Traitor Boebert out of Congress would be good start to the beginning of crippling the MAGA movement. Not a fan of Buck either but when folks like him are stepping down before their terms end, it sends a strong message that the BS, GOP red hat rhetoric is continuing to get even more dysfunctional and more obvious that they have no interest in governing. It's only about controlling and protecting their false idol.
‘As of 2019, members who participated in the congressional pension system are vested after five years of service. A pension is available to members 62 years of age with 5 years of service; 50 years or older with 20 years of service; or 25 years of service at any age.’
At age 37, BoBo doesn’t qualify for any congressional pension. Schadenfreude at its best!
I love that Lauren Boebert is in trouble. Now if we could only get the rest of that gang out… (Matt Gaetz, MTG, Paul Gosar, etc) Thank you for leaving me with a smile.
Mahalo for the explanation on Boebert's political options. I had no idea she had to resign if she wanted to run for the special election for Buck's seat. Part of me wants her to (and fail), but part of me wants her to see the crumbling of her party in November to nothing when she and Trump lose.
Wow, Mary! As always, THANK YOU! We DO need good news, but cannot become complacent, certainly, as you well know. I can't relax until the evildoers realize the mess that they caused. Bobert will become an absolute nothing once her fifteen minutes runs out, and she is no longer in office. Hopefully like do a Sarah Palin. (twenty years on: Who?!) Her extra free time will enable her to attend theatre performances. After her last theatre date, she should do everyone a favor, put on a raincoat, and take it to an adult theatre. Thank God that Christian Nationalist and January 6th Architect Johnson is slowly getting the slow "water torture" treatment and his leadership crumbles quickly as it deserves....alas, the Schadefreunde mentioned from yesterday seems to be appealing to my mind. The upside is that after years of general political complacency, I have strong opinions that must be voiced at the ballot box.
We/the world are paying more attention to your politics than many Americans yet we don't get to vote - Australia just gets punished or rewarded by your results. All we can do is watch, wait and pray.
I have even had bad thoughts that DJT has eaten to many MDs cheeseburgers & They finally catch up with him 😉 It would sure lessen Americans stress as well as World Leaders. Just says. DJT has caused so many families hell including mine as well as many with High Blood Pressure. I talk with a Dr who told me after Jan 6 MANY patients came in over an 8wk period with stress & BP problems. How is it one human can do that to American that do pay attention to what’s going on in DC? I for one worry for my grandkids futures. I am one that has High Blood Pressure which I was stunned. I start on Mary & Joyce Vance to read on their thought which has given me some hope. I do feel DJT get breaks or he bribes people to get away with crimes for years even in 1987 he went to Russia. He a snake.
The hope you offer is precious to me (as I’m sure it is to all who follow you).
I desperately need to believe we will prevail. Today on MSNBC it was emphasized that, “Are you better off today than you were 4 years ago?” isn’t the smartest question for the GOP to ask. Four years ago today Covid was pronounced a national emergency. Like all trauma, we try to forget and move beyond it but the fact is that Donald was an abject failure as a leader, especially in a crisis. This should be emphasized more. The contrast is profound!
Jody, I totally concur. This is further proof of the power hunger rooted in maga brained, incompetent, narcisstic, micromanaging , fungus smelling " gold statue " , baby Donny balloon.
Worshipping at the feet of an idol , who destroys everything with his greed.
We can't forget any of his treasonous actions.... NADA 1.
He has grifted his way mightly, from his inauguration speech, through COVID-19, 2020 election lies, bombastic threats, and crimes.
Time to disappear him in the deep well of a Federal Penitentiary; rehab Alcatraz and let the ghosts have at him
Sorry Cally, remember it's surrounded by lots of water, so don't fret.
I love this. It how I feel to. It’s time for DJT to disappear from our site. Gitmo might be better It should be vacant. Alcatraz is a tourist haven now. We need him further away long out of Everyone’s mind. Truth be known most Republican lawmakers wish that to. Except weird 8 that went after McCarthy. Gaetz will be there unless DD throws in money for him to run for Gov?
I posted a video Ruth Ben-Ghiat did about why Donald spends time with dictators. My young Trumpy cousin wrote back, “Donald Trump puts America first and he helps our country to where dictators in other countries won’t want to harm us.”
