“How many times are these people going to be clown themselves? After going on for paragraphs how Trump‘s threats are ineffective, Iran agrees to a cease-fire. You may not understand his tactics, but so far Trump has been winning this game.
“Chris Murphy went from threatening to charge President Trump with war crimes if he refused to negotiate with Iran to calling it cataclysmic that he negotiated a cease fire.He’s losing his mind from TDS”
“The same people who called Trump a madman and for him to be removed from office via the 25th amendment for threatening Iran are now calling him a chicken for accomplishing a cease-fire?!
“U.S. and Iran Agree to Cease-Fire, Avoiding Trump’s Threats of Imminent Devastation
The Pakistan-brokered deal was reached shortly before President Trump’s deadline for Iran to agree to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face the death of a “whole civilization.” An Iranian official said the shipping channel would be reopened, with conditions.
The agreement was announced by Mr. Trump in a post on social media hours after Pakistan, a mediator in the dispute, urged him to stand down from the 8 p.m. Eastern time deadline he had set for Iran to accede to his demands. Pakistan proposed that each side observe a two-week cease-fire, and that during that time Iran allow oil, gas and other vessels to proceed unmolested through the economically vital waterway.
Shortly after the cease-fire announcement, a U.S. official said American military strikes against Iran had stopped. Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said in a statement that the Iranians would “cease their defensive operation,” and that “for a period of two weeks, safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be possible.”The cease-fire buys both sides time to try to reach a longer-term end to the war, which began at the end of February with the United States and Israel subjecting Iran to a withering military assault.
Iran accepted Pakistan’s cease-fire proposal after frantic diplomatic efforts by Pakistan and last-minute intervention by China, a key ally, according to three Iranian officials. Iran’s national security council officially confirmed the agreement, casting it as a victory in which the United States accepted Iran’s terms.
The agreement was announced by Mr. Trump in a post on social media hours after Pakistan, a mediator in the dispute, urged him to stand down from the 8 p.m. Eastern time deadline he had set for Iran to accede to his demands. Pakistan proposed that each side observe a two-week cease-fire, and that during that time Iran allow oil, gas and other vessels to proceed unmolested through the economically vital waterway.
Shortly after the cease-fire announcement, a U.S. official said American military strikes against Iran had stopped. Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said in a statement that the Iranians would “cease their defensive operation,” and that “for a period of two weeks, safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be possible.”
The cease-fire buys both sides time to try to reach a longer-term end to the war, which began at the end of February with the United States and Israel subjecting Iran to a withering military assault.
Iran accepted Pakistan’s cease-fire proposal after frantic diplomatic efforts by Pakistan and last-minute intervention by China, a key ally, according to three Iranian officials.”
“Other than losing their entire navy, air force, a few strata of political leadership, top military minds, over 1,000 senior IRGC and Basij commanders, air defense and radar sites, numerous scientists, ballistic missile stockpiles and most launchers, drone and missile factories, proxies, etc.. Iran has the upper hand.”
“Yesterday many “experts” told you we were headed for nuclear war & spent the entire day losing their minds. Today the Dow opens up 1300+ points, S&P rises nearly 3%, & oil has dropped $20 a barrel. As always, it pays to be rational. Congrats to those who didn’t lose their minds.”
Many of us already have said more than once that we do not always like the way the president speaks. I don’t think we have to comment on everything he says, just as we don’t comment on what all his opponents say.
For the record, I hate the use of the F word period. It seems it use for shocking folks is over from overuse, however.
Placating enemies has never worked. Strong diplomacy is a wonderful tool. There is a lot that goes on that none of us is privy to.
Iran’s 10 point plan which Trump initially called a workable basis for future negotiations is a victory for Iran. A fact the Trump admin seems to now indicate as they have reverted to reference their own 15 point plan that Iran had rejected.
