mitchejw wrote:

BLS-Pride wrote:

Seems some of Europe is doing a lot and preparing to do what is necessary if needed. Dems can probably sweep the mid terms in 2026. Trump and his crew are handing them a lay up. Between ICE and the state of the country, the files being protected, the rich getting richer. The average joe getting deeper in debt. It started with NY, NJ, and Virginia. All big wins for the state government for the left. Trumps losing the independent voters he gained over Harris. His Hispanic following is shrinking. The clown show will end. The left needs to focus on the every man. Jobs, getting insurance down, affordability.

But then again the left can always fuck up an easy win. So we will see in November.

I say this respectfully.

This stuff isn’t hurting Trump.

The only demographic going more democrat is college educated women.

And they have no message or leadership.

Guess we look at different polls, numbers, and testimonials from people not on the internet. And this isn't about going democratic or turning into a liberal. This is about voting against him and his polices. Like independents that voted for one side who are unhappy with results. Like the Hispanic backing he had that isn't as strong as it was pre election.  Of course the die-hard maga will always lick his ass. But some of the old school republicans are definitely second guessing it. College educated women are usually always left leaning. A simple search for Republicans holding town halls and their people not putting up with the shit they spew is a small example. The farmers who have come out and said the exact same things. Regretting the vote. These small things can add up on election days.

And respectfully you just seem like a very jaded former liberal. Which is understandable. But not everyone is ready to throw in the towel.

AtariLegend wrote:

I just don't get why there isn't more political opposition to it in the us.

I think ppl just can't believe he's serious about it. Also, they 'why'... I mean, I know its about the Resources, but you can't just take over a country because you want their assets?! That's how wars begin.

It being a distractions a possibility. Either the epstein files, &/or the military bombing the VZ boats being a war crime. They could be covering something up with that. They've yet to release the video, and there was recent talk the planes were disguised as civilian planes. Could be guilty or war crimes. Also what was up with renaming The Department of Defense to The Department of War??

I think they're hiding something. The changing of the planes look could've been trumps idea and hegseth went along with it. 4+ years ago John Mathis, Kelly, Bolton & Tillerson were talking him out of crazy stuff like this. Now their amateurs in there doing as he says.

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Every matchup is killer...

Seahawks vs 49ers

I'm calling it now....this is the first huge upset in the playoffs. Darnold will collapse like he did last year against the Rams. Actually...I was hoping the Rams would have to go to Seattle instead of Chicago.

On the other hand, losing Kittle for the year is a huge blow to the 49ers. They were also dog shit against Seattle a couple weeks ago. McCaffrey will have to carry the load.

I just have a feeling. I also think it'll be low scoring... similar to the previous game.

Broncos vs Bills

Predicting another upset here... although not sure it would technically be an upset since this is probably the most inexperienced #1 seed ever.

Bills have to be hungrier for it than ever before...their usual adversaries not in the playoffs. Combine this with a completely untested Nix and the Bills sneak out of Denver with a win.

Bears vs Rams

I hate to say it and I hope I'm wrong....

Rams

Rams mean business and the Bears will have to essentially play mistake free the entire game. If we witness anything similar to the first half of the Packers game, it will be over quickly.

Hopefully the weather becomes a major factor. Instead of rain, I wish the football gods would give us another fog bowl.

Patriots vs Texans

This is my #1 most anticipated game. Yes...even more than the Bears game.

IMO....whoever wins this game is going to the Superbowl.

It's the biggest test of the season for both teams. Can the Patriots score on that dominant defense? Can Stroud get into a rhythm and live up to his potential? While not a perfect comparison, this year's Texans team is similar to the 2000 Ravens. The offense doesn't need to play shootouts to win. Just put up 20 points and you'll probably win...maybe 10 points if the defense gets red hot.

Win or lose...both teams had great seasons. Texans season was pretty much over right from jump street...a collapse similar to the Ravens and Redskins until their defense saved the season. That trajectory also similar to the 00 Ravens...crap until they went on that run.

I'm going with the upset....Texans in a low scoring game.

I also realize this batch of predictions probably off the mark....very low chance of 3 upsets.

We'll see....

Edit

Herbert...who gets comparisons to Josh Allen while Harbaugh claims he'll be a HOF caliber QB...was exposed as a QB who can't even read defenses.

This reminds me of Brady's criticisms of modern day QBs, their approach to the game, and how they are coached from high school, college, to the pros....and why he considers Mahomes light years above all the others.

mitchejw wrote:

I think the problem is you assume they're getting stopped because of their skin color. Do you know that for certain. Because if you do, I'd like to see it proven.

I tend to agree with Polluxm on this...and you almost seem to as well. Profiling happens to everyone to some degree. If law enforcement is restricted from enforcement by all this hysteria, then let's just not have laws anymore like George Carlin said.

Can I ask you this? How many of these people are let go, detained or arrested in your neighborhood? Are most just walking away after complying? Is there a fuck you attitude?

I'm not a huge fan of the police. But I also see the need for enforcement.

Really dude? Cause ICE is stopping people that look like me and you and asking for documentation right? Let's call a spade a spade. Most immigrants on the street aren't white, especially the ones they are looking for. One tactic of ICE besides running plates is random stops. And who do you think this targets? Not criminals mostly but just hard working people trying to make a life. This is the difference I guess between us, I don't mind law abiding people who work hard and try to better their life. Some are in the process of being legal, some aren't. There should be a path and not just detain and deport members of community cause they can't get their numbers up going after actual criminals. No American should be stopped on the street and asked for papers just cause they are a shade dark or Asian or black or whatever the fuck.

I''ve seen people offer up documentation and they are still taken into a unmarked SUV. I've seen some agents let them on their way. Those who are taken, there's no reports, no agent saying hey this is where we are taking them. A man from my state ended up across the country and died in a detainement center. But that's okay right? Cause he didn't have the right papers? Life is worth less than?

Dont turn this into a we need police thing. Cause we do, but ICE is not a police force. By law they shouldn't be questioning or detaining any American citizen but here we are. No badge numbers, wearing masks, no names on the uniform. No fucking accountability. Dem or republican this shouldn't sit right with any American.