At a town hall in Iowa, Senator Joni Ernst delivered a comment that instantly ricocheted across social media and news outlets for its cold, almost nihilistic bluntness.
Was it in a Freudian slip, or was she caught so off guard that true colors were shining through. Or, is that who they are behind closed doors, when they so consistently vote against the people they represent
This is true His nephew, Fred,Jr, put it in an article. Fred has a 23 year old son who is severely disabled. He went to the White House with a group to talk about care for disabled. When it was over, Uncle Don asked Fred to stay behind just to say hello - he said this to Fred - even though he knew about Fred's son.
& what value would those be, pray tell? because I've seen nothing in this country's history where such lofty, laudable values have been evident & certainly not equitably as the promise states
We have made things better in the last 250 years. This is the only time in my nearly 70 years of living that I've seen this country going 70 years backwards.
They are all cult members- like all the cults we have seen throughout history- they drank the kool aid knowing the will die for a lie the cult leader feed them- this new administration is no different 😡🤬🥵
No offense to witches, who are historically misunderstood. That Stephen King quote has mileage: “this is more evil than any fictional evil character [he] has ever written”. Also that Shelonia Musky quote: “empathy is weakness”. No kidding. Noam Chomsky, in reflection of Nazi history, also said something like he hasn’t quite found a word to describe this…”evil” doesn’t quite capture this combination of apathy, greed, and profiteering off the backs of the common citizen in the most financially/economically/medically devastating way possible.
What a shame because University of Iowa is home to great STEM, etc, and the state and people feeds the nation.
This is not left vs right. It’s top vs the rest of us.
This is evil vs. humanity. They don’t care about anyone not even their own family members that will effected by these things they are doing. Heartless, racist, corrupt, greedy, lack empathy and sympathy- these are who those people voted in the office and I am sick of hearing them say they make a mistake because the felon told them exactly what was going to do
pro birth & pro life are not one & the same & I'm curious to know just what it is exactly that they plan to do with all the unwanted babies besides use them for cannon fodder when they grow up & are able to fight in wars for corporate profit
Every single "pro-life" representative, Senator, judge, evangelical pastor and congregate, along with every millionaire and billionaire should be required to:
1.Register to adopt newborns.
2. Register to foster children who've been removed from their family crisis and given to the state.
3. Sponsor parents who want to adopt but can't afford the fees.
4. Compensate the birthmothers for their time, sacrifice, and the follow up counseling they'll need for giving up a full term baby they've labored at least 8hrs (and often more) to bring into the world.
They should 100% put money into a system they so vehemently support.
Sometimes I think people don’t realize that we’re talking about blood pressure medication, diabetes medication, thyroid medication asthma medication medication for emphysema and COPD. People are going to die if they don’t have access to these medications. It doesn’t have to be fancy, you know, it’s not so much that people won’t get their colonoscopy or their MRI—although that’s important too—but just routine primary care for conditions that are manageable. If people don’t have access to medical care they can’t manage manageable conditions. That’s what’s so disgusting and terrifying about all of this.
Haha yes I hear you! But I was referring to some commentators here on Substack or on YouTube who are on “our side” but who don’t always seem to be aware of what it means and they’ll sort of say that you know it’s going to be denial of of SNAP benefits, or problems with finding daycare—all of these legitimate problems, but I don’t think a lot of healthy middle-aged people— including commentators on Substack and YouTube—realize how many people in this country will die just from losing access to common prescription drugs. And while I’m at it, I can also add that Black Americans and other people of color are more affected by these conditions than white people, and there’s also of course a socioeconomic dimension to this.
It doesn't even need to be something chronic. It could be like a UTI. without Medicaid people might not be able to afford the antibiotics to treat a UTI. Actress Tanya Roberts died from a UTI.
These aren't problems they share with the vast majority of plebes. Such legislators are acting like those they've maligned, accusing THEM of being "entitled".
Someone like her is wealthy and sees the rest of us as the poors- worthless to them as we can’t give money to them. Plus, she has amazing health care benefits because of her job. It’s beyond deplorable! 😡
Well 50% of it has that is for sure... give it some time (tho that seems like a lame response I know)...but I do believe that there will be a real awaking about how terrible they are and lots will turn their back on them ...just hope it won't be to late for the country.
