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In reply to the discussion: No, Ben Carson ISN'T "stupid"... it's worse than that: [View all]ArizonaLib
(1,242 posts)21. In hispanic culture it is called 'Playing Pendejo'
or translated 'playing jackass'. While growing up, it was usually referenced in situations where others were using it in moments of passive aggression.
Also reference the Seinfeld scene where George Costanza is confronted by his boss for having sex with cleaning staff on his desk and asks "Was that wrong?" Republicans lie and cheat more than an exaggerated sitcom character like George Costanza - willing to convert religion, lie to keep government benefits, impersonate Nazis, sell his father's clothes after stealing them, and fake compassion to grieving parents. Sitcoms don't kill people in real life though - but Republicans do.
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You're right. Carson isn't actually stupid, although he gives that impression,
The Velveteen Ocelot
May 2019
#2
Of course. They elected a man who was clearly incompetent in every way--relishes in it.
hlthe2b
May 2019
#4
Dementia. Remember the pyramid food storage thing? Get him out of there and get him some help! nt
albacore
May 2019
#6
Graham believes he has to compensate for ... something, and over-compensates. . . . nt
Bernardo de La Paz
May 2019
#25
I've no doubt Carson was once very smart and together enough to excel at his work.
Gidney N Cloyd
May 2019
#13
Brain surgeon has to be an intense and stressful occupation. I think he had a few too many and
brewens
May 2019
#14
They're trying to demonstrate that good government doesn't work and isn't necessary
not fooled
May 2019
#22