Here’s the Iranian version of the plan, Trump called this “workable” but is now walking it back;
No new aggression against Iran
Continued Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz
Acceptance of enrichment
Removal of all primary sanctions
Removal of all secondary sanctions
Termination of all UN Security Council resolutions
Termination of all Board of Governors resolutions
Payment of compensation to Iran
Withdrawal of U.S. combat forces from the region
Cessation of war on all fronts, including against the heroic Islamic Resistance of Lebanon
The last point may pose difficulties and increase differences between Trump and Bibi. The latter was against any truce and is probably not happy with either the 10 or 15 point plan. Bibi is thought to have convinced Trump to start this war and now it seems the Trump admin is trying to create distance. They will need to if Lebanon is tied to the deal.
Iran gains instantly in that they are now acknowledged to control the Staits (with Oman) and will begin charging a toll. A change from the free international passage was a month ago.
To put a damper on the victory lap the Trump admin is trying to run
It allows every illegal alien deported by Trump since January 2017 to return to the USA. They can apply for their new “dignity status” from their home country and then return to the USA.”
Sec. 2303(d) basically blocks all deportations by ICE.”
“The Dignity Act” is way worse than anyone was aware.
Sec. 2303(d) says that anyone who claims they arrived before 2021 cannot be removed. Anyone can make the claim, automatic block by ICE to deport them for years.All deportations come to a complete stop nationwide.”
“Fun fact: The Dignity Act bill FORGIVES STUDENT LOANS for any attorney WHO WORKS FOR ILLEGAL MIGRANTS.
• It orders the creation of “not fewer than 3 humanitarian campuses located in high traffic sectors of U.S. Border Patrol.”
• The centers will provide “legal orientation programming and communication between aliens and outside legal counsel.”
• Orders the Department of Education to forgive 75% of law school for any attorney who “has completed not less than four years of full-time employment as an attorney providing legal services at a humanitarian campus.”
Who’s going to pay for this? You are.
Why are lawmakers even trying to write the details of compensation packages for these hypothetical federal employees?
The entire bill feels like poorly written AI slop. ChatGPT invented a braindead scheme to create free attorneys for illegal migrants, and the 39 House cosponsors who put their names on it mindlessly signed off without reading it.”
More states have legalized physician-assisted suicide for terminally ill patients, but fewer Americans now support such laws. Full story is in the comments…”
“Numerous Agreements, Lists, and Letters are being sent out by people that have absolutely nothing to do with the U.S.A. / Iran Negotiation, in many cases, they are total Fraudsters, Charlatans, and WORSE,” Trump posted on Truth Social. “They will be rapidly exposed after our Federal Investigation is completed. There is only one group of meaningful ‘POINTS’ that are acceptable to the United States, and we will be discussing them behind closed doors during these Negotiations.”
“These are the POINTS that are the basis on which we agreed to a CEASEFIRE,” he added. “It is something that is reasonable, and can easily be dispensed with. It’s very much like Fake News CNN last night, headlining a “source” that had no power or authority to write a Letter claiming great authority.”
Trump’s initial announcement explicitly described Iran’s 10-point peace plan as “workable” while the Iranian foreign minister’s own statement explicitly stated that the 10-point plan and Trump’s own 15-point plan would serve as the basis for negotiations. Trump later shared that post to Truth Social.Trump on Tuesday evening fumed at CNN, accusing the outlet of posting a fake statement from the Iranian government in which Iran declared victory and stated that the U.S. had accepted its 10-point plan. CNN published a statement from the Supreme National Security Council of Iran, which was also published to state media outlets, which said exactly that.”
Of course, Iran’s ten points are only a starting point or as Trump put it “workable” and will not be the final treaty but the fact that they are considered “workable” is a win. Anything beyond what Iran accepted on Feb 28 is a win — and placing a “toll” on the Straits was not discussed prior to Feb 28, for one point. CNN did not fall for Iranian propaganda — its an accurate assessment. Trump’s response indicates he knows he’s compromised but doesn’t want this discussed in any fashion.
Linking peace to Israel’s invasion of Lebanon is another big win. Bibi’s reaction — renewed bombing — indicates the problem this has created in the US/Israel alliance. The continued bombing has led the straits to remain “closed” (although there’s movement its linked to ship owners and flags not general traffic).
