Inspiring newsletter! It is past time someone spoke so clearly about the truth of T - and we must continue to do so, as you say in your concluding thoughts. Simple words, clear message without resorting to sarcasm or rudeness. Thank you so much…
I am reading an interesting book called The Persuaders by Anand Giridharadas and Indivisible is having a book club meeting about the book. It looks closely at different scenarios and people who have thought a lot about how to change hearts and minds. It is getting me to think in different ways about the conversations we need to be having in our efforts to save our democracy. I recommend you check it out!
Why do so many people support a loser like Trump? Because they’re losers too; or they’re politicians looking to get power or keep it. Instead of seeming to whine about the potential loss of democracy
We attended the zoom session this evening with Focus for Democracy. Thank you Robert for the recommendation as we were joined by 1,000 plus participants. If folks are looking for a way to get the most votes for their donations, Focus on Democracy has solid input for you.
For a few years now, a girlfriend and I have been refusing to call the Orange One by his name or anything else--instead, referring to him as Loser. Sometime last year or maybe in '21, we decided even using Initial Caps (of which the loser himself is such a fan) was too respectful. So we deferred to "loser". He is a loser, in all the ways that matter. Calling him anything else feeds the myth of his power. In '24 we will show up in numbers "like he's never seen" and defeat his criming loser ass. G'bye, loser!
All well said.---- Trump hates, above all, being considered a "loser"; that's the very worst thing, in his mind. But he is, objectively, a loser. He's also a "sore loser", which is something no one likes. Dems should therefore use "loser" and "sore loser" a lot more often to mock and to accurately describe Trump. I've often wondered how they've missed that.
Yes, he’s a Loser with a capital L but is he really? He is able to “win” appeal upon appeal to appealing appeals that has aready been appealed. I do understand how it’s his right but there’s a point that it begins to be absurd! Today, he got his “win” and got to testify after he/his team did not follow procedure and sign a form to do exactly as he di—a win. A reporter said, “I expected to come out here and talk about substitative matters and now here I am talking about what he did (when judge allowed him to speak). He “won” this one, too! What is everyone talking about? Exactly what he wants!
I have a few thoughts on "preaching to the choir". For one, I don't always agree with Mr. Hubble. Does that exempt me from being part of the choir? Maybe I just make a poor sycophant or maybe I chime in with a sour note once in awhile, but I'm certainly a regular reader and I certainly value the newsletter.
From things Mr. Hubble says, it sounds like there are others out there whose opinions may vary even further from Mr. Hubble's in other ways. That doesn't sounds like the choir is always in harmony but a rhythmic dissonance has it's place. To drop laboring a metaphor, let's consider that there really are probably people reading this newsletter who are teetering, trying to work their way toward an understanding of what's going on in this confusing political environment we're in, and Mr. Hubble's newsletter is helping give them insights.
Would it be better if this reading, commenting community had more dissonant views? Maybe not. There are plenty of other places for that, and this has been offered as a place providing at least some comfort and harmony. Don't we also deserve a gathering place? It's important that readers feel safe to ask questions, stick their necks out a little, and seek clarification, so gentleness is important even when we feel a little impatient, but if you want to reach further out, try X or the comments sections in some other news sources... then come back here for a bit of comfort food.
Comfort food can be nourishing! Want to preach for converts? You'll need points to make and solid views to share, clear reasoning, and guidance as to approaches to take. Only today, this newsletter brought to our attention an interesting thought provoking point about equating Trump to Hitler. Chew on that and then go try to gently spoon feed a wobbling Independent.
Robert, here is an excellent Politico article.
‘This to Him Is the Grand Finale’: Donald Trump’s 50-Year Mission to Discredit the Justice System
Read in POLITICO: https://apple.news/Av5x1aXPBSbCmNR2NxLjxtQ
There must be an “Achilles heel” with which we can stop this man.
Inspiring newsletter! It is past time someone spoke so clearly about the truth of T - and we must continue to do so, as you say in your concluding thoughts. Simple words, clear message without resorting to sarcasm or rudeness. Thank you so much…
I am reading an interesting book called The Persuaders by Anand Giridharadas and Indivisible is having a book club meeting about the book. It looks closely at different scenarios and people who have thought a lot about how to change hearts and minds. It is getting me to think in different ways about the conversations we need to be having in our efforts to save our democracy. I recommend you check it out!
