Open Thread – 9/25/2019

Posted by TomCat at 10:17 am Open Thread, Personal, Politics

Sep 252019

It’s a busy day here at the CatBox. My medical waste company will be here in about 45 minutes to exchange my sharps container. The security procedures here are tight. Anytime someone comes for me, they need to call me. Then I need to go down to the lobby and let them in, and have them sign in. To get them to the 3rd floor I need to activate the elevator with a fob card. When they leave, I have to escort them back to the lobby and sign them out. Fortunately, I got a medical exception for WWWendy. She has her own mailbox key and door fobs. Speaking of WWWendy, It’s her day to de-stink the TomCat! Happy Hump Day to all!

Jig Zone Puzzle:

Today’s took me 3:30 (average 4:57). To do it, click here. How did you do?

Cartoon:

How many have survived the Republican Reich?

Short Takes:

From The New Yorker: A reportedly panic-stricken Donald J. Trump ordered a dozen new Sharpies before releasing a transcript of his phone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Trump was reportedly incensed after he discovered that aides had not replenished his supply of Sharpies after he used his last one diverting the path of Hurricane Dorian.

In New York for the United Nations General Assembly, Vice-President Mike Pence scoured stationery stores in midtown Manhattan to find the precious Sharpies, but came up empty.

I see Andy abandoned satire for straight news again. RESIST!!

From YouTube (Trae Crowder Channel): Bubblebustin: A Liberal Redneck Fox News Watch-Along – Ep. 1 – Area 51

Barf Bag Alert!!

On rare occasions, I’ve done the same thing to debunk the Republican Reichsministry Propaganda, Faux Noise. This time, I needed extra Alka-Seltzer. RESIST!!

From YouTube (Robert Reich Channel): Robert Reich: Trump’s Economy Revealed

Of course the Reich on the left. Robert Reich, is right. The only financial achievement attributable to the Fuhrer and the Reich on the Right, the Republican Reich is stealing your modest wealth and giving it to greedy Republican billionaires and corporate criminals. RESIST!!

Vote Blue!!

Our Favorite Political Fruit

Posted by TomCat at 10:42 am Politics

Sep 242019

Largely because of the extreme foot dragging by Nancy Pelosi and a few swing-district Democrats, Resident Donald Trump, Fuhrer of the Republican Reich, became convinced that he could get away with anything. Therefore, he committed a crime so extreme that impeaching him is now our only rational choice.

Folks, I think the president of the United States is going to be impeached.

The signals are clear. First, seven new members of the House, all with national-security backgrounds, published an op-ed Monday demanding that the administration hand over a whistle-blower complaint that reportedly alleges misconduct by President Donald Trump – and saying that impeachment would be the proper response if the reports about the complaint are true. Then two allies of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said much the same.

Impeachment still isn’t certain. The immediate flash point is a Thursday deadline the House has set for the whistle-blower complaint to be delivered. If the administration complies, it’s possible that the added details in the complaint could defuse the situation somewhat (although what Trump has already admitted to should be sufficient for an impeachment). And so far, only the Republican-turned-independent Justin Amash seems likely to join the House Democrats, while conviction would require a lot more Republican defections than seem likely at the moment.

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Here are two video clips to elucidate the story.

‘Game Changer’ Ukraine Scandal Prompts New Calls For Impeachment

With her national security credentials and representation of a swing district, Rep. Elaine Luria’s recommendation is most credible.

Pelosi Reconsiders Impeachment Resistance, Talks Next Steps With Nadler

I’m most pleased and surprised to see Pelosi actually considering impeachment, instead of protecting her own political turf by putting the Party before the nation.

I’ve changed my mind too. I think Articles of Impeachment should be tried in the Senate. I do not expect a conviction. But I think that watching Republican Senators cravenly cower and squirm to protect their Fuhrer will disgust voters so much they will flush those Republicans.

The swing district Democrats, who are dragging their feet now, have two choices. They can lose support for backing impeachment, or they can lose even more support for enabling Trump!

RESIST!!

Open Thread – 9/24/2019

Posted by TomCat at 10:41 am Open Thread, Personal, Politics

Sep 242019

It’s a muggy day, here in the CatBox. I was pretty busy last night, am running late, and am feeling tired. I’ll still be in the saddle tomorrow, but may be a bit late to publish, because my medical waste company is coming to exchange my sharps container. Hugs to all.

Jig Zone Puzzle:

Today’s took me 3:45 (average 6:07). To do it, click here. How did you do?

Cartoon:

Fantasy Football Report:

Here’s the latest from our own fantasy football league.

Scores:

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Congrats to Squatch, Vivian, and I for winning our games. I had the week high score.

Standings:

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Congrats to Vivian for leading the league.

Players, have your lineup set before Thursday Night Football.

Short Takes:

From The New Yorker: The former President Richard M. Nixon became the latest person to call for Donald J. Trump’s impeachment on Monday, holding an extraordinary press conference in Hell to do so.

“I see the news every day and I shake my head,” Nixon said, the infernal flames of Hades licking his jowls. “How has this bastard not been impeached yet?”

The former President said that the Watergate scandal, which led to his resignation from office, was “like jaywalking” compared to Trump’s interactions with a foreign government.

“I’ll admit that my subversion of democracy wasn’t ideal, but this Ukrainian business is some next-level shit,” Nixon said.

Dang, Andy! Thus sayeth Tricky Dick about Tiny Dick. Ands he ever right! May Trump join him soon! RESIST!!

From YouTube (NBC News Channel): Watch Greta Thunberg’s Impassioned Speech: ‘Change Is Coming Whether You Like It Or Not’

What intense emotions supporting such obvious truth! Kudos! RESIST!!

