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James Wilson's avatar

The media went along with the last stupid President and their adventure into the Middle East and sold us out for the profits they made. They are going to do the very same thing again as we send our sons and daughters to war.

We need to know that if the UK, France, Germany, and Canada aren’t in favor of the action then it’s not a good idea. Our allies are clearer headed than even our most well meaning people. Instead we have abdicated our national security, our lives, and our tax dollars to not one but two criminals.

Jane in NC's avatar

We can't be sure our 'allies' are even our allies anymore after the way Donald W Bush has treated them. They have NO incentive to partner with a government as unreliable and untrustworthy as Trump's. If we're going to war in Iran, we're going it alone. Thanks to Bush 3rd.

JavaJunkyMonkey's avatar

Yup. If bombs hit America, no one will come and help us like they have before. They are done with the U.S.

Pat Robinson's avatar

And rightly so. And in light of the fact that ICE is rounding up persons from Afghanistan who acted as interpreter for the US during that war, I have to think not many locals in Iran will even try to help the trump regime. I'm' sure the entire GOP will praise trump for this, even those who said they opposed it because, well, that's what the GOP does, this but the majority of America and the rest of the world except Israel is not praising the US.

JavaJunkyMonkey's avatar

Yeah Pat, what I don't to get is; this is going to impact them too but they are praising him. Been doing a lot of reading, even maga is cheering trump on. When I reply to them, they laugh. Like that's not going to happen. I pity their ignorance and stupidity.

Kate's avatar

Yea you can't fix STUPID!!

Sheila's avatar

It won't be like 9/11. No one will come to our rescue.

James Wilson's avatar

Sadly you are so right about that. As Joe Biden said at a world leaders meeting he said the US is back and they asked for how long?

WJB Motown's avatar

My sister and brother in law cancelled USA.........their multi-week trip to France kicks in next week.

James Wilson's avatar

Smart decision, morally and for safety. I hate our cities losing out on tourism dollars but these are necessary decisions.

WJB Motown's avatar

(recient post..IHIPNEWS)

🇨🇦 Friend's family recently went to WATERTOWN, NY for dinner. Sitting in the restaurant, someone came over a speaker and told them to get out b/c they don't want Canadian business. Tires were slashed. We were allies and they turned on us overnight for no reason. The US is getting Darker.

Paula Bamburg's avatar

Don’t listen to that voice behind the speaker. They don’t represent the USA. Neither do the tire slashers. Some people wait for an opportunity to be an asshole, then they strike.

Marlene Lerner-Bigley (CA)'s avatar

WTF?? Unconscionable!! I am so sorry that happened and it shouldn’t have. Canadians ARE definitely our friends!!

Keith Phillips's avatar

It's OK. I do it to every car with an american plate. But I take it to the next level. Lol. Come to CANADA and we will cut your Trump puppet strings off and dangle them from a huge CANADIAN MAPLE TREE. LOL

Fraser's avatar

Great! Here in Canada the same thing! I feel bad for the border towns who depend on this so much in the summer! (Toronto)

WJB Motown's avatar

Fc#k US border towns!!!!!! We need to take care of our own back yard.

Christine L Collins's avatar

Border towns are our front yard, idiot, and deserve to have policies in place that support businesses and residents.

Sheila's avatar

Well said! Worse than the economic border town interests being eroded is the long history of good neighbor relations forging the long-standing alliance between Canada and the U.S. being destroyed. With alliances 'round the world being slashed and ruined, this attack on Iran will leave us with little help when Iran retaliates; and they will.

Jane in NC's avatar

Tell them to stay safe. American tourists have a target on them now, and Iraq has sleeper cells all over Europe.

Barb O's avatar

It would only be fair if Americans now abroad, whether for business or pleasure, were targeted. America hasn't personally suffered the ravages of war enough, as almost all conflicts have not taken place on US soil.

