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Wednesday Morning Rant
Prediction:
Economy is a mixed bag
I think we'll see a recession, possibly declared as having already begun but with good odds before the end of the year. It may not be severe, but I think we're nipping at the heels of one. The AI and real estate bubbles are helping keep things inflated, but there are a lot of headwinds in the monetary situation and out-of-control spending continuing to pile on. I think we're probably at the end (or close to it) on rate cuts and that is likely to reverse this year. Inflation is going to remain more or less untamed. Employment is probably going to suffer, too - and expect more and more "revisions" like we've been seeing that wipe out reported job gains. On the plus side, the coming regulatory reforms and - if it happens - DOGE are going to lay a lot of groundwork for recovery. China's continuing decline and the return of trade-as-policy-tool will likely pay dividends, too. There is a lot of reason for cautious optimism in the intermediate term, though I think 2025 is not going to be a banner year. If the bubbles in AI and real estate pop this year, it could be really rotten.
Gotta give myself a miss on this one. Employment - despite the headline numbers - is soft, but it isn't negative. Real estate is starting to soften more or less on schedule and the AI bubble has gotten even more dangerous, but nothing has broken badly and I can't claim any points. Prediction:
The Russia/Ukraine situation is resolved, one way or another
American financing of the Ukrainians is unpopular and fewer people than ever care, except for not liking how much it's costing to maintain a stalemate. The great shoveling money into the furnace that Congress and Biden just undertook is likely its last hurrah. I expect Trump and his people to wade in and negotiate a settlement of some kind, in some manner. Russia will likely keep Crimea and the Russian-speaking areas it has already conquered and there will probably be some kind of DMZ or buffer zone. There may be some kind of reparations, disguised as something else, as a face-saving exercise (like seized Russian assets remaining seized forever). I don't think Zelensky will be deposed in the aftermath, nor do I think that Ukraine will be joining NATO or the EU. They won't be formally denied entry, but they won't be admitted.
Nope. Miss. Trump is making more noise recently about it and I think something will happen on this front soon, but it didn't happen in 2025. Prediction:
The Middle East gets worse
The recent coup in Syria, the continued malingering in the Palestinian territories, an increasingly desperate Iran once the taps are turned off (which I think will happen under Trump, as it did before), an increasingly questionable Turkey and all the run-of-the-mill intrigues are going to conspire to keep the region hot for a while. I won't be surprised to see another war break out in the region, and I think peace breaking out is pretty unlikely.
This one is debatable. I am going to take the point, but you may disagree. There was an entire additional war in the region this year, the saber-rattling hasn't exactly toned down, various psychotic or suicidal countries decided to go ahead and recognize the Palestinian Territories, Israel/Qatar relations are degrading, there is civil unrest (again) in Iran, the Houthis remain a problem, etc. It isn't a pile of ash in the Middle East, but I think I can call this one a hit. Prediction:
Energy improves
Despite the sticks in the eye Biden is driving into us on his way out the door, Trump is pro-energy and has sworn to keep naysayers - like RFK Jr - away from energy policy. I have some faith that this will happen and we'll be back to producing energy, starting this year. It takes a while and major industries don't turn on and off with the flip of a switch, but I have hope for a remaking of American energy through aggressive use of the EO pen, bullying Congress into doing their jobs, and whipping the administrative bureaus into line. Oil is going to be back, and I have some hope for nuclear at least getting started in the next few years.
Big hit. Oil is back and so is nuclear, much of it on the back of regulatory reform and major changes at Energy and Environmental Protection. Prediction:
Unmaskable administrative infighting
The "Resistance" types are not going away, and are not going to be quitting on day 1. They're dug in like ticks and will do exactly what they did last time. I expect major, ugly, public fighting over the bureaus and control of them. I expect we're going to see attempted layoffs/mass firings, tons of court battles, stays, injunctions and overturnings from all corners. Congress is going to remain loudly silent over most of it, quietly blocking appointments as it is able. The bureaus are going to be fighting for their lives, and they know it. I expect some progress in Energy, Education, Interior, HHS, HUD and maybe some of the smaller outfits like USDA. I expect little to no progress in Justice, State, Treasury, EPA or any of those agencies comprising the IC.
I am going to give myself a point for this, but there is room for argument. The administrative agencies didn't exactly go as I expected (I expected nothing at EPA, and we got something). Justice has done what Justice always done, the courts have gone hog-wild, Congress has been largely unhelpful. We have had major gains in most of the places I expected, absent Education. I'm taking the point. Prediction:
Continued progress in the culture war
We're going to chalk up some victories in 2025. I expect Hollywood to continue its general implosion as the cruft built up over the past seven years or so works its way through the studios. I expect DEI to be downplayed. DEI and its ilk will continue, of course, but much less publicly because it is losing support. I expect a few court battles over DEI-type policies to get started or finish during the year, and it will lose its de facto legal protections. More public universities are going to take a cue from Iowa and start winding down the more egregious programs. Woke is not going to die, but it's going to come out weaker in December than it is today.
Hit. The formal destruction of DEI has not been fully realized, but the entire scheme is on the back foot and while many universities and major corporations are making changes in name only, there is much progress being made. This has been a bright spot of the past year. Prediction:
Major reductions and retrenchment in the press
The body blows the American press has been taking in the last quarter of 2024 will continue. They basically bet the business this year, and the bet failed. The Party loyalists who were keeping them afloat are disaffected, the opposition is exultant and the vast middle is increasingly indifferent if not outright contemptuous of the press. 2025 is going to be a bad year for establishment "journalism" and I expect significant layoffs and restructuring and would not be surprised by failure or near-failure resulting in consolidation. The press will not improve, it will just get smaller.
Hit. Major shakeups and divestitures at MSNBC, WaPo, CBS and more. The Press ain't dead (and it never will be), but they're having to regroup and consolidate and journalists have been getting axed. So how did I do? 2/7 were clean misses and 3/7 were clean hits. 2/7 are arguable, but I think I got them. So like 2025 itself, my crystal ball was a mixed bag! I think 2025 was overall positive, but not stupendous. How do you think 2025 went? What do you all see for the coming year?
Comments
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Happy Newyear
Posted by: doug at December 31, 2025 11:01 AM (Hy+R4)
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Morning all!
Posted by: Bryce at December 31, 2025 11:01 AM (5GspC)
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Harrumph
Posted by: Commissar of plenty and festive little hats at December 31, 2025 11:01 AM (Kt19C)
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Good morning good people.
Posted by: Tonypete at December 31, 2025 11:03 AM (cYBz/)
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Mixed bag there, but then again, nobody can fill my shoes.
Posted by: The Eyes of Nostrildamus at December 31, 2025 11:03 AM (oftw2)
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So how did you do? Guess I have to actually read the post. Sigh.
Posted by: From about That Time at December 31, 2025 11:03 AM (sl73Y)
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I don’t do predictions. I just hope for the best and prepare for the worst. That’s why I’ll never be super wealthy but will always be relatively stress free.
Posted by: Opinion fact at December 31, 2025 11:03 AM (KDPiq)
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Someone Forgot To Send Tim Walz The Memo. Blaming Whitey Doesn’t Work Anymore
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In fairness, he is retarded.
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In fairness, he is retarded.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:03 AM (L/fGl)
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 31, 2025 11:04 AM (NwnyJ)
Posted by: Biden's Dog sniffs a whole lotta malarkey, at December 31, 2025 11:05 AM (ElQWS)
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Timothy Treadwell has a nice cautionary tale for nation states. Don't be Timothy Treadwell!
Posted by: ErikInTexas at December 31, 2025 11:05 AM (4b7CV)
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[ MSNOW has entered the chat while circling the bowl ]
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:05 AM (jc0TO)
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While Trump didn't deliver everything I wanted, he delivered way more then I expected.
Now, imagine if there was a political party, call them, I don't know, The Republic People Party that would rally around his agenda and fight for it in congress...
Also, Rubio and Bessent hit it out of the park this year.
RFK did pretty well, but not as well as I hoped
Hegseth did ok.
And...Trump should be looking at replacing some of the other cabinet officials if he can get a better option through the Senate.
Now, imagine if there was a political party, call them, I don't know, The Republic People Party that would rally around his agenda and fight for it in congress...
Also, Rubio and Bessent hit it out of the park this year.
RFK did pretty well, but not as well as I hoped
Hegseth did ok.
And...Trump should be looking at replacing some of the other cabinet officials if he can get a better option through the Senate.
Posted by: 18-1 at December 31, 2025 11:07 AM (sKqQm)
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What do you all see for the coming year?
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More fraud.
Posted by: Martini Farmer
More fraud or more unmasking of fraud?
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More fraud.
Posted by: Martini Farmer
More fraud or more unmasking of fraud?
Posted by: rickb223 at December 31, 2025 11:07 AM (QGRvm)
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I still want to see "journalists" begging under the overpass.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:07 AM (jc0TO)
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This one is debatable. I am going to take the point, but you may disagree.
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Giving you the point for the attack on Iran nuclear sites.
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Giving you the point for the attack on Iran nuclear sites.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 31, 2025 11:07 AM (RIvkX)
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Unmaskable administrative infighting
The "Resistance" types are not going away, and are not going to be quitting on day 1. They're dug in like ticks and will do exactly what they did last time. I expect major, ugly, public fighting over the bureaus and control of them.
It's not quite the same thing, but I saw this from Tom Emmer this morning. Who is Tom Emmer? He's the GOP house whip, and there were several stories earlier this week about how he shut down Minnesotans complaining about the influx of Somalis, naturally labeling them raycisssss. Apparently, he's starting to hear footsteps and knives being sharpened. Good. Make an example of him. Let him know the zeitgeist has shifted.
https://is.gd/PsTkyo
The "Resistance" types are not going away, and are not going to be quitting on day 1. They're dug in like ticks and will do exactly what they did last time. I expect major, ugly, public fighting over the bureaus and control of them.
It's not quite the same thing, but I saw this from Tom Emmer this morning. Who is Tom Emmer? He's the GOP house whip, and there were several stories earlier this week about how he shut down Minnesotans complaining about the influx of Somalis, naturally labeling them raycisssss. Apparently, he's starting to hear footsteps and knives being sharpened. Good. Make an example of him. Let him know the zeitgeist has shifted.
https://is.gd/PsTkyo
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 11:07 AM (Riz8t)
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What do you all see for the coming year?
More of the same.
- There will be more revelations of fraud and malfeasance related to the public fisc.
- There will be more revelations about official corruption, particularly around elections.
- There will be more obstruction by the judges.
- There will continue to be no action by Congress.
- The election will be important and will not go our way. Too many on the other side don't care about anything but getting theirs from whitey, or men, or Christians, of Jews, or whatever. Too many on our side will whine that voting for Trump in 2024 didn't magically, and instantly, fix everything.
More of the same.
- There will be more revelations of fraud and malfeasance related to the public fisc.
- There will be more revelations about official corruption, particularly around elections.
- There will be more obstruction by the judges.
- There will continue to be no action by Congress.
- The election will be important and will not go our way. Too many on the other side don't care about anything but getting theirs from whitey, or men, or Christians, of Jews, or whatever. Too many on our side will whine that voting for Trump in 2024 didn't magically, and instantly, fix everything.
Posted by: I used to have a different nic at December 31, 2025 11:07 AM (ExV1e)
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Reply hazy, try again
Posted by: Magic 8-Ball at December 31, 2025 11:07 AM (JkO4W)
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How do you think 2025 went? What do you all see for the coming year?
Failure theater and plenty of it.
I stand by my prediction that the GOP loses the midterrms bigly.
And I'm not expecting anything good for myself next year, either.
Failure theater and plenty of it.
I stand by my prediction that the GOP loses the midterrms bigly.
And I'm not expecting anything good for myself next year, either.
Posted by: Mary Poppins' Practically Perfect Piercing (aka Eloquent Depression) at December 31, 2025 11:08 AM (ufSfZ)
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Bondi's DOJ has proven to be shockingly and stupidly anti-2A.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:08 AM (jc0TO)
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"Major reductions and retrenchment in the press"
Pretty sweet to get a Nick Shirley Grand Slam in the bottom of the ninth.
Pretty sweet to get a Nick Shirley Grand Slam in the bottom of the ninth.
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at December 31, 2025 11:08 AM (2Ez/1)
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13 [ MSNOW has entered the chat while circling the bowl ]
Posted by: toby928(c)
Ha! I'm still "earning" tens of millions for one hour of work per week.
Posted by: toby928(c)
Ha! I'm still "earning" tens of millions for one hour of work per week.
Posted by: Rachel Madcow's Strap-on at December 31, 2025 11:08 AM (oftw2)
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Prediction 2026
A Somalian will discover perpetual motion energy source and once again save the white man.
A Somalian will discover perpetual motion energy source and once again save the white man.
Posted by: MN Dem politicians at December 31, 2025 11:08 AM (KDPiq)
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For 2026 I'm predicting - a roaring economy with we thinking people becoming even more boldly American. Many of the quiet folks on the fence will begin to return to speaking strongly in favor of our traditional values.
Libs will continue to lie, redirect and ignore fraud, abuse, trafficking, and theft. They will further descend into shaking, spitting, caricatures of thoughtful humans.
Throat punching and body slams will continue to gain in popularity but will have no impact on those receiving those gifts.
Libs will continue to lie, redirect and ignore fraud, abuse, trafficking, and theft. They will further descend into shaking, spitting, caricatures of thoughtful humans.
Throat punching and body slams will continue to gain in popularity but will have no impact on those receiving those gifts.
Posted by: Tonypete at December 31, 2025 11:09 AM (cYBz/)
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Nothing will happen.
Posted by: The person who always says that at December 31, 2025 11:09 AM (2Ez/1)
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I'm giving you the two arguable points for a total of 5/7. Your scenarios were fairly accurate as well consolidating your score. Bravo.
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 31, 2025 11:09 AM (RIvkX)
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:09 AM (L/fGl)
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25 Prediction 2026
A Somalian will discover perpetual motion energy source and once again save the white man.
Posted by: MN Dem politicians at December 31, 2025 11:08 AM (KDPiq)
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A deported one, back in Somalia, and the sacredness of Somalia's national boundaries will prevent the exporting of this perpetual motion miracle to the rest of the world.
A Somalian will discover perpetual motion energy source and once again save the white man.
Posted by: MN Dem politicians at December 31, 2025 11:08 AM (KDPiq)
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A deported one, back in Somalia, and the sacredness of Somalia's national boundaries will prevent the exporting of this perpetual motion miracle to the rest of the world.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:10 AM (GBKbO)
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Reply hazy, try again
Posted by: Magic 8-Ball at December 31, 2025 11:07 AM (JkO4W)
My sources in the spirit world say, "Proceed!"
Posted by: Magic 8-Ball at December 31, 2025 11:07 AM (JkO4W)
My sources in the spirit world say, "Proceed!"
Posted by: Mentalo at December 31, 2025 11:10 AM (ufSfZ)
Posted by: t-bird at December 31, 2025 11:10 AM (NcjJv)
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Continued progress in the culture war
We're going to chalk up some victories in 2025. I expect Hollywood to continue its general implosion as the cruft built up over the past seven years or so works its way through the studios. I expect DEI to be downplayed. DEI and its ilk will continue, of course, but much less publicly because it is losing support. I expect a few court battles over DEI-type policies to get started or finish during the year, and it will lose its de facto legal protections. More public universities are going to take a cue from Iowa and start winding down the more egregious programs.
UVa hasn't gotten the message, and I know our new governor will do her best to preserve racial discrimination, but it's going to be hard to tell the Feds and their money, and DOJ, to FO.
DOJ Sues to Stop Virginia From Giving Illegal Aliens In-State Tuition and Financial Aid
https://is.gd/snkhGB
We're going to chalk up some victories in 2025. I expect Hollywood to continue its general implosion as the cruft built up over the past seven years or so works its way through the studios. I expect DEI to be downplayed. DEI and its ilk will continue, of course, but much less publicly because it is losing support. I expect a few court battles over DEI-type policies to get started or finish during the year, and it will lose its de facto legal protections. More public universities are going to take a cue from Iowa and start winding down the more egregious programs.
