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Dr. Joe's avatar

There is no other alternative but winning back the nation our founders aspired to and to which many of us subscribe to still. The fight for domestic tranquility is my personal desire rather than self-inflicted chaos and abhorrence of others we oppress out of fear, racial animus, and devaluation. The midterms must be a signature turning point.

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David Jordan's avatar

The midterms will not only be a turning point - they may very well be the start of a civil war if he tries to cancel them or interferes with them.

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marylou watson's avatar

Can't rely on midterms with election reform underway.......

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Dr. Joe's avatar

Reform? You mean suppression and vote disqualification as Greg Palast’s research suggests?

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marylou watson's avatar

Was I too subtle?

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David Jordan's avatar

Not at all.

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Dr. Joe's avatar

Nah. 😆

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Mickey Burnham's avatar

Glenn I’m so disheartened.

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David Jordan's avatar

We are all disheartened, brother. Have faith.

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Mickey Burnham's avatar

I just saw this on another thread and thought “buck up Mickey” thanks for your comment.

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Mickey Burnham's avatar

I had a cool pic to post with this comment but for some reason it wouldn’t post.

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Cherae Stone's avatar

Well, of COURSE he’s gonna try to use our military against us!! He’s shifted so much money to that end that it makes sense for the men to follow the 💰.

It’s not like the borders are being overrun, so we can count on his planning to turn the forces toward control the rest of us. It’s terrifying. We’ve seen this song and dance, it was just in Europe last time. Time to bring the thunder, y’all. Speak it, sing it, stomp it into being.

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Betsy McMillan's avatar

Join your local Red, Wine, and Blue!

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Sandra Trimble's avatar

I like tonight’s topics!

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Jane Docken's avatar

Glenn, I live in Washington state. I have been calling the Republican representatives and senators and letting them know how upset I am that they voted this big hideous bill. I had called and sent postcards prior to the voting. That they were willing to rip healthcare and snap benefits away from their constituents and other millions while ensuring that the richest Americans have continued tax relief. I’ve left messages saying that even though I live in Washington state, I am going to do everything I can to help them be primaried.

I don’t know if this does any good but in addition to protesting, carrying signs and donating to democratic candidates I plan to continue calling. Someone told me that they won’t pay any attention to anyone other than their constituents but I want them to know that people in other areas of the country are angry and want them out of office and will help to make that happen. Do you know if that’s true or should I continue regardless? Thanks for your talks. They help more than you can even know.

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Betsy McMillan's avatar

Glenn, you look fine just the way you are!

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Christine's avatar

I will be interested in your interview tomorrow as I live by a huge base in Southern California. I see these cars belonging to them mostly from red states. You see the very young men in town and frankly I have no hope that they would not follow orders legal or other wise. Feel if they are joining at this point in time that they believe in the “trump “vision of the military.

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marylou watson's avatar

Agreed. Look at Hegseth's refusal to answer the very question whether he would shoot in legs

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Mark's avatar

Although happy for independence and all that we as a nation have struggled through to get to this point, I grieve for the current direction our country is heading… and a lot of that just to stoke and soothe huge egos… and much of that at the expense of the most vulnerable…

With all this in mind, it led me to write the following:

Lawless

He’s got the whole party wrapped,

Around his tiny fingers…

And demanding sick fealty,

With a stink that lingers.

He has sickness pervading,

Every fiber of being…

As he stumbles blindly forward,

Without ever really seeing.

He lies so often,

That he thinks it’s all true…

But the world all knows,

He doesn’t have a clue.

He tears down anything,

That stands in his way…

Trashing honesty and truth,

As critical parts of each day.

In the Oval Office,

His thoughts are drifting,

From things that matter,

To golf and grifting.

Around the world,

Temps are rising,

Trump thinks it’s fake,

Not that surprising.

The science about climate,

He just doesn’t get,

As long as golf courses,

Are green and wet.

He gets his science,

From inside his gut…

While he goes rampaging

For critical programs to cut.

Any long-term plans,

Involve power and money,

To him they’re like,

His milk and honey.

The Earth is in crisis,

And needs some care…

He’s not concerned,

It’s not why he’s there

For lawless behavior,

And crimes that he’s done,

Statistics show,

that he’s second to none

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Mark's avatar

Hi Kimmy, I wrote it because as I said, I’ve had enough

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Kimmy Win's avatar

Who wrote this? Its good!

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Susan P's avatar

Hey Glenn...just wanted you to know that I often miss you live, but always catch up later. Peace

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marylou watson's avatar

But the Red States don't want to be free of Trump or to save the Union......

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SLMontgo's avatar

Whenever I hear the name Lt. Calley, I get instant nausea. Even just this moment. I was 20 years old, not yet able to vote, because, y'know - 1968.

We are not supposed to exalt over someone else's passing, but last year when Calley passed. I sure as hell shed no tears.

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Susan Theriault's avatar

I’m still interested in seeing a photo from younger years! Glenn, your music choices are great!!!! Jackson Brown sings great songs! Have a nice evening!

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Kimmy Win's avatar

This live chat helped motivate me to keep fighting for democracy. Thank you so much for your encouragement and for your service @Glenn Kirschner

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maudo's avatar

Thank you, Glenn. I listen to your video Sunday morning while I’m out walking and hope you get back home in time to catch your Sunday video. I learn so Much from you. But I’m wondering, do you think the military will actually refuse to follow his illegal orders. And if they do, what will occur? Maybe these questions will be answered by your next guest. Thanks again

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David Jordan's avatar

Of course, he will give unlawful orders. There is nobody able or willing to stop him, and there are plenty of people willing to follow those orders.

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