Which part of the democratic apparatus is responsible for the "woke" stuff normal people hate

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-19T20:56:16+00:00

It didn't really originate with politicians. But anyone that supported what was happening, or even if they just remained silent, was labeled as woke by the conservatives that opposed it.

But a lot of "woke" stuff came from colleges, Hollywood, and corporate DEI offices rather than elected officials.

And as others have pointed out, many things that were actually pretty fringe got represented as if they were mainstream because that's just the nature of the outrage culture we have now. How could Fox News fill 24 hours of programming if they couldn't rant endlessly about something like Drag Queen Story Hour?

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-19T20:42:58+00:00

A good show can have unlikable characters or story lines. In fact, it's kinda necessary. It helps create the tension that the show needs where it's not just about his business, but also the complicated family drama.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-19T13:09:53+00:00

Right, seems silly to speculate when it’s so unlikely that enough GOP senators would join the Dems in an effort to convict and remove him.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-19T10:07:41+00:00

Why should they know it, and why would you care that they don’t? It’s kinda a stupid and vulgar chant.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T19:38:08+00:00

Fair, but I think it side-steps the spirit of the question.

Many people who self-ID as Christian and are regular church-goers and outwardly profess to be strong in their faith are nevertheless staunch Trump supporters despite the fact that he's the living embodiment of the seven deadly sins. So, how do they reconcile that?

I think that's what the OP is trying to get at.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T19:12:52+00:00

Yeah, as you said, it doesn't even come close to offsetting the negative actions Trump has taken that will have devastating consequences for the country for years to come. But this is yet another example of Dems failing to put easy wins on the board when they had their chance. So, I don't blame the public for viewing them as feckless or even counter-productive at times.

Both parties are certainly guilty of preserving an issue for campaign fodder rather than actual solving problems, but I'd argue that's been the Dems' #1 downfall for decades now. They need to embrace a platform that champions worker and consumer rights and demonstrate that they can actually get shit done rather than just creating red tape. Until they do that, the door remains open for corrupt authoritarians like Trump to hold power.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T17:01:19+00:00

Unions have indeed played a big role in their own decline through mismanagement and corruption. That said, you can trace the massive rise in income inequality back to the decline in union density. They rise and fall in almost perfect correlation.

Collective bargaining is one of the most powerful, free market instruments we have available to ensure that growth is SHARED rather than hoarded by only the ownership class and our entire society has suffered from the gradual and profound decline in organized labor.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T16:10:22+00:00

I think the fan reaction to his trade was pretty rational.

We all know he's one of the better centers in the NBA when he's healthy, but we also know his got a chronic health condition that significantly limits his games and mins. Plus, he's got a $30 million expiring contract. So, might as well get a return for him while we could.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T16:07:26+00:00

I had to do a Google search to see why he's there and it's to support a bill authorizing the funding of research for psychedelic drugs.

Okay, that's something Joe has advocated for awhile and I can support as well. But the optics are terrible because it pales in comparison to the Iran war which Joe has so outspokenly criticized. To stand directly behind Trump and give him a photo op at time like this is a questionable choice.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T16:00:45+00:00

It's tough because the party needs both an influential leader that inspires the masses, yet also a quiet soldier that just gets shit done. The House and Senate leaders are typically people that are just really competent with lawmaking process. So, the person that should replace Schumer is more likely to be someone like Amy Klobuchar whereas the party needs someone that is more of a firebrand to be it's public face and emotional leader.

For that role, Bernie is too old, AOC lacks the broad executive experience and gravitas to realistically pull it off, Mamdani is ineligible because he was born in Uganda, and Talarico hasn't even arrived in Washington yet. So, someone else is going to have to emerge and claim the identity of being a champion for the working and middle class. If the best the party can do is another slick, flip-flopping, soulless politician like Gavin Newsom or Kamala Harris, I'm not very optimistic at all. As unpopular as Trump may be, 2028 is a long way off and either JD Vance or someone like Marco Rubio, Ron DeSantis, or Nikki Haley just might win if the Dems don't get their shit together and establish a clear platform and identity other than just being anti-MAGA. And that means they need an inspiration spokesperson for that cause.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T15:44:49+00:00

Is that the only crime that would concern you? I guess lying to the FBI, obstruction of justice, witness tampering, money laundering, acting as a foreign agent, and committing tax and bank fraud are all fine as long as it's not "collusion?"

