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dontmeantobepoliticalbut · 11 months

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I think we knew that a federal indictment of former president Donald Trump would elicit a collective primal scream from the right-wing fever swamp — and they have not disappointed.

In true Trump-era fashion, the response from most elected Republicans has been a collective whine about "unfairness" and the "weaponization" of the "deep state." Some have even gone so far as to at least hint around that it's a nice little country we have here, be a shame if anything happened to it. I would expect nothing less. This is how they roll.

There are, notably, a few dissenters from that party line.

Utah Sen. Mitt Romney put out a statement saying that Trump "brought this on himself" and it's "consistent with his other actions offensive to the national interest," which is true. Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, a 2024 GOP hopeful, said "these facts are devastating," which is also true. But they, and a handful of others, are outliers among GOP elected officials.

One very significant former GOP official has come out swinging, however:

There are a number of Trump defenses out there. But the main talking point, which we can assume was coordinated, is that this is a political prosecution engineered by President Biden to take out his most threatening political rival. And their main proof of this is that the Department of Justice (DOJ) declined to prosecute Hillary Clinton. Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina probably articulated this the best, including the deployment of some very emotional righteous indignation:

He's not saying it's ok, he's just saying that Hillary Clinton got off so that cancels out Trump's crimes. Or something.

Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wi. says that Trump refused to prosecute Clinton but Joe Biden sent in a SWAT Team to torment Trump:

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis sounded the same theme:

“Is there a different standard for a Democrat secretary of state versus a former Republican president? I think there needs to be one standard of justice in this country. Let's enforce it on everybody and make sure we all know the rules.”

It wasn't a perfect defense of Trump but as long as he makes sure to condemn Hillary Clinton is probably good enough for the moment.

As much as I loathe the idea of re-litigating "but her emails," I'm sorry to say that it's necessary. There was almost no pushback to this talking point from the media, probably because they didn't get the Clinton story right in the first place. A few have since stepped up to point out that Clinton didn't refuse to cooperate with the government, as Trump did, although Trump and his accomplices will no doubt cry inanely about her "bleaching the emails" and "smashing the phones" and that will be enough to sustain the argument. Trump may even say "Russia, if you're listening" again. But those allegations are just plain silly and always have been. And the fact that she didn't obstruct the investigation is only part of the story.

As it happened, Clinton copied all work emails to the State Department system so they had them. The Justice Department inspector general issued a report in 2018 about the FBI Investigation and determined that the people tasked with marking documents as classified had not done so clearly. Moreover, only three email chains "contained any classification markings of any kind," and they were low-priority "call sheets" marked with the lowest priority of classification, which had info and details for Clinton to refer to when talking to a foreign leader. There were no nuclear secrets or war plans among them, needless to say.

The State Department under Rex Tillerson and Mike Pompeo did two separate investigations and found in 2019 that there was "there was no persuasive evidence of systemic, deliberate mishandling of classified information" and that Clinton bore no "individual culpability."

And let's dispense with the "magnanimous" Trump defense. Trump tried desperately to get the DOJ to investigate Clinton (and many others he considered his political enemies.) His White House counsel told him that the DOJ operated independently and if he ordered it there would be tremendous unrest from career officials and massive political blowback. That didn't stop him. He conspired with Matthew Whittaker, then an assistant to then-Attorney General Jeff Sessions to get Sessions to assign a Special Counsel to investigate Clinton. In the end, they succeeded in getting Sessions to assign John Huber, a US Attorney in Utah to look into all the allegations against Clinton, including the bogus "Uranium One" scandal which had also already been dismissed. That investigation didn't turn up anything either.

Notably, when Bill Barr became Attorney General he looked into all of it and also came up with nothing. If anyone thinks that Barr wouldn't have prosecuted Clinton if he could have doesn't recall just how much he hates her guts. The evidence just wasn't there. So, the FBI, the DOJ Inspector General, two State Department probes, a Clinton-hating attorney general and a U.S. Attorney assigned to review all the evidence found that Clinton committed no crimes. (I'm not even counting the 10 Benghazi investigations which were the genesis of the email scandal —- and also came up empty.)

I know your eyes have glazed over by this point and you wonder why in the world anyone should care about this. And frankly, we shouldn't have to. It's long settled ancient history. But the right's "whatboutism" and the media's continued unwillingness to acknowledge that, once the FBI determined there was no crime, there was no crime, I fear that a lot of people who aren't already down the right wing rabbit hole will be persuaded that this is a partisan prosecution simply because of the words "classified documents."