Jane in NC's avatar

I hate to say it's ever OK to paint a target on Americans, it's not. But that's what this administration just did. Iran has a long, ugly history of asymmetrical warfare, and civilians are considered legitimate targets. Likely something the DWBush brain trust didn't take into account.

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Kathy McLain's avatar

I wish I had your faith; I've heard my Congressional people and they are praising him as the greatest leade ever. What the hell is putting in their drinks or is he using subliminal mind control. How does he get these people to fall into his ridiculous agenda?

Barb O's avatar

Both my stupid Senators from Indiana (both former military) praise him. It makes my stomach turn. I call and email regularly and make sure I comment that their actions will not be forgotten at election time. Neither are concerned about their constituents. I hope they both rot in hell.

Pat Robinson's avatar

I'm in the same boat you are.

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Sheila's avatar

Ha. Wait til he declares Martial Law and suspends elections. I fear this is coming. CA was just a test run. He is not kidding when he says his third term rhetoric! The Dems and the judiciary need to get onboard, now.

Judi Purcell's avatar

What sort of response do you get, if any?

I have yet to receive a response from my rep but maybe she is "busy."

elliemae.padme66's avatar

I've only received form letters from my two, no good, Republican Senators in NC.

Phgladko's avatar

Another stupid REPUBLICAN president to be sure.

Jane in NC's avatar

Afghanistan, Iraq and now Iran. ALL republican wars.

Cyn B's avatar

We have cut off all benefits to them remaining allies.

Valerie's avatar

The big difference is Iraq attacked us on 9/11 and Bush was forced to respond. Did he know the WMD was a lie. Hard to say because the American War Machine makes up stuff to justify their use of force. But as president, Bush had to take the fall. DT had no real provocation for this strike on Iran. None.

Jane in NC's avatar

Iraq had nothing to do with the attacks on 9/11. That's a lie put out by the GW regime to justify a preemptive war - along with the lie about Iraq developing WMD. Bush's war on Iraq was entirely elective. Just as Donnie W Bush's war on Iran is elective.

Robin D's avatar

Osama bin Laden (Saudi) and Saudi hijackers attacked us on 9/11.

Pat Robinson's avatar

I don't think we have any allies anymore. Why would anyone come to the aid of a nation they cannot trust....would Canada help a regime who wants to invade/conquer them? Will Greenland/Denmark help someone who may turn around and invade/bomb them? Russia does not support our invasion of Iran nor does China. Or India or, well anybody.

Teri Gelini's avatar

Very true. Any normal person would say

"ser ya, you are on your own"

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Nana's avatar

I think Saudis are helping Iran as well. Trump wants a war so he can stop election. He was not elected fairly he pretty much said as much. Musk had hackers going door some that followed the election said Names were removed from electing in swing states I know Clark County, NV had oddity happy in a solid blue county that voted blue down ballot the Republican Pres that’s not possible but by the time they found out Starlink was being used in NV and several swing states it was the Holidays I understand per a reporter the office were clearing for next admin so they had to wait for reports. First thing DJT did was close and clear election office of integrity and cyber security for elections. There was a bomb threats in Georgia as well that some people didn’t have their ballots count. I think this is the same thing that went on in New York, but they’re investigating it several of these are in Republican counties that’s why nothing wasn’t done about it. Remember, Trump would’ve went to prison and how funny Musk had Lawsuits, & 4 Active investigations that disappeared. Now contracts were cancelled with other providers on cell service now MUSK has them for aviation, the pentagon, DOD & White House if that’s not suspicious, I don’t know what else is. It’s scary as hell to know that Elon Musk most likely hacked, when it was transferred in Clark County Nevada it was using StarLink that was that on YouTube. After watching Trump interview he bragged on what Musk could make computers do. DJT stated he didn’t need votes, also that musk said if Trump does win he would be going to jail that why he and Trump we’re not to worried.

We can’t let Trump go to war so he can cancel elections. Miller most likely is pushing for it. I read so much on Mary Trump SUBSTACK all her books. Also paid close attention to Ken Paxton removing TX citizens from voter roles. The bomb threat in Ga during their election.

