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The other posts, where you compared the body type of professional athletes in their prime to a 78 year old guy? I googled retired heavyweight champ Larry Holmes, age 75, listed on AI as 6’3” 225. He didn’t look anything like Larry Fitzgerald, who, interestingly, looks like a high school senior compared to DK Metcalf in the photos provided. I didn’t comment because it was silly. I commented on Le Batard because he’s been in the news recently and I’d question what he says. You could be right on Trump’s height and weight, but maybe we gotta trust the doc and his science?

I don’t believe it’s idiocy, I believe it’s strategy.

Is this the same Le Batard who just acknowledged “laundering” the image of Tyreek Hill when it came to allegations of domestic violence, or is that a different Le Batard?

That all makes perfect sense, those injuries in your profession would be disastrous. If the running for office thing falls apart and Vegas thing gets traction, you’re welcome.

Sounds like you had a pretty good run--- playing competitive basketball into your 30s. I respect that, but the getting hurt part--were you playing hoops over a pit of alligators? Most of the guys I know who played and/or still play complained about bumps/bruises and worst. Or, was your self-employment reliant on not blowing out knees, shoulders or trouble with anything related to something that sounded like "L4" or "L5"? Plumbing contractor? Stone Mason? Vegas Showperson?

Let's not forget about your early 40s and your foray into martial arts.

For God’s sake you’re a lawyer! You people analyze, declare, reimagine and reinterpret information for a living. Now you’re opining on another brother maybe putting a thumb on the scale? 61 is the number. Plus or minus. At or near. Or as Chi famously opined, if it’s off a bit, special rules for “electeds” must be considered.

Thanks. Were you comfortable with the business-as-usual approach pre-Trump-tariff? Do you feel that the country was on the right track, economically and fiscally? Were we prime for a substantial correction in your opinion? Assuming worst case scenario as you see it—does the economy recover in a year, two, or never? I have no hidden agenda in asking, I just try to deal with what’s in front of me and control what I can. To that end, my plan remains the same. Understand that emotion often drives the market, and we have lots of emotion in play these days (some driven by those that prey on emotion in the market). Save. Invest. Diversify. Consume appropriately. Keep panic at bay remembering the message points of 2008, 1987, the lean oil years of the 70s and all that came before.

It doesn’t matter to you, perhaps, because you were a fan of his agenda. As for the country doing well, there were scores of people protesting all sorts of things that implied otherwise. The unfairness of having to honor debt incurred. People not paying their fair share. The inequity of the tax rate beginning at precisely $400k. Oligarchs behind every tree in every city in America. Socioeconomic climate inequities. The rights of the establishment v the rights of parents. On the other hand, quite obviously tens on millions of people rejected the notion that the country was doing well and voted accordingly. You’re free to push on and never give a thought to Biden, but I don’t feel inclined to follow suit. I will say that I believe the collective devotion of hardcore leftists (and more than a few centrists and moderates) to overzealous and heavy-handed government under Biden lead to the election of DJT. In that regard, I credit (or blame) you (the collective) more than everyday Trump supporters. Be that as it may, and to honor your request to push on, what exactly do you mean by “veritable economic disaster”? What do you see happening in the next several days, and what are the ramifications long term?

Kemp….the doors a’closing poster. Classic.

It’s a fascinating thing to watch, the evolution of silliness on JBs condition. At least they finally moved away from “He stutters a bit”.

I heard that the pandemic started in China, and that subsequently, the Chinese government was completely unwilling to participate in a deep dive into the origins of the virus. Everyone has their own journey though, and if you are in perpetual search for the G spot, roll on, soldier.

You live your truth, you crazy son of a b-tch. There’s a purity there, I suppose.

That pandemic was something else. Where did it get started again?

Well, to be fair, the chaos is largely a matter of perspective. In our political system, the winds of change blow quickly and politicians are always trying to figure out how to win the next election. As we approach the midterms, focus changes especially in tightly contested races. I think Trump realizes that, and decided to push forward and fast. In addition, the $500k study, one of hundreds if not thousands, most definitely falls into axe category. As for the lefty (or righty) government agency/official skimming off the top, I am not so sure. There’s a sh$tton of $$$ money involved and corruption always finds a way.

Acknowledging the initiative is the right thing to do is a good first step. As far as people not liking the process, that likely falls along political lines. I don’t like chaos, certainly don’t like to see friends or neighbors impacted by job losses, but as you indicated, pretty much everyone has known we (taxpayers) are getting fleeced and have been for decades. Sometimes you use a scalpel, sometimes an axe.

I think he knows it’s a different country than China.

The man raging about oligarchs and authoritarianism appears on behalf of…..China. Of course he does. https://edition.cnn.com/2025/04/09/politics/cnn-bernie-sanders-town-hall-takeaways/index.html “We don’t have to hate China. We don’t have to hate other people. Let’s figure out a way to work together,” the Vermont independent said in a CNN town hall, hours after Trump raised his tariffs on Beijing to 125% amid a trade battle ignited by the president. “The goal has got to be to break down these barriers that separate us as human beings — come together as Americans and come together globally as human beings,” Sanders said.

Your prediction was there would be a negotiation on tariffs? That was established. Market volatility was inevitable…do you really think that surprised anyone at the table? Right now, I see you less as Charles, more as Murray Schwab, Chuck’s cousin who works at Famous Footwear and riffs on Chucks market analysis 10 days after it comes out. For now, your win results in you getting Employee of the Month parking between the dumpster and the pallets of MSG behind the Chinese restaurant (still sellling Fried Dumplings 8 for $7.50– tariffs be damned!).

I think it’s important to consider the trajectory of the posters in question. Lots of hot takes, mostly misses.

Spot on B.

Ah, your “drama teacher” was unaware of the history of black face, stereotypes and social barriers of the day. I’m sure he was completely blindsided by the fallout, having intended of course to honor the Black experience by painting his face with shoe polish. You would have made a good liberal dem after Teddy K abandoned MJ Kopechne in that car—his performance in the infamous neck brace was Trudeau-worthy. Drama indeed.

A member of team Black Face attempting to secure the high ground on some crude humor is an interesting play. Good luck to you.

I’ve heard conflicting stories about the level and care provided by the VA for many years., especially with respect to mental health and PTSD. I’d think there is room for improvement there, but I may be behind the current standard of care provided. Regardless, I’m with you that the goal should be top tier care. The penguins I’m not so sure of. I’m neither pro nor con, but heard some people with a different perspective were actually protesting costs associated with the studies of the menstrual cycles of the cross dressing mini mice of Paraguay. Not sure if there was any street corn, folk music or face painting, they’re a serious bunch.

Well, I think if the American taxpayer was as committed to our national best interest as your friends are to yours, we probably wouldn't be standing right where we are today.