When former FBI Director James Comey held that first notorious press conference in the summer of 2016, in which he larded with inappropriate personal judgments about Clinton, he laid out the criteria the Justice Department uses when it decides whether to prosecute classified documents cases. He said:

“In looking back at our investigations into mishandling or removal of classified information, we cannot find a case that would support bringing criminal charges on these facts. All the cases prosecuted involved some combination of: clearly intentional and willful mishandling of classified information; or vast quantities of materials exposed in such a way as to support an inference of intentional misconduct; or indications of disloyalty to the United States; or efforts to obstruct justice. We do not see those things here.”

Assuming they have proof of the charges in the Trump indictment, there can be little doubt that they met three of those four criteria, (the fourth being disloyalty to the United States which I believe to be true as well.) So when you see these Republicans emitting their epic whines about how unfair all this is because Hillary didn't get indicted, keep in mind that it wasn't for lack of Trump trying to get it done. It was because, unlike him, she didn't break the law. And even Jeff Sessions, Rex Tillerson, Mike Pompeo and Bill Barr couldn't find a way to make it so.

In case you were wondering, yes the House Republicans are considering a new investigation into —- you guessed it —- her emails. Because of course they are.

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silvr-skreen · 3 months

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Me seeing mentions of blot and Bucky and I think. I should actually write that. Because I do have AU thoughts about their dynamic. Guy and his “uncle” both of whom have some slight annoyance with one another but are United in hatred towards mark and broadside.

Once again they’re all throwing rocks at him. The only human in a world with company mandated fursonas /hj

#shipwrecked 64 #though I assume harry would be human despite all signs pointing to him being JD #mostly bc I legit forgot he existed until last week and by then I kept seeing mark as JD #lol….#blot is a scoundrel and a scamp and Bucky is so tired #olive handing Johnson a big rock “ok Johnson hit him again.”#<- bonding with your handlers by throwing rocks at your boss #Hillary was invited but she was meeting family. she humbly requested rock throwing pics

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blairsanne · 2 years

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DFP Actors August: Rachel Nash

NZ actors tend to end up in a lot of the same shows over the years it seems. I have a lot of fun spotting familiar faces, so I thought this would be a fun and silly little project, seeing which actors have repeatedly been in things that Deano was also in (not necessarily alongside). Just a bit of trivia. Enjoy!

Shortland Street (1996/2007-2019)

Dean played Nurse Harry Martin in 1996. Rachel played Pamela Ashton in 1 episode in 2007, and Lynley Donalds in 2 episodes in 2019.

The Legend of the Seeker (2009/2008)

Dean plays Carver Dunn in S1E17 “Deception”. Rachel plays Brigid in S1E4 “Brennidon”.

The Cult (2009)

Dean plays Liam in S1E10 “The Other Woman”. Rachel plays Frances Seger in all 13 episodes.

The Almighty Johnsons (2011-2013)

Dean plays Anders Johnson, one of the titular Johnsons, the god Bragi. (36/36 episodes) Rachel plays Ingrid, the goddess Snotra. (32/36 episodes)

I love Ingrid! I wish I was friends with her irl, she's so fun and kind. And you should know how I feel about Anders by now. ♥😈♥

Auckward Love (2015/2017)

Dean plays Dan very briefly in S1E1 "So, This Is Us" and S1E5 "Hunger Games". Rachel plays Marnie in 3 episodes, S3E3-S3E5.

Hillary (2016)

Dean plays George Lowe (in all 6 episodes). Rachel plays “Teacher” (lol) in one scene in episode 5.

The Brokenwood Mysteries (2018/2018)

Dean plays Barnaby Buchanan in S5E4 “The Dark Angel”. Rachel plays Sandra in S5E1 “Scared to Death”.

One Lane Bridge (2020)

Dean plays Andrew "Grub" Ryder, and is credited for the first 6 episodes, S1E1-S1E6. Rachel plays “Minister” in S1E3 “Escape”.

That's what I've got for these two - did I miss anything?