UVa hasn't gotten the message, and I know our new governor will do her best to preserve racial discrimination, but it's going to be hard to tell the Feds and their money, and DOJ, to FO.
DOJ Sues to Stop Virginia From Giving Illegal Aliens In-State Tuition and Financial Aid
https://is.gd/snkhGB
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 11:10 AM (Riz8t)
Posted by: Aliassmithsmith at December 31, 2025 11:10 AM (C4wQ6)
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Personally it's been a great year. Moved out of Colorado, got a great job with folks I like, and we are having fun in Idaho.
globally it's been disconcerting and frustrating. But I try not to let it get to me.
globally it's been disconcerting and frustrating. But I try not to let it get to me.
Posted by: Pug Mahon at December 31, 2025 11:10 AM (PSEDc)
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I'm planning a major renovation for the Fox News green room.
Posted by: Pam Blondi at December 31, 2025 11:11 AM (2Ez/1)
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Nothing will happen to any of the major bad guys.
Posted by: Bulg at December 31, 2025 11:11 AM (77rzZ)
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I’ll compare what actually happened with what would’ve probably happened if (forbid) Kamala had won. In that scale 2025 was a tremendous positive success…. Compared to my expectations after Trump won it’s still a success…. But one big negative in this real world is no one has come up with an effective strategy for dealing with an insurrectionist judiciary
Posted by: LinusVanPelt at December 31, 2025 11:11 AM (xT8gx)
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Considering that you are grading your own paper, I'd say you are fairly fair Joe.
Posted by: tubal at December 31, 2025 11:11 AM (p+6WR)
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My 2026 prediction same as 2025 prediction
aos commenters will mostly predict the end of the Republic followed by funny snark.
aos commenters will mostly predict the end of the Republic followed by funny snark.
Posted by: Opinion fact at December 31, 2025 11:11 AM (KDPiq)
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I thought the UK would wake the fuck up, but barring a few hiccups, the muzzie subjugation is right on schedule.
Posted by: Dr. Pork Chops & Bacons at December 31, 2025 11:12 AM (g8Ew8)
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I have a really grim prediction that's too ugly to share.
Posted by: tubal at December 31, 2025 11:12 AM (p+6WR)
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The Republic is already dead. The question is what comes after.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:12 AM (jc0TO)
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It's tough to make predictions, especially about the future.
Posted by: Yogi Bear at December 31, 2025 11:13 AM (pkeXY)
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MP4, you’re retiring soon, right? How can that not be a good thing?
Posted by: Bulg at December 31, 2025 11:13 AM (77rzZ)
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Safest bet in the world is ASS remaining an ASS throughout the coming year.
Posted by: Put Money On It at December 31, 2025 11:13 AM (oftw2)
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Hegseth did ok.
I'm curious what you think he should've done better.
From what I've seen he's done exactly what he should be doing, and the near-constant media and Bluesky outrage about him (even when he's not actively in the news) seems to indicate it's working. We had a sitting senator, Mark Kelly, launch an attempt to get the military to overthrow Trump and it was a wet Swalwell fart.
I'm curious what you think he should've done better.
From what I've seen he's done exactly what he should be doing, and the near-constant media and Bluesky outrage about him (even when he's not actively in the news) seems to indicate it's working. We had a sitting senator, Mark Kelly, launch an attempt to get the military to overthrow Trump and it was a wet Swalwell fart.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:13 AM (UmGiD)
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End of 2025 and I am still blessed, bigly. Nothing else matters to me except that for myself and those I care about.
If you are letting the world get to you, stop. The Trump Era is a net good and when they take back over, or even when "other" Republicans do, you will need steel in your loins and to give even less of a fuck about the things you can't control.
Start practicing now.
If you are letting the world get to you, stop. The Trump Era is a net good and when they take back over, or even when "other" Republicans do, you will need steel in your loins and to give even less of a fuck about the things you can't control.
Start practicing now.
Posted by: ... at December 31, 2025 11:13 AM (2fdLC)
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Here are mine for 2026
Economy - new highs in equities, 4% GDP, 3% 30 year bond and 3% inflation
Russia-Ukraine - Ukraine agrees to your scenario above
Middle East - the Tehran regime is swept away
Energy - continued good news
Government Reform - it stops
Culture War - refocused on illegal migrants
State media - continued radicalization, politicization, and marginalization
Economy - new highs in equities, 4% GDP, 3% 30 year bond and 3% inflation
Russia-Ukraine - Ukraine agrees to your scenario above
Middle East - the Tehran regime is swept away
Energy - continued good news
Government Reform - it stops
Culture War - refocused on illegal migrants
State media - continued radicalization, politicization, and marginalization
Posted by: San Franpsycho at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM (RIvkX)
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A woke new thesis claiming that the U.S. is a blank slate of origins and defined by different ethnic groups, is nonsense.
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Everybody on the Mayflower was Somalian.
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Everybody on the Mayflower was Somalian.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM (L/fGl)
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2026 will be one for the record books!
Posted by: Zombie Jeane Dixon at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM (wVcYX)
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How about fewer “own the libs” posts and more, you know, arrests from the WH. Too much to ask for?
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 11:12 AM (9c0bR)
Yes, because social media interns are the people who would be performing arrests.
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 11:12 AM (9c0bR)
Yes, because social media interns are the people who would be performing arrests.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM (UmGiD)
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>> What do you all see for the coming year?
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More fraud.
Posted by: Martini Farmer
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More fraud or more unmasking of fraud?
Posted by: rickb223
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Both
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More fraud.
Posted by: Martini Farmer
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More fraud or more unmasking of fraud?
Posted by: rickb223
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Both
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM (NwnyJ)
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On a longer timeline: I predict that the new battleship class will never be built.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM (jc0TO)
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 11:15 AM (Riz8t)
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DOJ Sues to Stop Virginia From Giving Illegal Aliens In-State Tuition and Financial Aid
My youngest is a citizen and didn't get in-state tuition from Virginia Tech.
My youngest is a citizen and didn't get in-state tuition from Virginia Tech.
Posted by: I used to have a different nic at December 31, 2025 11:15 AM (ExV1e)
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I suspect that not even a tenth of the fraudulent use of taxpayer dollars has been uncovered. We could actually be running a government surplus if it was stopped. We now know that the child care, EBT, and housing assistance programs are being defrauded to the tune of hundreds of billions and they funnel the stolen money interstate between democrat politicians.
Prediction: the democrats will do anything, including killing, to prevent it from being stopped. Their entire party apparatus relies on the fraud to fund candidates and pay for get out the vote efforts.
Prediction: the democrats will do anything, including killing, to prevent it from being stopped. Their entire party apparatus relies on the fraud to fund candidates and pay for get out the vote efforts.
Posted by: Thomas Paine at December 31, 2025 11:15 AM (0U5gm)
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Everybody on the Mayflower was Somalian.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM (L/fGl)
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They say the sharks still follow its path across the Atlantic.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM (L/fGl)
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They say the sharks still follow its path across the Atlantic.
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at December 31, 2025 11:15 AM (JkO4W)
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A Somalian will discover perpetual motion energy source and once again save the white man.
Posted by: MN Dem politicians
Perpetually doing the no work and produce the nothing of value that Americans won't!
Posted by: MN Dem politicians
Perpetually doing the no work and produce the nothing of value that Americans won't!
Posted by: t-bird at December 31, 2025 11:16 AM (NcjJv)
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A Somalian will discover perpetual motion energy source and once again save the white man.
Posted by: MN Dem politicians at December 31, 2025 11:08 AM (KDPiq)
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A deported one, back in Somalia, and the sacredness of Somalia's national boundaries will prevent the exporting of this perpetual motion miracle to the rest of the world.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:10 AM (GBKbO)
Damn! And just when we need it the most.
Posted by: MN Dem politicians at December 31, 2025 11:08 AM (KDPiq)
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A deported one, back in Somalia, and the sacredness of Somalia's national boundaries will prevent the exporting of this perpetual motion miracle to the rest of the world.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:10 AM (GBKbO)
Damn! And just when we need it the most.
Posted by: Dr. Pork Chops & Bacons at December 31, 2025 11:16 AM (g8Ew8)
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How about fewer “own the libs” posts and more, you know, arrests from the WH. Too much to ask for?
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 11:12 AM (9c0bR)
Use techniques your people enjoy. Alinsky 101.
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 11:12 AM (9c0bR)
Use techniques your people enjoy. Alinsky 101.
Posted by: ... at December 31, 2025 11:16 AM (2fdLC)
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53 I read that at first as “record boobs.”
Posted by: Bulg at December 31, 2025 11:16 AM (77rzZ)
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HAPPY FUKKIN' NEW YEAR!!!
Posted by: Xipe Totec at December 31, 2025 11:17 AM (pohLc)
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On a longer timeline: I predict that the new battleship class will never be built.
Posted by: toby928(c)
I was just thinking about posting that. However, I've realized that this is all just Trump controlling the conversation - namely that we need more naval power. In that regard, we might just get something.
Posted by: toby928(c)
I was just thinking about posting that. However, I've realized that this is all just Trump controlling the conversation - namely that we need more naval power. In that regard, we might just get something.
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 11:17 AM (Riz8t)
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Any evaluation of 2025's supposed lack of stunning progress needs to be tempered by the realization that we were REALLY F'ed by the previous admin and the culture that Democrats had infected us with.
Despite Trump's machinations, he just can't snap a finger and reverse all of the damage over the last 4 years - and I'm actually quite pleased with how much progress he's made in fighting back the nonsense regulations. The BBB helps but I agree, congress needs to sh*t or get off the pot.
Despite Trump's machinations, he just can't snap a finger and reverse all of the damage over the last 4 years - and I'm actually quite pleased with how much progress he's made in fighting back the nonsense regulations. The BBB helps but I agree, congress needs to sh*t or get off the pot.
Posted by: Defenestratus at December 31, 2025 11:17 AM (WYStd)
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Ask your doctor if Loin Steel is right for you.
Posted by: Big Farma at December 31, 2025 11:17 AM (2Ez/1)
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67 Any evaluation of 2025's supposed lack of stunning progress needs to be tempered by the realization that we were REALLY F'ed by the previous admin and the culture that Democrats had infected us with.
Despite Trump's machinations, he just can't snap a finger and reverse all of the damage over the last 4 years - and I'm actually quite pleased with how much progress he's made in fighting back the nonsense regulations. The BBB helps but I agree, congress needs to sh*t or get off the pot.
Posted by: Defenestratus at December 31, 2025 11:17 AM (WYStd)
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The Democrats in the Senate called for more roll call votes on appointees than ever in history. This slowed down the business of appointing posts like US Attorneys to a crawl.
The MN USA who started the whole news cycle with his press conference about Somali fraud in the state? Took the role in August.
Despite Trump's machinations, he just can't snap a finger and reverse all of the damage over the last 4 years - and I'm actually quite pleased with how much progress he's made in fighting back the nonsense regulations. The BBB helps but I agree, congress needs to sh*t or get off the pot.
Posted by: Defenestratus at December 31, 2025 11:17 AM (WYStd)
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The Democrats in the Senate called for more roll call votes on appointees than ever in history. This slowed down the business of appointing posts like US Attorneys to a crawl.
The MN USA who started the whole news cycle with his press conference about Somali fraud in the state? Took the role in August.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:18 AM (GBKbO)
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How about fewer “own the libs” posts and more, you know, arrests from the WH. Too much to ask for?
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 11:12 AM (9c0bR)
Yes, because social media interns are the people who would be performing arrests.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM (UmGiD)
Because big, flashy arrests which lead to nothing get some people excited. I want 100 agent raids! I want perp walks! I want show trials! I want spectacle and splendor, bread and circuses. Good governance may be an ongoing benefit but it doesn't make me tingly.
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 11:12 AM (9c0bR)
Yes, because social media interns are the people who would be performing arrests.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM (UmGiD)
Because big, flashy arrests which lead to nothing get some people excited. I want 100 agent raids! I want perp walks! I want show trials! I want spectacle and splendor, bread and circuses. Good governance may be an ongoing benefit but it doesn't make me tingly.
Posted by: I used to have a different nic at December 31, 2025 11:19 AM (ExV1e)
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I was just thinking about posting that. However, I've realized that this is all just Trump controlling the conversation - namely that we need more naval power. In that regard, we might just get something.
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 11:17 AM
Yeah, I think it is, well not a bluff per se, but a psy-op of some kind. It would make more sense to just build some more Ticonderogas or even Burkes, with minor modifications.
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 11:17 AM
Yeah, I think it is, well not a bluff per se, but a psy-op of some kind. It would make more sense to just build some more Ticonderogas or even Burkes, with minor modifications.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:19 AM (jc0TO)
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I'm still alive. I count that as a win.
Posted by: NR Pax at December 31, 2025 11:19 AM (svLOV)
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Joe Mannix asking for 2026 predictions... mostly brunettes with a chance of redheads.
Posted by: t-bird at December 31, 2025 11:20 AM (NcjJv)
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Tee hee. I won't go to jail.
Posted by: Tony Fauci at December 31, 2025 11:20 AM (2Ez/1)
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How about fewer “own the libs” posts and more, you know, arrests from the WH. Too much to ask for?
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 11:12 AM (9c0bR)
Yes, because social media interns are the people who would be performing arrests.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM (UmGiD)
Because big, flashy arrests which lead to nothing get some people excited. I want 100 agent raids! I want perp walks! I want show trials! I want spectacle and splendor, bread and circuses. Good governance may be an ongoing benefit but it doesn't make me tingly.
Posted by: I used to have a different nic at December 31, 2025 11:19 AM (ExV1e)
And the montage of those spinning newspaper headlines!
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 11:12 AM (9c0bR)
Yes, because social media interns are the people who would be performing arrests.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM (UmGiD)
Because big, flashy arrests which lead to nothing get some people excited. I want 100 agent raids! I want perp walks! I want show trials! I want spectacle and splendor, bread and circuses. Good governance may be an ongoing benefit but it doesn't make me tingly.
Posted by: I used to have a different nic at December 31, 2025 11:19 AM (ExV1e)
And the montage of those spinning newspaper headlines!
Posted by: Count de Monet at December 31, 2025 11:20 AM (wVcYX)
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A major prediction for this year that I think is a lock: The Republican Party will betray it's voters.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:20 AM (jc0TO)
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I predict that at least three public officials commit 'suicide' in the coming months.
I predict that there may be a few perp walks and indictments, but no 'big fish' convictions for all of the fraud being discovered.
I predict the left will continue with it's violent ways, including another high-profile assassination attempt.
I predict that Ilhan Omar will not finish 2026 in congress.
I predict that major tax reform will be floated.
I predict that Jasmine Ratchet gets absolutely shit-housed in her Senate bid and ends up on the View or MSNBC
I predict a Rams/Patriots Super Bowl
I predict that Sleepy Joe finally takes a dirt nap and it's the most cringy state funeral ever, and there are no lines at the Capitol to pay respects.
And for the easiest layup prediction, I predict that Keith Richards makes it to 2027.
I predict that there may be a few perp walks and indictments, but no 'big fish' convictions for all of the fraud being discovered.
I predict the left will continue with it's violent ways, including another high-profile assassination attempt.
I predict that Ilhan Omar will not finish 2026 in congress.
I predict that major tax reform will be floated.
I predict that Jasmine Ratchet gets absolutely shit-housed in her Senate bid and ends up on the View or MSNBC
I predict a Rams/Patriots Super Bowl
I predict that Sleepy Joe finally takes a dirt nap and it's the most cringy state funeral ever, and there are no lines at the Capitol to pay respects.
And for the easiest layup prediction, I predict that Keith Richards makes it to 2027.
Posted by: Grapefruit LaCroix at December 31, 2025 11:21 AM (wiUMh)
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73 I'm still alive. I count that as a win.
Posted by: NR Pax at December 31, 2025 11:19 AM (svLOV)
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But do you have a confirmation by an expert?
Posted by: NR Pax at December 31, 2025 11:19 AM (svLOV)
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But do you have a confirmation by an expert?
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at December 31, 2025 11:21 AM (JkO4W)
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Wonder how much fraud exists in red states. Can’t be zero. Certainly less than blue states but it’s there as well.
And I think that’s why nobody on either side ever wants to look too deeply into it.
