(02-20-2026 10:30 PM)Gitanole Wrote:  Importers who paid an illegal tax will sue for refunds.

JPMorgan Chase is warning that the US government could face up to $200 billion in tariff refunds after a major Supreme Court ruling struck down key emergency trade duties imposed by Donald Trump.

In a new research note, the bank said businesses may seek between $150 billion and $200 billion in repayments if lower courts rule that companies must be reimbursed for tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).
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https://www.ibtimes.com/jpmorgan-chase-s...ck-3797795

(02-22-2026 10:14 AM)bill dazzle Wrote:  

(02-21-2026 08:34 PM)TripleA Wrote:  Billy Dee, there is a long history of antagonism between Tanq and a section of this board he labels as "howler monkeys."

Translation: The people on here who dare to disagree with him, although his version is that all of them mistreated him and forced him to react in kind.

It's all our fault, and none is his.

Tanq is a leftist who is posting on a board that is overwhelming right-leaning. Many of the conservative posters might dislike Tanq (and left-leaning Tom, ballyntyne, Elvis, etc.) even if, hypothetically, he donated a kidney to save the life of one of their relatives. Some people on both the left and right hate the "enemy" and have no desire for reasonable and respectful discussion.

Reverse the situation. Hypothetically, let's say there is a board that strongly leans left and on which some of the progressive posters call the right-leaning posters "MAGA filth" and all other manner of nastiness. In this case, the conservative poster has to work extra hard to posit his position and to be heard — while also requiring a strong stomach, as he knows he is going to be slammed by many on the left.

Have Tanq, Tom and other lefties trolled and antagonized? Of course (I've done a bit of that too and wish I had not as I look back). Many conservatives on the board strongly argue Tanq and Tom are simply trolls — and unintelligent/clueless/foolish trolls at that.

But I also feel Tanq and Tom (and some of the other leftists) add to the overall discourse. Similarly, most of the conservatives on this board bring positive contributions (though there seemingly are some crusty old farts who likely lead sad lives and attempt to make themselves happy by hating on the libtards; those hard-asses basically post nothing but vile and vulgar nonsense and garbage).

Bottom line: Which would you prefer, T-A. The board as currently exists, despite its flaws? Or a board with zero left-leaning posters?

Noted,

I have them all on n ignore so they add nothing to the discussion for me.

(02-22-2026 10:14 AM)bill dazzle Wrote:  

(02-21-2026 08:34 PM)TripleA Wrote:  Billy Dee, there is a long history of antagonism between Tanq and a section of this board he labels as "howler monkeys."

Translation: The people on here who dare to disagree with him, although his version is that all of them mistreated him and forced him to react in kind.

It's all our fault, and none is his.

Tanq is a leftist who is posting on a board that is overwhelming right-leaning. Many of the conservative posters might dislike Tanq (and left-leaning Tom, ballyntyne, Elvis, etc.) even if, hypothetically, he donated a kidney to save the life of one of their relatives. Some people on both the left and right hate the "enemy" and have no desire for reasonable and respectful discussion.

Reverse the situation. Hypothetically, let's say there is a board that strongly leans left and on which some of the progressive posters call the right-leaning posters "MAGA filth" and all other manner of nastiness. In this case, the conservative poster has to work extra hard to posit his position and to be heard — while also requiring a strong stomach, as he knows he is going to be slammed by many on the left.

Have Tanq, Tom and other lefties trolled and antagonized? Of course (I've done a bit of that too and wish I had not as I look back). Many conservatives on the board strongly argue Tanq and Tom are simply trolls — and unintelligent/clueless/foolish trolls at that.

But I also feel Tanq and Tom (and some of the other leftists) add to the overall discourse. Similarly, most of the conservatives on this board bring positive contributions (though there seemingly are some crusty old farts who likely lead sad lives and attempt to make themselves happy by hating on the libtards; those hard-asses basically post nothing but vile and vulgar nonsense and garbage).

Bottom line: Which would you prefer, T-A. The board as currently exists, despite its flaws? Or a board with zero left-leaning posters?

I consider that an ill-informed question, caused by you not being here enough to know my positions on things. I'm a traditional indie, not left or right. Until 2020, I had voted for 2 Ds in my life (Carter 1 and Clinton 1, and one R (Reagan 2). All the rest, since 1968, have been third party, with maybe 2 write-ins.

Does that sound like a righty to you?

Unfortunately, I have since been temporarily forced to the right by actions starting with Obama spying on Trump's 2016 campaign, the fake Steele dossier, and Russia Russia Russia, which was totally bogus.

