jff Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 In any case, Trump will suffer no consequences for this, and will probably benefit from it. Link to post Share on other sites
ih8music Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 People are justifying this by saying that he didn't explicitly call for anyone to hack. Implied apparently dies not count.I just had that conversation with a coworker (who dislikes both trump and HRC). His point was that Trump simply was saying "you already have them, so release them" and was not encouraging an actual hack. I told him that was a distinction without difference. We both agreed that it was a tactical move though -- he's successfully put his name (and the Clinton email scandal) back in the news this week. We're all talking about this instead of the DNC convention. Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 In any case, Trump will suffer no consequences for this, and will probably benefit from it. As it has been, so it shall be. Link to post Share on other sites
KevinG Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 In any case, Trump will suffer no consequences for this, and will probably benefit from it. The press has no balls. The press is a joke. This will be forgotten about. Just like: 1) He is a birther2) He won't release his taxes3) He has re-tweeted and uses untrue facts from neo-racist websites and sources4) He has spread dangerous anti-vax propaganda5) He has regularly encouraged violence against those who oppose him6) He has made fun or denigrated people with disabilities, minorities, etc. I could go on, but it is pointless. If it where any other candidate they would be toast. We are living in a post truth world here. Link to post Share on other sites
calvino Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 The press has no balls. The press is a joke. This will be forgotten about. Just like: 1) He is a birther2) He won't release his taxes3) He has re-tweeted and uses untrue facts from neo-racist websites and sources4) He has spread dangerous anti-vax propaganda5) He has regularly encouraged violence against those who oppose him6) He has made fun or denigrated people with disabilities, minorities, etc. I could go on, but it is pointless. If it where any other candidate they would be toast. We are living in a post truth world here. I think this will all change in the general election. Of course, the press/news makes their money with ratings and Trump is great for business. Hopefully the press will pivot in the general and start pressing for truth (on both sides) - the ratings will be there regardless. Of course Trump supporters - for the most part, I would guess - does not even follow the regular network news - so it doesn't matter what 'mainstream' news says. Some Sanders's supporters are in the same boat. Ted Koppel'a interview with Trump was pretty good --- Koppel was dismissive at times, but I think Trump deserves it.I thought Chuck Todd kinda held his own, the Sunday after the Convention - but he did not press too much on anything, but Todd definitely shown a bit of spine. Link to post Share on other sites
Doctor B Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 The press has no balls. The press is a joke. True. When was the last time Hillary fielded a question from the press? Any question? Link to post Share on other sites
calvino Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 True. When was the last time Hillary fielded a question from the press? Any question? Very true and she should hold a press conference or two - but she has answered plenty from the Congress --- maybe Trump can get in front of a Judge and answer some questions. Link to post Share on other sites
KevinG Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 True. When was the last time Hillary fielded a question from the press? Any question?The GOP controlled congress has done a pretty good job of asking questions,and the media has reported extensively on Benghazi, email,etc. BTW all cleared by the FBI and congress. Whereas Trump's lies have been largely ignored. Remember when he said the President of the United States was not born in this country? And he has proof. He has not apologized for this. This accusation needs to be answered. It should be the first thing every reporter asks. Link to post Share on other sites
Doctor B Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Maybe so. However, you're original premise was that the press had no balls. I cannot imagine a reputable reporter content with not asking questions of Hillary because others had questioned her. And she was hardly "cleared" about emails. In any case, all politicians have a dislike of being questioned by the press, even when they are sympathetic. Her avoidance of press conferences is a fact. I am just glad this awful election and awful choice is almost over. At least a new Wilco album and football are almost here. Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 True. When was the last time Hillary fielded a question from the press? Any question?A few days ago on 60 Minutes. Link to post Share on other sites
KevinG Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Maybe so. However, you're original premise was that the press had no balls. I cannot imagine a reputable reporter content with not asking questions of Hillary because others had questioned her. And she was hardly "cleared" about emails. In any case, all politicians have a dislike of being questioned by the press, even when they are sympathetic. Her avoidance of press conferences is a fact. I am just glad this awful election and awful choice is almost over. At least a new Wilco album and football are almost here. Also BTW she was asked about in on Jul 7th on CNNhttp://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2015/07/07/hillary-cnn-intv-email.cnnAlso on Meet the Presshttp://www.nbcnews.com/meet-the-press/video/full-interview--hillary-clinton-on-meet-the-press-533201475511 You make it seem like Clinton is getting a free pass by the press, just because she is not doing press conferences. She has testified in front of congress numerous times. The questions about this have been asked, the questions have been answered. With a few moments of using google I have found where the press has asked her these questions. The amount of BS that Trump has spewed over the course of the year (especially in his acceptance speech) is unprecedented. He needs to be called out on it. He simply is not. That fact remains. Hillary Clinton has been scrutinized, by congress, by the press and nothing illegal was found. That is fact. Link to post Share on other sites