#deano filmography project #the almighty johnsons #almighty johnsons #brokenwood mysteries #the brokenwood mysteries #one lane bridge #auckward love #hillary (2016)#shortland street #rachel nash #dean o’gorman #dean o'gorman #actors august #dfp familiar faces

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cameracourt · 5 months

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Top Ten Tuesday: 10 Eat This, Read That Books & the Foods to Enjoy While Reading Them

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#Bethany Turner #Book #book list #books #Carla Laureano #Eat This #food and books #Hillary Manton Lodge #Laura Frantz #Liz Johnson #Meme #Nichole Van #Pepper Basham #Rachel McMillan #read #Reading #Sarah Adams #Top Ten Tuesday

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eurekadiario · 7 months

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Una recopilación de figuras políticas destacadas (incluidos Tony Blair, Hillary Clinton, Bill Clinton, Justin Trudeau, Boris Johnson, Barack Obama, Joe Biden y otros) que utilizan el lema "Reconstruir mejor" del Foro Económico Mundial, en referencia al "Gran Reiniciar" la agenda.

#Tony Blair #Hillary Clinton #Bill Clinton #Justin Trudeau #Boris Johnson #Barack Obama #Joe Bide #Foro Económico Mundial #Gran Reiniciar #agenda.

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notesfromachair · 2 years

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F THE COURT

Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas and the four other Supreme Court judges who voted to take away a woman’s right to choose on Friday can go f-ck themselves. And kiss my gay ass. So can anyone who wouldn’t vote for Hillary in 2016 because she wasn’t progressive enough or who just didn’t like or trust her. As for those who cast their vote for Trump, I hope hell does exist so you can spend…

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thejawdroppers · 6 months

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🔍 Jaw Droppers Model Finder (E-K)

Models A-D | Models L-Q | Models R-Z

E Ekaterina Enokaeva Ekaterina Zlobina Elif Musa Elinda San Eliza Rose Watson Elizabeth Jade Elizabeth Oceans Ella Bella Elle Johnson Ellen Munday Ellie Lou ❤️ Elly Clutch 💙 Emily Elizabeth Emily Sears Emma Kotos 💙 Emmi V. Ennid Wong Erikah Marie Erzabel Estephania Ha Eva Padlock Eve J Marie Everly Lanes

F Filippa Fransson Francielli Fontana

G Genesis Lopez Georgina Gentle Gia Macool Grace Boor Gwen Singer

H Hailey Grice Hana Bunny Hannah Grape Hannah Palmer ❤️ Heather Faber Heloise Huthart Hilde Osland ❤️💙 Hillary Fisher Holly Peers Holly Sonders

I India Reynolds Ivana Knoll

J Jenna Berman Jenny Poussin Jessica Bartlett 💙 Jessica Edstrom Jessica Sunok Jessica Weaver Jessy Marquesa Jia Lissa Jilissa Zoltko Jojo Babie Joselyn Vallejo Juanita Belle ❤️ Julia Corbridge Julia Rose Julia Yaroshenko Julianne Kissinger Julieta Rodriguez ❤️

K Kaelee Rene Karina Garcia Karla Denize Katarzyna Bucko Kate Sharp Kathryn Celestre Katie Bell Katie Valentine Katy Jo Raelyn Katya Kotaro Katya Sambuca Keilah Kang Kelsie Jean Smeby Kiki Passo Killer Katrin 💙 Kindly Myers ❤️ Krissy Taylor KT Lordahl

❤️ = Won vote in 2023 for Jaw Dropper of the Week 💙 = Won vote in 2024 for Jaw Dropper of the Week

Models A-D | Models L-Q | Models R-Z

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operafantomet · 6 months

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One of my favourite photo genre from POTO: Meg and Christine in Hannibal. I'm so happy every time a new one emerges! Here's some favourites.

Janet Devenish and Sarah Brightman, original West End

Elisa Heinsohn and Sarah Brightman, original Broadway

Natasha Knight and Joke de Kruijf, Scheveningen

Heather McFadden and Jennifer Hope Wills, Broadway

Sharon Millerchip and Marina Prior, Melbourne

Christina Tan and Maree Johnson, Sydney

Sabrina Harper and Colby Thomas, Hamburg

Alexandra Smith and Luzia Nistler, Vienna

Theano Makariou and Lauri Brons, Hamburg revival

Martina Langas and Elisabeth Berg, Stockholm

Emilie Kouatchou and Sara Esty, Broadway

Fernanda Munis and Lina Mendes, Sao Paulo

Kara Klein and Mary Michael Patterson, Broadway

Hillary Reiter and Caitlin Finnie, World Tour revival

Unidentified and Colby Thomas, Hamburg

Lindsay Wise and Leila Benn Harris, West End

Ellie Young and Lucy St Louis, West End revival

Annabel Knight and Anne Görner, Essen

Maiya Hikasa and Lily Kerhoas, West End revival

Fan Suyi and Lin Shao, Shanghai

(original design by Maria Bjørnson)

