"Virginia is for Lovers"? After Younkin's BS, not so much

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   Credence2posted 13 days ago

   I always say that a Rightwinger is a Rightwinger no matter how much they try to modestly disguise themselves.  But one thing is consistent, none of them are any good.
   
   The governor of Virginia spent time equivocating when asked direct questions by the CNN moderator. Why do you Rightwingers insist of protecting this Trump come hell or highwater?
   
   https://thehill.com/homenews/media/4933 … -comments/
   
   https://www.salon.com/2024/10/16/launde … sh-donald/
   
   
   I don't give a rats ass about Younkin's interpretation of what Trump said, what did Trump SAY?
   
   I hold this man and every other man or women in prominent roles responsible for what they say.

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      Willowarborposted 13 days agoin reply to this

      "Sanewashing".
      
      “What former President Trump is talking about  is..."
      
      This is a common phrase that the followers use. 
      
      They will tell you that one of Trump's best qualities is that he says exactly what he means BUT they will then proceed to reinterpret his statements, clean them up in order to make them more socially appropriate or acceptable.     
      
      It's hilarious when even people like Laura Ingraham ,  Sean Hannity or Maria Bartiromo attempt to sane wash him on live TV and Trump bucks them all the way.   
      
      I agree with his true followers feelings... The man says exactly what he is thinking and what he means.

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         Credence2posted 13 days agoin reply to this

         "They will tell you that one of Trump's best qualities is that he says exactly what he means BUT they will then proceed to reinterpret his statements, clean them up in order to make them more socially appropriate or acceptable."
         
         And Trump people think that that is a "virtue"?

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      wildernessposted 13 days agoin reply to this

      "I don't give a rats ass about Younkin's interpretation of what Trump said, what did Trump SAY?"
      
      This seems fair; no one cares a rats ass what your interpretation of Trump says is either.

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         Credence2posted 13 days agoin reply to this

         See here, Wilderness,
         
         I like to think that you do not need to have an interpreter for the English language.
         
         Your people are experts of taking the lie, massaging it to make it more palatable among yourselves. But, that does not change anything.
         
         What did I SAY?
         
         How can I interpret Trump verbatim comments other that what he directly says, what is there to interpret?

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         Sharlee01posted 13 days agoin reply to this

         That seems fair.

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   Sharlee01posted 13 days ago

   Cred,   ever wonder why so many Trump supporters still engage with his words and defend him? Are you willing to look at the context behind what he says? For example, his comments about "left-wing lunatics" or calling Adam Schiff a "lunatic." He made those statements openly, exercising his right to free speech, just as we have the right to form our own opinions. It’s all fair game until we start forcing our views onto each other. After all, we’re all entitled to our own perspectives, right?
   
   You expressed your opinion very clearly, much like Trump does.
   
   "I don’t care about Younkin’s interpretation of what Trump said, I want to know what Trump actually said."
   
   (He sidestepped the issue, poorly in my opinion.)
   
   "I hold him and every other public figure accountable for their words." (And that’s your right.)
   
   Just as Trump has the right to speak his mind. Love him or hate him, no one can deny that he speaks freely and directly. As for the "lunatic" comments, I’d guess he believes some left-leaning figures might stir up trouble. And with Adam Schiff, while it’s not great, Trump has had several clashes with him. Trump is definitely the type to hit back—if not with his fists, then with his words (laughs).

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      Credence2posted 13 days agoin reply to this

      Yes, Sharee, I continue to wonder why the danger that he represents is not appreciated.
      
      Why do I need to look at the context rather than what he explicitly says directly?
      
      I have freedom of speech, but I expect more from a leader of our nation not to speak of or engage in petty vendettas against  the opposition. 
      
      What he SAYS, indicating ideological enemies within and the military threat to address it has never been said by any candidate for the Presidency, from George Washington on... what  does context have to do with it, sounds more like "spin" to me?
      
      I am not running for President to the United States representing all, whether they agree with him or not. So my prerogatives regarding attacking the opposing side cannot be his.
      
      He will just encourage ever more divisiveness and even if he wins, there will be anything but calm as a result. And the military will not be able to quench the resulting turmoil.

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