Back in the 80s I went to a dedication of the new VA hospital in Little Rock Arkansas. They told medical students in a near by dorm that if they so much as opened a window, they would be shot. The Vice President (Bush) was in attendance and speaking. The Secret Service was everywhere.It does seem impossible that they would have not secured that area.
Bingo, they knew better, we all know better, it's a given in this day and age that there's no action movie possibilities in real life when it comes to Secret Service and swat snipers etc...this is not only a travesty but shows how lacking out security services really are, too busy spying on us in digital land and speculating over Conservatives purchases to see what's on the roof in front of their faces. Meanwhile Xi and Putin are watching. The Middle East too.
I think part of it is that security services seem to prefer hunting for internet loudmouths because there is little risk off being shot at. Another part is probably a general competency crisis, I'm not sure how deeply rooted all that DEI stuff is in the secret service, I think the agents on the ground are mostly recruited from police/SWAT or the military?
TDS and hatred of anything other or anti racist and antifa types are in the police and security services, look at how those pervs searched the first ladies unmentionables when they raided Mar A Lago.
There's a report from one of the swat guys that said he had him in his sights for 3 min, was told to stand down until the shooter shoots, if this is true then why didn't a donut eater get him off the roof? 3 min reported there and there's a video of people telling police for 3 min +/- there's someone on the roof and zooms in on the fucker and the guy gets a shot off? My conspiracy hackles are up plus the way it was reported and headlines ran, down to statements made even by Van Jones, they have been psyoping Trump and gaslighting him while simultaneously gaslighting and psyoping us and still are doing this, the rollout of the aftermath even seems to have been done by a predictable libtard spin Dr.
Some things don't seem to add up, I usually chalk this up to either incompetence or cowardice. I see it in my country all the time, the police seem occupied with raiding the homes of people who are making fun of or insulting politicians online while there are Islamist protests, almost daily knife attacks and gang rapes are also becoming more frequent. I'm not sure if the police and states attorneys are scared of the perpetrators or are scared of being called racist/islamophobes. It definitely gives the impression that some people are free to do as they wish while it's open season on the tax-paying citizens.
I keep saying the same thing. How tf did that shitbag shimmy up there like Spiderman and nobody saw shit wtf were the other snipers looking at. I'm a layperson and know this shit. Wth? I loved what he said about the moxie. That's what he has and what was shown in saying Fight as he stood up and was like I'm not living in fear. That poor man who was killed bc of ole 3 names Ultra plant getting green lit to gas up the cannon bc i don't believe for one second that guy was acting alone.
He got off more than one shot. It's not easy for the counter-sniper team to locate a shooter, they got a bit lucky that the shooter didn't change positions.
Courage under fire. Fight or flight? Well, America knows now. Not only that, but his response after the shooting? He thanks the people who risked their lives protecting him, then he expresses CONDOLENCES to the family of the attendee who was shot. Only then does he comment on his condition. Biden's response was a pathetic, tepid fake concern for Trump - and zero mention of the innocent attendee who died and the one(s?) who were injured. Even the deluded and deranged shooter - he was arguably on Biden's side. Whether a plant or whether a nutjob. Nala. Says volumes.
Thank you Brad as always! John McWhorter expressed hope for assassination on an episode. Then proceeded to defend it in a follow up with the only caveat being that he shouldn’t have said it on air but that he says it IRL. That didn’t make me loose any less respect. Before that, I thought Sam Harris and the dead babies in the basement had the worst TDS.
These are the worst cases of Trump Derangement Syndrome I have seen. They are the worst cases of mass psychosis I’ve witnessed. They are so mentally ill it is disturbing. And look at the horrific results.
There are no consequences for media personalities, journalists and Democrat political operatives that spew constant messages that foment political violence against Trump and his supporters. This includes Joe Biden. You can say that the consequence will be losing the election, but then what? These people push fear for power like do terrorists. How does a peaceful society stop terrorists? More importantly, how do peaceful people root these Democrat terrorists out of positions of power and influence?
