Ten years ago the word ‘gaslight’ was an old expression, based on the film “Gaslight” (of course). 80 years ago; my husband’s mother used the term when he was a kid (the 1950s-60s) ‘I feel like Gaslight’. I learned what that phrase meant. Never imagined that the term would become more ingrained into our society than when it was introduced.
From Wikipedia:
Gaslight is a 1944 American psychological thriller film directed by George Cukor, and starring Charles Boyer, Ingrid Bergman, Joseph Cotten and Angela Lansbury in her film debut. Adapted by John Van Druten, Walter Reisch, and John L. Balderston from Patrick Hamilton's play Gas Light (1938), it follows a young woman whose husband slowly manipulates her into believing that she is descending into insanity.
I have a question: it’s more than obvious that we have a clear and present danger in America. Somehow, authorities aren’t taking serious steps to stop it. Trump and Vance together are doing more than enough to be taken in and subject to thorough scrutiny. It’s a blanket damnation that so many people are involved playing this game and are still free.
The good thing is, the whole enterprise looks to be blown to bits starting in November. I hope we can make it self destruct.
Even before I read what I’m sure will be a brilliant article, since all of your writing is stellar, I want to comment on the fact that this puppy is about the most beautiful and adorable loving creature that I’ve seen in a long time. Thank you for the canine charmers and for your brilliant Narratives
Charlie, just a question? Where are the Christians? I mean the Baptists, the Methodist, the Episcopalians, the Presbyterians, The Congregationalists, the Catholics, etc. Why don’t they speak out? Trump (if he is a Christian I am the Virgin Mary) and his MAGA White Christian Nationalists are the antithesis of the Jesus of the Christian Bible. Trump is an insult to the teachings of Jesus. Isn’t Trump’s use of their god blasphemy? He can believe what he wants protected by first amendment, but why not speak out and challenge their image of Christianity?
Trump is well-known as a malignant narcissist. Gaslighting is what these horrible people do. It is intended to confuse and break the spirit of the narcissist’s victim. The only way to rid yourself of a narcissist who has latched on to you is to completely separate from them. And that’s what we have to do—vote him out by a margin sufficient to dampen any plans he has to contest the election. And then, hopefully, he will be spending some time behind bars with the other criminals.
I am curious. There were shots fired at Trump’s golf course. We know that these shot’s weren’t fired by Routh. Were these warning shots by secret service? Where did they go? And if the agent fired live ammo at Routh, why did he miss and why would he fire not knowing if others might be in the line of fire if he missed his target?
I was informed by “online experts” that local cops could not fire warning shots during the first incident, but that the cops could only run back to their squad cars to radio in about the shooter in Pennsylvania. I also question why the cop who tried to climb to the roof dropped to ground when seen. Why wasn’t he prepared to take a shot when he could see on the roof? Why didn’t he try to draw a shot? That would have alerted the Secret Service, no?
I don’t believe in conspiracy theories, but a lot of questions remain unanswered and answers we have gotten don’t make much sense.
This is what happens when you radicalize supporters, they believe anything put in front of them because their "Gods" are the only truth tellers. The right seems to have a whole lot more of them, but the left doesn't do too bad either in this regard. It's just the ones on the left seem more mellow. 😉🤣
But your tale reminded me of the old joke about the kid that kills his parents and then throws themselves on the mercy of the Court because they are an orphan.
Ten years ago the word ‘gaslight’ was an old expression, based on the film “Gaslight” (of course). 80 years ago; my husband’s mother used the term when he was a kid (the 1950s-60s) ‘I feel like Gaslight’. I learned what that phrase meant. Never imagined that the term would become more ingrained into our society than when it was introduced.
From Wikipedia:
Gaslight is a 1944 American psychological thriller film directed by George Cukor, and starring Charles Boyer, Ingrid Bergman, Joseph Cotten and Angela Lansbury in her film debut. Adapted by John Van Druten, Walter Reisch, and John L. Balderston from Patrick Hamilton's play Gas Light (1938), it follows a young woman whose husband slowly manipulates her into believing that she is descending into insanity.
I have a question: it’s more than obvious that we have a clear and present danger in America. Somehow, authorities aren’t taking serious steps to stop it. Trump and Vance together are doing more than enough to be taken in and subject to thorough scrutiny. It’s a blanket damnation that so many people are involved playing this game and are still free.
The good thing is, the whole enterprise looks to be blown to bits starting in November. I hope we can make it self destruct.
8 week old Eli… just look at those PAWS! Foretold of the future giant bundle of furry love!
Even before I read what I’m sure will be a brilliant article, since all of your writing is stellar, I want to comment on the fact that this puppy is about the most beautiful and adorable loving creature that I’ve seen in a long time. Thank you for the canine charmers and for your brilliant Narratives
Can we rename it? The Dunning-Kruger-Trump Effect. #DKTEffect
Well I'm sure as hell not going o take that from jd and trump. They're just weird. Aaand dangerous.
Charlie, just a question? Where are the Christians? I mean the Baptists, the Methodist, the Episcopalians, the Presbyterians, The Congregationalists, the Catholics, etc. Why don’t they speak out? Trump (if he is a Christian I am the Virgin Mary) and his MAGA White Christian Nationalists are the antithesis of the Jesus of the Christian Bible. Trump is an insult to the teachings of Jesus. Isn’t Trump’s use of their god blasphemy? He can believe what he wants protected by first amendment, but why not speak out and challenge their image of Christianity?
Thank you, Charlie. I’m thankful for your words because I find myself having none.
No words…..
And they are using that puppy to do it! Those monsters!
Trump is well-known as a malignant narcissist. Gaslighting is what these horrible people do. It is intended to confuse and break the spirit of the narcissist’s victim. The only way to rid yourself of a narcissist who has latched on to you is to completely separate from them. And that’s what we have to do—vote him out by a margin sufficient to dampen any plans he has to contest the election. And then, hopefully, he will be spending some time behind bars with the other criminals.
They are Putin's wingmen.
Love the new puppy. Intro him plz.
So.. Imagine who that puppy dog looks like IF he were say around 25x's larger. 🤔😉😁🐾
I am curious. There were shots fired at Trump’s golf course. We know that these shot’s weren’t fired by Routh. Were these warning shots by secret service? Where did they go? And if the agent fired live ammo at Routh, why did he miss and why would he fire not knowing if others might be in the line of fire if he missed his target?
I was informed by “online experts” that local cops could not fire warning shots during the first incident, but that the cops could only run back to their squad cars to radio in about the shooter in Pennsylvania. I also question why the cop who tried to climb to the roof dropped to ground when seen. Why wasn’t he prepared to take a shot when he could see on the roof? Why didn’t he try to draw a shot? That would have alerted the Secret Service, no?
I don’t believe in conspiracy theories, but a lot of questions remain unanswered and answers we have gotten don’t make much sense.
Your first paragraph is a masterpiece.
As usual, the dog pics are great.
This is what happens when you radicalize supporters, they believe anything put in front of them because their "Gods" are the only truth tellers. The right seems to have a whole lot more of them, but the left doesn't do too bad either in this regard. It's just the ones on the left seem more mellow. 😉🤣
But your tale reminded me of the old joke about the kid that kills his parents and then throws themselves on the mercy of the Court because they are an orphan.
Can’t wait for the Vance frat sex tape. It’s out there somewhere