I tried to be nice and talk about things. Like Donald doesn’t care about anyone but himself, bad businessman, sexual assault, rude behavior. I asked my rather soft-spoken cousin if he thinks it’s okay to make fun of people who stutter and he said well what about Hunter Biden’s bad behavior reflecting on the whole Biden family?
And then we were off to the races with Hunter’s laptop, the woke liberal media, “reliable” sources like Fox and Newsmax…
Anywho, it was disheartening. But maybe there aren’t enough people like my cousin. Maybe???
Unfortunately there are plenty of people like your soft spoken cousin who support Trump. It is like looking into the eclipse for these folks, just like Donald did. Eventually, they will be blinded by everything reasonable, rational and factual and cling to these sad beliefs which fly in the face of reason, truth and justice.
I totally agree that the Republican party is circling the drain and with enough of us showing up at the polls, they'll be on their way out. Great Substack.
This was the lowest turn out in the CA State in our History. I have read several other state said the same. How can we get them out to vote in Nov. Trump party over took Huntington Beach, Newport it scary. They must know this is the year NOT TO SIT OUT OUR ELECTION
Each of us does what we can. Knock on doors, write post cards, phone or text banking , or just reposting things we think will make a difference. It won't be easy but we can do this. I shared this Substack on four social media sites, but then I have the time to do this.
This is great news. We hope that the republicans lose their seats and especially MTG, Bobert, Cruz, Jim Jordan, etc!!! And God, when will Trump be charged and thrown in Jail. We loved what Jimmy Kimmel did on Oscar’s night. My husband and I had to replay it, because it was so darn funny 😆 That really backfired on Trump!!!😆😅. Thank you Mary for all your doing and we are passing the word around and encouraging them to support you which intern supports the American people.
As I wonder about all the crime being exposed in the Republican party from the least to the Supreme with absolutely no consequence, it's a gift to treasure when real-life consequences do happen.
Mary, I love what you are doing, but I have to ask. Do you really need our money? If you do, I'm happy to contribute. I'm lucky enough I can afford it, but the depth of my pockets have limits. If you really don't need it, I'd rather give it to the many great authors out there who really need it who also are helping save democracy. Your advice is most appreciated, and thanks again for what you do. Said most respectfully.
Et tu Ken Buck...Way to go! This is making my huge bet on Joe Biden winning handily look better and better. Trouble for Boebart, Johnson and BIG trouble for The Orange Menace just makes my day. Now if we "Blue Believers" in Athens, Georgia can find a way to make BIG trouble for
Marjorie Taylor Greene, and when I rake in the $$$, I will be a happy old former Hippie!
@William Burke I know, I know. But I have grown old, and my physical body has changed in difficult ways. I am quite radical in my progressive beliefs. Living in a Blue city has helped me keep feet to the fire of MAGA people I encounter. I used to think the South was all MAGA, but moving to Athens, GA has demonstrated that is not true. We have our share of unenlightened people; fortunately, they are in an extreme minority. Also, many have been unhappy with Biden We have talked to his staff to coax him see the light and take a strong stand for a ceasefire in Gaza. It is unconscionable that he would continue to send weapons of war to Israel, and we voted "uncommitted" to apply pressure. All my friends will vote for him in November. This was a "wake up" call.
It brings me SO MUCH 😀 and 🤣 that Ken Buck's resignation could hurt Boebert's Congressional "career".
Thank you, Mary, for your uplifting column. 💙
Traitor Boebert out of Congress would be good start to the beginning of crippling the MAGA movement. Not a fan of Buck either but when folks like him are stepping down before their terms end, it sends a strong message that the BS, GOP red hat rhetoric is continuing to get even more dysfunctional and more obvious that they have no interest in governing. It's only about controlling and protecting their false idol.
Maga is sredding apart like an old Kleenex in the washing machine 😂😂😂
I hope the Ken Buck resignation gets Boebert kicked out of Congress.
Did Ken Buck imply that e more Republicans will retire?
🏆🏆🏆🏆
While the reason she's so desperate to Find a place to run is she needs 3 terms to get lifelong benefits & pay. Or that's what I read...somewhere.
I guess she'll have to go back to making sick inducing sliders or pole dancing! She still has 4 kids & a grandbaby to raise.
(well, 1 may be in jail) Unless ex-daddy has them.
Lord Help those kids.
‘As of 2019, members who participated in the congressional pension system are vested after five years of service. A pension is available to members 62 years of age with 5 years of service; 50 years or older with 20 years of service; or 25 years of service at any age.’