I am angry Dem didn’t call for recounts is Swing states they didn’t want to give Trump excuse to complain but now Americans are suffering if we go to war we need to protest double the people next time.

AL. A.'s avatar

Not to mention that Article 5 of the NATO Treaty ONLY applies to an UNPROVOKED attack. Iran can now attack the United States WITHOUT involving NATO, because WE attacked first.

Barbara Bubar's avatar

Not sure if "we" is appropriate right now...."they"---T and his Republican cohorts ----are the owners of all of this.

Sheryl Jensen's avatar

I did not realize that. I was not even aware of that article. If he apparently only told the Republicans, which goes against federal law, then why wasn't there at least one or two even conscious human beings that would have said no you can't do this because of this article and this law? I guess they did not learn anything from Bush. Thanks for the information, it's important to know.

elliemae.padme66's avatar

Guess trump hasn't read the fine print on NATO Treaty?!

Sue Mills's avatar

Because, Trump does not read. He’s a bully through and through.

Ignorance bleeds Trump.

James Rodell's avatar

Thank you, AL.A., for that clarity. I wonder if the Oligarchs want us folks to suffer while they take their yachts to their overseas villas, then later return when they can have what's left of our land and remaining infrastructure (if any).

Fraser's avatar

The sick part in 2 weeks Trump will be onto something else, like the Nobel Peace Award! Pakistan recommends him and Trump admits he used trade to influence it-which he made up-but he doesn't mind telling the country that he used up tariff income to push his Nobel prize!! Lord!!!

James Wilson's avatar

We need to stay informed and educate our communities about what he is doing and going to do next.

Miriambis's avatar

Let us hope the average American even ‘cares’ to educate & inform themselves of what exactly is going on. This is why the orange felon is back in the WH bc stupid folks don’t bother to do the above!

James Wilson's avatar

They should start by rescinding the decision he can do as he pleases.

Fraser's avatar

Yes, he will only get crazier as his support weakens and the protests have to continue! I hope the Supreme court will give some fight back-that is a big part to-protests there and support for the circuit judges is critical too!!

Jane in NC's avatar

We also need to remind all the former 'No New Wars!' MAGAs that they're all Liz Cheneys now.

elliemae.padme66's avatar

Just because a government nominate trump for a Nobel Peace Prize, doesn't mean he'll get it. Ex; Japan

Darlene's avatar

Not to Mention his giddy BF BEBE will also nominate him doe the Noble. Was probably one of the reasons he did this illegal act!

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Dik de Bruijn's avatar

Don't bet on Trumpty Dumpty never getting the Nobel Peace Prize. I'm guessing at some point he'll try to buy one from the Nobel Committee and they'll sell it to him.

Fraser's avatar

What would surprise us these days!!:)

Dik de Bruijn's avatar

Statement by Donald J. Trump: "I realize that bombing Iran was the work of a deranged, cognitively impaired narcissist. Therefore, I am stepping down as President of the United States, effective immediately. Rather than going to Bedminster to soothe my hurt feelings with a few rounds of golf -- which I would, naturally, cheat at -- I intend to immediately check into a memory care unit so that I will no longer be a danger to democracy in America and the Free World, or be the match that ignites WW II -- I mean WW III."

Fraser's avatar

Perfect-just substitute Hogsmith's name instead of Trump, and you have a Trump confession!!

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Joy Katz's avatar

Trump’s ratings are in the toilet. Everything he has done has been a disaster. Troops in LA? Because he despises the Governor who loudly speaks against Trump, tariffs, deporting American citizens, picking up everyone that’s NOT a criminal. He’s well hated by all except his cult( which IMO is not as strong as it was). Now he ILLEGALLY bombed Iran. Not a word to Congress. Wussies, scared of their shadows, I fear will just let Trump take us into another mid east war. The Rs are following a malignant narcissist, pathological liar, frontal lobe Dementia, OLD, OLD, SLEEPY DonOLD. Fell asleep at the G7 meeting.