JD is back — he’s seen as the peacenik in the admin and perhaps his trip to Hungary was his way of avoiding any association with this adventure. In any event, he’s going to Islamabad to head the US team — that’s actually a good sign. Meanwhile Lindsey Graham is apparently a “hawk”? bizarre, but reports are that he’s urging Trump to align more with Bibi and not sign any truce or treaty. Not sure, if that’s important but i found it bizarre.
As for Trump’s language and threats on social media……. In my younger years, I thought the avoidance of the foul and vulgar was hypocritical and old fashioned. As I age and after 27 years of teaching, I’ve appreciated decorum and politeness. Resorting to public foul language demonstrates a lack of vocabulary and emotional immaturity. As for threats of war crimes — hopefully there is some follow up — world leaders need to held responsible for both words and deeds. Finally — Praising Allah on Easter?? that’s just bizarre
Meanwhile, Iranian Twitter has been sarcastic and witty — I don’t support the regime but at least their government officials (different embassy twitter has been really good) have a sense of humour and don’t resort to foul language.
8:33 a.m. post: the issue isn’t whether our president threatening to blot a civilization off the face of the earth is “important to me.” This wasn’t a dog show or a rose garden tour, but most definitely news, and I was surprised that it wasn’t mentioned at all on a thread intended to be devoted to news. Whether it was the smartest thing a president has ever said or a crime that should have him shot, it was newsworthy.
And I’m not sure anyone even noticed that I posted a link at the end of yesterday’s thread from a man defending Trump’s decision as brilliant, so I don’t think I deserve the sarcasm.
Wandering Views 
If it was important to you, mention it.
I could care less that he talks the language the third world barbarians understand.
And oh look, it worked.
So settle down….
https://x.com/i/status/2041649712491540781
“Breaking: President Trump agrees to a two-week cease-fire subject to Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz”
https://x.com/i/status/2041838738045538649
“Vance calls Iran cease-fire a ‘fragile truce’ with Trump ‘impatient’ to end war”
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HRW,
I don’t think you understand how the game is played.
Like NJ said, he plays chess, the left plays off fear.
https://x.com/i/status/2041668299390619934
“How many times are these people going to be clown themselves? After going on for paragraphs how Trump‘s threats are ineffective, Iran agrees to a cease-fire. You may not understand his tactics, but so far Trump has been winning this game.
And they keep getting it wrong.”
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These hypocrites want it both ways.
This guy is example 1 of what’s wrong with Congress. Too many clowns.
https://x.com/i/status/2041667964680675668
“Chris Murphy went from threatening to charge President Trump with war crimes if he refused to negotiate with Iran to calling it cataclysmic that he negotiated a cease fire.He’s losing his mind from TDS”
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These are unserious people. Treat them accordingly.
https://x.com/i/status/2041710912864657684
“The same people who called Trump a madman and for him to be removed from office via the 25th amendment for threatening Iran are now calling him a chicken for accomplishing a cease-fire?!
Make it make sense..”
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https://x.com/i/status/2041662271500292459
“U.S. and Iran Agree to Cease-Fire, Avoiding Trump’s Threats of Imminent Devastation
The Pakistan-brokered deal was reached shortly before President Trump’s deadline for Iran to agree to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face the death of a “whole civilization.” An Iranian official said the shipping channel would be reopened, with conditions.
The agreement was announced by Mr. Trump in a post on social media hours after Pakistan, a mediator in the dispute, urged him to stand down from the 8 p.m. Eastern time deadline he had set for Iran to accede to his demands. Pakistan proposed that each side observe a two-week cease-fire, and that during that time Iran allow oil, gas and other vessels to proceed unmolested through the economically vital waterway.
Shortly after the cease-fire announcement, a U.S. official said American military strikes against Iran had stopped. Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said in a statement that the Iranians would “cease their defensive operation,” and that “for a period of two weeks, safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be possible.”The cease-fire buys both sides time to try to reach a longer-term end to the war, which began at the end of February with the United States and Israel subjecting Iran to a withering military assault.