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 11:17 AM (9c0bR)
Somalis in Ohio. Someone the other day mentioned something about Indians in Texas. It's not just blue states.
And I think that’s why nobody on either side ever wants to look too deeply into it.
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 11:17 AM (9c0bR)
Somalis in Ohio. Someone the other day mentioned something about Indians in Texas. It's not just blue states.
Posted by: I used to have a different nic at December 31, 2025 11:21 AM (ExV1e)
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Prediction: the democrats will do anything, including killing, to prevent it from being stopped. Their entire party apparatus relies on the fraud to fund candidates and pay for get out the vote efforts.
Posted by: Thomas Paine
You mean like this?
Send Tim Walz To Somalia Simulator
I like how he just tries to slide in the phrase “White men commit the most crime” like it’s a given. Here’s the homicide data for the state of Minnesota, and the total crime data for Hennepin county. Not only do white people not commit the most crime, they don’t even commit most of the crimeS
https://x.com/fleshsimulator/status/2006167060095660530
Or this?
What do you mean someone broke in and stole just the payment and enrollment records right before a federal audit?!
https://is.gd/zOcm0R
Posted by: Thomas Paine
You mean like this?
Send Tim Walz To Somalia Simulator
I like how he just tries to slide in the phrase “White men commit the most crime” like it’s a given. Here’s the homicide data for the state of Minnesota, and the total crime data for Hennepin county. Not only do white people not commit the most crime, they don’t even commit most of the crimeS
https://x.com/fleshsimulator/status/2006167060095660530
Or this?
What do you mean someone broke in and stole just the payment and enrollment records right before a federal audit?!
https://is.gd/zOcm0R
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 11:21 AM (Riz8t)
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The beautiful and charming Abby Phillips.
Abby Phillip angrily goes after Nick Shirley and his reporting: “This is about politics."
"But you know, honestly, you knock on the door of a daycare center and you're like, let me in, let me in."
“What do you want people to do in that situation? Open the door and say come on in? When they know that the Somali community is under attack, is being threatened every single day?"
This is CNN.
Abby Phillip angrily goes after Nick Shirley and his reporting: “This is about politics."
"But you know, honestly, you knock on the door of a daycare center and you're like, let me in, let me in."
“What do you want people to do in that situation? Open the door and say come on in? When they know that the Somali community is under attack, is being threatened every single day?"
This is CNN.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:21 AM (L/fGl)
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And the montage of those spinning newspaper headlines!
Posted by: Count de Monet at December 31, 2025 11:20 AM (wVcYX)
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I say...let 'em crash.
And the montage of those spinning newspaper headlines!
Posted by: Count de Monet at December 31, 2025 11:20 AM (wVcYX)
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I say...let 'em crash.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:21 AM (GBKbO)
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This will be my big year!
Posted by: Liz Cheney at December 31, 2025 11:21 AM (JkO4W)
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And no black people will be admitted to my swanky beach club.
Posted by: Sheldon Whitehouse at December 31, 2025 11:22 AM (2Ez/1)
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TJM has, so far, ignored the contributions from great Somali film makers. Bias, or is he waiting for the "hundred dollar handshake"?
Posted by: Grift, Top To Bottom at December 31, 2025 11:22 AM (oftw2)
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I could use some blue cities burning again this year.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:22 AM (jc0TO)
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MP4, you’re retiring soon, right? How can that not be a good thing?
Posted by: Bulg at December 31, 2025 11:13 AM (77rzZ)
True, but. . .catch me on the Book Thread on Sunday. I'll expand on what I mean.
Posted by: Bulg at December 31, 2025 11:13 AM (77rzZ)
True, but. . .catch me on the Book Thread on Sunday. I'll expand on what I mean.
Posted by: Mentalo at December 31, 2025 11:23 AM (ufSfZ)
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53 I read that at first as “record boobs.”
Posted by: Bulg at December 31, 2025 11:16 AM (77rzZ)
Abudanza!
Posted by: Bulg at December 31, 2025 11:16 AM (77rzZ)
Abudanza!
Posted by: Count de Monet at December 31, 2025 11:23 AM (wVcYX)
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Somalis in Ohio. Someone the other day mentioned something about Indians in Texas. It's not just blue states.
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Just more Blessings of Diversity!
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Just more Blessings of Diversity!
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at December 31, 2025 11:23 AM (JkO4W)
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86 TJM has, so far, ignored the contributions from great Somali film makers. Bias, or is he waiting for the "hundred dollar handshake"?
Posted by: Grift, Top To Bottom at December 31, 2025 11:22 AM (oftw2)
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As they say around the Texas Legislature, if you can't drink their whiskey, screw their women, take their money, and vote against 'em anyway, you don't belong in office.
Posted by: Grift, Top To Bottom at December 31, 2025 11:22 AM (oftw2)
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As they say around the Texas Legislature, if you can't drink their whiskey, screw their women, take their money, and vote against 'em anyway, you don't belong in office.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:23 AM (GBKbO)
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My feet are cold. I guess it is time to pull out the big furry slippers.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:24 AM (jc0TO)
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Retardoman!
Governor Tim Walz
@GovTimWalz
This is Trump’s long game.
We’ve spent years cracking down on fraudsters. It’s a serious issue - but this has been his plan all along.
He’s politicizing the issue to defund programs that help Minnesotans.
Governor Tim Walz
@GovTimWalz
This is Trump’s long game.
We’ve spent years cracking down on fraudsters. It’s a serious issue - but this has been his plan all along.
He’s politicizing the issue to defund programs that help Minnesotans.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:24 AM (L/fGl)
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Hopefully no one eats us.
Posted by: The cats and dogs of Springfield, Ohio at December 31, 2025 11:24 AM (2Ez/1)
Posted by: Tonypete at December 31, 2025 11:24 AM (cYBz/)
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93 Retardoman!
Governor Tim Walz
@GovTimWalz
This is Trump’s long game.
We’ve spent years cracking down on fraudsters. It’s a serious issue - but this has been his plan all along.
He’s politicizing the issue to defund programs that help Minnesotans.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:24 AM (L/fGl)
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It's just weird how during this period of cracking down, the fraud got materially worse.
Governor Tim Walz
@GovTimWalz
This is Trump’s long game.
We’ve spent years cracking down on fraudsters. It’s a serious issue - but this has been his plan all along.
He’s politicizing the issue to defund programs that help Minnesotans.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:24 AM (L/fGl)
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It's just weird how during this period of cracking down, the fraud got materially worse.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:25 AM (GBKbO)
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I predict that Sleepy Joe finally takes a dirt nap and it's the most cringy state funeral ever, and there are no lines at the Capitol to pay respects.
I think you're forgetting about the guy sitting outside the Capitol and holding a cup with some pencils for sale and a sign:
"Joe Biden needs a library. Won't you help?"
I think you're forgetting about the guy sitting outside the Capitol and holding a cup with some pencils for sale and a sign:
"Joe Biden needs a library. Won't you help?"
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 11:25 AM (Riz8t)
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POKER MONKEY
POKER MONKEY
Posted by: IllTemperedCur at December 31, 2025 11:25 AM (y9nCu)
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Thx Joe
Life is like a box of chocolates , you never know what you'll get - F. Gump, smarter than Walz
Life is like a box of chocolates , you never know what you'll get - F. Gump, smarter than Walz
Posted by: Smell the Glove at December 31, 2025 11:26 AM (zNwXb)
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My children spent their formative years in a gas station/smoke shop/daycare. They are both productive citizens now and will be out on Work Release in the coming months.
Posted by: Harry@Halfway House at December 31, 2025 11:26 AM (oftw2)
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It's just weird how during this period of cracking down, the fraud got materially worse.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:25 AM (GBKbO)
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While he was cracking down some of his minions happened to leave the door to the vault wide open.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:25 AM (GBKbO)
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While he was cracking down some of his minions happened to leave the door to the vault wide open.
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at December 31, 2025 11:27 AM (JkO4W)
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75 Tee hee. I won't go to jail.
Posted by: Tony Fauci
I take comfort knowing that when he's dead, the final judge will not be fooled by his "Aw, shucks" demeanor or tolerate his arrogance.
Posted by: Tony Fauci
I take comfort knowing that when he's dead, the final judge will not be fooled by his "Aw, shucks" demeanor or tolerate his arrogance.
Posted by: NR Pax at December 31, 2025 11:27 AM (svLOV)
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Personally, 2025 for me will represent perhaps the saddest day of my life (9/10) -- which led to the most spiritual experience of my life (attending the Charlie Kirk Memorial Service in Glendale, AZ on 9/21).
Politically, it was a welcome -- likely temporary -- reprieve from complete destruction and societal & economic collapse of The West in general and American in particular (dodged that bullet with some white hat patriots preventing another stolen election and getting Trump back in the White House).
But if in the future the D's steal The White House once again -- I'm fairly certain we're good and proper fucked ...
Politically, it was a welcome -- likely temporary -- reprieve from complete destruction and societal & economic collapse of The West in general and American in particular (dodged that bullet with some white hat patriots preventing another stolen election and getting Trump back in the White House).
But if in the future the D's steal The White House once again -- I'm fairly certain we're good and proper fucked ...
Posted by: ShainS -- Make Lustration Great Again! at December 31, 2025 11:27 AM (H+zHM)
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Governor Tim Walz
@GovTimWalz
This is Trump’s long game.
We’ve spent years cracking down on fraudsters.
Given how much ongoing fraud has been uncovered, even if it were true (which it isn't), it's not the flex you think it is.
@GovTimWalz
This is Trump’s long game.
We’ve spent years cracking down on fraudsters.
Given how much ongoing fraud has been uncovered, even if it were true (which it isn't), it's not the flex you think it is.
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 11:27 AM (Riz8t)
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I predict that Sleepy Joe finally takes a dirt nap and it's the most cringy state funeral ever, and there are no lines at the Capitol to pay respects.
People lined up for History's Greatest Monster Jimmy Carter. They will come for Slow Joe.
Like disaster tourists.
People lined up for History's Greatest Monster Jimmy Carter. They will come for Slow Joe.
Like disaster tourists.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:28 AM (jc0TO)
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Nostradamus Mannix is pulling all of the restrains in this one.
I'm not completely convinced until he frees the nipple.
I'm not completely convinced until he frees the nipple.
Posted by: Rev. Wishbone at December 31, 2025 11:28 AM (nljXp)
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Happy New Year.
My favorite Babylon Bee headline for 2025 was the "Von Trapp Family Crosses Alps Into Switzerland to Escape Free Speech."
Pulled quote "How do you solve a problem like Maria?" Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himler asked. "Throw them in free speech camps, of course."
Hoping to economy continues to grow but also worried that this being an important mid-term for Trump, nefarious types will do what they can to cripple our "precious economy. "
Gonna keep gas tank above half full for a while and freezer topped off .
My favorite Babylon Bee headline for 2025 was the "Von Trapp Family Crosses Alps Into Switzerland to Escape Free Speech."
Pulled quote "How do you solve a problem like Maria?" Reichsführer-SS Heinrich Himler asked. "Throw them in free speech camps, of course."
Hoping to economy continues to grow but also worried that this being an important mid-term for Trump, nefarious types will do what they can to cripple our "precious economy. "
Gonna keep gas tank above half full for a while and freezer topped off .
Posted by: Rex B at December 31, 2025 11:29 AM (C9oTe)
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My feet are cold. I guess it is time to pull out the big furry slippers.
Posted by: toby928(c)
My hat is old, my teeth are gold.
I have a bird I like to hold.
My shoe is off, my foot is cold.
My shoe is off, my foot is cold.
I have a bird I like to hold.
My hat is old, my teeth are gold.
-- Zombie Dr. Seuss
And now my story is all told.
Posted by: toby928(c)
My hat is old, my teeth are gold.
I have a bird I like to hold.
My shoe is off, my foot is cold.
My shoe is off, my foot is cold.
I have a bird I like to hold.
My hat is old, my teeth are gold.
-- Zombie Dr. Seuss
And now my story is all told.
Posted by: Tonypete at December 31, 2025 11:29 AM (cYBz/)
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Here's my 2026 prediction.
On the Somali fraud in multiple states...only the actual front business license owner will be punished, lightly, and no deportations. No Dem, or politico enabling it will get punished at all.
Hope I'm wrong.
Here's my 2026 prediction.
On the Somali fraud in multiple states...only the actual front business license owner will be punished, lightly, and no deportations. No Dem, or politico enabling it will get punished at all.
Hope I'm wrong.
Posted by: BifBewalski - at December 31, 2025 11:29 AM (QVmho)
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OK, I must sign off. Hope you all have a lovely day. I've got some serious drinking to do.
And yes, I said 'drinking.' I'll explain some other time.
And yes, I said 'drinking.' I'll explain some other time.
Posted by: Mentalo at December 31, 2025 11:29 AM (ufSfZ)
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 11:29 AM (Riz8t)
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92 My feet are cold. I guess it is time to pull out the big furry slippers.
Posted by: toby928(c)
My patented MYSlippers are suede with a nice gel insert. Toasty warm. Also, did you know I'm running to take Walz job away from him?
Posted by: toby928(c)
My patented MYSlippers are suede with a nice gel insert. Toasty warm. Also, did you know I'm running to take Walz job away from him?
Posted by: Mike Lindell, In MN at December 31, 2025 11:30 AM (oftw2)
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 11:30 AM (Riz8t)
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26 For 2026 I'm predicting - a roaring economy with we thinking people becoming even more boldly American..”
I disagree in part, and agree in part. I predict that in 2026 we will see a very unusual bifurcated economy; I expect California and the rest of the left coast to drop into near-depression levels of activity, while the center of the country and especially the South experiences one of the greatest economic booms that has been seen.
But the national numbers will be hard to read when those two extremes are averaged into each other.
How do you average the effects of $1.99 gas in Texas at the same time there is $10 per gallon gas in California? That shouldn’t be possible, but it looks like it’s going to happen.
I disagree in part, and agree in part. I predict that in 2026 we will see a very unusual bifurcated economy; I expect California and the rest of the left coast to drop into near-depression levels of activity, while the center of the country and especially the South experiences one of the greatest economic booms that has been seen.
But the national numbers will be hard to read when those two extremes are averaged into each other.
How do you average the effects of $1.99 gas in Texas at the same time there is $10 per gallon gas in California? That shouldn’t be possible, but it looks like it’s going to happen.
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 31, 2025 11:30 AM (m7iZ5)
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2025 was a personal mixed bag, so I guess it tracks.
Praying 2026 builds on the good, for all of us.
Praying 2026 builds on the good, for all of us.
Posted by: Brother Tim (102mm/W59), Keeper of the Tim Continuum at December 31, 2025 11:31 AM (OUMaO)
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My patented MYSlippers are suede with a nice gel insert. Toasty warm. Also, did you know I'm running to take Walz job away from him?
Posted by: Mike Lindell, In MN
I bought a pair of those because honestly, I have nothing against Mike Lindell and the price was good.
They are fragile as hell. About 1-2 months of normal wear and the soles crack, spilling that gel insert out. They do replace things quickly but after the second time I just gave up.
Posted by: Mike Lindell, In MN
I bought a pair of those because honestly, I have nothing against Mike Lindell and the price was good.
They are fragile as hell. About 1-2 months of normal wear and the soles crack, spilling that gel insert out. They do replace things quickly but after the second time I just gave up.
Posted by: NR Pax at December 31, 2025 11:31 AM (svLOV)
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And now my story is all told.
Posted by: Tonypete at December 31, 2025 11:29 AM (cYBz/)
lol that was my first thought, I’ve read that story to two generations of children.
Posted by: Tonypete at December 31, 2025 11:29 AM (cYBz/)
lol that was my first thought, I’ve read that story to two generations of children.
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 31, 2025 11:31 AM (m7iZ5)
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:32 AM (L/fGl)
Posted by: Mr Aspirin Factory, red heifer owner at December 31, 2025 11:32 AM (qdgGI)
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Just watched an ABC News video clip.
