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I suggest Kreuzberg on the 1st of May. Well, it's not what it used to be.

lol I know! They should come to Berlin or Hamburg to touch some fucking grass.

THIS. And Russia is doing this for many years already. It's all about dividing the society. I'm so grateful for the journalists that uncover this regularly. Of course, all the right wingers, the AfD and Marine Le Pen have always denied being in bed with Russia. Yeah, right. And of course did the Kremlin interfere with elections in 2016 (and most likely in 2020) in the U.S.

Thanks god you are right. My post was just a reminder that there is a divide in Europe too, cleverly exploited by Russia. Putin feeds the Nazis and there are two parties of them in the EU Parliament

The difference is that there is a more or less healthy counter movement. I agree, the Eastern European countries have their problems but even there people have had enough. I suppose the sanctions of the EU did help to some point. In Poland they kicked out the right-wing government. In Hungary the opposition is getting stronger. In former East Germany, whenever there are right-wing or even neo-nazi events, there are demonstrations from the left, incl. Antifa (I always roll my eyes when U.S. politicians use this term) that outnumber the right wingers. Recently some from guy from the AfD in a small town said something disgusting about LGBTQ+. And what happened? This town had its first Pride with people from all over Germany participating. Is there a chance the AfD might become the strongest party in some former East German state. Yes. But they will be far away from a majority and since no other party will form a coalition with them, they will not get in power to govern such state. The risks compared to the U.S, are relatively low. In addition, I am sure, some clown like Trump would never have a chance in Europe. The closest we got is Boris Johnson and Victor Orban. But they are far away from the crazy and dangerous that Trump is.

Unfortunately Europe and EU have similar to USA problems. Ex Eastern Europe and even Eastern GER is still homophobic, nationalistic and kind of racist… it’s hard to accept it but it is unfortunately true. The problem is not strictly religion, but unfortunately ignorance rules. France was almost ruled by neonazis!

Sounds like CNN under Zaslav. And no, I’m not a fan either.

German media and journalists are being weird about this. The majority of the country is pro Democrats or let’s say they’re anti Trump. The media has been critical about Bidens age or his public appearances, but now that he’s stepped down as a candidate they act more confused and riled up than Trumps HQ. Desperately looking for angles to have a critical take on Kamala. I don’t get it. They are trying so hard to be non biased, they’re almost doing too much. Let’s just say I’m not a fan of it.

I just know trump is regretting the Vance choice now that Kamala is running to be president. if he knew beforehand that Biden would drop out, he probably would've taken someone else.

Ya, but more and more 'something' truly/ORGANICALLY is happening. Dunno if it's so much specifically her (vs just the damn breaking for ANYone but Biden). lol All feels fomo buzz. Ya, she HAS dramatically improved as an orator and campaigner. In just 4 days has basically been doing (and esp. saying) what she's needed to. With careful precision, seriousness, laser focus and subtle ruthlessness towards making THE case against Trump. Every single thing Joe couldn't/wasn't able to do ALL year! lol But remember, she absolutely started off her campaign in 2019 the same way/ same energy to a tee. Then, the more she spoke etc....well, ya lol. And that was Dem primary which is always more partisan! That's kind of my personal mindset and everyone I know. I was absolutely (& still am to whatever degree) concerned about Kamala leading a ticket. Basically ALL her likely VPs I (still) think are more solid TOP of the ticket options lol. BUT there's only room her to grow & polls are showing that. All about *trends and ya vibes. Trump has a very high floor. She's the opposite. Personally, atp, all feels a bit better than pre Biden debate (coin flip) w/ her def. getting heads right now. Maybe ~55/45 Harris w/ the way things are but obv. things still verry fluid & volatile. Plus, I'm more than 50/50 Trump DUMPS Vance! Getting roasted in the press now. He's a Palin/Quayle like disaster. Actually way worse tbh. What if Haley comes in any moment!!?? Yup.

People thinking Trump would have done better for inflation are just idiots. This is not how it works.

I think Harris can give Trump a run for his money. She communicates very well and I welcome the up and coming debates. But I do think Trumps hold is to strong now for it to swing round to a democratic win

Ignorance exists on both sides.

