“We did so well and I think we’re gonna have the same result here,” Trump said. “I really do. I think we’re gonna [unintelligible]. But we’re also going to place strong protections to stop banks and regulators from trying to de-bank you from your— you know, your political beliefs, what they do. They wanna de-bank you and we’re going to de-bank.” --Trump
For sure it means we should have an upper age limit on politicians. Now we've got 90 year old Chuck Grassley in the hospital. After Mitch. After Dianne.
Why can't we put a limit of say 70 years of age to run for federal office, with no one, including SCOTUS judges, serving past 76 years of age?
It's not term limiting at all, in fact, it is just a new qualification to be amended into ouy Constitution. It would serve just like the minimum age requirement.
I bet a strong majority of our ppl would support it and force the feds to act. Especially if we excepted all current serving members over 70 years of age.
There is no reason we can't find competent politicians under the federal mandate for airline pilots of 65, I know competent and politicians are an oxymoron but at least I didn't say honest. No matter what coward 4:13 says no one is as sharp at 72 then they were at 60. They have more life experiences but that doesn't make them smarter.
Obviously repeating, "Person, woman, man, camera, TV" is no standard for responsible and competent public service.
The question is how to measure empathy and wisdom along with cognition. How to root out the sociopaths would be even better. Instead we tend to see sociopathy as a qualification, in partnership with the dumbing down of voters.
Yeah Anon, there are always gonna be exceptions. And of course, we are wiser with age. But the presidency ages people faster than us work a day folks. Even the young guys get beat up.
I think the idea of an upper age limit is the renewal of our official governing class. We need younger blood at the top, ppl from other generations. Limiting taking office to 70 years, allows presidents to serve till they are 74, senators to 76 and congressmen to 72.
Those, I think are reasonable numbers. They won't weed out all the people who are slipping and yes, they will eliminate some who are "sharp as a tack". But that shows it's a reasonable number. And I bet the American people would support it.
Then maybe, those younger elected leaders would go back to seeking counsel from their elders. And, those folks could still serve as ambassadors, cabinet secretaries and special envoys.
Let's get that wisdom out of election politics and where we need it, advising our leaders. We'd be in a better place.
Let me get on record before it all blows up. even though, admittedly, it is off topic.
Skud always says we have a border crisis. YES, we do. So what happens? The US Senate and the White House crafted a bill that even Republicans in the Senate call the "strongest border security bill ever"!
It ends asylum for people passing through Mexico, funds building and repairing the border wall, funds judges to clear the current asylum backlog and perhaps most important for conservatives, does not include amnesty, a path to citizenship, or DREAMER acceptance.
Additionally, presidents, including a President Trump if he gets elected, will be granted, in the law, not just through Executive Orders, strong emergency powers to act to limit immigration.
This is, according to Sen Lindsey Graham, the best border bill the US will ever get.
Sadly however, the House GOP leadership and the radical MAGA leadership oppose this bill.
Why? Not because they have annunciated any problems or disagreements with what's in this bill, but because the MAGA folks worry Biden will look good if we solve the border crisis.
Because Trump does not want it, fearful that he will lose a campaign issue.
Because House Republicans have openly said they will not vote for anything, even if it is good for America, that may help Biden look good.
And yes, there are quotes.
It is not both parties that are crazy in America and hurting our country. It is the Rump MAGA GOP and Trump supporters who are crazy.
Rev, So before a vote you know the republicans will vote against it even though the final bill is still being worked on. Why do we need to vote when we have the Rev.
SKUDRUNNER: "Rev, So before a vote you know the republicans will vote against it even though the final bill is still being worked on. Why do we need to vote when we have the Rev."
Skud, Dave M. knows this because a Republican member of the House, Troy Nehls of Texas stated that:
"As senators work on a compromise deal to address border security and immigration, at least one Republican is suggesting politics is a key motivator for him.
"Let me tell you, I'm not willing to do too damn much right now to help a Democrat and to help Joe Biden's approval rating," Republican Rep. Troy Nehls of Texas told CNN this week.
"I will not help the Democrats try to improve this man's dismal approval ratings. I'm not going to do it. Why would I?"
How could you have NOT heard this damning quote by a Texas Republican saying he would not work on a bill to solve the immigration problems because IT WOULD HELP BIDEN!
What more do you and others need to know in order to see how unAmerican, cynical, and despicable the Republican Party is?
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“We did so well and I think we’re gonna have the same result here,” Trump said. “I really do. I think we’re gonna [unintelligible]. But we’re also going to place strong protections to stop banks and regulators from trying to de-bank you from your— you know, your political beliefs, what they do. They wanna de-bank you and we’re going to de-bank.” --Trump
Donny Gobbledegook.
What does this even mean?
For sure it means we should have an upper age limit on politicians. Now we've got 90 year old Chuck Grassley in the hospital. After Mitch. After Dianne.
Why can't we put a limit of say 70 years of age to run for federal office, with no one, including SCOTUS judges, serving past 76 years of age?
