I love the Constitution and Bill of Rights, and the rule of law. I will be there at 4:00 in Herndon, Virginia. I am not a Marxist, a terrorist or a radical. I am a gentle grandfather. I am also an Atheist. So Senator Barrasso, f_ck you.
I'm looking forward to the time (maybe 3,900 CE, when people like Barrasso will actually research ideas/issues and try to understand them before shooting off their mouths. He obviously has no idea what atheism is or he wouldn't fear it as he does. I like this definition, although there are others, "Atheism is not an affirmative belief that there is no god nor does it answer any other question about what a person believes. It is simply a rejection of the assertion that there are gods. Atheism is too often defined incorrectly as a belief system. To be clear: Atheism is not a disbelief in gods or a denial of gods; it is a lack of belief in gods." American Atheists." So I lack a belief in his "god", I also lack belief in zeus, hera, santa clause and his eight flying reindeer. So what, how is that a problem?
Yes, but how about this, again from American Atheists (I'm not a member), "Atheism is not a belief system nor is it a religion.
While there are some religions that are atheistic (certain sects of Buddhism, for example), that does not mean that atheism is a religion. To put it in a more humorous way: If atheism is a religion, then not collecting stamps is a hobby."
Well put! I hate it when people claim atheists "believe" in science like that's our god. No, you fool, just because YOU'RE unable to think of things except in terms of blind faith that doesn't mean science is a deity.
On my way to the "I hate Mike Johnson's version of America" rally.
But I'm a little worried. What if there are atheists there? I might get atheist cooties. And if George Soros hands me a paper bag with $50,000 am I allowed to keep it? 😏
This has been the pattern Trump and his flunkies have used to date. They indulge in gross hyperbole in attempts to smear his opposition, trying to cast us as foaming-at-the-mouth radicals, when it really is the right wing that's been acting the craziest. This is why the No Kings protest today absolutely MUST BE PEACEFUL. We can't let any untoward incidents fall on our side of the ledger, and any problems coming from Trump's Gestapo must be recorded and posted or streamed (and as SAFELY as possible!).
As for Barrasso? Just one more tiresome idiot-child who apparently doesn't think he is going to get called on his words. Would love to see Adam Schiff provide a counterpoint and rebuttal!
I can't help but think that there will be pro-Trump/pro-GOP agent provocateurs in the rallies. I can even see them holding the NO KINGS signs while they plot to disrupt the events with violent acts.
Y'know, I used to rather like it in this country. I thought I was lucky to be born here, all things considered- sure, everything was expensive, but we also 𝘩𝘢𝘥 just about everything, and it's not as if the economic side of life was something I thought about overmuch when I was a child. It seemed, for a while, like we were generally moving in the right direction. Moving towards equality, one step at a time, over the constant grumbling of conservatives- but they were easier to laugh at or ignore when they were losing. But then they started winning, and 'round about a decade ago the cover of that storybook-America slipped all the way off to reveal the ugliness beneath. And today...
My country has decided, having experienced both in succession, that it preferred howling fascist madness to competence and stability.
My country is pissing off and pissing 𝘰𝘯 all of its allies around the globe, driving the world that much closer to another world war- which we all know damned well would be apocalyptic, but oh well, I guess it's worth it to see all our whiz-bang military tech toys make fireworks out of poor brown people!
My 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘺 is embarked upon what can only be described as a warm-up run for genocide, primarily targeting people so desperate and terrified that they fled their own countries to take refuge in this one... only to have 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘦 turn on them as well.
My country has not exactly been covering itself in glory lately.
It's not that our country hates you, it's just some shitstains in our country are basic haters of anyone/anything that doesn't conform to their very narrow and pathetic perspective.
I still love our country, and I'm working to fix it. For you and me both. 🫡
KKKatlikism ran me off with hate just as I was realizing I was stuck on Chuck and not Pamela. Bitchup fulton j sheen was a raging homophobe who said I deserved only death as a queer , homo, pervert. Now this entire country is turning against me.
Great pic of Hemant. It's beyond weird that one of our major parties--the GOP--has resorted to outright lies. It bespeaks a desperation as well as a devotion to a tyrant.
