OK. We've said it enough times already that we're sick of hearing ourselves. The time is well past. It;s time for the 25th. I've written that on postcards I just dropped off to Schumer, Jeffries, and my 3 electeds. Also called my 3 electeds with same message (all Dems here in VA).
It's also time for Simon and Stuart on a Monday! YAY.
Signed up for the Rural Ground Game and Network NOVA phone bank for this Thursday, 4/ 9 with Simon giving the pep talk and for Sunday, 4/12 with Glenn K. giving the pep talk. These phonebanks are for the April 21 special election in VA. Anybody can phone bank -- you don't need to be a VA resident and you will get trained. Often, you don't even have to use your own phone, depending on the technology used!
Phonebanking is easy -- it's just that first call that is always a bit intimidating. Then you get on a roll. Most people don't answer, but when they do, you will know that you've connected with another voter who may need help or have questions about this election. This is an EASY one. You'll learn the details in less than 10 minutes. I promise! (I'm a master phonebanker, having done it for years in several states with many different groups). I always say to imagine you're having a chat in Starbucks or some coffee shop with a friend. See you all later!
Losing MTG is a sign that the chemtrails, 5G towers, and an occasional vaccination can work.
In seriousness, maybe she will pull some MAGAs away.
I think Trump was always insane. I think what has changed is just the people around him have gotten that much worse to enable it.
I am going to try to do a phone bank for VA, and I will get another assignment for postcards. I still have a stack of I think 20 with stamps on them. So I'll start that tonight later on.
I have been calling my elected representatives for weeks and saying that Trump is out of touch with reality and must be removed. I will do so again today. I'm writing postcards to NC voters today.
I will not consider MTG as having any credibility as long as she takes aim at Jews and at Israel every chance she gets. And let me clarify: Taking aim at Netanyahu is different than blaming all of Israel. She does the latter and not the former.
Marjorie Taylor Greene does have credibility in the MAGA camp, so this represents a dramatic MAGA split and a stunning weakening of Trump. This is what matters, and this is why Simon is quoting MTG’s remarkable statement.
(Unfortunately, these days MTG has a lot of company – both from the left and on the right – in her antisemitism. But that’s not relevant to the issue at hand.)
I suggest the right and the left park their prejudices. We are all under threat and the only way to get through this is by working together. No better time than the present to follow MLK’s advice to judge folks on “the content of their character.”
Please, stop sharing ANYTHING MTG says. She is the sewer scum that helped get us into this mess, took her pension and ran. I’m so sick of people using her as some voice of “reason”.
I love this platform and your work, but we don’t need to quote lunatics against other lunatics.
Jen, respectfully, this is just wrong. She is one the most prominent MAGA leaders in the country now openly calling for Trump's removal. This is politically significant. My argument is his leaving is become widely socialized now, even inside MAGA world. This is an example, and further signs of his coalition crumbling.
💯 percent Simon!!! Couldn’t agree more! Promoting MTG’ defection doesn’t suddenly mean she’ll become President or any serious long lasting political figure 😂. It’s rather a pivotal reflection of the direct hit his movement has taken like you’ve pointed out. It’s like the great Jane Fonda had said months ago…that we need to make our tent as wide as possible to effectively face what’s coming at us. Otherwise, the climb over the ‘hump of Trump’ will take even longer. We won’t ‘forget’ nor do we have to ‘forgive.’ But we must broaden the coalition as necessary, in the moment, with the sheer intention of reclaiming/retaining our democracy and for the long hall, not just beyond Trump.
I agree. Humans have many polarized internal "parts". MGT can have this one righteous one that will help us. And she has other parts we vehemently disagree with and with which we shall fight if necessary. Keep your frenemies close in and keep an eye on them; that we we know what actions are necessary.
I agree with Simon, Jen. We knew Trump was a psychopath and thus never voted for him. We have been screaming about this for a decade but our voices don't penetrate the information silos. MTG has finally understood that he is evil, and is saying it in the places our voices don't reach. Right now, that is damn important IMO.