That is exactly what I was thinking while listening to Aaron present this. I think those republicans should all have their health benefits removed once they leave office. They get it free! And it continues on after they no longer are in Congress. It is a lifetime benefit that they have not earned IMO.
She gets excellent healthcare. In fact I’ve called senators and reps many times. They should only get healthcare that is at the level of the least covered person in the US. So shouldn’t get it until everyone is covered
This is why the lack of national healthcare is a SHAM!! They don't have a thing to worry about, now and as they age. But everyone else is left on their own! It truly is shameful!
Everyone who has employer sponsored health care in the U.S. pays a portion of the premiums. I'd like to know how much the premiums are for these Congresspeople. I bet its not as much as what their average constituent pays.
Did all Republican candidates and elected officials just take a sharp left turn off the cliff since this Administration came into power? Would any of them in office last year say anything like what we've been hearing in these town halls? Or are they so emboldened right now or so desperate to seem like they agree or just not used to the pressure on the public descent that they're experiencing with the current regime that they are saying these reprehensible things out loud?
This is a person, a military background, who originally down voted Pete Hegseth for Secy Defense. She then sold out true military persons by selling out and changing her vote due to fear of reprisal. Therefore, does this surprise you, Aaron. She is a piece of trash. You vote for her again, Iowans, you are simply stupid with this latest comment
I’m sorry but… this has very clearly been their stance from the beginning of this fascist takeover. Dems keep leading with “people are going to die” and that positioning was never going to be effective because… that’s EXACTLY what the GOP is hoping for. Their current plan is to force death on everyone who is “undesirable” in their eyes, then repopulate the US with white Christian nationalists.
If Iowa is anything like Indiana, it’s gerrymandered beyond recognition. As blue dots in Indiana, it’s so demoralizing- we’re gerrymandered to H. It’s pathetic. 😞
I live in Iowa and believe me, it is red. However, there has been a recent movement, and we have some strong Democrats running for Senate and Governor. So we are going to get it to change!
💯 And I wonder how many of the constituents that are now in fear of dying cast a red vote in November? This is awful, but also not surprising that Iowans are being hung out to dry. Will people HAVE to die for some of these voters to come around? 😞
She doesn't need to listen to her constituents. There will be either: no future elections held; or sham, rigged elections. This is why they are voting against America's best interest. They will be there until they die of old age and natural causes (covered by their fabulous free health insurance). This whole regime is a version of the Hunger Games.
I imagine you are right. If Iowa is anything like Indiana, it’s gerrymandered beyond recognition. As blue dots in Indiana, it’s so demoralizing- we’re gerrymandered to H. We’re trapped with these horrible politicians who don’t care about anything but money. It’s despicable. 😞
The party of pro life 🤬🤬🤬🤬
Was it in a Freudian slip, or was she caught so off guard that true colors were shining through. Or, is that who they are behind closed doors, when they so consistently vote against the people they represent
Trump had a similar response to his nephew's son. Said something like, wouldn't it be easier if he just died. Cold and heartless!
yep I remember, There all just broken people
It'd be easier if Drumpf kicked the bucket. Seems the devil doesn't even want him.
We need a hero to do that!!
This is true His nephew, Fred,Jr, put it in an article. Fred has a 23 year old son who is severely disabled. He went to the White House with a group to talk about care for disabled. When it was over, Uncle Don asked Fred to stay behind just to say hello - he said this to Fred - even though he knew about Fred's son.
That monster has no heart and no soul!
It is who they are now, sad to me but more importantly dangerous to our country and our values. Suggestion, March on June 14TH.
& what value would those be, pray tell? because I've seen nothing in this country's history where such lofty, laudable values have been evident & certainly not equitably as the promise states
We have made things better in the last 250 years. This is the only time in my nearly 70 years of living that I've seen this country going 70 years backwards.
they vote for what their donors tell them to vote for
They are all cult members- like all the cults we have seen throughout history- they drank the kool aid knowing the will die for a lie the cult leader feed them- this new administration is no different 😡🤬🥵
No offense to witches, who are historically misunderstood. That Stephen King quote has mileage: “this is more evil than any fictional evil character [he] has ever written”. Also that Shelonia Musky quote: “empathy is weakness”. No kidding. Noam Chomsky, in reflection of Nazi history, also said something like he hasn’t quite found a word to describe this…”evil” doesn’t quite capture this combination of apathy, greed, and profiteering off the backs of the common citizen in the most financially/economically/medically devastating way possible.