It's not term limiting at all, in fact, it is just a new qualification to be amended into ouy Constitution. It would serve just like the minimum age requirement.
I bet a strong majority of our ppl would support it and force the feds to act. Especially if we excepted all current serving members over 70 years of age.
Dave M. I agree whole heartedly!
Frankly Dave, i'm 72 and sharper, certainly wiser, than i was at 60. My wife is 77 and remains as sharp as a tack. So, in my view age is but a number.
IMV a better aproach is to not deny the right to govern at 80 but rather require annual cognitive testing for presidents beyond 69 years of age.
But hey, wgat do i know?
There is no reason we can't find competent politicians under the federal mandate for airline pilots of 65, I know competent and politicians are an oxymoron but at least I didn't say honest.
No matter what coward 4:13 says no one is as sharp at 72 then they were at 60. They have more life experiences but that doesn't make them smarter.
Obviously repeating, "Person, woman, man, camera, TV" is no standard for responsible and competent public service.
The question is how to measure empathy and wisdom along with cognition. How to root out the sociopaths would be even better. Instead we tend to see sociopathy as a qualification, in partnership with the dumbing down of voters.
I agree, the word Trump used should have been "PREbank" not "DEbank".
...Like with prebunk and debunk.
Yeah Anon, there are always gonna be exceptions. And of course, we are wiser with age. But the presidency ages people faster than us work a day folks. Even the young guys get beat up.
I think the idea of an upper age limit is the renewal of our official governing class. We need younger blood at the top, ppl from other generations. Limiting taking office to 70 years, allows presidents to serve till they are 74, senators to 76 and congressmen to 72.
Those, I think are reasonable numbers. They won't weed out all the people who are slipping and yes, they will eliminate some who are "sharp as a tack". But that shows it's a reasonable number. And I bet the American people would support it.
Then maybe, those younger elected leaders would go back to seeking counsel from their elders. And, those folks could still serve as ambassadors, cabinet secretaries and special envoys.
Let's get that wisdom out of election politics and where we need it, advising our leaders. We'd be in a better place.
Of course, IMNSHO...
Be well folks.
Let me get on record before it all blows up. even though, admittedly, it is off topic.
Skud always says we have a border crisis. YES, we do. So what happens? The US Senate and the White House crafted a bill that even Republicans in the Senate call the "strongest border security bill ever"!
It ends asylum for people passing through Mexico, funds building and repairing the border wall, funds judges to clear the current asylum backlog and perhaps most important for conservatives, does not include amnesty, a path to citizenship, or DREAMER acceptance.
Additionally, presidents, including a President Trump if he gets elected, will be granted, in the law, not just through Executive Orders, strong emergency powers to act to limit immigration.
This is, according to Sen Lindsey Graham, the best border bill the US will ever get.
Sadly however, the House GOP leadership and the radical MAGA leadership oppose this bill.
Why? Not because they have annunciated any problems or disagreements with what's in this bill, but because the MAGA folks worry Biden will look good if we solve the border crisis.
Because Trump does not want it, fearful that he will lose a campaign issue.
Because House Republicans have openly said they will not vote for anything, even if it is good for America, that may help Biden look good.
And yes, there are quotes.
It is not both parties that are crazy in America and hurting our country. It is the Rump MAGA GOP and Trump supporters who are crazy.
Damn skuds, you NEVER disappoint.
Wise and smart are NOT one in the same.
Smarter in SOME ways at 72 slower in others. Memory is a concern certainly as one MATURES.
I let you figger it out skuds. I know you can if you TRY hard enough.
You have a sparkling day ya hear skuds?
Ya said a truthful mouthful with this one Dave M.
It'a all about making sure Biden and Democrats don't look good or get credit.
THE MAGA WAY
The "best deal possible" on the border will be one signed by DJT in early 2025 (Day 1, if we're to believe the Donald). :)
Rev, So before a vote you know the republicans will vote against it even though the final bill is still being worked on. Why do we need to vote when we have the Rev.
SKUDRUNNER: "Rev, So before a vote you know the republicans will vote against it even though the final bill is still being worked on. Why do we need to vote when we have the Rev."
Skud, Dave M. knows this because a Republican member of the House, Troy Nehls of Texas stated that:
"As senators work on a compromise deal to address border security and immigration, at least one Republican is suggesting politics is a key motivator for him.
"Let me tell you, I'm not willing to do too damn much right now to help a Democrat and to help Joe Biden's approval rating," Republican Rep. Troy Nehls of Texas told CNN this week.
"I will not help the Democrats try to improve this man's dismal approval ratings. I'm not going to do it. Why would I?"
How could you have NOT heard this damning quote by a Texas Republican saying he would not work on a bill to solve the immigration problems because IT WOULD HELP BIDEN!
What more do you and others need to know in order to see how unAmerican, cynical, and despicable the Republican Party is?
Here's the source of the above report.
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