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Shallow is having a single fall man and everyone else is clean. A growing trend. Congratulations!
Dumb stuff you have there. Who controlled the budget and where the money went? Who tried to hide it by sending money through a 3rd party to avoid suspicion? You posted “from his personal account”. Political lightweight. You continue to prove it.
 

rillaman

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Find us news reports of the US trying to ruin countries by sneaking viruses in like China is doing. Can you do something other than your Chicken Little nonsense and produce some current documents that support your claim as opposed to diverting attention away from the serious business of who/what foreign nationals we allow into our university lab systems?


According to the White House, US taxpayer $ was used to fund dangerous gain of function research in a foreign lab. I think that was just as bad.
 

Uncoach

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Dumb stuff you have there. Who controlled the budget and where the money went? Who tried to hide it by sending money through a 3rd party to avoid suspicion? You posted “from his personal account”. Political lightweight. You continue to prove it.
Shallowmike laughs at a post whilst forgetting the Fauci workaround of providing a grant to EcoHealth Alliance.
 

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According to the White House, US taxpayer $ was used to fund dangerous gain of function research in a foreign lab. I think that was just as bad.
Thanks, Captain Obvious. We already know who funded the gain of function research. Fauci through a grant to EcoHealth Alliance. You literally avoided answering my question because you can’t answer it. You just need to deflect to something you think was just as bad.
 

tjfleck6

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I’m not a global warming guy. Don’t believe in it. I’m a resource guy, and clean fresh water is the most important one.

You’re the one talking about temps in Canada and Alaska.

If I was a global warming guy, I probably wouldn’t drive 2 SUVs. But I’ve always been concerned about water, and not oil/gas.

Thanks for admitting you think gas vehicle drivers are a problem. You’re the global warming guy now!
Haha. Clean fresh water is the most important problem to squish as he drives into the mountains to golf on a heavily watered course. Absolutely delicious that you are a total hypocrite.

Do I think gas vehicles are an issue? LOL, hell no. I've never once called global warming/climate change/etc anything but a complete scam. But, nice effort to deflect from your global warming posts in the past year.

And why would having 2 SUVs convince anyone that you aren't anything but a global warming guy? Every leftist spouting global warming is amongst the worst abusers in the world when it comes to violating "your" principles. Private jets, quick trips to events, etc. Greta Rillaman. Swing 'em straight today.
 

tjfleck6

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I hope you are right that they are scrambling to reach an agreement. I heard others predicting a week or two and we will have what we wanted, I'm highly suspicious this won't still take multiple months (from now). Also, us blocking Iranian ships could lead to conflicts with non-Iranian gov'ts that could add complexity, that's a total unknown that is potentially worrisome.
You are a wimp. China has already caved to Trump, everyone will meekly follow. Lucky Big Mike has a leader the world respects and fears. Squishy wants a leader the world likes and feels they can take advantage of (see Joe Biden/Barack Obama). And no, Squishy, the world doesn't hate us, they pretty much all envy us (as you envy Best) and want to come to America.
 

tjfleck6

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I’m specifically talking about releasing deadly pathogens. We did that just a handful of years ago. The USA govt was partially responsible. China is trying to do the same thing here. Everyone should hate governments that try to kill people through deadly pathogens, that never need to be released.

People like you and TJ also think OWS resulted in the death of millions and the maiming of countless others.
So, you now say you "hate your government". Gotcha.

Let's see, Fauci funded labs, Obama authorized it and Trump has killed USAid. Sounds like something you would vote against.

Are you alive because of OWS? You took it not once, but twice! Why do you hate Trump when he saved your life? OTOH, you dismiss the Pfizer exec in Germany saying the death jab killed up to 60k Germans.

The USA population has grown every year this decade despite the worst pandemic in a hundred years. The global population is also UP.

Wait until you learn about the US biolabs in Ukraine. Almost as shocking as where LA got the water to spur incredible growth.
 

illinimike

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You need anger management classes Jeff. I guess I'd be mad, too, if I sold before a massive market run up. Well, if it wasn't because of DOGE, what did cause federal employment to crater?
Listen to him, he is a subject matter expert. LOL
 

ILisBest

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I hope you are right that they are scrambling to reach an agreement. I heard others predicting a week or two and we will have what we wanted, I'm highly suspicious this won't still take multiple months (from now). Also, us blocking Iranian ships could lead to conflicts with non-Iranian gov'ts that could add complexity, that's a total unknown that is potentially worrisome.
No question we are entering uncharted territory blocking Iranian oil sales. Who knows how that plays if we do not have a deal soon. Trump is highly motivated to take an off ramp and the current Iranian leaders should be too. I think there is very good communication between XI and Trump. If we are being real, China is the only worrisome nation to US forces. I am a little disappointed the Iranian citizens could not find a path to overthrow a weakened, radical government. Oh well, imperfect solutions.
 
