Of all the places I have visited around the world. New Zealand is my favorite. One of the reasons is people like you. I wasn't out of my hotel room in Auckland for for very long before several people offered me assistance in finding where I was heading.
Actually, I was just exploring the surroundings before heading to dinner at the hotel. Everywhere I went I met people like that. If my car broke down on a rural country road, I'm sure that it wouldn't be long before someone stopped to help me out.
Most of us Americans did not support Trump (Felon-47) in the election. Too many didn't vote. Too many believed Trump's lies. It's now obvious to everyone who voted for Trump with the exception of his cult followers who "drank the kool aid" that they were lied to.
Thanks for your support and encouragement. I would expect nothing else from a New Zealander.
I know that you have some rotten apples too. People who appreciate democracy around the world need to come together and be united against the evil forces that exist in all of our countries. There always will be selfish, narcissistic and evil people in this world. We just cannot let them take control of our governments.
Thank you for your kind words Thomas. We kiwis are not isolated from global shifts ,most of us are horrified at what is happening and feel deeply for American folk. Yes, there are elements of MAGA in New Zealand but fortunately for us it’s a small percentage.
I do what I can ..subscribe to Substack , reach out in support,air the subjects with fellow kiwis .
At some point this dystopian nightmare will explode. That’s when reaching out will matter even more .
Thank you for your sympathy, Ann. We certainly need it. (Don't mean to get greedy!) I've always been proud to be an American until this Dictator Criminal Deranged Dingbat Psycho stepped back into the Oval Office. The first time was bad enough but even then I wasn't terrified like I am now. Please don't give up on us! We know he and his cronies are s**ts and we're doing what we can to save our country......and restore our friendship, support, and good will with our allies. Hopefully we won't be totally under the Dump's dictatorship and make it to the mid-term elections (2026). If Democrats win the majority in both houses, the Dump just might be impeached, convicted, and sent to prison for the rest of his life. What a blessing that would be for everyone (especially for us)!
In what way does it matter? What tangible difference has Meidas made? Anything? Seems to me like the onslaught by Trump and his thugs continues unabated. Can Meidas point to a single thing they have accomplished?
Dik....are you....one of those MAGAs or BOTs? Or, have you just given up? Please don't bring that negative BS to this safe haven. YOU WISH Meidas would go away...without protest and dissent the demagogue would already be will on his way....we need more protest and dissent. We are NOT an autocracy yet! What do you suggest Dik, since you don't think any of this Meidas work matters?
Not a MAGA or a BOT. And I'm so sorry you don't support the 1st Amendment. The "negative BS" is my honest opinion. Why do you have a problem with that? Why do you want to suppress opposing opinions? I don't wish Meidas would go away, but I do wish they would show us what tangible effect they're having instead of constantly touting how they need our help.
I am not sure why any of my comments would lead you to believe I don't support the 1st Amendment. That is why I am a Meidas subscriber. When the Boss gets threatened with an investigation for expressing his 1st Amendment rights I think you need to be talking to the current administration about belief in 1st Amendment rights, not a Meidas supporter. Contact your Congress reps...do something instead of calling out Meidas for evidence of results. Be a part of making positive results happen rather than bringing a fire hose.
You're just fine, Richard. And 100% correct. Don't pay any attention to negative comments that in reality, sound like whoever writes them support the Dictator Criminal Deranged Psycho who sits in the Oval Office.. It's like those with negative comments support him and his cronies..
So sorry. Wasn't it you who wrote, "Please don't bring that negative BS to this safe haven"?
Regarding the other stuff you mention, I'd love to talk to "the current administration" about 1st Amendment rights. Instead, I'm talking and writing to my MOC and supporting about 15 Blues currently campaigning, just as I did in the last election.
Growth is one tangible effect as Meidas gets its words out to more people. Showing they are negatively impacting the administration across multiple channels with this growth is another.
Coverage of protests and actions is third.
Meidas is a news organization and they are doing an outstanding job reporting what is happening in our country.
