• PKMKII [none/use name]
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    15 hours ago

    This fits seamlessly with libs thinking that the worst thing Trump did was disrespect the norms and standards of American “democracy” and not the horrible policy decisions. It’s not about the impact to every day people, it’s about the social decorum of the DC bubble being respected.

    • GrouchyGrouse [he/him]
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      11 hours ago

      It's 1980. A literal actor is now the president. He's good on camera. The show that is the news gets good ratings.

      It's 1995. John McCain is playing nice with journalists, proving that some Republicans are capable of seeming normal and relatable (to journalists.)

      It's 2003. George "I can have a beer with him" invades Iraq. Millions will die.

      It's 2024. A narcissistic racist is reelected. Journalists bend themselves into pretzels trying to make it seem okay.

      manhattan