Donald Trump says tariffs will cause Americans "temporary pain," China vows retaliation alongside Mexico and Canada, and there was another minor plane crash in Chicago last night.
Exactly! They don’t know what it’s even like to scrape pennies or worry about which bill to pay. They have always been privileged. I think they should live on minimum wage for a bit and FAFO.
It’s amazing how people voted for him thinking he was going to make things better when I’m sure those of us who knew better tried to tell them and now here we are. The 4 years he was in office was riding on Obama’s 8 years of hard work so know he did nothing but destroy what had been established by those with good intentions for ALL Americans. This is just the beginning unless we stop him. 🙏🏽
Donate to your local Pantry or volunteer to man it. We spend $25 or so regularly to help support those in our community who are food insecure, some don't know where their next meal is coming from...If more of us do that we can at least help those folks locally. Just think if everyone that had the means did this we wouldn't be as vulnerable to what Trump and the Republican Party is doing.
You will survive this. This is going to hurt us more in Canada than it will the US. I'm confident Canada will get through it, but its gonna be bad for everyone. But we will get through it.
I don’t think we should hurt anyone! Our “president” is trying to take over everything. Our allies shouldn’t have to retaliate…Trump shouldn’t have started this useless trade war. I respect all of you. Please be safe and hopefully we will survive these next 4 years
I hear you. My parents depend on their ssa. My disabled brother depends on his ssi. And the level of stress I have if it gets cut or taken away is getting at me every single day. Not to mention them. I hope this dont happen because so many would be so seriously affected by this. I really hope and pray we can all survive this!
I truly empathize. My first feeling is to withdraw and shrink my voice. But we have to pound congress with emails and calls and letters every day asking them to RESIST. They speak for us. I don't know what else to do right now.
What happened in your life that left you with so little concern for others? Yes. Some of us might literally die when they eliminate social security. I know I’m in very bad trouble if I no longer have access to health care that I only have now because I am disabled. I guess I should apologize for being sick? Oops, sorry for the inconvenience of being upset about potentially having no quality of life or maybe even dying.
All because an obscenely rich, power hungry space-nazi (sorry, I have to laugh at him when I can) and a bloated cartoon of privilege and ignorance and self-obsession (and their various compatriots) can never, ever get enough.
And because they’ve convinced you to think they don’t feel completely indifferent to your very existence. Well, I suppose if they can make a few bucks off you, then maybe it’s different…
Getting real sick of some people’s bs. I hope you have the necessary epiphany you apparently need someday to become fully conscious that you are, indeed, a part of humanity. You’ll be in a bad way too, someday, if you’re not already. And we, the people who already care about each other, will try to help you.
Agreed. We depend on you, my friend. We need you to stay healthy and sane! You need to sleep and take news blackout breaks. Go lie in a dandelion patch for 20 minutes!
I'm hoping enough of Trump's advisors will tell him to stop this or we will crash the economy but the other half of me thinks that this is just what they want.
It is what they want. The people who spent years developing Project 2025 & these EOs, have publicly said they believe they have to burn it all down and start from scratch.
Honestly, let it happen. Let them destroy themselves. Let the American public see what they voted for. No sense in the dems trying to avert disaster or we will be in this dumpster fire until the end of time
I don’t know if we have that kind of time. I don’t want to scare people, these are the thoughts that run through my head. Everything the heritage foundation said they were going to do - they did. They’ve spoken out about seizing control and keeping it. They consider anyone not affluent and white subhuman. If I’m honest, I’m angry at our government for allowing this to happen.
I agree! Are there any groups forming to fight this? We can’t rely on the government anymore, we the people need to start standing our ground to protect this country!
I’m continually searching, scouring SM sites. Nothing that comes close to viable yet. There’s a discord server that’s attempting it, under Amplify’s umbrella, but so far there’s not a lot of direction. And a lot of petitions.
*clarifying - the comment about petitions was meant to be separate from the discord server. A lot of groups are trying to test the water & get an understanding of population with petitions first.
Like Jessica said in your comment it is what they want they have been saying it for a while people just didn't listen the ones I could do anything about it that is
That piece was terrifying. Every time I view another piece of information, internally I say to myself, “that’s it, there’s no lower. You know the agenda. You can’t be surprised.” But the shock never wears off. Thank you for the link.