sonicshoulder Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 The list of Republicans that have decided not to endorse Trump, which is an absolute endorsement for Clinton, should be proof enough that the man just can't be trusted with the fate of the world. George Will being on the top of that list. Link to post Share on other sites
John Smith Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 The "Clinton gets a free pass from the press" is just a right wing talking point. It really means that the press is not treating her the way Breitbart, Fox, and other RW type treat her. Anything less than total contempt and disrespect is treating her with kid gloves. In my lifetime I don't think any politician in the US has been scrutinized more than Cljnton. Possibly her husband, Obama or maybe even Nixon, but she has definitely been subjected to intense scrutiny. Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 In my lifetime I don't think any politician in the US has been scrutinized more than Cljnton. Is this the Prime Minister of the Netherlands? Link to post Share on other sites
John Smith Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Yes, his stance on Tea Rooms has had him on everyone's radar for years Link to post Share on other sites
KevinG Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 The "Clinton gets a free pass from the press" is just a right wing talking point. It really means that the press is not treating her the way Breitbart, Fox, and other RW type treat her. Anything less than total contempt and disrespect is treating her with kid gloves. In my lifetime I don't think any politician in the US has been scrutinized more than Cljnton. Possibly her husband, Obama or maybe even Nixon, but she has definitely been subjected to intense scrutiny. Just in this election alone compare her treatment to that of Trump. If anyone has gotten a free pass so far it is Trump. Link to post Share on other sites
John Smith Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Just in this election alone compare her treatment to that of Trump. If anyone has gotten a free pass so far it is Trump.This is a plot by the "Liberal Media" let Trump say what he wants unchallenged. He'll think he's getting a free pass and then say more and more outrageous stuff. Meanwhile the democrats will use his own words against him. That "liberal media" is devious Link to post Share on other sites
KevinG Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 This is a plot by the "Liberal Media" let Trump say what he wants unchallenged. He'll think he's getting a free pass and then say more and more outrageous stuff. Meanwhile the democrats will use his own words against him. That "liberal media" is devious In theory that would be great, but you forgot about those rubes out there who actually believe what Trump says. And hates the media with such a passion anything they say against Trump is a liberal conspiracy. I guess say Crooked Hillary enough times and she magically gets put in jail. Kinda like a weird version of Beetlejuice. Trump has done a great job tapping into the fears of the American people. His immigration "plans" are nothing more then xenophobic rhetoric, meant to play on American's inability to actually understand the complexities we face as a nation. And I am sure Trump is bringing great ratings and that is why the media is afraid to really go after him. Just think how boring this election would be if it was Clinton vs Jeb Bush. I think I fell asleep while writing that. Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Heartbreak Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 Katy Perry? Really? Well, I guess John Mayer isn't available, since he's on tour with the Dead. Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 I'm gonna be furious if this terrible song gets stuck in my head for the next six months. Link to post Share on other sites
KevinG Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 This is the man people want in charge of our nuclear codes and military? http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/donald-trump-threat-hit-democrats_us_579b6724e4b0693164c0e3d6 Honestly people think that is good idea. He scares me more than any of the people he wants to keep out. Link to post Share on other sites
Doug C Posted July 30, 2016 Share Posted July 30, 2016 What? These shameless motherfuckers will say anything. Do they know the meaning of 'irony'? More likely they just don't care. Pence slams Obama: "politics is no place for name calling"http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/pence-slams-obama-politics-is-no-place-for-name-calling/ar-BBv25pH?li=BBnb7Kz Link to post Share on other sites
watch me fall Posted July 30, 2016 Share Posted July 30, 2016 Katy Perry? Really? Well, I guess John Mayer isn't available, since he's on tour with the Dead.I just did some checking. Katy Perry has over 71 million Facebook followers and over 91 million Twitter followers. These are different days, my friend. Link to post Share on other sites
John Smith Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Does Trump know that it's probably not s good thing to verbally assault the grieving mother of a dead soldier? I didn't think so, what a jack ass. Link to post Share on other sites
ditty Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Does Trump know that it's probably not s good thing to verbally assault the grieving mother of a dead soldier? I didn't think so, what a jack ass. There's quite a bit he doesn't know, that he spouts about. Now if only his following would wake up. Had this been white parents, he's rhetoric would have been much different. Link to post Share on other sites
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