Then later by Biden's disaster of a presidency, fueled by his advancing dementia.

As a result, I voted third party in 2016, then Trump the next two times.

But none of that has a thing to do with my comment that you responded to. I, and many others on here, have long standing issues specifically related to Tanq, and his interactions with us.

You assume Tanq is a lefty. So do we. His comments here seem to indicate that. Yet his old friend, who was a revered poster here and passed away not long ago, said Tang was a Libertarian with conservative tendencies. Tanq refuses to indicate anything. So at the least he is an enigma.

But the real issue is his interactions with many of us. Antagonistic would be a kind description. He blames all of us, we blame him. He is an attorney, and only gets involved with threads that discuss legal issues, which is fine, but that should give him an inherent advantage. Yet, adding to the general board consternation is the fact that many of the things he proclaims to be true, turn out not to be.

All that leads me to no longer debate him about anything, although I am occasionally guilty of throwing a snide comment his way.

Just pay attention and come to your own conclusions.

(02-22-2026 10:14 AM)bill dazzle Wrote:  

(02-21-2026 08:34 PM)TripleA Wrote:  Billy Dee, there is a long history of antagonism between Tanq and a section of this board he labels as "howler monkeys."

Translation: The people on here who dare to disagree with him, although his version is that all of them mistreated him and forced him to react in kind.

It's all our fault, and none is his.

Tanq is a leftist who is posting on a board that is overwhelming right-leaning. Many of the conservative posters might dislike Tanq (and left-leaning Tom, ballyntyne, Elvis, etc.) even if, hypothetically, he donated a kidney to save the life of one of their relatives. Some people on both the left and right hate the "enemy" and have no desire for reasonable and respectful discussion.

Reverse the situation. Hypothetically, let's say there is a board that strongly leans left and on which some of the progressive posters call the right-leaning posters "MAGA filth" and all other manner of nastiness. In this case, the conservative poster has to work extra hard to posit his position and to be heard — while also requiring a strong stomach, as he knows he is going to be slammed by many on the left.

Have Tanq, Tom and other lefties trolled and antagonized? Of course (I've done a bit of that too and wish I had not as I look back). Many conservatives on the board strongly argue Tanq and Tom are simply trolls — and unintelligent/clueless/foolish trolls at that.

But I also feel Tanq and Tom (and some of the other leftists) add to the overall discourse. Similarly, most of the conservatives on this board bring positive contributions (though there seemingly are some crusty old farts who likely lead sad lives and attempt to make themselves happy by hating on the libtards; those hard-asses basically post nothing but vile and vulgar nonsense and garbage).

Bottom line: Which would you prefer, T-A. The board as currently exists, despite its flaws? Or a board with zero left-leaning posters?

(02-22-2026 10:14 AM)bill dazzle Wrote:  

(02-21-2026 08:34 PM)TripleA Wrote:  Billy Dee, there is a long history of antagonism between Tanq and a section of this board he labels as "howler monkeys."

Translation: The people on here who dare to disagree with him, although his version is that all of them mistreated him and forced him to react in kind.

It's all our fault, and none is his.

Tanq is a leftist who is posting on a board that is overwhelming right-leaning.

Tanq is actually a never Trumper. Probably a big Bush family guy.

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(02-22-2026 12:46 PM)TripleA Wrote:  

(02-22-2026 10:14 AM)bill dazzle Wrote:  

(02-21-2026 08:34 PM)TripleA Wrote:  Billy Dee, there is a long history of antagonism between Tanq and a section of this board he labels as "howler monkeys."

Translation: The people on here who dare to disagree with him, although his version is that all of them mistreated him and forced him to react in kind.

It's all our fault, and none is his.

Tanq is a leftist who is posting on a board that is overwhelming right-leaning. Many of the conservative posters might dislike Tanq (and left-leaning Tom, ballyntyne, Elvis, etc.) even if, hypothetically, he donated a kidney to save the life of one of their relatives. Some people on both the left and right hate the "enemy" and have no desire for reasonable and respectful discussion.

Reverse the situation. Hypothetically, let's say there is a board that strongly leans left and on which some of the progressive posters call the right-leaning posters "MAGA filth" and all other manner of nastiness. In this case, the conservative poster has to work extra hard to posit his position and to be heard — while also requiring a strong stomach, as he knows he is going to be slammed by many on the left.