Thank you Brad. What a moving and inspiring article! Watching the video replay I was reduced to tears, thinking what a travesty, and thankful that God intervened. My friend, a liberal said “Look, he’s too stupid to stay down. Stands up, being macho, fist in the air. Typical Trump.” Ah, yes I said - typical Trump - fighting for us.
Isn't it amazing what people see? The first thing I thought when Trump stood up was, "My God, that man has balls." That sort of ferocious bravery is rare.
Yes there are deranged liberals who wish that the shooter didn´t miss. But, believe it or not, most lefties are not quite so messed up in the head as that. Most lefties, however much they might dislike Trump, are saddened by this assassination attempt. Including me.
Didn't mean to imply that all reacted like that, or even most. Just wanted to highlight that there really are a shameful number on the Left who're either lamenting the shooter's aim or celebrating the attempt.
Guys I went to a kids party for my wife’ family in the south west Chicago suburbs. Middlle middle class. When the news broke they put the tv on and when Trump got up there was a cheer. Except form my mil and sil. They are from the wealthy north shore. There was visceral anger. They both said they would have been happy if he died and immediately started saying it was a hoax. The wealthy really hate Trump and are they evil. (Disclosure my wife and I also from the north shore. Lol)
Yes, of course there are hatefull people who wish the shooter hadn´t missed. You and Brad are correct in pointing that out. I emphasize the other side of things -- how most lefties don´t want Trump assassinated -- because I´m someone who wants to see the country pull together. Emphasizing the worst of the left is polarizing, it makes those who already think lefties are bonkers even more assurred in their conviction. There´s plenty of craziness on the right as well but it does no good talking only about the deranged fringes. Better, I think, to recognize our shared humanity, an enduring goodness that transcends political differences.
I can appreciate this. And you're definitely correct that there's plenty of craziness on the Right as well. But I honestly don't think there'd be nearly as many people on the Right expressing sorrow and rage if an assassination attempt on Biden failed.
"Better, I think, to recognize our shared humanity, an enduring goodness that transcends political differences." Couldn't agree more. I've always said that I'm not a Democrat or a Republican, I'm an American, and I genuinely want what's best for the country.
Worth pointing out that Trump posted on Truth Social today that "In this moment, it is more important than ever that we stand United, and show our True Character as Americans, remaining Strong and Determined, and not allowing Evil to Win. I truly love our Country, and love you all and look forward to speaking to our Great Nation this week from Wisconsin."
Not a single mainstream media outlet will mention this. In fact, I've seen multiple examples of MSNBC, CNN, NYT doing the exact opposite and claiming that Trump's own rhetoric is what's led us to this point.
It would be fine if it just was the deranged fringes. It's not okay if it's people in positions of power and influence. If you call a political opponent Hitler or Stalin you should be fired from the media and spend a year or two learning about those people and their crimes. I don't like the gotcha game with the "will you condemn XYZ" but I'm really worried that a lot of people see political violence as acceptable if their side is engaging in it, that's the road that leads to Hitlers and Stalins eventually - it hasn't gotten nearly as bad as it was in the early 20th century but it has to stop. It also betrays a complete lack of principles.
I don't think they want to stick their necks out. You also have to consider that most people aren't (active) on social media. We already saw what happened with the verdict against Trump, his numbers went up and donations went through the roof. For everyone who flips publicly towards Trump there are many more who will do so in secret. What we see in public is only the tip of the iceberg, and it was already a seismic shift when it suddenly became acceptable to talk about Bidens cognitive issues. A lot of the sheep always wait for permission from the mainstream.
My comment (below) on your previous article "The Crisis Isn't Just About Joe Biden" was made only five days ago. I feel no joy in being "right". You summed up my sense of this near tragedy wonderfully in your writing.
This Phil Collins songs speaks best to my feelings at the moment..
"What will these corrupt institutions (government, law enforcement, media, education, etc) not do in order to preserve their grip on power? Put another way, is there anything they will not do? If Trump is such an existential threat, then will they not try to eliminate him by means other than the ballot box or prison? Maybe the Kennedy family has insight in this regard."
