms McBride and your enthusiastic endorsement. I am certain she will do good things for ALL Americans. She knows, as we all do, sewing division is the distraction the MAGA crowd uses as they serve their rich donors.
I agree we should let them “crash and burn” with their various follies however Representative-elect McBride should know she has support from all around the nation.
If anything, the election on 11/5 proved that hate and anger in the GOP is the name of their game and in America, as well. Nancy Mace is finally able to be who she is. Sickening how many there are.
As for the lies in Trump ads, they were many and prolific.
When I watched the GA/Texas college football game, the battle of #1 and #2, watched by millions, only Trump ads ran and most like this one. Bubba and the boys turned out for Trump. Who was running the Dem store?
Going low has paid off big time for the GOP.
Normalizing the impending jack hammer and chain saw regime is MSM new deal.
The abyss is dark and deep. God, Buddha and the Force help us.
What happened to compassion? To understanding? To kindness? To maturity? If Mace really had a problem with McBride vis-a-vis using the bathroom, then she should help carve out gender neutral bathrooms in the Capitol building. It's not that big a deal. At one point, there were no women's rooms, I imagine those needed to be added in the 20th century.
For heaven’s sake! We have a host of real problems, and our GOP leadership is going to concentrate on bathrooms and makeup? I have been wearing an HB2 rainbow colored ring in protest against silly bathroom legislation since Pat McCrory tried his little antics in NC, and I will probably die with it on my finger. I suppose such frippery belongs to an era where the President has a gold toilet in his home. Get a life, people!
So the deranged Orange Crevasse has all of the GOP spooked and running to apply their lips (after copious use of chapstick) to his ample, criminal rear.
A disgusting display of the obsequiousness R's are known for around the world!
great article. explaining how stupidity ( the dumbing down of education ) , logic and persecution of individuals destroys the right thing to do. This is how some religions overrules common sense. This is how lies conquer truth and evil wins out over good.
This is despicable. We have so many actual problems in the U.S. that she could be spending her time on instead. Such as the 7.2 million children who went hungry during 2023 because of lawmakers like Mace who waste their time being petty. https://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/food-nutrition-assistance/food-security-in-the-u-s/key-statistics-graphics/
Going to get worse. The SNAP program in on Elon and Vivek's chopping block
It's certainly going to get worse unless we scream no at the top of our lungs right now. I put together a guide for folks to fight the proposed recess appointments, which has to be a focus of ours for the next 2 months. I included explainers on why this is a critical fight. Here it is. Please take action! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VqbHs916J-SrOv3GMu22tGzWpB2IuaZutOVhzyB9wP4/edit?usp=drivesdk
I've been sending letters urging democrats to resist recess appointments courtesy of Scott Dworkin on substack.
yes - would be great to have an example for my network
Scott Dworkin
Nov 18
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To send letters to Senators on recess appointments: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-your-senators-dont-allow-trumps-recess-appointments/
Gaetz: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-your-senators-oppose-matt-gaetz-for-attorney-general/
Kennedy: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-your-senators-oppose-kennedy-for-health-and-human-services-secretary/
Fantastic! Can you provide that link, please? The more resources the better! 💯
Scott Dworkin
Nov 18
Pinned
To send letters to Senators on recess appointments: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-your-senators-dont-allow-trumps-recess-appointments/
Gaetz: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-your-senators-oppose-matt-gaetz-for-attorney-general/
Kennedy: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-your-senators-oppose-kennedy-for-health-and-human-services-secretary/
Wish screaming would help
Actually, it does. We just have to direct it at the right people. 5 calls is an excellent app for this https://5calls.org/
Thank you. Finding the right people is a challenge in cult land
Scott Dworkin
Nov 18
Pinned
To send letters to Senators on recess appointments: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-your-senators-dont-allow-trumps-recess-appointments/
Gaetz: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-your-senators-oppose-matt-gaetz-for-attorney-general/
Kennedy: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-your-senators-oppose-kennedy-for-health-and-human-services-secretary/
Adam Serwer proved right again; the cruelty is the point.
Yup, GOP legislators are reading the writing on the wall. Get in line with the far-right's control over the Republican Party, or get out of town. Mace is just safeguarding her position of relative power. Unless she really has become radicalized over this issue. Either way, it's dangerous rhetoric.
Despicable behavior of Mace. What a coward and hypocrite.
It would seem that the MAGA/GOP needs a distraction from their horrific cabinet appointments and catastrophic 2025 fueled agenda. We must also recognize that there is a large portion of the American public who believe that trans people are committing sins against their version of god . Progressives can not dismiss those beliefs and concerns without dialogue. Wokeness and immigration were extremely powerful weapons used in this past presidential campaign.
