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Something about a melting pot, things start blending together and looking the same. I always thought that wasn't the right metaphor. I think I'd like our country to be more of a tossed salad. And to be the best salad, we need all the ingredients to be what they are. Let's not put it in the blender ...

It will be interesting to see whether Sean Hannity follows Murdoch's lead in throwing Trump under the bus. It will also be interesting to see where *ucker Carlson directs his fear-anger-hate-lies message going forward. From what little I've seen, he's still riding the MAGA train at full throttle. G...

Discouraged yes, and pleased by the amount of people that actually voted. My fingers are crossed so hard for Boebert and Walker to lose. I can't believe that Walker is so close. I really thought he would lose. I did think that Boebert would take it, so I'm happy there's still a chance for her to be ...

RubinHighlander wrote: ↑

Tue Oct 25, 2022 2:28 pm

Oh my gird up your loins!

Maybe it's gird up your armpits. I wonder how one would do that?

I would imagine that for many, fear is a motivator to hold on to beliefs and consciously avoid questioning, more than arrogance, narcissism, etc. I might assume that if I allow myself to entertain another view of the world, this could lead to the loss of strong connections to family or community, m...

I think it's already too late. Even if Trump is indicted and convicted, there are many more that have shown themselves to be worse. The worse the MAGA-ites, the more they are supported. The creepier they are, the more they are embraced. I hope I'm wrong, but I think our democracy is headed for ruin....

moksha wrote: ↑

Fri Jul 22, 2022 7:50 pm

The January 6th Insurrection was caused by an ego that couldn't accept defeat.

Can't

And please, nobody start comparing LGBTQ individuals with other of God’s children who are “afflicted” with “illness” or “disabilities” or “deficiencies” or “troubles” or “incapacities” or “challenges.” But THIS really IS the answer. It's all a test. This short life requires sacrifice. Your test may...

Yesterday, I finished Stranger Things. It was pretty entertaining. I hope they don't have more than a season 5. I would rather have it end wanting more than being disappointed in a program that runs too long. I recently watched The Mist. What a waste time that I'll never get back. Netflix is not gre...

I know a lot of 'liberal' Mormons who hate him, but I'd bet good money they are in a very small minority within church members. I also know less liberal Mormons who hate him but voted for him anyway, because voting for a Democrat is almost the same as voting for Satan. This is some of my family. Vo...

nibbler wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 30, 2022 4:44 am

Produce a new catchphrase or slogan to get people excited about the temple.

Maybe in the dining area they could have an open bar. Name drinks after the various degrees of glory.

I saw this on Twitter. I wouldn't put much into it. It's gossip and speculation, which is fine as long people realize there is nothing factual about it (unless you don't believe in facts, which I hear is a thing). The church is probably rich enough to get by. Aren't they supposed to stop charging 10...

The secret service guys deny these allegations, and they are willing to testify. Snopes also disputes the denials. Honestly, the allegations of the former president behaving badly pales in comparison to the big stuff. Even Fox can't put a reasonable spin Tuesday's witness. I wonder if there will be...

Yesterday's hearing was informative. I'm only surprised by how many people claim to be shocked by any of this "stuff" that comes out. Really? Is anyone really jaw-dropping shocked at this point? Trumps tantrums? Trump welcoming armed rioters to "peacefully" march to the capital? Trump stating that t...

Linked wrote: ↑

Mon Jun 27, 2022 2:43 pm

the mormons in my life trying to inoculate my kids against me.

It is sad that they really do think they are doing the right thing here. Saving those future generations who may, in turn, save you. SMH.

I agree with Moscato. White wines are easier than red. I have not been able to develop a taste for wine and I really dislike anything beer. I like the hard stuff though.

I read this today. It fits in so many situations and applies here.

I turned it on for a little bit this week during work, so I didn’t pay as much attention to it as needed. I’m mostly through the first episode. It talks quite a bit about Rulon Jeff’s and all of his wives. Pretty disgusting actually; creepy for sure. And it goes downhill rapidly from there. It woul...

As evil as Trump is, and they know he's evil, they believe democrats are worse. Sure, democrats may respect the rule of law, but does that excuse the fact that they eat babies? I know because some guy on the internet said so. Which would you prefer, a white nationalist dictatorship or a bunch of ba...

These hearings are so interesting and informative. I don't expect to learn new things, and then I do. I look forward to learning even more. I so appreciate the manner in which they've been conducted. Facts. Not opinion, just facts with lots of evidence, from Trump supporters. Real evidence, not the...