A New Year’s plea to those who support the old regime

We are a nation of rules and the rules are boring. Embrace that. In times of difficulty, go with the boring option. When faced with a frightening crisis, tamp it down with ultra-boring moves. No matter what, stick with the rules.

I can’t avoid talking about Donald Trump but I’m going to make it brief. I know you don’t like him; neither do I. But let’s assume he’s only a politician. He’s not Hitler, Godzilla or the Beast of the Apocalypse—just a guy with a loud mouth and a desperate need for attention. Most Americans think of him that way.

This is not about him. It’s about you.

  • Neuromancer@lemm.eeM
    318·
    9 months ago

    He’s not Hitler, Godzilla or the Beast of the Apocalypse—just a guy with a loud mouth and a desperate need for attention

    I do think this is true.

    For some reason many people bought into Trump is an Uber conservative. He’s not. Why I was pleased with her performance. His policies were a mix of Republican and democrat policies. My trans friend says Trump is anti trans. He’s so anti trans he told Jenner she can use anyone bathroom she wants. Shudder. Trump has a lot of good policies but it’s his mouth that screws things up

    • PeepinGoodArgs@reddthat.comOP
      92·
      9 months ago

      He’s so anti trans he told Jenner she can use anyone bathroom she wants.

      I don’t think that reflects the politically strategic demonization of trans people that is so critical to the Republican brand.

      Specific trans-folk, particularly rich ones, are more than likely to be on Trump’s side. And if he is indeed some guy with a desperate need for attention, then once he gets it, it’s fine, Jenner can use whatever bathroom she wants.

    • PizzaMan@lemm.ee
      103·
      9 months ago

      Attempted overthrow of an election is bad. It’s not just his mouth.