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Trump 2016: Yes. We. Can.

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout: Debate & Discussion' started by Honey Bear, Aug 5, 2015.

  1. Nook

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    They are bikers.... what the hell do you expect?

    They don't really have any redeeming qualities from a societal standpoint unless you want some chicken feed.
     
  2. TheRealist137

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    Has Trump said anything outrageously stupid today yet? I feel like he's due for:

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  3. JeffB

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    Not so much outrageous in terms of shock value but he did release generalities regarding his outrageously stupid "economic plan."
     
  4. Aceshigh7

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    If you are too proud or stuck up to support Trump, simply because you don't like him or don't consider him a real Republican, then you are doing your small part to ensure that Hillary becomes president, which in turn will ensure a liberal lean to the SCOTUS for decades to come. Anyone that is okay with Hillary becoming president just so they can thumb their nose at the Republican party for nominating Trump is not a true Republican or Libertarian.
     
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  5. Deckard

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    Bull****. I've lived in Austin since 1980 and my significant other was a executive on a commission that reports to the legislature for 30 years. We've both met and gotten to know numerous Republicans. Unlike most of the time we've been in Austin, today the Republican Party is in 2 camps. The "tea party" Republican extremists that are currently in control of the Legislature, many of whom like Donald Trump, and traditional Republicans exactly like Kevooo, who can't stand Trump.

    In my opinion, you owe him an apology. Were I a Republican, I would find your remark insulting.
     
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    <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Susan Collins officially says she will not be voting for Trump. <a href="https://t.co/Us8mEHPxV6">https://t.co/Us8mEHPxV6</a></p>&mdash; Gideon Resnick (@GideonResnick) <a href="https://twitter.com/GideonResnick/status/762818782725345280">August 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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  8. Aceshigh7

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    I owe him nothing if he is indeed willing to see this country endure 4 years of Hillary simply because he doesn't like the Republican nominee.

    I couldn't stand many of the other republican candidates for president but if any of them won the nomination, I would be supporting them without question. It's called pragmatism and bigger picture thinking and not being so egotistical and butthurt that you cut off your nose to spite your face (or in this case, your nation's).

    He called himself a Libertarian. Hillary is the candidate in this election that will infringe upon personal liberty the most, by far. It is unthinkable that anyone who considers themself a conservative or a libertarian would ever be okay with a Hillary presidency.

    I am a registered Republican as well.

    If he truly likes Hillary more than Trump, that's his preference. But don't label yourself a republican or a libertarian if your preference is Hillary over Trump. That, in and of itself, is offensive.
     
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  9. Deckard

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    Please explain what "personal liberties" you will lose if Ms. Clinton is elected president. While you're at it, explain how electing Mr. Trump is going to be good for the country, putting aside your fear of Ms. Clinton. Thanks in advance.
     
  10. SamFisher

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    Not sure but it may have something to do with rumors regarding this

    NAMBLA Becomes Donald Trump's Birther Moment
     
  11. Kevooooo

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    Yah, sure, I'm too prideful to allow someone like Trump to attach the Republican name next to what would be his disastrous presidency, causing irreparable damage and potentially costing them dearly in future elections.

    And I have zero faith that Trump will do anything that he says he will do. How can I vote for a candidate that I fundamentally do not believe. THAT'S a wasted vote. A vote for someone I don't even believe in, let alone the things he says I disagree with.

    It's not about thumbing the Republicans nose in it. It's about doing what is right for the future of our country. And sorry, but the Supreme Court is not worth the scar of a Donald Trump presidency. Especially at this point in time, when tensions are extremely high around the world. We need a serious leader to combat ISIS. We need a serious leader to combat our economic and societal woes. Donald Trump will only make matters worse. His telling "telling it like it is," in this no-holds-barred manner will only inflame and exacerbate our problems, particularly concerning ISIS and Islamic extremism.
     
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  12. el gnomo

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    LMFAO and you are too proud/stupid to realize how much of a dumpster fire Trump is. Though at this point, I really don't expect much out of any of you. Thankfully, evolution will eventually weed you people out.
     
  13. RocketsLegend

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    LMAO says the dumbass Hillary supporter
     
  14. Carl Herrera

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    <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">50 GOP officials sign a letter declaring that Trump “would be the most reckless president in American history” <a href="https://t.co/QglcBt9uog">https://t.co/QglcBt9uog</a></p>&mdash; The New York Times (@nytimes) <a href="https://twitter.com/nytimes/status/762721333268668416">August 8, 2016</a></blockquote>
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    <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">By my count: 5 GOP Senators have stated they won't vote Trump; 6 others don't support him (without going that far). That's 20% of caucus.</p>&mdash; Taniel (@Taniel) <a href="https://twitter.com/Taniel/status/762833565138563072">August 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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    <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">&quot;no&quot; group: Collins, Graham, Kirk, Sasse. &amp; Heller [who left door open],<br><br>silent/unclear group: Cruz, Flake, Gardner, Lee, Murkowski, Toomey</p>&mdash; Taniel (@Taniel) <a href="https://twitter.com/Taniel/status/762834635856371712">August 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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  15. Aceshigh7

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    Briefly:

    Monetarily
    Under the proposed tax policies of each candidate, I would receive a significant tax reduction under Trump and a slight tax increase under Clinton. I can choose better what to do with my money than the federal government can.

    Firearms
    Trump has the endorsement of the NRA. Meanwhile, Clinton has proposed a 25% tax on the sale of new firearms. She would also be tasked with appointing the next supreme court justice and if she appoints a liberal justice as she certainly will, future 2nd amendment rulings in the vein of DC vs. Heller and McDonald vs. Chicago will certainly be ruled differently. Those verdicts were narrow even with Scalia on the Supreme Court. With a Hillary appointee, future verdicts in cases of this ilk will not be decided in favor of citizen's rights as gun owners. My rights as a gun owner will be far more protected with Trump as president and a conservative judge (a list of whom has already been published) appointed to fill Scalia's vacancy.

    Health Care
    The health plan that I had prior to the passage of Obamacare no longer exists. I now pay more and receive less coverage. My insurance company has publicly stated that this is the result of constraints imposed by Obamacare. Trump has vowed to repeal and replace Obamacare with a more open, market based, competitive system. Obamacare will not change under a Clinton presidency, thus continuing to impose constraints on my ability to best choose and manage my own healthcare.
     
  16. Rashmon

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    Correction: most likely eight years.
     
  17. Carl Herrera

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    <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ManyPeopleAreSaying?src=hash">#ManyPeopleAreSaying</a> Hey Republicans &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/trumptrain?src=hash">#trumptrain</a> remember this quote of <a href="https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump">@realDonaldTrump</a> Insulting you all? <a href="https://t.co/geYxBCh6PB">pic.twitter.com/geYxBCh6PB</a></p>&mdash; JhopeG (@Hope_ful1980) <a href="https://twitter.com/Hope_ful1980/status/762808707235274752">August 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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  18. A_3PO

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    Donald Trump the prophet.
     
  19. Sweet Lou 4 2

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    I am pretty sure that's fake
     

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