2020 Presidential Election

kittygrrl · 04-28-2019, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by MsTinkerbelly

Not picking on you, just musing.....

Say you are right...what else shouldn’t they be able to do?

Drive a car?
Get married?
Have children?
Get life saving surgery?

I mean, of all the things their victim can never do again, we pick voting? Most felons will get out of prision, even murderers. They will have paid their debt as society decided it should be, so they keep on paying in an “eye for an eye” kind of trade-off?

Like I said, just musing.....

Ms Tinkerberry, I always enjoy hearing your thoughts! As to your musings...as to what other things i think a murderer should not have access to...I haven't given it that much thought but lets start with guns, running for a public office, having custody of minor children in a divorce settlement..at least...you bought up paying for their crimes, but exactly how can you pay for taking a life???..will serving a sentence restore that person's life? There is nothing that this person can ever do to repay that debt. And while it's just my perspective, I'm very comfortable living with it. I don't want a known murderer living next door to me. Not very woke, I suppose but i would feel threaten ...

MsTinkerbelly · 04-28-2019, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by kittygrrl

Ms Tinkerberry, I always enjoy hearing your thoughts! As to your musings...as to what other things i think a murderer should not have access to...I haven't given it that much thought but lets start with guns, running for a public office, having custody of minor children in a divorce settlement..at least...you bought up paying for their crimes, but exactly how can you pay for taking a life???..will serving a sentence restore that person's life? There is nothing that this person can ever do to repay that debt. And while it's just my perspective, I'm very comfortable living with it. I don't want a known murderer living next door to me. Not very woke, I suppose but i would feel threaten ...

All are good points, thank you for sharing your thoughts!

kittygrrl · 04-28-2019, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by MsTinkerbelly

All are good points, thank you for sharing your thoughts!

Ms Tinkerbelly..you always make me think and smile at the same time! It's very welcoming ty

C0LLETTE · 04-28-2019, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by MsTinkerbelly

All are good points, thank you for sharing your thoughts!

Wish I had your skills, MsTinkerbelly

MsTinkerbelly · 04-28-2019, 11:10 AM

Did you all see where Joe Biden raised over $6 million on his first day?

My biggest fear has come to pass...unless someone ( anyone) can pull a rabbit out of their hats, it will come down to a bunch of white men fighting it out in the end for the nomination.

Older America is going to vote for good old Joe, and younger America is going to vote for Bernie; the party will be split, and the orange POS will win again.

Fun times!

MsTinkerbelly · 04-28-2019, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by C0LLETTE

Wish I had your skills, MsTinkerbelly

After multiple time outs, I have learned to bite my tongue. It is practically ground meat at this stage of my life, but I get to keep this community for another day.

Sometimes it’s hard to be me

Kätzchen · 04-28-2019, 11:53 AM

I miss reading posts by Anya and the links to articles she used to supply on forum boards, concerning political issues. I often wonder what she'd say or what kernel of truth might emerge by Anya sharing with the community.

I've been quietly thinking about a plethora of things, mainly fall-out type things, concerning all the ways the pillars of American democracy are under assault and crumbling daily, under the dictatorship of the current WH occupant. In my mind, it's like an unveiling of the massive prejudicial attitudes which have long been a part of the fabric of American life: Inequalities present in everyday life which affect people because of their color, orientation, or other particular status' relevant to each person, in individual and collective ways. It's terribly painful, truly.

I hold hope that unexpected voices will make their choices heard when it comes time to elect people to VIP positions in DC and beyond.

I think our country deserves better than the end result of the 2016 election.

Last I remember, Anya was going to devote personal time to helping out in the S. California League of Women's Voters. I always wonder where she is and how she is doing.

I appreciate reading member's posts in Dark_Crystal's 2020 Presidential Election forum thread. I think DC made some highly articulate points in recent posts, so I am grateful for her latest thoughts about conformity and I think conformity definitely plays a critical role in how people make decisions, whether it is personal decisions in their own life, or how they perceive making useful decisions which impacts the greater community at large, in collective ways.

I think both DC and MsTinkerbelly have made critical arguments on ways we (the general 'we') might see another split among party-lines, concerning voting issues. But I have always been concerned about voting rights, the suppression and opposition to voting rights, and matters inextricably linked to voting processes, which in the end, as we've seen for the past decade or so, has affected the outcome of particular voting/election processes.

Like many, I think America is done with Toxic Politics and Toxic forms of oppression and I hold faith and hope that the next election in 2020 will produce a better result, so we and allies across the world, are spared another four years of the monster (and their cronies) currently residing in the WH.

Martina · 05-07-2019, 10:55 PM

I have to say I am seeing more Dems attacking other Dems. It's a primary. I guess you have to. But after my choice of Bernie and Kamala, I just don't care. I don't hate any of the other candidates although with Booker I come close. That Tulsi Gabbard definitely makes me uncomfortable. But really, none is so God awful that I wouldn't vote for them if they got the nomination.

A lot of mainstream Dems are getting on Socialist sites and shaking their little fists, saying you better vote blue no matter what. That shit so backfires. And the progressives picking apart every vote and decision the mainstream Dems have made have me rolling my eyes. I'm like, no shit, they're Democrats.

It is frustrating though. Trump is actually looking stronger. And the world, IMO, is getting more fucked up by the day. The news about the environment is terrifying. It would be good to field a strong alternative who could excite independents and disaffected Republicans.

