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Yep, trump won in the number of votes cast. But it is also true that many sat out the election and so he certainly won no “mandate”. Much to the chagrin of those who think in terms of yes/no … right/wrong. The world being more nuanced, both statements can be true.

Sadly, I confess after 41 years teaching history to lack the stamina and desire to try to educate far too many who seem unable or unwilling to listen to those who have made a lifetime of study.

Excellent example of shooting oneself in the foot. Over react to a recognized issue and do even more damage to the positive travel. As an American I certainly cannot encourage those who I have met on 6 continents to subject themselves to having mobile phones/computers searched for anti trump statements. I would fear for the same if I re-entered in USA under this administration …

Agreed. And Trump is a great example of this.

Ha! Why the Republican resistance in the House? Because … like the previous Trump/Republican passed tax reduction in 2017 (the current Bill renews and enhances) … it will add yet more to the debt of the USA. The current Bill is just a continuation of spending but refusing to t@x to cover wanted/needed programs … from medical coverage to defense.

Might have some valid points if citing a creditable source … not the ministry of propaganda. Largest tax cut ever … if you compare it to the expiration of the 2017 Trump/Republican tax cut that added how much to the USA debt due to those previous cuts going mostly to the wealthy and corporations? Largest tax cut ever? And who gets the overwhelming amount of benefit? Apologize, some of us are able to think our way through the misleading BS.

One can only hope.

Sadly we are all in the ship as they drill through the hull … below the “water line”.

I have already had a FB entry telling me that Moody’s was the last to drop the rating. Others started dropping under Obama. I have not gone back to go through the history of when, why … MGA will dismiss as having any importance because … Trump.

Just another confirmation that having money does not equate with having class.

A few days ago while traveling to Nakhon Phanom. MB accident, one of those who came to help direct traffic. I greeted him in Thai and he replied that he did not speak Thai. Seems he married a Thai but was from the Phippines.

Very funny but consistent with the studies of the right wing outlook. Everything is right/wrong, yes/no. So Democratic Socialist cannot possibly equal a better balance between a capitalist economic system AND services provided for the citizens helping provide a secure life style in the wealthiest country on the globe.

I was aware based on past experience that the Arrival Cards had been done away with, I was not aware that re-entering Thailand on a Re-Entry Permit by land crossing would require filing the same information Royal Thai Immigration has on me via my Extension of stay based on Marriage to a Thai National, my current 90 Day Report, and the Re-Entry Permit. I thought with the previous cited records, confirming my Digital Fingerprints (again, already in file) would have cleared the entry. Live and learn TIT. As to being a permanent resident, Jack, not in the official Thai designation … nonetheless, Thailand remains my only global residence since 2011 making me a permanent resident until/unless taking up residency elsewhere. “You require wife …”, no but certainly an added advantage as my Thai is very limited. Have I offended, Jack? Sounds a bit on the sharp edge to me. I posted to share a related experience which might help someone … no need for your reaction.

Thought I might post as I just returned to Thailand after a two night stay in Vientiane, Laos. Let me state that everything was in order … Marriage Extension good until next year, Re-Entry Permit purchased at Chiang Mai Immigration (with a reminder that my 90 Report would be from the date of re-entry. OK. Ready to re-enter Thailand … not so fast. Your have to register via the app. Thankfully my Thai Wife was present. Back outside, a Thai Immigration Assistant opened the app, entered the info … Passport #, name, citizen of, traveling from where reason for visiting Thailand (Yo! I am a resident for 14 years as reflected in my Passport … right, jai yen, yen … city of birth, Passport issued where, expiration date, etc. OK, back to the Immigration Officer, digital finger print and stamped in. Still a bit of a challenge to me … all information is already on file with Royal Thai Immigration … right, sabai, sabai!!!

Having traveled to .japan, Czech Republic and living in Thailand taking shoes off is anticipated. I was more surprised at a guy in a restaurant with no shirt. What’s with that? Guess my own cultural background … no shoes, no shirt, no service …

Rumeysa Ozturk, a Turkish national with a valid student visa.

Rumeysa Ozturk, a Turkish national with a valid student visa.

Understood. My skin Dr. used laser to burn off as laser seals the capillaries. Saw a new Dr. for same, used liquid nitrogen as the blemishes were not so deep.

Over the 14 years here, I have found it to be hit or miss. My Thai Wife and I are always together, I present my Thai Driver’s License and say I have lived in Chiang Mai for 14 years. Sometimes they give me the same price as my Wife. Sometimes not and then I say, sorry, so you get nothing and just leave. Life is too short for this to be a hill to die on. My only global home is Chiang Mai, after a decade of trouble free life here, here I see myself as a Permanent Resident whether the Thai government recognizes the fact or not.

True, Brian. Although it is also true that the incompetent handling of grabbing students off the streets or jailing for free speech is, in fact, have in g a chilling affect. So what? Not the documented fact, fewer students, tourists coming to the USA so there is and economic as well as a “good will” cost as other nations warn their citizens that going to the USA currently is not advised.

Curious so I looked for the number 1,100,000+ international students in US higher education. Like tourists spending their money here (never mind the opportunity to create good will). So, 4,000 committing crimes. Wonder how that compares with the general population percentages? Well, if charged with crime, given due process, I have no issue with revoking Visa and deporting as undesirable. Same with any foreign citizen … including the current gang member debacle … due process and out they go.

What is, “getting done”is chaos and instability. Still awaiting results of these actions. Ageeed, he certainly has caused movement.

Note my earlier reply.

I am reading crimes not free speech issues? Crimes, I support deportation. Free speech of higher education campus … that would bear a closer look and judgement. But I do note, my perspective is as Professor Emeritus of History educated in academic discussion/ academic debate/academic argument.

Not talking about savings filtering through. Fraud and abuse are legal actions to be initiated when found, if factual …