tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post1754575167036406026..comments2024-02-17T04:06:00.805-05:00Comments on Just Not Said: Donald Trump's appealJohn Craighttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08729625146043379286noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-78164573767936032712016-02-27T12:14:18.059-05:002016-02-27T12:14:18.059-05:00Birdie --
You just gave me an idea for a post: why...Birdie --<br />You just gave me an idea for a post: why is the Republican establishment afraid of Donald Trump? I'll put it up in the next few days, that'll be my reply to you. Thank you. John Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08729625146043379286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-73405880319588948662016-02-27T10:53:34.876-05:002016-02-27T10:53:34.876-05:00What I don't understand is why the Republican ...What I don't understand is why the Republican establishment is not behind Trump, more supportive of him. Trump is concerned about the well-being of our country, hopefully, being able to get into office and make definite improvements to this country. The Republican party should do what's best for the country, support Trump. I personally don't trust or care for some of the big wigs in the Republican establishment. I guess Trump is shaking things up, for the better (which is threatening to some folks).<br /><br />-birdieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-55666979179414864772016-02-27T10:39:26.293-05:002016-02-27T10:39:26.293-05:00Birdie --
You've touched on a lot of interesti...Birdie --<br />You've touched on a lot of interesting points. It's not only the national media, but also the Republican establishment that's got the knives out for Trump….Yes, I heard about the Polish workers who worked on one of his construction sites….And there's been some talk about killing Trump, some of it metaphorical, but you never know when some idiot is going to take that literally. John Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08729625146043379286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-59339490178951886272016-02-27T10:32:29.371-05:002016-02-27T10:32:29.371-05:00Trump is doing well. Last night, I watched the na...Trump is doing well. Last night, I watched the national news and saw where the liberal media is trying to stir up trouble for Trump - apparently, years ago, Trump had illegal aliens working for him. Also, Rubio is getting a little more feisty when he talks about his main opponent, Trump. Interestingly, Chris Christie has endorsed Trump. I pray for Trump, that no harm comes to him.<br /><br />-birdieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-15237318564414148882016-02-10T09:39:18.848-05:002016-02-10T09:39:18.848-05:00Birdie --
I was happy to se that result too.Birdie --<br />I was happy to se that result too.John Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08729625146043379286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-36156321372381105762016-02-10T09:33:09.910-05:002016-02-10T09:33:09.910-05:00I'm am beyond thrilled for Trump, having won N...I'm am beyond thrilled for Trump, having won New Hampshire. May Trump (with God's help) continue to be a solid winner, letting the establishment politicians realize that Americans are fed up with their b.s.<br /><br />-birdieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-61038965748713639942016-01-20T10:49:16.882-05:002016-01-20T10:49:16.882-05:00Since Muslim terrorists are spreading their jihad ...Since Muslim terrorists are spreading their jihad attacks to all countries, we do need to recognize that they are a real threat and be willing to bomb the hell out of them (although I don't like murdering people). Unfortunately, PC speak tries to convince us that Muslims are peaceful people. I disagree with this theory, believing that Mohammed was a violent prophet, his followers following suit. Our President, obviously, is a Muslin sympathizer, a radical socialist, etc. What a MESS our world is in. God help us.<br /><br />- SusanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-2890078504189969052016-01-20T10:40:56.579-05:002016-01-20T10:40:56.579-05:00Susan --
I'm a little surprised that Trump has...Susan --<br />I'm a little surprised that Trump has gotten more hawkish. At the first debate he said that our current policy was insane, trying to defeat Assad (who is fighting ISIS) and trying to defeat ISIS at the same time. What he said back then was, let's let them fight it out and then pick up the pieces. That made sense to me. Since then the situation has shifted a bit with Putin coming down on Assad's side. But still, one of the things I liked about Trump was that he was not a warmonger like, say, McCain or Graham. John Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08729625146043379286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-41643885418582592122016-01-20T10:28:32.208-05:002016-01-20T10:28:32.208-05:00My son attended a Trump rally (he's not a Trum...My son attended a Trump rally (he's not a Trump supporter, sad to say, having attended the rally for historical reasons) and brought home two buttons. He gave me a, Trump, Make America Great Again, button and the one that he kept for himself, said, Bomb the _hit out of ISIS. I was surprised to see this button, especially the message that was on it (approved by the Trump campaign).<br /><br />- Susan Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-31805975984009620162015-08-13T09:15:11.556-04:002015-08-13T09:15:11.556-04:00"But we're probably asking too much."..."But we're probably asking too much."<br /><br />John, I'm you're right.Quartermainnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-72946663512942490992015-08-12T18:43:50.419-04:002015-08-12T18:43:50.419-04:00Allan --