#phantom of the opera #meg giry #christine daae #not tagging them all #maria bjørnson

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soberscientistlife · 5 months

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The body language is interesting. Rosalynn Carter & Betty Ford are engaging with Barbara Bush. Hillary Clinton is engaging with Lady Bird Johnson. And Nancy Reagan doesn't give a shit about anyone, which was, basically, her husband's domestic policy.

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blairsanne · 2 years

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DFP Actors August: Alison Bruce

Hercules: The Legendary Journeys (1995-1998/1995)

On Hercules Dean played a few different characters: Iloran - S1E12 "The Gauntlet" Young Iolaus - S4E3 "Regrets... I've Had a Few", S4E11 "Medea Culpa" and S4E20 "Twilight". Ruun - S4E7 "Prodigal Sister"

On Hercules, Alison played Postera in S1E10 "Gladiator".

Xena: Warrior Princess (1996-2000/1995-2000)

On Xena, Dean played two roles: Homer/Orion - S1E13 "Athens City Academy of the Performing Bards" Wiglaf - S6E9 "Return of the Valkyrie"

On Xena, Alison played three roles: Queen Melosa - S1E10 "Hooves and Harlots" Talia - S5E4 "Animal Attraction" Kahina - S6E5 "Legacy"

These shows reused actors so much! I am sure even casual watchers noticed.

Shortland Street (1996/1998)

Dean played Nurse Harry Martin in 1996. Alison played Danni Brown / Nurse Lindsay Maguire. Sorry, it's very hard to find old Shortland Street clips and I have no idea which episodes she's even in, so no stills of Alison sadly.

The Chosen (1998)

A TV movie/miniseries I can't find at all, just this trailer. Dean played Andrew Scott. Alison played Denise.

Young Hercules (1998-1999/1998-1999)

Dean played Iolaus in 46 (of 50) episodes. Alison played Simula in 6 episodes.

Legend of the Seeker (2009/2010)

Dean played Carver Dunn in S1E17 “Deception”. Alison played Sister Verna in 4 episodes, between S2E8-S2E22.

The Almighty Johnsons (2011-2013/2011-2012)

Dean played Anders Johnson throughout the series (seasons 1-3). Alison played Agnetha in seasons 1 & 2.

Hillary (2016/2016)

Dean played George Lowe (in all 6 episodes). Alison played Phyllis Rose (in 5 episodes).

George is Ed Hillary's friend, and Phyllis is Ed's mother-in-law.

I just can't seem to get over the Rose family being totally cool with the age difference between Ed and their daughter... But at least she was a supportive mother? I guess? And I liked that they at least acknowledged that it was kinda weird.

The Brokenwood Mysteries (2018/2018)

They actually appeared in the same episode! In Season 5 Episode 4 "The Dark Angel", Dean played Barnaby Buchanan, a patient at the Deschler clinic. Alison played Fiona Deschler, who worked at the clinic and was married to Jakob Deschler (the murder victim).

Unfortunately this means that Alison's character was involved in Dean's character's torture. :(

Golden Boy (2019-2020/2019-2020)

Dean played Aussie Dave. Alison played Carol / Susan. (I haven't watched it yet, she's credited for both names on IMDB - Can anyone explain to me?)

One Lane Bridge (2020/2020-2021)

Dean played Andrew "Grub" Ryder for the first 6 episodes, S1E1-S1E6. Alison played Lois Tremaine in 11 episodes between S1E1-S2E5.

And that's all I have on these two. Did I miss anything?

#deano filmography project #dean o'gorman #dean o’gorman #the almighty johnsons #almighty johnsons #the brokenwood mysteries #brokenwood mysteries #hillary (2016)#one lane bridge (2020)#golden boy (2019)#shortland street #legend of the seeker #hercules the legendary journeys #xena warrior princess #young hercules #alison bruce #dfp familiar faces

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