At age 37, BoBo doesn’t qualify for any congressional pension. Schadenfreude at its best!
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Congressional_pension
👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
I love that Lauren Boebert is in trouble. Now if we could only get the rest of that gang out… (Matt Gaetz, MTG, Paul Gosar, etc) Thank you for leaving me with a smile.
Gaetz's district is solidly RED. I have family who live there, and Gaetz's family is prominent in the area. Sigh 😔.
And they are as corrupt as he is.
Once again the SOUTH DOESN'T WANT HONESTY!
I feel for you!
Insurrectionist lot
Mahalo for the explanation on Boebert's political options. I had no idea she had to resign if she wanted to run for the special election for Buck's seat. Part of me wants her to (and fail), but part of me wants her to see the crumbling of her party in November to nothing when she and Trump lose.
Trump & Boebert. The crotch grabbers.
She grabs CROTCHES ALSO??
MEN OR WOMEN?
Man.
https://youtu.be/UMgTuc2wl6U?si=7z-UPzcFcUqURgLy
Girl it's on film. She's an anaconda handler, in public, at a children's event.
Wow, Mary! As always, THANK YOU! We DO need good news, but cannot become complacent, certainly, as you well know. I can't relax until the evildoers realize the mess that they caused. Bobert will become an absolute nothing once her fifteen minutes runs out, and she is no longer in office. Hopefully like do a Sarah Palin. (twenty years on: Who?!) Her extra free time will enable her to attend theatre performances. After her last theatre date, she should do everyone a favor, put on a raincoat, and take it to an adult theatre. Thank God that Christian Nationalist and January 6th Architect Johnson is slowly getting the slow "water torture" treatment and his leadership crumbles quickly as it deserves....alas, the Schadefreunde mentioned from yesterday seems to be appealing to my mind. The upside is that after years of general political complacency, I have strong opinions that must be voiced at the ballot box.
Thank you, Mary, and keep up the great work! You help keep me sane!
Me too.
We/the world are paying more attention to your politics than many Americans yet we don't get to vote - Australia just gets punished or rewarded by your results. All we can do is watch, wait and pray.
I have even had bad thoughts that DJT has eaten to many MDs cheeseburgers & They finally catch up with him 😉 It would sure lessen Americans stress as well as World Leaders. Just says. DJT has caused so many families hell including mine as well as many with High Blood Pressure. I talk with a Dr who told me after Jan 6 MANY patients came in over an 8wk period with stress & BP problems. How is it one human can do that to American that do pay attention to what’s going on in DC? I for one worry for my grandkids futures. I am one that has High Blood Pressure which I was stunned. I start on Mary & Joyce Vance to read on their thought which has given me some hope. I do feel DJT get breaks or he bribes people to get away with crimes for years even in 1987 he went to Russia. He a snake.
Thanks for your prayers! 🙏🙏
Well, please keep praying as hard as you can!
The hope you offer is precious to me (as I’m sure it is to all who follow you).
I desperately need to believe we will prevail. Today on MSNBC it was emphasized that, “Are you better off today than you were 4 years ago?” isn’t the smartest question for the GOP to ask. Four years ago today Covid was pronounced a national emergency. Like all trauma, we try to forget and move beyond it but the fact is that Donald was an abject failure as a leader, especially in a crisis. This should be emphasized more. The contrast is profound!
Jody, I totally concur. This is further proof of the power hunger rooted in maga brained, incompetent, narcisstic, micromanaging , fungus smelling " gold statue " , baby Donny balloon.
Worshipping at the feet of an idol , who destroys everything with his greed.
We can't forget any of his treasonous actions.... NADA 1.
He has grifted his way mightly, from his inauguration speech, through COVID-19, 2020 election lies, bombastic threats, and crimes.
Time to disappear him in the deep well of a Federal Penitentiary; rehab Alcatraz and let the ghosts have at him
Sorry Cally, remember it's surrounded by lots of water, so don't fret.
I love this. It how I feel to. It’s time for DJT to disappear from our site. Gitmo might be better It should be vacant. Alcatraz is a tourist haven now. We need him further away long out of Everyone’s mind. Truth be known most Republican lawmakers wish that to. Except weird 8 that went after McCarthy. Gaetz will be there unless DD throws in money for him to run for Gov?
I posted a video Ruth Ben-Ghiat did about why Donald spends time with dictators. My young Trumpy cousin wrote back, “Donald Trump puts America first and he helps our country to where dictators in other countries won’t want to harm us.”