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rillaman

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Haha. Clean fresh water is the most important problem to squish as he drives into the mountains to golf on a heavily watered course. Absolutely delicious that you are a total hypocrite.

Do I think gas vehicles are an issue? LOL, hell no. I've never once called global warming/climate change/etc anything but a complete scam. But, nice effort to deflect from your global warming posts in the past year.

And why would having 2 SUVs convince anyone that you aren't anything but a global warming guy? Every leftist spouting global warming is amongst the worst abusers in the world when it comes to violating "your" principles. Private jets, quick trips to events, etc. Greta Rillaman. Swing 'em straight today.

Thanks GWG
 

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I’m specifically talking about releasing deadly pathogens. We did that just a handful of years ago. The USA govt was partially responsible. China is trying to do the same thing here. Everyone should hate governments that try to kill people through deadly pathogens, that never need to be released.

People like you and TJ also think OWS resulted in the death of millions and the maiming of countless others.
Fauci was awarded a Presidential Commendation by Trump and has yet to be held accountable for his role in the pandemic.
 
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Fauci was awarded a Presidential Commendation by Trump and has yet to be held accountable for his role in the pandemic.
And he was given a preemptive pardon by Biden to protect him so that the President that gave him a Presidential Commendation wouldn't initiate politically motivated prosecutions.
 

illinimike

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Faucci was a long term (unelected)bureaucrat with too much unchecked power. He directed US dollars to dangerous research in the hands of China. Combine these decisions with his lies to the public and he should be in prison.
I think he should have been publicly hanged, but prison would do.
 
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No question we are entering uncharted territory blocking Iranian oil sales. Who knows how that plays if we do not have a deal soon. Trump is highly motivated to take an off ramp and the current Iranian leaders should be too. I think there is very good communication between XI and Trump. If we are being real, China is the only worrisome nation to US forces. I am a little disappointed the Iranian citizens could not find a path to overthrow a weakened, radical government. Oh well, imperfect solutions.
32,000+ Iranian protestors murdered in January will do that. They also don't have a 2nd Amendment.
 
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BigWill

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Battle of Hormuz? Actions since Feb 28? Wasn’t it open Feb 28 (and weeks after)? One of our missions was to open an already open waterway? Did the president not say it would just open like 2 weeks ago in his address to the nation? I didn’t know this was all part of the plan.
Read my post about O I L and you could understand the overall tactics applied by our President.
 

dtrain79

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Couple Observations

1. Why is Trump fighting with the Pope? The Catholic Church as an entity is extremely pro-migration and anti-war. This is not because it has political views but the Catholic Church believes those are consistent with the teachings of Jesus. Agree or disagree, the Pope is going to have those views and as a theological figure, don't be surprised when they are expressed.

2. Pope Leo voted (in IL) in the 2016 Republican primary and at least the 2016 and 2024 general elections. I think Trump suspects that the Pope never voted for Trump! "Why does the Pope hate Trump???!!!" (I'm quoting Trump's brain on that one.) I have some guesses about whom the Pope voted for in 2016 ... wouldn't be shocked if he voted for the same candidate I did in both the primary and the general. I am definitely not anti-war. ;)

3. Trump posting pictures of himself as Jesus seems about as on brand as anything Trump could do. 2.75 more years of this, and then Dems will have total control. Until the GOP ditches populism first (not saying no populism is allowed), we will just go back and forth between one dumb ideology/political movement to another.

4. It's worth noting that so-called authoritarian Orban handled his defeat more nobly than Trump did his. Orban has been far too illiberal for me (the rule of law in Hungary is not in great shape), but he wasn't anti-democratic.

5. I heard a commentator I don't think is anti-Trump (served in his first Admin for awhile) say the other day that she thinks one of the big drags on Trump is that America is moving on from the "reality TV era." Specifically, reality TV ratings are terrible, no new shows are being green lit, and the industry is in steep decline. Trump is a clear "reality TV president," and it does seem like the drama surrounding him is wearing on people more in Term 2 than Term 1.
 

BigWill

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And just to magnify your status as a complete and total hypocrite / poser. It’s truly amazing the total liberal you have become. You ARE the problem. You whine about global warming and moan and whine about the scarcity of water and extreme drought. What are you doing about it today? You are burning fossil fuels to power a multi thousand pound vehicle UP the mountains of Colorado. When you reach your golf course, you will indulge in an elite activity. And last I checked, golf courses use a LOT of water. At end of your round you will no doubt consume a burger with a view at the 19th hole. Congrats - you are absolutely everythjng you claim to hate and definitely envy.
My Nephew lives on his favorite golf course, just off a water lake hazard.
 