We don't. It's just that I'm sure to a lot of us, you sounds so negative and depressing. Makes people think that it's useless to try to combat the Dictator and his Cronies. Let's not have a pity party here which is what that comment sounds like.
The truth is often negative and depressing, like the truth -- which is certainly depressing -- that we have "the Dictator and his Cronies" in power. Had the Dems -- and especially Biden and his gang -- faced up to the truth in 2023, we might not be in the depressing circumstances we're in and have no need for a "pity party," though I'm not sure what you're referring to.
We need to know the truth. Trump has bullied the major news sources,they have censored journalist . Substack is giving giving those who want an informed
What does Meidas do? They go out there and find the truth and report it so we can all be informed and take action.
Let's say that there was a hurricane on the way, a Category 6 Hurricane (even though they don't go that high, we are in a CAT 6 situation in our Country). Now let's say that nobody says anything about it and it hits the East Coast of Florida and takes out the entire State - levels it to the ground - nothing is left and 30 million people die?
We have to have reliable people telling us what is happening so that we can plan ahead for any potential disaster that might strike us. That is what Medias does. And many thousands and even millions of us are taking action - actionable and tangible tasks and events that are impacting what is happening in the U.S.
If you are wondering what those things are, then you are not listening to Meidas and other independent media.
As if I haven't heard that comment about my name dozens of times. Takes a small and salacious mind to make that comment. As far as following Meidas, I'm stuck with them. I requested a refund and was refused.
Well, since you are here, you have two choices. You can keep participating and see if your side of things pans out - have an open mind and listen to what people here have to say - or you can take this bookmark off your browser and go where you feel more comfortable. Your choice!
Oh my goodness!!!! He has lost many many lawsuits.his approval is tanking even by his cult. Democrats have won election after election. Who r u really did? Hmmmm
"Who r u really did?" Sorry, don't understand what you're asking. If you're referencing Trump losing lawsuits, what has that to do with Meidas? Did they represent any of the plaintiffs? I hope they did and I'm just not aware of it. "His approval is tanking even by his cult." Yet there are still many of Trump's cult who would and will vote for him again. What "election after election" have Dems won?
Not a purveyor of American History, now are we? Just in my lifetime, LBJ won two terms, Clinton won two terms and balanced the budget. Obama won two terms and pulled the country out of a financial collapse. FDR won 4 terms and pulled the U.S. out of the great depression that was brought about by the republicans doing exactly what trump is doing right now.
I know this stuff off the top of my head. Were you hoping that we were all so stupid that we couldn't push back on your challenge? Also, you have access to the Internet - go form a cogent argument for your position and then come back and we'll debate it.
Oh, so sorry. It sounds like you are a "purveyor" of American history, doesn't it? I was not aware you were speaking of Dems winning past elections but rather recent relevant ones that have something to do with what Meidas does, which was the topic of my "position."
Well, then you need to follow the news more closely and see that the DEMS are winning predominantly Republican seats in red districts that trump won by double digits - these are state seats. If you do the research, you will see that local elections are starting to be won by democrats and left -leaning independents as well. All recently.
They can't report everything as there aren't enough of them - yet! So, that means that WE have to do the research and WE have to spread the word of how the DEMS are taking back our country - even if it is only one seat at a time - it is in typically RED America - which means even the MAGAs are starting to wake up to reality.
And we will continue to win! We are going to get our mojo back and be the party of the working class and the 98% where we should have always been. Watch and see!
Following you from New Zealand . You are all doing an amazing job . Thank you . Your reach is global …it matters .
Wish I were there as what seems inexorably inevitable unfolds here. Your sentiments are most gratifying.
Agree
Of all the places I have visited around the world. New Zealand is my favorite. One of the reasons is people like you. I wasn't out of my hotel room in Auckland for for very long before several people offered me assistance in finding where I was heading.
Actually, I was just exploring the surroundings before heading to dinner at the hotel. Everywhere I went I met people like that. If my car broke down on a rural country road, I'm sure that it wouldn't be long before someone stopped to help me out.
