The people supporting Hitler weren’t smart either Why the hell is Congress going along with this coup? - ThreadSky

dedeexploringpnw.bsky.social • 7 days ago

The people supporting Hitler weren’t smart either
Why the hell is Congress going along with this coup?

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🚨🚨🚨 IT’S NOT JUST AN #AUTOCOUP #AUTOGOLPE #COUP IN THE US NOW, THE TRAITORS ARE ASKING FOR KREMLIN HELP TO CONSOLIDATE WHILE THE KREMLIN HAS GOALS OF WEAKING THE US, CONSOLIDATING FOR KRASNOV, USING THE US TO ATTACK THE EU/NATO. THE WEST IS “RESPECTING” SOVEREIGNTY FROM THE OUTSIDE.

eunicecycle.bsky.social•7 days ago

Because Trump might send out a mean tweet and one of his insane minions might try to kill them or their family. Unfortunately it's a real concern. Stochastic terrorism is a means of control when it is a real threat.

nahnopenada.bsky.social•7 days ago

We keep hanging out starbon midterms. Two years down the line. We should really be asking what might interfere with that.

nahnopenada.bsky.social•7 days ago

To dumb to fear the real problems hurdling at them. Only fear is of Chump.

fudgerubdown.bsky.social•7 days ago

Occams razor: because it's what they want. Because it won't negatively affect them if they go along with it. Dems too.

buckthezuck.bsky.social•7 days ago

Because they’re also in that boat… how many conservative congressman have any semblance of intelligence?

redbeez.bsky.social•7 days ago

Because the only people who seem to run for office anymore are opportunists, grifters, status seekers, and of course our favorite: sociopaths and narcissists. We don’t value real leadership skills. Emotional intelligence and quiet introspection is looked down on. Just talk a good game and you’re in.

redbeez.bsky.social•7 days ago

This is life in the USA anymore. Dumb and dumber. Grown adults obsessing over the fucking Kardashians and the Real Housewives shallow materialistic garbage. Thanks for leading us here with your stupidity America. Thanks.

facts-only.bsky.social•7 days ago

They are afraid of Donald
Trump.

whirledbizarre.bsky.social•7 days ago

Right on. Are the German officials who allowed Hitler to take full control highly regarded as wise decision makers? Does anyone look back at them and celebrate their strength and foresight? Nobody.

jacklbrand.bsky.social•7 days ago

Republicans are going along with this because their primary motivation all these years has been "owning the libs", i.e. overturning all social progress from the last several decades.

Someday they will ALL say they didn't support him, but no idea when.

mysteryshopper.bsky.social•7 days ago

Fear. Two of the biggest publishers in the US are owned by Trump and Musk. They just need to name and shame anyone on X or Truth Social and they'll get death threats and all the other disgusting behavior by MAGA

creativeculinary.bsky.social•7 days ago

Because they are all cowards; afraid that trump will support an opponent in a primary. They don't get it, we maybe never have more primaries if they don't show any courage.

manchester18.bsky.social•7 days ago

Money talks, sh-- walks

mrchip.bsky.social•6 days ago

Some have had families threatened (some stop running because of this) some are threatened with primaries and either way the whole lot of them are cowards. The ones in the cult, they just wanna grift or are truly fucking stupid and traitorous. Very dark and very stupid times.

dladypatriot.bsky.social•7 days ago

1. Citizens United allows corporations to matter more as corporations can donate more than an individual voter; 2. Most Americans have grown soft & politicians are no different.

k80b.bsky.social•7 days ago

💰💰💰💰💰💰💰

mopecore.bsky.social•7 days ago

Because if this were 1933 Germany, they'd be supporting Hitler

2kindsjustice.bsky.social•7 days ago

GOPCongress going along with coup because they caved-in to the threats and became part of the coup

funnynora.bsky.social•7 days ago

They’re fascists, too? That’s my working theory.

johnhagal.bsky.social•7 days ago

Math is why. Until GOP congressstooges hear from *many* of their red voters the math doesn't work.

solitaryman11.bsky.social•6 days ago

They aren't holding "town hall" meetings because they can't handle the questions.

asiegel.bsky.social•6 days ago

Three Monkeys solution: no see, speak to, hear constituents means constituent complaints don’t exist (and it is all left-wing extremist agitators).

michaudjp.bsky.social•7 days ago

Ironically this could be why they will agree on skipping next elections cycle and finish the coup.

