leh-nerd skin-erd

Not that long ago, the analysts were projecting a massive steamrolling liberal swing toward a Clintonesque America. They were wrong in spectacular fashion. Then they projected a swing toward a Bidenesque liberal America, and they were right. Then they seemed to think JBs command of the presidency was too great for Trump to overcome, and when Trump steamrolled JB at their debate, he didn’t even make it to the race. Then the analysts were all about brat summer and Harris liberalism, wrong again. They’ll be right, they’ll be wrong and time marches on. Either way, Australia isn’t the US, and the US isn’t Australia.

I enjoyed Australia when I visited a few years back. Friendly people, cool history, a great trip. If they like their version of government, good for them.

Pulling mussels (from the shell)

I love my Lauren shirts, and have always felt the quality was very good. I’ve had some for many years. I guess I never thought it had much to do with projecting sophistication and wealth, I just like the way they wash/iron/hold form. Side note I seem to recall starting to like the way they wash/iron/hold form roughly around the time my then-gf told me they looked good on me and I would probably like how they wash/iron/fold form.

It’s the current admin’s brilliance when things go well. It’s the other guys fault when it doesn’t. This is politics, man. Same as it ever was…

Everywhere. Now. You.

One for each gender?

I just don't see the benefit to me for participating in Tibsy's occasional campaign of hate and disillusionment. If he gets upset and a throws some virtual rough elbows my way, no big deal. We both know, and Tibsy certainly knows, that the tough talk he favors here would be non-existent if we had a personal conversation. On the other hand, I'm pretty comfortable in my approach on or off the board. Fair is what you pay, but probably not enough. Cover is cover.

Why are you angry with me? It's your fair share, cover your own nut!

I am not sure what extra taxes you're talking about. Besides, you're a liberal, and you love high taxes when someone else is covering the payment. If you're paying more, it's for someone less fortunate than you, probably. Candidly, I am not feeling the gratitude vibe with your reply. Always remember that your attitude determines your altitude, Tibsy.

I’m part of a broader coalition of American voters who recognized the challenges and destructive tendencies of your Biden admin, and that continuing down that path with Harris was going to lead to more of the same. We voted for change, and the rare earth mineral deal negotiated by the Trump admin was creative, appropriate and necessary. Ukraine wins. America wins. Even you won, Tibsy, in spite of being on the wrong side of the issue until acknowledging the agreement yesterday. In a sense, through my vote, I helped you become a better you. I am the wind beneath your wings, even though as a dodo bird you struggle to fly!

“Crash and burn”? Take it easy, Iceman. 🙄

I see. How does that make you feel?

Ah, I see the genesis of your confusion. Thank you.

Rare earth mineral deal joy.

Your contention is the only thing taxed in our country besides federal income is a minivan? Strong play.

I think you're saying your Canadian problems are all due to Trump, and it's a gigantic conspiracy of top secret donations that brought you to this point. I'm saying Canadian problems that deal with Canadians, Canadian provinces, Canadian truck drivers and Canadian government regulations are more likely just Canadian problems.

Tax impacts the household budget and represents a significant out-of-pocket for American families. For example, a family purchases a new minivan, and the cost is $35,000. Round numbers... if the tax on said purchase was 8%, the tax payment would be $2,800. If the tax was 5%, the tax payment would be $1,750. If the tax was 1%, the tax payment would be $350. In this example, $2,800 represents a higher out of pocket than $1,750, which represents a higher out of pocket than $350. I am not intentionally trying to mislead you, but the math is the math. I used the font feature to draw your attention to important words.

You are very welcome!

So, the truckers in Canada were simple, happy dullards until the "maga right" sent them $25 in donations? As it relates to 1/6, the people who acted criminally were to blame regardless of whether some guy from Calgary sent some of those funny looking nickels their way. You're pointing the finger of blame in the wrong direction.

When the commentary shifts to the tax burden of the 47%, we can discuss that (and how folks like Andy typically want the people above them to pay more, always). For now, I'm extraordinarily comfortable in stating that things like sales tax are real, and impact the money available to the typical American family in a substantial way.

Federal income tax is only one form of taxation, Gato gordo.

Melania's J. Peterman Makinaw Flogger (The casual elegance of this muckaruck belies the serious nature of the woman who wears it) carries a completely different version of the phrase you made famous here.

With respect to taxes, yes, of course. It always seems to me that lefties like Andy take issue with businesses and individuals up a notch on the income scale, are perfectly willing to suggest they carry more of the burden, and whistle past the tax issue like it's a sacred cow. In this case, his concern is the $3000-5000 per year that people may be forced to pay due to the Trump tariff. Meanwhile, the hole in the back of the income/savings bucket is massive and they seem completely unfazed by that. Disclaimer--paying tax is important and necessary in civil society, and I have no problem with it conceptually. However, a little tweaking now and again, a bit of fiscal responsibility and maybe the odd year where spending is reduced wouldn't suck: https://www.self.inc/info/life-of-tax/ The average American will pay $524,625 in taxes throughout their lifetime — that’s a third (34.7%) of all estimated lifetime earnings ($1,494,986) spent on taxes.

Maybe an XXL t shirt but still, the print would be very, very small. This will, however fit, and it’s a Frankish orig: No one cares.