Have Tanq, Tom and other lefties trolled and antagonized? Of course (I've done a bit of that too and wish I had not as I look back). Many conservatives on the board strongly argue Tanq and Tom are simply trolls — and unintelligent/clueless/foolish trolls at that.

But I also feel Tanq and Tom (and some of the other leftists) add to the overall discourse. Similarly, most of the conservatives on this board bring positive contributions (though there seemingly are some crusty old farts who likely lead sad lives and attempt to make themselves happy by hating on the libtards; those hard-asses basically post nothing but vile and vulgar nonsense and garbage).

Bottom line: Which would you prefer, T-A. The board as currently exists, despite its flaws? Or a board with zero left-leaning posters?

I consider that an ill-informed question, caused by you not being here enough to know my positions on things. I'm a traditional indie, not left or right. Until 2020, I had voted for 2 Ds in my life (Carter 1 and Clinton 1, and one R (Reagan 2). All the rest, since 1968, have been third party, with maybe 2 write-ins.

Does that sound like a righty to you?

Unfortunately, I have since been temporarily forced to the right by actions starting with Obama spying on Trump's 2016 campaign, the fake Steele dossier, and Russia Russia Russia, which was totally bogus.

Then later by Biden's disaster of a presidency, fueled by his advancing dementia.

As a result, I voted third party in 2016, then Trump the next two times.

But none of that has a thing to do with my comment that you responded to. I, and many others on here, have long standing issues specifically related to Tanq, and his interactions with us.

You assume Tanq is a lefty. So do we. His comments here seem to indicate that. Yet his old friend, who was a revered poster here and passed away not long ago, said Tang was a Libertarian with conservative tendencies. Tanq refuses to indicate anything. So at the least he is an enigma.

But the real issue is his interactions with many of us. Antagonistic would be a kind description. He blames all of us, we blame him. He is an attorney, and only gets involved with threads that discuss legal issues, which is fine, but that should give him an inherent advantage. Yet, adding to the general board consternation is the fact that many of the things he proclaims to be true, turn out not to be.

All that leads me to no longer debate him about anything, although I am occasionally guilty of throwing a snide comment his way.

Just pay attention and come to your own conclusions.

You had previously noted in a post your background (which I find interesting).

To be fair, T-A, I haven't read the board enough to know about the Tanq dynamic with many of you. So maybe I was just talking out of my ass in that previous post. I'll play more close attention moving forward.

(02-22-2026 02:02 PM)b2b Wrote:  

(02-22-2026 10:14 AM)bill dazzle Wrote:  

(02-21-2026 08:34 PM)TripleA Wrote:  Billy Dee, there is a long history of antagonism between Tanq and a section of this board he labels as "howler monkeys."

Translation: The people on here who dare to disagree with him, although his version is that all of them mistreated him and forced him to react in kind.

It's all our fault, and none is his.

Tanq is a leftist who is posting on a board that is overwhelming right-leaning. Many of the conservative posters might dislike Tanq (and left-leaning Tom, ballyntyne, Elvis, etc.) even if, hypothetically, he donated a kidney to save the life of one of their relatives. Some people on both the left and right hate the "enemy" and have no desire for reasonable and respectful discussion.

Reverse the situation. Hypothetically, let's say there is a board that strongly leans left and on which some of the progressive posters call the right-leaning posters "MAGA filth" and all other manner of nastiness. In this case, the conservative poster has to work extra hard to posit his position and to be heard — while also requiring a strong stomach, as he knows he is going to be slammed by many on the left.

Have Tanq, Tom and other lefties trolled and antagonized? Of course (I've done a bit of that too and wish I had not as I look back). Many conservatives on the board strongly argue Tanq and Tom are simply trolls — and unintelligent/clueless/foolish trolls at that.

But I also feel Tanq and Tom (and some of the other leftists) add to the overall discourse. Similarly, most of the conservatives on this board bring positive contributions (though there seemingly are some crusty old farts who likely lead sad lives and attempt to make themselves happy by hating on the libtards; those hard-asses basically post nothing but vile and vulgar nonsense and garbage).

Bottom line: Which would you prefer, T-A. The board as currently exists, despite its flaws? Or a board with zero left-leaning posters?

(02-22-2026 10:14 AM)bill dazzle Wrote:  

(02-21-2026 08:34 PM)TripleA Wrote:  Billy Dee, there is a long history of antagonism between Tanq and a section of this board he labels as "howler monkeys."

Translation: The people on here who dare to disagree with him, although his version is that all of them mistreated him and forced him to react in kind.

It's all our fault, and none is his.

