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😁 Trump Will Go Nuts 😁 (Original Post) MayReasonRule Oct 2025 OP
Inshallah. nt Tommy Carcetti Oct 2025 #1
What's that mean? raccoon Oct 2025 #3
Arabic for "If God wills it." Tommy Carcetti Oct 2025 #5
You must not know many Middle Easterners, Arabs, or Muslims. It's a very common expression. It means 'if Allah wills it' Celerity Oct 2025 #6
I learned the meaning by reading Amelia Peabody books...Elizabeth Peters AKA Barbara Mertz Demsrule86 Oct 2025 #15
Those are great books BlueKota Oct 2025 #47
Old compadre of mine worked in Saudi for a few years paleotn Oct 2025 #32
A favorite Nikossitti Oct 2025 #44
Just do it.. Deuxcents Oct 2025 #2
Yip, close to the vest, not give clues for their damage control, please. UTUSN Oct 2025 #28
Please explain "go" nuts... Conjuay Oct 2025 #4
It probably means MLWR Oct 2025 #52
I'm wondering if the Grim Reaper is close to knocking in his door Jerry2144 Oct 2025 #7
He will never push up daisies.... lastlib Oct 2025 #29
Yup lonely bird Oct 2025 #51
I will believe it when I see it. dugog55 Oct 2025 #8
Our Democracy sure could use a little tweaking KS Toronado Oct 2025 #11
"Look at what is going on with armed forces in Democrat cities..." Wednesdays Oct 2025 #14
Yep. That right there is a tip-off. calimary Oct 2025 #19
Yeah, I didn't alert because it could easily have been a mistake. Wednesdays Oct 2025 #20
My Money Says Most Folks Are Unaware That The Term Originated As A Slur... MayReasonRule Oct 2025 #25
Then it's high time we taught 'em. nt Wednesdays Oct 2025 #42
For Sure Y'all.. I Just Don't See It As A Hill To Die On... Definitions Of Terms Vary Through Time And Cultures... MayReasonRule Oct 2025 #45
Post removed Post removed Oct 2025 #46
Not everyone knows that, it's a bit much to denigrate a du member as "bastard.. mean.. stupid.. poorly educated" chia Oct 2025 #38
My Money Says Most Folks Are Unaware That It Originated As A Slur MayReasonRule Oct 2025 #24
I agree with dugog55 and if your only complaint is that he wrote "Democrat" instead on "Democratic" then... Towlie Oct 2025 #33
Words have consequences. nt Wednesdays Oct 2025 #41
Rec for the IC malaise Oct 2025 #43
Complete revisionist history regarding the ACA. None of your claims about it are true. Wiz Imp Oct 2025 #16
He's on monthly infusions for Congestive Heart Failure Captain Zero Oct 2025 #36
Democratic Cirsium Oct 2025 #39
I'll take any good news--even if quite possibly exaggerated (and yes, I do love Swalwell, but...) hlthe2b Oct 2025 #9
I need it badly today, too Grim Chieftain Oct 2025 #10
I totally relate to every word you've posted, Grim Chieftain. calimary Oct 2025 #23
I told my psychiatrist BlueKota Oct 2025 #48
Bless your heart, BlueKota, i know how you feel Grim Chieftain Oct 2025 #49
It's hard. BlueKota Oct 2025 #53
I hope Eric is right! nt Exp Oct 2025 #12
I hope it is true. SamKnause Oct 2025 #13
He's nuts already. WestMichRad Oct 2025 #17
Cleanup on Aisle 7, Condiments!! lastlib Oct 2025 #18
... SheltieLover Oct 2025 #27
I WANT to believe lame54 Oct 2025 #21
Yep I'll believe it when I see it. Irish_Dem Oct 2025 #31
False hope, Eric. ReRe Oct 2025 #22
Short trip... SheltieLover Oct 2025 #26
I hope that Congressman Swalwell is right LetMyPeopleVote Oct 2025 #30
I hope so too, but won't put much faith in it happening until enough GOP Congress Cretins force Johnson to open things Attilatheblond Oct 2025 #34
I'll believe it when I see it awesomerwb1 Oct 2025 #35
I am too afraid too hope again. BlueKota Oct 2025 #37
It's WAY PAST TIME for fuck's sake Blue Owl Oct 2025 #40
"Jailbreak" is the right word! Jack Valentino Oct 2025 #50

Tommy Carcetti

(44,415 posts)
5. Arabic for "If God wills it."
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 09:19 AM
Oct 2025

But in a more secular, universal sense, it's basically, "Crossing our fingers."

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inshallah

In an Islamic context, it expresses the belief that nothing happens unless God wills it, and that his will supersedes all human will; however, more generally the phrase is commonly used by Muslims, Arab Christians and Arabic speakers of other religions to refer to events that one hopes will happen in the future, having the same meaning as the English word "hopefully."