Fraser's avatar

And I think at the parade-HIS parade! Yup-the ticker is winding down!!

michele's avatar

I cannot stand when people say I did not vote for this. When you voted for him what did you expect? Quote me if I am wrong, he wants their minerals? he has degraded our allies, using our military as pawns in his game. Degrading the United States, threatening blue governors the list is endless. If the world has not been flipped upside down in total chaos.

Suzanne Jaillet's avatar

Hell yes! just what did they think they were voting for?!

Dik de Bruijn's avatar

They were voting for "owning the libs."

Rachel Brown's avatar

Well now they own this war and the deaths caused by it. Congratulations well done

Jane in NC's avatar

Donald W Bush, like his predecessor, took this country to war based on janky intelligence from an unreliable source, without an authorization from congress to use military force, primarily because his domestic poll numbers are in the toilet. This is a distraction from his illegal use of military troops against American citizens, which was a distraction from Elon's claims he's a pedophile documented in the Epstein files, which was a distraction from the overwhelming unpopularity of big ugly bill.

Like GW, DW will now use the pretense of the Iran war to jam his failing deficit/anti-democracy bill through congress and ramp up attacks on US civilians. Today, Americans are under attack from Iran and our own government.

No Kings/No War protest on July 17th must be MASSIVE.

Jme's avatar

Unfortunately with it being a weekday, the numbers won't be good. I'm in several groups that protest but so many ppl can't do weekdays. It's unfortunate they're not sticking to the weekend to keep up the momentum

Barb O's avatar

It's so much easier to just do nothing and pretend it will get better. Make it a national day of protest and work stoppage. Just do it. Or stay content that your democracy will soon fade away. Which is more important? One day, or the rest of your life?

Jme's avatar

Oh I'LL be there! I'm just saying there's MANY people that can't afford to take a day off work so we'll only have a fraction of the No Kings protests.

elliemae.padme66's avatar

Agree; people will be working on a weekday Need a weekend for protests. Have a friend, who attended the No Kings . It was her first protest, but will probably be unable to take off work.. She said she had a very nice time and everyone was quite friendly. Think she lives in Wisconsin.

Suzanne Jaillet's avatar

It may not be as massive if there’s people that need their jobs and can’t get out of work on a Thursday

Suzanne Jaillet's avatar

sorry to say this, but just like September 11, which I know could’ve been avoided. Remember the president’s ratings then?

Jane in NC's avatar

Like GWB, DWB will get a polling bump from the 'rally 'round the flag' effect. But just like GWB, DWB's polling will almost immediately start tanking [Bush's polling dropped 60% in the aftermath of the Iraq strikes]. And we've seen this movie before. We KNOW what to expect. Bush, even with a much more competent nat sec team, couldn't pull off a quick and easy strike on Iraq. Donnie Bush's team isn't in the same zip code with competent. This is another Middle East disaster in the making.

Also, ANY formerly 'No New Wars' MAGA who turns around and supports this needs to be reminded they're all Liz Cheney now.

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This administration skips the trip to the UN and just lies about the need for us to enter somebody else's war. Most likely because DonnieW's poll numbers are in the toilet, his ego is bruised because nobody showed up at his crappy tanks-n-gunz birthday party and Elon dumped him.

The worst part about Bush's decision to invade Iraq is that it set the precedent this dancing dipshit to follow suit.

Masha's avatar

Exactly Jane! And now he is out of distractions.

Sally's avatar

Not that I believe the Iranian regime but they have stated that they had moved whatever they had at the strike zones prior to the bombing by trump and trump alone. No congressional approval was made. That is, as I understand it, an impeachable act and one that congress should absolutely declare. He is not fit for office. He has not fulfilled any promises that have come from his mouth. The only thing that comes from his mouth, as well as the mouths of his cabinet, are lies, racist remarks, disparaging and cruel comments, and self affirming egocentric platitudes.

