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Chris Murphy: "Donald Trump was so fundamentally unprepared for this war that within days of the war starting, our billion dollar air bases and naval bases in the region were obliterated by the Iranians. Every single American should be furious about that."

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Nicholas Grossman @nicholasgrossman.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Ossoff is acting like Trump/MAGA/GOP and what they’ve done to the country is Actually Bad. Charismatic and well spoken, which sure helps. But no “my friends across the aisle,” no acting like the imaginary “Baileys” are the only ones who matter, no “don’t talk values, only kitchen table.” That’s it.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

This is exactly the chicanery @jvl.bsky.social and @willsommer.bsky.social and @sarahlongwell25.bsky.social just discussed with respect to the pool becoming a tool of the administration.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Not expecting anyone to feel bad for them - especially on here - but this also sells out US Energy companies in favor of Putin.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Trump could have done nothing, and taken credit for The economy boom coming out of the late Biden administration - as he did with Obama's - but his ego and his mania would not let him.

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Lisa Guerrero @lisaguerrero.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Trump would live stream Jesus’s crucifixion and make it a pay-per-view event. This is not a joke. You know that this is where we’re headed. Vote in the midterms as if your life depends on it. It literally does.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

I responded to a post from a cis person. And have engaged in a civil discussion. I'm not interested in your insults or baited offerings. Good day.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Now THAT'S some serious strawmanning. There is no victim blaming going on. I questioned someone saying there is no point voting Trump and Republicans out of power. I have maintained that point.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

I'm saying that people are not better off with Trump and fascists in power, and anyone telling you otherwise is actually gaslighting you. I am not speaking for, to, or about any singular group.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Saying that Joe Biden shifted to the left is not a hot take. It's a historically accurate fact. And the simplest example of someone changing their approach and stance over the course 50 years. Doesn't make him "good" or leftist. He moved a little. Thats all I said.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Joe Biden 2020 Campaign Position Vs Biden Administration Legislation Or Joe Biden in 1972 vs Joe Biden in 2022. -- I'm not defending the man or his records. But if you can't see that he moved to the left, that's not something I can fix. He didn't become Bernie. But he shifted significantly

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Yes. He tried harder and did more to fight student debt than anyone in history, but it wasn't enough - so he might as well not have bothered, right? Everyone's much better off now.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

I have never defended transphobia.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

If you're unable to verify or understand basic facts of VERY recent history, I'm not surprised you don't understand the concepts of productive political engagement.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Joe Biden ran as a moderate, and shifted significantly to the left after he was elected. And passed the most progressive legislation in a generation. Whether it was effective or to your liking is irrelevant. It's a fact. You asked. I answered.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

I am absolutely not doing that.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Making decisions based on what candidates say as opposed to what elected officials will actually do is how you end up with fascists. I'm not advocating "sacrifices". You are. Is "Dems are bad at fighting fascists, so let the fascists win" working out currently? And will more of it make it better?

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Sounds like a great approach to the primary. In general it's currently a choice between evil and not. Sometimes that's a Dem or Independent. Sometimes they're good, sometimes less good. Most the evil ones have been chased out. The lazy and misguided ones are moveable, and it beats more killing.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

I pointed out that you missed the point of the metaphor you referenced.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

You're right. This is why Garak and Quark agreed to stay completely out of things and let the Dominion win. And not only that but outright discourage, shame, and fight anyone who tried to help the Federation, because they 'did bad stuff too'.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

My point is there are currently 2 choices. 1 is actively trying to kill people, and even while they're bad at it, it results in deaths. The other has a majority that wants to help, but they are mediocre at doing it. Not ideal, but still an easy choice. And that's the START not the end.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Democrats suck and are unified on virtually nothing. Not trans, gay, abortion, tax, AI, crypto, or many other rights and regulations. But the vast majority are pro-Trans. Republicans are 100% behind the whims of their mad child king, which includes openly targeting and scapegoating trans people.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

MAGA is absolutely trying to take rights away from and outright unperson Trans people. It is an openly and overtly stated goal. It would behoove those opposed to this to stop playing along with fascists and engage in the fight. Even if it means you've got to keep fighting beyond election Day..

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

This is genuinely one of the most factually accurate statements in this thread. However, I fear the intent is to tragically misunderstand and misstate who the word 'They' represents in this situation.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

"Democrats don't do enough and neglect their supporters" is hardly a new, unique, or hot take. It's fact. It's a consequence of being a coalition of wide ranging views and ideologies and weak - or lack of - leadership. There is no central unified homogeneous power, leader, or belief. It's a label.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

I'm not going to argue that there shouldn't be MORE engagement from those who want positive change. Quite the opposite. But this is a literal "Don't vote for the sake of punching center" thread, so the "they'd rather punch left" is pure projection. Also, CNN is not liberal. Nor am I.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Voting is good. Voting is important. Voting for people who are willing and able to do good is important. Voting against people who will do evil is the most important. Staying engaged after voting is essential if you actually want the things you vote for. Don't surrender in advance.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

There's nothing to deflect from. That is the only point I made. And yes, his level of power is up for election. And supporting anyone who will vote for/with him and allow him to grow or keep his power is a vote for him.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

I'm rejecting the argument that letting Trump win and stay in power is better for Trans people.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Prop 8 was 2008. Gay people lost lots of rights on the path to gaining more. That's not a reason to stop fighting, it's a case for fighting harder and engaging with candidates after they get elected - as the OP alluded to - to shift their positions through positive influence.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Correct. A candidate's past actions and statements are not always indicative of the actions they will take in the future. This is why he was a failed candidate in the 90s, and then ran the most progressive administration in decades in the 20s. You vote for someone willing to grow and help.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Well if you're only compass on politics is Memes, there's not much to say.. As for: "Its only when a republican wins that liberals pay attention to politics and do anything" I'd compare the movement to legalize gay marriage up to 2015 despite Obama running in opposition to it in 08 vs Trump 1 or 2

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

But that's why I didn't understand your original post. People must vote for the candidates who actually CAN and are willing to help them and THEN advocate and stay engaged to force them to deliver. Checking out because people don't like how they say things in a campaign is surrendering in advance

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

This was true in 2016. And liberal - and general overall - complacency lead to the rise of McConnell's Court and Trumpism. But it's factually inaccurate since 2018. Sure they complain about it, but they're consistently more engaged. I agree that complacency post-elections IS the problem

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Just trying to understand your point here.. So are you advocating for people to stop engaging in politics, because people will stop engaging in politics anyways? Or are you saying we're better off with evil politicians trying to kill people because it keeps people "engage in politics"?

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jamelle @jamellebouie.net · 09/10/2026

jesus christ i have never heard a democratic talk this bluntly about an opponent

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Very true. They deserve to be lauded. It's just gross that this administration is treating it like a victory for them.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

All of that leads straight to "presidential immunity"..

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Headquarters @headquartersnews.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

RFK Jr. reportedly sent nearly $800,000 in taxpayer money to a research project tied to the Russian plague lab.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

The next administration doesn't get this asshole in the hague, it's a failure.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Parading these sailors like show dogs, after torturing them all year, is disgraceful. They deserve better.

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Plain Simple Garak @psgarak.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Hate to say it, but it feels like our only hope is he drops down into low 20 approvals and "The Medical" factor takes effect before November 28...

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