Celerity

(53,746 posts)
6. You must not know many Middle Easterners, Arabs, or Muslims. It's a very common expression. It means 'if Allah wills it'
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 09:25 AM
Oct 2025

It's an expression of hope for something to happen.

Many cultures outside of the core also use it.

Demsrule86

(71,499 posts)
15. I learned the meaning by reading Amelia Peabody books...Elizabeth Peters AKA Barbara Mertz
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 11:46 AM
Oct 2025

He books are wonderful...meticulously researched in terms of history.

"The Amelia Peabody series is a series of twenty historical mystery novels and one non-fiction companion volume written by Egyptologist Barbara Mertz (1927–2013) under the pen name Elizabeth Peters. The series is centered on the adventures of the unconventional female Egyptologist Amelia Peabody Emerson, for whom the series is named, and an ever-increasing number of family, friends, allies, and characters both fictional and based on historical figures."

paleotn

(21,624 posts)
32. Old compadre of mine worked in Saudi for a few years
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 01:58 PM
Oct 2025

I picked it up from him. His definition…..I sure as shit hope so.

Jerry2144

(3,188 posts)
7. I'm wondering if the Grim Reaper is close to knocking in his door
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 09:54 AM
Oct 2025

All these hints the Felon dropped. And the files will release once he’s pushing up daisies. I am sure there are some Republiklans who want to come back from the extreme right to hopefully (by then) get re-elected, but can’t while the Korrupt Korpulent Koprolite is still filling his diapers

lastlib

(27,595 posts)
29. He will never push up daisies....
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 01:52 PM
Oct 2025

Daisies would never take root in the toxic soil over him. Now, THISTLES......(grow anywhere---they would grow on the moon if there was an atmosphere.)

lonely bird

(2,781 posts)
51. Yup
Thu Oct 9, 2025, 08:48 AM
Oct 2025

I hate thistles. Rip them up by the roots and they come back. They treat Roundup like it’s taking a shower.

dugog55

(365 posts)
8. I will believe it when I see it.
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 09:55 AM
Oct 2025

I've read an article everyday this year, most stating Trump is almost done. He has crossed the line with his people. He can't do that. That is not legal. Trump is in trouble now. And on and on. Trump is here to stay. Look at what is going on with armed forces in Democrat cities, he wants to jail Democrat leaders and rabble rousers. All his actions just show how antiquated our 250 year old Constitution actually is. The Heritage Foundation has had four years to comb through it and find every imaginable loophole and they exploited it to the maximum. The Supreme Court is a joke. And I still can't believe that so many in office just sat back and watched as Trump worked within the system to destroy our Democracy. He uses Executive Orders like he is handing out Halloween Candy.
It's funny how it took the Dems 2 years to get the ACA passed when they had both houses of Congress. One old slime ball Republican, Mitch McConnell, delayed and held up the process, and got dozens of changes. Trump got the Big Stupid Bill passed with hardly any problems. I do not think most people are taking seriously enough what is happening to our Country. I am sick to my stomach every single day what it going on. I am actually glad I am on the old side of life, and won't have to live in this hell hole much longer. I do feel for my children and grandchildren though. But there is nothing I can do to change that.

KS Toronado

(23,098 posts)
11. Our Democracy sure could use a little tweaking
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 11:28 AM
Oct 2025

I'd start with voting rights, make it simple & easy to vote by mail for everybody.
Make Government shutdowns illegal, lots of things we could do.

Wednesdays

(21,637 posts)
14. "Look at what is going on with armed forces in Democrat cities..."
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 11:46 AM
Oct 2025

"...he wants to jail Democrat leaders..."

That's DemocratIC cities and leaders. The use of "Democrat" as an adjective rather than a noun is a rightwing slur.

calimary

(89,098 posts)
19. Yep. That right there is a tip-off.
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 12:24 PM
Oct 2025

It’s not “the Democrat party” or “the Democrat leaders” or “the Democrat ANYTHING”! The word “Democrat” is a noun. NOT an adjective.

All it tells me is that these bastards are either just mean cuz they’re wording it this way on purpose, or they’re just stupid or poorly educated.

Wednesdays

(21,637 posts)
20. Yeah, I didn't alert because it could easily have been a mistake.
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 12:28 PM
Oct 2025

Next time, not so much.

MayReasonRule

(4,016 posts)
25. My Money Says Most Folks Are Unaware That The Term Originated As A Slur...
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 01:46 PM
Oct 2025

I was unaware until just recently myself...

MayReasonRule

(4,016 posts)
45. For Sure Y'all.. I Just Don't See It As A Hill To Die On... Definitions Of Terms Vary Through Time And Cultures...
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 03:05 PM
Oct 2025

'Fag' comes to mind...

As does 'boot'...

Or how about this...

That's 'bad' dude!
In that sentence, what does 'bad' infer?

The intent of the speaker in such cases may be lost and misconstrued by those that are listening.

We're a Big Tent...

I've got no real problem with folks that are out of the loop regarding the historically pejorative nature of the term.