Tanq is a leftist who is posting on a board that is overwhelming right-leaning.

Tanq is actually a never Trumper. Probably a big Bush family guy.

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If that is the case, Tanq might be more despised by some on the board than they loathe the average "libtard" poster. In short, if one is not "pro-Trump," one is a "RINO" (and may as well be a liberal).

Still, good to know.

thanks

(02-22-2026 12:03 PM)Redbanksdog Wrote:  

(02-22-2026 10:14 AM)bill dazzle Wrote:  

(02-21-2026 08:34 PM)TripleA Wrote:  Billy Dee, there is a long history of antagonism between Tanq and a section of this board he labels as "howler monkeys."

Translation: The people on here who dare to disagree with him, although his version is that all of them mistreated him and forced him to react in kind.

It's all our fault, and none is his.

Tanq is a leftist who is posting on a board that is overwhelming right-leaning. Many of the conservative posters might dislike Tanq (and left-leaning Tom, ballyntyne, Elvis, etc.) even if, hypothetically, he donated a kidney to save the life of one of their relatives. Some people on both the left and right hate the "enemy" and have no desire for reasonable and respectful discussion.

Reverse the situation. Hypothetically, let's say there is a board that strongly leans left and on which some of the progressive posters call the right-leaning posters "MAGA filth" and all other manner of nastiness. In this case, the conservative poster has to work extra hard to posit his position and to be heard — while also requiring a strong stomach, as he knows he is going to be slammed by many on the left.

Have Tanq, Tom and other lefties trolled and antagonized? Of course (I've done a bit of that too and wish I had not as I look back). Many conservatives on the board strongly argue Tanq and Tom are simply trolls — and unintelligent/clueless/foolish trolls at that.

But I also feel Tanq and Tom (and some of the other leftists) add to the overall discourse. Similarly, most of the conservatives on this board bring positive contributions (though there seemingly are some crusty old farts who likely lead sad lives and attempt to make themselves happy by hating on the libtards; those hard-asses basically post nothing but vile and vulgar nonsense and garbage).

Bottom line: Which would you prefer, T-A. The board as currently exists, despite its flaws? Or a board with zero left-leaning posters?

Noted,

We despise him because he despised us first. If it were just we're right and he's left why aren't you despised bill?

(02-20-2026 04:49 PM)Frank Grimes Wrote:  

(02-20-2026 04:32 PM)VA49er Wrote:  

(02-20-2026 03:25 PM)Redwingtom Wrote:  

(02-20-2026 03:11 PM)ballantyneapp Wrote:  

(02-20-2026 03:07 PM)VA49er Wrote:  I agree. Nearly 60% of Americans have a stake in the stock markets, so when it goes up, nearly half of Americans see a benefit. That's a good thing, imo. Those that say it's only for the rich are spouting partisan nonsense, imo.

The bottom 50% of America owns only 1% of all stocks.

The top 10% own 90% with the top 1% owning half. Most Americans are not seeing a measurable benefit from the stocks going up.

Further, I imagine the lions share of the stocks held by "Americans" is in their 401k, which they don't get until retirement.

And that matters how? I say it's a good that people that people can DCA over a long time horizon. Anyway, not sure how any of that negates the fact that so many Americans have a direct stake in the stock markets.

A direct stake? Pretty sure the vast majority of the middle class doesn’t invest in the market outside of their 401k. I’d be happy to be proven wrong, but imo, the stock market tells nothing of how the vast majority of Americans are living.

Again, great that people’s retirement portfolios are going up (as they were under Biden, and Trump in his first term, etc.), but suggesting it helps the majority of Americans here and now is parroting partisan talking points.

Not sure I agree that the vast majority of the middle class doesn't invest in the market outside of their 401k. Even if they don't, that's still a great thing, imo. Where else can one get 100% return on their investment, assuming a company offers a match up to x percentage?

(02-22-2026 07:42 PM)BartlettTigerFan Wrote:  We despise him because he despised us first. If it were just we're right and he's left why aren't you despised bill?

If Tanq started posting (years ago) and right off the bat with venom and dismissiveness toward those of you on the right ... you have every reason to not respect or admire him. I haven't been on the board for that much time and would not know. But if he took that approach at the beginning ... not good.

Your general point, BTF, is a valid one. When we show respect for people, they typically will reciprocate (even if the two parties disagree on things).

Worth noting: There are a few right-wingers on this board who I'm almost certain despise me (even though I'm pro-military, pro-police, pro low taxes, pro capitalism, etc.). But because, for examples, transgender folks don't bother me, I favor a women's right to choose up to the first trimester and I favor full U.S. support for Ukraine ... these folks consider me prog filth. And that's OK.