Yes -- Donald Trump's ability to fina...Allan --<br />Yes -- Donald Trump's ability to finance his own campaign, nerve, brashness, and attitude towards political correctness and immigration. And Ron Paul's asceticism and desire for small government. <br /><br />But we're probably asking too much. John Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08729625146043379286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-39376445900028411322015-08-12T16:43:33.152-04:002015-08-12T16:43:33.152-04:00I too have reservations about Trump but I do agree...I too have reservations about Trump but I do agree with him on political correctness, illegal immigration, and the so-called trade deals.<br /><br />My ideal candidate would have the combination of the best aspects of Ron Paul and Trump, that is neither is putting us on.Quartermainnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-9501282027509352302015-08-12T05:01:01.461-04:002015-08-12T05:01:01.461-04:00Gardner --
Merci beaucoup for that comment, and h...Gardner -- <br />Merci beaucoup for that comment, and hope you're enjoying your Parisian vacation. It's always good to get outside the Beltway bubble, as you just alluded to, even if the City of Lights has turned into the City of Blights. (Or maybe I'm reading too much into the fact that you said the migrant crisis has "come to" rather than "gone to" Paris.)<br /><br />You've described the liberal mentality perfectly. And the fact that it's so intolerant in nature -- while preaching tolerance -- is perfectly illustrated by you having to stay in the closet.John Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08729625146043379286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-54525516360019810092015-08-11T11:45:56.770-04:002015-08-11T11:45:56.770-04:00I am reluctant to admit it, but I feel the same wa...I am reluctant to admit it, but I feel the same way. I almost don't care what an ass he is. They (politicians) are all asses of one stripe or another, aren't they? And if he actually makes something with immigration happen, I'll be thrilled.<br /><br />I have discussed him amongst my literal friends at diner -- there is universal disgust and a complete lack of understanding about why he would appeal to anyone. Can you say bubble? When I try to explain his appeal, my friends are flabbergasted. Some have actually told me they think HRC is paying to keep Trump around b/c he's so bad for the Republican party! This is a real theory floating around the libs. I truly live in Libtardia.<br /><br />My only policy beef with him -- and all these stupid Republicans -- is his new anti-abortion stance. As Lion of the Blogosphere puts it so well, abortion is the only eugenic program we have in this country. And I, for one, am grateful every day for it. Although you can bet your bottom dollar I would never utter that in public. I stick with the more politically palatable "pro-choice!" and "womyn's rights!"<br /><br />Meanwhile, the migrant crisis has come to Paris! C'est super! Abut 300 "migrants" have taken over, and are squatting in, a school in the 19th arrondissement of Paris. The (socialist) mayor has decided NOT to kick them out.<br /><br />-GardnerAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-65358456080396943972015-08-10T09:36:42.207-04:002015-08-10T09:36:42.207-04:00Susan --
You're exactly right: he has no filte...Susan --<br />You're exactly right: he has no filter. It'll be his downfall, but it also makes for much better entertainment. John Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08729625146043379286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-2828366572676690832015-08-10T09:36:07.174-04:002015-08-10T09:36:07.174-04:00Mark Caplan --
I think Super Fly is a close spirit...Mark Caplan --<br />I think Super Fly is a close spiritual (as well as genetic) relative of those African potentates I mentioned. John Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08729625146043379286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-62075256302839289242015-08-10T09:29:40.410-04:002015-08-10T09:29:40.410-04:00I guess Donald Trump doesn't see the need to t...I guess Donald Trump doesn't see the need to think before he speaks. He say's whatever pops into his head. He's a character.<br /><br />- Susan<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-51385644270297496062015-08-10T06:34:34.240-04:002015-08-10T06:34:34.240-04:00If you add up the braggadocio, the bling, the show...If you add up the braggadocio, the bling, the showboating, the thin skin, the angry temper, the wisecracks, the emotional expressiveness, the multiple bankruptcies, the bad hair, and the string of slinky white models for wives, what do you get? Super Fly.Mark Caplanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15157338755022593966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-8485858167134567112015-08-10T05:31:12.876-04:002015-08-10T05:31:12.876-04:00Mark --
Good points, both about Trump (no humility...Mark --<br />Good points, both about Trump (no humility, false or otherwise), and about other politicians. It's almost as if by definition any humility a Presidential candidate shows is false, since you have to be a narcissistic personality in the first place to think you're the man who should be running the country. John Craighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08729625146043379286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5794535954827182754.post-24713022003325995882015-08-09T22:40:20.378-04:002015-08-09T22:40:20.378-04:00There is no false humility in Trump. Actually, no...There is no false humility in Trump. Actually, no humility period. I do think I know Donald many warts and all and this transparency I find appealing. One of the annoying things that many politicians do is talk about their humble roots. My dad was a loser but I am awesome, isn't this country great. That is bragging as badly as anything Trump says but those other politicians don't get called on it. Trump has many flaws but when he says he doesn't have time for political correctness, I say Amen.markhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02083316354675176699noreply@blogger.com