Iran accepted Pakistan’s cease-fire proposal after frantic diplomatic efforts by Pakistan and last-minute intervention by China, a key ally, according to three Iranian officials. Iran’s national security council officially confirmed the agreement, casting it as a victory in which the United States accepted Iran’s terms.
The agreement was announced by Mr. Trump in a post on social media hours after Pakistan, a mediator in the dispute, urged him to stand down from the 8 p.m. Eastern time deadline he had set for Iran to accede to his demands. Pakistan proposed that each side observe a two-week cease-fire, and that during that time Iran allow oil, gas and other vessels to proceed unmolested through the economically vital waterway.
Shortly after the cease-fire announcement, a U.S. official said American military strikes against Iran had stopped. Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said in a statement that the Iranians would “cease their defensive operation,” and that “for a period of two weeks, safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz will be possible.”
The cease-fire buys both sides time to try to reach a longer-term end to the war, which began at the end of February with the United States and Israel subjecting Iran to a withering military assault.
Iran accepted Pakistan’s cease-fire proposal after frantic diplomatic efforts by Pakistan and last-minute intervention by China, a key ally, according to three Iranian officials.”
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“We didn’t get a forever war.
You weren’t drafted to die for Israel.
Gas didn’t go to $6 a gallon.
We didn’t put boots on the ground.
We didn’t get a flood of refugees.
None of your predictions came true.
And yet none of you will admit you were wrong.”
https://x.com/i/status/2041695447169847397
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Unserious people.
https://x.com/i/status/2041703259476287696
“Trump was “in the hospital” last week.
Then he was a madman about to start a nuclear war.
Tonight, he’s a coward who backed down by not turning Iran into glass.
This is the new normal in discourse and media coverage. They’ll treat Vance or Rubio the same way. Exhausting.”
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Content warning for a cuss word.
But accurate.
https://x.com/i/status/2041715388447387675
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“Other than losing their entire navy, air force, a few strata of political leadership, top military minds, over 1,000 senior IRGC and Basij commanders, air defense and radar sites, numerous scientists, ballistic missile stockpiles and most launchers, drone and missile factories, proxies, etc.. Iran has the upper hand.”
https://x.com/i/status/2041674278295281796
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These people are monsters.
Read it and weep.
https://x.com/i/status/2041501293974585801
“Finland tracked every gender-referred adolescent in the country for up to 25 years.
Their psychiatric needs didn’t improve after ‘gender reassignment’. They surged.
A landmark peer-reviewed study just dropped. Here’s what it found. 🧵”
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You already know this, because I’ve been telling you for years.
This is also why everyones’ health care costs are currently spiking. The bailouts to cover for their horrible Obamacare scam are over.
This is reality, which they hid.
https://x.com/i/status/2041861114577989634
“How Biden’s So-Called Inflation Reduction Act Screwed Taxpayers With Massive Medicare Bailouts”
https://thefederalist.com/2026/04/08/how-bidens-so-called-inflation-reduction-act-screwed-taxpayers-with-massive-medicare-bailouts/
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“Yesterday many “experts” told you we were headed for nuclear war & spent the entire day losing their minds. Today the Dow opens up 1300+ points, S&P rises nearly 3%, & oil has dropped $20 a barrel. As always, it pays to be rational. Congrats to those who didn’t lose their minds.”
https://x.com/i/status/2041872414678700122
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Many of us already have said more than once that we do not always like the way the president speaks. I don’t think we have to comment on everything he says, just as we don’t comment on what all his opponents say.
For the record, I hate the use of the F word period. It seems it use for shocking folks is over from overuse, however.
Placating enemies has never worked. Strong diplomacy is a wonderful tool. There is a lot that goes on that none of us is privy to.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Iran’s 10 point plan which Trump initially called a workable basis for future negotiations is a victory for Iran. A fact the Trump admin seems to now indicate as they have reverted to reference their own 15 point plan that Iran had rejected.
