Trump ain't waiting for tomorrow. He pics UN Amabassador today Nov 11

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   tsmogposted 5 weeks ago

   First cabinet pic with 14 more to go.
   
   Trump chooses Rep. Elise Stefanik to serve as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations by NBC News (Oct 11, 2024)
   Stefanik, a staunch defender of Israel, is the president-elect's first Cabinet pick for his second term.
   https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald … rcna179558
   
   A good choice or perhaps excellent?
   
   Thoughts, criticisms, accolades, and/or commentary?

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      GA Andersonposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

      This one is too ripe to pass up. Gimme a break tsmog, what's coming is typical partisan sarcasm that the Democrat surrogates (Mark Cuban?) brought on themselves.
      
      You might call it 'an open door'. LOL
      
      Here goes:"What!!! Trump picks another strong independent woman for his team? You mean there was more than one!!!"
      
      Sorry for the silly distraction, but somebody had to do it.
      
      GA

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         tsmogposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

         Whoosh!! Right over the head . . . Or, was that humor? I didn't see the typical smiley face with your jests, so no hint. Some say I am dense and at times I agree ha-ha
         
         Seems your more worried about the article than the announcement. Do I have that wrong? I am just trying to mark the points along the line whose inception began at the 'Zero Point'. I am not picky whose article I see first in my email box. That is evident with the announcement of the EPA Administrator that followed this one from a different source that I posted. Trump isn't wasting his time, so why should I? Got to keep up with current events, right?

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            Ken Burgessposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

            Harvard grad... that is as "liberal" or "left" a background as you can get.
            
            Really... Trump a former Dem, Gabbard a former Dem, Kennedy a former Dem, Musk a former Dem and former hero of the Left...
            
            Some people really should take the time to think about why are all these former Libs and Dems working for Trump...
            
            Maybe all that threat to Democracy stuff was BS?
            
            Maybe the real threat to Democracy, as all us old Flag waiving patriots and Liberal minded individuals used to think of it, comes from those who have been crying wolf all these years...

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               tsmogposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

               Good points. Gives cause to wonder.

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                  Ken Burgessposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                  Yeah... and who did the Cheney's support again?
                  
                  The Cheney family is known for being uber-liberal peaceniks...

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                     tsmogposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                     hmmm . . . Hey, Ken, a tip of the hat to you today, Veterans Day. Thanks for your service and sacrifice to our nation.

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                        Ken Burgessposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                        Thanks...
                        
                        You can take the Soldier out of the Military but you can't take the Soldier out of the man... a rare song that tells what its really about:
                        
                        https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWrMeBR8W-c

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                           GA Andersonposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                           Damn Ken, that was too much for early morning. I barely made it through it. Great link.
                           
                           GA

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                              Ken Burgessposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                              Hey... I have my rare moments of reflection and seriousness, even if a bit somber, it hits the target I think.
                              
                              Those who served for the right reasons recognize the truth of it.  Some, even when they sign up for different reasons, make their way there.
                              
                              Its a shame more don't get the opportunity to serve, see some of the world, learn that there is more to life... learn the meaning of words like duty, honor, courage, determination, etc.

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                                 GA Andersonposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                                 You're preaching to the choir. I wholeheartedly agree. I would never have seen other parts of the world without the Navy.
                                 
                                 GA

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                                    Ken Burgessposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                                    Meet plenty of diversity along the way as well... the whole spectrum of Americans... makes race a pretty immaterial thing... especially when the shit hits the fan... then its all about courage and capability...
                                    
                                    To few people get to screw their courage to the sticking point and find out what they are made of in today's world...
                                    
                                    To few Americans understand the costs... the tragedy of war... there was a time when the majority of people who served in politics first served their nation in the military... an exemplary example of this was John Kennedy...
                                    
                                    He took on his Military advisers... the CIA ... and steered our country clear of WWIII... few know of what a hero he was... and he paid the ultimate price for doing what was right.

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                                       Credence2posted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                                       Please, Don't soil John Kennedy's  memory by associating him with Trump.

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                                          abwilliamsposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                                          Democrats have done all the soiling, JFK would have campaigned for Trump.

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                                             Credence2posted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                                             Are you kidding? Not a chance, Commander Bone Spur (what's in it for me?) against a true military hero, JFK, a proper example of leadership in the Presidency? I doubt it. I was old enough to remember him during the time he was in office. JFK was a progressive relative to the era in which he lived, he wouldn't have wiped his arse with someone like Trump, then or now......

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                                                abwilliamsposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                                                Come on Cred, abortion on demand, boys pretending to be girls in order to win, inserting themselves into girls sports and their bathrooms/locker rooms.... girls better shutup and get used to it?!?!
                                                Boys and girls confused into thinking they are mistakes, manipulated, given puberty blockers, experimented on. NO, pretty sure he wouldn't be a fan and
                                                the fact that you or anyone else is, stuns me!!!
                                                Thank God for President Trump!

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                                                   Credence2posted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                                                   Cmon AB, I couldn’t sit on the front of the bus in many southern cities in 1961. The fact that JFK or anyone at the time challenging that was controversial in itself. Most of the people if not all would take issue with the points you made living IN 1961, when they couldn’t show a married couple in the same bed on television, remember that? You cannot compare mores of 1961 with 2024

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                                                      abwilliamsposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                                                      A lot of people took issue with black only and white only, and it ended. It was messed up!
                                                      Abortion, especially without limit, is also messed up! Boys pretending to be girls, girls forced to accept it, is messed up! Adults making a way for children (who should be able to count on the protection and wisdom of adults) to alter their sex, their being... is messed up! It's all messed up! It's sick and it's evil.