Trump wins Nobel Prize For BIGGEST LOSER. Check this infographic for the 16 categories used to make the award.
https://thedemlabs.org/2024/01/11/trump-is-a-loser/
Why do so many people support a loser like Trump? Because they’re losers too; or they’re politicians looking to get power or keep it. Instead of seeming to whine about the potential loss of democracy
We attended the zoom session this evening with Focus for Democracy. Thank you Robert for the recommendation as we were joined by 1,000 plus participants. If folks are looking for a way to get the most votes for their donations, Focus on Democracy has solid input for you.
Steve and Helene
For a few years now, a girlfriend and I have been refusing to call the Orange One by his name or anything else--instead, referring to him as Loser. Sometime last year or maybe in '21, we decided even using Initial Caps (of which the loser himself is such a fan) was too respectful. So we deferred to "loser". He is a loser, in all the ways that matter. Calling him anything else feeds the myth of his power. In '24 we will show up in numbers "like he's never seen" and defeat his criming loser ass. G'bye, loser!
"Why Trump wants you to compare him to Hitler | Because then you’re not calling him a loser."
What a positively BRILLIANT observation!!! OK, I'll stop doing that. NOW.
All well said.---- Trump hates, above all, being considered a "loser"; that's the very worst thing, in his mind. But he is, objectively, a loser. He's also a "sore loser", which is something no one likes. Dems should therefore use "loser" and "sore loser" a lot more often to mock and to accurately describe Trump. I've often wondered how they've missed that.
Never underestimate those who would pick the fly sh*t out of the pepper.
Great points well taken. Well edited. Punchy. Biden is an amazing President with an amazing team.
in an unprecedented tornado of issues. Time to be action oriented. Ta da. We are on the move.
Yes, he’s a Loser with a capital L but is he really? He is able to “win” appeal upon appeal to appealing appeals that has aready been appealed. I do understand how it’s his right but there’s a point that it begins to be absurd! Today, he got his “win” and got to testify after he/his team did not follow procedure and sign a form to do exactly as he di—a win. A reporter said, “I expected to come out here and talk about substitative matters and now here I am talking about what he did (when judge allowed him to speak). He “won” this one, too! What is everyone talking about? Exactly what he wants!
Agreed. Trump is a loser. As you point out he is also a traitor. Why no use this more damning term to describe him? Trump is a traitor!
I have a few thoughts on "preaching to the choir". For one, I don't always agree with Mr. Hubble. Does that exempt me from being part of the choir? Maybe I just make a poor sycophant or maybe I chime in with a sour note once in awhile, but I'm certainly a regular reader and I certainly value the newsletter.
From things Mr. Hubble says, it sounds like there are others out there whose opinions may vary even further from Mr. Hubble's in other ways. That doesn't sounds like the choir is always in harmony but a rhythmic dissonance has it's place. To drop laboring a metaphor, let's consider that there really are probably people reading this newsletter who are teetering, trying to work their way toward an understanding of what's going on in this confusing political environment we're in, and Mr. Hubble's newsletter is helping give them insights.
Would it be better if this reading, commenting community had more dissonant views? Maybe not. There are plenty of other places for that, and this has been offered as a place providing at least some comfort and harmony. Don't we also deserve a gathering place? It's important that readers feel safe to ask questions, stick their necks out a little, and seek clarification, so gentleness is important even when we feel a little impatient, but if you want to reach further out, try X or the comments sections in some other news sources... then come back here for a bit of comfort food.
Comfort food can be nourishing! Want to preach for converts? You'll need points to make and solid views to share, clear reasoning, and guidance as to approaches to take. Only today, this newsletter brought to our attention an interesting thought provoking point about equating Trump to Hitler. Chew on that and then go try to gently spoon feed a wobbling Independent.
Thank you, Robert for an excellent newsletter today.
Adlai Stevenson lost the popular vote to DDE twice. You weren't alive then, but I was, and my father was ecstatic.