US Presidential Election 2024 - Trump vs ??? - Vote Hard with a Vengence

[Remius]

Damage control. Attack the media.

Trump Campaign Attempts Damage Control Over Fiasco At Black Journalists' Conference

For a former president who never admits a mistake, it's no surprise his staff's statement on the Q&A declared victory over "Liberal Mainstream Media Malpractice."

www.yahoo.com

 

[Jarnhamar]

Then again, Obama was half-Black and half White, but people called him black.

He also referred to himself as African American.

 

[SeaKingTacco]

Looks like a good candidate for my vote.

Meh, he is no Kang…

 

[Fishbone Jones]

He also referred to himself as African American.

He got the African part right!

 

[dapaterson]

Meh, he is no Kang…

 

[dimsum]

Jesse Watters, especially on The Five, always delivers with passive sarcasm. Watch him a bit more and you'll know when he's serious.

Sure, but if folks aren’t watching consistently to know when he’s serious, then they assume the “talking head” is serious unless he’s specifically on a satirical (or supposedly satirical) show.

Unless you’re suggesting that The Five is supposed to be satire, in which case I stand corrected.

 

[Remius]

Kamala Harris Takes First Lead Over Trump In Election Betting Odds

One betting site puts Vice President Kamala Harris narrowly ahead of former President Donald Trump.

www.forbes.com

Betting polls are shifting…

 

[KevinB]

Well it seems the Democratic side also have some shady campaign finance players.

They Begged Dems for Money—Then Spent Lavishly on Hotels and Entertainment

Alleged “scam PAC” Democratic Victory told prospective donors it was struggling to raise cash at the same time it spent heavily on luxury hotels and Formula 1 racing.

www.thebulwark.com

 

[Remius]

Well it seems the Democratic side also have some shady campaign finance players.

They Begged Dems for Money—Then Spent Lavishly on Hotels and Entertainment

Alleged “scam PAC” Democratic Victory told prospective donors it was struggling to raise cash at the same time it spent heavily on luxury hotels and Formula 1 racing.

www.thebulwark.com

Shocked!

 

[dimsum]

Well it seems the Democratic side also have some shady campaign finance players.

They Begged Dems for Money—Then Spent Lavishly on Hotels and Entertainment

Alleged “scam PAC” Democratic Victory told prospective donors it was struggling to raise cash at the same time it spent heavily on luxury hotels and Formula 1 racing.

www.thebulwark.com

“Grifters gonna grift” isn’t limited to one side of the spectrum.

Hope they get the book thrown at ‘em.

 

[Fishbone Jones]

Strong possibility that Shapiro got the nod.

MSN

- New York Post article

https://twitter.com/x/status/1819436801280389542

 

[Remius]

Strong possibility that Shapiro got the nod. I saw the commercial last night but can't seem to find it. I'll keep looking.

MSN

He’s definitely in the top 2.

He brings the state of Pensilvania and is a moderate Dem. I still think that Kelly has a more national appeal and his border position brings balance.

Watch the line up though. All of them are likely to be in cabinet in various positions.

 

[Fishbone Jones]

He’s definitely in the top 2.

He brings the state of Pensilvania and is a moderate Dem. I still think that Kelly has a more national appeal and his border position brings balance.

Watch the line up though. All of them are likely to be in cabinet in various positions.

Found a copy of the ad and posted it above. The 'story' is a staffer in the Mayor's Office was supposed to upload it on Monday but got ahead of themselves.

 

[The Bread Guy]

Debate latest: 45 sorta-kinda changing the rules ...

Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump)

I have agreed with FoxNews to debate Kamala Harris on Wednesday, September 4th. The Debate was previously scheduled against Sleepy Joe Biden on ABC, but has been terminated in that Biden will no longer be a participant, and I am in litigation against ABC Network and George Slopadopoulos, thereby...

truthsocial.com

... while KH is happy to debate the chair under the originally-agreed-to rules ....

Wonder why the ABC litigation & conflict of interest didn't come up when 45 agreed originally when he was going to face Biden? Boosters might say he got and listened to legal advise since agreeing, haters might say the only way he thinks he can win is with FOX on his side. Could explain this?

(...)

Rupert Murdoch Shows Up at Republican Convention

The media titan’s attendance in Milwaukee was another extraordinary turn in his contorted relationship with Donald J. Trump.

www.nytimes.com

How MAGA Took Back Murdochland

As Rupert appears to be once again amplifying the Republican ex-president, his heir, Lachlan, is being courted by Trump.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

(...)

 

[Fishbone Jones]

Sure, but if folks aren’t watching consistently to know when he’s serious, then they assume the “talking head” is serious unless he’s specifically on a satirical (or supposedly satirical) show.

Unless you’re suggesting that The Five is supposed to be satire, in which case I stand corrected.

I suggested nothing of the sort. The Five is a good opinion show that has commentators from both Conservatives and Democrats. They are also extremely topical and they don't parrot White House talking points like CNN, ABC, MSNBC.

Like other media that some elements don't watch regularly, mostly because they don't like the lean, they find convenience in making mountains out of molehills over commentators individual remarks rather than listening to the complete message.

On a personal note, if you have trouble with Watter's sarcasm, you probably want to steer clear of Gutfeld.

 

[The Bread Guy]

... Like other media that some elements don't watch regularly, mostly because they don't like the lean, they find convenience in making mountains out of molehills over commentators individual remarks rather than listening to the complete message ...

Yeah, lotta that going around at all ends of the spectrum

 

[Lumber]

I suggested nothing of the sort. The Five is a good opinion show that has commentators from both Conservatives and Democrats. They are also extremely topical and they don't parrot White House talking points like CNN, ABC, MSNBC.

Like other media that some elements don't watch regularly, mostly because they don't like the lean, they find convenience in making mountains out of molehills over commentators individual remarks rather than listening to the complete message.

On a personal note, if you have trouble with Watter's sarcasm, you probably want to steer clear of Gutfeld.

The fact that you are getting your info from The Five gives me some hope for you, Fishbone.

 

[Fishbone Jones]

The fact that you are getting your info from The Five gives me some hope for you, Fishbone.

I get my news from various sources. There is various news programs on my TV about 10 hours a day, give or take.

Thanks. I'm quite satisfied with my position and don't need your hope. Save your platitudes for someone else.

 

[Colin Parkinson]

Interesting

 

[brihard]

Well here’s a fun twist that I wasn’t expecting but maybe should have. Elon Musk’s America PAC is under investigation in Michigan. I’ve been watching this brew up for the last couple days, but it sounds like the investigation is confirmed now.

Short version is the PAC he set up has a website purporting to assist with voter registration. In non-swing states it appears to have done just that, but in certain swing states filling out the form and submitting has not resulted in voter registration, but instead has simply harvested voter data to funnel to the Republicans.

I have no idea yet what state or potentially federal offences would be in play for something like this, I’m watching to see what knowledgeable legal commentators have to say as this develops.

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/musk-backed-pac-under-investigation-potential-violations-michigan-laws-2024-08-04/