It's all about "the video". Trump is cutting off $185M in federal funding for childcare because of "allegations" in a "video" posted on social media by a "self-proclaimed" independent "journalist". Governor Tim Walz is "firing back", saying "fighting fraud" was his plan all along. "None of the centers were accused of fraud by 'authorities'". "None of this is new" "Our affiliate has been covering it for months"
Not a word about the federal multi-agency task force that has been conducting investigations in the state for nearly a year, or FBI Director Kash Patel's direct involvement that has led to dozens of arrests, indictments, and guilty pleas. Not A Word. ABC is trash.
It's all about "the video". Trump is cutting off $185M in federal funding for childcare because of "allegations" in a "video" posted on social media by a "self-proclaimed" independent "journalist". Governor Tim Walz is "firing back", saying "fighting fraud" was his plan all along. "None of the centers were accused of fraud by 'authorities'". "None of this is new" "Our affiliate has been covering it for months"
Not a word about the federal multi-agency task force that has been conducting investigations in the state for nearly a year, or FBI Director Kash Patel's direct involvement that has led to dozens of arrests, indictments, and guilty pleas. Not A Word. ABC is trash.
Posted by: mrp at December 31, 2025 11:32 AM (rj6Yv)
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And for the easiest layup prediction, I predict that Keith Richards makes it to 2027.
Posted by: Grapefruit LaCroix at December 31, 2025 11:21 AM (wiUMh)
No kidding. He crushed 17 of our uncles and snorted their ground up carapaces as health food.
And for the easiest layup prediction, I predict that Keith Richards makes it to 2027.
Posted by: Grapefruit LaCroix at December 31, 2025 11:21 AM (wiUMh)
No kidding. He crushed 17 of our uncles and snorted their ground up carapaces as health food.
Posted by: The Cockroaches at December 31, 2025 11:32 AM (y9nCu)
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Tee hee. I won't go to jail.
Posted by: Tony Fauci
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Your head in a sealed box. Hungry sand flies. Much disassembly required.
Posted by: Tony Fauci
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Your head in a sealed box. Hungry sand flies. Much disassembly required.
Posted by: ShainS -- Make Lustration Great Again! at December 31, 2025 11:32 AM (H+zHM)
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What do you all see for the coming year?
I have already submitted my resume to Lord Humungous. We will see
I have already submitted my resume to Lord Humungous. We will see
Posted by: Azjaeger at December 31, 2025 11:32 AM (3/XaG)
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I disagree in part, and agree in part. I predict that in 2026 we will see a very unusual bifurcated economy; I expect California and the rest of the left coast to drop into near-depression levels of activity, while the center of the country and especially the South experiences one of the greatest economic booms that has been seen.
But the national numbers will be hard to read when those two extremes are averaged into each other.
So an inversion of when the coasts were roaring while the rest withered on the vine? Honestly, that feels like karmic justice to me.
But the national numbers will be hard to read when those two extremes are averaged into each other.
So an inversion of when the coasts were roaring while the rest withered on the vine? Honestly, that feels like karmic justice to me.
Posted by: Brother Tim (102mm/W59), Keeper of the Tim Continuum at December 31, 2025 11:32 AM (OUMaO)
Posted by: PabloD at December 31, 2025 11:32 AM (tfChy)
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Upon further review, Tom Servo, I believe you are correct.
My bias is I don't include the Blue areas within my definition of 'America'. It's my blind spot, to be sure, but yes - you're idea of a bifurcated recovery is mine too.
My bias is I don't include the Blue areas within my definition of 'America'. It's my blind spot, to be sure, but yes - you're idea of a bifurcated recovery is mine too.
Posted by: Tonypete at December 31, 2025 11:33 AM (cYBz/)
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I'm gonna open a learing center for childens in 2026. Gotta get me some blackout blinds first,
I zoomed into a how-to seminar that took place in Mogadishu to lear how to do it.
I zoomed into a how-to seminar that took place in Mogadishu to lear how to do it.
Posted by: M. Gaga at December 31, 2025 11:33 AM (nYRtL)
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If gas hits $10/gal on the west coast, shouldn't the interstates be full of tanker trucks from the Greater Texas Coprosperity Sphere heading west?
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:35 AM (jc0TO)
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They are fragile as hell. About 1-2 months of normal wear and the soles crack, spilling that gel insert out. They do replace things quickly but after the second time I just gave up.
Posted by: NR Pax
I've had mine for 5 years and they still are like new. Are you walking in Lava or broken glass?
Posted by: NR Pax
I've had mine for 5 years and they still are like new. Are you walking in Lava or broken glass?
Posted by: Happy Camper at December 31, 2025 11:35 AM (oftw2)
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A major prediction for this year that I think is a lock: The Republican Party will betray it's voters.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:20 AM (jc0TO)
Ah, c'mon, man. That's way too easy.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:20 AM (jc0TO)
Ah, c'mon, man. That's way too easy.
Posted by: Dr. Pork Chops & Bacons at December 31, 2025 11:35 AM (g8Ew8)
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People lined up for History's Greatest Monster Jimmy Carter. They will come for Slow Joe.
Like disaster tourists.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:28 AM (jc0TO)
They lined up to make damned sure that the rumors of death were true.
People lined up for History's Greatest Monster Jimmy Carter. They will come for Slow Joe.
Like disaster tourists.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:28 AM (jc0TO)
They lined up to make damned sure that the rumors of death were true.
Posted by: IllTemperedCur at December 31, 2025 11:36 AM (y9nCu)
Posted by: Mike Hammer, etc., etc. at December 31, 2025 11:36 AM (XeU6L)
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124 What do you all see for the coming year?
on a national scale: more wailing and gnashing of teeth from the commie leftards
on the personal front: I have a great feeling about the coming year. I could not wait for 2025 to be over with and in the rear view mirror. I didn't even get into the Christmas spirit this year because I just wanted the month and year to be OVER
on a national scale: more wailing and gnashing of teeth from the commie leftards
on the personal front: I have a great feeling about the coming year. I could not wait for 2025 to be over with and in the rear view mirror. I didn't even get into the Christmas spirit this year because I just wanted the month and year to be OVER
Posted by: kallisto at December 31, 2025 11:37 AM (dCxaZ)
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This is the guy Keir Starmer was 'delighted' to have back home.
GB News
@GBNEWS
'Zionists are out to get me', says Alaa Abd El-Fattah as he claims his words calling British people 'dogs and monkeys' have been 'twisted'
GB News
@GBNEWS
'Zionists are out to get me', says Alaa Abd El-Fattah as he claims his words calling British people 'dogs and monkeys' have been 'twisted'
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:38 AM (L/fGl)
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I think the scale of the fraud is going to be astounding. I'm betting the majority of the federal budget is fraud, if it isn't all of it. And I still contend it will be the single largest transfer of wealth in history.
And that transfer is from us, to them. "Them" being the political class. Both Democrats and Republicans. Who then piss it away on various vanity projects and schemes to make more money and make us poorer.
We're being subjugated. Daily. Had the wealth not been stolen we'd likely have had the wherewithal to stop what they've been doing to us. So, in that respect their plan worked.
And that transfer is from us, to them. "Them" being the political class. Both Democrats and Republicans. Who then piss it away on various vanity projects and schemes to make more money and make us poorer.
We're being subjugated. Daily. Had the wealth not been stolen we'd likely have had the wherewithal to stop what they've been doing to us. So, in that respect their plan worked.
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 31, 2025 11:39 AM (NwnyJ)
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My prediction: they will finally try real communism in NYC!
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:39 AM (L/fGl)
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Not A Word. ABC is trash.
Posted by: mrp at December 31, 2025 11:32 AM (rj6Yv)
it's only the superannuated who view the legacy broadcast "news" programs. The Minnesota fraud has exploded on New Media.
Even Dr. Todd Grande, who usually sticks to True Crime subjects, did a report on the issue. He has over a million followers on YouTube alone
Posted by: mrp at December 31, 2025 11:32 AM (rj6Yv)
it's only the superannuated who view the legacy broadcast "news" programs. The Minnesota fraud has exploded on New Media.
Even Dr. Todd Grande, who usually sticks to True Crime subjects, did a report on the issue. He has over a million followers on YouTube alone
Posted by: kallisto at December 31, 2025 11:39 AM (dCxaZ)
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:40 AM (QZThv)
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69 Wonder how much fraud exists in red states. Can’t be zero. Certainly less than blue states but it’s there as well.
And I think that’s why nobody on either side ever wants to look too deeply into it.
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 11:17 AM (9c0bR)
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Musk recently stated that the opposition to DOGE was about 80% to 90% from the Democrats (with Musk stating that it was probably closer to 80% than 90%), and the GOP elements were quite assertive in opposing DOGE's efforts.
So the amount of fraud in red states has to be significant. Not all of the red states, but Georgia and Arizona would be two to look at closely.
And I think that’s why nobody on either side ever wants to look too deeply into it.
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 11:17 AM (9c0bR)
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Musk recently stated that the opposition to DOGE was about 80% to 90% from the Democrats (with Musk stating that it was probably closer to 80% than 90%), and the GOP elements were quite assertive in opposing DOGE's efforts.
So the amount of fraud in red states has to be significant. Not all of the red states, but Georgia and Arizona would be two to look at closely.
Posted by: Sasquatch, the Original Trans-Wookie at December 31, 2025 11:40 AM (4GFH7)
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This year, I want MTG to not only show me her pumped up steroid titties, but her tight ass and shaven snootch. Make it so.
Posted by: Rev. Wishbone at December 31, 2025 11:40 AM (nljXp)
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In one year, Self Propelled Q Tip Congresswoman Omar increased her wealth to the tune of $30 million. Nothing to see here, just move on.
Posted by: bill in arkansas, not gonna comply with nuttin, waiting for the 0300 knock on the door at December 31, 2025 11:41 AM (gm9Sb)
Posted by: Just turn it off at December 31, 2025 11:41 AM (2Ez/1)
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What do you all see for the coming year?
Hopefully another New Year's review and scorecard.
Also, I think the fraud story is at a tipping point. I believe it is far worse than we even know now and the left is going to dig in hard trying to kill it. Threats of legal action, accusations of racism, you name it. The harder they fight it, the worse it really is. If it is fully exposed, it will destroy a lot of people and shake the very core of the nation.
Buckle up Hordemates.
Hopefully another New Year's review and scorecard.
Also, I think the fraud story is at a tipping point. I believe it is far worse than we even know now and the left is going to dig in hard trying to kill it. Threats of legal action, accusations of racism, you name it. The harder they fight it, the worse it really is. If it is fully exposed, it will destroy a lot of people and shake the very core of the nation.
Buckle up Hordemates.
Posted by: Diogenes at December 31, 2025 11:41 AM (2WIwB)
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129 If gas hits $10/gal on the west coast, shouldn't the interstates be full of tanker trucks from the Greater Texas Coprosperity Sphere heading west?
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:35 AM (jc0TO)
The rental differential on U-Hauls going from TX to CA vs the other way ought to be incentive for some enterprising individuals.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:35 AM (jc0TO)
The rental differential on U-Hauls going from TX to CA vs the other way ought to be incentive for some enterprising individuals.
Posted by: Rex B at December 31, 2025 11:42 AM (C9oTe)
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OK, I must sign off. Hope you all have a lovely day. I've got some serious drinking to do.
And yes, I said 'drinking.' I'll explain some other time.
Posted by: Mentalo at December 31, 2025 11:29 AM (ufSfZ)
Drinking that awful shit for a New Year's Day colonoscopy I see. Want to start the new year clean as a whistle.
And yes, I said 'drinking.' I'll explain some other time.
Posted by: Mentalo at December 31, 2025 11:29 AM (ufSfZ)
Drinking that awful shit for a New Year's Day colonoscopy I see. Want to start the new year clean as a whistle.
Posted by: Dr. Pork Chops & Bacons at December 31, 2025 11:42 AM (g8Ew8)
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I know most want prosecutions, but just keep uncovering insanity like this fraud and the midterms will come the Republicans way. The Republicans could screw up a wet dream , but get the Dems fighting each other and the old guard will collapse. With that people will look at the younger crazies band say "no way"
Posted by: Smell the Glove at December 31, 2025 11:43 AM (zNwXb)
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Israel always looks problematic, but I’ll argue that they are in fact stronger today, and in a far better position than they have ever been since 1948.
Do they still have vicious enemies wishing them harm? Of course they do, and will have til the end of this world. But consider that just over 2 years ago, they were surrounded by 6 armies all potentially wiling to attack. Now look how that played out:
Egypt - wisely decided to opt out. Not a friend, but engaged in no hostilities.
Jordan - same as Egypt.
Hamas - surrounded and badly degraded. Still dangerous, but their missile force is gone, as well as at least half of their operatives, and most of their leadership.
Lebanon/Hezbollah - leadership decapitated, much of the missile stores destroyed. Still dangerous, but like Hamas, contained.
Syria - a perennial enemy, and the biggest surprise. Government destroyed, old Syrian Army completely collapsed and gone. New Syria is still problematic, but does not have a fraction of the power old Syria had.
And Iran - the greatest enemy of all, and now humiliated, defeated in battle, and on the verge of internal collapse.
Israel is doing quite well.
Do they still have vicious enemies wishing them harm? Of course they do, and will have til the end of this world. But consider that just over 2 years ago, they were surrounded by 6 armies all potentially wiling to attack. Now look how that played out:
Egypt - wisely decided to opt out. Not a friend, but engaged in no hostilities.
Jordan - same as Egypt.
Hamas - surrounded and badly degraded. Still dangerous, but their missile force is gone, as well as at least half of their operatives, and most of their leadership.
Lebanon/Hezbollah - leadership decapitated, much of the missile stores destroyed. Still dangerous, but like Hamas, contained.
Syria - a perennial enemy, and the biggest surprise. Government destroyed, old Syrian Army completely collapsed and gone. New Syria is still problematic, but does not have a fraction of the power old Syria had.
And Iran - the greatest enemy of all, and now humiliated, defeated in battle, and on the verge of internal collapse.
Israel is doing quite well.
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 31, 2025 11:44 AM (m7iZ5)
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I saw a picture on X of a liberal column in Australia with the headline formatted like so:
‘Coach’ Walz has the runs –
and lessons – on the board to
stare down Trump and Co.
So Walz is not leaving the toilet any time soon?
‘Coach’ Walz has the runs –
and lessons – on the board to
stare down Trump and Co.
So Walz is not leaving the toilet any time soon?
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:44 AM (QZThv)
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If it turns out that the GOP loses the House, then Trump should concentrate his efforts on investigating and prosecuting as many Democrats (and Republicans) as possible.
Just stick it to them as often and as hard as possible. Of course, this is something Trump should do even if the GOP wins control of Congress, but if not, then make it the main focus of his last two years.
Just stick it to them as often and as hard as possible. Of course, this is something Trump should do even if the GOP wins control of Congress, but if not, then make it the main focus of his last two years.
Posted by: Sasquatch, the Original Trans-Wookie at December 31, 2025 11:44 AM (4GFH7)
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You need guardrails to stop misinformation from creeping in.
CNN has already gone after
@nickshirleyy, attempting to write off his reporting in Minnesota and lamenting his lack of “fact checks” and “guardrails.”
I’m not sure I would hang my hat on the legacy media’s “fact checks” or “guardrails” but at least CNN accurately reported that only the Right appears to be concerned about stopping the massive fraud in Minnesota and beyond.
CNN has already gone after
@nickshirleyy, attempting to write off his reporting in Minnesota and lamenting his lack of “fact checks” and “guardrails.”
I’m not sure I would hang my hat on the legacy media’s “fact checks” or “guardrails” but at least CNN accurately reported that only the Right appears to be concerned about stopping the massive fraud in Minnesota and beyond.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:44 AM (L/fGl)
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146 Open a gas station in Yuma or Bullhead City AZ. Post your gas price as required, but post a disclaimer that it doesn't apply to CA plates. When they pull up, send out an auctioneer.
Posted by: bill in arkansas, not gonna comply with nuttin, waiting for the 0300 knock on the door at December 31, 2025 11:44 AM (gm9Sb)
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" Predictions are hard, especially about the future." -- Yogi Berra
You were 100% spot on about "tons of court battles". Those battles may have held up progress in the culture wars; certainly, they take time and energy that could be used in better ways.
Judicial insurrection. SCOTUS and Congress stand by with their thumb up their rear ends.
