At 5:12 this evening, Donald Trump was finally seen in public again after four days of hiding inside the White House. For just three minutes, he stood on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, where, with a slight slurring at the end of his words, he took questions from the press before boarding Air Force One to fly to a Trump Inc. fundraising event at Trump Winery in Charlottesville, Virginia. And in that brief, tightly controlled appearance, he made something unmistakably clear: this war is not over, and tomorrow might be the day the bombs start falling again. When a reporter asked...
Bless you, Heather—so glad you're back, with your close analyses of the presidential decline and disintegration. Vance is clearly in charge now, the sycophants are holding on by their fingertips, awaiting their moment of pardon which will come when the negotiations allow it. In the meantime your and others' labors will keep the conducive pressure up.
National Concert in support of Democracy - we all need this, can we find a way to share the magic of Bruce and others who support democracy? 4th of July is only 84 days away! 🇺🇸🏳️🌈🗽
Allowing this madman to show a murder to the public???? The so-called president of the USA???? Are we all out of our minds? Can no human being stop this travesty of justice?
Thank you Heather! I’m 90 and hate to leave this world in such chaos. As a psychoanalyst I know that unless the current president is stopped he will lash out more and more bringing the world down with him. He is losing his power and that is intolerable to him. I must pray that Congress will erase the aisle in order to stop this very sick man. He is incapable of stopping himself. Read the Ted Bandy story!
Thank you for naming the woman in the horrible video that T posted. Why, why, would he do something that vile and leaving it on a site that even children can access. And who are the 25,000 people who put a heart on that post? What if it were their sister, mother, child, of a crazed murderer? And I would not have known anything about the victim if it weren’t for your post.
One of the Epstein victims talked about how rump loved to fantasize about violence against women and about violently deporting people. So this is his kind of video. Also, Melanoma just did that press conference and I wonder if this is his way of expressing rage at her. Anyway, we've got a real sicko on our hands.
Trump gets sadistic pleasure from seeing people hurt others or get hurt. He’s having a wrestling match on the South Lawn to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. It’s a sign of his sick sick mind.
Seems a trivial thing in the face of chaos but watching him haul his fat self up those plane steps makes me see that Obama bop and elbows back jog again and brings into focus all the energy, grace and intelligence we have lost.
A difficult, but necessary, grave essay. As the stakes rise at home and abroad, Tdump, the wounded feral and insane creature that he is, lashes out. He does not want peace with Iran (ditto Netanyahu), that would expose them to the criminal charges chasing them at home. Netanyahu will not halt his barbaric and illegal decimation in Lebanon and Tdump is beholden to him…I would say, blackmailed, via Epstein files.
Domestically, Tdump posts a graphic, murder video on his propaganda channel…not to highlight the victim, not even a name or ethnicity. That uncensored post was to propagate hatred, mobilise his racist base. Not unlike his use of footage, without the relatives consent, to raise money over the coffins of returned military personnel. Nothing is beyond his desperate self-preservation.
Lastly, the promise of pardons…at this stage of his “presidency”. I suggest they look at what is facing Bondi at the moment!
He’s cracking …we’re watching it in real time..he’s feeling the pressure and he’s getting pushback now from people who never pushed back. This is why we must keep at it in every way at every opportunity….we MAKE it happen. His own body is starting to betray him from within …that’s why we need to apply the most pressure. They say you shouldn’t kick a man when he’s down..don’t hit below the belt…those warnings don’t apply to this man ..he deserves to be kicked and hit when he’s down..that’s exactly the way he’s lived his life so take the gloves off and keep punching…do unto him as he is doing unto us….turnabout is fair play for all of them but it starts with him.
Becoming more and more an abject frustrated loser! I wonder if his wrecked selfish paranoïd rotten desperate character will not push him towards doom's day. Hopefully at that time a general will finally and swiftly pull his own gun trigger!
As a Brit who has loved the USA since I saw the Kojak pilot for the 1st series back in the 70s, I am deeply saddened. I have many US friends and love my trips there. I will never set foot on US soil while this administration is in power. Sorry.
Hello, Heather. I read your blog daily. I value and trust your commentaries. I also read member's comments as they, too, express succinct opinions and analysis.
Today I upgraded my subscription to paid membership. I firmly believe that we cannot wait until november elections to effect changes in our political leadership. I believe that the time is NOW to be active with a strong voice of dissent for the present administration. I have contacted my congressional leaders to voice my disapproval of recent events (the Iran war, and the subsequent threat of genocide to the Iranian people).
If the United States does not negotiate with terrorists, why are we negotiating with Iran? Because our President, who acts like a schoolyard bully with a sixth grade education, ignored intelligence and engaged his youthful fantasy of dominating the Middle East.
Thank you, Ms. Reese. Because of the sense of the speed of danger accelerating, I am thanking the brave bloggers and podcasters I follow who are outspoken about the destruction of our democracy. I appreciate your work because it is oriented to everyday life. I worry about anyone outspoken in this atmosphere. This administration is the perfect storm of a sociopath surrounded by smarter and more clever and devious sociopaths. 🙏❤️ for you and your family.
The President NO PRESIDENTS POWER SHOULD EVER BE ABSOLUTE. NEVER EVER. ONE PERSON GETS TO DESTROY HUMANITY ??!! ARE YOU KIDDING ME ??!! These old frameworks and laws are IMBECILIC. PERIOD. EXCLAMATION POINT !
Yes, in spite of all the destructive actions of so many humans, our world is still a beautiful, amazing planet.
Speaking of beauty, I find it ironically humorous that DJTramp always comments on others' physical appearance and supposed lack of intelligence. Uhhh, look at a mirror that isn't rigged, Your Creepiness.
May we all find the strength to power through this jet black, dark time and enjoy the sunshine in all its splendor again!!