Most of us Americans did not support Trump (Felon-47) in the election. Too many didn't vote. Too many believed Trump's lies. It's now obvious to everyone who voted for Trump with the exception of his cult followers who "drank the kool aid" that they were lied to.
Thanks for your support and encouragement. I would expect nothing else from a New Zealander.
I know that you have some rotten apples too. People who appreciate democracy around the world need to come together and be united against the evil forces that exist in all of our countries. There always will be selfish, narcissistic and evil people in this world. We just cannot let them take control of our governments.
Thank you for your kind words Thomas. We kiwis are not isolated from global shifts ,most of us are horrified at what is happening and feel deeply for American folk. Yes, there are elements of MAGA in New Zealand but fortunately for us it’s a small percentage.
I do what I can ..subscribe to Substack , reach out in support,air the subjects with fellow kiwis .
At some point this dystopian nightmare will explode. That’s when reaching out will matter even more .
Thank you for your sympathy, Ann. We certainly need it. (Don't mean to get greedy!) I've always been proud to be an American until this Dictator Criminal Deranged Dingbat Psycho stepped back into the Oval Office. The first time was bad enough but even then I wasn't terrified like I am now. Please don't give up on us! We know he and his cronies are s**ts and we're doing what we can to save our country......and restore our friendship, support, and good will with our allies. Hopefully we won't be totally under the Dump's dictatorship and make it to the mid-term elections (2026). If Democrats win the majority in both houses, the Dump just might be impeached, convicted, and sent to prison for the rest of his life. What a blessing that would be for everyone (especially for us)!
I imagine it must be like waking up to a nightmare everyday .
There does seem to be an increasingly large ground swell of resistance evolving so keep hope alive . Kiha Kaha Jean.
In what way does it matter? What tangible difference has Meidas made? Anything? Seems to me like the onslaught by Trump and his thugs continues unabated. Can Meidas point to a single thing they have accomplished?
Dik....are you....one of those MAGAs or BOTs? Or, have you just given up? Please don't bring that negative BS to this safe haven. YOU WISH Meidas would go away...without protest and dissent the demagogue would already be will on his way....we need more protest and dissent. We are NOT an autocracy yet! What do you suggest Dik, since you don't think any of this Meidas work matters?
Not a MAGA or a BOT. And I'm so sorry you don't support the 1st Amendment. The "negative BS" is my honest opinion. Why do you have a problem with that? Why do you want to suppress opposing opinions? I don't wish Meidas would go away, but I do wish they would show us what tangible effect they're having instead of constantly touting how they need our help.
I am not sure why any of my comments would lead you to believe I don't support the 1st Amendment. That is why I am a Meidas subscriber. When the Boss gets threatened with an investigation for expressing his 1st Amendment rights I think you need to be talking to the current administration about belief in 1st Amendment rights, not a Meidas supporter. Contact your Congress reps...do something instead of calling out Meidas for evidence of results. Be a part of making positive results happen rather than bringing a fire hose.
You're just fine, Richard. And 100% correct. Don't pay any attention to negative comments that in reality, sound like whoever writes them support the Dictator Criminal Deranged Psycho who sits in the Oval Office.. It's like those with negative comments support him and his cronies..
So sorry. Wasn't it you who wrote, "Please don't bring that negative BS to this safe haven"?
Regarding the other stuff you mention, I'd love to talk to "the current administration" about 1st Amendment rights. Instead, I'm talking and writing to my MOC and supporting about 15 Blues currently campaigning, just as I did in the last election.
Growth is one tangible effect as Meidas gets its words out to more people. Showing they are negatively impacting the administration across multiple channels with this growth is another.
Coverage of protests and actions is third.
Meidas is a news organization and they are doing an outstanding job reporting what is happening in our country.
We don't. It's just that I'm sure to a lot of us, you sounds so negative and depressing. Makes people think that it's useless to try to combat the Dictator and his Cronies. Let's not have a pity party here which is what that comment sounds like.