This is frustrating. I can’t see what people are saying.I’m going to become a paid subscriber so I can navigate the thread. Which, I guess was the point 🤣
Pretty sure the advisers are now the voices in his head. He is simply projecting his personal paranoia and fear on the USA. Creating outside, the dystopia inside him. This is Nero & Lear in real time in the real world.
To Trump, short-term means he thinks Canada, Mexico and China will crumble to another one of his bullying destructive tactics. He bankrupted many businesses and cheated every contractor - we know the song and dance. Let’s go Congress do something!
Unfortunately, congresses Republican-controlled. No doubt most of them vowed an oath to Trump and not to the constitution. So don’t expect much from Congress.
They are still elected officials and if enough people bombard them with phones and letters a message can be sent that action needs to happen. Trump “may have” won but that majority was thin. We can’t be defeated that is what they want.
Why do you feel the need to be so rude? We all could use a little support and community right now, and if you have nothing nice to say, what are you even doing here? Just wasting your time and energy.
I'm on Social Security. Things were already difficult. Trump and his cronies are rich, they'll feel nothing financially. Where as, most retires, single income providers will be hurt expendencially.
I wish the people on social security who voted for Trump thought this through. Up until the weekend, they assured us the tariffs were just a threat, not reality.
Well we need to get back to basics . Grow your own food. Most of us have enough electric stuff . Furniture well we can thrift . Alcohol there are lots of other things out there will be plenty to go around .
My daughter lives Washington state lives in an apartment has grown things on her balcony and has a small grow system on her countertop. I have seen people do community gardens and rent lots . I have seen things done on 1/2 acres to an acre or less . Sometimes it’s about thinking outside the box. I save my seeds from the things I buy in the store and plant from there . Never have to buy seeds . YouTube has an amazing resource on small garden spaces .
Unfortunately not everyone has access to the land to grow their own crops. And it’s quite pricey to grow vegetables. I don’t live in an avocado climate. Tomatoes won’t be here until august. Nice idea but not very practical
My mom had an avocado tree growing inside of her house for 7 years before giving it away…in South Dakota. I’ve had friends grow tomatoes inside..in Wyoming. It is possible, it takes patience and trial and error.
Don't forget to rest, please. I can see how exhausted and drained this is making you. Rest is necessary to keep going and keep resisting. V from Under the Desk takes off on the weekends usually -- maybe you could do something similar? And thank you for the news!
Temporary pain is such a privileged thing to say. It’s obnoxious.
What pain does this cause presidents Trump and Musk??? None!! It is so easy to make that statement when he will not feel it!
Exactly! They don’t know what it’s even like to scrape pennies or worry about which bill to pay. They have always been privileged. I think they should live on minimum wage for a bit and FAFO.
Absolute truth!!!
But all the stupid magats will totally buy into it
Completely agree. Wow.
So true! Pain as in less food to feed families who are already struggling with food insecurity due to inflation, but not for Trump or the oligarchs.
It’s amazing how people voted for him thinking he was going to make things better when I’m sure those of us who knew better tried to tell them and now here we are. The 4 years he was in office was riding on Obama’s 8 years of hard work so know he did nothing but destroy what had been established by those with good intentions for ALL Americans. This is just the beginning unless we stop him. 🙏🏽
Donate to your local Pantry or volunteer to man it. We spend $25 or so regularly to help support those in our community who are food insecure, some don't know where their next meal is coming from...If more of us do that we can at least help those folks locally. Just think if everyone that had the means did this we wouldn't be as vulnerable to what Trump and the Republican Party is doing.
The musk thing is terrifying
Yes it is I am on disability and I have to have my social security to keep my home!
Me too
Short term nothing. This is going to crumble so many things. I’m not sure how so many will survive, including myself.
You will survive this. This is going to hurt us more in Canada than it will the US. I'm confident Canada will get through it, but its gonna be bad for everyone. But we will get through it.