When he raised his fist into the air & shouted “Fight, fight, fight”, he became a hero. The American flag flying over his head & his bloodied head & face & he’s energized & heroic & at that moment he became one of the most iconic presidents ever. God willing he will win in November. Prediction: Biden will resign & appoint Kamala Harris as president so she will exonerate him of any crimes as well as Hunter. Guessing the Dems will appoint Captain Clueless, aka Gavin Newsom as their next brainless surrogate for the White House.
Thank you for this post. I appreciate your putting together all the deranged comments, the incendiary rhetoric the left has used against Trump and his supporters. They have been doing this since Obama who would paint a picture of what he said the Republicans wanted to do (never true), then attack with vehemence. But he was so smooth when he did that that no one seemed to notice. I’ve often wondered if they really believe the rhetoric, but does it matter if enough people who listen believe? I don’t know a single Christian who considers themselves a. Christian Nationalist, a single MAGA Republican who condones violence,yet that’s the way we’ve been portrayed by the media over and over again, as a threat to Democracy. They have a lost candidate, they hate the country, so fear is all they have to run on.
Brad! Its brilliantly worded! Scathing! I forwarded your article to my sources with this:
What I feel like telling my American
and Ukrainian Trump despisers!👉 I know who you are! You’re like Schumer, Lincoln Project, Cheney! You secretly wanted to see Trump’s head blown off on live television and would have flooded the internet with celebratory videos of it in slow motion. Your shocked reaction, and conspicuous silence doesn’t fool me! It’s the crazies among you who have a pathological need to expose your feelings on FB on what could have been….meanwhile WAPO, MSNBC, CNN, are twisting their words to whitewash this assassination attempt as a “nothing burger.”
There's not shortage of mentally ill, deranged leftists that can be gently "encouraged" to try again, only to be gunned down when their usefulness is up and to prevent anyone from talking.
Exceptional commentary on this absolutely disparagingly insane situation. Having watched the thing live can verify the statements and similarities up to this horrific action by that 20 yr old kid...
Another kid with an assault rifle? Too convenient wouldn't be a far fetched conclusion.
At what point does this level of political polarization become untenable? I think at this point one has to think that democracy on that scale doesn't work and perhaps it's time to reduce the size and scope of the government so half the country doesn't feel oppressed when their candidate loses. I don't really see any consent of the governed.
The control being held by those that are quietly in power Obama Pelosi the few behind the curtain Harris "let Ukraine join the UN They have our government our money control of the masses Some are very easy They turn on the tv radio or neighbor gossip the media sucks bought threatened and paid for One of Our saving Grace The Billionaires Go to the other side Welcome President Trump will guide and procure AI for the greater good Our future and the children (the educational system is on the proverbial ledge failure Control keep schools closed children watching children) VP Harris Ukraine statement "we Welcome Ukraine into NATO" President Putin could care less what VP Harris says The NATO members is still required to admit new countries, HOWEVER Those members remain divided over the wisdom of welcoming Ukraine into their ranks, PER EXPERTS in large part because admitting NATO could mean angering or entering into war with Russia. Putin stated No USA weapons to Ukraine and we haven't... (NATO allies supported Ukraine against Russia’s invasion in other ways, by supplying weapons to Ukraine and implementing massive sanctions on Russia.) know that President Trump shame on me once We've got this go America 🇺🇸🇺🇸Vote President Trump 2024 🇺🇸🇺🇸
Wonderful as always. Really have to wonder how the shooter knew that roof would be clear....
Back in the 80s I went to a dedication of the new VA hospital in Little Rock Arkansas. They told medical students in a near by dorm that if they so much as opened a window, they would be shot. The Vice President (Bush) was in attendance and speaking. The Secret Service was everywhere.It does seem impossible that they would have not secured that area.
Bingo, they knew better, we all know better, it's a given in this day and age that there's no action movie possibilities in real life when it comes to Secret Service and swat snipers etc...this is not only a travesty but shows how lacking out security services really are, too busy spying on us in digital land and speculating over Conservatives purchases to see what's on the roof in front of their faces. Meanwhile Xi and Putin are watching. The Middle East too.
