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We are on a path to becoming a global pariah. Betraying our democratic principles Abandoning the sick and starving here and abroad Violating human rights Threatening our allies Casting out science and scientists There’s nothing great about any of this.

Those of us who actually pay attention to and have even a cursory understanding of how the world works understand this. But for MAGA, this is exactly what they want. After all, Europe is just a bunch of woke, homosexual communists, right? Ignorance is fascism's accomplice.

Australian here. I have replaced every American-owned brand in my shopping trolley with products from Australia or other countries. I have checked every pharmaceutical in our house to make sure there are no American owned brands. Next month we will be buying an ev. It will probably be Korean.

As an American who is desperate to stop the rot in my country caused by Trump and his minions, I say bravo to you. America needs to be punished for what half our population has done to the world. Unfortunately, only pain will get through to some people. And we need all the help we can get.

Well, that gives us as europeans the chance to grow up and remain independent pluralistic democracies with own agenda. Despite that I hope the USA recover. You are one of the oldest democracies in the world.

I am trying to put a value to the damage, but the numbers seem ridiculously high and long lasting: Loss of exports (incl. military complex), tourism, domestic growth and purchasing power, soft power, import of ideas and chasers of the dream. Can you put a number to the loss?

Amongst my friends the perception of America has very quickly turned from very positive to extremely wary. Even if Trump doesn’t care, surely American business will?

Well, when you have your mini me VP scold Europe, threaten Ukraine sovereignty, cozy up to the tiny Russian despot, put tariffs on everything and reduce military aid, what the hell do you think would happen? ‘Merica has lost Canada already.

But the US gets closer to the idea of democracy by HL Hencken: On some great and glorious day the plain folks of the land will reach their heart’s desire at last and the White House will be adorned by a downright moron.”

Would like to see this stat for Canada. Likely went from mid 60s to 10% best case. The orange buffoon will not only make you a pariah, the likelihood you will fall like Rome increases daily. Rise up against tyrrany, or accept your countries fall.

Many countries have travel advisories about travel to the USA. Tourists bring tax dollars and support jobs. I guess a guy who bankrupted casinos can't comprehend that.

In declaring our independence, our claimed sovereignty as a free nation among nations, Jefferson saw the agency in such alliances, stating “ a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation.” How far we’ve fallen.

Trump won this election by 1.5%. The other 48.5% of American voters are sickened to our core by what's happening. I don't think I've had a decent night's sleep since Trump took office. So keep in mind that about half of us are suffering along with the rest of the world. And suffer we must.

There have always been those kinds of people. Everywhere. We’ve just allowed them to gain traction. They must be defeated electorally or you get the US. And they’ll be like this for a generation, I imagine.

As an American and a veteran in the MAGA regime, I can’t blame them. MAGA is nothing but traitorous bullies, now ignoring and threatening judges and legal immigrants! I love my country but there’s a limit to what is acceptable and we crossed that threshold during his 1st term. 🌏Friends 🌍 I’m sorry 💔

You are correct. Our institutions have let us down, and have demonstrated how fragile democratic forms of government really are. Only the people can save us now. This should serve as a lesson for Canada and the rest of the free world. Protect your freedom like it was your child.

One of the themes of King Lear is that he wants to give up responsibilities and obligations, but keep the power and regality of King. In fact, he immediately starts getting lied to, ignored, belittled, insulted and treated as he really is, a fond, foolish old man. Relinquish duty, forfeit power

I ask what "mandate" ever proposed worked and how? Second, as an imagination via media and education, life on Mars is possible or real? Words. As for a President, he does not have a personal constitution of obeying his oath and service to the rules and regulations of the USA. "Invented" "doge". WTAF

The the US used to be like the big brother who would watch NATO's back. Now, instead of a big brother watching their back, Trump is teaming up with Putin. Who wouldn't feel betrayed?

Andrew Flanagan@andrewf68.bsky.social

Section 3 of 14th Amendment is self-executing - congressional action is not required. Nor is it required tRump be convicted of insurrection or rebellion against U.S. Constitution tells us disqualification of tRump is not anti-democratic. www.politico.com/news/magazin...

Only thing Trump/ Rethuglicans understand is an organized stance against fascism. Their Achilles heel is their wallets. Shut it down! We need influencers, politicians, and media. If one day isn't enough there's six more in a work week! Stay safe, stay warm, stay home! Walk out Wednesdays!