inkedup
Pearl Clutcher
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Post by inkedup on Oct 5, 2018 21:23:31 GMT
tara, hugs. Try to ignore the troll. It's the start of another lonely weekend for her, and she's got nothing better to do than get drunk and verbally abuse strangers on a message board. You should be proud of yourself for being open and advocating for mental wellness. Ironic that the person here who could most benefit from a serious mental health intervention mocks others.
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inkedup
Pearl Clutcher
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Post by inkedup on Oct 5, 2018 21:24:36 GMT
What does that guy even know, anyway? I'm sure he's just another Democratic hack. Anyway, I love that now, we are supposed to trust the FBI and the (sham) investigation that DT orchestrated. But we should only trust the FBI on this matter. In all other matters - Benghazi, Russia, etc. - the FBI is part of a vast left wing conspiracy to bring down Donald Trump. MAGA. Trump is also now claiming that all of the anti-Kavanaugh protesters are being paid by Soros. I’m still waiting on my check for attending the first March for Women... I'm starting to wonder if Soros is a "billionaire" like Donald Trump, because he hasn't sent me any of my checks, either!!!!
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Post by dewryce on Oct 5, 2018 21:30:42 GMT
What does that guy even know, anyway? I'm sure he's just another Democratic hack. Anyway, I love that now, we are supposed to trust the FBI and the (sham) investigation that DT orchestrated. But we should only trust the FBI on this matter. In all other matters - Benghazi, Russia, etc. - the FBI is part of a vast left wing conspiracy to bring down Donald Trump. MAGA. Exactly. Just like all news is fake news unless he likes what they say. Personally, I do trust the FBI, and find it disgusting how the administration insults their credibility and honor at every turn, yet uses them in this manner. And they were used. Their hands were tied, so the lack of thoroughness was not up to them but you can bet if more information comes out the blame will be placed squarely on their shoulders.
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Post by thundergal on Oct 5, 2018 21:34:09 GMT
What does that guy even know, anyway? I'm sure he's just another Democratic hack. Collectin' those Soros retirement bucks.
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pyccku
Pearl Clutcher
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Jun 27, 2014 23:12:07 GMT
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Post by pyccku on Oct 5, 2018 21:56:59 GMT
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Post by dewryce on Oct 5, 2018 21:58:24 GMT
Yes, thank you for the link! eta: love the amount. My donation funds will go here right after the mid-terms. Until then, Beto has our moolah.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 5, 2018 22:00:07 GMT
Me too! I keep telling myself that despite all of Nixon's shenanigans and trying to fire people to cover up his messes, it was journalists who brought him down.
Honestly? I think that if Nixon were in the White House today, with this group of people sitting in Congress, nothing would have happened to him.
The GOP wouldn’t vote to do anything to him, and he wouldn’t have resigned, because there no longer is much honor or integrity in politics. They would be blaming the democrats for being broken into is how that would go down.
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Post by moretimeplease on Oct 5, 2018 22:18:22 GMT
I added my $20.20 pledge! I hope this makes her think twice about her vote.
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Post by Merge on Oct 5, 2018 22:19:39 GMT
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pyccku
Pearl Clutcher
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Post by pyccku on Oct 5, 2018 22:32:23 GMT
In the short time I've been watching, that crowdpac has gone up about $140K.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Oct 5, 2018 23:39:53 GMT
Done!!
$2,432,556
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Post by elaine on Oct 6, 2018 0:14:37 GMT
Planned Parenthood just called. I made myself feel better about today by donating to them.
I’m also giving to the Democrat running against the GOP incumbent for the House in the district next to mine. My representative’s seat isn’t in danger, but I’ll be happy if we can get Republican Barbara Comstock “I’m in favor of required vaginal ultrasounds for women seeking to terminate pregnancies” out of office.
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Post by withapea on Oct 6, 2018 0:49:08 GMT
I donated to Heidi Heitkamp too.
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TXMary
Pearl Clutcher
And so many nights I just dream of the ocean. God, I wish I was sailin' again.
