tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post7639546944955096320..comments2024-03-28T10:08:06.291-05:00Comments on Give2Attain: Clinton Enabled Sexual Assault?Johnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14991027705809503541noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-90695214272677822412016-10-12T15:17:33.886-05:002016-10-12T15:17:33.886-05:00She's got a long record of policy advocacy and...She's got a long record of policy advocacy and nonprofit work that shows me what she would advocate for in the White House. For instance, she promotes a tax policy that would increase her own tax bill (in sharp contrast to her opponent), which leads me to believe that she advocates for policy based on what she thinks is right for the country, not her own bottom line.<br /><br />Every single "scandal" that Republicans have tried to raise against her has proven to be less than originally advertised, and in many cases just manufactured outrage.<br /><br />Seanhttp://brickcityblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-65457781547710762162016-10-12T15:06:55.962-05:002016-10-12T15:06:55.962-05:00Just curious, what has Hillary done to gain your t...Just curious, what has Hillary done to gain your trust?Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14991027705809503541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-35619801275794164392016-10-12T14:55:20.761-05:002016-10-12T14:55:20.761-05:00I think Trump will share his true thoughts verball...I think Trump will share his true thoughts verbally long before Hillary will. You may need to filter through the noise, but one has a pretty good idea.<br /><br />With Hillary, she calculates the personal advantage of every word she says and adjusts as necessary. That concerns me.<br /><br />I rate them as different but similar.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14991027705809503541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-78262114148111082952016-10-12T10:59:11.553-05:002016-10-12T10:59:11.553-05:00"Remember that one of my biggest heart burns ..."Remember that one of my biggest heart burns with Clinton's character is that she is says very different things to different people."<br /><br />And Trump doesn't? Here's one example: the Trump trip to Mexico. He played all nice with the Mexican President, then flew to Arizona and gave a firebreathing speech on immigration within the span of about three hours.<br /><br />"How do you know when a politician is lying? Their lips are moving..."<br /><br />You're asserting that Donald Trump is more honest?Seanhttp://brickcityblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-66266114682686187502016-10-12T10:05:00.213-05:002016-10-12T10:05:00.213-05:00I am not sure... Remember that I will take an obno...I am not sure... Remember that I will take an obnoxious idiot over a self serving quiet back stabber anytime.<br /><br />Remember that one of my biggest heart burns with Clinton's character is that she is says very different things to different people... (ie Bernie Voters, Wall Street Bankers, Women, Victims of Bill's assaults, etc) She is the consummate "politician", and that is not a compliment.<br /><br />Remember the old joke...<br /><br />How do you know when a politician is lying? Their lips are moving...Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14991027705809503541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-1574678263069250632016-10-12T09:30:09.486-05:002016-10-12T09:30:09.486-05:00"There are many worse people out there"
..."There are many worse people out there"<br /><br />I'm not comparing Donald Trump to the entire population, I'm comparing him to other people who have sought the Presidency because that is the appropriate cohort for comparison purposes. He's bottom of the barrel on that account.<br /><br />Seanhttp://brickcityblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-42131951423349015372016-10-12T09:04:07.549-05:002016-10-12T09:04:07.549-05:00Gentlemen,
I know you hate Trump for real and self...Gentlemen,<br />I know you hate Trump for real and self perceived reasons.<br /><br />He still gets a 4 in my book. There are many worse people out there.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14991027705809503541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-49534716497220202782016-10-12T08:47:46.813-05:002016-10-12T08:47:46.813-05:00"He has convinced 3 beautiful women to marry ..."He has convinced 3 beautiful women to marry him"<br /><br />But he cheated on #1 with #2 and he cheated on #2 with #3. How much credit does on get for character on that count?<br /><br />"He has apparently maintained and kept growing the family fortune."<br /><br />He lost a billion dollars running a casino. <br /><br />"He has people who want his name on their building."<br /><br />'Had' is probably more accurate here. Trump Hotels, per online booking sites, are seeing significant drops in business (50%+) this year. He's killing the brand.<br /><br />"He has 10's of millions of people who think he would be a great President"<br /><br />Popularity does not equal character. <br /><br />Seanhttp://brickcityblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-42948467994247138912016-10-12T08:38:32.114-05:002016-10-12T08:38:32.114-05:00Nevertheless, many of those principles mention fol...Nevertheless, many of those principles mention following through to one degree or another, something that Donald has failed at too many times to count. <br /><br />JoelAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-33445307816256942902016-10-12T08:36:50.442-05:002016-10-12T08:36:50.442-05:00"...tenacious, focused and smart enough...