GOP reps: "I'm gonna lose my seat so better agreed with Trump applying martial laws or just indefinitely postponing midterms".

clunday.bsky.social•7 days ago

They are hearing from them. Many of them. The problem is you have some GOP stooges who tell media that it wasn’t their voters but “antifa” and the “liberal left”

thesupere.bsky.social•7 days ago

E.v.e.r.y.f.u.c.k.i.n.g.t.i.m.e.

johnhagal.bsky.social•7 days ago

Agreed. It has started. And the deflection is a tried and true strategy. I think that's why the Dem's current (apparent) strategy of not doing anything that enables the deflection is not a bad strategy. Makes it less plausible and allows the blame to stay where it belongs (imperfectly of course).

asiegel.bsky.social•7 days ago

Disagree seriously.

@democrats.org should be demonstrating / executing mass resistance.

Such as measures to #ShutDownTheSenate with zero votes for Trump regime’s nominees

johnhagal.bsky.social•7 days ago

https://goodpoliticsbadpolitics.substack.com/p/confirming-the-cabinet-a-senate-democrats

johnhagal.bsky.social•7 days ago

Only sustained demonstrations are effective. And going back to my first point, the math doesn't yet work. It's comparatively easy for the GOP admin to dismiss the protests of blue voters. For your second point, that's petty much what happened. I'll track down an article that described it better.

asiegel.bsky.social•7 days ago

Most D Senators have voted no but almost all Trump nominees have had D votes to confirm

asiegel.bsky.social•7 days ago

There isn't one ("the") problem
- Many (most?) are true Faux News / et al believers (drunken with the KoolAid)
- Scared of physical threats
- ...

clunday.bsky.social•7 days ago

I wasn’t saying there was one problem. I was answering their post. But thank you for assuming I meant that there was only one problem here

asiegel.bsky.social•7 days ago

Engaging in conversation ... still might/would have put "a" (or "a serious") rather than "the"

semilazygamer.bsky.social•7 days ago

Consider that many of them are just not hearing from their voters because they didn't agree with them.

Like this guy.

https://bsky.app/profile/kolyin.bsky.social/post/3ljdaxqbmec2x

johnhagal.bsky.social•7 days ago

Yep. Had that experience with my own previous Senator who NEVER had a town hall in the first place.

Staffs track phone calls tho.

madgemlaments.bsky.social•7 days ago

I have heard from several sources that the ☠️ threats to their families are keeping them in line.

fozzyosbourne.bsky.social•7 days ago

Yes. They are afraid of a primary challenge from a Trump backed sycophant. Even if the sycophant loses in the general election, the incumbent is still gone.

asiegel.bsky.social•7 days ago

How many of them are delusional enthusiastic supporters? That is a pretty good share (serious majority) of the House and Senate GOP.

johnhagal.bsky.social•7 days ago

I think 60% of Trump voters are pure haters. That's only ~20% of the total population tho. The congressstooges will vote with the wind which, in fairness, is a good chunk of their job description.

fozzyosbourne.bsky.social•6 days ago

Someone else posted last week that a time will come soon for the incumbents to decide if they are going to be primaried by a Trump loyalist or by a "traditional Republican" tired of this shit.

johnhagal.bsky.social•6 days ago

It'll only matter who they think they might lose to.

bawl.bsky.social•6 days ago

no one cares about hearing shit.

The GOP will happily ride this fascist tide as long as they keep winning elections. Trump/Elon will use their war chests for the midterms propping up all those crappy republicans making them even more slavish.