I don’t think we should hurt anyone! Our “president” is trying to take over everything. Our allies shouldn’t have to retaliate…Trump shouldn’t have started this useless trade war. I respect all of you. Please be safe and hopefully we will survive these next 4 years
Absolutely. There is absolutely no reason for anyone to “hurt” and for people to believe in this president is ridiculous.
I’m so upset this is happening to our allies. We will get through it.
We allies in Canada will get through it with.
Yes, WE, together Canadians & Americans fighting tyranny as have before and must again.
I'm so sorry.
Me as well. I know social security cut is coming soon. That's what I live on. What am I supposed to do?
My husband and I also depend on his pension. USA will become unlivable.
I live on it, too. This is just so outrageous.
Same.
I hear you. My parents depend on their ssa. My disabled brother depends on his ssi. And the level of stress I have if it gets cut or taken away is getting at me every single day. Not to mention them. I hope this dont happen because so many would be so seriously affected by this. I really hope and pray we can all survive this!
I truly empathize. My first feeling is to withdraw and shrink my voice. But we have to pound congress with emails and calls and letters every day asking them to RESIST. They speak for us. I don't know what else to do right now.
Reach out for help if you can...we need to stick together!
you sound so kind and empathetic -- NOT - must be a maggat
I reported him, look at his profile,…. He’s not here to add to the conversation-he needs to be blocked
Same name on rednote with the same type of comment. It’s a troll.
Well then go to your favorite MAGA feeds or do you really feel adrift when you have nobody to blame except youreselves?
What happened in your life that left you with so little concern for others? Yes. Some of us might literally die when they eliminate social security. I know I’m in very bad trouble if I no longer have access to health care that I only have now because I am disabled. I guess I should apologize for being sick? Oops, sorry for the inconvenience of being upset about potentially having no quality of life or maybe even dying.
All because an obscenely rich, power hungry space-nazi (sorry, I have to laugh at him when I can) and a bloated cartoon of privilege and ignorance and self-obsession (and their various compatriots) can never, ever get enough.
And because they’ve convinced you to think they don’t feel completely indifferent to your very existence. Well, I suppose if they can make a few bucks off you, then maybe it’s different…
Getting real sick of some people’s bs. I hope you have the necessary epiphany you apparently need someday to become fully conscious that you are, indeed, a part of humanity. You’ll be in a bad way too, someday, if you’re not already. And we, the people who already care about each other, will try to help you.
I was talking about your lack of empathy. Now I'm talking about your troubles with reading comprehension. Have a good day.
WTF peter. Nice guy, NOT!
I was impressed with JT's speech today back to the US. As an American living in Canada since '09, this is not something I thought I would ever see.
i’m exhausted
Me too 🥺
… all of us! What a 24 hours.
Aaron, please get some rest.
Agreed. We depend on you, my friend. We need you to stay healthy and sane! You need to sleep and take news blackout breaks. Go lie in a dandelion patch for 20 minutes!
I'm hoping enough of Trump's advisors will tell him to stop this or we will crash the economy but the other half of me thinks that this is just what they want.
It is what they want. The people who spent years developing Project 2025 & these EOs, have publicly said they believe they have to burn it all down and start from scratch.
Honestly, let it happen. Let them destroy themselves. Let the American public see what they voted for. No sense in the dems trying to avert disaster or we will be in this dumpster fire until the end of time
When do we take it back tho? If they’re prepared for the protests and riots, what is the end goal and how do we get there?
I don’t know if we have that kind of time. I don’t want to scare people, these are the thoughts that run through my head. Everything the heritage foundation said they were going to do - they did. They’ve spoken out about seizing control and keeping it. They consider anyone not affluent and white subhuman. If I’m honest, I’m angry at our government for allowing this to happen.
I agree! Are there any groups forming to fight this? We can’t rely on the government anymore, we the people need to start standing our ground to protect this country!
I'll be there and m passing it on to all my contacts. I will join anything now that I can fit into my work week. Action means empowerment!
I’m continually searching, scouring SM sites. Nothing that comes close to viable yet. There’s a discord server that’s attempting it, under Amplify’s umbrella, but so far there’s not a lot of direction. And a lot of petitions.
I don’t know :( just praying we actually have another election in four years
When they crash the economy, how will they pay their dogs? The answer: They won't pay their dogs, and we're going to watch them turn on each other.
