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I watched all 4 hours of your analysis and it was amazing. After spending time handing out material at the polls for the afternoon and worrying about outcomes, it was refreshing to spend the evening with like minded friends and getting info I could never get on mainstream.
Thank you, Jared, from the bottom of my heart for providing that and everything else you do. You are a true visionary. You give us both truth and a way out. Without that, we are forever stuck in wondering why the Dems are always falling short and do not seem up to the task of truly helping their people. Kind of like the child of a battered wife who wonders why his mother cannot protect him from his father.
Thank you, Jared. There were too many tight election races. It was enough to ruin anyone's blood pressure. We need serious reform that should've happened decades ago.
If I started another party, which is absolutely what needs to happen, and it needs to be completely composed of activists willing to counteract the moronic cannibalism of the GOP and the tepid mediocrity of the DNC, I would call it the Human Party. No tribes, no lies, and no one who isn't wise. Lead from the front, and let the troops eat first because human equity is really what matters or we're a shit species that deserves to be extinct.
Thank you for this. I was telling a friend this morning I feel like we are in ground zero right now--preparing for accountability work to hand the democrats. I’ve been girding myself for this and while I feel hopeful I’m also exhausted. As a central NYS retiree I’m flinching at down ballot wins. I have done election/poll work a few times BECAUSE I’m retired and I have to say it’s a grueling day and now it’s an adventure, even in my little hamlet! As a retiree work has been replaced by caretaking in what feels like a threatening world for the past 4 years. It was odd to have poll watchers where there have never been. It was odd to see who they were! To see them need reminding about where to stand! “Responsible citizen” has taken on new meaning and I plan to incorporate that into my life. Idk HOW, but....dedicating hours per week to this world is absolutely necessary. Onward!
I watched all 4 hours of your analysis and it was amazing. After spending time handing out material at the polls for the afternoon and worrying about outcomes, it was refreshing to spend the evening with like minded friends and getting info I could never get on mainstream.
Thank you, Jared, from the bottom of my heart for providing that and everything else you do. You are a true visionary. You give us both truth and a way out. Without that, we are forever stuck in wondering why the Dems are always falling short and do not seem up to the task of truly helping their people. Kind of like the child of a battered wife who wonders why his mother cannot protect him from his father.
In appreciation,
Carolyn
Wisconsin broke my heart in two.
Thank you for your insight.
Thank you, Jared. There were too many tight election races. It was enough to ruin anyone's blood pressure. We need serious reform that should've happened decades ago.
Fantastic analysis, Jared. Thank you
If I started another party, which is absolutely what needs to happen, and it needs to be completely composed of activists willing to counteract the moronic cannibalism of the GOP and the tepid mediocrity of the DNC, I would call it the Human Party. No tribes, no lies, and no one who isn't wise. Lead from the front, and let the troops eat first because human equity is really what matters or we're a shit species that deserves to be extinct.
Thank you for this. I was telling a friend this morning I feel like we are in ground zero right now--preparing for accountability work to hand the democrats. I’ve been girding myself for this and while I feel hopeful I’m also exhausted. As a central NYS retiree I’m flinching at down ballot wins. I have done election/poll work a few times BECAUSE I’m retired and I have to say it’s a grueling day and now it’s an adventure, even in my little hamlet! As a retiree work has been replaced by caretaking in what feels like a threatening world for the past 4 years. It was odd to have poll watchers where there have never been. It was odd to see who they were! To see them need reminding about where to stand! “Responsible citizen” has taken on new meaning and I plan to incorporate that into my life. Idk HOW, but....dedicating hours per week to this world is absolutely necessary. Onward!