I'm very glad to see both Santos and McCarthy gone, and the Senate needs to kick Bob Menendez out too. I think McCarthy has gotten an offer to be a pundit somewhere; he'll be terrible at it. He also saw the writing on the wall. If Trump is re-elected McCarthy will be screwed and if Biden is re-elected McCarthy will be screwed so best to jump ship now (rats and all that). It also means the House majority will be down from 4 - 2 members which is a good thing. The Trump trials are quickly getting to the FAFO stage and that should be interesting. Both Trump and Mike Johnson are showing their authoritarian true colors and sounding like idiots. We should all enjoy the holidays as 2024 will be a long, exhausting ride but I think democracy will prevail.
Indeed... quite apropos too... basically, piles of Sh*t are at the ready to be tossed into a big "This is the Law" fan... and when that happens "Sh*t gets Real"... or in the words of a saying from the late sixties "we'll make some action stick". I, of course, have been totally loading up on Popcorn... and tonight, per Joyce's suggestion, some Eggnog - albeit with "a wee dram" of Ike Blanton's cask strength.
McCarthy’s district is, in theory, solidly Republican. Nevertheless, wouldn’t it be nice if we got to flip it? It’s not impossible. Imagine the sheer terror a Democratic win in that district would instill in the Republican political consultant class. It would be so much fun to watch.
Is that district agribusiness land with some wineries on the periphery? I ask because McCarthy was very much like California republicans to my mind. Thx for any responses. Always like to understand polling and election results reporting and data.
I WISH that I could say that I felt sorry or remotely SYMPATHETIC for these snake - oil peddlers, but that's NOT happening, I'd be a big liar. Like they are. I feel nothing except CONTEMPT for them.
"If you have no principle, you will lose everything." Not always true, sadly, but I will be thrilled if this happens to DJT. If it does, the world will be a safer place. He, his entourage, and sycophants pose a major national security threat and are a danger to the free world. Human rights are freedom are worth fighting for. Thanks Mary for being a leader in this most important and valiant effort. I hope that folks in blue states sign up to volunteer or donate to 2024 swing states campaigns. The work of politics isn't glamorous or cheap, but it's needed to win, and win we must. Whoever (DEMS or GOP) puts in the most dollars and elbow grease will be the victor. That's the way it works. Freedom isn't free.
I'm fresh out of anything remotely resembling sympathy for corrupt morally bankrupt toadies who sat by while the US was in danger. Let the chips fall where they may.
I'm sure glad to the MAGAts in Congress slowly going down. But, I've been wondering if possibly Kevin suddenly quit mid-term because he's been in conversations with Jack Smith re J6 for Donald's trial set to begin March 4, 2024. I would think he would have some interesting inside tales to relate to the Jack Smith team.
I like 👍 👌 the icarus reference. I couldn't believe Mar a Lago could be as hideous looking as in the picture, so I googled. It is indeed that ugly and more so.
I would love to subscribe. I have very limited money a month. I can't even pay bills. It's not lack of want, it's lack of funds. I do love you Mary and respect you and the things you stand up for. You are incredible keep up the good work. You make a difference. ❤️
I have never seem the Orange one smile a sincere smile or exhibit a genuine laugh. He is too soulless for either. Poor craven McCarthy. Didn't he know that everything the Orange one touches dies?
Unfortunately we can't pick our family, but if we have good supportive friends we can stand up for what we believe is right and moral. So many of us are glad you are speaking the truth about the orange blob. If I wasn't on a fixed income I'd certainly subscribe to your substack essays.
Many of us can only send Mary all kinds of thanks and wishes for good Karma for all the ways she's been the recipient of the fallout from too many prior Trumps mistreating her Dad vis how they split up family $$$$, but Mary knows we care and thank her, including for turning over DJT and Fred Trump tax & financial records to Suzanne Craig of the NYT. So here's at least some virtual flowers today and wishes for good luck, good health and financial gain from those that can help that way.
McCarthy didn't exactly say he was leaving politics, hopefully he's planning on the rotating door to lobbyist. He's a sufficiently low class worm to be a lobbyist. So long as he keeps his filthy hands out of California State politics, I don't really care what he does. Now the repubs only have a two seat advantage. I wish our Governor Newsom could do the indecent thing and appoint a democrat to fill out his term, but I think he's going to hold a special election. Too bad, Donald Duck or Pluto would have been suitable fill-ins.
I'm very glad to see both Santos and McCarthy gone, and the Senate needs to kick Bob Menendez out too. I think McCarthy has gotten an offer to be a pundit somewhere; he'll be terrible at it. He also saw the writing on the wall. If Trump is re-elected McCarthy will be screwed and if Biden is re-elected McCarthy will be screwed so best to jump ship now (rats and all that). It also means the House majority will be down from 4 - 2 members which is a good thing. The Trump trials are quickly getting to the FAFO stage and that should be interesting. Both Trump and Mike Johnson are showing their authoritarian true colors and sounding like idiots. We should all enjoy the holidays as 2024 will be a long, exhausting ride but I think democracy will prevail.
What is FAFO?
F*ck around, find out.
Thank you
Indeed... quite apropos too... basically, piles of Sh*t are at the ready to be tossed into a big "This is the Law" fan... and when that happens "Sh*t gets Real"... or in the words of a saying from the late sixties "we'll make some action stick". I, of course, have been totally loading up on Popcorn... and tonight, per Joyce's suggestion, some Eggnog - albeit with "a wee dram" of Ike Blanton's cask strength.