*clarifying - the comment about petitions was meant to be separate from the discord server. A lot of groups are trying to test the water & get an understanding of population with petitions first.
Like Jessica said in your comment it is what they want they have been saying it for a while people just didn't listen the ones I could do anything about it that is
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5RpPTRcz1no
That piece was terrifying. Every time I view another piece of information, internally I say to myself, “that’s it, there’s no lower. You know the agenda. You can’t be surprised.” But the shock never wears off. Thank you for the link.
Wow. Everyone needs to listen to this
I’m not even sure how to process this information. It feels hopeless.
If I could define a jump scare, it would be this. Crazy how real time we've gotten.
This is frustrating. I can’t see what people are saying.I’m going to become a paid subscriber so I can navigate the thread. Which, I guess was the point 🤣
Pretty sure the advisers are now the voices in his head. He is simply projecting his personal paranoia and fear on the USA. Creating outside, the dystopia inside him. This is Nero & Lear in real time in the real world.
Yes, then he can reverse it and say he saved the economy. 😡
I would love to know in Trump terms what he means short-lived. He’s such a jerk.
To Trump, short-term means he thinks Canada, Mexico and China will crumble to another one of his bullying destructive tactics. He bankrupted many businesses and cheated every contractor - we know the song and dance. Let’s go Congress do something!
Unfortunately, congresses Republican-controlled. No doubt most of them vowed an oath to Trump and not to the constitution. So don’t expect much from Congress.
They are still elected officials and if enough people bombard them with phones and letters a message can be sent that action needs to happen. Trump “may have” won but that majority was thin. We can’t be defeated that is what they want.
Thank you Aaron. Please please take care of yourself ❤️
All of your support is what keeps me motivated and going :)
Please take a day to rest
I hope you got some much needed rest and and feeling better than you were. Thank you so much for all that you’re doing. It’s so appreciated!
We are cooked
Canada produces a lot of medications we import to the US.
I rely on medication from Canada.
I’m so exhausted trying to figure out how to stay afloat. Or alive at this point.
Why do you feel the need to be so rude? We all could use a little support and community right now, and if you have nothing nice to say, what are you even doing here? Just wasting your time and energy.
I'm on Social Security. Things were already difficult. Trump and his cronies are rich, they'll feel nothing financially. Where as, most retires, single income providers will be hurt expendencially.
I wish the people on social security who voted for Trump thought this through. Up until the weekend, they assured us the tariffs were just a threat, not reality.
Yep. The ones who voted for this that I know, made fun of those of us trying to explain what was going to happen if he was elected.
Well we need to get back to basics . Grow your own food. Most of us have enough electric stuff . Furniture well we can thrift . Alcohol there are lots of other things out there will be plenty to go around .
We need to bombard our Legislators across every state to begin proceeding to have him removed.
My daughter lives Washington state lives in an apartment has grown things on her balcony and has a small grow system on her countertop. I have seen people do community gardens and rent lots . I have seen things done on 1/2 acres to an acre or less . Sometimes it’s about thinking outside the box. I save my seeds from the things I buy in the store and plant from there . Never have to buy seeds . YouTube has an amazing resource on small garden spaces .
You don’t need land to grow things . You can grow things in your apartment
I’m going to start!
Unfortunately not everyone has access to the land to grow their own crops. And it’s quite pricey to grow vegetables. I don’t live in an avocado climate. Tomatoes won’t be here until august. Nice idea but not very practical
Start growing indoors, that’s what I’m doing. I can’t tell you if it’s going to be successful but I know in the past I’ve had herbs thriving indoors.
Herbs yes, avocados, tomatoes, lettuce, onions, potatoes, carrots, celery, etc not so much! But good luck!
My mom had an avocado tree growing inside of her house for 7 years before giving it away…in South Dakota. I’ve had friends grow tomatoes inside..in Wyoming. It is possible, it takes patience and trial and error.
Don't forget to rest, please. I can see how exhausted and drained this is making you. Rest is necessary to keep going and keep resisting. V from Under the Desk takes off on the weekends usually -- maybe you could do something similar? And thank you for the news!