Brutal. Scathing. Accurate.

[kpete]

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[Demovictory9]

1. k&r

[musette_sf]

2. K&R

[pat_k]

3. Should be a new national ad (for DT to sue to suppress) nt

[Karadeniz]

4. An embarrassment to humanity.

[2naSalit]

22. More like an outright offense. ...nt

[Gothmog]

5. Donald Trump's ego will cost lives

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[G_j]

6. Only, not just "will" cost

already “has” cost lives!

[Hermit-The-Prog]

9. Yes, and it may be uncountable lives.

[smirkymonkey]

7. K&R

He is such a disgusting pig. I hate him so much.

[tman]

8. I think this is the most effective ad I've seen thus far.

[dalton99a]

10. Kick

[CaptYossarian]

11. Has anybody told the fool that he won Michigan?

He thinks he's getting back at the Twin Cities.

[Bernardo de La Paz]

18. He barely won it by 0.23%. He's not gutsy. He's stupid. Plus many outside of Michigan

As to voters outside of Michigan, many christians are almost by reflex polite, and are a bit taken aback as a first take when tRump says "that woman" instead of Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

When placed in context in this ad it hammers home that tRump is clueless.

If that segment of the base were President, they would at least be polite in a time of crisis where a nation would pull together. It would be a small and christian thing to do. Of course not exclusively christian.

And, of course, tRump is not a true christian. Which the more they notice the Empathy and decency of Biden, the more acceptable he becomes.

[bubbazero]

19. But, But, what about the Two Corinthians? What about them?

[leftieNanner]

23. Two Corinthians walk into a bar...

I hate this man beyond anything.

[wnylib]

24. Two Corinthians walked into a bar

for a glass of wine. Met Trump and Pence having a cup of covfefe. ....

How would you finish this?

[The Blue Flower]

12. Pedal to the metal serious

About time. Bravo team Biden.

[littlemissmartypants]

13. Sorry, I am not moved. Remember, Trump says that any publicity is good publicity.

We need to start writing him out of the script. This ad is way too nice. It calls attention to the traits Trump finds endearing. He won't even get it. His psychopath followers won't either. It highlights what they adore about him. They don’t think he's evil because he thinks like them. Let that sink in.

[ancianita]

15. +1000

[DIVINEprividence]

25. I find your comment most interesting

I think I agree with you but I am not sure. You have intrigued me. If what you are saying is true, how would you play this?

[littlemissmartypants]

32. How to Deal With a Psychopath...

https://www.inc.com/amy-morin/advice-from-a-therapist-5-ways-to-with-a-psychopath-at-work.html

How to Deal With a Psychopath...snip...

If you must deal with a psychopath, try these five strategies:

1. Keep Your Emotions in Check

No matter how frustrated or upset you feel, keep your emotions in check. Losing your cool gives a psychopath more power over you, as he'll see that he can manipulate your emotions. Present a calm demeanor at all times.


2. Don't Show That You're Intimidated

Psychopaths often use intimidation to control others. A psychopath may make subtle threats, stand over you while you're talking, or use aggressive language to get you to back down. Stand your ground in an assertive manner, and report incidents of bullying or harassment to human resources.

3. Don't Buy Into Their Stories

Psychopaths often use long-winded tales to paint themselves as victims. They often blame other people and refuse to take any responsibility for their wrongdoing. Showing sympathy for them plays into their hand, so keep discussions centered on facts only.

4. Turn the Conversation Back on Them

Pointing out a psychopath's flaws can be the best way to disarm them. So when a psychopath blames someone else, turn the conversation back on them. Say something like, "Are you doing OK today? I saw how you responded in the meeting today and I wonder if you might be stressed out."

5. Opt for Online Communication Whenever You Can

A 2016 study published in Personality and Individual Differences found that psychopaths excel at negotiating when they're communicating face-to-face. Online conversations make it difficult--if not impossible--for them to charm their way into a better deal. So consider requesting all communication occur via email if you can.

