AmeliaBloomer
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Post by AmeliaBloomer on Jan 12, 2018 1:09:10 GMT
Fucker Carlson is on Fox right now asking why it's such a terrible thing to say that these countries are crappy? Why the selective outrage? Talk about missing the point. God I hate him. Oh, THAT was the Fox guy I was referencing upthread. For some reason, I thought his first name was "Tucker," though. LOL. |
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Post by Mystie on Jan 12, 2018 1:10:32 GMT
he probably used Norway as his example because it was the only other country he could remember the name of, having just met with the prime minister! (after he learned what the name of it actually IS, of course... he called it Nor-May at first) I have zero doubt that's why he mentioned Norway. He can only keep a thought in his head for a few hours at most, so since the last foreign white person he met was from Norway, Norway it is. |
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Post by Mystie on Jan 12, 2018 1:11:51 GMT
Fucker Carlson is on Fox right now asking why it's such a terrible thing to say that these countries are crappy? Why the selective outrage? Talk about missing the point. God I hate him. Oh, THAT was the Fox guy I was referencing upthread. For some reason, I thought his first name was "Tucker," though. LOL. Fucker is my name for him. Because he is one.  |
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Post by sassyangel on Jan 12, 2018 1:15:25 GMT
Oh its not that I don't think there were NO Norwegian immigrants coming here. I'm a permanent resident Australian, so I know people do leave countries like that and come here. Just that I kind of doubt they are clamoring to come here in the numbers that the said "shithole countries" are. I tried to correct my post but you quoted before I could - the 20,000+ figure is Norwegian born in US each year not actual annual immigration their quota cap is way below that - sorry for my own false information! LOL sorry! I get what point you were making, though, and its valid.  Definitely no need to stoop to his level at all, when his ineptitude is so obnoxiously obvious. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2018 1:25:08 GMT
I was watching MSNBC and one of contributors said what prompted trump’s outburst was letting folks of all skill levels into the country and I guess trump only wants those with a high skill levels be allowed in the country. And since in trumps, and way too many others, tiny little minds the folks from the shithole countries are just plain useless and have no skills. That sounded familiar. Then I remembered.
This is from Senator Tom Cotton’s Immigration bill that trump has signed on to.
“The RAISE Act will create a skills-based system that is more responsive to the needs of our economy and preserves the quality of jobs available to American workers." (Me Translation - leave the jobs that require minimal skills for American workers)
Specifically the RAISE Act would:
Establish a Skills-Based Points System. The RAISE Act would replace the current permanent employment-visa system with a skills-based points system, akin to the systems used by Canada and Australia. The system would prioritize those immigrants who are best positioned to succeed in the United States and expand the economy. Applicants earn points based on education, English-language ability, high-paying job offers, age, record of extraordinary achievement, and entrepreneurial initiative. “
What trump & company want to do is limited the number of immigrants into the country each year and they only want people who fit the description above. This country has always taken people in for humanitarian reasons. So I’m guessing here that if this country continues to take in folks for humanitarian reasons that cuts the number of the “chosen” ones allowed in that trump and company want especially if the plan is to limited the number of immigrants we let in every year.
Hence the outburst especially if he was feeling pressured.
By the way I think Cotton’s point plan is elitist and doesn’t belong in this country. And it goes without saying the stable genius is a stupid jerk.
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Jan 12, 2018 1:31:35 GMT
It is disgusting to see the usuals on CNN making excuses for this. I would have much more respect for their opinion and point of view if they would at times deviate from the "Trump does no wrong" agenda.
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Post by LavenderLayoutLady on Jan 12, 2018 1:38:42 GMT
Holy heck!
I freaking leave the house for two hours, and come home to this insanity!!
Trump can't be my president anymore. He is full of so much hate. And why is every single politician in USA not making a public stand against this hateful speech?
My heart and head hurt so much from what our country has become.
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Post by huskergal on Jan 12, 2018 1:57:49 GMT
I give up. He can do whatever he wants. His people keep supporting him and making excuses for him. This comment is indefensible. He is such an embarrassment to our country.