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Sally's avatar

Maybe not… already push back from some congressional GOP’s. This may have been the proverbial straw. I understand that IF this occurs, we still have another lunatic to have to contend with, but, if lessons are learned, he would surely be on a very short leash.

Lisa's avatar

Impeach the bastard!!!

Barbara Nicholson's avatar

But include impeaching the entire regime. Vance in charge of anything is awful, Hegseth should be drowned like a rat.

Suzanne Jaillet's avatar

They should ALL be drowned and not like rats because rats are innocent creatures. I’d rather live with rats than any of them. Maybe feed them to rats alive would be a fitting just punishment and everyone who voted for him as well.

Jaime HG 🇺🇸's avatar

Stay the cause, MM & America! 🇺🇸

Danita Hamilton's avatar

Trump is an evil sick deranged bastard who is going to get us all killed. He has know clue what the hell he is doing but he thinks he is a dictator and a bully who can threaten anyone and any country. This idiot moron thinks he owns the whole world and wants to control it. Bringing down America each and every day. This evil sick piece of shit and his evil regime needs to be stopped. Trump has know clue what Iran or any countries are planning. But the tough guy might get his first.

Dee Joy's avatar

Beautifully said 👏👏👏 Such a shame the secret service is so good at their job.

Anne's avatar

Jason Bourne??? Where are you when we need you?

Josh Howerton's avatar

It may have happened, but it definitely may have not. Something just seems off. I can't quite buput my finger on it yet though.

Brooke Jett's avatar

I don’t like it, but have coworkers (who are like minded with us) who are deployed to the Middle East and it definitely happened. They are ok (for now) but scared.

Josh Howerton's avatar

Glad they're ok. Hopefully we can stop this somehow. Hopefully this is our rock bottom, and we only go up from here and don't start digging a hole.

Suzanne Jaillet's avatar

I would’ve never think we’re at rock bottom when it comes to this dictator. Remember, he can still round up those of us on disability, the elderly, the unproductive, the people he doesn’t like any minority group pick one, any of them those of us that are part of the LGBTQ community, Jewish, pagan, Buddhist,Wiccan, Hindu, round us up and put us in camps push us off a cliff like they used to do in ancient Greece. With this dictator, we’re never at rock bottom things can always get worse.

Suzanne Jaillet's avatar

Of course they’re scared that’s awful. I have a candle it for them. They signed up to protect our country not do this not go to war for no reason. I’m so sorry for them.

Connie L's avatar

Ben, Jordy, Brett Thank you for keeping us informed with the truth. I’ve had many family members serve. And my youngest is over in that area now. I shake just thinking about it. But I’ve taught my kids to be strong and hold onto faith also. And they all know how loved they are. So I’ll rise up with you all continually and show my strength to. My uncle I was very closed to was in Vietnam. When he came home he struggled and he couldn’t make it through life. Trump has proved once again how stupid he is. After all he put the CA fires out right 😡. Wrong!!! Pray for my son please. I won’t stop fighting with you guys. Much love to everyone.

JavaJunkyMonkey's avatar

We have TWO wars going on at the same time. At home and abroad. What a swell president eh?

I wonder if the supreme court and Congress is cheering him on like the mega comments I've read about trump making this decision to attack Iran.

If we don't eject that BITCH out of the White House - America is doomed.

Tick tock congress or whoever has the means too.

io bonini's avatar

Unfortunately JJM...Our Congress is out to lunch...maybe Schumer can take a poll, and then check the results and then ask for permission to write a polite letter expressing his concerns. Nothing like the smell of "Reluctant Leadership". sigh....

JavaJunkyMonkey's avatar

Yeah, I've not seen so many cowards in all my life. And I'm old (67).

Those who are bending over just need to get the hell out!

io bonini's avatar

I just don't see any way to FIX it. We have no leaders.

JavaJunkyMonkey's avatar

I know. That is so infuriating.