I think part of it is that security services seem to prefer hunting for internet loudmouths because there is little risk off being shot at. Another part is probably a general competency crisis, I'm not sure how deeply rooted all that DEI stuff is in the secret service, I think the agents on the ground are mostly recruited from police/SWAT or the military?
TDS and hatred of anything other or anti racist and antifa types are in the police and security services, look at how those pervs searched the first ladies unmentionables when they raided Mar A Lago.
Maybe they tried to steal some panties in honor of J. Edgar Hoover?
Probably lol
I'm also wondering how frequent such attempts are that are thwarted by the secret service in advance.
There's a report from one of the swat guys that said he had him in his sights for 3 min, was told to stand down until the shooter shoots, if this is true then why didn't a donut eater get him off the roof? 3 min reported there and there's a video of people telling police for 3 min +/- there's someone on the roof and zooms in on the fucker and the guy gets a shot off? My conspiracy hackles are up plus the way it was reported and headlines ran, down to statements made even by Van Jones, they have been psyoping Trump and gaslighting him while simultaneously gaslighting and psyoping us and still are doing this, the rollout of the aftermath even seems to have been done by a predictable libtard spin Dr.
Some things don't seem to add up, I usually chalk this up to either incompetence or cowardice. I see it in my country all the time, the police seem occupied with raiding the homes of people who are making fun of or insulting politicians online while there are Islamist protests, almost daily knife attacks and gang rapes are also becoming more frequent. I'm not sure if the police and states attorneys are scared of the perpetrators or are scared of being called racist/islamophobes. It definitely gives the impression that some people are free to do as they wish while it's open season on the tax-paying citizens.
Yup
no. he was just trying to impress Jodie Foster
I keep saying the same thing. How tf did that shitbag shimmy up there like Spiderman and nobody saw shit wtf were the other snipers looking at. I'm a layperson and know this shit. Wth? I loved what he said about the moxie. That's what he has and what was shown in saying Fight as he stood up and was like I'm not living in fear. That poor man who was killed bc of ole 3 names Ultra plant getting green lit to gas up the cannon bc i don't believe for one second that guy was acting alone.
It's also very thoughtful of security that he was allowed time to get off one shot before being gunned down.
He got off more than one shot. It's not easy for the counter-sniper team to locate a shooter, they got a bit lucky that the shooter didn't change positions.
Courage under fire. Fight or flight? Well, America knows now. Not only that, but his response after the shooting? He thanks the people who risked their lives protecting him, then he expresses CONDOLENCES to the family of the attendee who was shot. Only then does he comment on his condition. Biden's response was a pathetic, tepid fake concern for Trump - and zero mention of the innocent attendee who died and the one(s?) who were injured. Even the deluded and deranged shooter - he was arguably on Biden's side. Whether a plant or whether a nutjob. Nala. Says volumes.
Thank you Brad as always! John McWhorter expressed hope for assassination on an episode. Then proceeded to defend it in a follow up with the only caveat being that he shouldn’t have said it on air but that he says it IRL. That didn’t make me loose any less respect. Before that, I thought Sam Harris and the dead babies in the basement had the worst TDS.
https://open.substack.com/pub/glennloury/p/did-john-really-say-what-i-think?r=4eas3&utm_medium=iosis
These are the worst cases of Trump Derangement Syndrome I have seen. They are the worst cases of mass psychosis I’ve witnessed. They are so mentally ill it is disturbing. And look at the horrific results.
There are no consequences for media personalities, journalists and Democrat political operatives that spew constant messages that foment political violence against Trump and his supporters. This includes Joe Biden. You can say that the consequence will be losing the election, but then what? These people push fear for power like do terrorists. How does a peaceful society stop terrorists? More importantly, how do peaceful people root these Democrat terrorists out of positions of power and influence?
Thank you Brad. What a moving and inspiring article! Watching the video replay I was reduced to tears, thinking what a travesty, and thankful that God intervened. My friend, a liberal said “Look, he’s too stupid to stay down. Stands up, being macho, fist in the air. Typical Trump.” Ah, yes I said - typical Trump - fighting for us.
Isn't it amazing what people see? The first thing I thought when Trump stood up was, "My God, that man has balls." That sort of ferocious bravery is rare.
