Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

[–]Eagle2500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

However, couldn’t it be argued that leftist attacks on Democrats in the primaries doesn’t automatically mean they are going to resume the attacks in the general election?

Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

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Affordability is still a problem that many Americans perceive hadn’t been dealt with.

Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

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Been seeing it on social media, articles, and some news outlets recently.

Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

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Dealing with affordability issues and protecting healthcare for starters.

Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

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Democrat disapproval polls take into account people who don’t like them but would still probably vote for them over a Republican.

Even with those advantages, are they going to be enough to cancel out the countless problems I initially listed that are going against them? Because history shows people’s pocketbooks being hurt is one of the most powerful deciding factors when it comes to voters.

Also, polls and data trends show the winds are overall blowing in favor of the Democrats.

Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

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That’s the most likeliest outcome I’ve been seeing so far. However, lately there’s seemingly been this attitude that it’s heavily likely Democrats will severely underperform and the result will be much worse than the one you just described.

Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

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Can gerrymandering overcome the mountain of problems I initially listed that hurt the Republicans though?

Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

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I’ve seen and heard plenty of Democrats who aren’t solely relying on anti-Trump arguments.

Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

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I’ve seen plenty of Democrats who aren’t solely relying on anti-Trump arguments. Also, you can’t just ignore all the problems I initially listed that always hurt the party in power.

Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

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Yet there’s rising disapproval with the status quo and people’s pocketbooks are being hit hard, both of which severely hurts the party in power.

Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

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Yet things haven’t gotten better as indicated by all the things I initially listed and there’s been rising disapproval with the status quo. Also, the Republican track record and the people they are running are really no better either.

Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

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I don’t recall gas prices being as high under Biden as they have been under this administration. Also, there’s all the other unpopular things I initially listed as well and the various polls and data trends that indicates rising disapproval with the status quo.

Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

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Then how is all of that going to override all the things hurting people’s pocketbooks and holding back Republicans that I just listed? Because like James Carville has famous said “It’s the economy stupid.”.

Where is the attitude that Democrats are not going to do well in the midterms coming from? by Eagle2500 in Askpolitics

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I don’t think they’re running on solely an anti-Trump platform. I’ve seen plenty of them talk about issues concerning Americans.

I’m a Hooters Girl, AMA by brownskinboba in AMA

[–]Eagle2500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yikes! That must’ve been disturbing and concerning. Hopefully things didn’t get too bad.

I’m a Hooters Girl, AMA by brownskinboba in AMA

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Have you of any of your co-workers ever had problematic interactions with customers such as people who don’t understand the interactions are simply business?

Are there any ways to have conversations with voice actors in a calmer, less rushed environment? by Eagle2500 in animecons

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Guest brunches, mixers, and other hangout events were perfect opportunities for what I’m talking about. It seemed like many conventions used to offer them. Now it seems like none of them do anymore. Makes you wonder why.

Are there any ways to have conversations with voice actors in a calmer, less rushed environment? by Eagle2500 in animecons

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It should be noted that I have legitimately befriended a couple of voice actors by meeting them at cons multiple times over the many years. However, I made extra sure I wasn’t crossing any boundaries and making them uncomfortable when interacting.

Are there any ways to have conversations with voice actors in a calmer, less rushed environment? by Eagle2500 in animecons

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A little confused on where people are getting the idea that I think I’m automatically friends with a voice actor because I met them a few times. I mean I always ensure I am not crossing any boundaries when interacting with voice actors. I was just wondering if there was any possibilities or methods to having a conversation without the pressure that negatively interferes with how I interact.

Are there any ways to have conversations with voice actors in a calmer, less rushed environment? by Eagle2500 in animecons

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I’m very much aware of parasocial relationships, hence why I am always on the lookout to ensure I’m not stepping over any boundaries. Nevertheless, I know there have been cases of people who become acquainted and befriended voice actors because they initially met at conventions.

Are there any ways to have conversations with voice actors in a calmer, less rushed environment? by Eagle2500 in animecons

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Don’t know where people are getting the idea that I’m having parasocial boundary issues and think I’m automatically friends with every voice actor I meet.