The truth is often negative and depressing, like the truth -- which is certainly depressing -- that we have "the Dictator and his Cronies" in power. Had the Dems -- and especially Biden and his gang -- faced up to the truth in 2023, we might not be in the depressing circumstances we're in and have no need for a "pity party," though I'm not sure what you're referring to.
I think you just like to argue.
We need to know the truth. Trump has bullied the major news sources,they have censored journalist . Substack is giving giving those who want an informed
What does Meidas do? They go out there and find the truth and report it so we can all be informed and take action.
Let's say that there was a hurricane on the way, a Category 6 Hurricane (even though they don't go that high, we are in a CAT 6 situation in our Country). Now let's say that nobody says anything about it and it hits the East Coast of Florida and takes out the entire State - levels it to the ground - nothing is left and 30 million people die?
We have to have reliable people telling us what is happening so that we can plan ahead for any potential disaster that might strike us. That is what Medias does. And many thousands and even millions of us are taking action - actionable and tangible tasks and events that are impacting what is happening in the U.S.
If you are wondering what those things are, then you are not listening to Meidas and other independent media.
If it were in FL, it would be reported and Trump would be first in line, overinflating the value of Mar a lago and demanding immediate payment.
Why do you follow Meidas then? Your first name says it all.
Good one, PeggyJo!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It absolutely does.
As if I haven't heard that comment about my name dozens of times. Takes a small and salacious mind to make that comment. As far as following Meidas, I'm stuck with them. I requested a refund and was refused.
Well, since you are here, you have two choices. You can keep participating and see if your side of things pans out - have an open mind and listen to what people here have to say - or you can take this bookmark off your browser and go where you feel more comfortable. Your choice!
Oh my goodness!!!! He has lost many many lawsuits.his approval is tanking even by his cult. Democrats have won election after election. Who r u really did? Hmmmm
"Who r u really did?" Sorry, don't understand what you're asking. If you're referencing Trump losing lawsuits, what has that to do with Meidas? Did they represent any of the plaintiffs? I hope they did and I'm just not aware of it. "His approval is tanking even by his cult." Yet there are still many of Trump's cult who would and will vote for him again. What "election after election" have Dems won?
Not a purveyor of American History, now are we? Just in my lifetime, LBJ won two terms, Clinton won two terms and balanced the budget. Obama won two terms and pulled the country out of a financial collapse. FDR won 4 terms and pulled the U.S. out of the great depression that was brought about by the republicans doing exactly what trump is doing right now.
And "The Democrats have controlled the House of Representatives for thirty-six consecutive years, and fifty-six of the last sixty; they have run the Senate for fifty of the past sixty years." Think they haven't won over and over and over? You go look it up! https://www.nationalaffairs.com/public_interest/detail/the-permanent-democratic-congress
I know this stuff off the top of my head. Were you hoping that we were all so stupid that we couldn't push back on your challenge? Also, you have access to the Internet - go form a cogent argument for your position and then come back and we'll debate it.
You're right, Bluesmurf. It looks like DdB hasn't studied American history so he doesn't know what patriotism is all about.
Oh, so sorry. It sounds like you are a "purveyor" of American history, doesn't it? I was not aware you were speaking of Dems winning past elections but rather recent relevant ones that have something to do with what Meidas does, which was the topic of my "position."
Well, then you need to follow the news more closely and see that the DEMS are winning predominantly Republican seats in red districts that trump won by double digits - these are state seats. If you do the research, you will see that local elections are starting to be won by democrats and left -leaning independents as well. All recently.
They can't report everything as there aren't enough of them - yet! So, that means that WE have to do the research and WE have to spread the word of how the DEMS are taking back our country - even if it is only one seat at a time - it is in typically RED America - which means even the MAGAs are starting to wake up to reality.
And we will continue to win! We are going to get our mojo back and be the party of the working class and the 98% where we should have always been. Watch and see!