I’m not anywhere near SF, but my understanding is homelessness has been a growing problem there in recent years.
I have observed that first hand in recent years in various East Coast Cities though. Not to mention crime which tends to go hand in hand with poverty.
Another issue is lack of facilities to accommodate the mentally ill in recent decades. All related.
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I suspect whatever Pelosi does is done in the belief it is best for her constituents which is how all successful politicians work, right?
These things are all about representation and who gets what. |
I think people are rooting for everyone to do the right thing to get everyone through this. That applies to the President the most. It’s a rough job but that is what he signed up for.
When I watch these pressers it all sounds good until the President starts talking, ignoring unpleasant realities, and sugar coating things and using that podium to attack his enemies. I go in always hoping for the best and end up disappointed. All I hear is a salesman spinning.
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The presser today was fine except for when Trump spoke and confused everything which only makes things worse.
I’m not fond of how Pence has to credit insecure Trump with something every other line but hey Trump is his sugar daddy FBOFW. |
Sounds like some have no game except bashing liberals.
Good thing I am not one. :^) |
Dr. Fauci's relieving no nonsense factual approach conflicts with the President's agenda. Not likely to see him again so Trump can control the messaging. |
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You just figured that out?
No it has been evident as long as Trump has been around but now its an immediate matter of life and death for many. |
Did I mention that the President we depend on to provide proper leadership is erratic? That's a big problem now and no way to sugar coat it. |
Unfortunately there is no easy win for anyone at the moment so beware of the wolves. |
unfortunately for all at this particular time, la la land is a reasonable description. |
I am not party affiliated and never have been, but my opinion is the Republican’s of late under Trump show NO interest in letting facts interfere with agenda which I have maintained is a very dangerous thing.
Meanwhile the Democrats are far from perfect as well,human nature being what it is, but at least there is a variety of ideologies at play there to serve as some degree of checks and balances.
In any case, my assessment is the Democrats are much better at sticking to facts these days than the Republicans, at least the ones at the Federal Government level.
Local and state, things still have a bias, but there still are some Republican’s who retain their values but also focus on facts and work hard to serve the common public good, not just that of those who agree with them. The aforementioned Republican Governor Larry Hogan of Maryland is a great example, a Republican Governor who maintains some of the highest approval ratings of anyone in a solid blue state. A great role model for any public servant.
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As much as libertarians might object, you can’t minimize the deaths from a pandemic like this by relying on the individuals common sense to do the right thing. Everyone has to do the right thing to the greatest extent of their ability. It’s all about numbers, not individuals, other than how what has to be done by all affects each.
Rand Paul swimming and use of workout facilities knowing he was being tested for the virus and then testing positive is the only example needed.
Responsible leaders know this and are acting accordingly. A good example is Republican Governor Larry Hogan of Maryland who is a role model for how to deal with public crises like this that affect all.
Our erratic President is the opposite so far though I must say.
Hopefully, when this is over, there is a thorough review of what transpired and we learn for the next time which could be as soon as next year.
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Look up the definition of narcissism. More useful information. |
I’m sure Don will do anything and everything he can over the next few months to avoid being exposed to prosecution with little or no regard for how it affects others.
Not only that but Trump’s business empire must be getting hit hard by all this and my understanding is that it will not be eligible for any bailout money now since Trump is a government official and still owns them.
Now if he would have not been greedy and divested before being sworn in like the experts advised him (to avoid conflict of interest) like every prior more-rational President did, that would be a different story.
Can’t say I mind seeing greed get its due. |
Geoffkait actually made a good one! |