What a shame because University of Iowa is home to great STEM, etc, and the state and people feeds the nation.
This is not left vs right. It’s top vs the rest of us.
This is evil vs. humanity. They don’t care about anyone not even their own family members that will effected by these things they are doing. Heartless, racist, corrupt, greedy, lack empathy and sympathy- these are who those people voted in the office and I am sick of hearing them say they make a mistake because the felon told them exactly what was going to do
pro birth & pro life are not one & the same & I'm curious to know just what it is exactly that they plan to do with all the unwanted babies besides use them for cannon fodder when they grow up & are able to fight in wars for corporate profit
Private adoption is a big money business sadly
I think my godsister said it was like $40k to adopt a baby or something. This was awhile ago. And the cost depends on the race.
Every single "pro-life" representative, Senator, judge, evangelical pastor and congregate, along with every millionaire and billionaire should be required to:
1.Register to adopt newborns.
2. Register to foster children who've been removed from their family crisis and given to the state.
3. Sponsor parents who want to adopt but can't afford the fees.
4. Compensate the birthmothers for their time, sacrifice, and the follow up counseling they'll need for giving up a full term baby they've labored at least 8hrs (and often more) to bring into the world.
They should 100% put money into a system they so vehemently support.
Pro life is pro lie. Nothing but lies supporting their movement.
more like pro birth… once the baby is born, they wont help u take care of it, even though they force you to have it!
Yup.... in all their glory...
Reggie Ramos that’s the party of forced birth!!🤬🤬🤬
Naa that’s the party of
Yes, if they're white, male, Christian, wealthy, and the right sect. They're very pro life. Everyone else can piss up a rope and die.
Sometimes I think people don’t realize that we’re talking about blood pressure medication, diabetes medication, thyroid medication asthma medication medication for emphysema and COPD. People are going to die if they don’t have access to these medications. It doesn’t have to be fancy, you know, it’s not so much that people won’t get their colonoscopy or their MRI—although that’s important too—but just routine primary care for conditions that are manageable. If people don’t have access to medical care they can’t manage manageable conditions. That’s what’s so disgusting and terrifying about all of this.
Oh they realize it!
Haha yes I hear you! But I was referring to some commentators here on Substack or on YouTube who are on “our side” but who don’t always seem to be aware of what it means and they’ll sort of say that you know it’s going to be denial of of SNAP benefits, or problems with finding daycare—all of these legitimate problems, but I don’t think a lot of healthy middle-aged people— including commentators on Substack and YouTube—realize how many people in this country will die just from losing access to common prescription drugs. And while I’m at it, I can also add that Black Americans and other people of color are more affected by these conditions than white people, and there’s also of course a socioeconomic dimension to this.
It doesn't even need to be something chronic. It could be like a UTI. without Medicaid people might not be able to afford the antibiotics to treat a UTI. Actress Tanya Roberts died from a UTI.
they want everybody to die who is not healthy and useful to them. just saying some random shit is them putting it into nice words.
Exactly 🎯
These aren't problems they share with the vast majority of plebes. Such legislators are acting like those they've maligned, accusing THEM of being "entitled".
What the hell??? How could someone say such a thing? 😭😭
Someone like her is wealthy and sees the rest of us as the poors- worthless to them as we can’t give money to them. Plus, she has amazing health care benefits because of her job. It’s beyond deplorable! 😡
We the People pay for her nice, Cadilllac health care insurance. Never forget and remember in November 2026!
So True
Consider the source! Giant orange POS 🍊 repuglican
This country has lost the plot
Well 50% of it has that is for sure... give it some time (tho that seems like a lame response I know)...but I do believe that there will be a real awaking about how terrible they are and lots will turn their back on them ...just hope it won't be to late for the country.
