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I was never so devastated as I was after Sandyhook. If it wasn't bad enough that little 6 year old children were brutally slaughtered along with teachers and administrators, the hardest part was seeing my countrymen grasp their GUNS tighter, they turned and revictimized the parents of murdered babys

I lost all respect for Republicans after that. I felt ashamed to know that their perspective was so mired by second amendment propaganda we would NEVER be able to have a rational conversation about gun safety. Now, everytime I see Mark Barden with a plea for Sandyhook Promise I want to cry.

My kids were in elementary school at that time in Maryland. I volunteered in the library and I started thinking through scenarios about what to do if someone came in. And then they did nothing in Congress!

It’s a difficult thing to control emotions against such stupid people. But it must be done. TACO wants a civil war in order to stay out of jail while he’s alive. Basically burn down the country for his selfish cause. What a horrible person.

The MN shooter fits the pattern: white, evangelical, failing business, grievance-soaked. It’s not random. It’s fragile masculinity shaped by a culture that says dominate or disappear—and a world moving on. Trump and the GOP weaponized it, but it won’t vanish with them.

Trump, from Day 1 ten years ago, has used OBVIOUS violence-inciting rhetoric that no other candidate for the office or sitting president has ever used.👇 Ever. And this is hardly a complete list (for instance, add in his 2ndA comment threatening Hillary). His cultists follow that rhetoric.

Once again, you seem to be the only republican to speak out. The rest of the cowards who were afraid of trump continue to hide their head in the sand. The mascot of these Republicans is an ostrich.

I agree with your overall message. But on the Trump situation, team Flynn/Raiklin were making threats about it 2 months before it happened. No one on the left was. Everyone was waiting for something to happen. And they have lists.

I'm not American so have not stake in the game of your democracy. Looking from the outside though, the Republican party is one that enjoys violence to achieve an end. Until your party acknowledges your alone in your view.

So much of the US the last few years has become more and more like many Latin American countries. This is only one more sign of that. Honestly I don't see it changing. Sadly many don't run for public office because of this.

Truth on the assassination attempt on 457 remains clouded because no factual medical reports were ever released. Cartilage doesn’t heal. So…while I agree with your sentiment, there are suspicions about the Butler attempt. I’d like to see facts reported about his wound. Showman troubles me.

I just have one question for you. You knew what was coming you knew what Trump was gonna do. You knew what he was capable of yet you quit. Why didn’t you stay in and fight from within where you could do the most good.? That’s what I want to know

I really appreciate you. Strongly support your run for presidency. But let’s be real about where the violence comes from. Also, I don’t openly support the fake assassination theory, but I don’t reject it either; it tracks in so many ways. So don’t equate that w killing Dems and kidnapping them.

Like his attacks of judges that challenge his EOs This admin expects loyalty to him not the constitution. Like exporting legal immigrants and refusing to right their wrongs It’s all about Hate & Fear Not Truth, Justice & Rule of Law Where is Govt 4 the People by the People Justice 4 All ??

Well Trump has been asking for political violence for awhile now. He finally got his wish. If I were a Democrat in politics in any state I wouldn't go anywhere without a shit ton of body guards. Trump's cult is insane and willing to do anything to please dear leader aka TACO boy.

He needs to resign in shame! He is not human! Call your Senators to demand he be impeached and removed! They should censure him at the very least! They censured Al Green for speaking out to the President! This is a million times worse than standing up to the dictator in Chief! This is so cold!

2/3 No one is doing ANYTHING Against this tyrant They voted in his criminal cabinet Who is doing anything? Meanwhile, families are suffering Prices escalating, wars erupting, on the homeland classes are fighting.

Trump,the vile heartless creep won't even call Tim Walz in this tragedy,instead he insults him.Adam, it isn't Democrats pushing violence.It isn't Democrats posting smart ass lies when someone's assassinated or attacked.You can't both sides this.There is no comparison between the way the 2 sides act.

just wait until they try to pull this shit with ICE in Chicago where easily accessible guns are right next door in Indiana. I’d rather see State power get violent with ICE.

Without a doubt. You won’t see them farting around their fake bravado in Englewood. They’ll be terrorizing metro stations, bus stops, grocery stores, court houses, and parks of the “safe neighborhoods” that may also be heavily blue.

Dont forget nancy pelosis husband was hit in the head by a hammer by a right wing conspiracy theorist and fox news laughed about it. Any attacks on the other side and suddenly its too far. Both assassination attempts were done by registered republicans.