They don’t think it’s lies. I recommend checking out psychologist Marlene Winell’s book Leaving the Fold for a succinct introduction to how Christian fundamentalism causes developmental delays. They live in a fog of fear where words have different meanings. Orwellian language.
That could be true for the followers--I'll have to look up that book. But the people in Congress who are leading the deplorables surely know better. They have a full-on policy of coordinated lying to distract the public from what they are doing to us.
That's why I don't watch Fox Spews. I catch them lying about things that I have personal knowledge of. At that point I can't believe anything they say.
This atheist is an organizer for our own town’s No Kings, so Barrasso isn’t 100% wrong on that one point. But he is wrong about the rest of it. He should also know we are collecting food for the local church-run pantry because of his party’s complete lack of concern for the hungry, against the teachings of his religion.
Another right wing fool who appears to have lived his life in a bubble where no conservative was ever wrong about anything. He should make the effort to learn something about the wars waged by religious people in the name of their religion vs. the number of wars waged in the name of atheism. It isn't even close. In fact, I know of no war ever waged entirely in the name of atheism. He should also make an effort to explain why the Bible-belt South has some of the worst social metrics in the country.
I suspect a good portion of Barrasso's blathering came from a desire to spout words that would please his overlord. Ya gotta coochie-coo the baby, or he might cry!
I must say I was really disappointed with the whole hate America rallies. I was the only one to show up with a "Death to America" sign. These leftists just don't know how to hate America properly. At least when the right has "hate America" rallies they display Confederate and Nazi flags, which are pretty anti American
Attended the rally in my city today and was pleased to see such a huge turnout complete with creative posters. The young and the elderly were there along with those in between. Veterans were also in attendance. We were treated to music covering Woody Guthrie, Bob Dylan, and The Boss. We also sang the National Anthem and cheered loudly afterwards just to let Mr. Barrasso and his ilk know just how anti-American we are.
My only gripe is that we have to accept that this isn't a comprehension issue. It isn't an inability to comprehend. We have to just accept that they start at the position that their way of life is right and they don't see other people as equal in this country, and they are willing to engage in bad faith at every opportunity. They know what they are doing and will keep doubling down on it rather than admit they are wrong or engaging in bad faith.
gawd will never allow them to see it as bad faith. This is yet another evil of religious superstition. There is NOTHING that cannot be justified by using the name of god Their god says they are correct. Just like almost every other god. Their god says apostates and heretics must die. Just as nearly all other gods do.
I love the Constitution and Bill of Rights, and the rule of law. I will be there at 4:00 in Herndon, Virginia. I am not a Marxist, a terrorist or a radical. I am a gentle grandfather. I am also an Atheist. So Senator Barrasso, f_ck you.
Ooo! Can I use your first statement for my sign today?? It's perfect. I'll use a ❤️ for the word love. 😄
Sure
If you’re going to be a gentle grandfather, then you must also demonstrate that by saying, “please fuck you very much.”
Manners are important.
23 years ago I stopped using profanity. A great decision.
I was just teasing you a little. It wasn’t a criticism. Good for you. I try to avoid it myself.
Thank you, Marc Friedman.
I'm looking forward to the time (maybe 3,900 CE, when people like Barrasso will actually research ideas/issues and try to understand them before shooting off their mouths. He obviously has no idea what atheism is or he wouldn't fear it as he does. I like this definition, although there are others, "Atheism is not an affirmative belief that there is no god nor does it answer any other question about what a person believes. It is simply a rejection of the assertion that there are gods. Atheism is too often defined incorrectly as a belief system. To be clear: Atheism is not a disbelief in gods or a denial of gods; it is a lack of belief in gods." American Atheists." So I lack a belief in his "god", I also lack belief in zeus, hera, santa clause and his eight flying reindeer. So what, how is that a problem?
Atheism is a "religion" the same way "bald" is a hairstyle.
Yes, but how about this, again from American Atheists (I'm not a member), "Atheism is not a belief system nor is it a religion.
While there are some religions that are atheistic (certain sects of Buddhism, for example), that does not mean that atheism is a religion. To put it in a more humorous way: If atheism is a religion, then not collecting stamps is a hobby."
Well put! I hate it when people claim atheists "believe" in science like that's our god. No, you fool, just because YOU'RE unable to think of things except in terms of blind faith that doesn't mean science is a deity.