...doesn't she get FREE Healthcare as a representative?
That is exactly what I was thinking while listening to Aaron present this. I think those republicans should all have their health benefits removed once they leave office. They get it free! And it continues on after they no longer are in Congress. It is a lifetime benefit that they have not earned IMO.
She gets excellent healthcare. In fact I’ve called senators and reps many times. They should only get healthcare that is at the level of the least covered person in the US. So shouldn’t get it until everyone is covered
Yes she does. For LIFE!
This is why the lack of national healthcare is a SHAM!! They don't have a thing to worry about, now and as they age. But everyone else is left on their own! It truly is shameful!
Exactly!
Everyone who has employer sponsored health care in the U.S. pays a portion of the premiums. I'd like to know how much the premiums are for these Congresspeople. I bet its not as much as what their average constituent pays.
Yes Yes Yes and it has far better coverage than almost all Americans have🤬
Yes
What a C__T
Can't Understand Normal Thinking
I'm stealing that!
OK, that too could work.
Sickening
Did all Republican candidates and elected officials just take a sharp left turn off the cliff since this Administration came into power? Would any of them in office last year say anything like what we've been hearing in these town halls? Or are they so emboldened right now or so desperate to seem like they agree or just not used to the pressure on the public descent that they're experiencing with the current regime that they are saying these reprehensible things out loud?
tRump has emboldened them. Scum rises to the top!
YUP! But they took a far far far Right turn and continue to do so
This is a person, a military background, who originally down voted Pete Hegseth for Secy Defense. She then sold out true military persons by selling out and changing her vote due to fear of reprisal. Therefore, does this surprise you, Aaron. She is a piece of trash. You vote for her again, Iowans, you are simply stupid with this latest comment
WTF? how can you be so self centered and not have any empathy for others is beyond me! What a piece of ….
Shit! I believe the word you're looking for is shit!
Dying of old age is one thing. Dying from starvation or lack of medical care is torture...especially in f-ing AMERICA!! 🤬
I’m sorry but… this has very clearly been their stance from the beginning of this fascist takeover. Dems keep leading with “people are going to die” and that positioning was never going to be effective because… that’s EXACTLY what the GOP is hoping for. Their current plan is to force death on everyone who is “undesirable” in their eyes, then repopulate the US with white Christian nationalists.
Eugenics.
Exactly
You meant to say Christofacists
This! I've had to explain to my mom what eugenics is and how this is the modern day version of it happening in front of our eyes.
Or at the very least Neutralize Them! This is True Fascism just like Mussolini and Victor Obran
She needs to be voted out!
Her career as senator should die as well!
Senators comment is shocking enough for her constituents to not reelected her!
If Iowa is anything like Indiana, it’s gerrymandered beyond recognition. As blue dots in Indiana, it’s so demoralizing- we’re gerrymandered to H. It’s pathetic. 😞
Her State is as Red as it gets.
I live in Iowa and believe me, it is red. However, there has been a recent movement, and we have some strong Democrats running for Senate and Governor. So we are going to get it to change!
That’s hopeful we need to get as many red hats out and replace them with blue before all of us have nothing left💯
💯 And I wonder how many of the constituents that are now in fear of dying cast a red vote in November? This is awful, but also not surprising that Iowans are being hung out to dry. Will people HAVE to die for some of these voters to come around? 😞
Wow she isn’t listening to her constituents to even say that !!!
She doesn't need to listen to her constituents. There will be either: no future elections held; or sham, rigged elections. This is why they are voting against America's best interest. They will be there until they die of old age and natural causes (covered by their fabulous free health insurance). This whole regime is a version of the Hunger Games.
there are other methods than elections. They might want to remember the French Revolution.
"We're all going to die" translates beautifully to "I don't care if you die".
Exactly 😡
She’s up for re-election in 2026…Iowa you know what you have to do to this fucking POS.
She will win re-election in a landslide!
I imagine you are right. If Iowa is anything like Indiana, it’s gerrymandered beyond recognition. As blue dots in Indiana, it’s so demoralizing- we’re gerrymandered to H. We’re trapped with these horrible politicians who don’t care about anything but money. It’s despicable. 😞