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Near the end of the address, as expected, Trump touted the greatness of America. It came on the heels of all the nasty stuff about immigration, bolstering America’s nuclear arsenal and muddled claims about North Korea. Republicans leaped to their feet to shout, “USA! USA! USA!” I watched mostly white men shouting with glee as they cheered the snake-oil salesman in presidential garb. Something about the scene made me shudder. It was all too familiar. No matter the political or moral consequences, this was an old vision of America — an old lie — some people desperately wanted to protect.
originally posted by: jimmyx
can anyone really think that trump himself would have the mental ability to write a speech like that.....please......there is a big difference between teleprompter trump and tweet trump
originally posted by: RadioRobert
a reply to: burdman30ott6
According to CBS 43% of Dems watching approved of the speech. 72% for independents. 75% total. That's crazy numbers.
CNN's snap poll had 48% very positive, 22% somewhat positive for 70% total. They had to combine very and somewhat negative into one number at 29% so it didn't look even worse.
Then contrast that to the tantrum display on the floor during the speech -- it's stark. Not a good look.
originally posted by: jimmyx
originally posted by: RadioRobert
a reply to: burdman30ott6
According to CBS 43% of Dems watching approved of the speech. 72% for independents. 75% total. That's crazy numbers.
CNN's snap poll had 48% very positive, 22% somewhat positive for 70% total. They had to combine very and somewhat negative into one number at 29% so it didn't look even worse.
Then contrast that to the tantrum display on the floor during the speech -- it's stark. Not a good look.
the democrats that were there, were obligated to listen.....the rest of us changed the channel or did other things....this poll only represents the people that were watching....
originally posted by: jimmyx
originally posted by: RadioRobert
a reply to: burdman30ott6
According to CBS 43% of Dems watching approved of the speech. 72% for independents. 75% total. That's crazy numbers.
CNN's snap poll had 48% very positive, 22% somewhat positive for 70% total. They had to combine very and somewhat negative into one number at 29% so it didn't look even worse.
Then contrast that to the tantrum display on the floor during the speech -- it's stark. Not a good look.
the democrats that were there, were obligated to listen.....the rest of us changed the channel or did other things....this poll only represents the people that were watching....
originally posted by: jimmyx
can anyone really think that trump himself would have the mental ability to write a speech like that.....please......there is a big difference between teleprompter trump and tweet trump
originally posted by: Eshel
a reply to: jimmyx
What scares me, is he just reads off that thing without thinking.
Seriously, should we call that ICE agent "CJ" or "DJ" ? lol
Obviously he didn't read the speech off the teleprompter
originally posted by: bigfatfurrytexan
originally posted by: jimmyx
can anyone really think that trump himself would have the mental ability to write a speech like that.....please......there is a big difference between teleprompter trump and tweet trump
To write world class speeches takes a skill and talent that is beyond most presidents.
originally posted by: burdman30ott6
originally posted by: jimmyx
originally posted by: RadioRobert
a reply to: burdman30ott6
According to CBS 43% of Dems watching approved of the speech. 72% for independents. 75% total. That's crazy numbers.
CNN's snap poll had 48% very positive, 22% somewhat positive for 70% total. They had to combine very and somewhat negative into one number at 29% so it didn't look even worse.
Then contrast that to the tantrum display on the floor during the speech -- it's stark. Not a good look.
the democrats that were there, were obligated to listen.....the rest of us changed the channel or did other things....this poll only represents the people that were watching....
So, you make it a habit to commentate on stuff you didn't even bother to watch yourself?
Terms such as "out of depth," "uninformed," "bloviating," and the ever popular "talking out of one's ass" immediately spring to mind. Perhaps actually watching it would be a good move, but I get it, The Narrative™ rules all, regardless of how out of touch with reality it is.
originally posted by: bigfatfurrytexan
originally posted by: jimmyx
originally posted by: RadioRobert
a reply to: burdman30ott6
According to CBS 43% of Dems watching approved of the speech. 72% for independents. 75% total. That's crazy numbers.
CNN's snap poll had 48% very positive, 22% somewhat positive for 70% total. They had to combine very and somewhat negative into one number at 29% so it didn't look even worse.
Then contrast that to the tantrum display on the floor during the speech -- it's stark. Not a good look.
the democrats that were there, were obligated to listen.....the rest of us changed the channel or did other things....this poll only represents the people that were watching....
So the polls are wrong when its not saying Trump sucks?