We have been repeating "little cracks become big cracks" for over a year now. MTG's defection is a huge crack, and I think it's important to know about it. It gives me hope that others within the MAGA coalition will follow her lead. Merely reporting on what she says does not mean an endorsement of her views.
Yes,Yes,Yes the military MUST REFUSE his ORDERS. I live in WA and just called my senators, house rep and Jeffries. I told them Trump is unfit for office and must be removed. I told Jeffries to bring impeachment proceedings to the floor. It doesn't matter if it passes, but keep saying it over and over loud and clear. Keep the drum banging about impeachment. Be a thorn in the side of Republicans and let the public hear it over and over. It is time to keep pushing Republicans hard and fast! I think there would be lots of positive reaction by the public. People are tired of Felon 34 and his destruction to the US and the World. Time for him to go!
Simon notes: “The Trump regime must now attempt to negotiate a rough peace, as they appear to be doing now… [Though] there is no “win” left for him - only retreat, defeat, and admission of catastrophic, disqualifying miscalculation and failure…”
Will Trump even allow any experienced diplomats or foreign policy experts to sit on the American side of the negotiating table? I see no signs of that – quite the contrary. Trump’s pathetic attempts to bully his way to an agreement with Iran have become a national embarrassment.
With increasing alarm, I have watched Trump leave negotiations on e.g. the Russo-Ukrainian war to his son in law, Jared Kushner, and billionaire friend Steve Witkoff. Neither of whom are remotely qualified for their roles. Neither of whom hold any official position. Neither of whom have been vetted or confirmed by the Senate. But both of whom have very problematic financial ties: Kushner to the Saudis and Witkoff to the Qataris.
It seems that the only thing Kushner and Witkoff are good at is finding ways to line their own pockets and lining the pockets of Trump himself.
I think that someone else wrote Trump’s Sunday morning post. The first sentence is clear. Then there is the bombast. It is too short and does not have all the capital letters. Since when does he reference Allah?
When was Trump last seen in public? According to the Daily Beast, Trump was last seen when he gave his rambling speech on Iran. Is this true?
“Hunched Trump, 79, Seen After Aides Address Health Claims” “Trump’s last public appearance was his rambling address on his war with Iran on Wednesday.” Published Apr. 5 2026 3:42PM EDT
I would like to see a time line for everything that Trump posted or was interviewed for on Sunday, April 5th. Are there recordings for the interviews with Rachel Scott and with Axios?
In addition to questioning whether someone else wrote the Truth Social post, I am wondering whether it is possible for someone on staff to clone Trump’s voice for an interview?
Never before have I had these questions about any politician.
Even IF someone else wrote it -- it doesn't matter. It's out there now and he's done nothing to explain or defend it, except for doubling down (apparently) on some Sunday news discussions.
What matters is that we push, press, call, cajole, do whatever to get our voices heard that he is UNFIT and must GO.
Thank you, Simon, for the concise statement of fact, "...electing him was a world-altering mistake." Appreciate the charts on the cost of the war, inflation and of course the poll results. As problematic as she is, I hope MTG's post helps loosen Trump's grip on many MSGAs.
Just now called Senators Ossoff and Warnock of GA regarding T's post yesterday-- I spoke with a staffer for Ossoff, while I could only leave a message for Warnock. I said that as a retired LCSW who believes that Trump has an Antisocial Personality Disorder, I think now is the time for the government to start the process for invoking the 25th Amendment, as his behavior has gotten very unstable and he is extremely dangerous right now. I noted that Congress, if it is still out, needs to reconvene asap and DEM Congressionals need to immediately start working with their REP counterparts to discuss with the Cabinet and the Vice President the process for invoking the 25th to remove T from office.
Hell, even per Newsweek, it's time: From HCR--"Hollie Silverman of Newsweek reported that on the prediction market platform Kalshi, which allows traders to buy “yes” or “no” shares on the question “Will the 25th Amendment be used during Trump’s presidency?” “yes” has moved in recent days from 28.6% to 35.1%."
Yesterday, Simon had an excellent review with extensive quotes from an important essay by Timothy Snyder, which I highlighted in a comment the previous day.