Pretty sad what they've done to such a beautiful what used to be a prosperous country. Where we can have our dreams come true. Now those dreams have become NIGHTMARES.

io bonini's avatar

We need something other than a "like" button. We voted for people who would uphold laws over the years and we've ended up with people who backslided and gave passes for the corruption we have now. Watching it in real time over all these years. I keep wondering in the current day political mess..if our Dems check their like buttons before they make a decision. We have criminals from the Bush admin. who should have been held accountable way back when. Calling the shots. And Loonies like Flynn who should be in prison.

At one point the Dems had the power to put these people jail.

Ah well....dropping the ball has consequences.

JavaJunkyMonkey's avatar

I feel EXACTLY the same way.

I actually posted angry replies to them directly. Letting them know expected you to do your job not to fucking crater. We have a few younger politicians I pray THEY don't disappoint.

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It was so refreshing to be able to watch Trump's speech with people who have the same beliefs as I do and no trolls. Thank you. (I'm on a tight fixed budget or I would subscribe.)

Sylvia Arrowood's avatar

I don't think anyone realized it would get this bad. This is utterly insane. When a person gives off horrible body odor you know that person is infected with evil. I am just wondering how the people of this nation is going to react now. I am hoping that our members of Congress and Senate will now just automatically impeach TACO and put him in jail. Our military should not have to respond to TACO's commands.

Candace Lucas's avatar

i just read that most of the senate republicans are thrilled. Idiots.

Suzanne Jaillet's avatar

see? They will pass his fucking bill also.

Suzanne Jaillet's avatar

MAGA are all agreeing with him. They all think that he saved us from Iran, dropping a nuclear bomb on us.

Did you really really believe it couldn’t get this bad?

There wasn't even anything at the sites he bombed. He illegally began a war. Putting military lives at risk for nothing. For his ratings.

Sylvia Arrowood's avatar

There was a part of me that was hoping.

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Suzanne Jaillet's avatar

Mistakes = Crimes

So many crimes

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I'm subscribed. I seek truth not political or corporate network media BS. Fake news is a weapon. Fake news is what allows disceptive agendas to propagate. Thanks so much Meidas Touch Network!

Carrie's avatar

This is like the Harry Potter secret radio news in book 7, keep it coming MT, we need the TRUTH!

Laura_Solidarity✊🏻's avatar

There are reports of box trucks being seen, prior to tRumps announcement on TS, probably moving the contents inside of the buildings. tRump has a big mouth, and nothing that comes out of it can be trusted! He didn’t get Congressional approval, sidelined the (unqualified) people that he appointed to the proper positions in making these decisions, and went against the majority of Americans (including his own base) who don’t want another war! Now, I believe that he needs to be Impeached…again! But, if he is, and we are able to get the votes needed, does this mean that JD Vance takes his place? Because I’m not sure that will make anything better! In fact, it may make it worse! I’m sure he will stay the course of Theil, Vought, Leo, and the other wealthy White Christian Nationalists that want to destroy America! 😬

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😳…not sure what to say about this! But, wow!

Are you subscribed to Malcolm Nance, Lev Parnas?

They are really good at rooting out the BS and getting out the truth and what to focus on.

Laura_Solidarity✊🏻's avatar

tRump makes a show out of everything either to instill fear or make himself look like a badass. The guy poops himself! Not all things are as they seem. Don’t believe everything you hear, or read! I know you don’t know me and you have no reason to trust me, but, I have been following tRump and his cronies like white on rice since before he was running for his first term. I’ve predicted everything before it’s happened, all the way to this point and as much as I have wished I was wrong and can turn a blind eye to it, I can’t…I need to find a way to save my country. NEVER GIVE UP HOPE! Where there’s a will there’s a way…we just need to wake Americas will! 🌹❤️

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I don't ever want to hear racist elites characterizing Black and Brown people as murderers and thugs, as barbaric.

Current events and history since civilization began clearly points to the Whites and Europeans as the ones who kill in the millions while deceptively covering it up, and doing so 'in the name of God'. It should be obvious that I am a well-discerned Black man.