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And of course, they are right. The refugees can't go back to Israel. That ship has sailed. It will never happen. It rarely happens in any other case in the world of refugees being displaced due to losing a war, or other conflict.

Simple question for you. IF the attacks of October 7 had not happened, would Israel have retaliated? Would thousands of Gazans be dead? That may help you answer the question. And please, enough of the genocide nonsense. Civilians die in war. Tragic, but inevitable. Do you think Israel would continue to bomb Gaza if Hamas surrendered, and returned all the hostages? If yes, then it is a genocide. If no, then it is a war. That may help you answer the question.

That is a bit rich, considering that Egypt is 50 TIMES the size of Israel.

Seemed to be going fine. No wars. More countries were lining up to join the Abraham Accords. The PA is not a country, and frankly nobody likes them anyway. Seems to me that more wars start under Democrats than Republicans!

Actually Trump won both white voters AND male voters in 2020. Now, he is making gains in hispanic and black voters- traditional Democratic constituencies. Independents are also souring on Biden. Lots of Americans are looking at the simple question, "are you better off now or when Trump was President?" and answering "Trump". Biden is not, and never has been, a statesman of any kind.

That's almost a haiku! Let me try... Vivek Kamala Indian bloodsport contest Joe and Don are dull

Oh Eric. Not a MAGA guy, if you ever read any of my stuff you would know. But don't let that stop you from dismissing people without actually thinking. In 2020, Biden did not have a record as president to run on, obviously. In the chaos of the 'Rona, he looked like a sane and middle of the road alternative. I understand why people chose him, looking for experience in the midst of a crisis is understandable. BUT... now is different. Biden will have to run on his record as President. And that is not good. Or, he can go low and try to demonize Trump. Probably a better strategy to be honest.

The whataboutery doesn't help. Nor does the usual laundry list of irrelevant comparisons. Keep to the simple facts. The US was better off under Trump than it is under Biden and the polls show that Americans believe this as well. Trump for his

I like that song. One of Aerosmith's early hits. Although I prefer "Same Old Song and Dance".

Are you cereal? Did you see his latest public appearance- tottering around the stage, mispronouncing names, misreading the teleprompter, avoiding the press like the plague... A vote for Biden is effectively a vote for Kamala Harris as President, since I can't see any way Joe makes it through the next 4 years. It's a pity, he should spend his remaining time with his grandkids and relaxing, not trying to maintain a bony grip on power.

Tell us more about the "behemoth of a campaign" that Joe is building. Has he had any events where attendees outnumber his staff or the press? He was at APAIC embarrassing himself on the weekend. Referring to one cabinet secretary by the wrong name, and calling another one "kid" and wanting her to show off her dress. And you think TRUMP has trouble with women?

She may have that option. Then when she dies, her estate can pay the Trump family the judgement.

She would be good. I am thinking perhaps a very stable, affable guy who is a Mike Pence 2.0 type. So Tim Scott or Doug Burgum would fit the bill. Decent fellows, stable, in Burgum's case a very successful entrepeneur. I would love to see them match up with Mamala in a debate! Although Tulsi vs. Mamala would be even better.

At this trial, the only person who might be wrecked is Stormy, because she might actually have to pay Trump the legal fees she owes him.

Biden's big problem is that he has an opponent with a record as president. People can compare their life under Trump with their life under Biden. When they do, the answer is clear. Trump had 2% inflation, 2 dollar gas, 3% mortgages,and no wars.Biden can't compete with basic numbers like that. Housing up 40% in 4 years, mortgage payments up even more, car payments of $700 or more are not uncommon.... these are things people will vote on.

Or, perhaps it is evidence that the IDF actually HAS tried to reduce civilian casualties as much as possible, given the difficult combat environment. Credit where credit is due?

You mean Hamas was....lying....when they reported casualties?!? Be still my racing heart. I wonder how long it will take this information to percolate down to the mainstream media, and how many of them will issue retractions and apologies for their error...

Nope. "Guilty" is a judgement for a criminal court only. He was found "liable" under a much lower standard of evidence- civil trials are nowhere near as strict as criminal. Words matter Eric.

...and critical thinking skills!

Given the fiasco lately with rather smooth brained college kids and their idiotic protests, you may want to have a re-think about their critical thinking skills...

I'm thinking Trump will pick Doug Burgum or maybe Tim Scott. Both would be a major upgrade on the Democrats' current offering.

Professor Johnathan Haidt from New York University has done some interesting, and troubling, research on the impact of social media and smart phone technology on teens. His book "The Anxious Generation" should be required reading for parents of young children. Here is a review from The Guardian; https://www.theguardian.com/books/2024/mar/21/the-anxious-generation-by-jonathan-haidt-a-pocket-full-of-poison

Trump WAS better. The only two times Russia attacked Ukraine were when Obama was president and Biden. Under Trump, the Abraham Accords were bringing the Middle East slowly but surely to peace, and rallying many nations to fight against Iranian terrorism and funding of radicals.

I guess that makes him the same as the two current candidates then. All managed NOT to serve.

It seems to me that Biden is perhaps the first President who doesn't worry about American hostages being held by terrorists. I can't remember him ever mentioning them, nor any of his staff. It is obvious that they are trying to triangulate the problem, offer enough support, but not too much or the loony left of the Democratic Party will go against him.