I'd much prefer to keep 'em in the tent!

Response to MayReasonRule (Reply #45)

chia

(2,753 posts)
38. Not everyone knows that, it's a bit much to denigrate a du member as "bastard.. mean.. stupid.. poorly educated"
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 02:11 PM
Oct 2025

especially since the member has been here since 2009.

Towlie

(5,557 posts)
33. I agree with dugog55 and if your only complaint is that he wrote "Democrat" instead on "Democratic" then...
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 02:00 PM
Oct 2025

... my question to you is "Is that all you've got?"

Wiz Imp

(9,043 posts)
16. Complete revisionist history regarding the ACA. None of your claims about it are true.
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 11:53 AM
Oct 2025

Captain Zero

(8,756 posts)
36. He's on monthly infusions for Congestive Heart Failure
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 02:05 PM
Oct 2025
He is at an end. That's why he disappears fo 3 Days at the end of a month.
My source is confidential.

hlthe2b

(112,903 posts)
9. I'll take any good news--even if quite possibly exaggerated (and yes, I do love Swalwell, but...)
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 11:06 AM
Oct 2025

I need it badly today...

Grim Chieftain

(1,277 posts)
10. I need it badly today, too
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 11:27 AM
Oct 2025

Trump is ruining lives in all manner possible. Here I am in my "golden years" and I wake up every day with dread and foreboding.
He is an evil that has permeated every aspect of this once great country. Damn him.

I love Swalwell, too, and I don't think he'd give us false hope.

calimary

(89,098 posts)
23. I totally relate to every word you've posted, Grim Chieftain.
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 12:56 PM
Oct 2025

Also in my “golden years”, and I too am filled with dread and foreboding. Your assessment of the donald is spot-on. And widely shared.

BlueKota

(5,057 posts)
48. I told my psychiatrist
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 07:13 PM
Oct 2025

that I don't want to die, and leave my dog and cat alone without me. Then I said, however, if God(I believe) decided he wanted to bring on the end times, I wouldn't blame him, and I'd be okay with that. She laughed, because she thought I was kidding. I was partially, but at least the worrying what's going to happen would be over.

Grim Chieftain

(1,277 posts)
49. Bless your heart, BlueKota, i know how you feel
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 08:31 PM
Oct 2025

I am a baby boomer and have lived through some very dark times in this nation's history. I have always loved the USA. I was the little lady in the stands at football games wiping tears when the National Anthem was sung. I don't recognize my beloved country anymore, and it's breaking my heart.

I have lost family and friends over Trump...if they believe in him and his evil agenda, they have no place in my life. Hatred, intolerance and cruelty are abhorrent to me.

I don't know what to do, how to get through the days. I pray and ask that our once great democracy be saved, but nothing seems to change. Each day is a new horror.

Take care, friend. I'm right there with you.

BlueKota

(5,057 posts)
53. It's hard.
Thu Oct 9, 2025, 04:45 PM
Oct 2025

My parents always helped others. My Mom was a RN and my Dad delivered water to wells, and farmers, and took volunteer fire calls for 3 local companies, and watered the fairgrounds racing track between races. The last he did not for money, but tickets so we could go to the County fair.If people couldn't pay for their water bill, he'd let them pay a little over time interest free. My Mom provided nursing care to my paternal grandma and grandma's friends for free. That's how my sister and I were raised, to work hard, help others without expecting anything in return, and follow the rules.

Now it seems those "values," are no longer valued. It's the people who lie, cheat, steal, and harm others for no valid reason except they are not white straight American born men, and Republican, who are held in esteem. The rest of us are viewed as weak suckers whose only purpose is to worship and work for that privileged class only.

My college professors were mostly guys who were hippies in the sixties, and taught equal rights, to respect the Constitution, and social justice. Now they would be called radicals.

You're right. I don't recognize this country anymore either. It's heartbreaking.

lastlib

(27,595 posts)
18. Cleanup on Aisle 7, Condiments!!
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 12:08 PM
Oct 2025

Ketchup be flyin!

Could someone make one of those yellow diamond road signs, "Watch For Flying Ketchup"?

ReRe

(12,179 posts)
22. False hope, Eric.
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 12:52 PM
Oct 2025

Unless you can guarantee that Mike Johnson will gavel the House back into session, swear in the newly elected AZ Rep, then call for a vote on the discharge petition that releases the sought after information in the Epstein files. I could go on and on but am ill and need to get off here for now. I hope he is right but fear he is wrong.

Attilatheblond

(8,334 posts)
34. I hope so too, but won't put much faith in it happening until enough GOP Congress Cretins force Johnson to open things
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 02:01 PM
Oct 2025

BlueKota

(5,057 posts)
37. I am too afraid too hope again.
Wed Oct 8, 2025, 02:08 PM
Oct 2025

We hear so often that so and so representative or senator on the R side is ready to turn against tsf, but then they get threats, and they once again kneel before him like the obedient little court jesters they truly are.

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