Until America votes MAGA out en masse there is no hope.

ogbobbythunder.bsky.social•7 days ago

Thy are hearing about it, which is why senior maga leadership told them to quit holding town halls. Can’t be accountable for their actions, just keep ramming issue after issue through.

asiegel.bsky.social•7 days ago

Many are going MIA and will (like Comstock) then smirkingly say "I'm not hearing anything like that ..." when it comes to complaints about Trump-Musk-DOGE illegal and destructive actions.

https://bsky.app/profile/asiegel.bsky.social/post/3lj3jfwc2uc24

karrifromoregon.bsky.social•7 days ago

So far they are hearing from the worst of us, barking like excited seals over the destruction of fellow American's careers & lives. My fellow-country men applauding "lib tears" (who celebrates tears?)- it's all so sad. Until we drown out their voices, the GOP will continue destroying our democracy.

johnhagal.bsky.social•6 days ago

To be honest, I think the Evangelical "Christian" churches are the greatest opportunity to influence. Theoretically they're at least familiar with the teachings of looking after one another including the least of us. There *should* be a point where the cognitive dissonance gets to loud.

karrifromoregon.bsky.social•6 days ago

So far it's been quite the opposite, back to his 1st term when they got on-board regardless of baby mamas, porn star payoffs & living in a golden palace worshiping the almighty dollar. But I love your optimism that enough can be reached by appealing to people's better selves. I hope you're right.

crisscrossdude.bsky.social•7 days ago

In the mean time, we’re a month out from two special elections for house seats. That awful budget passed by two votes. Channel your frustration into some actblue

slpbee.bsky.social•7 days ago

I donated to both

crisscrossdude.bsky.social•7 days ago

jadeloft.bsky.social•6 days ago

Another special election in New York coming up too.

https://blakegendebienforcongress.com

crisscrossdude.bsky.social•6 days ago

Looking forward to it

dedeexploringpnw.bsky.social•6 days ago

Me too!

mcogswell.bsky.social•7 days ago

Why? they wasted all our money with the election and are still doing nothing.

anniemayi.bsky.social•6 days ago

Let’s get caught trying.

johnhagal.bsky.social•7 days ago

I think the why is self evident. In case it's not, the GOP house majority is 2 seats. Every committee leadership changes when the house flips.

dedeexploringpnw.bsky.social•6 days ago

Agree, these races are critical

crisscrossdude.bsky.social•7 days ago

Makes sense, see you in “camp.”

rcinnc1.bsky.social•4 days ago

Part 2 This isn’t just about Florida; it’s about protecting our democracy and ensuring a future where our rights and freedoms aren’t under attack.

Join us by contributing to both Gay Valimont and Josh Weil's campaigns today.2/2 PLEASE PASS THIS ON.

rcinnc1.bsky.social•4 days ago

CRITICAL ...
@dicktaylor.bsky.social
We have two special elections coming up on April 1st that could tilt control of Congress back to Democrats, and stop Trump's Project 2025 agenda in its tracks.

Their victories will be key to flipping Florida blue and securing a Democratic House majority.1/2

esigns0822.bsky.social•7 days ago

Can we confirm that these are actually democrats and not some candidate being forced and funded by a conservative pac

crisscrossdude.bsky.social•7 days ago

I can confirm they are registered as democrats and running against registered republicans

olenatheshroomlady.bsky.social•7 days ago

Budget is not passed. It was just a proposal of the budget. The whole fluff was to get people of their backs. Get more townhalls, round up reps to talk to the constituents. Press and press more.

crisscrossdude.bsky.social•7 days ago

Oh boy. Okay, this is not the time for that. We are within striking distance of reclaiming the power of the purse and the power of impeachment. Eyes on the prize

patticris-258.bsky.social•7 days ago

Got it

joshdsw.bsky.social•7 days ago

Done

crisscrossdude.bsky.social•7 days ago

jmbnpa.bsky.social•7 days ago

Just donated to both.

