Jen addresses a 'pause' in Ukraine aide and tariffs on our allies in a special video. Also: Learn Jen Rubin's Words and Phrases We Could Do Without, a historian on the SOTU and more American protests.
The bumpkins, morons, Yahoos, misogynists, bigots, racists, rubes and boobs of Trumpland are getting exactly what they voted for, even if they were too stupid to know they were voting for it. None of this is a surprise-- he's doing exactly what he said over the past few years that he'd do. If the fallout landed only on Red America, or on those who stayed home on election day, I'd have no sympathy-- they're getting what they deserve. But the fallout will land on all of us, even though we don't deserve it.
Thanks for the astute analysis, and comments, Ms Rubin! Trump is nothing but a Wrecking Ball to our country, and our lives. He is a Destroyer, not a Builder! With a President like this, who needs enemies?! He’s destroying us from the inside…..and more effectively than any of our adversaries could…..and, they don’t have to lift a finger!
You are right….and it is sad that we have to depend upon the Republicans legislators to save us……as they seem hellbent on committing hari kari to their own Country! I hope and pray we can make it to a 2026 landslide victory for Democrats——that’s the only way I can see out of this mess!
Trump is a traitor phasing military equipment--that's aiding and abetting! What now? Impeach, but that won't happen. Still, there's always Something you can do besides calling reps and senators, protesting, making signs, donating, etc. Here's a thought I had: What can an ordinary Missourian do about this Oval Office Trump-Vance debacle and America-to-the-world embarrassment? Here's what I tried--a direct apology to President Zelensky via the Ukraime embassy WDC: Sent email today to Ukraine Embassy WDC.
"Attn: The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the United States of America Subject: Apology to President Zelensky Dear Madam Ambassador Markarova: On behalf of myself and the majority of American people standing for the freedom of Ukraine, may I request that the following subject apology be forwarded to President Zelensky: Please apologize to President Zelenskyy for the shameful behaviour of President Trump and Vice-President Vance on Feb. 28, 2025. It was a despicable, pre-coordinated setup ambush by two bullies against one courageous man standing tall. Trump and Vance have forever stained the sacred honor of the Oval Office. Thank you. Sincerely, (Ordinary American citizen)" s/s (full name and location, Farmington, MO)
I’ve had an ache in my soul since President Zelensky was subjected to utter disrespect from two of the most obnoxious and stupid men on the planet. In addition to feeling that way, I’m deeply ashamed of my country and that is one of the worst feelings I’ve ever had.
In the Oval Office on Friday, Trump and Vance spoke for America; this American would very much like to send President Zelensky my apology as an American, and also voice my respect and support for him, his soldiers, his country, and all of the citizens of Ukraine.
I’ll search for the email address this evening when I get home, but if you have it handy, please post it?
I’d love to send President Zelensky a message during the Trump Dog and Pony Show this evening. Thank you for sharing your idea and your message.
All democratic Congressional members should boycott tonight's joint address to Congress. If they can't boycott, they should take signs with a picture of Pinocchio and raise them every time a lie is uttered on the podium
Why are the former presidents, Bush, Clinton, O’Bama and Biden silent?. Why aren’t they screaming from the rooftops, appearing on and in the media lambasting the realignment of the world order. My father and those of the “greatest generation” are turning over in their graves. Who is protecting democracy and our republic.
Sen. Ron Wyden announced that he will be hosting an “open-to-all town hall” on Tuesday, instead of attending Trump’s rant in front of a joint session of Congress. Wyden said: “If you’re looking for something to do … besides watching Trump lie for two hours, all are welcome to tune in.”
So, let's see . . . the first time Trump pulled aid to Ukraine and tried to use restoration as a cudgel to try to force Zelensky to investigate Biden, it got him impeached. Now he's pulling aid as a cudgel to try to force Zelensky to grovel. But the aid was authorized by Congress, and he has no real authority to pull it. Impeach again!
So, will Democrats and any Republican with a conscience walk out on tonight's State of the Union address? How much damage does the Musk/Trump/Putin coalition have to do before Congress says "enough"?
