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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsThe Trump cult is banking on the ignorance and apathy of the American voters.
They lie about what the Mueller Report said and did not say, confident that less than 1% of us read much of it.
They are now urging everyone to "read the transcript", thereby enabling them to pretend it "clears" Trump when, in fact, it is tantamount to a confession to a crime.
Today, knowing that only a small minority had the opportunity or the stamina to watch all the impeachment investigation hearings, Trump is bleating that the Republicans are "killing it" at said proceedingswhen, in fact, they've had their collective asses handed to them.
This fabric of lies must be shredded by those of us who know better. Our friends, neighbors and family need to hear the "straight skinny" from US. Pick your targets, pick your topics and don't expect many instant conversions. And, of course, have the ability to back up your opinions with facts.
jcgoldie
(11,627 posts)Much of the "ignorance" is willful.
Kurt V.
(5,624 posts)barbtries
(28,787 posts)the c-span feed. today there were nearly 175,000 people watching at the same time i was. there are live feeds up on youtube from all over the place. I think these hearings are being watched in a big way.
BannonsLiver
(16,352 posts)There is a lot more interest than the GOP wants people to believe. That would include State TV.
barbtries
(28,787 posts)somewhat surprising but if so they're doing the right thing. that means my brother and sister are watching too. sadly, i doubt it will change their minds. brainwashed.
but if any of the points repeatedly being reiterated by the Democrats should change some minds, it's in my opinion the facts regarding Ukraine's proximity to Russia, their desire to be a free and democratic nation, and the threat to the national security of the USA if they fail. it's a short hop from there to recognizing that what trump did is worthy of impeachment. still i have little hope.
BannonsLiver
(16,352 posts)A lot of the time its a pretty solid bet.
Garrett78
(10,721 posts)...are taking place.
bdamomma
(63,832 posts)to the cult45, cut off Fox news. Mr Bloomberg can buy that news outlet with his millions.
lame54
(35,281 posts)lame54
(35,281 posts)empedocles
(15,751 posts)Suspect that in trump doubting information is trickling down the food chain.
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