crisscrossdude.bsky.social•7 days ago

theparagon.bsky.social•7 days ago

If these mostly red districts don’t vote overwhelmingly blue, then the shitshow will continue.

jadeloft.bsky.social•6 days ago

If Muskrat doesn’t interfere with those elections too.

cgremlin.bsky.social•7 days ago

Yes, midterms is where we'll see just how angry some of our fellow voters really are about all this. Enough to finally step across party lines? Or will they say 'yeah it's not good & Im suffering, but gotta vote red no matter what'?

crisscrossdude.bsky.social•7 days ago

We can hope for the best while combining our resources to give them the support they need to meet this challenge

cindycoffell.bsky.social•7 days ago

Three special elections. One in NY 21 for Stefaniks seat.

jadeloft.bsky.social•6 days ago

https://blakegendebienforcongress.com

dedeexploringpnw.bsky.social•6 days ago

✅

crisscrossdude.bsky.social•7 days ago

When they announce a date for that one I’ll push it too

cindycoffell.bsky.social•7 days ago

Yes. I realized the other two are soon coming.

jamscottish.bsky.social•7 days ago

Until Congress stops looking at the Red Math and starts looking at the United States health, we are the dying Roman Empire. If they continue to only focus on what is good for themselves, put up the distress signs because we are a sinking ship. And no one is coming to save us.

artmoreorless.bsky.social•7 days ago

They are already hearing from them. And they're running away. Math is right, but not the math you're thinking of. It's the math of money, as in, how much money can they make off the government.

johnhagal.bsky.social•7 days ago

Both maths are right, just with different parties. You're absolutely right that there is a group motivated primarily by money.

gopho.bsky.social•7 days ago

Yes and ... Apparently a number of them have been receiving threats, their families too.

dedeexploringpnw.bsky.social•7 days ago

They need to go public with any threats

gopho.bsky.social•7 days ago

I agree, but also that won't change the danger they are in...and not like I'm feeling all that sorry for them. They made this mess.

seadawg.bsky.social•7 days ago

Congress?

The majority in both houses are active participants in the Russian plot to destroy America.

This is what America voted for.

gardinlady.bsky.social•7 days ago

Cowards who want to keep their jobs but are not doing their jobs

omarcoming3.bsky.social•7 days ago

They don’t want to have to find real jobs. They’ll be primaried - or worse, depending on what Leon and his goons have gathered on them. Notice there haven’t been any GOP scandals in awhile?

crazycatlady6.bsky.social•6 days ago

I am reading “Blitzed”. It’s about Germany, WWII and meth. Apparently their military and civilians were addicted to it. My point is, maybe we need all of congress and the executive branch Friday tested. I know. My idea won’t catch on.

saintnick98.bsky.social•7 days ago

Because most of the Rs are part of the coup.
It's not hard to see. Just listen to who they support.
Years ago, a group of them went to Moscow on July 4th.
Trumps relationship with Putin goes back to the 1980s.
His admiration for his kind if power is undeniable.
He wants to rule the US the same.

omicron416.bsky.social•7 days ago

Let me fix that for you:
"Because ALL of the Rs are part of the coup."

They're more interested in their positions of power than anything else, so they put party over country and do nothing to stop Little Donnie Krasnov because they want to continue riding the grifty train.

oscaracostajd.bsky.social•7 days ago

Exactly. https://bsky.app/profile/oscaracostajd.bsky.social/post/3ljdgdpfrgs2d

asiegel.bsky.social•7 days ago

Personally, I don't like this. Yes, there are corrupt people out for their own interests -- in all walks of life -- but vast majority of those (including huge share of politicians) are actually interested in PUBLIC SERVICE not personal enrichment.

https://bsky.app/profile/asiegel.bsky.social/post/3lj3gvgi3ys2w

oscaracostajd.bsky.social•7 days ago

I’m not sure I’m seeing that. I’d argue pretty much every problem in this country can be tied to the ridiculous amount of money in politics, largely due to the kind of people a ridiculous amount of money attracts to politics.

asiegel.bsky.social•7 days ago

For better or worse, I have spent a life around public servants of many types -- including elected officials. The vast majority of even the last certainly come off as primarily focused on (their) definition/understanding of trying to achieve good/better.