I tried to be nice and talk about things. Like Donald doesn’t care about anyone but himself, bad businessman, sexual assault, rude behavior. I asked my rather soft-spoken cousin if he thinks it’s okay to make fun of people who stutter and he said well what about Hunter Biden’s bad behavior reflecting on the whole Biden family?
And then we were off to the races with Hunter’s laptop, the woke liberal media, “reliable” sources like Fox and Newsmax…
Anywho, it was disheartening. But maybe there aren’t enough people like my cousin. Maybe???
The numbers of people who voted for tfg twice are dropping like flies. There are many who will never vote for him again due to the insurrection.
WILLFUL IGNORANCE reigns.... STILL.
Sorry👋 😲🙄🌊🌊🌊
Unfortunately there are plenty of people like your soft spoken cousin who support Trump. It is like looking into the eclipse for these folks, just like Donald did. Eventually, they will be blinded by everything reasonable, rational and factual and cling to these sad beliefs which fly in the face of reason, truth and justice.
Excellent comment, Betsy!
Well Pamela, try to look on the bright side. You’re at least once removed. It’s worse for nuclear families that have been broken up over this shit.
True. And in fact, he is a first cousin once removed, so there’s that.
There seems no way to rid them of “Alternative Facts”!
Sounds like your cousin is in the MAGA cult.😵💫
Ya think?
I totally agree that the Republican party is circling the drain and with enough of us showing up at the polls, they'll be on their way out. Great Substack.
This was the lowest turn out in the CA State in our History. I have read several other state said the same. How can we get them out to vote in Nov. Trump party over took Huntington Beach, Newport it scary. They must know this is the year NOT TO SIT OUT OUR ELECTION
Absolutely!!!
Each of us does what we can. Knock on doors, write post cards, phone or text banking , or just reposting things we think will make a difference. It won't be easy but we can do this. I shared this Substack on four social media sites, but then I have the time to do this.
Wish it would happen to the green person (can't call her a lady), too...
This is great news. We hope that the republicans lose their seats and especially MTG, Bobert, Cruz, Jim Jordan, etc!!! And God, when will Trump be charged and thrown in Jail. We loved what Jimmy Kimmel did on Oscar’s night. My husband and I had to replay it, because it was so darn funny 😆 That really backfired on Trump!!!😆😅. Thank you Mary for all your doing and we are passing the word around and encouraging them to support you which intern supports the American people.
As I wonder about all the crime being exposed in the Republican party from the least to the Supreme with absolutely no consequence, it's a gift to treasure when real-life consequences do happen.
Mary, I love what you are doing, but I have to ask. Do you really need our money? If you do, I'm happy to contribute. I'm lucky enough I can afford it, but the depth of my pockets have limits. If you really don't need it, I'd rather give it to the many great authors out there who really need it who also are helping save democracy. Your advice is most appreciated, and thanks again for what you do. Said most respectfully.
Excellent statement Mary;the implosion of the Republican party is not only good for the country;it is necessary for democracy.
I am just waiting for the Republican Party to implode!! The sooner the better! 💙🌊
It’s a political conflagration and its glacial pace is finally picking up some speed. One of the very few benefits of global warming.
😆
Et tu Ken Buck...Way to go! This is making my huge bet on Joe Biden winning handily look better and better. Trouble for Boebart, Johnson and BIG trouble for The Orange Menace just makes my day. Now if we "Blue Believers" in Athens, Georgia can find a way to make BIG trouble for
Marjorie Taylor Greene, and when I rake in the $$$, I will be a happy old former Hippie!
Why former Kate? You have to grow old, but you don’t necessarily have to grow up.😂✌️☮️🙋♂️
@William Burke I know, I know. But I have grown old, and my physical body has changed in difficult ways. I am quite radical in my progressive beliefs. Living in a Blue city has helped me keep feet to the fire of MAGA people I encounter. I used to think the South was all MAGA, but moving to Athens, GA has demonstrated that is not true. We have our share of unenlightened people; fortunately, they are in an extreme minority. Also, many have been unhappy with Biden We have talked to his staff to coax him see the light and take a strong stand for a ceasefire in Gaza. It is unconscionable that he would continue to send weapons of war to Israel, and we voted "uncommitted" to apply pressure. All my friends will vote for him in November. This was a "wake up" call.
I am loving all the chaos!!!