BigWill

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My impression is Iran was blocking or charging ships to get through, but giving their ships free passage. Effective this week, the US Navy now blocks Iranian ships and gives other free passage. Thus, it is estimated cutting off the Iranian regimes ability to pay their military/ police past the next two weeks. This is why they are now scrambling to make the deal they turned down before they are turned on by the public.

Can you tell me where I am wrong? I am not saying I have this all accurate, so just let me know.
The exact embargo is that the US Navy does not allow ANY ship into or from any Iranian port.

Others ships into non-Iranian ports are free to go.
 

BigWill

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I’m not a global warming guy. Don’t believe in it. I’m a resource guy, and clean fresh water is the most important one.

You’re the one talking about temps in Canada and Alaska.

If I was a global warming guy, I probably wouldn’t drive 2 SUVs. But I’ve always been concerned about water, and not oil/gas.

Thanks for admitting you think gas vehicle drivers are a problem. You’re the global warming guy now!
Have a nice round at my Nephew's Golf Course. AFAIK his pool is still open, so hit a shot into the pool and take a dip.
 

BigWill

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We helped fund the Wuhan lab/outbreak. China wants to release deadly pathogens here. The rest of the world has to hate both of our countries.
Why, according to your posted beliefs here, the loss of 7,000,000 people Worldwide was a good event in lowering populations !
 

BigWill

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I hope you are right that they are scrambling to reach an agreement. I heard others predicting a week or two and we will have what we wanted, I'm highly suspicious this won't still take multiple months (from now). Also, us blocking Iranian ships could lead to conflicts with non-Iranian gov'ts that could add complexity, that's a total unknown that is potentially worrisome.
We have what we wanted :

1. No Nukes to Mullahs.
2. Control of most of oil, both current production and known reserves.
 
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BigWill

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Shallowmike laughs at a post whilst forgetting the Fauci workaround of providing a grant to EcoHealth Alliance.
The origins and financial methods used by the HIGHEST paid United States Federal employee have been covered ad infinitum here.

The Obumma Administration's method of "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" has been thoroughly proven.

If someone, singular or plural goes to jail is still an open question !
 

illinimike

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Couple Observations

1. Why is Trump fighting with the Pope? The Catholic Church as an entity is extremely pro-migration and anti-war. This is not because it has political views but the Catholic Church believes those are consistent with the teachings of Jesus. Agree or disagree, the Pope is going to have those views and as a theological figure, don't be surprised when they are expressed.

2. Pope Leo voted (in IL) in the 2016 Republican primary and at least the 2016 and 2024 general elections. I think Trump suspects that the Pope never voted for Trump! "Why does the Pope hate Trump???!!!" (I'm quoting Trump's brain on that one.) I have some guesses about whom the Pope voted for in 2016 ... wouldn't be shocked if he voted for the same candidate I did in both the primary and the general. I am definitely not anti-war. ;)

3. Trump posting pictures of himself as Jesus seems about as on brand as anything Trump could do. 2.75 more years of this, and then Dems will have total control. Until the GOP ditches populism first (not saying no populism is allowed), we will just go back and forth between one dumb ideology/political movement to another.

4. It's worth noting that so-called authoritarian Orban handled his defeat more nobly than Trump did his. Orban has been far too illiberal for me (the rule of law in Hungary is not in great shape), but he wasn't anti-democratic.

5. I heard a commentator I don't think is anti-Trump (served in his first Admin for awhile) say the other day that she thinks one of the big drags on Trump is that America is moving on from the "reality TV era." Specifically, reality TV ratings are terrible, no new shows are being green lit, and the industry is in steep decline. Trump is a clear "reality TV president," and it does seem like the drama surrounding him is wearing on people more in Term 2 than Term 1.
#5 is a really, really good observation that I hadn't considered, but makes total sense. I've never been a reality TV guy so didn't realize ratings were taking such a dive. The fake, manufactured drama wearing on people makes sense and I can see the correlation to Term 2.
 

BigWill

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Eating Somali food may just be substance abuse. I do recall the squishy mayor puckering up when he ate Somali food to impress his masters.
Nothing like a nice rare dog or cat.

American Indian tribes would use them for times of famine.

CCP inspectors were sent into huge areas of China after the early famines after Mao took charge.
They reported that not only had the human population starved to death, but the entire populations of dogs and cats had been eaten. Even anything made of leather had been eaten by the starving populace.