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You were 100% spot on about "tons of court battles". Those battles may have held up progress in the culture wars; certainly, they take time and energy that could be used in better ways.
Judicial insurrection. SCOTUS and Congress stand by with their thumb up their rear ends.
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Posted by: JM in Illinois at December 31, 2025 11:44 AM (lWL3x)
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Posted by: Rev. Wishbone
Pretty sure if you can host a podcast with a couple dozen followers she’ll be down for it.
Pretty sure if you can host a podcast with a couple dozen followers she’ll be down for it.
Posted by: Kratwurst at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM (tmARj)
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Also, I think the fraud story is at a tipping point. I believe it is far worse than we even know now and the left is going to dig in hard trying to kill it.
A female Washington state congresscunt just filed a bill that would make it illegal to audit daycare centers.
A female Washington state congresscunt just filed a bill that would make it illegal to audit daycare centers.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM (QZThv)
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If it turns out that the GOP loses the House, then Trump should concentrate his efforts on investigating and prosecuting as many Democrats (and Republicans) as possible.
Just stick it to them as often and as hard as possible. Of course, this is something Trump should do even if the GOP wins control of Congress, but if not, then make it the main focus of his last two years.
It's a distraction!!!
Just stick it to them as often and as hard as possible. Of course, this is something Trump should do even if the GOP wins control of Congress, but if not, then make it the main focus of his last two years.
It's a distraction!!!
Posted by: Dems at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM (Riz8t)
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You can't make this sht up. From Ismail Royer (no idea whom that is) via Mpls Crime Watch on X
The Minneapolis daycare center targeted by this tweet, Nokomis Daycare Center, received telephone threats of violence & was broken into last night & vandalized, & checkbooks & parents’ documents were stolen.
LOL. What a stunning coincidence! I mean those burglars are always going after parent's documents! I am sure it was just a coinkiydink.
The Minneapolis daycare center targeted by this tweet, Nokomis Daycare Center, received telephone threats of violence & was broken into last night & vandalized, & checkbooks & parents’ documents were stolen.
LOL. What a stunning coincidence! I mean those burglars are always going after parent's documents! I am sure it was just a coinkiydink.
Posted by: Minnfidel at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM (4p0Xq)
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Has CNN found the plane yet?
Posted by: I gotta ask at December 31, 2025 11:46 AM (2Ez/1)
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148 I know most want prosecutions, but just keep uncovering insanity like this fraud and the midterms will come the Republicans way. The Republicans could screw up a wet dream , but get the Dems fighting each other and the old guard will collapse. With that people will look at the younger crazies band say "no way"
Posted by: Smell the Glove at December 31, 2025 11:43 AM (zNwXb)
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The Congressional General Ballot right now, the average, is D+3.9.
Standard move from this point the year before to election day is R+3.3.
You know what the general ballot was at this point in 2017?
D+12.9.
And the 2020 redrawing brought the number of House seats that are actually winnable by the other parties down to a couple of dozen.
Posted by: Smell the Glove at December 31, 2025 11:43 AM (zNwXb)
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The Congressional General Ballot right now, the average, is D+3.9.
Standard move from this point the year before to election day is R+3.3.
You know what the general ballot was at this point in 2017?
D+12.9.
And the 2020 redrawing brought the number of House seats that are actually winnable by the other parties down to a couple of dozen.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:46 AM (GBKbO)
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"Just watched an ABC News video clip."
I think I've found your problem.
Posted by: Just turn it off at December 31, 2025 11:41 AM (2Ez/1)
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Yeah, the thumbnail popped up on my MSN aggregator, which I use to keep track of commie outrage (no shortage of that, and often instructive for matters concerning tactical coverage). I haven't watched a network evening newscast in years.
I think I've found your problem.
Posted by: Just turn it off at December 31, 2025 11:41 AM (2Ez/1)
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Yeah, the thumbnail popped up on my MSN aggregator, which I use to keep track of commie outrage (no shortage of that, and often instructive for matters concerning tactical coverage). I haven't watched a network evening newscast in years.
Posted by: mrp at December 31, 2025 11:46 AM (rj6Yv)
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So like 2025 itself, my crystal ball was a mixed bag!
Krystal Ball the political analyst scores below 2/7
Krystal Ball the political analyst scores below 2/7
Posted by: Admiral Ackbar at December 31, 2025 11:46 AM (ycI94)
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A female Washington state congresscunt just filed a bill that would make it illegal to audit daycare centers.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM
I am for it. As long as it's also accompanied by a law making it illegal to audit my returns. Fair deal.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM
I am for it. As long as it's also accompanied by a law making it illegal to audit my returns. Fair deal.
Posted by: Minnfidel at December 31, 2025 11:47 AM (4p0Xq)
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LOL. What a stunning coincidence! I mean those burglars are always going after parent's documents! I am sure it was just a coinkiydink.
On X, the thread replying to that Ismail guy is mostly pictures of Jussie Smolett, with the occasional Dave Chappell video.
On X, the thread replying to that Ismail guy is mostly pictures of Jussie Smolett, with the occasional Dave Chappell video.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:47 AM (QZThv)
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Magnesium Shitrate is a little tart, but you can make a decent Screwdriver with it. You'll be more than shitfaced.
Posted by: Guy Who Sez "Shit" A Lot at December 31, 2025 11:47 AM (oftw2)
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146 129 If gas hits $10/gal on the west coast, shouldn't the interstates be full of tanker trucks from the Greater Texas Coprosperity Sphere heading west?
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:35 AM (jc0TO)
Yes - but it’s hard to get a grasp on the sheer volume of tankers needed. Tanker trucks are already busy on other routes, there aren’t enough surplus tanker trucks in existence to make a difference.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:35 AM (jc0TO)
Yes - but it’s hard to get a grasp on the sheer volume of tankers needed. Tanker trucks are already busy on other routes, there aren’t enough surplus tanker trucks in existence to make a difference.
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 31, 2025 11:48 AM (m7iZ5)
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Gospel truth?
Brian Krassenstein
@krassenstein
“Somali fraud” is the new “Haitians are eating our cats and dogs”.
It’s all just racists putting forth Racist dog whistles and trying to paint an entire group of people based off of single events or rumors of events.
Brian Krassenstein
@krassenstein
“Somali fraud” is the new “Haitians are eating our cats and dogs”.
It’s all just racists putting forth Racist dog whistles and trying to paint an entire group of people based off of single events or rumors of events.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:48 AM (L/fGl)
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My prediction. Republicans are going to hold and gain 5 house seats and hold the Senate. The economy is going to click along at 3.8% or better and the interest on the debt will fall below 1 trillion.
Posted by: Ben Had at December 31, 2025 11:48 AM (sDNVV)
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Bondi's DOJ has proven to be shockingly and stupidly anti-2A.
You aren't paying attention. The DOJ has been very good at protecting the 2A against the states. It is also protecting existing federal laws. Some of those laws are clearly unconstitutional, like the NFA and the 1000 yard school zone law, but the DOJ protects those existing Federal laws because federal courts require cases in controversy to hear anything. If her DOJ agreed not to enforce those federal laws, the next Communist DOJ could simply enforce them with VIGOR and we can never get a SCOTUS ruling to make them go away permanently.
You aren't paying attention. The DOJ has been very good at protecting the 2A against the states. It is also protecting existing federal laws. Some of those laws are clearly unconstitutional, like the NFA and the 1000 yard school zone law, but the DOJ protects those existing Federal laws because federal courts require cases in controversy to hear anything. If her DOJ agreed not to enforce those federal laws, the next Communist DOJ could simply enforce them with VIGOR and we can never get a SCOTUS ruling to make them go away permanently.
Posted by: An Observation sez Trump is my President at December 31, 2025 11:49 AM (Da7Vv)
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I know most want prosecutions, but just keep uncovering insanity like this fraud and the midterms will come the Republicans way.
Only if half the fraud is uncovered. That's what why the Republicans are fighting it so hard.
Only if half the fraud is uncovered. That's what why the Republicans are fighting it so hard.
Posted by: t-bird at December 31, 2025 11:49 AM (NcjJv)
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How do you average the effects of $1.99 gas in Texas at the same time there is $10 per gallon gas in California? That shouldn’t be possible, but it looks like it’s going to happen.
Posted by: Tom Servo
Put the same STATE taxes on Kali gas as Texas gas and watch the price come down.
Posted by: Tom Servo
Put the same STATE taxes on Kali gas as Texas gas and watch the price come down.
Posted by: rickb223 at December 31, 2025 11:49 AM (QGRvm)
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168 Gospel truth?
Brian Krassenstein
@krassenstein
“Somali fraud” is the new “Haitians are eating our cats and dogs”.
It’s all just racists putting forth Racist dog whistles and trying to paint an entire group of people based off of single events or rumors of events.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:48 AM (L/fGl)
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And the "they're eating the cats and dogs"...worked.
Why?
Because people didn't ask for the population of Haiti to enter America under Biden. America has been asking for lower immigration levels for decades, and then Biden's administration blew the doors open in the opposite direction that not even Obama, post-2010, did. At a level that even Jeb Bush probably had reservations about.
Secure the border first, then start worrying about people going to real estate moguls from New York for their political leadership.
Brian Krassenstein
@krassenstein
“Somali fraud” is the new “Haitians are eating our cats and dogs”.
It’s all just racists putting forth Racist dog whistles and trying to paint an entire group of people based off of single events or rumors of events.
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:48 AM (L/fGl)
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And the "they're eating the cats and dogs"...worked.
Why?
Because people didn't ask for the population of Haiti to enter America under Biden. America has been asking for lower immigration levels for decades, and then Biden's administration blew the doors open in the opposite direction that not even Obama, post-2010, did. At a level that even Jeb Bush probably had reservations about.
Secure the border first, then start worrying about people going to real estate moguls from New York for their political leadership.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:50 AM (GBKbO)
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A female Washington state congresscunt just filed a bill that would make it illegal to audit daycare centers.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM (QZThv)
I saw that. And the State's AG wasted no time putting out a notice to all 539 Somali run day care centers with advice and numbers to call if they are threatened or fell threatened. It's the classic 1-800-HATE line bullshit.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM (QZThv)
I saw that. And the State's AG wasted no time putting out a notice to all 539 Somali run day care centers with advice and numbers to call if they are threatened or fell threatened. It's the classic 1-800-HATE line bullshit.
Posted by: Diogenes at December 31, 2025 11:50 AM (2WIwB)
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My prediction. Republicans are going to hold and gain 5 house seats and hold the Senate. The economy is going to click along at 3.8% or better and the interest on the debt will fall below 1 trillion.
Posted by: Ben Had at December 31, 2025 11:48 AM (sDNVV)
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Concur.
Posted by: Ben Had at December 31, 2025 11:48 AM (sDNVV)
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Concur.
Posted by: mrp at December 31, 2025 11:50 AM (rj6Yv)
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My prediction. Republicans are going to hold and gain 5 house seats and hold the Senate. The economy is going to click along at 3.8% or better and the interest on the debt will fall below 1 trillion.
Posted by: Ben Had at December 31, 2025 11:48 AM (sDNVV)
That's not a prediction. It's a drug-fueled dream.
Posted by: Ben Had at December 31, 2025 11:48 AM (sDNVV)
That's not a prediction. It's a drug-fueled dream.
Posted by: Dr. Pork Chops & Bacons at December 31, 2025 11:51 AM (g8Ew8)
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How was 2025? I'm not dead yet, I'm happy about that.
What are my hopes for 2026? I hope to remain not dead.
What are my hopes for 2026? I hope to remain not dead.
Posted by: javems at December 31, 2025 11:52 AM (8I4hW)
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I'll go way put on a limb and predict some Democrats get indicted and convicted. Ex-judge Duggan gives me hope. Letitia James, John Brennan, Lamonica McGiver. Sadly, Comey and Clapper go free, as do Minnesota politicians
Posted by: JM in Illinois at December 31, 2025 11:52 AM (4x8rv)
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153 Bill in AR
I know the U-Haul one is not legal- carrying that much gas in a truck. But I'm sure if Kramer and Newman can drive empty bottles from NY to Michigan for the deposit fee, the math works better with that price variation between the states.
I know the U-Haul one is not legal- carrying that much gas in a truck. But I'm sure if Kramer and Newman can drive empty bottles from NY to Michigan for the deposit fee, the math works better with that price variation between the states.
Posted by: Rex B at December 31, 2025 11:52 AM (2OJI2)
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The Krassensteins are some of the biggest shitposters on X. It’s all engagement farming / hate posting.
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 31, 2025 11:53 AM (m7iZ5)
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I've had mine for 5 years and they still are like new. Are you walking in Lava or broken glass?
Posted by: Happy Camper
I've always been rough on footwear. I had to have my combat boots resoled when I was in Boot Camp.
Posted by: Happy Camper
I've always been rough on footwear. I had to have my combat boots resoled when I was in Boot Camp.
Posted by: NR Pax at December 31, 2025 11:53 AM (svLOV)
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The SC decision on minority districts being unconstitutional if it breaks the way it should will drive the Dems insane and lead to more Republicans in Congress.
Posted by: Smell the Glove at December 31, 2025 11:53 AM (zNwXb)
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What are my hopes for 2026? I hope to remain not dead.
Posted by: javems
I also hope you remain on this side of the grass.
Posted by: javems
I also hope you remain on this side of the grass.
Posted by: Kratwurst at December 31, 2025 11:54 AM (tmARj)
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177 My prediction. Republicans are going to hold and gain 5 house seats and hold the Senate. The economy is going to click along at 3.8% or better and the interest on the debt will fall below 1 trillion.
Posted by: Ben Had at December 31, 2025 11:48 AM (sDNVV)
That's not a prediction. It's a drug-fueled dream.
Posted by: Dr. Pork Chops & Bacons at December 31, 2025 11:51 AM (g8Ew
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Polling shows a very tight, Republican favored environment right now (you know...the halfway decent polling, not the ones that say that Kamala is going to win PA by 5). The congressional map means that Democrats usually have to win the generic congressional ballot by 3-4 to have a shot at winning the House.
Average right now is D+3.9. And the polling will trend Republican over the next 11 months like it has every election year since 1990.
And even in a favored Democrat environment, they couldn't win the Senate. NC is 50/50, at best. Ask Logan how running for Senate in the wrong party against the partisan divide of the state works for "popular" governors. ME? Psh. Collins is going to win that one in a walk. TX? That's their third?
Plus, they have to hold onto Ossoff (white boy) in GA.
Posted by: Ben Had at December 31, 2025 11:48 AM (sDNVV)
That's not a prediction. It's a drug-fueled dream.
Posted by: Dr. Pork Chops & Bacons at December 31, 2025 11:51 AM (g8Ew
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Polling shows a very tight, Republican favored environment right now (you know...the halfway decent polling, not the ones that say that Kamala is going to win PA by 5). The congressional map means that Democrats usually have to win the generic congressional ballot by 3-4 to have a shot at winning the House.
Average right now is D+3.9. And the polling will trend Republican over the next 11 months like it has every election year since 1990.
And even in a favored Democrat environment, they couldn't win the Senate. NC is 50/50, at best. Ask Logan how running for Senate in the wrong party against the partisan divide of the state works for "popular" governors. ME? Psh. Collins is going to win that one in a walk. TX? That's their third?
Plus, they have to hold onto Ossoff (white boy) in GA.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:54 AM (GBKbO)
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Prediction: 2026 will an even numbered year.
Posted by: Minuteman at December 31, 2025 11:54 AM (47/pr)
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Psst! Hey dude! You look like a sophisticated fellow. Wanna buy some hot parents' documents?
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 11:54 AM (L/fGl)
180
A female Washington state congresscunt just filed a bill that would make it illegal to audit daycare centers.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM (QZThv)
I saw that. And the State's AG wasted no time putting out a notice to all 539 Somali run day care centers with advice and numbers to call if they are threatened or fell threatened. It's the classic 1-800-HATE line bullshit.
Posted by: Diogenes
If republicans had balls, they file a federal bill to stop funding daycares. If states want to rape their own taxpayers, so be it.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM (QZThv)
I saw that. And the State's AG wasted no time putting out a notice to all 539 Somali run day care centers with advice and numbers to call if they are threatened or fell threatened. It's the classic 1-800-HATE line bullshit.