&qu..."...tenacious, focused and smart enough..."<br /><br />I don't see those on your list.<br /><br />JoelAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-54209580395919566472016-10-11T17:44:58.706-05:002016-10-11T17:44:58.706-05:00I think you should reconsider without the bias and...I think you should reconsider without the bias and after reading them more closely.<br /><br />No one stays in business and out of jail with a 1...<br /><br />He may be crass, obnoxious and other things, but he is tenacious, focused and smart enough to get 10's of millions of people to support him aggressively.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14991027705809503541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-16598770678782839832016-10-11T16:55:49.114-05:002016-10-11T16:55:49.114-05:00Trump scores about a 1 out of the 20 principles yo...Trump scores about a 1 out of the 20 principles you listed.<br /><br />JoelAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-87547759173410652782016-10-11T15:52:12.335-05:002016-10-11T15:52:12.335-05:00Now you may not like the 1960's "Mad Man&...Now you may not like the 1960's "Mad Man" Donald Trump, but I think there are many worse people in the USA. At least with Trump you know roughly where he is coming from whether you agree with him or not.<br /><br />The people who I score very low are stealthy manipulators and parents who have more children than they can raise responsibly.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14991027705809503541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-52474957463935616692016-10-11T15:45:58.306-05:002016-10-11T15:45:58.306-05:0010. Authenticity - You are able to be your real an...10. Authenticity - You are able to be your real and true self, without pretension, posturing, or insincerity. You are capable of showing appropriate vulnerability and self-awareness.<br /><br />11. Courageousness - In spite of fear of danger, discomfort, or pain, you have the mental fortitude to carry on with a commitment, plan, or decision, knowing it is the right or best course of action.<br /><br />12. Generosity - You are willing to offer your time, energy, efforts, emotions, words, or assets without the expectation of something in return. You offer these freely and often joyously.<br /><br />13. Perseverance - Perseverance is the steadfast persistence and determination to continue on with a course of action, belief, or purpose, even if it’s difficult or uncomfortable in order to reach a higher goal or outcome.<br /><br />14. Politeness - You are knowledgable of basic good manners, common courtesies, and etiquette, and are willing to apply those to all people you encounter. You desire to learn the skills of politeness in order to enhance your relationships and self-esteem<br /><br />15. Kindness - Kindness is an attitude of being considerate, helpful, and benevolent to others. It is motivated by a positive disposition and the desire for warm and pleasant interactions.<br /><br />16. Lovingness - The ability to be loving toward those you love means showing them through your words, actions, and expressions how deeply you care about them. It includes the willingness to be open and vulnerable.<br /><br />17. Optimism - Optimism is a sense of hopefulness and confidence about the future. It involves a positive mental attitude in which you interpret life events, people, and situations in a promising light.<br /><br />18. Reliability - You can be consistently depended upon to follow through on your commitments, actions, and decisions. You do what you say you will do.<br /><br />19. Conscientiousness - You have the desire to do things well or to the best of your ability. You are thorough, careful, efficient, organized, and vigilant in your efforts, based on your own principles or sense of what is right.<br /><br />20. Self-discipline - You are able, through good habits or willpower, to overcome your desires or feelings in order to follow the best course of action or to rise to your commitments or principles. You have a strong sense of self-control in order to reach a desired goal.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14991027705809503541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-61927963441544567222016-10-11T15:45:47.803-05:002016-10-11T15:45:47.803-05:00From Here
1. Integrity - Integrity is having stro...<a href="http://liveboldandbloom.com/10/relationships/good-character-traits" rel="nofollow">From Here</a><br /><br />1. Integrity - Integrity is having strong moral principles and core values and then conducting your life with those as your guide. When you have integrity, you main your adherence to it whether or not other people are watching.<br /><br />2. Honesty - Honesty is more than telling the truth. It’s living the truth. It is being straightforward and trustworthy in all of your interactions, relationships, and thoughts. Being honest requires self-honesty and authenticity.<br /><br />3. Loyalty - Loyalty is faithfulness and devotion to your loved ones, your friends, and anyone with whom you have a trusted relationship. Loyalty can also extend to your employer, the organizations you belong to, your community, and your country.