Interestingly, while Hungary prepares for elections, strongman Viktor Orbán is preparing a *false flag operation*. Which, given how Trump has defunded the police (anti-terrorism, cyber defense, anti-fraud, anti-corruption, anti-pollution, antitrust enforcement, etc etc etc) might well serve as a blueprint here in the USA.
As to a blueprint for our November elections, Joyce Vance hosted an excellent interview today with Hungary expert, Professor Kim Scheppele. The Professor went into great detail on the relationship between Orban and the anti-democracy forces here in the USA. Sobering and enlightening.
He must be removed now. The military must refuse his orders
"Has gone insane"? Methinks he IS insane.
Link for Wed Hopium ZOOM not working.
Maybe it's been fixed, bc the link worked for me.
Would you please explain what the process is for bringing and prosecuting war crimes? And what are the penalties? Thank you.
The U.S. War Crimes Act is explained here. https://www.congress.gov/crs-product/LSB11091
Other responsibilities fall to ICE https://www.ice.gov/hsi/centers-labs/hrvwcc and enforcement of the Military Code of Conduct, ultimately by the Commander in Chief. https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?path=%2Fprelim%40title10%2FsubtitleA%2Fpart2%2Fchapter47&edition=prelim
The International Criminal Court in The Hague prosecutes war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. The U.S. is not a member, meaning it does not agree to comply. https://www.government.nl/topics/international-peace-and-security/international-legal-order/the-international-criminal-court-icc
OK. We've said it enough times already that we're sick of hearing ourselves. The time is well past. It;s time for the 25th. I've written that on postcards I just dropped off to Schumer, Jeffries, and my 3 electeds. Also called my 3 electeds with same message (all Dems here in VA).
It's also time for Simon and Stuart on a Monday! YAY.
Signed up for the Rural Ground Game and Network NOVA phone bank for this Thursday, 4/ 9 with Simon giving the pep talk and for Sunday, 4/12 with Glenn K. giving the pep talk. These phonebanks are for the April 21 special election in VA. Anybody can phone bank -- you don't need to be a VA resident and you will get trained. Often, you don't even have to use your own phone, depending on the technology used!
Phonebanking is easy -- it's just that first call that is always a bit intimidating. Then you get on a roll. Most people don't answer, but when they do, you will know that you've connected with another voter who may need help or have questions about this election. This is an EASY one. You'll learn the details in less than 10 minutes. I promise! (I'm a master phonebanker, having done it for years in several states with many different groups). I always say to imagine you're having a chat in Starbucks or some coffee shop with a friend. See you all later!
Thank you Claire!
Hi Simon,
In my daily comments to my Senators today, I kept 4 comments focused on the war only. (Usually I present 8 comments on multiple subjects).
1. You need to act immediately to end this failed war. Not tomorrow, not next week. Today.
2. No more funding of this war or any war. Not a penny.
3. No more funding to Israel. The Israeli people are not your constituents. I am. I say no more.
3. If this war escalates to a nuclear bomb being deployed in Iran, I will hold you fully responsible for allowing this to happen.
Are you on at 12:00 or 1:00 w/Stuart today?
Thanks Claire.
Any time, JEN
Losing MTG is a sign that the chemtrails, 5G towers, and an occasional vaccination can work.
In seriousness, maybe she will pull some MAGAs away.
I think Trump was always insane. I think what has changed is just the people around him have gotten that much worse to enable it.
I am going to try to do a phone bank for VA, and I will get another assignment for postcards. I still have a stack of I think 20 with stamps on them. So I'll start that tonight later on.
100% agree Patrick: he’s always been insane. The GOP enabled him (and still do).
Simon, thank you, as always, for the news.
I have been calling my elected representatives for weeks and saying that Trump is out of touch with reality and must be removed. I will do so again today. I'm writing postcards to NC voters today.
I will not consider MTG as having any credibility as long as she takes aim at Jews and at Israel every chance she gets. And let me clarify: Taking aim at Netanyahu is different than blaming all of Israel. She does the latter and not the former.
Marjorie Taylor Greene does have credibility in the MAGA camp, so this represents a dramatic MAGA split and a stunning weakening of Trump. This is what matters, and this is why Simon is quoting MTG’s remarkable statement.