Certainly have encountered corrupt but...

dedeexploringpnw.bsky.social•7 days ago

We can thank the corrupt Supreme Court for Citizens United and McCutcheon which put billions of dark money 💴 in our elections and politics

dann1960.bsky.social•7 days ago

Because the Republicans are, by nature, spineless creatures.

cat22nc.bsky.social•7 days ago

romza.bsky.social•7 days ago

Because they will be no free and fair elections no more. So they don't care. They can piss of every one, I'm betting the midterm will be a supermajority for the GOP, even if all the poll predict a blue wave.

domingosmcc.bsky.social•6 days ago

They are not stupid, they are cowards.

marriedcatlady.bsky.social•7 days ago

They’re more greedy than smart.

rose1sea.bsky.social•7 days ago

Most if not all of the repubes have been bribed, threatened, or both, if they don't buy the lune.

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pjhvan.bsky.social•7 days ago

Because the republicans in congress aren’t smart either

They’re Stupid folk elected by dumb sheep

chrismardell.bsky.social•6 days ago

They’re fucking cowards, that’s what they are

sparker0905.bsky.social•6 days ago

They're making money on the inside. They don't actually give a single shit about their constituents

solitaryman11.bsky.social•6 days ago

They accept his threats over the Constitution.

mrparts.bsky.social•7 days ago

That’s pretty much it. A hermetically sealed bubble of stupid people electing stupid people 🔄.

charliesawyer.bsky.social•6 days ago

And they are cowards

pjhvan.bsky.social•6 days ago

They’re such snowflakes they need an AR15 to go and buy milk

domingosmcc.bsky.social•6 days ago

They are not stupid, they are cowards.

mado007.bsky.social•7 days ago

I don't think that's quite right.
Half of them are greedy and just want to enrich themselves.
The other half are terrified and cheer the bully, hoping he never turns on them.

natlerou15.bsky.social•7 days ago

Many things can be true at the same time

only2be.bsky.social•6 days ago

Why not both? Greedy cowards, every one!

mado007.bsky.social•6 days ago

Quite!

talonir.bsky.social•7 days ago

I think many of them are feeling the pressure. The rank has held because:
a) Elon has promised to personally bury anyone who challenges this admin in millions given to primarying them.
b) Most of them understand whoever breaks rank first is going to have Trump go after them with everything.

asiegel.bsky.social•7 days ago

Hearing more and more RUMINT (rumor intelligence) of direct threats to GOP politicians and families.

Search for this: multiple Republicans made comments about not voting for Trump impeachment due to fears for their/their family's safety.

karijohn.bsky.social•7 days ago

But I am tired of this excuse really. They have options resign being the first one. Also if they are so threatened then they should speak out. Let the public know this is happening. IMO they may be scared but in reality they are determined and complicit in their commitment to destroying the country.

asiegel.bsky.social•7 days ago

Oh, I'm not happy with this.

When faced with the Normandy beaches, these GOP members would have turned their boats away.

talonir.bsky.social•7 days ago

France didn't even sign over 50% of its rare earth minerals to us before we looked at liberating them. We were getting the shaft!

talonir.bsky.social•7 days ago

You would not get any defense from me of people who agree to represent constituents and then support something so rejected even by their own safe gerrymandered district that they can't have a town hall meeting. That corruption is special to this moment in the Republican party AND its voters.

talonir.bsky.social•7 days ago

Yup. It's really scary and sick. Same with many of the senior Republicans who were going to vote in the impeachment. They were told "think about your families."

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