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Aussie here. Do Republicans really think that support for the unemployed and health care are bad? Is it just because they think TAXES! and freak out?
 
Aussie here. Do Republicans really think that support for the unemployed and health care are bad? Is it just because they think TAXES! and freak out?

It's basically an extension of the mantra of "Pick yourself up by your bootstraps" aka "Fuck you, I got mine."

Helping those poors? That's weak, cowardly, socialist talk!
 
Would you say it's fair that a lot of Obama's problems has been caused by unruly Republicans in the House? Will they let him go about business now he's been re-elected and they don't have to worry about him getting another term?
 
Aussie here. Do Republicans really think that support for the unemployed and health care are bad? Is it just because they think TAXES! and freak out?

Yes.

They think that whatever they did or earned in life was based on hard work alone and if they can do it then everyone else can.

They don't realize that yes hard work is part of it but so is opportunity and safety nets that get you back up.
 
Would you say it's fair that a lot of Obama's problems has been caused by unruly Republicans in the House? Will they let him go about business now he's been re-elected and they don't have to worry about him getting another term?

I see them being obstructive again.

But I also see Obama doing what he wants and the American people want to get done such as raising taxes on the rich. He mostly held back on that in his last term because he spent a lot of capital on other liberal things like the Afordable Health care Act and Don't ask don't tell.

Now he doesn't have to worry about that.
 
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Honestly not sure of the origin, sorry, just turned up on my twitter.

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I like the implication that Obama winning is going to make us a joke around the world.

When, in reality, the fact that Romney was up for election already made us a joke around the world.
 
It's basically an extension of the mantra of "Pick yourself up by your bootstraps" aka "Fuck you, I got mine."

Helping those poors? That's weak, cowardly, socialist talk!

Yes.

They think that whatever they did or earned in life was based on hard work alone and if they can do it then everyone else can.

They don't realize that yes hard work is part of it but so is opportunity and safety nets that get you back up.

Interesting. Quite the opposite of what we have in Australia, which is the basic concept of "a fair go" for everyone, even though what we have probably doesn't go far enough (IMO).
 
As a Swiss person with mostly normal friends I can't contribute but I find it funny when people who lack any interest or knowledge in US politics post how happy they are about Obama winning.
Uh, this is the worst. I had friends pull all-nighters and miss lectures and I don't think they really give a shit except as a trend inspired by people they interact with on the internet.
 
I'm from GA so lots of conservative friends on fbook...the worst comment i've seen though goes to:

"That's fucking it. my husband is getting out of the military. I'm not sacrificing our time together so that he can go fight for such a pathetic country. if he stays in... it's on him... I'm out. I was already ashamed.. and now I get another 4 years of being ashamed... If I had the money... I'd leave... too bad I'm a middle class citizen thats going to get fucked again for the next 4 years"

I want to reply so badly, but i'm terrible at arguing politics

That's okay, you don't need to be good at arguing in order to call people idiots.
 
All this stuff is making me glow, its beautiful. I'm going to snuggle in bed now like Ralphie at the end of A Christmas Story, red rider under my arm, all is right with the world.

(Well, it actually creeps me out that people exist with these thought patterns, but at least they're not getting their way)
 
What do these people think Obama did over the last four years that makes him so horrible? They're constantly screaming about how he's taking away our freedom and ruining the country, but I don't think I've ever heard one example of how he's done these things.
 
What do these people think Obama did over the last four years that makes him so horrible? They're constantly screaming about how he's taking away our freedom and ruining the country, but I don't think I've ever heard one example of how he's done these things.

He's black.
 
What do these people think Obama did over the last four years that makes him so horrible? They're constantly screaming about how he's taking away our freedom and ruining the country, but I don't think I've ever heard one example of how he's done these things.

Food stamps! Health care! Small businesses! Unemployment! These are words!
 
What do these people think Obama did over the last four years that makes him so horrible? They're constantly screaming about how he's taking away our freedom and ruining the country, but I don't think I've ever heard one example of how he's done these things.

Don't you see? This was always his plan. After a mellow first term, Hussein will start to put his real plan into motion. Thus begins the end of America and the beginning of a new age of tyranny in the land. Just you wait. This dude is playing a long game.
 
This social media shit needs to die. People are so tough and say what they want on the internet because they can hide behind their computer. All of these people would be deathly afraid to say it outside their house.

It also comes down to attention and trying to go against the grain. They think "Hmm what can I post on Facebook that will be funny and show I hate Obama because most people like him?" oH i'm moving to canada see you in four years is a good one! LOL look at all the likes I get!!

Pathetic people
 
What do these people think Obama did over the last four years that makes him so horrible? They're constantly screaming about how he's taking away our freedom and ruining the country, but I don't think I've ever heard one example of how he's done these things.

These people have legitimate fears for what's happening in this country. The problem is their fears are focused on the wrong person.

They don't realize that corporate power is a huge part of our problem and that voting for congressional members is as equally important as voting for the President.

They're under educated people who group up with years of religious indoctrination. So it's very hard to get them to see the voice of reason. Corporations and the GOP know this so they take advantage of those facts and use Obama as a scape goat.
 
Someone caught me at the Obama rally:


Haha, awesome! Totally jealous. Being at an Obama rally woulda been fun; last time to do it, too /bittersweet tear/ Cute little dance, too :P

I don't really have anyone melting down on my facebook wall or anything; short list, only a few friends that show up on my feed, etc etc

I have to say, I'm... not surprised at some of these people's reactions :\ But really, they can bitch and moan all they want, cause we made some MAJORLY HUGE strides in the right direction tonight!! I'm so psyched!
 
What do these people think Obama did over the last four years that makes him so horrible? They're constantly screaming about how he's taking away our freedom and ruining the country, but I don't think I've ever heard one example of how he's done these things.
Being black. And Muslim.
 
Lol, the whole "fuck this, I'm moving to Canada" thing is hysterical. Guess who really doesn't see eye to eye with your politics?
 
As a swede, all this about financial support, free healthcare etc being bad is hilarious. Its great. Oh also, no tuition.

Stay jelly republicans! Im happy to see Obama win, and these posts are hilarious
 
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