The duel between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr stemmed from a long-standing political rivalry and personal animosity, exacerbated by a series of insults and political maneuvering. This country has always had political violence.

My guess is that by the weekend, the MAGAT conspiracy nuts will claim this was a false flag operation, these legislators and spouses never existed, police in searches were all actor paid by George Soros so he could take all their guns. Alex Jones and ilk likely putting on their final touches of evil

The ‘both-sides’-ism is a false narrative. For the past 50+ years we’ve had pundits, politicians, lobbyists, companies, political consultants, & special interest groups on the right/far right coordinating their msg to focus on revenge for Nixon, New Deal, Civil Rights, Women’s healthcare, and Bork.

Mr. Kinzinger, in 2022 I formed a coalition of over 120 Democratic candidates, at all levels of government, across the country. This included every state-federal Dem in the state of Arkansas and 1/2 their STLEG. Half of Ohio & Florida, and some in NY, GA, TX, NC I've attached some info about me.

My candidates cross-endorsed across party lines. Most also endorsed OT40 which is a policy ending taxes on income earned after the 40th hour. The idea spread. In AL, Minority Dems passed an over-time tax bill with Unanimous Bipartisan support in both state legislatures. www.al.com/news/2023/06...

al.comAlabama lawmakers pass scaled-back tax exemption on overtime payThe bill exempts pay for work in excess of 40 hours from the 5% state income tax but includes a limit on total exemptions claimed.

And? Have you seen when Paul Ryan, then speaker of the house, came onto the floor to thank Democrats for their prayers? Where are the Republicans offering their prayers? Mike Lee joking about it is as disgusting a thing as I've ever seen.

All the examples you gave were violence acting on right-wing rhetoric and carried out or attempted by individuals who align with your former party. You’re preaching to the choir here - we oppose violence. 5 million of us took to the streets PEACEFULLY. Talk to MAGA about toning down their rhetoric.

Brother of democracy- please don’t “both sides” this. You’ve seen the data. You’ve met people from the full array of the political spectrum. You know this is not even remotely symmetrical; that it has been so insanely asymmetrical…

Let Mike “I like pee on me” Lee deal with his comments…who gives two fucks what that waste of space says? Are we supposed to be afraid? Did Pee boy just set in motion an unhinged Democrat with some boy toys to reciprocate the violence?

Governor Walz has shown leadership and the outpouring of sympathy has been tremendous. But our supreme leader is not leading. Instead he sends a post about doubling down on Democratic cities Fish rots at the head.

Both sides-ing this in a bid to seem fair is going to get people killed. You're collectively going to both sides this into a dangerous precedent that you will deeply, deeply regret. Sit the fuck down and ask yourself if the Nuremberg prosecution both sides-ed the issue. Then do what they did.

That might sound great but at the trials they focused on a few leaders and let all the others walk. The others were just as guilty and knew exactly what they were doing. And so here we are today. Deciding the lessor or the greater evil when all is a great evil to mankind. Just saying

... because when you show me real, substantive attacks on lawmakers or other politically motivated attack by a registered democrat, then we can talk about both sides. We have enough issues without inventing some that don't, and have not, existed. No shooting up pizza parlours on our side, friend.

Should be, but won't be. Stop waiting on bad actors to act justly. It is NEVER going to happen If the people want change, and to get out from under the corruption, incompetence, and viciousness, they will have to do it themselves You think the Dem leadership, who is banking, actually give a shit?

Utah has elected & reelected Mike Lee three times-They know he his a worm of a man with less than honorable character-He once showed a bit of grit & guts when he wouldn’t endorse Trump in 2016-He’s shown his cowardice & nastiness since and he is hostile to cooperate with a government by the people!💪🏽

Here’s the truth. You put those SAME people in a room, FACE TO FACE with you, and I promise you—they will behave DIFFERENTLY. Humans AVOID CONFLICT. Behind a cellular phone 📱, they are more combative 😡, vulgar, rude, arrogant, stupid, and violent towards you.

Cell phones 📱 are destroying us humans. It’s causing more conflicts in our world now than ever. Which is why we must teach our youth how to respect ✊ others and themselves, and resolve conflicts in a positive manner. Us older people—we know how to do it better.

I've always been a fan of your courage. But your empathy and critical reasoning skills have made me more and more a fan as time passes. Thank you for providing a stable, well thought out perspective on every emotional issue.