Hate was the main weapon
I was shocked some years ago when a Republican was captured on TV, throwing a dollar at a disabled man sitting on the ground, protesting against the lack of care and accessibility to freely move around towns. He stated “you want money? I’ll give you money!” And threw the dollar right at him as he sat there. I was shocked that he thought this was appropriate behavior. I’m still stunned at how low Republicans go. All of this is fueled by hate and encouraging all people of this nation to be as bad as they want to be. Not kind, understanding and loving but mean and hateful. By now I’m over being shocked. I’m depressed, profoundly sad and depressed.
Yes. And yet "Democrats have abandoned the working class and are only for the elites". How many times have I read that since the election? Bah! The media keeps suppressing the truth and some Democrats repeat it! How anyone can look at all the help Biden has done for the working class and the middle class and still think Biden abandoned them for the Elite has truly lost all ability to think. Lemmings all.
Over the past few years, I've had the privilege of getting to know Sarah McBride through my role as President of the Medical Society of Delaware. She is truly extraordinary - a remarkable blend of intelligence, compassion, and genuine commitment to public service. Her decision to run for Congress was inspiring, and I am proud to stand among the many Delawareans who enthusiastically supported her candidacy.
The recent attacks by Ms. Mace are not just disappointing, but deeply troubling. Instead of engaging in substantive policy discussions that matter to constituents, these tactics represent a cynical approach that undermines the democratic process. Real leadership is about solving problems, building understanding, and bringing people together - not spreading misinformation or engaging in personal attacks.
I remain hopeful that Americans will see through these divisive tactics and recognize the true leadership qualities that Sarah McBride embodies. Our democracy is strongest when we elevate substantive dialogue and elect representatives who genuinely care about making a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Thank you for your support of Ms McBride and your enthusiastic endorsement. I am certain she will do good things for ALL Americans. She knows, as we all do, sewing division is the distraction the MAGA crowd uses as they serve their rich donors.
However, Americans prefer HATE and LIES. Hate is as old as TIME. We have been given the choice and hate and lies won.
Mace and her colleagues are all about scapegoating, gaslighting, lies and misinformation. They're pathetic!
What is a helpful way for non constituents of either Mace or McBride to help/support McBride? And please don't say tweet.
I agree we should let them “crash and burn” with their various follies however Representative-elect McBride should know she has support from all around the nation.
If anything, the election on 11/5 proved that hate and anger in the GOP is the name of their game and in America, as well. Nancy Mace is finally able to be who she is. Sickening how many there are.
As for the lies in Trump ads, they were many and prolific.
When I watched the GA/Texas college football game, the battle of #1 and #2, watched by millions, only Trump ads ran and most like this one. Bubba and the boys turned out for Trump. Who was running the Dem store?
Going low has paid off big time for the GOP.
Normalizing the impending jack hammer and chain saw regime is MSM new deal.
The abyss is dark and deep. God, Buddha and the Force help us.
This is clearly a distraction so the sheep won't notice they're getting fleeced.
Trump won the popular vote; apparently a majority of American are happier hating each other than working together to solve problems.
Thank you PI for your write-up.
Oh for crying out loud, everyone has to go to the bathroom at least 5 times a day. As one gets old, double that number.
What happened to compassion? To understanding? To kindness? To maturity? If Mace really had a problem with McBride vis-a-vis using the bathroom, then she should help carve out gender neutral bathrooms in the Capitol building. It's not that big a deal. At one point, there were no women's rooms, I imagine those needed to be added in the 20th century.
Where are we now? The 21st century, come aboard.
For heaven’s sake! We have a host of real problems, and our GOP leadership is going to concentrate on bathrooms and makeup? I have been wearing an HB2 rainbow colored ring in protest against silly bathroom legislation since Pat McCrory tried his little antics in NC, and I will probably die with it on my finger. I suppose such frippery belongs to an era where the President has a gold toilet in his home. Get a life, people!
So the deranged Orange Crevasse has all of the GOP spooked and running to apply their lips (after copious use of chapstick) to his ample, criminal rear.
A disgusting display of the obsequiousness R's are known for around the world!
Comparing economic, health & educational stats in red vs blue states, I thought the choice was easy…https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3xBBk7Jy0A
Thanks for this link.
great article. explaining how stupidity ( the dumbing down of education ) , logic and persecution of individuals destroys the right thing to do. This is how some religions overrules common sense. This is how lies conquer truth and evil wins out over good.