Interestingly you always only hear people telling Democrats that. Democrats wihile adressing right-wing voters need to be lenient, need to be thoughtful, need to be respectful. How about the other side. They are the most agressive bunch of people out there. In fact they are getting even more agressive ever since that shooting at Trumps rally and Harris nomination. And let's face it, many of those people are dumb. And even worse, wilfully ignorant. Those are the people Trump meant when he once said, he loves the uneducated. They are useful idiots. To top that, many of those also seem to have a disdain for knowledge. They seem to enjoy their lack of knowledge as if knowledge or education in general is something bad and stupidity is something to be celebrated. How do you have a discussion with someone who does a) not understand or b) does not want to understand? Why waste your time? I have said it before, those right-wing voters are the ones to need to come around at some point, not the Democrats. All the Democrats need to do, is to do politics that supports the working/middle class. Something they are already doing and I can see them doing a lot more if they stay in power by passing respective laws. Contrary to Republicans who will pass laws that will hurt U.S. American people. That's all Democrats can do at this point.

Shapiro or Beshear are more likely.

Yeah I agree. The #1 issue to Americans is the economy/inflation. And I think there's a good amount of Trump voters in the States shrugging their shoulders voting for him thinking: Yeah he's an asshole but I remember being better off under him and what exactly do the Democrats have to offer? To me it's imperative Kamala articulates some of Biden's accomplishments with jobs and what she could do for working/middle class families. Without the vibe of you're too dumb to know better if you think otherwise.

So true. Not all Trump voters fit the MAGA stereotype seen on tv or social media. Many vote for economic or other reasons. There's some very interesting videos online of people with different political views from all demographics debating each other.. (check "Middle Ground" on youtube). I know this is anecdotal, so maybe a little meaningless, but I personally know of a Cuban family in the US and the mother will vote for Trump. Her son is very close to her.. and guess what? he's gay (and votes democrat). Here in Europe, a bisexual friend of mine who uses gender pronouns votes right. Another friend, a progressive POC from a Muslim background, also votes right. I think we all know people who vote right despite not fitting the typical image.

Who do you think Kamala should pick as VP? Her options are very good! Mark Kelly had no plans to become a politician before his congresswoman wife was shot. Years later his wife is still not the same, her speech and movement were heavily affected by that shot to the head. He stuck by her, and in some ways had to become her voice. We need a person who never sought it out, who isn’t like the other politicians we’re so sick of who just want the power. And I want a guy who sticks around no matter what. He’s that guy for me. Here’s a good article if you’re interested: Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly once said he never aspired to politics, but ‘I do get asked a lot’

When you have no argument...........

Interesting ones please. With some crunch, some fruit and plenty of olive oil

You like salads ?

And yet they can never explain what was so much better during Trumps presidency. All they come up with is nonsense. None of it is based on facts. Their wording says it all: "I believe" or "I feel". They all fall for the proganda coming from Trump and his minions incl. the media that is in bed with him, most above all those right-wing influencers in social media. Never in my life have I seen such hateful people, all of them disingenous to say the least. At this point, everyone who votes for Trump is MAGA. At this point we know what Trump and the Republican Party (by name only) stands for and what they plan. Everyone who says otherwise, is just pretending. Well, they may already look for an excuse once shit hits the fan and Project 2025 becomes a reality. It is Trumps clientele that will be hit the most. "We did not know". As someone from Germany, this has my alarm bells ringing. How many people after the WW2 made that claim? Of course, how could they know there was a concentration camp nearby. The smoke from the smoke sticks, but there was no factory. The lovely smell in the air when the wind came from a certain direction. And what about that entry in the telephone book? Sorry, "We did not know" or "I did not know" will not fly with me. If you don't know, educate yourself! But here comes the next problem: education in the U.S. is so bad overall and unsurprisingly the states that rank the worst on education (and on many other criteria) are red states. Is this a coincidence? I don't think so. I am sure politicians in those states keep their citizens intentionally dumb. I will say it as it is: Trump voters are stupid assholes. Period. Democrats should not waste their time on those voters. At this point they are a lost cause. They are like alcoholics or drug addicts. They need to realize for themselves they need to change. Strengthen your base and look after the undecided, who tend to be more liberal anyway. If Democrats wish to entertain the idea of "Unity" then unite the so called left and middle first and foremost.