(Unfortunately, these days MTG has a lot of company – both from the left and on the right – in her antisemitism. But that’s not relevant to the issue at hand.)
I suggest the right and the left park their prejudices. We are all under threat and the only way to get through this is by working together. No better time than the present to follow MLK’s advice to judge folks on “the content of their character.”
Yes! Simon underscores this repeatedly – and it is hugely important.
I don't believe the majority of citizens in any country want to be involved in a war. Especially when the leaders who start them are psychopaths.
Unfortunately, a country is defined by what its leaders do.
My preference would be to have the leaders who disagree and want to have a war get together, have a duel and leave the rest of us out of it.
Please, stop sharing ANYTHING MTG says. She is the sewer scum that helped get us into this mess, took her pension and ran. I’m so sick of people using her as some voice of “reason”.
I love this platform and your work, but we don’t need to quote lunatics against other lunatics.
Jen, respectfully, this is just wrong. She is one the most prominent MAGA leaders in the country now openly calling for Trump's removal. This is politically significant. My argument is his leaving is become widely socialized now, even inside MAGA world. This is an example, and further signs of his coalition crumbling.
💯 percent Simon!!! Couldn’t agree more! Promoting MTG’ defection doesn’t suddenly mean she’ll become President or any serious long lasting political figure 😂. It’s rather a pivotal reflection of the direct hit his movement has taken like you’ve pointed out. It’s like the great Jane Fonda had said months ago…that we need to make our tent as wide as possible to effectively face what’s coming at us. Otherwise, the climb over the ‘hump of Trump’ will take even longer. We won’t ‘forget’ nor do we have to ‘forgive.’ But we must broaden the coalition as necessary, in the moment, with the sheer intention of reclaiming/retaining our democracy and for the long hall, not just beyond Trump.
I agree. Humans have many polarized internal "parts". MGT can have this one righteous one that will help us. And she has other parts we vehemently disagree with and with which we shall fight if necessary. Keep your frenemies close in and keep an eye on them; that we we know what actions are necessary.
I agree with Simon, Jen. We knew Trump was a psychopath and thus never voted for him. We have been screaming about this for a decade but our voices don't penetrate the information silos. MTG has finally understood that he is evil, and is saying it in the places our voices don't reach. Right now, that is damn important IMO.
I certainly hope so. I don’t take much comfort from right-wing fanatics and religious zealots.
We have been repeating "little cracks become big cracks" for over a year now. MTG's defection is a huge crack, and I think it's important to know about it. It gives me hope that others within the MAGA coalition will follow her lead. Merely reporting on what she says does not mean an endorsement of her views.
The enemy of my enemy is my friend.
Anything to weaken Trump.
I’m hard-pressed to call MTG a friend, but YES to your second point!
Frenemie? Maybe not even.....
Yes,Yes,Yes the military MUST REFUSE his ORDERS. I live in WA and just called my senators, house rep and Jeffries. I told them Trump is unfit for office and must be removed. I told Jeffries to bring impeachment proceedings to the floor. It doesn't matter if it passes, but keep saying it over and over loud and clear. Keep the drum banging about impeachment. Be a thorn in the side of Republicans and let the public hear it over and over. It is time to keep pushing Republicans hard and fast! I think there would be lots of positive reaction by the public. People are tired of Felon 34 and his destruction to the US and the World. Time for him to go!
Well said. I am doing the same!
25th amendment time for sure!!
Simon notes: “The Trump regime must now attempt to negotiate a rough peace, as they appear to be doing now… [Though] there is no “win” left for him - only retreat, defeat, and admission of catastrophic, disqualifying miscalculation and failure…”
Will Trump even allow any experienced diplomats or foreign policy experts to sit on the American side of the negotiating table? I see no signs of that – quite the contrary. Trump’s pathetic attempts to bully his way to an agreement with Iran have become a national embarrassment.
