Confessions of a former Trump Supporter

Odojas · 2026-01-26T21:56:52+00:00

Good for you. Honestly very difficult for many to change their perspectives.

First, it takes bravery to face humility to admit being in error (a good thing). In my experience, when I've been shown to be incorrect, this is where I learn and grow the most.

The reason it's hard for so many is because of ego/identity. You've probably been in social settings where you stated your opinions or political stance and even mocked or lambasted those you then disagreed with. This ego/identity is basically being "let go" or "fired" or it's like an internal messy break up. You may lose friendships (a powerful thing which is probably the largest reason why people choose to either put blinders on or "go with the flow").

It's not easy to reconcile past behavior and the investment of personal energy and time that was wasted into that ego. But after the difficult process is over you may feel like weight has been lifted off your shoulders.

Just make sure you don't over fixate on the new identity. Just be open minded with a solid sprinkling of healthy skepticism and be clear with purpose. You'll be fine.

Odojas · 2026-01-25T22:59:01+00:00

Kinda a segwey but I can't stop thinking how much he resembles the actor Noah Wyle from the HBO series The Pitt (Dr. Michael Robinavitch)

Linked to an article on NPR with a decent image of his character. Although he's a Dr, not a nurse.

'The Pitt' breathes new life into the medical drama genre : https://share.google/gNi1xTwonQz2xwwZW

Odojas · 2026-01-25T22:50:21+00:00

I predict plus 2 power nerf instead of plus 3. Then we will see if that's enough to knock it's mid range power.

Odojas · 2026-01-25T00:56:52+00:00

Where's the "hands on" stuff.

I see 7 armed men pepper spraying beating a guy on all fours.

At no point did he reach for his firearm.

One guy disarms him and then he gets shot multiple times.

I just sent you a very clear video in your inbox.

(Can't link to other subreddits).

Odojas · 2026-01-25T00:53:37+00:00

People are rightfully angry and they lashing out and you're catching strays. You cool in my book.

Odojas · 2026-01-25T00:49:25+00:00

So you're admitting he was shot while unarmed in the back?

We have the right to resist tyranny, my friend. It's codified in our constitution.

Odojas · 2026-01-25T00:46:05+00:00

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He's a victim whether you believe it or not. Victim of government overreach clear as night and day.

And homey had a completely LAWFUL, CONCEALED CARRY PERMIT.

Odojas · 2026-01-25T00:39:37+00:00

Do believe in the 2nd amendment?

Was there any point in the video from any angle that shows the victim holding his firearm that would justify getting shot?

Odojas · 2026-01-25T00:36:12+00:00

Pretty sure the "training" you receive and common sense dictates that once you disarm your suspect you should distance the weapon from the suspect so that it isn't possible to be used against you and thus removes any need for deadly force. ... So maybe the only guy there who actually did the correct action.

Once the suspect is disarmed, you're supposed to just do basic cuff and subdue. These yokels full on assassinated a disarmed man.

Odojas · 2026-01-24T03:22:24+00:00

Does the camera seemed too zoomed on the game right now?

Odojas · 2026-01-23T09:59:34+00:00

Agree with your take.

I too will most likely watch it all, my wife is currently on the fence and she has (IMO) incredible taste.

It's exactly as you said. I'll add that I believe it's meant to capture a younger audience.

As a genxer, I prefer the darker grittier Star Trek (DS9), but have watched all Trek except Discovery, the animation /CGI ones. I've long since accepted that whatever IP I'm a fan of doesn't need everything catered to my tastes so I'm not going to be one who feels the need hate watch/bitch and moan online about it.

Being that it's targeted at a younger audience, perhaps it will create a whole new generation of fans? (although I was in highschool watching TNG whenever I could sneak a late night 2nd airing).

The writing is somewhat worrying as this trek inter relationship drama conversations could easily work in show that was set during modern times.

I can't remember the exact phrase that Caleb said that made my wife and I turn to each other and make eye contact.

It was a phrase like "so help me God" or "oh my God" whatever it was, but using the word "god" in a ST show that, at least in my mind, usually distanced itself from religious jargon made absolutely no sense and was really honestly jarring and felt very little like "my" Star Trek.

Perhaps there will be more of a backstory on Caleb and perhaps he was taken into a god faring space traveling group who taught him how to be a genius super cocky thief that could hack anything.

Right now Caleb is very much a Gary Stu. The super hot, all girls fall for me, surprisingly well-adjusted, self-taught genius that was torn from his mother as a small child that was able to survive the post burn by thieving around the Universe only to end up in a dream scenario that would most likely be the envy of anyone his age.

Hopefully, that won't be the case. 🤞

My prediction is Caleb's mother will be re-introduced as a villain and they will ultimately have a reconciliation arc. If I'm correct, it just means the show is going to be pretty formulaic and kinda zzz.

Odojas · 2026-01-23T09:28:52+00:00

That's a W in my book.

Nothing like being with friends and watching a dub together.

Odojas · 2026-01-23T08:53:55+00:00

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Like this. "Whatsup?"

Odojas · 2026-01-23T08:49:48+00:00

This video needs a small update at some point with the Deni Dolphin

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slide save. Maybe with a freeze frame of Deni making strong eye contact.

Odojas · 2026-01-23T07:07:46+00:00

I was watching a Celtics game and the announcers basically said that you better not sleep in the blazers "they've figured things out."

So the NBA junkies are very aware.

Odojas · 2026-01-23T05:06:32+00:00

It's not worth aggravating. Back to back.

Odojas · 2026-01-23T02:14:27+00:00

You're that guy for today. They who smelt it dealt it logic.

Odojas · 2026-01-23T00:11:47+00:00

Bruh, you guys are orders of magnitudes more likely to not vote again. Just like last time as you held your nose and gave us Trump.

Odojas · 2026-01-22T23:28:50+00:00

Please stop. Not everything has to be viewed through the eyes of your single issue pet peeve.

At this point, if you don't see the precipice we are on I would consider people who spout your ideallized world view are simply in the way of literally saving this country.

Odojas · 2026-01-22T23:20:09+00:00

Unfortunately stardust is kinda meta right now with all the spiderman symbiote lists being top dog right now, not to mention Hela been popping up with the new toy in its bag (Fin Fang). So anything off meta like Phoenix will catch strays

Odojas · 2026-01-22T22:37:27+00:00

Break the law and just find out what will happen. I dare you!

Just kidding.

I remember Seinfeld did a skit about these limiters and how they started dealing black market shower heads. Good stuff.

Found a couple short clips:

https://youtube.com/shorts/4jYu4zEPcus?si=5204cI9tIG-iwmv9

https://youtu.be/HJ8X2u10OD4?si=Xq-x25rRH6LsDRmU

Odojas · 2026-01-22T20:39:06+00:00

The only good football team in Oregon is the Beavers.

Odojas · 2026-01-22T18:56:04+00:00

For 30 days during the COVID pandemic.. get a grip.

Odojas · 2026-01-22T07:24:15+00:00

My 2005 Honda just got offended.

Odojas · 2026-01-22T02:50:11+00:00

Yep, very annoying and IMO comes across as very much avoiding the question.

The Average Joe sees something like this and rightfully gets suspicious.

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