(02-23-2026 10:29 AM)bill dazzle Wrote:  

(02-22-2026 07:42 PM)BartlettTigerFan Wrote:  We despise him because he despised us first. If it were just we're right and he's left why aren't you despised bill?

If Tanq started posting (years ago) and right off the bat with venom and dismissiveness toward those of you on the right ... you have every reason to not respect or admire him. I haven't been on the board for that much time and would not know. But if he took that approach at the beginning ... not good.

Your general point, BTF, is a valid one. When we show respect for people, they typically will reciprocate (even if the two parties disagree on things).

Worth noting: There are a few right-wingers on this board who I'm almost certain despise me (even though I'm pro-military, pro-police, pro low taxes, pro capitalism, etc.). But because, for examples, transgender folks don't bother me, I favor a women's right to choose up to the first trimester and I favor full U.S. support for Ukraine ... these folks consider me prog filth. And that's OK.

It's not just that though, Bill. It's his tone. He always comes off as condescending even when you're arguing in good faith with him. A lot of us, including myself, used to do that, but he can't help but talk down to us even when having an honest debate. Now I'm not sure if it's just how he is IRL or if he's "putting on a character" like a lot of us do. (If the latter is the case, then good for him. lol) But that's another reason a lot of us don't like him. (It's definitely my reason, at least.)

"Worth noting: There are a few right-wingers on this board who I'm almost certain despise me (even though I'm pro-military, pro-police, pro low taxes, pro capitalism, etc.). But because, for examples, transgender folks don't bother me, I favor a women's right to choose up to the first trimester and I favor full U.S. support for Ukraine ... these folks consider me prog filth. And that's OK." Dazzlw

Heck, it seems to me you're a "Righty" and don't know it. Most Rightys also think like you. As for the Transgenders, I couldn't care less how they live but don't try to bamboozle me by telling me that if you're a man that I should call you ma'am. If they leave me alone I won't ever confront them because there's no need to but if you come at me with a chip on your shoulder I'll just ignore you and leave you talking to yourself. I don't need crap in my life, it's already hard as it is.

I don't favor abortion at any stage, to me that's murder pure and simple but person to person I probably couldn't convince someone who wants one not to, but I'll leave that to the good Lord at their demise. He's the real judge.

(02-23-2026 11:01 AM)olliebaba Wrote:  "Worth noting: There are a few right-wingers on this board who I'm almost certain despise me (even though I'm pro-military, pro-police, pro low taxes, pro capitalism, etc.). But because, for examples, transgender folks don't bother me, I favor a women's right to choose up to the first trimester and I favor full U.S. support for Ukraine ... these folks consider me prog filth. And that's OK." Dazzlw

Heck, it seems to me you're a "Righty" and don't know it. Most Rightys also think like you. As for the Transgenders, I couldn't care less how they live but don't try to bamboozle me by telling me that if you're a man that I should call you ma'am. If they leave me alone I won't ever confront them because there's no need to but if you come at me with a chip on your shoulder I'll just ignore you and leave you talking to yourself. I don't need crap in my life, it's already hard as it is.

I don't favor abortion at any stage, to me that's murder pure and simple but person to person I probably couldn't convince someone who wants one not to, but I'll leave that to the good Lord at their demise. He's the real judge.

I agree. Good post.

(02-23-2026 11:08 AM)UofMTigerTim Wrote:  

(02-23-2026 11:01 AM)olliebaba Wrote:  "Worth noting: There are a few right-wingers on this board who I'm almost certain despise me (even though I'm pro-military, pro-police, pro low taxes, pro capitalism, etc.). But because, for examples, transgender folks don't bother me, I favor a women's right to choose up to the first trimester and I favor full U.S. support for Ukraine ... these folks consider me prog filth. And that's OK." Dazzlw

Heck, it seems to me you're a "Righty" and don't know it. Most Rightys also think like you. As for the Transgenders, I couldn't care less how they live but don't try to bamboozle me by telling me that if you're a man that I should call you ma'am. If they leave me alone I won't ever confront them because there's no need to but if you come at me with a chip on your shoulder I'll just ignore you and leave you talking to yourself. I don't need crap in my life, it's already hard as it is.

I don't favor abortion at any stage, to me that's murder pure and simple but person to person I probably couldn't convince someone who wants one not to, but I'll leave that to the good Lord at their demise. He's the real judge.