With increasing alarm, I have watched Trump leave negotiations on e.g. the Russo-Ukrainian war to his son in law, Jared Kushner, and billionaire friend Steve Witkoff. Neither of whom are remotely qualified for their roles. Neither of whom hold any official position. Neither of whom have been vetted or confirmed by the Senate. But both of whom have very problematic financial ties: Kushner to the Saudis and Witkoff to the Qataris.
It seems that the only thing Kushner and Witkoff are good at is finding ways to line their own pockets and lining the pockets of Trump himself.
I think that someone else wrote Trump’s Sunday morning post. The first sentence is clear. Then there is the bombast. It is too short and does not have all the capital letters. Since when does he reference Allah?
When was Trump last seen in public? According to the Daily Beast, Trump was last seen when he gave his rambling speech on Iran. Is this true?
“Hunched Trump, 79, Seen After Aides Address Health Claims” “Trump’s last public appearance was his rambling address on his war with Iran on Wednesday.” Published Apr. 5 2026 3:42PM EDT
https://www.thedailybeast.com/hunched-trump-79-seen-after-aides-address-health-claims/
I would like to see a time line for everything that Trump posted or was interviewed for on Sunday, April 5th. Are there recordings for the interviews with Rachel Scott and with Axios?
In addition to questioning whether someone else wrote the Truth Social post, I am wondering whether it is possible for someone on staff to clone Trump’s voice for an interview?
Never before have I had these questions about any politician.
Even IF someone else wrote it -- it doesn't matter. It's out there now and he's done nothing to explain or defend it, except for doubling down (apparently) on some Sunday news discussions.
What matters is that we push, press, call, cajole, do whatever to get our voices heard that he is UNFIT and must GO.
Claire, I agree with you that it is out there and that the entire situation is dangerous.
Thank you, Simon, for the concise statement of fact, "...electing him was a world-altering mistake." Appreciate the charts on the cost of the war, inflation and of course the poll results. As problematic as she is, I hope MTG's post helps loosen Trump's grip on many MSGAs.
MAGAs.
Just now called Senators Ossoff and Warnock of GA regarding T's post yesterday-- I spoke with a staffer for Ossoff, while I could only leave a message for Warnock. I said that as a retired LCSW who believes that Trump has an Antisocial Personality Disorder, I think now is the time for the government to start the process for invoking the 25th Amendment, as his behavior has gotten very unstable and he is extremely dangerous right now. I noted that Congress, if it is still out, needs to reconvene asap and DEM Congressionals need to immediately start working with their REP counterparts to discuss with the Cabinet and the Vice President the process for invoking the 25th to remove T from office.
Hell, even per Newsweek, it's time: From HCR--"Hollie Silverman of Newsweek reported that on the prediction market platform Kalshi, which allows traders to buy “yes” or “no” shares on the question “Will the 25th Amendment be used during Trump’s presidency?” “yes” has moved in recent days from 28.6% to 35.1%."
Yesterday, Simon had an excellent review with extensive quotes from an important essay by Timothy Snyder, which I highlighted in a comment the previous day.
Interestingly, while Hungary prepares for elections, strongman Viktor Orbán is preparing a *false flag operation*. Which, given how Trump has defunded the police (anti-terrorism, cyber defense, anti-fraud, anti-corruption, anti-pollution, antitrust enforcement, etc etc etc) might well serve as a blueprint here in the USA.
https://bsky.app/profile/ronfilipkowski.bsky.social/post/3miqjlavo422p
Hungary’s parliamentary elections are scheduled for 12 April. There is hope voters will rise up and reject Orbán!
I liked the fact that they, rather conveniently, just happened to leave the devices lying around to be discovered, rather than actually use them.
Exactly what a real terrorist would do I imagine!!
As to a blueprint for our November elections, Joyce Vance hosted an excellent interview today with Hungary expert, Professor Kim Scheppele. The Professor went into great detail on the relationship between Orban and the anti-democracy forces here in the USA. Sobering and enlightening.
https://joycevance.substack.com/p/understanding-hungarys-upcoming-election?utm_source=podcast-email&publication_id=607357&post_id=193348175&utm_campaign=email-play-on-substack&utm_content=watch_now_button&r=30f9km&triedRedirect=true&utm_medium=email
Thank you so much for this link!