All this chaos is meant to enrage the American people. As the protests grow trumputin can send in proud boys to start fires, shoot a cop, whatever it takes to call Marshal Law. I'll stop here, because you all need to learn what that means and to understand his end game. It is truly terrifying. I'm tired of the nightmares. DO SOMETHING!!!
Donald Trump is a Russian asset, according to a 2021 story in "The Guardian," who was recruited by Moscow as far back as 1987. All the horrors that Trump is currently inflicting on Ukraine and the rest of the free world are Moscow's return on its longterm investment.
I am genuinely fearful that FFOTUS will announce tonight that he is declaring marshal law and suspending all elections. He will then disregard all legal decisions that state it is unconstitutional.
I see what they mean now when some say that Zelinsky was "SET UP" in that meeting.
Of all people, both Trump and Vance HAD to have known how many times Z had thanked everyone here in America--over and over again. And yet they accused him of not being thankful enough. They accused Z of not having enough gratitude because the PRESS was there and probably because Putin was watching, but also the world, who may not have known just how Z had already lavished thanks on Trump, Congress, the American people, all of us.
The "set up" was to spring that on Z, and then not let him talk, when it would sound so bizarre to him that he wouldn't know how to respond to the accusation. THAT was what was so unsettling about the meeting to me at the time--they kept harping on a lack of gratitude, and attacking Z, not letting him answer a complete question so that what stuck with the audience was what they wanted to stick. Z's lack of gratitude--just another lie in the Catalogue of Trump Lies. Z would have to be really stupid to trust any of them.
And then there is the guy in my neighborhood who hates Zelinsky because he is Jewish.
Thank you so much for planning a discussion tonight with sane, rational, intelligent, decent Americans who support the rule of law, the U.S. Constitution, upholding treaties and contracts we have signed, truth and honor, our standing around the world, and more. And who refuse to give in to lies and fear and who will stand up for what is right. We look forward to tuning in.
The bumpkins, morons, Yahoos, misogynists, bigots, racists, rubes and boobs of Trumpland are getting exactly what they voted for, even if they were too stupid to know they were voting for it. None of this is a surprise-- he's doing exactly what he said over the past few years that he'd do. If the fallout landed only on Red America, or on those who stayed home on election day, I'd have no sympathy-- they're getting what they deserve. But the fallout will land on all of us, even though we don't deserve it.
Thanks for the astute analysis, and comments, Ms Rubin! Trump is nothing but a Wrecking Ball to our country, and our lives. He is a Destroyer, not a Builder! With a President like this, who needs enemies?! He’s destroying us from the inside…..and more effectively than any of our adversaries could…..and, they don’t have to lift a finger!
You are right….and it is sad that we have to depend upon the Republicans legislators to save us……as they seem hellbent on committing hari kari to their own Country! I hope and pray we can make it to a 2026 landslide victory for Democrats——that’s the only way I can see out of this mess!
Trump is a traitor phasing military equipment--that's aiding and abetting! What now? Impeach, but that won't happen. Still, there's always Something you can do besides calling reps and senators, protesting, making signs, donating, etc. Here's a thought I had: What can an ordinary Missourian do about this Oval Office Trump-Vance debacle and America-to-the-world embarrassment? Here's what I tried--a direct apology to President Zelensky via the Ukraime embassy WDC: Sent email today to Ukraine Embassy WDC.
"Attn: The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the United States of America Subject: Apology to President Zelensky Dear Madam Ambassador Markarova: On behalf of myself and the majority of American people standing for the freedom of Ukraine, may I request that the following subject apology be forwarded to President Zelensky: Please apologize to President Zelenskyy for the shameful behaviour of President Trump and Vice-President Vance on Feb. 28, 2025. It was a despicable, pre-coordinated setup ambush by two bullies against one courageous man standing tall. Trump and Vance have forever stained the sacred honor of the Oval Office. Thank you. Sincerely, (Ordinary American citizen)" s/s (full name and location, Farmington, MO)
Do something. Anything. Never give up.
Thanks for thinking of this!
This is excellent! Well done!