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Post by TXMary on Oct 6, 2018 1:04:25 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Oct 6, 2018 1:47:55 GMT
Planned Parenthood just called. I made myself feel better about today by donating to them. I’m also giving to the Democrat running against the GOP incumbent for the House in the district next to mine. My representative’s seat isn’t in danger, but I’ll be happy if we can get Republican Barbara Comstock “I’m in favor of required vaginal ultrasounds for women seeking to terminate pregnancies” out of office. What's the harm in an ultrasound?
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Post by Merge on Oct 6, 2018 1:58:39 GMT
Planned Parenthood just called. I made myself feel better about today by donating to them. I’m also giving to the Democrat running against the GOP incumbent for the House in the district next to mine. My representative’s seat isn’t in danger, but I’ll be happy if we can get Republican Barbara Comstock “I’m in favor of required vaginal ultrasounds for women seeking to terminate pregnancies” out of office. What's the harm in an ultrasound? What's the medical rationale for forcing women to have one before terminating a pregnancy? And not just a regular ultrasound - a fairly invasive one.
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Post by Merge on Oct 6, 2018 2:00:53 GMT
Planned Parenthood just called. I made myself feel better about today by donating to them. I’m also giving to the Democrat running against the GOP incumbent for the House in the district next to mine. My representative’s seat isn’t in danger, but I’ll be happy if we can get Republican Barbara Comstock “I’m in favor of required vaginal ultrasounds for women seeking to terminate pregnancies” out of office. One of my childhood friends lives in Comstock's district and is volunteering with Wexton's campaign. Fingers crossed.
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Post by elaine on Oct 6, 2018 2:05:36 GMT
Planned Parenthood just called. I made myself feel better about today by donating to them. I’m also giving to the Democrat running against the GOP incumbent for the House in the district next to mine. My representative’s seat isn’t in danger, but I’ll be happy if we can get Republican Barbara Comstock “I’m in favor of required vaginal ultrasounds for women seeking to terminate pregnancies” out of office. What's the harm in an ultrasound? There are numerous reasons why women wouldn’t CHOOSE to have a large plastic wand shoved up their vagina by a doctor. There is absolutely no reason for politicians to legislate forcing medical procedures on women. If a woman chooses to have one, good for her. That is between her and her doctor. If she chooses not to, it isn’t anyone’s business - certainly not a politician’s. And it is fascinating that, yet again, the party that touts “smaller government” when it comes to legislating things like business regulations, is more than happy to try to legislate what happens to women’s bodies.
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Post by elaine on Oct 6, 2018 2:14:41 GMT
Planned Parenthood just called. I made myself feel better about today by donating to them. I’m also giving to the Democrat running against the GOP incumbent for the House in the district next to mine. My representative’s seat isn’t in danger, but I’ll be happy if we can get Republican Barbara Comstock “I’m in favor of required vaginal ultrasounds for women seeking to terminate pregnancies” out of office. One of my childhood friends lives in Comstock's district and is volunteering with Wexton's campaign. Fingers crossed. Yes, Wexton now has some of our family $$. I hope that Comstock is kicked to the curb. Northern VA has become increasingly blue, as more and more immigrants settle into it, and Wexton should have a decent chance.
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PLurker
Prolific Pea
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Post by PLurker on Oct 6, 2018 2:27:38 GMT
Sen Flake saying he will be voting yes unless "something big" happens. W.T.H. ?
Something big? Like being an accused, never really cleared sexual predator being seated on SCOTUS?
Something big? Like all the victims coming out of the woodwork in protest in spite of the continual suffering?
Something big? Like the partisan conspiracy theory rant that the nominee ranted?
Something big? Like the taint and distrust that will be on the SCOTUS for years to come?
Something big? Like this is "tearing the country apart" (your words, Flake)
Something big? Like country over party that you claim to endorse in the past?
I could go on but damn. I don't think he is looking for "something big" but rather dramatic like another elevator moment. But of course I don't think he's "looking" for that either. It just inconveniently got in his face and he couldn't ignore it for that moment. Moment's over.