Posted by: Diogenes
If republicans had balls, they file a federal bill to stop funding daycares. If states want to rape their own taxpayers, so be it.
Posted by: rickb223 at December 31, 2025 11:54 AM (QGRvm)
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Put the same STATE taxes on Kali gas as Texas gas and watch the price come down.
Posted by: rickb223 at December 31, 2025 11:49 AM (QGRvm)
That’s one of the many darkly amusing aspects - California is going into a deep deficit and will need more money to operate - so they’re probably going to raise gas taxes even higher.
Posted by: rickb223 at December 31, 2025 11:49 AM (QGRvm)
That’s one of the many darkly amusing aspects - California is going into a deep deficit and will need more money to operate - so they’re probably going to raise gas taxes even higher.
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 31, 2025 11:55 AM (m7iZ5)
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183 The SC decision on minority districts being unconstitutional if it breaks the way it should will drive the Dems insane and lead to more Republicans in Congress.
Posted by: Smell the Glove at December 31, 2025 11:53 AM (zNwXb)
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If it drops in February, one or two states may redraw their maps quickly enough to take advantage of it, but it won't really be a factor until 2028.
When Democrats will have to win the generic congressional ballot by between 5-7 to win the House.
Having most of your population in densely packed population centers in like a dozen states is a bad way to win the House in America.
Posted by: Smell the Glove at December 31, 2025 11:53 AM (zNwXb)
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If it drops in February, one or two states may redraw their maps quickly enough to take advantage of it, but it won't really be a factor until 2028.
When Democrats will have to win the generic congressional ballot by between 5-7 to win the House.
Having most of your population in densely packed population centers in like a dozen states is a bad way to win the House in America.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:55 AM (GBKbO)
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Most politics are local.
I worry about the current stranglehold the progressives have in the western and southeast regions of my state (Pennsylvania), and what will become of the middle-class (yeah, some hate the phrase) retirees but also our school children from K-12, up through college.
It's such a different world than all of the past 50 years, and I don't see "DEI" waning.
For those on social security and/or federal pensions, make sure you get a Payee Representative on your account(s) in the event you're unable to manage your financial affairs temporarily (i.e., hospitalized for a time) or permanently (i.e., assisted living). There are more and more instances of homes going into foreclosure & quick sale for those not able to independently manage their affairs.
Happy New Years Eve! 🙏 🤗
I worry about the current stranglehold the progressives have in the western and southeast regions of my state (Pennsylvania), and what will become of the middle-class (yeah, some hate the phrase) retirees but also our school children from K-12, up through college.
It's such a different world than all of the past 50 years, and I don't see "DEI" waning.
For those on social security and/or federal pensions, make sure you get a Payee Representative on your account(s) in the event you're unable to manage your financial affairs temporarily (i.e., hospitalized for a time) or permanently (i.e., assisted living). There are more and more instances of homes going into foreclosure & quick sale for those not able to independently manage their affairs.
Happy New Years Eve! 🙏 🤗
Posted by: L - No nic, another fine day at December 31, 2025 11:55 AM (NFX2v)
Posted by: t-bird at December 31, 2025 11:55 AM (NcjJv)
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A female Washington state congresscunt just filed a bill that would make it illegal to audit daycare centers.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM (QZThv)
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Make Washington State A Territory Again!
/And Appoint Diogenes Military Governor
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM (QZThv)
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Make Washington State A Territory Again!
/And Appoint Diogenes Military Governor
Posted by: ShainS -- Make Lustration Great Again! at December 31, 2025 11:56 AM (uhTu8)
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LOL. What a stunning coincidence! I mean those burglars are always going after parent's documents! I am sure it was just a coinkiydink.
On X, the thread replying to that Ismail guy is mostly pictures of Jussie Smolett, with the occasional Dave Chappell video.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:47 AM
They spraypainted MAGA country on the wall of one of the Learing centers!
On X, the thread replying to that Ismail guy is mostly pictures of Jussie Smolett, with the occasional Dave Chappell video.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:47 AM
They spraypainted MAGA country on the wall of one of the Learing centers!
Posted by: Minnfidel at December 31, 2025 11:56 AM (4p0Xq)
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The fraud isn't bound by party. It's all of the political class. It is "the system." It is "government."
The fight to conceal this from the public is just starting.
Everyone's guilty. Nobody's going to be held responsible or face consequences because there's nobody untainted by it. Once it's all exposed they'll shrug and ask us "well, what are you going to do about it?"
Half the country doesn't care and the other half doesn't have the means to fight it. Life goes on...
The fight to conceal this from the public is just starting.
Everyone's guilty. Nobody's going to be held responsible or face consequences because there's nobody untainted by it. Once it's all exposed they'll shrug and ask us "well, what are you going to do about it?"
Half the country doesn't care and the other half doesn't have the means to fight it. Life goes on...
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 31, 2025 11:56 AM (NwnyJ)
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Make Washington State A Territory Again!
/And Appoint Diogenes Military Governor
Posted by: ShainS -- Make Lustration Great Again! at December 31, 2025 11:56 AM (uhTu
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Mark as Secretary of Puttin' Down the Hippies.
Nurse as Surgeon General.
Make Washington State A Territory Again!
/And Appoint Diogenes Military Governor
Posted by: ShainS -- Make Lustration Great Again! at December 31, 2025 11:56 AM (uhTu
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Mark as Secretary of Puttin' Down the Hippies.
Nurse as Surgeon General.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:57 AM (GBKbO)
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Concur!!!
Concur!!!
Posted by: MAC V SOG at December 31, 2025 11:57 AM (P4Pk9)
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What are my hopes for 2026? I hope to remain not dead.
Posted by: javems at December 31, 2025 11:52 AM
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Keep us posted. Living alone, I text my brother a "sign of life" each day. Wouldn't want to, uh, linger too long, IYKWIMAITYD
What are my hopes for 2026? I hope to remain not dead.
Posted by: javems at December 31, 2025 11:52 AM
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Keep us posted. Living alone, I text my brother a "sign of life" each day. Wouldn't want to, uh, linger too long, IYKWIMAITYD
Posted by: JM in Illinois at December 31, 2025 11:57 AM (4x8rv)
191
Regular this morning at the Chevron was $4.27. Diesel was 90 cents more.
Posted by: Diogenes at December 31, 2025 11:58 AM (2WIwB)
192
CNN has already gone after
@nickshirleyy, attempting to write off his reporting in Minnesota and lamenting his lack of “fact checks” and “guardrails.”
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From the folks who flogged the Russia Hoax as a Real Thing for its doddering shut-in viewers 24/7 for three years running.
Where were your "guardrails" then, CNN?
@nickshirleyy, attempting to write off his reporting in Minnesota and lamenting his lack of “fact checks” and “guardrails.”
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From the folks who flogged the Russia Hoax as a Real Thing for its doddering shut-in viewers 24/7 for three years running.
Where were your "guardrails" then, CNN?
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at December 31, 2025 11:58 AM (JkO4W)
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156. A female Washington state congresscunt just filed a bill that would make it illegal to audit daycare centers.
Posted by: Ian S.
In small part:
Fans of Turning Point USA in Washington State ·
Al Yardley
1d
There are 539 licensed childcare centers in Washington state that list Somali as the primary language of operation.
The number of Somali-run daycares in Washington has drawn attention due to their high concentration and a recent fraud scandal involving Somali-run childcare centers in Minnesota.
Concerns have been raised online that many of these Washington facilities list only an email or P.O. box instead of a physical address in public databases, leading to calls for audits and investigations into potential subsidy fraud.
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), which licenses these facilities, has stated that licensed providers must meet state standards and undergo regular inspections. The agency also provides resources in Somali, including FAQs and licensing overviews. (Much more follows.)
Posted by: Ian S.
In small part:
Fans of Turning Point USA in Washington State ·
Al Yardley
1d
There are 539 licensed childcare centers in Washington state that list Somali as the primary language of operation.
The number of Somali-run daycares in Washington has drawn attention due to their high concentration and a recent fraud scandal involving Somali-run childcare centers in Minnesota.
Concerns have been raised online that many of these Washington facilities list only an email or P.O. box instead of a physical address in public databases, leading to calls for audits and investigations into potential subsidy fraud.
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), which licenses these facilities, has stated that licensed providers must meet state standards and undergo regular inspections. The agency also provides resources in Somali, including FAQs and licensing overviews. (Much more follows.)
Posted by: L - No nic, another fine day at December 31, 2025 11:59 AM (NFX2v)
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201 CNN has already gone after
@nickshirleyy, attempting to write off his reporting in Minnesota and lamenting his lack of “fact checks” and “guardrails.”
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From the folks who flogged the Russia Hoax as a Real Thing for its doddering shut-in viewers 24/7 for three years running.
Where were your "guardrails" then, CNN?
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at December 31, 2025 11:58 AM (JkO4W)
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The effect of the MSM is siloed in particular demographics. They're super effective with their captive audience, and they pretty much don't matter outside of it.
It just gets worse for them every year, too.
@nickshirleyy, attempting to write off his reporting in Minnesota and lamenting his lack of “fact checks” and “guardrails.”
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From the folks who flogged the Russia Hoax as a Real Thing for its doddering shut-in viewers 24/7 for three years running.
Where were your "guardrails" then, CNN?
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at December 31, 2025 11:58 AM (JkO4W)
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The effect of the MSM is siloed in particular demographics. They're super effective with their captive audience, and they pretty much don't matter outside of it.
It just gets worse for them every year, too.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:59 AM (GBKbO)
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Try a pair of MyCombatBoots!
Now available in pink, chartreuse and mauve.
Now available in pink, chartreuse and mauve.
Posted by: David Hogg at December 31, 2025 11:59 AM (2Ez/1)
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Everyone's guilty. Nobody's going to be held responsible or face consequences because there's nobody untainted by it. Once it's all exposed they'll shrug and ask us "well, what are you going to do about it?"
Half the country doesn't care and the other half doesn't have the means to fight it. Life goes on...
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 31, 2025 11:56 AM (NwnyJ)
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What's the average cost of childcare per child per month in Minnesota for someone not in on the scam?
Half the country doesn't care and the other half doesn't have the means to fight it. Life goes on...
Posted by: Martini Farmer at December 31, 2025 11:56 AM (NwnyJ)
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What's the average cost of childcare per child per month in Minnesota for someone not in on the scam?
Posted by: mrp at December 31, 2025 12:00 PM (rj6Yv)
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Not only did she do that, she waited until 11:41pm to rule, as that day was the last day the gop could appeal a ruling.
Lawfare by the left is the 2nd most dangerous thing we’re facing after immigration.
The only female that should be allowed to be a judge is AtC.
Lawfare by the left is the 2nd most dangerous thing we’re facing after immigration.
The only female that should be allowed to be a judge is AtC.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 12:01 PM (QZThv)
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What's the average cost of childcare per child per month in Minnesota for someone not in on the scam?
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Only a hate-filled racist would even ask such a question.
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Only a hate-filled racist would even ask such a question.
Posted by: Cicero (@cicero43) at December 31, 2025 12:01 PM (JkO4W)
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25 Prediction 2026
A Somalian will discover perpetual motion energy source and once again save the white man.
Posted by: MN Dem politicians at December 31, 2025 11:08 AM
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Q: What's this thing on the back of your invention? Looks like an induction coil.
Somali: Shut up!
25 Prediction 2026
A Somalian will discover perpetual motion energy source and once again save the white man.
Posted by: MN Dem politicians at December 31, 2025 11:08 AM
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Q: What's this thing on the back of your invention? Looks like an induction coil.
Somali: Shut up!
Posted by: Semi-Literate Thug at December 31, 2025 12:01 PM (VWtfl)
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They just don't make toilets like they used to.
Florida man sues Outback Steakhouse after toilet "shattered" beneath him (come for the story, stay for the potty humor)
https://is.gd/FyAgde
Florida man sues Outback Steakhouse after toilet "shattered" beneath him (come for the story, stay for the potty humor)
https://is.gd/FyAgde
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 12:01 PM (L/fGl)
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For those on social security and/or federal pensions, make sure you get a Payee Representative on your account(s) in the event you're unable to manage your financial affairs temporarily (i.e., hospitalized for a time) or permanently (i.e., assisted living). There are more and more instances of homes going into foreclosure & quick sale for those not able to independently manage their affairs.
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Good advice. Thanks, L ... and Happy New Year to you and yours -- as well as the rest of The Horde.
I remember as a young boy growing up how far away The Year 2000 seemed to be -- I mean I was going to be practically "over the hill" at age 39 by then!
But 60 is the new 40. And futurists are predicting that 20-year-olds today will live to be 120 -- yet have the minds & bodies and feel like today's 60.
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Good advice. Thanks, L ... and Happy New Year to you and yours -- as well as the rest of The Horde.
I remember as a young boy growing up how far away The Year 2000 seemed to be -- I mean I was going to be practically "over the hill" at age 39 by then!
But 60 is the new 40. And futurists are predicting that 20-year-olds today will live to be 120 -- yet have the minds & bodies and feel like today's 60.
Posted by: ShainS -- Make Lustration Great Again! at December 31, 2025 12:02 PM (uhTu8)
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I know they don't work very well, but go long on locking gas caps for sale in CA.
Posted by: bill in arkansas, not gonna comply with nuttin, waiting for the 0300 knock on the door at December 31, 2025 12:03 PM (gm9Sb)
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204 Try a pair of MyCombatBoots!
Now available in pink, chartreuse and mauve.
Posted by: David Hogg
If we still had a Democrat President, he could have been the supplier.
Now available in pink, chartreuse and mauve.
Posted by: David Hogg
If we still had a Democrat President, he could have been the supplier.
Posted by: NR Pax at December 31, 2025 12:04 PM (svLOV)
204
oig hhs gov/reports/work-plan/
ACF's Oversight of American Rescue Plan Act Child Care Stabilization Grants
Announced on 05/04/2023 | Last Modified on 08/27/2025 | Project Number: A-02-23-02007
Only partial, doesn't count CARES Act and more.
ACF's Oversight of American Rescue Plan Act Child Care Stabilization Grants
Announced on 05/04/2023 | Last Modified on 08/27/2025 | Project Number: A-02-23-02007
Only partial, doesn't count CARES Act and more.
Posted by: L - No nic, another fine day at December 31, 2025 12:05 PM (NFX2v)
205
The best way to predict the future is to invent it.
Posted by: Duncanthrax at December 31, 2025 12:06 PM (1y9Ku)
206
I predict Russia no kidding conquers Ukraine by the end of 2026, much to the shock and horror of the Euroweenies. Russia makes the south (including Odessa) and east part of Russia, gives Hungary enough of its "historical" territory back to make a land bridge between them, and installs a puppet government in Kiev to administer the impoverished small state of Novo Ukraine.
Posted by: Idaho Spudboy at December 31, 2025 12:06 PM (CSQvy)
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A female Washington state congresscunt just filed a bill that would make it illegal to audit daycare centers.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM (QZThv)
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Make Washington State A Territory Again!
/And Appoint Diogenes Military Governor
Posted by: ShainS
Make the whole left coast a territory again.
Posted by: Ian S. at December 31, 2025 11:45 AM (QZThv)
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Make Washington State A Territory Again!
/And Appoint Diogenes Military Governor
Posted by: ShainS
Make the whole left coast a territory again.
Posted by: rickb223 at December 31, 2025 12:07 PM (QGRvm)
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What's the average cost of childcare per child per month in Minnesota for someone not in on the scam?
Posted by: mrp at December 31, 2025 12:00 PM (rj6Yv)
What you’re really asking is what does a white family pay for daycare?
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 12:05 PM (9c0bR)
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No, I did not.
Posted by: mrp at December 31, 2025 12:00 PM (rj6Yv)
What you’re really asking is what does a white family pay for daycare?
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 12:05 PM (9c0bR)
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No, I did not.
Posted by: mrp at December 31, 2025 12:07 PM (rj6Yv)
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The remaining MSM are shepherds for Dem sheep. Nothing else. The real reporting is done by independents like Shirley and Ngo.
