Potus ???

[Big J]

5 hours ago, sime42 said:

If only he'd worn a suit. Nothing garners respect amongst 10 year olds in the playground as a suit. 

 

What a shit show. As if this is actually playing out on the world stage.

 

 

 

It really is just such a sad day for America. I'd like to think that it must be evident to anyone now that the White House is being run by petulant, entitled toddlers. They just cannot process anything beyond their id - "Why don't you say thank you? (which Zelensky did, in his first sentence) Why don't you wear a suit? (because my country is at war). We want your minerals - give us your minerals. We like Putin. Putin is strong. We are strong"

 

My feeling is now that most people in America with any degree of political engagement and understanding are holding their head in their hands, whereas the Maga cheerleaders are probably delighted. 

 

All the US administrations of my adult life have had their faults (without doubt), but they were all at least acting with decency, respect and for the betterment of others (which isn't to say that they weren't in it for themselves too, but that they also engaged in altruistic behaviour sometimes). 

Trump et al are a pack of hyenas. Sneering, viscious, selfish, taking what they want and everyone else be damned.

[BillQ]

On 27/02/2025 at 13:11, Steven P said:

I missed that video last night, will check it out later.

You should, I would have hooked the fat git within a minute, well done Zelenski

[peds]

Obviously, if he'd have only worn a suit from day 1, he'd never have gotten himself invaded in the first place. What does he expect, going out dressed like that? He was clearly begging for a war.

 

Other notable suits worn by national leaders who's countries are at war:

 

[peds]

Or I suppose we could have a genuine one...

 

 

 

[Steven P]

5 hours ago, Big J said:

All the US administrations of my adult life have had their faults (without doubt), but they were all at least acting with decency, respect and for the betterment of others (which isn't to say that they weren't in it for themselves too, but that they also engaged in altruistic behaviour sometimes). 

Trump et al are a pack of hyenas. Sneering, viscious, selfish, taking what they want and everyone else be damned.

 

Very correct, it transcends political affiliation, Republican or Democrat, previous US administrations have generally been honourable, but all with faults.

 

Last time around and this time around I have never felt so close to a global political catastrophe as when Trump opens his mouth. Self serving and with no thoughts of anyone outside of their own heads.

[GarethM]

10 minutes ago, Steven P said:

 

Very correct, it transcends political affiliation, Republican or Democrat, previous US administrations have generally been honourable, but all with faults.

 

Last time around and this time around I have never felt so close to a global political catastrophe as when Trump opens his mouth. Self serving and with no thoughts of anyone outside of their own heads.

Right, so you go to the oval office not wearing a suit begging for money, even the Jehovah's witnesses that knock on my door wear a shirt & tie and are polite enough to have a conversation even when you say no!.

 

He sat there with arms crossed with a metaphorical begging bowl on his lap and refused to show even a little humility to a nation that's pretty much bank rolling thr government.

 

A video this morning pretty much summed it up as returning to the principles of the founding fathers, happy to trade but leave us alone.

 

Plus even as a non American, the oval office & white house are very different to any other state offices.

 

We burnt the building, hence it was painted white, it's held in high regards like Buckingham palace.

Edited Saturday at 11:55 by GarethM

[Mark J]

20 minutes ago, GarethM said:

Right, so you go to the oval office not wearing a suit begging for money, even the Jehovah's witnesses that knock on my door wear a shirt & tie and are polite enough to have a conversation even when you say no!.

 

He sat there with arms crossed with a metaphorical begging bowl on his lap and refused to show even a little humility to a nation that's pretty much bank rolling thr government.

 

A video this morning pretty much summed it up as returning to the principles of the founding fathers, happy to trade but leave us alone.

 

Plus even as a non American, the oval office & white house are very different to any other state offices.

 

We burnt the building, hence it was painted white, it's held in high regards like Buckingham palace.

You're going down a very slippery slope mate. When you've dug yourself into a hole the very first thing to do is stop digging, the next is looking to dig your way out. You seem well meaning but do seem to have been somewhat radicalised by right-wing ideologies and the bad actors portraying them. Best of luck.

Edited Saturday at 12:12 by Mark J

[GarethM]

14 minutes ago, Mark J said:

You're going down a very slippery slope mate. When you've dug yourself into a hole the very first thing to do is stop digging, the next is looking to dig your way out. You seem well meaning but do seem to have been somewhat radicalised by right-wing ideologies and the bad actors portraying them. Best of luck.

Absolute drivel, it not a case of right wing ideologies I'm pretty centered to be honest.

 

You respect the office not the man, Donald is giving him the reality check that's very overdue.

 

He went with a begging bowl, so show a little humility and be very thankful in public.

 

Behind the scenes I couldn't care if they despise eachother instead of popping up on video wasn't it a Glastonbury?.

[peds]

[GarethM]

5 minutes ago, peds said:

How about instead of trying that with Donald, why doesn't he speak to UAE.

 

And see how long his complete lack of respect and humility lasts!.

Edited Saturday at 12:53 by GarethM