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Post by ScrapsontheRocks on Jan 12, 2018 1:58:49 GMT
he probably used Norway as his example because it was the only other country he could remember the name of, having just met with the prime minister! (after he learned what the name of it actually IS, of course... he called it Nor-May at first) I have zero doubt that's why he mentioned Norway. He can only keep a thought in his head for a few hours at most, so since the last foreign white person he met was from Norway, Norway it is. True dat. I have just tuned back in after one of my last days in the US. It has been an education, for sure! I wish this latest pearl of wisdom had been captured on tape. Though there seem to have been about a dozen witnesses (a good start?) we all know this man's modus operandi. What on earth was he trying to add to the meeting? Just likes to hear the sound of his own voice? Again, I put my faith in him hanging himself with Mueller, on Twitter and so on. He just can't help himself and when it comes, it will be all the sweeter in that he will only have himself to blame. Same with his whole entitled family. |
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Post by DEX on Jan 12, 2018 1:59:05 GMT
It is disgusting to see the usuals on CNN making excuses for this. I would have much more respect for their opinion and point of view if they would at times deviate from the "Trump does no wrong" agenda. Are you thinking of Fox News? CNN hates Mr. T with a fiery passion. Right? |
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Post by dillydally on Jan 12, 2018 2:00:05 GMT
Despicable. And what if they ARE from struggling countries? (Or circumstances? I know my grandparents all thought Ireland was pretty sh!tty because they were hungry and poor.) I had to memorize the inscription on the Statue of Liberty when I was young and I still remember the words: "Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free. The wretched refuse of your teeming shores. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed, to me. I lift my lamp beside the golden door.”That made me tear up a little.  |
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Post by librarylady on Jan 12, 2018 2:01:23 GMT
It is disgusting to see the usuals on CNN making excuses for this. I would have much more respect for their opinion and point of view if they would at times deviate from the "Trump does no wrong" agenda. Are you thinking of Fox News? CNN hates Mr. T with a fiery passion. Right? I think she meant the usual politicians who support him and CNN is interviewing them. --I read it the same way you did at first..... |
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Jan 12, 2018 2:02:24 GMT
It is disgusting to see the usuals on CNN making excuses for this. I would have much more respect for their opinion and point of view if they would at times deviate from the "Trump does no wrong" agenda. Are you thinking of Fox News? CNN hates Mr. T with a fiery passion. Right? Cnn always has a panel of people on to talk about the issue at hand. Some are trump supporters, others are not. |
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Post by crimsoncat05 on Jan 12, 2018 2:16:58 GMT
I just have to say, I LOVE JOY REID and RACHEL MADDOW!!! They are essential for my sanity.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2018 2:33:03 GMT
It's shocking that I can still be shocked by what comes out of his mouth. As an aside, we welcome about 20,000+ Norwegian immigrants each year, including 2016 the last year available. We shouldn't counter his ignorance with false information. Oh its not that I don't think there were NO Norwegian immigrants coming here. I'm a permanent resident Australian, so I know people do leave countries like that and come here. Just that I kind of doubt they are clamoring to come here in the numbers that the said "shithole countries" are. I'd love to see a source. Not finding anything near that number per year - unless it counts students. ETA - Never mind. I see Darcy was not correct in her numbers. That seemed crazily high for people to move from a sane country to one that is becoming more insane daily. |
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Post by crimsoncat05 on Jan 12, 2018 2:38:38 GMT
she misspoke, and corrected herself after she was already quoted.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Jan 12, 2018 2:40:41 GMT
I give up. He can do whatever he wants. His people keep supporting him and making excuses for him. This comment is indefensible. He is such an embarrassment to our country. As much as it sounds good, WE cannot give up............ We need to take breaks and come back rested. |
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Post by crimsoncat05 on Jan 12, 2018 2:43:03 GMT
Rachel Maddow just reported that the Haitian government has 'summoned an American official to explain Trump's remarks'
...yup, he sure is Making America Great Again, isn't he?!?
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Post by trollie on Jan 12, 2018 2:44:17 GMT
Rachel Maddow just reported that the Haitian government has 'summoned an American official to explain Trump's remarks' ...yup, he sure is Making America Great Again, isn't he?!? He'll make America great again when his ass is impeached and removed from office. |
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Post by MaryMary on Jan 12, 2018 2:45:24 GMT
I hate him.
