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leftstreet

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5. It's a new world. Taunting works

Reply to QueerDuck (Reply #3)

Wed Jun 10, 2026, 02:34 PM

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Whether it's smart or not, who knows.

If Trump taught us anything it's that the anti-establishment-throw-the-bastards-out position appeals to voters.

But in the case of progressives and leftists, it's wrong to assume the taunts are directed at GOPer voters.

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Graham PLATNER! [View all] orangecrush Yesterday OP

I appreciate the enthusiasm, but I worry that this kind of messaging works against us. QueerDuck Yesterday #1

Just taking a victory lap orangecrush Yesterday #2

So, my interpretation was correct. Thanks for confirming. QueerDuck Yesterday #3

Bye orangecrush Yesterday #4

It's a new world. Taunting works leftstreet Yesterday #5

You're right that "anti-establishment" energy is a powerful motivator... QueerDuck Yesterday #9

Do voters feel there's been much progress? leftstreet Yesterday #11

Here's the thing... people like to falsely blame the Democrats but this is wrong. QueerDuck Yesterday #12

MAGA tsktsk Yesterday #8

We can't risk H2O Man Yesterday #10

... orangecrush Yesterday #13

DURec leftstreet Yesterday #6

Thank you orangecrush Yesterday #7