🙏From your mouth to God's ear!
McCarthy’s district is, in theory, solidly Republican. Nevertheless, wouldn’t it be nice if we got to flip it? It’s not impossible. Imagine the sheer terror a Democratic win in that district would instill in the Republican political consultant class. It would be so much fun to watch.
I am a California resident but this is not my district ut I do hope.. Sending cards to help.
Miracles do happen. 🤩
thank you, Flo! I do that too
you go Girl !! We are all in this together for sure
🤩🤩
Me too, Flo! I'm in District 6
you go girl !!!
We need-so many of those prayers for all sorts of things, like the mass shooting yesterday and of course in Israel and Gaza, Sudan, etc.
May your wish come true, Walter ! If wishing ill luck on these Insane Clown Posse freaks is WRONG. I don't want to be right.
I like you
🙏 I've been sending out a lot of these praying hands today!
Is that district agribusiness land with some wineries on the periphery? I ask because McCarthy was very much like California republicans to my mind. Thx for any responses. Always like to understand polling and election results reporting and data.
Good for us. Anyone else find it amusing that he resigned the day after Liz Cheney's book came out.
I was just thinking about this. Made me smile.
I WISH that I could say that I felt sorry or remotely SYMPATHETIC for these snake - oil peddlers, but that's NOT happening, I'd be a big liar. Like they are. I feel nothing except CONTEMPT for them.
SUCK IT GQP, party of UNCHRISTIAN values.
Mary. So much courage.
In the end, Mary, Donald will be defeated but we shall have to work on our commitment to do good.
"If you have no principle, you will lose everything." Not always true, sadly, but I will be thrilled if this happens to DJT. If it does, the world will be a safer place. He, his entourage, and sycophants pose a major national security threat and are a danger to the free world. Human rights are freedom are worth fighting for. Thanks Mary for being a leader in this most important and valiant effort. I hope that folks in blue states sign up to volunteer or donate to 2024 swing states campaigns. The work of politics isn't glamorous or cheap, but it's needed to win, and win we must. Whoever (DEMS or GOP) puts in the most dollars and elbow grease will be the victor. That's the way it works. Freedom isn't free.
Awesome. Yes donald is next let's go....!
I'm fresh out of anything remotely resembling sympathy for corrupt morally bankrupt toadies who sat by while the US was in danger. Let the chips fall where they may.
I'm sure glad to the MAGAts in Congress slowly going down. But, I've been wondering if possibly Kevin suddenly quit mid-term because he's been in conversations with Jack Smith re J6 for Donald's trial set to begin March 4, 2024. I would think he would have some interesting inside tales to relate to the Jack Smith team.
McCarthy Is Resigning at End Of Current Term Not Resigning Now
They said at the end of this year. 2023. They said that it's not known yet what will be done about filling his seat for next year.
🙏Wow, I'm using so many of these today!
One who deceives will always find those who allow themselves to be deceived.
--Niccolo Machiavelli
Thank you to our Princess (Mary) Lea!
CAN I GET A BIG SECULAR AMEN ?
Amen brother!
I like 👍 👌 the icarus reference. I couldn't believe Mar a Lago could be as hideous looking as in the picture, so I googled. It is indeed that ugly and more so.
Someone said as Mar-A-Lago was reappraised that it looked like a Desheveled Red Roof Inn
I would love to subscribe. I have very limited money a month. I can't even pay bills. It's not lack of want, it's lack of funds. I do love you Mary and respect you and the things you stand up for. You are incredible keep up the good work. You make a difference. ❤️
Thank you 💕
I have never seem the Orange one smile a sincere smile or exhibit a genuine laugh. He is too soulless for either. Poor craven McCarthy. Didn't he know that everything the Orange one touches dies?
Sold his Soul with others to Trump for power.
We probably saw as much soul-selling in the last 6 years as in the previous 50. One of the hallmarks of the DT era.
He gave them IOUs written on toilet paper, probably.
Sold his soul a lot longer ago than that...
KARMA TIDAL WAVE TIME, BEETCHES. It couldn't happen to a more deserving bunch of sycophantic toadies in need of spines, guts & balls.
Adieu, auf weidersehn, hasta la vista, babies.
Unfortunately we can't pick our family, but if we have good supportive friends we can stand up for what we believe is right and moral. So many of us are glad you are speaking the truth about the orange blob. If I wasn't on a fixed income I'd certainly subscribe to your substack essays.
Sue Laue
Many of us can only send Mary all kinds of thanks and wishes for good Karma for all the ways she's been the recipient of the fallout from too many prior Trumps mistreating her Dad vis how they split up family $$$$, but Mary knows we care and thank her, including for turning over DJT and Fred Trump tax & financial records to Suzanne Craig of the NYT. So here's at least some virtual flowers today and wishes for good luck, good health and financial gain from those that can help that way.
🌷🌹🌺🌷🌼,
McCarthy didn't exactly say he was leaving politics, hopefully he's planning on the rotating door to lobbyist. He's a sufficiently low class worm to be a lobbyist. So long as he keeps his filthy hands out of California State politics, I don't really care what he does. Now the repubs only have a two seat advantage. I wish our Governor Newsom could do the indecent thing and appoint a democrat to fill out his term, but I think he's going to hold a special election. Too bad, Donald Duck or Pluto would have been suitable fill-ins.
Stephanie Ruhle said she saw him today with a bunch of wall street bankers having a Christmas power lunch.
Figures!