I agree. Good post.

correct

we have the big tent.

they have the hive-mind cult and talking points

(02-23-2026 10:37 AM)GeminiCoog Wrote:  

(02-23-2026 10:29 AM)bill dazzle Wrote:  

(02-22-2026 07:42 PM)BartlettTigerFan Wrote:  We despise him because he despised us first. If it were just we're right and he's left why aren't you despised bill?

If Tanq started posting (years ago) and right off the bat with venom and dismissiveness toward those of you on the right ... you have every reason to not respect or admire him. I haven't been on the board for that much time and would not know. But if he took that approach at the beginning ... not good.

Your general point, BTF, is a valid one. When we show respect for people, they typically will reciprocate (even if the two parties disagree on things).

Worth noting: There are a few right-wingers on this board who I'm almost certain despise me (even though I'm pro-military, pro-police, pro low taxes, pro capitalism, etc.). But because, for examples, transgender folks don't bother me, I favor a women's right to choose up to the first trimester and I favor full U.S. support for Ukraine ... these folks consider me prog filth. And that's OK.

It's not just that though, Bill. It's his tone. He always comes off as condescending even when you're arguing in good faith with him. A lot of us, including myself, used to do that, but he can't help but talk down to us even when having an honest debate. Now I'm not sure if it's just how he is IRL or if he's "putting on a character" like a lot of us do. (If the latter is the case, then good for him. lol) But that's another reason a lot of us don't like him. (It's definitely my reason, at least.)

I'm glad you mentioned this, G-Coog. I'm simply not familiar with the past dynamic between Tanq and the righties. I'll start paying closer attention to him. As you note, some of his "schtick" might be for "dramatic effect." Tanq seems very sharp (in terms of his use of the written word).

Tanq acts like he knows everything, but without legal knowledge ourselves, it's difficult to debate the finer points of the law, up front.

So we simply wait until a case is resolved, and the majority of the time, he turns out to be wrong.

(02-23-2026 11:01 AM)olliebaba Wrote:  "Worth noting: There are a few right-wingers on this board who I'm almost certain despise me (even though I'm pro-military, pro-police, pro low taxes, pro capitalism, etc.). But because, for examples, transgender folks don't bother me, I favor a women's right to choose up to the first trimester and I favor full U.S. support for Ukraine ... these folks consider me prog filth. And that's OK." Dazzlw

Heck, it seems to me you're a "Righty" and don't know it. Most Rightys also think like you. As for the Transgenders, I couldn't care less how they live but don't try to bamboozle me by telling me that if you're a man that I should call you ma'am. If they leave me alone I won't ever confront them because there's no need to but if you come at me with a chip on your shoulder I'll just ignore you and leave you talking to yourself. I don't need crap in my life, it's already hard as it is.

I don't favor abortion at any stage, to me that's murder pure and simple but person to person I probably couldn't convince someone who wants one not to, but I'll leave that to the good Lord at their demise. He's the real judge.

I've noted in previous posts, O-Baba, that I strongly believe in climate change (and that man is partly responsible), that Donald Trump lost the 2020 election (and, similarly, that Hilary lost in 2016 despite what some libs say), that the storming of the nation's capital was an insurrection and that the separation of church and state should remain a major priority in this nation (and, relatedly, that I am concerned about Christian nationalism). Those are some of my leftists leanings.

(02-23-2026 12:57 PM)TripleA Wrote:  Tanq acts like he knows everything, but without legal knowledge ourselves, it's difficult to debate the finer points of the law, up front.

So we simply wait until a case is resolved, and the majority of the time, he turns out to be wrong.

I plan to start reading his posts more closely.

Is Tanq a "traditional Republican" (i.e., the type person the hard-core Trump supporters call RINOs)?

(02-23-2026 01:01 PM)bill dazzle Wrote:  

(02-23-2026 12:57 PM)TripleA Wrote:  Tanq acts like he knows everything, but without legal knowledge ourselves, it's difficult to debate the finer points of the law, up front.

So we simply wait until a case is resolved, and the majority of the time, he turns out to be wrong.

I plan to start reading his posts more closely.

Is Tanq a "traditional Republican" (i.e., the type person the hard-core Trump supporters call RINOs)?

He really does consider himself to be a libertarian with conservative leanings. (Or that's what he told us.) Instead, he just acts like a leftist riddled with TDS because every single position he's taken on legal matters up to this point is the opposite of Trump's. (That's my own personal observation.) If nothing else, he's just a Never Trumper.