Yes the name literally means "NO god(s).
Atheism is a religion in the same way as not collecting stamps is a hobby.
If you don’t believe in flying reindeer, how can I believe in you?
On my way to the "I hate Mike Johnson's version of America" rally.
But I'm a little worried. What if there are atheists there? I might get atheist cooties. And if George Soros hands me a paper bag with $50,000 am I allowed to keep it? 😏
Hey, if that bag shows up, I WANT MY CUT!!! 🤣
If Soros gives you money, clue us in so we can go to your rally.
You can send it my way. I am not American so it's not a problem for me to take it 😁
Thank you. 🤣🌹
You know you're supposed to share that, comrade, hee hee hee?
This has been the pattern Trump and his flunkies have used to date. They indulge in gross hyperbole in attempts to smear his opposition, trying to cast us as foaming-at-the-mouth radicals, when it really is the right wing that's been acting the craziest. This is why the No Kings protest today absolutely MUST BE PEACEFUL. We can't let any untoward incidents fall on our side of the ledger, and any problems coming from Trump's Gestapo must be recorded and posted or streamed (and as SAFELY as possible!).
As for Barrasso? Just one more tiresome idiot-child who apparently doesn't think he is going to get called on his words. Would love to see Adam Schiff provide a counterpoint and rebuttal!
This atheist will be at a rally nearby this morning. Still waiting on my Soros check.
Have a GREAT time and be SAFE, please!
I can't help but think that there will be pro-Trump/pro-GOP agent provocateurs in the rallies. I can even see them holding the NO KINGS signs while they plot to disrupt the events with violent acts.
Wouldn't surprise me ... which is why we have to be SAFE and SMART.
One open Nazi and one trump ass kisser both of whom were shadowed in their every move by someone with Meidas Touch signs.
I remember "umbrella man" from the George Floyd protests. A republican provocateur who started the looting.
We will. We are on our way. Will report back later.
Y'know, I used to rather like it in this country. I thought I was lucky to be born here, all things considered- sure, everything was expensive, but we also 𝘩𝘢𝘥 just about everything, and it's not as if the economic side of life was something I thought about overmuch when I was a child. It seemed, for a while, like we were generally moving in the right direction. Moving towards equality, one step at a time, over the constant grumbling of conservatives- but they were easier to laugh at or ignore when they were losing. But then they started winning, and 'round about a decade ago the cover of that storybook-America slipped all the way off to reveal the ugliness beneath. And today...
My country has decided, having experienced both in succession, that it preferred howling fascist madness to competence and stability.
My country is pissing off and pissing 𝘰𝘯 all of its allies around the globe, driving the world that much closer to another world war- which we all know damned well would be apocalyptic, but oh well, I guess it's worth it to see all our whiz-bang military tech toys make fireworks out of poor brown people!
My 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘺 is embarked upon what can only be described as a warm-up run for genocide, primarily targeting people so desperate and terrified that they fled their own countries to take refuge in this one... only to have 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘦 turn on them as well.
My country has not exactly been covering itself in glory lately.
I'm not sure if I 𝘩𝘢𝘵𝘦 my country, even now.
But I sure as fuck don't love it anymore.
Why should I?
My country hates 𝘮𝘦.
It's not that our country hates you, it's just some shitstains in our country are basic haters of anyone/anything that doesn't conform to their very narrow and pathetic perspective.
I still love our country, and I'm working to fix it. For you and me both. 🫡
KKKatlikism ran me off with hate just as I was realizing I was stuck on Chuck and not Pamela. Bitchup fulton j sheen was a raging homophobe who said I deserved only death as a queer , homo, pervert. Now this entire country is turning against me.
Great pic of Hemant. It's beyond weird that one of our major parties--the GOP--has resorted to outright lies. It bespeaks a desperation as well as a devotion to a tyrant.
They don’t think it’s lies. I recommend checking out psychologist Marlene Winell’s book Leaving the Fold for a succinct introduction to how Christian fundamentalism causes developmental delays. They live in a fog of fear where words have different meanings. Orwellian language.
That could be true for the followers--I'll have to look up that book. But the people in Congress who are leading the deplorables surely know better. They have a full-on policy of coordinated lying to distract the public from what they are doing to us.