You know what else is something big? Doing the right thing.
rant over. Ughhhh!
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Post by crazy4scraps on Oct 6, 2018 3:37:51 GMT
What's the harm in an ultrasound? There are numerous reasons why women wouldn’t CHOOSE to have a large plastic wand shoved up their vagina by a doctor. There is absolutely no reason for politicians to legislate forcing medical procedures on women. If a woman chooses to have one, good for her. That is between her and her doctor. If she chooses not to, it isn’t anyone’s business - certainly not a politician’s. And it is fascinating that, yet again, the party that touts “smaller government” when it comes to legislating things like business regulations, is more than happy to try to legislate what happens to women’s bodies. Exactly this. If she hasn’t ever had one she wouldn’t get just how invasive it actually is even if you want to be pregnant. I too am totally baffled by the fact that Republicans are all about legislating things they have no business legislating all while claiming to be the party of fewer regulations and smaller government. Ridiculous.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Oct 6, 2018 4:08:21 GMT
And BK being dumbfounded when Sen Kamala Harris asked him if he knew of any legislation to control any male body part?!?!?!
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Post by lucyg on Oct 6, 2018 4:46:02 GMT
I would, but I already sent money to Heidi Heitkamp today. She made a brave stand.
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Post by lucyg on Oct 6, 2018 4:51:51 GMT
Planned Parenthood just called. I made myself feel better about today by donating to them. I’m also giving to the Democrat running against the GOP incumbent for the House in the district next to mine. My representative’s seat isn’t in danger, but I’ll be happy if we can get Republican Barbara Comstock “I’m in favor of required vaginal ultrasounds for women seeking to terminate pregnancies” out of office. What's the harm in an ultrasound? Generally speaking, we allow medical professionals to decide when a medical procedure is required ... not legislators with no medical knowledge, but plenty of ulterior motive.
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used2scrap
Drama Llama
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Post by used2scrap on Oct 6, 2018 5:02:07 GMT
Planned Parenthood just called. I made myself feel better about today by donating to them. I’m also giving to the Democrat running against the GOP incumbent for the House in the district next to mine. My representative’s seat isn’t in danger, but I’ll be happy if we can get Republican Barbara Comstock “I’m in favor of required vaginal ultrasounds for women seeking to terminate pregnancies” out of office. What's the harm in an ultrasound? As a sexual assault survivor, a forced vaginal ultrasound is incredibly invasive and harmful. I did not have any with three pregnancies, and I’m glad my doctors supported my choice.
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Post by Merge on Oct 6, 2018 13:38:38 GMT
Got another $20 this morning? Donate your week's coffee money to your nearest swing district. swingleft.orgMay I humbly suggest TX-07? We're working to get rid of John Culberson, whose top two listed campaign donors are company that owns for-profit prisons and a contractor that profits from providing increased services to the border patrol. His opponent, Lizzie Fletcher, is an experienced Houston attorney who will much better represent the diverse people and interests of this swing district.
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Just T
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Post by Just T on Oct 6, 2018 14:29:11 GMT
What's the harm in an ultrasound? As a sexual assault survivor, a forced vaginal ultrasound is incredibly invasive and harmful. I did not have any with three pregnancies, and I’m glad my doctors supported my choice. I will preface what I am about to say with this: I am very much pro choice. I will never, ever, ever be okay with Roe vs. Wade being overturned. Never. I also am not "pro abortion" as many like to say about those who are pro choice. I would never want my children to have an abortion, but I support their right, along with every other woman's right to have a safe one.
I have never had an abortion, but I have had plenty of vaginal ultrasounds due to difficult pregnancies/several miscarriages. I can't imagine that is any more invasive, or traumatic, than the tools/equipment used in having an abortion.
I had a friend in college who had an abortion. Years later, she was married and pregnant, and had an ultrasound at the same week she had her previous abortion. She actually said that if she had had an ultrasound before the abortion, she may have changed her mind because back then, she really had no idea what a baby was like at that early stage. She thought it was just a 'clump of cells' and was shocked to discover a tiny baby with a beating heart.