From YouTube (Parody Project Channel): SAUDI’S BITCH

Way to go! Trump and Salmon both have brown stains on their noses! RESIST!!

Vote Blue!!

Personal Update – 9/23/2019

Posted by TomCat at 12:47 pm Open Thread, Personal, Politics

Sep 232019

I’ll barely have time to start this, before L leave for the doctor, so I’ll finish when I return.

I’m back. The appointment was a surprise. Megan prescribed me Prilosec, as I am one of the people for whom severe depression is a side effect of Tagamet. She did an EKG. It was unchanged. She referred me to a cardiologist for possible stress test and/or echocardiogram.

Jig Zone Puzzle:

Today’s took me 3:20 (average 4:38). To do it, click here. How did you do?

Cartoon:

Happy Autumn:

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Religious Agony:

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My Broncos stunk so bad that I thank the blessed Orb that the score was not worse.

Vote Blue!!

Sunday Smile: Potpourri

Posted by SoINeedAName at 2:42 pm Politics

Sep 222019

People have been amazed by the splicing skill in this mash-up Tweet apparently pitting Samuel L. Jackson from “Pulp Fiction” with Brett Kavanaugh during his confirmation hearing. It’s gotten 80,000 Likes!

There’s no CC so I have no idea what it deals with. I’d appreciate it if someone would provide just a thumbnail sketch of what it’s about.

To whomever did this fine video edit of Samuel L. Jackson absolutely destroying Brett Kavanaugh, thank you. pic.twitter.com/sL6jYrS1Xn

— Blair Imani (@BlairImani) September 16, 2019

Came across an interesting “Dear Abby” letter in today’s paper. I can see why he’d be worried about sullying his reputation!

[ETA: Above inspired by similar one I saw at Democratic Underground]

And who knew Melania could be funny? (Yeah, I’m reprising it – because it still makes me chuckle.)

Sitting at the breakfast table in the upstairs living quarters of the White House, Melania tells Donald that she had a dream about him last night. And in her dream, Trump had finally gotten his huge military parade down Pennsylvania Avenue for which he has so long yearned.

She shares that it was spectacular: Military bands headed the procession that was celebrated by hundreds of thousands of cheering, flag-waving Americans lining both sides of the avenue and stretching as far as the eye could see. A crowd that was easily twice as large as Pres. Obama’s Inauguration.

“I bet I had a huge smile!” Trump exclaimed.

“I couldn’t tell,” Melania replied. “It was a closed casket.”

Angelflowers Has a BIG Mouth! ;-)

Posted by TomCat at 8:49 am Blog News, Politics

Sep 222019

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Angel is a newcomer here at Politics Plus. She followed us for a while at Care2, and when that site shut down, she popped in to ask me to share my articles at Care2Share, a group of Care2 refugees at Mewe. She been a regular ever since. Nevertheless, this was only her 43rd comment here, so I know very little about her. I have learned that she cares deeply for people, animals and the earth. She is a dedicated advocate for all. Based in her IP address, I think she lives in the UK.

Because, her comment was an even multiple of 10,000, she gets a prize to go with her award: her choice of a Politics Plus mug or a Politics Plus T-shirt. I’ll contact her shortly to find out which she wants and make arrangements to have it made and shipped to her.

Please join me in thanking her for her participation, encouraging her to keep coming, and praising her for her care and concern.

RESIST!!

Open Thread – 9/22/2019

Posted by TomCat at 8:48 am Open Thread, Personal, Politics

Sep 222019

It’s an unusual day here in the CatBox. WWWendy won’t be here to de-stink the rancid TomCat until midafternoon, so I’m posting today. It’s also a Holy Day in the Church of the Ellipsoid Orb. My Broncos are meditating with the Packers in Green Bay. Time to get out the Vaseline. May the Holy Orb bless your team, unless their fans wear fake cheese. Tomorrow please expect no more than a Personal Update, and that probably after lunch. I’m going to the medical appointment for my hiatal hernia. Ellipsoid Orb Hugs!

Jig Zone Puzzle:

Today’s took me 3:02 (average 4:21). To do it, click here. How did you do?

Cartoon:

Short Takes:

From YouTube (Oregonian Channel): Police pin down 2 teens, crowd reacts

In spite of all the wonderful things about Portland, our police have been notorious for employing Gestapo tactics for years. I suspect that the officers in charge of harassing teens, who were peacefully demonstrating for the earth, were Republicans. RESIST!!

From YouTube (A blast from the past): The Cowsils_ The Rain, The Park, & Other Things

Ah… the memories! RESIST!!

From The New Yorker: In a shakeup that White House insiders said was a long time coming, one of the voices in Rudy Giuliani’s head has resigned.

The resignation, which was officially tendered on Saturday morning, seemed inevitable after the former New York mayor made an appearance on CNN Thursday evening in which two of the voices in his head appeared to be in open warfare with each other.

“When that happened, it was clear that Rudy’s head was not big enough for the both of them,” a White House insider said. “And Rudy has an extremely big head.”

In an official statement, Giuliani thanked the departing voice for its service, and said that he was confident that the four remaining voices in his head would work well together.

Dang, Andy! I hope it’s the voice that keeps parroting 9/11. RESIST!!

Vote Blue!!

Bill Maher from 9/20

Posted by TomCat at 9:45 am Politics

Sep 212019

It’s that time of week again, so here are four fine video clips from Bill’s show last night. Enjoy!

Monologue: Trump’s Treason Three-Way

The same thing happened to Trump when he was in college. Since someone pushed Trump’s penis into her hand, she hasn’t stopped laughing. The President of the Ukraine hasn’t stopped laughing yet either. Absent America’s racist history, I think Trudeau intended no affront.

I Don’t Know It For a Fact…I Just Know It’s True