Posted by: Smell the Glove at December 31, 2025 12:07 PM (zNwXb)
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212 The “D+3 really is a tie” thing is out of date.
In 22 and 24 the GOP eeeked out a small House win while winning the congressional popular vote by 2.6% in 24 and 2.7% in 22.
If anything it’s the opposite now. Ds could probably lose the overall vote and still win the house.
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 12:03 PM (9c0bR)
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I genuinely think you're a fucking retard.
Nothing of what you said counters anything I said. In fact, it feeds into what I said when I said that the number of winnable House seats for the other party is a couple of dozen.
How does 22 and 24 counter the idea that Democrats need a D+3 environment to win the House in anyway?
Seriously. It's time for you to fuck off. You're a troll.
In 22 and 24 the GOP eeeked out a small House win while winning the congressional popular vote by 2.6% in 24 and 2.7% in 22.
If anything it’s the opposite now. Ds could probably lose the overall vote and still win the house.
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald at December 31, 2025 12:03 PM (9c0bR)
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I genuinely think you're a fucking retard.
Nothing of what you said counters anything I said. In fact, it feeds into what I said when I said that the number of winnable House seats for the other party is a couple of dozen.
How does 22 and 24 counter the idea that Democrats need a D+3 environment to win the House in anyway?
Seriously. It's time for you to fuck off. You're a troll.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 12:08 PM (GBKbO)
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CBS News, Local News
Study Finds MN Child Care Costs Jumped 60% During Pandemic
February 26, 2022 / 6:00 PM CST / CBS Minnesota
"Gov. Tim Walz is pushing for the legislature to make child care more affordable by boosting investments in childcare assistance programs.
The study found Minnesota families pay around 18% of their income towards childcare, which is the sixth most expensive in the country."
All BS
Study Finds MN Child Care Costs Jumped 60% During Pandemic
February 26, 2022 / 6:00 PM CST / CBS Minnesota
"Gov. Tim Walz is pushing for the legislature to make child care more affordable by boosting investments in childcare assistance programs.
The study found Minnesota families pay around 18% of their income towards childcare, which is the sixth most expensive in the country."
All BS
Posted by: L - No nic, another fine day at December 31, 2025 12:08 PM (NFX2v)
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"41 men are killed in South African circumcision initiation ceremonies"
They should cut that out.
They should cut that out.
Posted by: fd at December 31, 2025 12:08 PM (vFG9F)
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They just don't make toilets like they used to.
Florida man sues Outback Steakhouse after toilet "shattered" beneath him
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 12:01 PM
Pffft. Happens to me regularly. Behold the power of my manly flatulentic emissions!
Florida man sues Outback Steakhouse after toilet "shattered" beneath him
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 12:01 PM
Pffft. Happens to me regularly. Behold the power of my manly flatulentic emissions!
Posted by: Eric Swalwell (D-CA) at December 31, 2025 12:09 PM (1y9Ku)
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>>My prediction. Republicans are going to hold and gain 5 house seats and hold the Senate. The economy is going to click along at 3.8% or better and the interest on the debt will fall below 1 trillion.
I think the economy will do even better than 3.8%. Assuming Democrats don't shutdown the government again.
I also think the fraud issue is going to be a lot bigger issue than was even thought a few days ago. Stealing from American taxpayers is a fairly bi-partisan issue these days.
And Musk will be involved supporting Republican candidates who get with the America First program.
I think the economy will do even better than 3.8%. Assuming Democrats don't shutdown the government again.
I also think the fraud issue is going to be a lot bigger issue than was even thought a few days ago. Stealing from American taxpayers is a fairly bi-partisan issue these days.
And Musk will be involved supporting Republican candidates who get with the America First program.
Posted by: JackStraw at December 31, 2025 12:09 PM (viF8m)
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What's the average cost of childcare per child per month in Minnesota for someone not in on the scam?
Posted by: mrp at December 31, 2025 12:00 PM (rj6Yv)
What you’re really asking is what does a white family pay for daycare?
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald
About $100 a day. $10 bucks an hour.
Posted by: mrp at December 31, 2025 12:00 PM (rj6Yv)
What you’re really asking is what does a white family pay for daycare?
Posted by: Its Go Time Donald
About $100 a day. $10 bucks an hour.
Posted by: rickb223 at December 31, 2025 12:09 PM (QGRvm)
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Somalian toilets never blow up.
Posted by: fd at December 31, 2025 12:10 PM (vFG9F)
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 12:10 PM (GBKbO)
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56 On a longer timeline: I predict that the new battleship class will never be built.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM
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Despite Trump using the term, they wouldn't be battleships, i.e. not large armoted ships with big guns. More like cruisers or heavy frigates.
56 On a longer timeline: I predict that the new battleship class will never be built.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 11:14 AM
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Despite Trump using the term, they wouldn't be battleships, i.e. not large armoted ships with big guns. More like cruisers or heavy frigates.
Posted by: Semi-Literate Thug at December 31, 2025 12:10 PM (VWtfl)
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Predicting the future is a fool's errand. Hell, people can't even agree on the past.
That being said, I see 2026 as better than 2025 across the board. I feel some wind at our backs in crushing leftwing cockroaches and kicking our enemies in the bozack.
I though 2025 was pretty awesome, and I think 2026 will be even better.
That being said, I see 2026 as better than 2025 across the board. I feel some wind at our backs in crushing leftwing cockroaches and kicking our enemies in the bozack.
I though 2025 was pretty awesome, and I think 2026 will be even better.
Posted by: Judge Elric The Blade at December 31, 2025 12:10 PM (iFTx/)
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If what I've been seeing about China is correct, I wouldn't be surprised to see them collapse in 2026. Between real estate collapse, unemployment, horrible environmental messes and general government incompetence and corruption they may have reached an explosion point
Posted by: Smell the Glove at December 31, 2025 12:10 PM (zNwXb)
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Remember the Federal and state child care tax benefits and day care subsidies in play, too, at that time.
Now 🤷♀️
Now 🤷♀️
Posted by: L - No nic, another fine day at December 31, 2025 12:11 PM (NFX2v)
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And the 2020 redrawing brought the number of House seats that are actually winnable by the other parties down to a couple of dozen.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:46 AM (GBKbO
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I saw Devin Nunes on the VDH show this morning. They talked about the likely problem of losing the House. Nunes said that out of the 435 congressional districts, only about 50 are actually contested. Expects a slim majority, at best +10 for either party.
Democrat motto: "I have a one vote majority and I know how to use it."
And the 2020 redrawing brought the number of House seats that are actually winnable by the other parties down to a couple of dozen.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 11:46 AM (GBKbO
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I saw Devin Nunes on the VDH show this morning. They talked about the likely problem of losing the House. Nunes said that out of the 435 congressional districts, only about 50 are actually contested. Expects a slim majority, at best +10 for either party.
Democrat motto: "I have a one vote majority and I know how to use it."
Posted by: JM in Illinois at December 31, 2025 12:11 PM (eJAK0)
Posted by: rickb223 at December 31, 2025 12:11 PM (QGRvm)
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Mere abysmal failure is no reason to end a government program.
California to Expand a $328 Million Homelessness Program, Despite Its Abysmal Failures
California to Expand a $328 Million Homelessness Program, Despite Its Abysmal Failures
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 12:11 PM (L/fGl)
225
Prediction 2026
A Somalian will discover perpetual motion energy source and once again save the white man.
Posted by: MN Dem politicians at December 31, 2025 11:08 AM
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They all went to Minnesota to work on "Cold Fusion;" I wonder how many billions in grants they received for that?
A Somalian will discover perpetual motion energy source and once again save the white man.
Posted by: MN Dem politicians at December 31, 2025 11:08 AM
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They all went to Minnesota to work on "Cold Fusion;" I wonder how many billions in grants they received for that?
Posted by: ShainS -- Make Lustration Great Again! at December 31, 2025 12:12 PM (uhTu8)
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"Somalian toilets never blow up.
Posted by: fd
Somalis don't use toilets.
Posted by: rickb223"
I stand by my statement.
Posted by: fd
Somalis don't use toilets.
Posted by: rickb223"
I stand by my statement.
Posted by: fd at December 31, 2025 12:13 PM (vFG9F)
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224 "41 men are killed in South African circumcision initiation ceremonies"
They should cut that out.
Posted by: fd at December 31, 2025 12:08 PM
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Nip it!
They should cut that out.
Posted by: fd at December 31, 2025 12:08 PM
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Nip it!
Posted by: B. Fife at December 31, 2025 12:13 PM (2Ez/1)
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 12:13 PM (L/fGl)
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85 And no black people will be admitted to my swanky beach club.
Posted by: Sheldon Whitehouse at December 31, 2025 11:22 AM (2Ez/1)
Golf clap...
Posted by: Sheldon Whitehouse at December 31, 2025 11:22 AM (2Ez/1)
Golf clap...
Posted by: Lurking Cheshirecat at December 31, 2025 12:13 PM (w3u3d)
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Will the women of Tehran start wearing miniskirts again like they were in 1970?
Posted by: Leg Alert at December 31, 2025 12:13 PM (oftw2)
Posted by: Cheerful Reprobate at December 31, 2025 12:13 PM (8WtOr)
232
Regular this morning at the Chevron was $4.27.
At the Chevron, Exxon, and Shell stations on the corner in my Houston neighborhood, all 3 were at $2.19 per gal.
California gas is so expensive because it is a special blend demanded by Cal law. With the refinery that blew up this year going off line completely in Jan 2026 and another in the first Q of 2026, Cal doesn't have enough refining ability to produce its special gas, and will have to import it from India. That has a lot to do with Cal's high gas prices.
At the Chevron, Exxon, and Shell stations on the corner in my Houston neighborhood, all 3 were at $2.19 per gal.
California gas is so expensive because it is a special blend demanded by Cal law. With the refinery that blew up this year going off line completely in Jan 2026 and another in the first Q of 2026, Cal doesn't have enough refining ability to produce its special gas, and will have to import it from India. That has a lot to do with Cal's high gas prices.
Posted by: An Observation sez Trump is my President at December 31, 2025 12:13 PM (Da7Vv)
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212 "41 men are killed in South African circumcision initiation ceremonies"
They should cut that out.
Posted by: fd at December 31, 2025 12:08 PM (vFG9F)
All due to a tragic mistranslation - they thought “Izmel” meant “meat cleaver”.
They should cut that out.
Posted by: fd at December 31, 2025 12:08 PM (vFG9F)
All due to a tragic mistranslation - they thought “Izmel” meant “meat cleaver”.
Posted by: Tom Servo at December 31, 2025 12:14 PM (m7iZ5)
234
What's that ozone smell?
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 12:15 PM (jc0TO)
235
They all went to Minnesota to work on "Cold Fusion;" I wonder how many billions in grants they received for that?
Posted by: ShainS
Flick proved cold fusion in A Christmas Story when he stuck his tongue to the flag pole.
Posted by: ShainS
Flick proved cold fusion in A Christmas Story when he stuck his tongue to the flag pole.
Posted by: rickb223 at December 31, 2025 12:15 PM (QGRvm)
236
I reported this a few days ago. I heard an advertisement on a radio station (I think, and definitely not NPR) in which "Sesame Street" was begging for money. "Keep Elmo alive!", basically.
I smiled to think how filthy Childrens' Workshop must feel to have to grovel in the muck and filth (as they would see it) of the common commercial marketplace.
I reported this a few days ago. I heard an advertisement on a radio station (I think, and definitely not NPR) in which "Sesame Street" was begging for money. "Keep Elmo alive!", basically.
I smiled to think how filthy Childrens' Workshop must feel to have to grovel in the muck and filth (as they would see it) of the common commercial marketplace.
Posted by: Krebs v Carnot: Epic Battle of the Cycling Stars (TM) Imprison! Imprison! Imprison! at December 31, 2025 12:15 PM (xG4kz)
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My 2026 prediction: Plentiful Seinfeld references in this here comment section. A Festivus for the restivus!
Posted by: LinusVanPelt at December 31, 2025 12:15 PM (eD7Q0)
Posted by: The atmosphere at December 31, 2025 12:15 PM (2Ez/1)
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"41 men are killed in South African circumcision initiation ceremonies"
They should cut that out.
Posted by: fd at December 31, 2025 12:08 PM
That's just the tip of the iceberg, so to speak.
They should cut that out.
Posted by: fd at December 31, 2025 12:08 PM
That's just the tip of the iceberg, so to speak.
Posted by: toby928(c) at December 31, 2025 12:15 PM (jc0TO)
240
I though 2025 was pretty awesome, and I think 2026 will be even better What he said
Posted by: doug at December 31, 2025 12:16 PM (Hy+R4)
241
Yesterday whoever wrote about the Irish and shovels, Somalis and sticks was both amusing and on point.
Posted by: L - No nic, another fine day at December 31, 2025 12:16 PM (NFX2v)
242
211 CBS News, Local News
Study Finds MN Child Care Costs Jumped 60% During Pandemic
February 26, 2022 / 6:00 PM CST / CBS Minnesota
"Gov. Tim Walz is pushing for the legislature to make child care more affordable by boosting investments in childcare assistance programs.
They'll do anything but state accurately what they plan to do:
raise your taxes to pay for other people's childcare (at best). How spending more money equates to "more affordable" is left as an exercise for the reader.
Study Finds MN Child Care Costs Jumped 60% During Pandemic
February 26, 2022 / 6:00 PM CST / CBS Minnesota
"Gov. Tim Walz is pushing for the legislature to make child care more affordable by boosting investments in childcare assistance programs.
They'll do anything but state accurately what they plan to do:
raise your taxes to pay for other people's childcare (at best). How spending more money equates to "more affordable" is left as an exercise for the reader.
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 12:16 PM (Riz8t)
243
Regular this morning at the Chevron was $4.27.
Wow. $2.19 at Wal Mart. $2.02 at Sam's this past weekend.
Wow. $2.19 at Wal Mart. $2.02 at Sam's this past weekend.
Posted by: rickb223 at December 31, 2025 12:16 PM (QGRvm)
244
I see good momentum on all fronts, but I am observing an overwhelming change of heart for the trans insanity.
I'm in a new England state that somehow has had Republican governors but we have zero Congressional representation...
The hospital I work in used to pound the DEI drum and the hallways would echo with transanity.. now. Not so much
I'm in a new England state that somehow has had Republican governors but we have zero Congressional representation...
The hospital I work in used to pound the DEI drum and the hallways would echo with transanity.. now. Not so much
Posted by: melodicmetal at December 31, 2025 12:16 PM (61TgR)
245
I got some real problems with some of you people!
Posted by: Frank Costanza at December 31, 2025 12:16 PM (2Ez/1)
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242 211 CBS News, Local News
Study Finds MN Child Care Costs Jumped 60% During Pandemic
February 26, 2022 / 6:00 PM CST / CBS Minnesota
"Gov. Tim Walz is pushing for the legislature to make child care more affordable by boosting investments in childcare assistance programs.
They'll do anything but state accurately what they plan to do:
raise your taxes to pay for other people's childcare (at best). How spending more money equates to "more affordable" is left as an exercise for the reader.
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 12:16 PM (Riz8t)
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"We are the true capitalists. We increased the supply of childcare to bring down costs!"
Study Finds MN Child Care Costs Jumped 60% During Pandemic
February 26, 2022 / 6:00 PM CST / CBS Minnesota
"Gov. Tim Walz is pushing for the legislature to make child care more affordable by boosting investments in childcare assistance programs.
They'll do anything but state accurately what they plan to do:
raise your taxes to pay for other people's childcare (at best). How spending more money equates to "more affordable" is left as an exercise for the reader.
Posted by: Archimedes at December 31, 2025 12:16 PM (Riz8t)
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"We are the true capitalists. We increased the supply of childcare to bring down costs!"
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 12:16 PM (GBKbO)
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About $100 a day. $10 bucks an hour.
Posted by: rickb223 at December 31, 2025 12:09 PM (QGRvm)
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Thanks, rick. $500 a week, not including early-late charges, per kid. Every family with kids in daycare should be outraged. Keep beating that horse, Dems.
Posted by: rickb223 at December 31, 2025 12:09 PM (QGRvm)
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Thanks, rick. $500 a week, not including early-late charges, per kid. Every family with kids in daycare should be outraged. Keep beating that horse, Dems.
