And how about McConell saying he never had a conversation with Trump in regards to the Ukraine call. When Trump said McConell told him the call was innocent.
I read Mitch McConnell's statement yesterday, and he read my phone call. And, as you know, he put out a statement that said that was the most innocent phone call he's read. And I spoke to him about it, too," Mr. Trump said at the time. "He read my phone call with the president of Ukraine. Mitch McConnell, he said, 'That was the most innocent phone call that I've read.' I mean, give me a break."
McConnell replied, "You'd have to ask him. I don't recall any conversations with the president about that phone call."
@lawrence and many of you are confirming what I've been seeing the past two months. In two previous posts I'd mentioned seeing recurring visions of the big T. orange balloon being present at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade. The balloon is very deflated, occasionally elevated by some gusts of wind (I was just told "the big windbag!"), only to quickly fall again to the ground. Some people are wondering why the balloon is even there, either ignoring or choosing to walk around it.
Anyway, thanks for confirming that for me re Thanksgiving! It really comforts me. I was feeling a little distraught over the news that Barr's DOJ has begun a criminal inquiry into the Russian investigation, but kept getting a strong feeling that it will fizzle out once the s@#t hits the fan. I sense Barr will have bigger things to worry about.
I agree with @baba that an overwhelming amount of news is coming at us and that things are reaching fever pitch. Just gotta remember to b-r-e-a-t-h-e!!
I was traveling this week - very zen/relaxing time spent on beaches in Maui. I did as little as possible, made sure it was the LEAST busy time I've had in a number of years. I took time to stare at clouds and meditate.
One of the things that came to me was that Turtle Man is changing tactics. He now wants Cheetolini impeached by Christmas so that they can get Pence in place for 2020, as that will appease "the base", which even Turtle is starting to realize is starting to turn away from Cheetolini. Turtle is going to start to put pressure on the Dems, he's going to tell them "Get the articles of impeachment filed by Thanksgiving and we'll do the trial and vote before Christmas. If you don't, I won't let the vote happen after the trial, I will stall it til after the election, and even then we won't remove him if he wins."
@Jeanne-Mayell - Your vision of Pelosi alone before bed resonated strongly with me. I hope she is able to accept the message you were sending her. Next time I call her office, I will incorporate that argument of compassion for the many over compassion for one enemy.
Thank you Jeanne, Baba, Lawrence, everyone. ❤️
Throughout this presidency, my gut feeling has been one of hope that on the other side of this nightmare we will be okay; perhaps our country will be better with more people engaged in democracy and working toward greater equality for all of us. But boy, the pain of witnessing the chaos and the harm to so many vulnerable people, especially migrants, can really shake up that core feeling of hope. Hearing your predictions in line with what I feel has been DEEPLY reassuring, and now it feels like we are riding the crest of the wave, and there's hope that the corruption will be washed out. Much gratitude to you all for your support in enduring this wild ride. And for generating the loving kindness that ewe need to keep lit within all of us so that we can become the society we want to see.
As a North Carolina resident, I thought the same things that have been posted. Perhaps Burr will play a role, although it is hard to not be cynical about him, but maybe there's some decency within him that will surface. He & Tillis are well in the pocket of the NRA. Tillis is up for re-election, and I am supporting Erica Smith, an African American state senator who is fairly progressive. If she wins the nomination, I've committed to getting my super-introverted self out there to campaign for her. What a wonderful shift it would be for North Carolina to be represented by her in the senate!
But my first thought was the gerrymandering--we are floundering in our struggle to get fair district maps drawn. The predominantly liberal city in which I live is not only split between two congressional districts, a state representative got legislation passed to force our city council to be elected by districts rather than "at large" even though residents voted 75% against this prospect in a referendum. Because of that mess, our council elections were postponed and we're still waiting to see how the next election will work. Because our city still suffers the legacy of segregation, the split into districts will make it harder for African American candidates to get elected. The assault on democracy in this state has been profound.
We do have a good many people fighting to preserve our democracy, and this week my hopes were lifted even more by comments from the first-year college students in my classes who expressed their eagerness to vote (most just turned 18)--and their efforts to be informed voters and even get their friends out voting! They do not take this right or responsibility for granted, and those predictions about voter turnout seem very likely to come true!
Love to you all as we hold on through the tumultuous storm of change happening now. May it not be too long before the sky clears and the sunlight returns!
OMG, reading the recent posts about potatoes and bats from you all had me in stitches. I almost spewed my morning coffee all over my desk! Thanks for the levity during this incredibly insane time in our government. My husband and I dream of a day when we don't even think of or mention the Orange Nightmare ever again.
Laura: I got dreamy just thinking about the shores of Maui (one of my favorite beach vacations ever). So glad you are having a chance to do that.
I hope Nancy receives the right messages and does what will help steer the course of the fall of Cheetolini too!
Breaking News! I am sitting here waiting for Cummings funeral to begin. I have a morbid fascination with funerals. Bolton's lawyers are negotiating with Democrats to testify behind closed doors. The rats are beginning to jump ship. As for turtle don’t read to much into MM he is on only one side and that is HIS side. He is a Lilly livered coward who only does what’s best for him and his power grab. He, Lyndsey and Billy Barr are doing everything they can to obstruct the investigation. They are doing everything to control the narrative but Nancy and Adam are standing strong. I believe the passing of Cummings will give them new strength and determination to go forward. More and more lawsuits are being shut down. The rumor out of NY is Rudy will be arrested in the next few weeks. God help us all and protect us from the evil that these devils are trying to unleash against us.
What are ya’ll feeling about Gabbard's announcement she is not running for re-election to her Congressional seat. Word out of Hawaii is she was getting beat in the polls by her Dem opponent. I get the feeling she is not real popular in her home state. I wouldn’t put it past her to run as a third party with the Reps backing.
Had a vision last night of T in a boxing ring with a faceless opponent. As I looked at the opponent, it turned into many faces (like photos that sometimes portray Buddha) and then the face goes blank again. Nancy Pelosi was omnipresent, as if observing.
My feeling is that there are many surprising and unknown witnesses testifying against T in private. Ones he doesn't know about. And he's been trapped in the ring and must face the music for the first time in his life. One fight Old Bonespurs won't be able to run away from. He has been trapped and exposed.
@deetoo Excellent vision. Were in sync!
I don't usually get visual feelings but I did when you asked the question about Barr's criminal inquiry. I saw an old style cartoon (like Bugs Bunny era type) and a big huge doorway just falling down on a cartoon character - smooshing them. I got the feeling it's going nowhere and the cartoon character was Barr.