Mike from SoCal

On my way back to the US from Australia. Brisbane was a great home base for the last month, Bundaberg has that charm (and Rum). Gearing up for my LAX flight in a few hours. Long day.

So, If Trump finds fraud in Georgia and won, and by this (other things) won the 2020 election, would that make his current term illegal under the 22nd Amendment. I guess it comes down if an elected president actually serves the term? Besides posturing or "I told you so" moment, what is to be gained

If you have HBO, please watch Prime Minister, about Hacienda Arden. It is quite eye opening on how a head of state handles a crisis.

Let me throw out this question...why are are trying to extend life expectancy? The dichotomy is that we want to live as long as possible and if you are religious, you want to meet your maker, so which is it. As we are living longer, the strain on society is greater, especially our families.

This creator needs an Emmy

To bring some calm to the hectic nature of our lives, I listened to Obama's elegy for John McCain. Some should take a moment to look at both these men at the way how we should treat all people fairly regardless of your political leaning. It seems the days of bein civil are gone. We need to learn.

My parents (in their late 70s) have told me and my family to stop what we are doing and head back to Australia. It's a sad state of affairs when the boomer generation from another country are telling you to "get the fuck out!"

OK, writing this through gritted teeth. 1. Senate Dems vote for the CR to open Govt. Yes I know the consequences. Dems need to outlay their decisions. 2. House is forced to go into session. Get AG(AZ) sworn in. 3. Push for Epstein Files. 4. Let Republicans own the fallout 5. Hit rock bottom. Sorry!

Yes, this is what a normal person would say, but as others have pointed out, this is an example of a politician who is being affected but her owns party's politics. Her constituents are upset and she is mitigating the damage to her political future. So, I'll take it, but I won't believe it.

RIP Jane Goodall, you were one of the best ones.

Thought this was interesting youtu.be/RP8Oxe6OxJc?...

Even if you don't agree or like Obama, he was the example of a Statesman on the national stage. Though he disagreed with John McCain, he respected him. We need more of this in our country. youtu.be/eLIlOQuzTnU?...

Even though I did not agree with Charlie Kirk and his ideology, his death is abhorrent and not aligned to the values of this country. It is beyond a shame that this is what we have come to. There is nothing I can say to comfort his family, thoughts and prayers will not bring him back.

Regardless of your political learning, why is it we can't have statesmen like this. In this day and age with all the tragedy that has occurred, this is a steadfast acclamation of respect for each other. youtu.be/fp85zRg2cwg?...

As much as I detest social media, at least our reps in Congress could engage with us. @daveminca.bsky.social @congressmin.bsky.social @schiff.senate.gov They will post stuff, but never follow up.

As a father of a newly High School graduate and an incoming HS freshman, this made me giggle.

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Am I mistaken, or was there a picture with a podium with the Presidential Seal on it? How is that on his "personal" time?

This was funny, yet on point. www.facebook.com/reel/6675680...

Literal Brownshirts hauling away an old Jewish Lady. Is this what our country has come to? Take note and do something @schiff.senate.gov @congressmin.bsky.social @raskin.house.gov @sanders.senate.gov @repmoskowitz.bsky.social @aoc.bsky.social @booker.senate.gov @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social

Ahh...Australia. Just the simple life.

Why can't we remember this? youtu.be/wTjMqda19wk?...

This made me laugh..cuz I am a science nerd.

Earthquake in Julian, CA 5.2m. Felt it in north OC. Got the alert on our phones.

Its so absurd you just have to laugh

This is a basic explanation of the tariffs and how small businesses in the USA work. youtu.be/jCS-LS4LUXk?...

As an Australian, the reason Australia does not import beef, is because it is usually the second largest global beef exporter, only to Brazil. The Australian Govt didn't impose any retaliatory tariffs on the US, because the things that are imported from the US are not made in Australia.

Val Kilmer, you made your mark. RIP. We will remember you.

@booker.senate.gov Nicely done

@corybooker.com Speak from the heart! What a noble and sincere effort you just gave. Let this be an example to other Democrats. Go home and rest; because tomorrow is another day to fight the good fight.

I would ask that each member of Congress, who sits on a committee, not only be present at each and every hearing, but actually stay for the entire hearing. Witnesses who appear before Congress to testify, should be heard by each and every member. Also, witnesses should be given time to answer.

@repmoskowitz.bsky.social Dude, I have not laughed so hard than today; you and @raskin.house.gov were like Abbott and Costello; holding up the emojis and discussing what was appropriate if a reporter was present or not in a chat. Make Congress Fun Again! Come to SoCal, I'll buy you a drink.

@briantylercohen.bsky.social Like your content. How about get some regular people in your native SoCal together to discuss issues that affect us. Even invite an influential leader to join. In person. Kudos for keeping it real.

Quite frankly, why are our top administrators and the Administration using Social Media at all to dispense official National information? When did this become a thing?

"Just another Manic Monday Ooh-oh, Wish it were Sunday Ooh-Oh"

Next Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson. This may seem nerdy, but as an Engineer, this is amazing. youtu.be/VHeWndnHuQs?...

Thank you @barackobama.bsky.social for implementing the ACA, one of your greatest legacies that has touched the lives of millions of Americans. The ACA has allowed my small business to keep running. I miss the optimism and stability of your tenure. Our country needs more..."Yes we can!" #aca

I would like to say to all congress men and women; if you are part of a committee and a hearing is being held, do your job and be there. I see way too many hearings where half of the members are not there. All of you, Republican, Democrat and Independent, DO YOUR JOB!

This is what's on your constitutes' minds. @daveminca.bsky.social @aoc.bsky.social @sanders.senate.gov @katieporteroc.bsky.social @schiff.senate.gov @padilla.senate.gov @adamkinzinger.bsky.social @maddow.msnbc.com @meidastouch.com

In a few years, when the dust settles, the only thing left in our society, will be a class war of the haves and have nots. Either imposed by those in power, or implicitly conducted via our own actions of survival. With kids heading to college, I wonder what world are we leaving them.

Still one of the best speeches, even though it is fictional. Why can't our elected officials be this brave. youtu.be/fJh9t9h6Wn0?...

This was just too funny! youtube.com/shorts/7CVrH...

Exactly!

More of this please.

High profile democrats should team up with local dem reps as do town halls with voters (Dem and Rep) from their respective districts. Shows support with in the dem party and allows the voter to have their voices heard. Could it go south, sure, but at least the dem party would be out there.