I agree Maryanne!! While it’s all sinking into my head, I keep saying to myself “Yeah!! That’s My President!!”
Yes there are deranged liberals who wish that the shooter didn´t miss. But, believe it or not, most lefties are not quite so messed up in the head as that. Most lefties, however much they might dislike Trump, are saddened by this assassination attempt. Including me.
Didn't mean to imply that all reacted like that, or even most. Just wanted to highlight that there really are a shameful number on the Left who're either lamenting the shooter's aim or celebrating the attempt.
True enough.
Guys I went to a kids party for my wife’ family in the south west Chicago suburbs. Middlle middle class. When the news broke they put the tv on and when Trump got up there was a cheer. Except form my mil and sil. They are from the wealthy north shore. There was visceral anger. They both said they would have been happy if he died and immediately started saying it was a hoax. The wealthy really hate Trump and are they evil. (Disclosure my wife and I also from the north shore. Lol)
Yes, of course there are hatefull people who wish the shooter hadn´t missed. You and Brad are correct in pointing that out. I emphasize the other side of things -- how most lefties don´t want Trump assassinated -- because I´m someone who wants to see the country pull together. Emphasizing the worst of the left is polarizing, it makes those who already think lefties are bonkers even more assurred in their conviction. There´s plenty of craziness on the right as well but it does no good talking only about the deranged fringes. Better, I think, to recognize our shared humanity, an enduring goodness that transcends political differences.
I can appreciate this. And you're definitely correct that there's plenty of craziness on the Right as well. But I honestly don't think there'd be nearly as many people on the Right expressing sorrow and rage if an assassination attempt on Biden failed.
"Better, I think, to recognize our shared humanity, an enduring goodness that transcends political differences." Couldn't agree more. I've always said that I'm not a Democrat or a Republican, I'm an American, and I genuinely want what's best for the country.
Worth pointing out that Trump posted on Truth Social today that "In this moment, it is more important than ever that we stand United, and show our True Character as Americans, remaining Strong and Determined, and not allowing Evil to Win. I truly love our Country, and love you all and look forward to speaking to our Great Nation this week from Wisconsin."
Not a single mainstream media outlet will mention this. In fact, I've seen multiple examples of MSNBC, CNN, NYT doing the exact opposite and claiming that Trump's own rhetoric is what's led us to this point.
Well if it makes you feel better I smiled and walked away (To the eternal gratitude of my wife)
But. These are nice ” people. Seriously. That’s why I brought it up
It would be fine if it just was the deranged fringes. It's not okay if it's people in positions of power and influence. If you call a political opponent Hitler or Stalin you should be fired from the media and spend a year or two learning about those people and their crimes. I don't like the gotcha game with the "will you condemn XYZ" but I'm really worried that a lot of people see political violence as acceptable if their side is engaging in it, that's the road that leads to Hitlers and Stalins eventually - it hasn't gotten nearly as bad as it was in the early 20th century but it has to stop. It also betrays a complete lack of principles.
apparently a lot of Democrats are praying for "Hitler" and wishing him a swift recovery.
Then more who are saddened by it need to speak out. Because like it or not, the deranged have taken over.
I don't think they want to stick their necks out. You also have to consider that most people aren't (active) on social media. We already saw what happened with the verdict against Trump, his numbers went up and donations went through the roof. For everyone who flips publicly towards Trump there are many more who will do so in secret. What we see in public is only the tip of the iceberg, and it was already a seismic shift when it suddenly became acceptable to talk about Bidens cognitive issues. A lot of the sheep always wait for permission from the mainstream.
Biden. should pardon/commute bannon. He has to send a signal that he really wants this ratchet down. He won't. This is not over
Great post Brad, nailed it.
My comment (below) on your previous article "The Crisis Isn't Just About Joe Biden" was made only five days ago. I feel no joy in being "right". You summed up my sense of this near tragedy wonderfully in your writing.
This Phil Collins songs speaks best to my feelings at the moment..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MN3x-kAbgFU&ab_channel=RewindMusic
"What will these corrupt institutions (government, law enforcement, media, education, etc) not do in order to preserve their grip on power? Put another way, is there anything they will not do? If Trump is such an existential threat, then will they not try to eliminate him by means other than the ballot box or prison? Maybe the Kennedy family has insight in this regard."