Posted by: mrp at December 31, 2025 12:17 PM (rj6Yv)
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No government spending could ever accurately be described as “investment”… Tim Walz is a retard supreme
Posted by: LinusVanPelt at December 31, 2025 12:17 PM (eD7Q0)
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For those on social security and/or federal pensions, make sure you get a Payee Representative on your account(s) in the event you're unable to manage your financial affairs temporarily (i.e., hospitalized for a time) or permanently (i.e., assisted living). There are more and more instances of homes going into foreclosure & quick sale for those not able to independently manage their affairs.
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This is important. The SSA doesn't recognize a general power of attorney document as automatically granting authority for someone to manage someone else's SS benefits. The Payee Representative doesn't automatically get that authority either, but will be the person contacted first and generally will be granted the authority.
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This is important. The SSA doesn't recognize a general power of attorney document as automatically granting authority for someone to manage someone else's SS benefits. The Payee Representative doesn't automatically get that authority either, but will be the person contacted first and generally will be granted the authority.
Posted by: Bigsmith at December 31, 2025 12:18 PM (1Au9i)
250
I got some real problems with some of you people!
Posted by: Frank Costanza at December 31, 2025 12:16 PM (2Ez/1)
Gentlemen, I despise each and every one of you — legendary Japanese polemicist
Posted by: Frank Costanza at December 31, 2025 12:16 PM (2Ez/1)
Gentlemen, I despise each and every one of you — legendary Japanese polemicist
Posted by: LinusVanPelt at December 31, 2025 12:19 PM (eD7Q0)
Posted by: Thomas Paine at December 31, 2025 12:19 PM (0U5gm)
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242. They'll do anything but state accurately what they plan to do:
raise your taxes to pay for other people's childcare (at best). How spending more money equates to "more affordable" is left as an exercise for the reader.
Posted by: Archimedes
👍 You're seldom wrong.
raise your taxes to pay for other people's childcare (at best). How spending more money equates to "more affordable" is left as an exercise for the reader.
Posted by: Archimedes
👍 You're seldom wrong.
Posted by: L - No nic, another fine day at December 31, 2025 12:19 PM (NFX2v)
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Gas is generally under $2.25 a gallon in this area, depending on location. Municipal tax comes into play as high as .10 a gallon. Best I have seen was just over $2 at a station with "member benefits".
Posted by: bill in arkansas, not gonna comply with nuttin, waiting for the 0300 knock on the door at December 31, 2025 12:20 PM (gm9Sb)
254
Mere abysmal failure is no reason to end a government program.
California to Expand a $328 Million Homelessness Program, Despite Its Abysmal Failures
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 12:11 PM (L/fGl)
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BREAKING: Califzuela Governor Gruesome Newscum Announces Plans To "Invest" $500 Billion In Permanent Sleeper Cars For The Homeless As Part Of His High Speed Rail Train To Nowhere Boondoggle.
/He will likely be The Democrat-Communist Nominee in '28 ...
California to Expand a $328 Million Homelessness Program, Despite Its Abysmal Failures
Posted by: Anonosaurus Wrecks, Now With Pumpkin Spice! at December 31, 2025 12:11 PM (L/fGl)
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BREAKING: Califzuela Governor Gruesome Newscum Announces Plans To "Invest" $500 Billion In Permanent Sleeper Cars For The Homeless As Part Of His High Speed Rail Train To Nowhere Boondoggle.
/He will likely be The Democrat-Communist Nominee in '28 ...
Posted by: ShainS -- Make Lustration Great Again! at December 31, 2025 12:20 PM (uhTu8)
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Bondi -- out. That should have happened immediately after her humiliating failure theater with giving "influencers" binders of Epstein evidence that had already been put out in public.
You were in the big leagues, lady. A kindergarten show-n-tell exercise was never going to cut it. You should have known better than to have run your flapping yap in front of cameras without possessing a clear picture of what you had and when it could go public.
That was an immediate firing offense anywhere else and yet, there she still is.
Bondi -- out. That should have happened immediately after her humiliating failure theater with giving "influencers" binders of Epstein evidence that had already been put out in public.
You were in the big leagues, lady. A kindergarten show-n-tell exercise was never going to cut it. You should have known better than to have run your flapping yap in front of cameras without possessing a clear picture of what you had and when it could go public.
That was an immediate firing offense anywhere else and yet, there she still is.
Posted by: Krebs v Carnot: Epic Battle of the Cycling Stars (TM) Imprison! Imprison! Imprison! at December 31, 2025 12:21 PM (xG4kz)
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Mere abysmal failure is no reason to end a government program.
California to Expand a $328 Million Homelessness Program, Despite Its Abysmal Failures
Pfffffft.
California to Expand a $328 Million Homelessness Program, Despite Its Abysmal Failures
Pfffffft.
Posted by: High Speed Rail at December 31, 2025 12:21 PM (Riz8t)
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254 /He will likely be The Democrat-Communist Nominee in '28 ...
Posted by: ShainS -- Make Lustration Great Again! at December 31, 2025 12:20 PM (uhTu
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All the Democrats who fled CA because of him won't vote for him in the primary.
Plus, you know, Kamala is the only one with significant black support, and black voters make up a very large share of the Democrat primary electorate, especially in SC.
Posted by: ShainS -- Make Lustration Great Again! at December 31, 2025 12:20 PM (uhTu
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All the Democrats who fled CA because of him won't vote for him in the primary.
Plus, you know, Kamala is the only one with significant black support, and black voters make up a very large share of the Democrat primary electorate, especially in SC.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison, seeing life through the shadows with Otto Preminger at December 31, 2025 12:21 PM (GBKbO)
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go long on locking gas caps for sale in CA.
Posted by: bill in arkansas
Or: Place a gallon gas can in the truck bed pre loaded with gasoline and sugar.
Posted by: bill in arkansas
Or: Place a gallon gas can in the truck bed pre loaded with gasoline and sugar.
Posted by: AZ deplorable moron at December 31, 2025 12:21 PM (4wNax)
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over $2 at a station with "member benefits".
Posted by: bill in arkansas
The Paolo has, how you say, "member benefits" at each home he visits.
Posted by: bill in arkansas
The Paolo has, how you say, "member benefits" at each home he visits.
Posted by: The Paolo at December 31, 2025 12:22 PM (oftw2)
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No government spending could ever accurately be as “investment”… Tim Walz is a retard supreme
Posted by: LinusVanPelt
Have you not been listening? Hacks on both sides of the aisle have been touting gubmint spending as "investment" for decades now -- at all levels of gubmint and across all localities.
And we never, ever have called them out on that blatant lie.
No government spending could ever accurately be as “investment”… Tim Walz is a retard supreme
Posted by: LinusVanPelt
Have you not been listening? Hacks on both sides of the aisle have been touting gubmint spending as "investment" for decades now -- at all levels of gubmint and across all localities.
And we never, ever have called them out on that blatant lie.
Posted by: Krebs v Carnot: Epic Battle of the Cycling Stars (TM) Imprison! Imprison! Imprison! at December 31, 2025 12:24 PM (xG4kz)
261
Ace is up
Posted by: rickb223 at December 31, 2025 12:24 PM (QGRvm)
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In 2026 California will be housing all the millionaires who's houses burned in last year's LA Fire, on the Bullet Train to nowhere. They'll make a TV series of it to recoup the expenses.
Posted by: An Observation sez Trump is my President at December 31, 2025 12:25 PM (Da7Vv)
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"41 men are killed in South African circumcision initiation ceremonies"
They should cut that out.
Posted by: fd
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Pfft.
They should cut that out.
Posted by: fd
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Pfft.
Posted by: David, holding up sack of 200 foreskins at December 31, 2025 12:29 PM (XeU6L)
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So the amount of fraud in red states has to be significant. Not all of the red states, but Georgia and Arizona would be two to look at closely.
Posted by: Sasquatch, the Original Trans-Wookie at December 31, 2025 11:40 AM (4GFH7)
Alaska. The Murkowski and Begich families could benefit from a public audit...
So the amount of fraud in red states has to be significant. Not all of the red states, but Georgia and Arizona would be two to look at closely.
Posted by: Sasquatch, the Original Trans-Wookie at December 31, 2025 11:40 AM (4GFH7)
Alaska. The Murkowski and Begich families could benefit from a public audit...
Posted by: IllTemperedCur at December 31, 2025 12:29 PM (y9nCu)
Posted by: Mike Hammer, etc., etc. at December 31, 2025 12:30 PM (XeU6L)
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My 2026 prediction: Plentiful Seinfeld references in this here comment section. A Festivus for the restivus!
Posted by: LinusVanPelt at December 31, 2025 12:15 PM (eD7Q0)
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Over/Under on Prometheus reference threads == 300, over half of them by TJM.
Posted by: LinusVanPelt at December 31, 2025 12:15 PM (eD7Q0)
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Over/Under on Prometheus reference threads == 300, over half of them by TJM.
Posted by: ShainS -- Make Lustration Great Again! at December 31, 2025 12:32 PM (uhTu8)
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Open a gas station in Yuma or Bullhead City AZ. Post your gas price as required, but post a disclaimer that it doesn't apply to CA plates. When they pull up, send out an auctioneer.
Posted by: bill in arkansas, not gonna comply with nuttin, waiting for the 0300 knock on the door at December 31, 2025 11:44 AM (gm9Sb)
Hah! I'd love to watch that unfold.
Posted by: bill in arkansas, not gonna comply with nuttin, waiting for the 0300 knock on the door at December 31, 2025 11:44 AM (gm9Sb)
Hah! I'd love to watch that unfold.
Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at December 31, 2025 12:37 PM (8zz6B)
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Regular this morning at the Chevron was $4.27. Diesel was 90 cents more.
Posted by: Diogenes at December 31, 2025 11:58 AM (2WIwB)
Best local gas price here in AJ is 2.79; 3.09 just down the road. Wickiup AZ? 4.99
Word to the wise: if you travel Hwy. 93 between PHX and Las Vegas, never think of buying fuel in Wickiup. It's a racket there.
Fuel in Kingman was 2.59
Posted by: Diogenes at December 31, 2025 11:58 AM (2WIwB)
Best local gas price here in AJ is 2.79; 3.09 just down the road. Wickiup AZ? 4.99
Word to the wise: if you travel Hwy. 93 between PHX and Las Vegas, never think of buying fuel in Wickiup. It's a racket there.
Fuel in Kingman was 2.59
Posted by: Alberta Oil Peon at December 31, 2025 12:55 PM (8zz6B)
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2025 was a massive hit. Seriously, who would have predicted a closed border and 2.5 million illegals, including hundreds of thousands of gang members and criminals, sent packing? Me, I expected we might be able to get a couple hundred k deported and maybe reduce border crossings to what they were during the previous Trump administration.
That alone is a titanic win. Monumental. Because it showed that the problem was NEVER the laws, and we could always turn off the tap whenever we want. Illegal immigration was a choice we made. Not we, THEM. republicans and democrats. They decided, contrary to simply stop enforcing the law or taking it seriously. Best of all, there is no way back. At least they can't use that ploy again on us.
That alone is a titanic win. Monumental. Because it showed that the problem was NEVER the laws, and we could always turn off the tap whenever we want. Illegal immigration was a choice we made. Not we, THEM. republicans and democrats. They decided, contrary to simply stop enforcing the law or taking it seriously. Best of all, there is no way back. At least they can't use that ploy again on us.
Posted by: Green Shades at December 31, 2025 02:46 PM (ZBykU)
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The deportations are what is causing housing prices to decline. That 2.5 million illegals were living somewhere. It is also helping the budget deficit. It will reduce Medicaid costs.
Posted by: Green Shades at December 31, 2025 02:48 PM (ZBykU)
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What dragging the U.S, down is states like California, New York, Illinois, and Washington. They are functionally broke and will show zero economic growth going forward. Until and unless they change their many, many broken laws and policies, there is no hope there. No hope of economic growth.
Posted by: Green Shades at December 31, 2025 02:51 PM (ZBykU)
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The (Almost) Complete Paul Anka Integrity Kick
Primary Document: The Audio
Paul Anka Haiku Contest Announcement
Integrity SAT's: Entrance Exam for Paul Anka's Band
AllahPundit's Paul Anka 45's Collection
AnkaPundit: Paul Anka Takes Over the Site for a Weekend (Continues through to Monday's postings)
George Bush Slices Don Rumsfeld Like an F*ckin' Hammer
Paul Anka Haiku Contest Announcement
Integrity SAT's: Entrance Exam for Paul Anka's Band
AllahPundit's Paul Anka 45's Collection
AnkaPundit: Paul Anka Takes Over the Site for a Weekend (Continues through to Monday's postings)
George Bush Slices Don Rumsfeld Like an F*ckin' Hammer
Top Top Tens
Democratic Forays into Erotica
New Shows On Gore's DNC/MTV Network
Nicknames for Potatoes, By People Who Really Hate Potatoes
Star Wars Euphemisms for Self-Abuse
Signs You're at an Iraqi "Wedding Party"
Signs Your Clown Has Gone Bad
Signs That You, Geroge Michael, Should Probably Just Give It Up
Signs of Hip-Hop Influence on John Kerry
NYT Headlines Spinning Bush's Jobs Boom
Things People Are More Likely to Say Than "Did You Hear What Al Franken Said Yesterday?"
Signs that Paul Krugman Has Lost His Frickin' Mind
All-Time Best NBA Players, According to Senator Robert Byrd
Other Bad Things About the Jews, According to the Koran
Signs That David Letterman Just Doesn't Care Anymore
Examples of Bob Kerrey's Insufferable Racial Jackassery
Signs Andy Rooney Is Going Senile
Other Judgments Dick Clarke Made About Condi Rice Based on Her Appearance
Collective Names for Groups of People
John Kerry's Other Vietnam Super-Pets
Cool Things About the XM8 Assault Rifle
Media-Approved Facts About the Democrat Spy
Changes to Make Christianity More "Inclusive"
Secret John Kerry Senatorial Accomplishments
John Edwards Campaign Excuses
John Kerry Pick-Up Lines
Changes Liberal Senator George Michell Will Make at Disney
Torments in Dog-Hell
Greatest Hitjobs
The Ace of Spades HQ Sex-for-Money Skankathon
A D&D Guide to the Democratic Candidates
Margaret Cho: Just Not Funny
More Margaret Cho Abuse
Margaret Cho: Still Not Funny
Iraqi Prisoner Claims He Was Raped... By Woman
Wonkette Announces "Morning Zoo" Format
John Kerry's "Plan" Causes Surrender of Moqtada al-Sadr's Militia
World Muslim Leaders Apologize for Nick Berg's Beheading
Michael Moore Goes on Lunchtime Manhattan Death-Spree
Milestone: Oliver Willis Posts 400th "Fake News Article" Referencing Britney Spears
Liberal Economists Rue a "New Decade of Greed"
Artificial Insouciance: Maureen Dowd's Word Processor Revolts Against Her Numbing Imbecility
Intelligence Officials Eye Blogs for Tips
They Done Found Us Out, Cletus: Intrepid Internet Detective Figures Out Our Master Plan
Shock: Josh Marshall Almost Mentions Sarin Discovery in Iraq
Leather-Clad Biker Freaks Terrorize Australian Town
When Clinton Was President, Torture Was Cool
What Wonkette Means When She Explains What Tina Brown Means
Wonkette's Stand-Up Act
Wankette HQ Gay-Rumors Du Jour
Here's What's Bugging Me: Goose and Slider
My Own Micah Wright Style Confession of Dishonesty
Outraged "Conservatives" React to the FMA
An On-Line Impression of Dennis Miller Having Sex with a Kodiak Bear
The Story the Rightwing Media Refuses to Report!
Our Lunch with David "Glengarry Glen Ross" Mamet
The House of Love: Paul Krugman
A Michael Moore Mystery (TM)
The Dowd-O-Matic!
Liberal Consistency and Other Myths
Kepler's Laws of Liberal Media Bias
John Kerry-- The Splunge! Candidate
"Divisive" Politics & "Attacks on Patriotism" (very long)
The Donkey ("The Raven" parody)
News/Chat