Build Your Mental Strength
If you can't escape daily interaction with a psychopath, it's especially important to work on building your mental muscles. Get proactive about taking care of yourself and managing your stress.

If you're struggling, consider talking to a mental health professional. It's difficult to stay mentally strong when you're working alongside a toxic person.

[drmeow]

39. These are how to deal with a psychopath

directly. They don't have any bearing on how to persuade cult followers to leave a cult.

I'm not saying you aren't right just that this data isn't relevant to your argument.

[littlemissmartypants]

40. What argument? The post is a direct response to a question by DIVINEprividence.

And you are being a bit of a buttinsky.

I'm not now, nor was I then, interested in starting a discussion about cults and their members.

[drmeow]

41. You made a claim - this won't convince Trump's followers

Someone asked you for clarification.

You provided a response - here's how you deal with a psychopath.

This is an "argument" from a philosophical perspective (not a fight-argument) - as if you were writing a paper laying out a case (argument) for something.

I'm saying your response does not support your claim - not that your claim is necessarily wrong, just that the case you make does not support your claim.

As for the "buttinsky" - you're posting on a public forum, if you don't want people to comment make it a PM.

[littlemissmartypants]

42. Full ignore. nt

[wnylib]

26. Good points. Alternatives

might be to eliminate any mention of Trump and focus solely on what Dems propose in handling the crisis. Hit the areas that most concern people, e.g. relief from health insurance deductibles and copays during the crisis. Plans for economic recovery, a Medicare option, how to proceed gradually with a return to work, following medical guidelines, etc.

In other words, show the leadership that the people crave and that Trump lacks. Just show a contrast without mentioning his name at all.

It works for Cuomo in his covid 19 briefings, and he's not even running.

[brush]

37. Nah, it uses his own hateful words against him over and over and over.

We need to keep his sorry, inept hatefulness in the voters faces.

Your approach can work too. There are many ways to attack that orange pustule.

[CatWoman]

14. K; R

[Bernardo de La Paz]

16. Now who says Democrats don't know how to message. What makes this potent

One unremarked thing about Biden's ad that makes it very effective is that it hits while the events are fresh, fresh in the memory of viewers.

It's timely. Out there fast.

tRump thinks his daily presser rallies are great PR, but Biden is pouncing and reminding voters of his failures as they happen. tRump's daily performances provide so much material.

[avebury]

17. K&R nt

[Trueblue Texan]

20. Wonder if he considers how many red state parents have kids living in Washington...hand up here.

[lunatica]

21. And no one needs to make anything up for ads

This ad simply tells it like it is.

Gasp!

[iluvtennis]

27. Like the ad. The only change I would make would be to start with the charts at end and

follow with the video the clips.

[cilla4progress]

28. Yes...for this I "hacked into" my husband's FB to post to my fellow

Washingtonians... at the risk of his ire (he doesn't like it when I do that).

Can't people see this for what it is? Genocidal. Homicidal. Psychopathic.

[GeorgiaPeanut]

29. Fuck Trump

Good for Hoarse Whisperer

[Ms. Toad]

30. Brilliant. n/t

[DispondentRepublican]

31. Forwarding to JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF

...As much as I despise having to!!

[MontanaMama]

33. Kick.

Gawd I hate this man.

[Vogon_Glory]

34. Oh, dear. Someone's fee-fees just got bruised

I think I’m going to go cry...

On second thought, no I’m not.

[Harker]

35. Nice start. Pile it on! n/t

[Upthevibe]

36. Every now and then Stephanie Miller plays just the words from the

character of Jesse Pinkman (Aaron Paul - Breaking Bad) when talking about the Walter White character (played by one of the finest actors of our time, Bryan Cranston).

I pulled up a montage on YouTube:

[Tarheel_Dem]

38. You're right. Sadly, that is brutal and accurate. n/t

[Omaha Steve]

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