Bless you, Heather—so glad you're back, with your close analyses of the presidential decline and disintegration. Vance is clearly in charge now, the sycophants are holding on by their fingertips, awaiting their moment of pardon which will come when the negotiations allow it. In the meantime your and others' labors will keep the conducive pressure up.
National Concert in support of Democracy - we all need this, can we find a way to share the magic of Bruce and others who support democracy? 4th of July is only 84 days away! 🇺🇸🏳️🌈🗽
Allowing this madman to show a murder to the public???? The so-called president of the USA???? Are we all out of our minds? Can no human being stop this travesty of justice?
I hope there are enough who treasure life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Thank you Heather! I’m 90 and hate to leave this world in such chaos. As a psychoanalyst I know that unless the current president is stopped he will lash out more and more bringing the world down with him. He is losing his power and that is intolerable to him. I must pray that Congress will erase the aisle in order to stop this very sick man. He is incapable of stopping himself. Read the Ted Bandy story!
Thank you for naming the woman in the horrible video that T posted. Why, why, would he do something that vile and leaving it on a site that even children can access. And who are the 25,000 people who put a heart on that post? What if it were their sister, mother, child, of a crazed murderer? And I would not have known anything about the victim if it weren’t for your post.
One of the Epstein victims talked about how rump loved to fantasize about violence against women and about violently deporting people. So this is his kind of video. Also, Melanoma just did that press conference and I wonder if this is his way of expressing rage at her. Anyway, we've got a real sicko on our hands.
We had that sicko on our hand from the beginning. He’s a Nazi, the sick kind of power and money hungry thug. We’ve seen it before.
Trump gets sadistic pleasure from seeing people hurt others or get hurt. He’s having a wrestling match on the South Lawn to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. It’s a sign of his sick sick mind.
Many of the likes are bots. Others are depraved people.
Seems a trivial thing in the face of chaos but watching him haul his fat self up those plane steps makes me see that Obama bop and elbows back jog again and brings into focus all the energy, grace and intelligence we have lost.
Sloppy, jowly, unkept. Our "leader"
So we pay big money to fly him to his winery to fundraise? Doesn't pass the smell test to me.
Hi Heather,
A difficult, but necessary, grave essay. As the stakes rise at home and abroad, Tdump, the wounded feral and insane creature that he is, lashes out. He does not want peace with Iran (ditto Netanyahu), that would expose them to the criminal charges chasing them at home. Netanyahu will not halt his barbaric and illegal decimation in Lebanon and Tdump is beholden to him…I would say, blackmailed, via Epstein files.
Domestically, Tdump posts a graphic, murder video on his propaganda channel…not to highlight the victim, not even a name or ethnicity. That uncensored post was to propagate hatred, mobilise his racist base. Not unlike his use of footage, without the relatives consent, to raise money over the coffins of returned military personnel. Nothing is beyond his desperate self-preservation.
Lastly, the promise of pardons…at this stage of his “presidency”. I suggest they look at what is facing Bondi at the moment!
Glad you enjoyed Bruce!!!
He’s cracking …we’re watching it in real time..he’s feeling the pressure and he’s getting pushback now from people who never pushed back. This is why we must keep at it in every way at every opportunity….we MAKE it happen. His own body is starting to betray him from within …that’s why we need to apply the most pressure. They say you shouldn’t kick a man when he’s down..don’t hit below the belt…those warnings don’t apply to this man ..he deserves to be kicked and hit when he’s down..that’s exactly the way he’s lived his life so take the gloves off and keep punching…do unto him as he is doing unto us….turnabout is fair play for all of them but it starts with him.
Becoming more and more an abject frustrated loser! I wonder if his wrecked selfish paranoïd rotten desperate character will not push him towards doom's day. Hopefully at that time a general will finally and swiftly pull his own gun trigger!
As a Brit who has loved the USA since I saw the Kojak pilot for the 1st series back in the 70s, I am deeply saddened. I have many US friends and love my trips there. I will never set foot on US soil while this administration is in power. Sorry.
Hello, Heather. I read your blog daily. I value and trust your commentaries. I also read member's comments as they, too, express succinct opinions and analysis.
Today I upgraded my subscription to paid membership. I firmly believe that we cannot wait until november elections to effect changes in our political leadership. I believe that the time is NOW to be active with a strong voice of dissent for the present administration. I have contacted my congressional leaders to voice my disapproval of recent events (the Iran war, and the subsequent threat of genocide to the Iranian people).
Thank you for your excellent writing!
If the United States does not negotiate with terrorists, why are we negotiating with Iran? Because our President, who acts like a schoolyard bully with a sixth grade education, ignored intelligence and engaged his youthful fantasy of dominating the Middle East.
Thank you, Ms. Reese. Because of the sense of the speed of danger accelerating, I am thanking the brave bloggers and podcasters I follow who are outspoken about the destruction of our democracy. I appreciate your work because it is oriented to everyday life. I worry about anyone outspoken in this atmosphere. This administration is the perfect storm of a sociopath surrounded by smarter and more clever and devious sociopaths. 🙏❤️ for you and your family.
The President NO PRESIDENTS POWER SHOULD EVER BE ABSOLUTE. NEVER EVER. ONE PERSON GETS TO DESTROY HUMANITY ??!! ARE YOU KIDDING ME ??!! These old frameworks and laws are IMBECILIC. PERIOD. EXCLAMATION POINT !
Yes, in spite of all the destructive actions of so many humans, our world is still a beautiful, amazing planet.
Speaking of beauty, I find it ironically humorous that DJTramp always comments on others' physical appearance and supposed lack of intelligence. Uhhh, look at a mirror that isn't rigged, Your Creepiness.
May we all find the strength to power through this jet black, dark time and enjoy the sunshine in all its splendor again!!