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In reply to the discussion: I think we really are at THE turning point, at least on social media [View all]CrispyQ
(40,521 posts)23. The economy, mostly.
A lot of people have been kidding themselves that things aren't that bad, cuz day to day it's easier to tell yourself that that bag of groceries wasn't that much more. But when you plan a big meal or a party or are out buying presents for your kids, there's no denying just how expensive everything has gotten. And it will come up in holiday discussions, too, as will things like his stupid ballroom. And a lot of families have someone unemployed due to Trump policies. Economically, I think the next six weeks will hit hard & open some eyes.
Or he could die.
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So much THIS! Democracy is always an ongoing process and NEVER a one-and-done election cycle.
Beartracks
Saturday
#27
Depends on where you look. Twitter is a cesspool, Facebook and Threads is not much better.
bluesbassman
Saturday
#4
The one thing I've witnessed myself in the wild, as opposed to reading anecdotes from others,
pnwest
Saturday
#7
"most of them have been moved by the ICE raids, the active hunting and disappearing of brown people"
Bluetus
Saturday
#17
Even a majority of rank-and-file REPUBLICANS want millionaires & billionaires to pay more taxes!
Jack Valentino
Saturday
#35
Yes, they are loyal to Trump but I can see them maybe being less likely to support other Republicans
JI7
Saturday
#41
I am. I'm on a topical site very far removed from politics. Until the last month.
Pacifist Patriot
Saturday
#14
Unfortunately, we are absolutely NOT at a turning point. We are not at one until we are.
Jbraybarten
Sunday
#47