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Post by crimsoncat05 on Jan 12, 2018 2:45:40 GMT
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Post by bothmykidsrbrats on Jan 12, 2018 2:46:15 GMT
Oh, THAT was the Fox guy I was referencing upthread. For some reason, I thought his first name was "Tucker," though. LOL. Fucker is my name for him. Because he is one. We call him Fucker Snarlson  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2018 2:54:35 GMT
Ugh, there are people commenting on the news stories about this saying, "so? He's telling the truth! About time we had a president that speaks the truth."
puke, yuck, ugh.
Nice thing about public commenting done through Facebook is that you see their names and pictures so I know who to avoid.
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Post by Merge on Jan 12, 2018 3:13:33 GMT
I’m sure he thinks that because people say negative things about him, he can say any negative thing that pops into his head.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Jan 12, 2018 3:17:22 GMT
Trump's 's---hole' remark sparks bipartisan backlashBY JOHN BOWDEN - 01/11/18 08:24 PM EST Rep. Mia Love LUDMYA (MIA) LOVE Trump says he's encouraging Hatch to run for reelection Lawmakers discuss how to curb partisanship The Hill's 12:30 Report MORE (R-Utah), the nation's first Haitian-American representative, said the president's remarks were "unkind, divisive, elitist, and fly in the face of our nation’s values." "This behavior is unacceptable from the leader of our nation," Love said in a statement. "My parents came from one of those countries but proudly took an oath of allegiance to the United States and took on the responsibilities of everything that being a citizen comes with." Other Republicans, such as Sen. Orrin Hatch (Utah), called for a "detailed explanation" of Trump's comments, while Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.) called them "disappointing." "I would not talk about nations like this, because I believe the people of those countries are made in the image of God and have worth and human dignity," Lankford said in a statement. thehill.com/homenews/administration/368636-lawmakers-rail-against-trump-after-s-hole-commentAnderson Cooper: ‘Let’s not kid ourselves,’ Trump’s comments are ‘racist’BY JOHN BOWDEN - 01/11/18 08:58 PM EST "The president of the United States is tired of so many black people coming to this country. Tired of immigrants from Haiti and Africa being allowed in," Cooper said, reading comments from Trump as reported by The Washington Post. thehill.com/homenews/media/368638-anderson-cooper-lets-not-kid-ourselves-trumps-comments-are-racistHe is causing major conflict... Haitian Ambassador condemns comments....... the list goes on.
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Post by Delta Dawn on Jan 12, 2018 3:19:16 GMT
I am a guest in your country and I am embarrassed for you. I can’t believe he said that.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Jan 12, 2018 3:38:57 GMT
I cannot get the image to post .... you will have to look at the link: NY Daily News goes after Trump's 's---hole' remark: 'S--- for brains'BY BRANDON CARTER - 01/11/18 08:04 PM EST The New York Daily News is mocking President Trump’s reported remarks that Haiti and African countries are “shithole” countries, depicting the poop emoji with orange hair on its Friday cover. “S**t for brains” reads the headline on the cover, which the Daily News unveiled Thursday night on Twitter. .@realdonaldtrump takes a dump on the American dream An early look at Friday's front: t.co/1Wj57JecKC pic.twitter.com/MmOW4VUIMx — New York Daily News (@nydailynews) January 12, 2018 The Washington Post reported Thursday that in a meeting with lawmakers Trump referred to immigrants from Haiti and African countries as coming from “shithole countries.” thehill.com/homenews/media/368633-ny-daily-news-goes-after-trumps-s-hole-remark-s-for-brains |
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Post by scrapngranny on Jan 12, 2018 3:40:55 GMT
He is the most repulsive man on the planet. Every single Republican who enables this man is just as guilty. We need to speak loudly in 2018.
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Post by moodyblue on Jan 12, 2018 3:53:46 GMT
I wish I was not continuously surprised at how low Trump can go, but he seems to find new ways to show just what an awful person he is.
And I'm totally disgusted by the people who cannot admit this was a terrible thing to say, and try to spin it to pretend it's not racist.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2018 3:58:28 GMT
Cooper can barely keep it together
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