Have you read the republicans' Heritage Foundation paper, Project 25: manual for dictatorship. Comparing that with what goes on in Congress is a sure way to stop expecting rational, honourable moral behaviour from republicans there. FYI - https://democracyforward.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2024-05_Peoples-Guide-Pro-2025.pdf
And they have huge Amygdala as a result of all that fear and Pout-rage".
> "has resorted to outright lies."
That's why I don't watch Fox Spews. I catch them lying about things that I have personal knowledge of. At that point I can't believe anything they say.
My sources for news are many and varied, and they include CBS, NBC, and ABC's news departments, as well as NPR, BBC News, AP and UPI.
The ONLY thing I watch on Fox is football ... and that is IT.
I had to go back and look at it again. Didn't realize that was Hemant at first glance.
Yeah, me, too. Just didn't register.
I copy paste from me.
This atheist is an organizer for our own town’s No Kings, so Barrasso isn’t 100% wrong on that one point. But he is wrong about the rest of it. He should also know we are collecting food for the local church-run pantry because of his party’s complete lack of concern for the hungry, against the teachings of his religion.
Another right wing fool who appears to have lived his life in a bubble where no conservative was ever wrong about anything. He should make the effort to learn something about the wars waged by religious people in the name of their religion vs. the number of wars waged in the name of atheism. It isn't even close. In fact, I know of no war ever waged entirely in the name of atheism. He should also make an effort to explain why the Bible-belt South has some of the worst social metrics in the country.
I suspect a good portion of Barrasso's blathering came from a desire to spout words that would please his overlord. Ya gotta coochie-coo the baby, or he might cry!
In my view, you cannot give Donald Trump unconditional love and claim to care about this country.
The Venn Diagram on THAT one amounts to two circles with a few light-years between them!
There was that time during the revolutionary war when they assaulted the airports. It was a totally atheist thing.
I was there. It's true.
Excuse me, time for meds.
I must say I was really disappointed with the whole hate America rallies. I was the only one to show up with a "Death to America" sign. These leftists just don't know how to hate America properly. At least when the right has "hate America" rallies they display Confederate and Nazi flags, which are pretty anti American
You have to wear a silly, inflatable costume to prove how much you hate America.
Pure projection. Barrasshole and his fellow Republicans have proven that it is they who hate America.
Daily, just in case we have any doubt.
I can't join of course. But I can wish you all the best scenarios possible for all of you.
We appreciate the support, bro. Molte grazie!
Nice. Thank you sister.
Troublesh00ter is a guy. :)
And Straw is not one ;)
OOPS! My bad. My apologies, Straw.
Accepted of course. I could not let an opportunity like that not being used.
Aready knew Straw was a female lady of the opposite sex. :D
And I am sure Straw knows that TS is a man :)
Attended the rally in my city today and was pleased to see such a huge turnout complete with creative posters. The young and the elderly were there along with those in between. Veterans were also in attendance. We were treated to music covering Woody Guthrie, Bob Dylan, and The Boss. We also sang the National Anthem and cheered loudly afterwards just to let Mr. Barrasso and his ilk know just how anti-American we are.
Standing in solidarity...
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THEY were called criminals, also.
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My only gripe is that we have to accept that this isn't a comprehension issue. It isn't an inability to comprehend. We have to just accept that they start at the position that their way of life is right and they don't see other people as equal in this country, and they are willing to engage in bad faith at every opportunity. They know what they are doing and will keep doubling down on it rather than admit they are wrong or engaging in bad faith.
gawd will never allow them to see it as bad faith. This is yet another evil of religious superstition. There is NOTHING that cannot be justified by using the name of god Their god says they are correct. Just like almost every other god. Their god says apostates and heretics must die. Just as nearly all other gods do.
It's also an evil of conservatism. ("Conservatism cannot fail; it can only be failed.")
Brian Tyler Cohen
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The GOP call themselves The Party of Law and Order. What a joke.
The sad thing is that many of then really really really believe themselves are law abiding people.
Laws for thee, on orders from me.
Well, they have got rid of any kind of critical thinking for themselves. This is exactly what we can expect from those blind and deaf TYG followers.
It is what preachers are trained to do.