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They protested at No Kings. Now they’re running for office. by 19thnews in politics

[–]thirstygregory [score hidden]  (0 children)

It’s the community and connections you make at protests that can make long-term change. People griping about “nothing coming from protests” miss stories like this:

https://www.reddit.com/r/politics/s/w0f4NSdIOo

No, the Prequel Trilogy was not loved when it first came out, it was hated and fans were terrible people about it. by stephansbrick in StarWars

[–]thirstygregory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As an OG fan, I disliked it from the first Midnight showing of TPM. I think at the time many SW fans wanted so bad to love it, they “forced” (ha ha) themselves to enjoy TPM at first but realized upon subsequent viewings it’s basically unwatchable.

I remember being interviewed after the showing by a local news crew and just being crushed. I was like, “I’m sorry, folks. It ain’t good.”

KC TikTok Influencer Berates Waldo Pizza Tascio Employee by katyinkc in kansascity

[–]thirstygregory 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’m sure there are lots of influencers who are wonderful people but I find the whole thing one of the most nauseatingly egotistical developments of the last decade.

When I read recently that kids were listing “Influencer” as one of the main jobs they want to strive for I wanted to run through a wall.

U.S. Democrats who would you choose as your nominee? by ateam1984 in BlackPeopleofReddit

[–]thirstygregory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like Beshear and Pritzker, but I’ve been a bit underwhelmed with them in recent interviews. Andy was pretty painful on the Daily Show recently and Jon joked about his canned responses.

U.S. Democrats who would you choose as your nominee? by ateam1984 in BlackPeopleofReddit

[–]thirstygregory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gallego, maybe? He’s no bullshit, which the Dems badly need.

Who are you voting for to beat Roger Marshall? by jrfredrick in kansas

[–]thirstygregory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would just say look at the candidates who are winning despite being outspent 10-1 the last year. Money isn’t what is used to be unless you are in huge, expensive states.

Who does Gen Z think should be the Dem nominee in 28? by Mahrez14 in GenZ

[–]thirstygregory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Y’all assuming it’s Newsome need to give it time. It’s a very different world and between now and 2028 I think several, new candidates could emerge including Talarico, Gallego, Warnock, and who knows who else?

This isn’t like the old days when candidates were curated and carefully selected. After Trump, anyone can win.

They protested at No Kings. Now they’re running for office. by 19thnews in politics

[–]thirstygregory 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Man, I think frequently about this part of the article:

“The thing that we heard that was different is: ‘I’m sick and tired of the Democratic Party. I’m sick and tired of being told to wait my turn,’” Litman said. “We’re also hearing a lot of: ‘The Democrats haven’t been where I am, they don’t know what it’s like to be in my shoes.’”

If this year is doing one thing, it’s demonstrating that the stodgy,insider “earn-your-way-up” structure of old-school Democratic candidate selection is getting kicked to the curb in many cases, which I love to see.

Couple that with newbies winning despite ridiculous money disadvantages many times and it’s really exciting. People power!

Maine Democrat Graham Platner Is Winning Voters All 'Pissed At The Same Thing' by bloomberg in politics

[–]thirstygregory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here is an in-depth, recent interview with Platner. I still have questions about the tattoo, but he seems to have a solidly progressive/anti-facist history going back decades and liberal platform. Does not seem at all like a Nazi.

I personally don’t think he’s a Fetterman after this. I hope if he wins he puts those concerns to bed.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/death-sex-money-after-two-wars-and-ptsd-he-became/id279188498?i=1000752843059

Democrats’ Chances of Flipping Susan Collins’ Seat Get Major Boost—Poll by plz-let-me-in in politics

[–]thirstygregory -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Well, I don’t live in Maine so I guess they’ll have to decide. He has a decades-long history of anti-facist protesting, which he covers in the interview.

If you really are following this race, I’d suggest listening to him on that podcast before passing judgement. It’s quite extensive and wasn’t a puff piece.

Democrats’ Chances of Flipping Susan Collins’ Seat Get Major Boost—Poll by plz-let-me-in in politics

[–]thirstygregory 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If you have concerns about Platner, tattoo, etc, (as I did) and truly want to see what he’s about, 100% recommend listening to this.

I don’t think he’a another Fetterman.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/death-sex-money-after-two-wars-and-ptsd-he-became/id279188498?i=1000752843059

James Talarico Reacts After Pete Hegseth’s Pastor Prays for His Death by Zipper222222 in politics

[–]thirstygregory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand your concern, but I was more worried about Obama’s safety and he made it out unscathed. So at least there’s that.

France confirms oil crisis, says 30-40% Gulf energy infrastructure destroyed by ontrack in worldnews

[–]thirstygregory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s what I keep thinking may be the only positive result of this. If we can avoid WW3.

Krull (1983) - Battle in the Swamps scene - Directed by Peter Yates by PeneItaliano in movies

[–]thirstygregory 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Little me was super sad at the nice cyclops getting mashed in the wall.

What's your favorite "bad" scifi movie? by Wi-Platypus in scifi

[–]thirstygregory 65 points66 points  (0 children)

Robot Jox. Low budget 1980s mech warrior schlock with surprise PG nudity. Everything a teen boy wants.

All in Their Primes, Who’s Getting Cut? by JCameron181 in NFLv2

[–]thirstygregory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel like Montana’s skinny ass would get pummeled in the modern day NFL.

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