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I appreciate your perspective, but I have to respectfully disagree on several points. First, the phrase "Make America Great Again" has indeed become more than a movement—it often displays cult-like behavior, especially in how it disregards factual information and embraces conspiracy theories. The fervent loyalty to Trump, despite numerous ethical and legal controversies, is a testament to this. Second, regarding Ukraine, it's not merely about financial aid. It's about supporting a sovereign nation against unprovoked aggression, which is crucial for global stability. The argument that half of Ukraine leans towards Russia is a misconception. Ukrainians have overwhelmingly shown their desire for independence and closer ties to Europe. And remember, now EU is sending more aid to Ukraine than US, plus most of the money are ending up in America weapon factories, same in Europe. War is also a business, America is a capitalism, don’t forget that. Russia and China do have significant internal issues, but dismissing their international ambitions is naive. Their actions have global repercussions, and their alliances and strategies must be countered thoughtfully. The FBI and other governmental institutions, while not perfect, are essential for maintaining law and order. Blanket statements about bureaucratic nightmares often oversimplify complex issues. Instead of reducing the size of the government arbitrarily, we should focus on improving efficiency and accountability. Regarding the Biden administration, there have been challenges, but it's essential to consider the context of a global pandemic and the preceding administration's policies. Criticism is valid, but it must be balanced with an understanding of the complexities involved in governance. And Trump bankrupt most of his businesses, he bankrupted casinos, a fucking casinos!🤔😱How the hell you can bankrupt casino?! He is lousy businessman, I met him personally in late 90s when I was living in NYC twice. He was terrible jerk back then, overconfident, narcissistic, discriminating jerk. Anyway, The issue of illegal immigration is multifaceted, and while border security is important, a compassionate and comprehensive approach is necessary. Similarly, economic challenges are real, but they are influenced by global factors beyond any single administration's control. Lastly, while it's great that your ancestors found a better life in America, it's essential to recognize that this nation has thrived because of its diversity and openness. Patriotism means holding our country to high standards, not turning a blind eye to its flaws or oversimplifying complex issues. Let's strive for informed and nuanced discussions, recognizing that the future of our nation depends on constructive dialogue and mutual respect. Peace to you too.

Here is my take on the commie-nazi cult/ideology. Let me start with this: I was born in Poland and lived through communism, witnessing terrible things. I watched communism collapse in Poland and hate it with the same passion as Nazism/fascism. We Poles were the first to fight Nazis and commies. They actually attacked us together from two sides and split Poland apart. Did you ever hear about the Ribbentrop-Molotov pact? Well, it was a pact between the Soviet Union/Stalin and Nazi Germany/Hitler to work together to take over Poland. They did this, and then Hitler felt too powerful and decided to invade the Soviet Union (the worst decision of his life). Anyway, Putin is an old communist, an ex-KGB officer, but also an admirer of the old Russian Empire before the Red Revolution. He wants to revive some new form of communism and the Russian empire with elements of fascism – some new insane utopia. While MAGA cultists in America are definitely racist, almost like Nazis/fascists, they also really like Putin's ideas. I believe that the commie-nazi cult is a combination/hybrid of the worst elements of Nazism/fascism and communism combined, plus Christofascist evangelical cults. It's a new monster, a Medusa which I call the commie-nazi cult. Many people think that these two ideologies can't work together and be combined. We live in a different century; old rules don’t apply anymore. Everything is possible. That’s why we're witnessing the birth of a commie-nazi powered MAGA cult. And do you know what Putin’s plan is? It's almost the same as Hitler's plan. He's been working on it since the collapse of communism in 1989. The MAGA cult is his work. When America is weakened from within by the Russia-loving MAGA cult, then Putin will try to destroy America, probably together with China. He hates America and has manipulated and brainwashed the dumb, far-right American conservatives to the point that they believe and support Putin and Russia but not their own first-line defenders like the FBI, CIA, DHS, or NSA🤦🏻‍♂️ Don’t you really see this happening? If not, I don’t know what to say. Remember, I am a foreigner who has lived in America for 27 years, but I lived under Russian oppression for decades. I know Russians, communism, and Nazism very well. I know my history, I speak and read Russian, and I have Russian friends. I know things that Americans don’t understand. As I mentioned before, the commie-nazi cult was born and is now growing. We need to stop it before it's too late!

I think I just articulated something that I've been trying to get out for years—just now, I was telling a friend about what I've been going through, and he said "but I ain't worried about you. You got this." I paused, and said, "....worry about me a little bit."

@PostsOfCats Sunshine, Chuckles, Bliss

What would you name this cat?