Over 100,000,000,000 were gone for you population experts.
 

BigWill

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Haha. Clean fresh water is the most important problem to squish as he drives into the mountains to golf on a heavily watered course. Absolutely delicious that you are a total hypocrite.

Do I think gas vehicles are an issue? LOL, hell no. I've never once called global warming/climate change/etc anything but a complete scam. But, nice effort to deflect from your global warming posts in the past year.

And why would having 2 SUVs convince anyone that you aren't anything but a global warming guy? Every leftist spouting global warming is amongst the worst abusers in the world when it comes to violating "your" principles. Private jets, quick trips to events, etc. Greta Rillaman. Swing 'em straight today.
2 things to know when establishing the bets on the First tee;
1. No calling "air presses" when the ball is aloft.
2. "Never play a $ 5 Nassau, if you feel callouses on the other fellows hand, when you shake hands to start the match.", Sam Snead.
 
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BigWill

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You are a wimp. China has already caved to Trump, everyone will meekly follow. Lucky Big Mike has a leader the world respects and fears. Squishy wants a leader the world likes and feels they can take advantage of (see Joe Biden/Barack Obama). And no, Squishy, the world doesn't hate us, they pretty much all envy us (as you envy Best) and want to come to America.
15,000,000 to 20,000,000 entering our Country illegally is a pretty decent indicator that the people of the World don't hate us...
 

ILisBest

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Couple Observations

1. Why is Trump fighting with the Pope? The Catholic Church as an entity is extremely pro-migration and anti-war. This is not because it has political views but the Catholic Church believes those are consistent with the teachings of Jesus. Agree or disagree, the Pope is going to have those views and as a theological figure, don't be surprised when they are expressed.

2. Pope Leo voted (in IL) in the 2016 Republican primary and at least the 2016 and 2024 general elections. I think Trump suspects that the Pope never voted for Trump! "Why does the Pope hate Trump???!!!" (I'm quoting Trump's brain on that one.) I have some guesses about whom the Pope voted for in 2016 ... wouldn't be shocked if he voted for the same candidate I did in both the primary and the general. I am definitely not anti-war. ;)

3. Trump posting pictures of himself as Jesus seems about as on brand as anything Trump could do. 2.75 more years of this, and then Dems will have total control. Until the GOP ditches populism first (not saying no populism is allowed), we will just go back and forth between one dumb ideology/political movement to another.

4. It's worth noting that so-called authoritarian Orban handled his defeat more nobly than Trump did his. Orban has been far too illiberal for me (the rule of law in Hungary is not in great shape), but he wasn't anti-democratic.

5. I heard a commentator I don't think is anti-Trump (served in his first Admin for awhile) say the other day that she thinks one of the big drags on Trump is that America is moving on from the "reality TV era." Specifically, reality TV ratings are terrible, no new shows are being green lit, and the industry is in steep decline. Trump is a clear "reality TV president," and it does seem like the drama surrounding him is wearing on people more in Term 2 than Term 1.

1. Trump is not disciplined. This is not new. The Pope choosing to align with the left to bash Trump is a bad look in lieu of his silence while the Mullahs murdered tens of thousands of innocent people just this year. Maybe Trump should have let that continue while they get weapons of mass destruction? The leaders of the Catholic Church continue to embarrass themselves on the world stage.

3. Again, Trump is not disciplined. I think the anti-Trumper stance marked Trump politically dead in 2015, 2020 and 2024. They will finally be right now that he can't run again.

5. The MSM gives him 90+% bad press everyday. He had a A+ move against Venezuela and he was universally bashed for it by the MS press. Reality TV and drama has little to do with it. He will be consistently bashed until he leaves office. People ought be used to it by now. He can't run again, so a good bet that he can't win again for any reason you want to assign.
 
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tjfleck6

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The cuts to the Federal workforce saved about 40 billion a year. Peanuts.

Where are the trillions in waste and fraud you were talking about in early 2025? 🙄
40B is peanuts? It's also a recurring 40B, so the 10 year budget impact is say 600B at least.

Where are the cuts? Stopped by Congress (Ds and Rs).
 
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BigWill

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No question we are entering uncharted territory blocking Iranian oil sales. Who knows how that plays if we do not have a deal soon. Trump is highly motivated to take an off ramp and the current Iranian leaders should be too. I think there is very good communication between XI and Trump. If we are being real, China is the only worrisome nation to US forces. I am a little disappointed the Iranian citizens could not find a path to overthrow a weakened, radical government. Oh well, imperfect solutions.
Oil sales are not being blocked. Oil tankers are free to transit to the World wide system of moving oil, to be refined or refined.

You just can't ship or load at any Iranian port.