I'm not saying that all women will change their minds. But for someone who is conflicted, it might save them a great deal of heartache later if they have an ultrasound before the procedure. I am assuming she specifically said vaginal ultrasound because early in pregnancy, that is the only way to get a good look at the baby. In my mind, pro choice also means having all of the necessary knowledge to make an informed choice so that you don't suffer from trauma and regrets later.
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ellen
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Post by ellen on Oct 6, 2018 14:35:11 GMT
Planned Parenthood just called. I made myself feel better about today by donating to them. I’m also giving to the Democrat running against the GOP incumbent for the House in the district next to mine. My representative’s seat isn’t in danger, but I’ll be happy if we can get Republican Barbara Comstock “I’m in favor of required vaginal ultrasounds for women seeking to terminate pregnancies” out of office. What's the harm in an ultrasound? None, if it is your doctor making the recommendation and you agree to it. I had one done when my doctor was unable to detect a fetal heartbeat during my first pregnancy. It's a much different situation if you have chosen to end your pregnancy and the government says they need to probe your vagina first. There is no medical reason for it and it's none of their business.
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Post by Darcy Collins on Oct 6, 2018 14:44:33 GMT
As a sexual assault survivor, a forced vaginal ultrasound is incredibly invasive and harmful. I did not have any with three pregnancies, and I’m glad my doctors supported my choice. I I can't imagine that is any more invasive, or traumatic, than the tools/equipment used in having an abortion.
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Keep in mind about 1/3 of all and almost 50% of 1st trimester abortions are medication induced.
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Post by elaine on Oct 6, 2018 15:21:35 GMT
As a sexual assault survivor, a forced vaginal ultrasound is incredibly invasive and harmful. I did not have any with three pregnancies, and I’m glad my doctors supported my choice. I will preface what I am about to say with this: I am very much pro choice. I will never, ever, ever be okay with Roe vs. Wade being overturned. Never. I also am not "pro abortion" as many like to say about those who are pro choice. I would never want my children to have an abortion, but I support their right, along with every other woman's right to have a safe one.
I have never had an abortion, but I have had plenty of vaginal ultrasounds due to difficult pregnancies/several miscarriages. I can't imagine that is any more invasive, or traumatic, than the tools/equipment used in having an abortion.
I had a friend in college who had an abortion. Years later, she was married and pregnant, and had an ultrasound at the same week she had her previous abortion. She actually said that if she had had an ultrasound before the abortion, she may have changed her mind because back then, she really had no idea what a baby was like at that early stage. She thought it was just a 'clump of cells' and was shocked to discover a tiny baby with a beating heart.
I'm not saying that all women will change their minds. But for someone who is conflicted, it might save them a great deal of heartache later if they have an ultrasound before the procedure. I am assuming she specifically said vaginal ultrasound because early in pregnancy, that is the only way to get a good look at the baby. In my mind, pro choice also means having all of the necessary knowledge to make an informed choice so that you don't suffer from trauma and regrets later.
You can’t possibly claim to be pro-CHOICE, while at the same time suggesting that the government should legally FORCE all women seeking to terminate pregnancies to have a procedure that was readily available for your friend and which she CHOSE not to have. If she wanted a transvaginal ultrasound, no one was stopping her. You may not want Roe v Wade overturned, but if you want the government to be able to force procedures on women, then you are not pro-choice philosophically, because the core of the philosophy is that women should be able to choose what happens to their bodies. It isn’t simply about abortion. I’m sorry that your friend regrets making a choice not to do something that was readily available to her. Ignorance is no excuse. Other women do not deserve to be punished for her choice. I will also add that it is much easier to suppose one would have made a different choice when not actually faced with it. If faced with the realities of having to drop out of college to have and raise a baby - I’m guessing single - her choice to terminate the pregnancy may very well have been the same even after a transvaginal ultrasound. And again, other women should not have their rights to choose what happens to their bodies taken away because your friend freely exercised hers and now thinks she might have done things differently if she made a different choice.
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