@bruce_steiner 💙

Look what we found! JD Vance really tried to pull this video from the internet? "My worry with Trump is that political rhetoric actually really matters. People follow the rhetoric of their politicians." "I continue to worry about that." —JD Vance, Feb. 3, 2017

Is anyone else googling countries that speak English and are affordable to live in besides me? I’ve never been so scared in all of my life as to what’s going to happen in November. I will not live in a country that’s ran by Donald. I won’t do it.

@TheJeditor Blockbuster membership card!

Putting together a wedding gift. (Nice) starter junk-drawer. I’ve got: 1. Twist ties 2. Scissors 3. AA and AAA batteries 4. Chip clips 5. Ruler What else should I include?

@TheJeditor Broken crayons, remote to some device from 1998, elastics, a couple of un sharpened pencils and pens with no ink. Oh, and don’t forget some ketchup packets!

@charizardavis Boss: I just want you to know that I am aware you are looking. Me: And I know the last place you interviewed as well. *crickets*

just put in my notice at work and my boss was like, "oh, so do you have another job lined up?" and i said, "no. i just don't want to work here anymore." and reader, when i tell you how loud the silence was after that....

Should Americans be traumatized by the happenings at the trump rally, or should Americans just pretend it was an elementary school and get over it? Asking for a Nation tired of double standards.

@NicholasFerroni 15. And this is likely my last year.

How many years have you been teaching and will you be back next year?

@heymrsbond middle school. Possibly high school but I’m leaning toward Middle. If you taught elementary there would be more primary colors in your outfits and someone would have a ponytail on top of their head

@pastbriton @ridewithmiraj @thekrissychula That’s terrible…I’m so sorry that happened to you

I’ll never forget this call I got when I worked at a bank this lady called in as the authorized user on her husband’s credit card…. BABY when she asked me what grindr was????!!… one of my lungs collapsed i took the longest pause she thought I hung up..

@DrMuellersVoice @Huskerrah same. It’s Monday and I’m awake at 4 AM because I have to teach today. In the summer I sleep normally and wake up at a sensible time, regardless of the job I’m doing or my tasks for the day.

@Huskerrah I’ve seen a lot of people do the opposite and get much healthier. To put it in perspective my blood pressure is about 20 points lower in the summertime than it is during the school year.

Food for thought: Why does education burn teachers out to the point that most of them count down the years to retirement and almost all retired teachers are happy to never have to go back? Most of them will make comments such as “I don’t miss being a teacher”. The corporate world does not do that to their employees! In fact many corporate workers including my dad who had a successful career as a CPA never wanted to retire! My dad worked until he was near 70 and they had to basically make him retire. This is a post I am guessing will get nothing but crickets from educational leaders. It is time to actually respect teachers! I can hear the crickets chirping.

@atomic_mum @JayWamsted Or have you watch a mandatory 30 minute video…

@JayWamsted All else aside, they won't train you really well. Over a weekend they will tell some stories, have you do some dry-fire drills that you won't gain the relevant muscle memory to repeat, and then let you fire a couple dozen rounds before calling you trained.

Me: Posts a tweet about not wanting to be armed in the classroom Them: But they’ll train you really well Me: I am already exceptionally well trained. At teaching math to teenagers. I cannot add a totally different job to that

@greatmamatheo @crossjacktar @MissDSays …or trusted her to behave

@crossjacktar @MissDSays So… 56 years ago? Times change. Mind you, I did a school cruise in 1971 and they were always around. Maybe your teachers just didn’t like you much.

I absolutely cannot with people thinking teachers should PAY FOR THEMSELVES on school trips 🤯🤯🤯

@TexBetsy @ModestTeacher

@ModestTeacher If you see me online shopping during the so day, I'm probably buying materials for student projects, most likely with my own money.

Teachers will complain on here about “not doing any work outside their contractual hours” then spend two hours during the school day scrolling social media and shopping on Amazon.

@MadiSP4321 @ModestTeacher Seriously. I don’t have time to pee let alone shop!

@Spasesrun @Barry4the44th @CollinRugg YES!!!! I have worked with students with disabilities for years… We KEEP the expectation & provide support to help them meet it. Anything less is failing the child.

NEW: The high school student who beat his teacher unconscious for taking his Nintendo Switch is suing the school district, blaming them for the attack. Remarkable. Lawyers for Brendan Depa, a 6 foot 6, 270 pound teen, say the school district is responsible for ruining Depa’s life. “The district should be held to account for its failures which have forever changed the trajectory of this young man’s life,” they argued. The lawyers said that the special needs program should have known that taking electronics from Depa was a ‘trigger.’ The teacher who Depa assaulted suffered broken ribs and a concussion. Depa is facing 30 years in prison and is set to be sentenced on May 1.