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                                          Ken Burgessposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                                          You made that correlation, not I, that wasn't the topic...
                                          
                                          It remains to be seen what Trump, and Musk, Kennedy, Gabbard, do with this opportunity...
                                          
                                          I care not what you think of him... its only about what gets done...

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                                             Credence2posted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                                             It remains to be seen what Trump, and Musk, Kennedy, Gabbard, do with this opportunity.
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                                             And If there is a screw up by this motley crew anywhere along the way, the Left will be all over them.

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                              abwilliamsposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                              I will just say it, I have tears rolling down my face! I appreciate those of you whom have served, and those who are currently serving.
                              Thank you always seems so inadequate for me!

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                                 GA Andersonposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                                 Yep, I needed a tissue too.
                                 
                                 GA

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                           tsmogposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                           Nice!

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            GA Andersonposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

            Whoa. whoa, stop. You're lost. Damn, is my 'humor' really that bad?
            
            Good-naturedly, and with the most innocent intentions, here's the deal. It was a dumb joke that had no more significance than being so ironic that it had to be said.
            
            But, even in its insignificance, Pres. Trump's picks make it a legitimate jab-in-the-ribs to the Democrat villainizers.
            
            To that point, I didn't add the smiley because I thought the 'pre-statement' made it clear; "Gimme a break tsmog, what's coming is typical partisan sarcasm . . ." and "Sorry for the silly distraction . . ."
            
            The story: In a campaign appearance supporting Harris, Mark Cuban said Pres. Trump was intimidated by strong intelligent women (I messed up with "independent," I was going from memory).  ;-)
            
            Fortune headline:
            "Billionaire Mark Cuban says strong, intelligent women intimidate Donald Trump and he doesn’t like to be challenged by them"
            
            
            How right was Harris's surrogate Cuban? Pres. Trump first appointment is a strong, intelligent woman to the second-most important job in the White House.
            
            And now, he picks a strong intelligent woman to be our nation's representative to the world.
            
            Oh lordy, lordy. The irony. Am I the only one who sees irony so juicy and tempting that Eve would have chosen it over the Apple.
            
            Still, these explanations are fun, as long as they work. Did it?
            
            GA

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               tsmogposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

               Ohhhh . . . Well that shows you what I know. ha-ha
               
               Edit: I forgot only momentarily. Today, being Veterans Day I tip my hat to you for your service and sacrifice for out Nation!

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                  GA Andersonposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                  Thanks for the salute. The Navy gave me a lot more than I gave it. I'm grateful they let me in. ;-)
                  
                  I might have been near your neck of the woods, I did basic training in San Diago.
                  
                  GA

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                     tsmogposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                     Interesting! What year? The Navy training center is long gone now. Did you get to celebrate graduation in town? San Diego city has some of the best strip clubs ha-ha Of course, located not far from the base. For some a 'right of passage'.
                     
                     I think the City of San Diego has it now. Kind of in my neck of the woods, yet driving the interstate and then navigating the city streets it would be from 40 minutes to a good hour away. The closest I came to it is going to the international airport.
                     
                     Veterans Day is the last day of Fleet Week here. A lot of hoopla and celebrations tapping into the tradition and history. A lot for people to see and tours too. The Midway aircraft carrier is always open to the public, yet I think yesterday the Nimitz was too. Or, the Roosevelt.

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                        GA Andersonposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                        I was there in 1970. We were the first class with electricity. (a joke, but it was over 50 years ago).
                        
                        No weekend passes for me. I wasn't a troublemaker, but I wasn't real serious about it and they didn't understand my sense of humor either. There was one chance for a weekend pass at the 6-week transition from Basic to skills-level, but I had earned a weekend date with 16-count Manuals* and 'rifle-high' Jumping Jacks instead of San Diago.
                        *You'll have to Google them to get the joke.
                        
                        GA

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                           Ken Burgessposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                           Dating yourself a bit there... but it definitely gives some depth and color to your background.

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                              GA Andersonposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

                              Yeah, times change, don't they.
                              
                              GA

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      Sharlee01posted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

      Another woman!   What The Hell
      
      Rep. Elise Stefanik would make a great U.N. representative because of her strong leadership skills, quick intelligence, and ability to navigate complex political issues. Her experience in Congress has shown she can tackle both domestic and international matters while staying true to her America First ideals. She’s a clear communicator who can speak effectively on the global stage, always advocating for U.S. interests first. Elise has consistently supported policies that prioritize the safety, security, and prosperity of America, making her an ideal representative to push for national sovereignty and global respect for American values. With her background in policy and her passionate, determined approach to leadership, she would represent the U.S. with strength, clarity, and unwavering commitment to America’s best interests.
      
      She’s a big supporter of Trump and works hard to push conservative policies. Elise comes from a hardworking family in upstate New York, which definitely shapes her commitment to her community. She’s married to Matthew Manda, a communications guy, and they have one child together. I’ve watched her tons on C-SPAN programming, and I’m always impressed by how she speaks, tackles tough issues, and shows quick intelligence. She’s definitely a fighter—standing strong for what she believes in and representing her people with a lot of passion.
      
      I have some concerns about Trump choosing Elise Stefanik for a different role because we really need to maintain a strong majority in the House. I feel it would be more beneficial to keep our numbers strong in Congress, especially when we have so many important issues to address and defend our positions. Keeping a solid majority seems like it would be the smarter move to ensure continued progress and influence in Washington.

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         tsmogposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

         Thanks for commenting. Always appreciate your view. I always learn!

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      abwilliamsposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

      Another great pick; the pool is deep and wide!

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         tsmogposted 5 weeks agoin reply to this

         Thanks, AB. My knowledge of current politicians and stuff is lacking, as most know? But, this round compared to 2020 I have a greater interest in who being picked for what and how the government is being formed. It is a learning experience for me.

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