I’ve had an ache in my soul since President Zelensky was subjected to utter disrespect from two of the most obnoxious and stupid men on the planet. In addition to feeling that way, I’m deeply ashamed of my country and that is one of the worst feelings I’ve ever had.
In the Oval Office on Friday, Trump and Vance spoke for America; this American would very much like to send President Zelensky my apology as an American, and also voice my respect and support for him, his soldiers, his country, and all of the citizens of Ukraine.
I’ll search for the email address this evening when I get home, but if you have it handy, please post it?
I’d love to send President Zelensky a message during the Trump Dog and Pony Show this evening. Thank you for sharing your idea and your message.
All democratic Congressional members should boycott tonight's joint address to Congress. If they can't boycott, they should take signs with a picture of Pinocchio and raise them every time a lie is uttered on the podium
Their arms would have given out before the first half came.
Why are the former presidents, Bush, Clinton, O’Bama and Biden silent?. Why aren’t they screaming from the rooftops, appearing on and in the media lambasting the realignment of the world order. My father and those of the “greatest generation” are turning over in their graves. Who is protecting democracy and our republic.
Sen. Ron Wyden announced that he will be hosting an “open-to-all town hall” on Tuesday, instead of attending Trump’s rant in front of a joint session of Congress. Wyden said: “If you’re looking for something to do … besides watching Trump lie for two hours, all are welcome to tune in.”
Thousands of us will be joining!
https://blogspot.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0890ebdb3902bd4cdf592750a&id=e90dce7948&e=9bd07a9a98
So, let's see . . . the first time Trump pulled aid to Ukraine and tried to use restoration as a cudgel to try to force Zelensky to investigate Biden, it got him impeached. Now he's pulling aid as a cudgel to try to force Zelensky to grovel. But the aid was authorized by Congress, and he has no real authority to pull it. Impeach again!
So, will Democrats and any Republican with a conscience walk out on tonight's State of the Union address? How much damage does the Musk/Trump/Putin coalition have to do before Congress says "enough"?
Why don't we, the people, have a vote of No Confidence?
How is this done?
All this chaos is meant to enrage the American people. As the protests grow trumputin can send in proud boys to start fires, shoot a cop, whatever it takes to call Marshal Law. I'll stop here, because you all need to learn what that means and to understand his end game. It is truly terrifying. I'm tired of the nightmares. DO SOMETHING!!!
Donald Trump is a Russian asset, according to a 2021 story in "The Guardian," who was recruited by Moscow as far back as 1987. All the horrors that Trump is currently inflicting on Ukraine and the rest of the free world are Moscow's return on its longterm investment.
I am genuinely fearful that FFOTUS will announce tonight that he is declaring marshal law and suspending all elections. He will then disregard all legal decisions that state it is unconstitutional.
Love the Contrarian and would love to see some 20-40 year olds involved.
I see what they mean now when some say that Zelinsky was "SET UP" in that meeting.
Of all people, both Trump and Vance HAD to have known how many times Z had thanked everyone here in America--over and over again. And yet they accused him of not being thankful enough. They accused Z of not having enough gratitude because the PRESS was there and probably because Putin was watching, but also the world, who may not have known just how Z had already lavished thanks on Trump, Congress, the American people, all of us.
The "set up" was to spring that on Z, and then not let him talk, when it would sound so bizarre to him that he wouldn't know how to respond to the accusation. THAT was what was so unsettling about the meeting to me at the time--they kept harping on a lack of gratitude, and attacking Z, not letting him answer a complete question so that what stuck with the audience was what they wanted to stick. Z's lack of gratitude--just another lie in the Catalogue of Trump Lies. Z would have to be really stupid to trust any of them.
And then there is the guy in my neighborhood who hates Zelinsky because he is Jewish.
Is anyone one going to yell out, Liar, tonight. Like Reps did to Obama. No, Liberals don't do that?
Thank you so much for planning a discussion tonight with sane, rational, intelligent, decent Americans who support the rule of law, the U.S. Constitution, upholding treaties and contracts we have signed, truth and honor, our standing around the world, and more. And who refuse to give in to lies and fear and who will stand up for what is right. We look forward to tuning in.