The thing about Kamala is that people respect her. I think that is especially meaningful in this election. People might view her as someone who could make them feel safe. Bernie can really inspire people. Mayor Pete, people seem to like. We definitely need a candidate people can feel good about voting for for whatever reason. We can't risk another hold your nose candidate. Or even an I don't care that much candidate. It doesn't matter what quality, whether it's strength or vision or whatever, we definitely need someone people can feel good about voting for.

homoe · 05-08-2019, 12:14 PM

The only one I'd have trouble backing at this stage of the race would be Kirsten Gillibrand!

04-28-2019, 11:53 AM	#7
Kätzchen Member How Do You Identify?: As a very feminine woman. Join Date: May 2010 Location: Sailing in a wooden shoe with Wynken, Blinkyn, and Nod. Posts: 16,246 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 29,404 Thanked 33,624 Times in 10,718 Posts Rep Power: 21474868	I miss reading posts by Anya and the links to articles she used to supply on forum boards, concerning political issues. I often wonder what she'd say or what kernel of truth might emerge by Anya sharing with the community. I've been quietly thinking about a plethora of things, mainly fall-out type things, concerning all the ways the pillars of American democracy are under assault and crumbling daily, under the dictatorship of the current WH occupant. In my mind, it's like an unveiling of the massive prejudicial attitudes which have long been a part of the fabric of American life: Inequalities present in everyday life which affect people because of their color, orientation, or other particular status' relevant to each person, in individual and collective ways. It's terribly painful, truly. I hold hope that unexpected voices will make their choices heard when it comes time to elect people to VIP positions in DC and beyond. I think our country deserves better than the end result of the 2016 election. Last I remember, Anya was going to devote personal time to helping out in the S. California League of Women's Voters. I always wonder where she is and how she is doing. I appreciate reading member's posts in Dark_Crystal's 2020 Presidential Election forum thread. I think DC made some highly articulate points in recent posts, so I am grateful for her latest thoughts about conformity and I think conformity definitely plays a critical role in how people make decisions, whether it is personal decisions in their own life, or how they perceive making useful decisions which impacts the greater community at large, in collective ways. I think both DC and MsTinkerbelly have made critical arguments on ways we (the general 'we') might see another split among party-lines, concerning voting issues. But I have always been concerned about voting rights, the suppression and opposition to voting rights, and matters inextricably linked to voting processes, which in the end, as we've seen for the past decade or so, has affected the outcome of particular voting/election processes. Like many, I think America is done with Toxic Politics and Toxic forms of oppression and I hold faith and hope that the next election in 2020 will produce a better result, so we and allies across the world, are spared another four years of the monster (and their cronies) currently residing in the WH. __________________ “The way someone treats you is not a reflection of your worth: It’s a reflection of their emotional capacity,” — Jillian Turecki. Last edited by Kätzchen; 04-28-2019 at 11:57 AM.

05-07-2019, 10:55 PM	#8
Martina Senior Member How Do You Identify?: * Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: * Posts: 4,999 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,409 Thanked 18,284 Times in 4,166 Posts Rep Power: 21474854	I have to say I am seeing more Dems attacking other Dems. It's a primary. I guess you have to. But after my choice of Bernie and Kamala, I just don't care. I don't hate any of the other candidates although with Booker I come close. That Tulsi Gabbard definitely makes me uncomfortable. But really, none is so God awful that I wouldn't vote for them if they got the nomination. A lot of mainstream Dems are getting on Socialist sites and shaking their little fists, saying you better vote blue no matter what. That shit so backfires. And the progressives picking apart every vote and decision the mainstream Dems have made have me rolling my eyes. I'm like, no shit, they're Democrats. It is frustrating though. Trump is actually looking stronger. And the world, IMO, is getting more fucked up by the day. The news about the environment is terrifying. It would be good to field a strong alternative who could excite independents and disaffected Republicans. The thing about Kamala is that people respect her. I think that is especially meaningful in this election. People might view her as someone who could make them feel safe. Bernie can really inspire people. Mayor Pete, people seem to like. We definitely need a candidate people can feel good about voting for for whatever reason. We can't risk another hold your nose candidate. Or even an I don't care that much candidate. It doesn't matter what quality, whether it's strength or vision or whatever, we definitely need someone people can feel good about voting for. __________________ "No matter how cynical I get, I just can't keep up" - Lily Tomlin

04-28-2019, 11:10 AM	#5
MsTinkerbelly Timed Out - TOS Drama How Do You Identify?: ... Preferred Pronoun?: ... Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: ... Posts: 6,573 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 30,737 Thanked 22,901 Times in 5,017 Posts Rep Power: 0	Did you all see where Joe Biden raised over $6 million on his first day? My biggest fear has come to pass...unless someone ( anyone) can pull a rabbit out of their hats, it will come down to a bunch of white men fighting it out in the end for the nomination. Older America is going to vote for good old Joe, and younger America is going to vote for Bernie; the party will be split, and the orange POS will win again. Fun times!

05-08-2019, 12:14 PM	#9
homoe Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Butch Relationship Status: ..... Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: 30 minute ferry ride from Seattle Posts: 38,565 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 20,811 Thanked 33,548 Times in 14,914 Posts Rep Power: 21474889	The only one I'd have trouble backing at this stage of the race would be Kirsten Gillibrand!