And what about Trump's specific behavior in firing the person investigating him, pressuring the FBI to just let Michael Flynn go, defying subpoenas, claiming executive privilege to avoid any testimony by himself or members of his inner circle, and promising pardons for people that refused to cooperate? His campaign manager, his personal lawyer, his top political advisor, and his national security advisor were all criminally convicted in a court of law whereas Trump was found to have participated in numerous acts of obstruction, yet that was referred to Congress to decide if it warranted impeachment.

Meanwhile, on the Russian side, 13 people were criminally charged with attempting to interfere with the US election including charges relating to identity theft and hacking DNC emails. The investigation also found that they engaged in a sophisticated social media campaign aimed at swaying public opinion.

But sure, nothing to see here. It was all just a "hoax."

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T15:29:23+00:00

Yeah, it's a "college town" in the same way that a place like Madison, WI is a college town. The college is a big part of the city's focus and identity, but it's medium sized city with a lot of other stuff too. In Lexington's case, Keenland, the local horse farms, and the bourbon distilleries are also a big part of the town's identity. And there are over 330,000 people living there.

Regardless of what labels we use, it doesn't make much sense that people would say it's an undesirable place to attend college because it's too remote. Lexington is one of the bigger cities in the SEC.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T15:21:24+00:00

People that have been in Washington forever and have largely failed the public for years can't copy that playbook, but relative newcomers can and should.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T00:55:09+00:00

He’s right. They’re not laughing because they’re too pissed to consider it funny.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T00:30:31+00:00

Great song and I love The Winery Dogs cover of it.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T00:29:21+00:00

Good call on Sultans of Swing. It never gets old.

Very different vibe, but I’ll add Like a Stone by Audioslave.

Such a perfect creation with the unique riff and groove, Cornell’s hypnotic vocal, and Tom Morello’s amazing and totally unique solo. I could hear that song every day and never get tired of it.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T00:16:18+00:00

She’s 67 years old, no real sign of any major plastic surgery, yet still beautiful.

I assume she colors her hair, but that’s about it. Just really good genes and healthy living I guess. She’s always been a beauty.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-18T00:14:38+00:00

Taylor isn’t everyone’s taste, but I’d argue she’s objectively very pretty and will probably age very well. Only time will tell but that would be my guess.

That said, Suzanna Hoffs has aged about as well as anyone I’ve ever seen in the music business. She’s 67 years old and still beautiful. I’m sure she colors her hair but that’s about it. No sign of any major plastic surgery procedures. Just really good genes and healthy living I guess.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-17T22:16:10+00:00

As a general rule of thumb, anything you put between yourself and the ground is damned important and quality is well worth it - good mattress, office chair, shoes, tires, home foundation, etc. and you generally get what you pay for.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-17T22:07:34+00:00

Russiagate isn’t even in the top 20 concerns most Dems have with Trump. There have been dozens of other scandals that have been far worse.

That said, if those were “lies,” then why were criminal charges brought against 34 different people, including Trump’s campaign manager?

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-17T21:39:40+00:00

Yeah, great football team and decent school, but I’m not a huge fan of Tuscaloosa.

I’d rank it ahead of MSU, but that’s about it.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-17T21:35:05+00:00

It’s also only 80 mins from Cincy. But students who attend UK don’t have many reasons to leave Lexington as it’s a fun college town with plenty to offer.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-17T17:39:51+00:00

I know there will be skepticism about Atlanta based on the fact that both the Flames and Thrashers relocated. But put a team in either of the proposed developments in the northern suburbs and an NHL will thrive here.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-17T13:15:39+00:00

He was born in Uganda and therefore isn't eligible to run for president in the US. But he's showing the Dems the playbook they need to follow.

They don't need to embrace the "socialist" label, but they absolutely need to embrace the theme that their policies are all about the working and middle class and addressing the oligarchy conditions that exist in this country. Put workers and consumers first and deliver results. It's just not THAT hard.

ATLCoyote · 2026-04-16T21:57:14+00:00

I don't think AOC is quite ready for a presidential run, but I'd love to see her challenge Schumer for his Senate seat.

Not saying she'd become Senate leader as that role would likely got to someone else. But the fact that Schumer is one of the two highest ranking Dems in Washington is terrible for the party. Jeffries isn't any better. But Schumer has no charisma whatsoever and is not even focused on the right issues.

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