I know its got to be a bit frustrating & annoying to pull for an individual whom has demonstrated so many objectionable character flaws & actions in the public eye. Personally, after seeing these things day after day for the past 3 years, I'd simply quit making excuses for him or coming to his defense. And, I certainly wouldn't vote for the person. Yet these Trump followers just keep following him, ignoring his daily embarrassments to the highest and most important job in the WORLD. Still, as much as I dislike despise Trump, I don't despise his followers, I simply want to understand their reasoning(s) for their indications that they plan to stick with Trump through the 2020 election. Its not like they know nothing about Trump. He's a straight forward, holds nothing back kind of guy. Whatever he's thinking, he's not the least bit reserved in saying it to everyone. Some of his sick humor, as example, he thinks everyone should smile and agree. He sees nothing that he says or does as unusual or offensive, yet, he wears his ego out on his sleeves, and can't stand anyone talking negatively about him.
I just want to understand Trump's followers. God knows we have a bunch here in NC. Resent polls indicate Trump is behind Biden, here, by just 4-5 points ... yet he and his NC assembly minions continue marching forward with their brash, obviously discriminating legislation, even as the Republican General Assembly tries to openly lessen the powers of our Democrat governor so they can accomplish more biased legislation for their constituents. The people HERE are really PISSED ... really pissed.
I just want to understand Trump's followers.
Mac, I can't speak for other Trump followers, Trumptards, or whatever else we are called. If you or any of the other Trump haters on here sat down next to me and struck up a conversation I guarantee you would walk away with a positive impression of my character and most likely would think "he's a cool dude." Overall I am a chill, easy going, witty, friendly,
very honest, admit when I am wrong and an easy person to talk to. I am very receptive to the ideas of others and as I approach 60 I still enjoy learning new things.
I am not a racist contrary to those accusers just because I will vote for Trump.
In a nutshell I have worked since I was 13. Contrary to what Ed4mwf thinks I worked my ass off to get where I am today. For some reason he equates my government paycheck similar to those who stay at home smoking crack waiting for the next check to arrive. I was responsible for thousands of people lives on a daily basis. When people asked if it was a stressful job I would say imagine clinching your fists and tense up. Do that everyday for 20 years. I was good at what I did and thrived on the stress. Let me tell you what it was like after 911 to get that phone call telling me I had to leave my family and my job. I was away from my family for a year. It sucked!
Except for Subhub's ******* (he gone) I read with an open mind the views of those who dislike or in your case despise Trump. You and others have made some good points to which I have acknowledged. An example of changing my point of view was when the statues were being torn down. Initially I was pissed that was being allowed. That's our history good or bad stop being little whiny bitches and go do something productive. Then while watching the news one day the question to the guest was why make history disappear? His response was they don't want to make history disappear rather these statutes belong in a museum and not on public property. I now couldn't agree more.
I have said as a person I think Trump is a piece of *******. I have never said he was a great businessman, I have never said he doesn't lie, I never said he didn't fuck other women, I have never said he wasn't sitting next to Bill Clinton on the ******* Express, I have never said I believe everything he says, I have said I can only stomach a couple of minutes listening to him speak (he's the first President who I feel that way). Bottom line. I don't disagree with his characterization by those on this forum.
"The people HERE are really PISSED ...
really pissed."
You summed up my feelings. I am so sick of the double standard from the media and the Democratic party. You (I do respect much of what you say) and the majority here have endless excuses why it was/is OK for liberals (I know you're an Independent) to act the way they did/do.
The promises, promises, promises, election after election after election is old and tired like Uncle Joe. The Democrats have been saying for decades the same old ******* about the economy, creating more jobs, healthcare, and education. Isn't there a possibility their ideology is flawed?
You are smart enough to know our country cannot afford free healthcare, free education (BTW I think your free education idea as opposed to Reparations is a great idea), free money (an AOC specialty), free housing, or free whatever. I have said it before... How about we raise the minimum wage to $40 and hour and everyone is happy right? Well go ask business owners or should I say those who were in business before mandatory minimum wage increases. The liberals won't tell you but somehow that wage increase isn't free like they want you to think. They pat themselves on the back as businesses raise prices or simply close down and say see we're here for you now vote for us.
I admit I don't know the intricate workings of government. There are a couple of you who I am impressed with the depth of your knowledge. I actually find it fascinating.
We agree Trump is not a politician. That is what I like and that is another reason I will vote for him. He has an 'R" next to his name because realistically he has no choice.
You posted a list of what the Democrats need to do to "fix" things yet again. Unfortunately as in my response to your ideas I sincerely believe that is a pipe dream that will never happen. If the Magic 8 Ball said it would happen I might be persuaded to change my vote.
You asked me what the puppeteers have planned for Uncle Joe. I don't have specifics. It's more of what I personally think will happen. To put it simply my gut tells me our taxes are going to go through the roof to pay for people to sit on there asses and do nothing. They will without a doubt tinker with the 2nd Amendment. The 1st Amendment has obviously already been abused by liberals. Especially Freedom of Speech and Freedom to Assemble. So one sided!
So there you have it. I am a very simple ordinary man. When I wake up in the morning I thank God I have another day. After that it's just icing on the cake. I wish no ill will against anyone.
Just because I will vote for Trump doesn't mean I like him. I like some of what he has done and/or has tried to do. But that is neither here nor there. The biggest reason is no different than why you won't vote for Trump. I
dislike despise the Democratic party of today. But because of that I am somehow a retarded racist. But hey if that makes people feel better about themselves more power to them!
- Ed- You did this more than once and are still doing this. 