Here’s the Iranian version of the plan, Trump called this “workable” but is now walking it back;
The last point may pose difficulties and increase differences between Trump and Bibi. The latter was against any truce and is probably not happy with either the 10 or 15 point plan. Bibi is thought to have convinced Trump to start this war and now it seems the Trump admin is trying to create distance. They will need to if Lebanon is tied to the deal.
Iran gains instantly in that they are now acknowledged to control the Staits (with Oman) and will begin charging a toll. A change from the free international passage was a month ago.
To put a damper on the victory lap the Trump admin is trying to run
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/08/ceasefire-wins-trump-instant-gratification-but-iran-can-enter-talks-with-stronger-hand
And how Israel loses
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/08/war-with-no-winners-netanyahu-israel-iran-us-ceasefire
hrw
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Early drafts are useless and meaningless, and you should know this.
Neither Trump’s plan, nor Iran’s is the Pakastani plan now on the table. It has parts of both.
But for those insisting Iran is winning because they desperately need Trump to lose for reasons of self validation, reality is irrelevant.
The narrative must go on…
It’s pathetic and tiresome.
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Again, pathetic and tiresome…
From unserious people…
https://x.com/i/status/2041885215929332002
“Lawrence O’Donnell is breathlessly offended that Pete Hegseth’s statement that “we leave no man behind” is offensive to women.
“That could have been a woman they were trying to rescue.””
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While the world is distracted, RINOs and Dems are gonna try and push thru amnesty for 20 million illegal criminals.
https://x.com/i/status/2041889818737517038
“It’s really important that @RepMariaSalazar loses her next election.
Republicans must be punished for betrayal like this. It’s the only way the others learn.”
—
https://x.com/i/status/2041710009231266106
“The Dignity Act gets EVEN worse than I thought.
It allows every illegal alien deported by Trump since January 2017 to return to the USA. They can apply for their new “dignity status” from their home country and then return to the USA.”
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Even the name is a big middle finger to 3/4 of the country.
https://x.com/i/status/2041662338067992681
“I read it.
Sec. 2303(d) basically blocks all deportations by ICE.”
“The Dignity Act” is way worse than anyone was aware.
Sec. 2303(d) says that anyone who claims they arrived before 2021 cannot be removed. Anyone can make the claim, automatic block by ICE to deport them for years.All deportations come to a complete stop nationwide.”
—
https://x.com/i/status/2041647112002400374
“Fun fact: The Dignity Act bill FORGIVES STUDENT LOANS for any attorney WHO WORKS FOR ILLEGAL MIGRANTS.
• It orders the creation of “not fewer than 3 humanitarian campuses located in high traffic sectors of U.S. Border Patrol.”
• The centers will provide “legal orientation programming and communication between aliens and outside legal counsel.”
• Orders the Department of Education to forgive 75% of law school for any attorney who “has completed not less than four years of full-time employment as an attorney providing legal services at a humanitarian campus.”
Who’s going to pay for this? You are.
Why are lawmakers even trying to write the details of compensation packages for these hypothetical federal employees?
The entire bill feels like poorly written AI slop. ChatGPT invented a braindead scheme to create free attorneys for illegal migrants, and the 39 House cosponsors who put their names on it mindlessly signed off without reading it.”
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The names of those looking to sell us out….
https://x.com/i/status/2041712486856974604
“Here are the co-sponsors of @RepMariaSalazar Indignity Act”
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Blame Canada, or thank them.
Depends on which side you take.
They’ve shown quite clearly how this goes, how there is indeed a slippery slope, and how quickly it gets abused.
Hard. Pass.
https://x.com/i/status/2041885286716883387
“Support for Doctor-Assisted Suicide Declines
More states have legalized physician-assisted suicide for terminally ill patients, but fewer Americans now support such laws. Full story is in the comments…”
https://www.rasmussenreports.com/public_content/lifestyle/general_lifestyle/april_2026/support_for_doctor_assisted_suicide_declines
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“Karoline Leavitt: First Lady Melania Trump’s Take It Down Act Scored Its First Criminal Conviction
“Yesterday marked the very first conviction under the take it down act.””
https://x.com/i/status/2041933988231582098
This is the act that criminalized AI generated porn and pics maliciously posted as the real thing with real people victimized.