When he raised his fist into the air & shouted “Fight, fight, fight”, he became a hero. The American flag flying over his head & his bloodied head & face & he’s energized & heroic & at that moment he became one of the most iconic presidents ever. God willing he will win in November. Prediction: Biden will resign & appoint Kamala Harris as president so she will exonerate him of any crimes as well as Hunter. Guessing the Dems will appoint Captain Clueless, aka Gavin Newsom as their next brainless surrogate for the White House.
Thank you for this post. I appreciate your putting together all the deranged comments, the incendiary rhetoric the left has used against Trump and his supporters. They have been doing this since Obama who would paint a picture of what he said the Republicans wanted to do (never true), then attack with vehemence. But he was so smooth when he did that that no one seemed to notice. I’ve often wondered if they really believe the rhetoric, but does it matter if enough people who listen believe? I don’t know a single Christian who considers themselves a. Christian Nationalist, a single MAGA Republican who condones violence,yet that’s the way we’ve been portrayed by the media over and over again, as a threat to Democracy. They have a lost candidate, they hate the country, so fear is all they have to run on.
Brad! Its brilliantly worded! Scathing! I forwarded your article to my sources with this:
What I feel like telling my American
and Ukrainian Trump despisers!👉 I know who you are! You’re like Schumer, Lincoln Project, Cheney! You secretly wanted to see Trump’s head blown off on live television and would have flooded the internet with celebratory videos of it in slow motion. Your shocked reaction, and conspicuous silence doesn’t fool me! It’s the crazies among you who have a pathological need to expose your feelings on FB on what could have been….meanwhile WAPO, MSNBC, CNN, are twisting their words to whitewash this assassination attempt as a “nothing burger.”
This was absolutely a set up. This is how it’s done. Only this time they didn’t need a patsy, because this time they intended to shoot the shooter.
Killing the shooters sounds like standard operating procedure to me. Top priority is always to neutralize the threat.
There's not shortage of mentally ill, deranged leftists that can be gently "encouraged" to try again, only to be gunned down when their usefulness is up and to prevent anyone from talking.
Exceptional commentary on this absolutely disparagingly insane situation. Having watched the thing live can verify the statements and similarities up to this horrific action by that 20 yr old kid...
Another kid with an assault rifle? Too convenient wouldn't be a far fetched conclusion.
My sentiments, exactly.
At what point does this level of political polarization become untenable? I think at this point one has to think that democracy on that scale doesn't work and perhaps it's time to reduce the size and scope of the government so half the country doesn't feel oppressed when their candidate loses. I don't really see any consent of the governed.
The control being held by those that are quietly in power Obama Pelosi the few behind the curtain Harris "let Ukraine join the UN They have our government our money control of the masses Some are very easy They turn on the tv radio or neighbor gossip the media sucks bought threatened and paid for One of Our saving Grace The Billionaires Go to the other side Welcome President Trump will guide and procure AI for the greater good Our future and the children (the educational system is on the proverbial ledge failure Control keep schools closed children watching children) VP Harris Ukraine statement "we Welcome Ukraine into NATO" President Putin could care less what VP Harris says The NATO members is still required to admit new countries, HOWEVER Those members remain divided over the wisdom of welcoming Ukraine into their ranks, PER EXPERTS in large part because admitting NATO could mean angering or entering into war with Russia. Putin stated No USA weapons to Ukraine and we haven't... (NATO allies supported Ukraine against Russia’s invasion in other ways, by supplying weapons to Ukraine and implementing massive sanctions on Russia.) know that President Trump shame on me once We've got this go America 🇺🇸🇺🇸Vote President Trump 2024 🇺🇸🇺🇸
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Great article.!
Trump will win the presidency...and the massive riots that will follow by the left, will be blamed on Trump.
He will try and legally stop the rioters...and they will then turn around and go "see...he really is Hitler"...
The next riots will make the previous years of BLM/Antifa etc look tame.