<br /><br />4. Respectfulness - You treat yourself and others with courtesy, kindness, deference, dignity, and civility. You offer basic respect as a sign of your value for the worth of all people and your ability to accept the inherent flaws we all possess.<br /><br />5. Responsibility - You accept personal, relational, career, community, and societal obligations even when they are difficult or uncomfortable. You follow through on commitments and proactively create or accept accountability for your behavior and choices.<br /><br />6. Humility - You have a confident yet modest opinion of your own self-importance. You don’t see yourself as “too good” for other people or situations. You have a learning and growth mindset and the desire to express and experience gratitude for what you have, rather than expecting you deserve more.<br /><br />7. Compassion - You feel deep sympathy and pity for the suffering and misfortune of others, and you have a desire to do something to alleviate their suffering.<br /><br />8. Fairness - Using discernment, compassion, and integrity, you strive to make decisions and take actions based on what you consider the ultimate best course or outcome for all involved.<br /><br />9. Forgiveness - You make conscious, intentional decisions to let go of resentment and anger toward someone for an offense — whether or not forgiveness is sought by the offender. Forgiveness may or may not include pardoning, restoration, or reconciliation. It extends both to others and to one’s self.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14991027705809503541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-22539006551325731812016-10-11T15:16:34.441-05:002016-10-11T15:16:34.441-05:00So who would rate less than a 4 in your book?So who would rate less than a 4 in your book?Seanhttp://brickcityblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-85654783105686213462016-10-11T14:32:47.643-05:002016-10-11T14:32:47.643-05:00Let's see:
- He has convinced 3 beautiful wome...Let's see:<br />- He has convinced 3 beautiful women to marry him and seems to have great kids.<br />- He apparently does not smoke, drink, etc.<br />- He has apparently maintained and kept growing the family fortune.<br />- He has people who want his name on their building.<br /><br />He has 10's of millions of people who think he would be a great President<br /><br />I think that earns him at least a 4.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14991027705809503541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-13711654018730455582016-10-11T14:03:18.784-05:002016-10-11T14:03:18.784-05:00I'm cool with Hillary as a 6. Trump as a 4 is ...I'm cool with Hillary as a 6. Trump as a 4 is absurd. He's been an abject failure from a character perspective in almost every area of his life.Seanhttp://brickcityblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-45610314247173275732016-10-11T13:57:22.341-05:002016-10-11T13:57:22.341-05:00Hey, I have scored Trump a 4 in the character area...Hey, I have scored Trump a 4 in the character area...<br /><br />It is Hillary that you folks keep wanting to score higher than a 6...Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14991027705809503541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-71380431765896943232016-10-11T13:27:24.447-05:002016-10-11T13:27:24.447-05:00And, hey, Mr. Down-the-Middle, you sure haven'...And, hey, Mr. Down-the-Middle, you sure haven't talked about this:<br /><br /><a href="http://qz.com/804486/the-women-whove-accused-donald-trump-of-sexual-assault/" rel="nofollow">The Women Who Have Accused Donald Trump of Sexual Assault</a>Seanhttp://brickcityblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-40274053520291299302016-10-11T13:22:29.983-05:002016-10-11T13:22:29.983-05:00I think the allegations against Bill Clinton are p...I think the allegations against Bill Clinton are pretty damning. But he's not the candidate.Seanhttp://brickcityblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-49866585629087442502016-10-11T13:20:56.551-05:002016-10-11T13:20:56.551-05:00"Except the words directly from the victims t..."Except the words directly from the victims themselves."<br /><br />About Hillary? Perhaps you need to read the fact-check Laurie posted. Pretty thin stuff there.Seanhttp://brickcityblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-50270287708164918292016-10-11T13:20:51.560-05:002016-10-11T13:20:51.560-05:00The irony from my perspective of course is that if...The irony from my perspective of course is that if Hillary was a GOP Candidate (ie Sarah Palin) and multiple women came out with these allegations, Laurie and yourself would be the first to place her head on a pike.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14991027705809503541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-62904050602537660212016-10-11T13:18:06.166-05:002016-10-11T13:18:06.166-05:00Except the words directly from the victims themsel...Except the words directly from the victims themselves.<br /><br />But maybe the victims are lying, kind of like the women from Bill Cosby's past... :-)Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14991027705809503541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8193628934721963907.post-52163802200885028842016-10-11T13:12:32.955-05:002016-10-11T13:12:32.955-05:00"What I care about is if Hillary threatens / ..."What I care about is if Hillary threatens / blackmails people who Bill "assaulted" and/or had sex with."<br /><br />There's precious little evidence that this occurred.Seanhttp://brickcityblog.comnoreply@blogger.com