These freakin’ guys…
It is probably a given that most of us are well past the point of taking anything that goes on at CNN seriously. The network unwittingly redefines self-parody every day in the Trump era. Some are infuriated by the daily clown show, some of us are mildly entertained watching them being triggered by the president.
CNN may be trying to destroy President Trump and the Republican party along with him, but they have become such a rabidly ideological clown show that they may now be helping.
It was this bit from yesterday’s Briefing that got me thinking:
Honestly, I’m starting to think the GOP paid for this CNN townhall. The amount of ad material is insane.
— (((AG))) (@AGHamilton29) September 5, 2019
The more time I spent on Thursday reading about the climate crazy town hall, the more it became apparent why the DNC twice put the kibosh on the idea of a primary debate focused solely on climate change. There is a stark difference between the repetition of brief, rehearsed campaign talking points in controlled situations and giving the candidates extended time to let their fascist freak flags fly in a live setting.
If the Democrats are interested in winning back the disaffected voters in middle America that they lost in 2016, they’re probably not going to do it by having Kamala Harris propose a police state, Bernie Sanders advocate for more abortion, or Mayor Pete condemn burger eaters, all to showcase their concern for Mother Earth.
As if it wanted to give the Republicans an extra assist, CNN decided to fact-check the town hall. It wasn’t all pretty.
The climate loon special was enough of an in-kind contribution from CNN to Trump 2020, but the network isn’t done with its generosity:
CNN, Human Rights Campaign to host Democratic presidential town hall focused on LGBTQ issues https://t.co/VMOEys3lZA pic.twitter.com/jZomQI9mPc
— CNN Politics (@CNNPolitics) September 6, 2019
If threatening to jail them for using the wrong kind of straw doesn’t win back the hearts and votes of Chuck and Marge in Ohio, a night with the candidates talking about letting four-year-old kids choose their genders from a menu of seventy-two flavors during an LGBTQ town hall should certainly do the trick.
Flyover country may very well be awash in rainbow flags by election day.
It’s been said by many that all the Democrats have to do is not act insane. Well, that’s out the window. Now, thanks to CNN, American voters are getting an extra glimpse or two of the insanity. The ratings may be low for these events, but the video for social media and the RNC to use to mock them will be hanging around.
Horse Mouth O’Rourke Is the Worst
O'Rourke knocks Meghan McCain over gun comments: She is "almost giving" people "permission to be violent" https://t.co/NGNOzYeorl pic.twitter.com/xPCaHHajxH
— The Hill (@thehill) September 6, 2019
And He’s a Pathological Liar
There is zero evidence to suggest Abrams is the rightful winner of GA gov race. Its irresponsible to suggest otherwise. https://t.co/Bn2iOjkwR9
— Mark Hemingway (@Heminator) September 6, 2019
But He’s Headed to the Glue Factory
NEW POLL: Biden leads 2020 Democrats by 6 points in Texas https://t.co/1dYevExSRR pic.twitter.com/ecDTwXCYkS
— The Hill (@thehill) September 5, 2019
Beto’s biggest selling point is that he can put Texas in play. Goodbye, Robert.
Link time.
PJM Linktank
VodkaPundit: Andrew Yang Wants Buybacks… for Your Car?
Mattis: Obama Failed to Respond to Iran Bomb Plot on U.S. Soil Because of Nuclear Deal
From the Mothership and Beyond
Your city on Democrats: Los Angeles Homeless Dying In Droves
Customers camp out ahead of Chick-fil-A opening in Solon
Or other people in general: Mayor Bill Peduto: Go To The Mall If You Want To Avoid Panhandling
Southern California boat fire: Owner of dive boat where 34 died seeks to head off lawsuits
Trump awards Medal of Freedom to NBA great Jerry West
PAGING GREENLAND: With More Homeless Riding San Francisco Trains, Crime Is Up And Ridership Is Down
American Airlines mechanic in Miami charged with sabotaging plane. It aborted takeoff.
Phrasing: California’s Kamala Harris tells #ClimateTownHall that ‘no community should be dumped on’
Harris Fibs: I Sued ExxonMobil Over Climate Change, You Know
Legal Woes For The Obamas’ As “Deplorable Behavior” Is Cited
Desert life isn’t as dull as you think: Military plane accidentally launches rocket near Tucson
Cops identify man who allegedly sold illegal gun to Texas shooter Seth Ator
Bee Me
Planned Parenthood Asks Bernie Sanders To Stop Reminding People About Connection Between Abortion And Population Controlhttps://t.co/2qEvOKCm4p
— The Babylon Bee (@TheBabylonBee) September 5, 2019
The Kruiser Kabana
Man on 80mph rollercoaster catches phone dropped by another guest mid-ride https://t.co/LvBMtlVpyY pic.twitter.com/6sL4fQjxs6
— Meredith Frost (@MeredithFrost) September 5, 2019
This may not be keto-friendly but there are cheat days and I’m of Polish descent and OMG IT’S A PICKLE PIZZA:
This #PicklePizza at @langelspizza is kind of a big dill. If you're a #pickle lover, you're going to relish a chance to get your tastebuds on it! #localish #highland #indiana pic.twitter.com/V6eSn5xzD5
— Localish (@localish) September 3, 2019
A little classic Charlie Daniels is always good weekend music.
TGIF. Add an extra dash of mirth to everything you do this weekend. Or vodka. Mirthka.
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PJ Media Associate Editor Stephen Kruiser is the author of “Don’t Let the Hippies Shower” and “Straight Outta Feelings: Political Zen in the Age of Outrage,” both of which address serious subjects in a humorous way. Monday through Friday he edits PJ Media’s “Morning Briefing.”
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