It was long overdue.
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“Trump fumes over mixed reports of ceasefire terms: ‘Fraudsters, Charlatans'”
https://x.com/i/status/2041930382849757566
https://justthenews.com/government/security/trump-fumes-over-mixed-reports-ceasefire-terms-fraudsters-charlatans?utm_source=mux&utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=social-media-autopost
“Numerous Agreements, Lists, and Letters are being sent out by people that have absolutely nothing to do with the U.S.A. / Iran Negotiation, in many cases, they are total Fraudsters, Charlatans, and WORSE,” Trump posted on Truth Social. “They will be rapidly exposed after our Federal Investigation is completed. There is only one group of meaningful ‘POINTS’ that are acceptable to the United States, and we will be discussing them behind closed doors during these Negotiations.”
“These are the POINTS that are the basis on which we agreed to a CEASEFIRE,” he added. “It is something that is reasonable, and can easily be dispensed with. It’s very much like Fake News CNN last night, headlining a “source” that had no power or authority to write a Letter claiming great authority.”
Trump’s initial announcement explicitly described Iran’s 10-point peace plan as “workable” while the Iranian foreign minister’s own statement explicitly stated that the 10-point plan and Trump’s own 15-point plan would serve as the basis for negotiations. Trump later shared that post to Truth Social.Trump on Tuesday evening fumed at CNN, accusing the outlet of posting a fake statement from the Iranian government in which Iran declared victory and stated that the U.S. had accepted its 10-point plan. CNN published a statement from the Supreme National Security Council of Iran, which was also published to state media outlets, which said exactly that.”
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And yes, CNN once again fell for the Iranian regime’s propaganda, helping the despots spread their lies.
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Of course, Iran’s ten points are only a starting point or as Trump put it “workable” and will not be the final treaty but the fact that they are considered “workable” is a win. Anything beyond what Iran accepted on Feb 28 is a win — and placing a “toll” on the Straits was not discussed prior to Feb 28, for one point. CNN did not fall for Iranian propaganda — its an accurate assessment. Trump’s response indicates he knows he’s compromised but doesn’t want this discussed in any fashion.
Linking peace to Israel’s invasion of Lebanon is another big win. Bibi’s reaction — renewed bombing — indicates the problem this has created in the US/Israel alliance. The continued bombing has led the straits to remain “closed” (although there’s movement its linked to ship owners and flags not general traffic).
JD is back — he’s seen as the peacenik in the admin and perhaps his trip to Hungary was his way of avoiding any association with this adventure. In any event, he’s going to Islamabad to head the US team — that’s actually a good sign. Meanwhile Lindsey Graham is apparently a “hawk”? bizarre, but reports are that he’s urging Trump to align more with Bibi and not sign any truce or treaty. Not sure, if that’s important but i found it bizarre.
hrw
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As for Trump’s language and threats on social media……. In my younger years, I thought the avoidance of the foul and vulgar was hypocritical and old fashioned. As I age and after 27 years of teaching, I’ve appreciated decorum and politeness. Resorting to public foul language demonstrates a lack of vocabulary and emotional immaturity. As for threats of war crimes — hopefully there is some follow up — world leaders need to held responsible for both words and deeds. Finally — Praising Allah on Easter?? that’s just bizarre
Meanwhile, Iranian Twitter has been sarcastic and witty — I don’t support the regime but at least their government officials (different embassy twitter has been really good) have a sense of humour and don’t resort to foul language.
hrw
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8:33 a.m. post: the issue isn’t whether our president threatening to blot a civilization off the face of the earth is “important to me.” This wasn’t a dog show or a rose garden tour, but most definitely news, and I was surprised that it wasn’t mentioned at all on a thread intended to be devoted to news. Whether it was the smartest thing a president has ever said or a crime that should have him shot, it was newsworthy.
And I’m not sure anyone even noticed that I posted a link at the end of yesterday’s thread from a man defending Trump’s decision as brilliant, so I don’t think I deserve the sarcasm.
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