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An Mcgreevy's avatar

More of this, short and to the point. People are on overload remember

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Claudia Allred's avatar

Yes Lord! Thank you Mr. Beschloss for in exactly 2 minutes putting the task before us. JDVance is a menace. Just for a moment, picture AlGore acting like vance.

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Patricia Gilman's avatar

Short and sweet - love it - easy to listen to and of course always makes sense - thanks Steven

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Cicada's avatar

Thank you, Steven. I’m an ardent follower of yours(not fanatic! Or, cultist) for your Truth and eloquence in voicing it, in ANY format, makes sense to me. I understand what you say. It’s that simple. I will continue to Hope you’ll help lead this respectful, mindful, discussion in all matters that ails those of us who seek civility in these troubling times.

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Steven Beschloss's avatar

That's very kind. Thanks. Will do my best.

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Peggy Carter's avatar

Very well done, Steven! The format is superb. And the length is just right. I usually don't watch podcasts since they take so much time. I regret not being able to accommodate them, but it's not possible. A couple of minutes suits me! Keep 'em coming! And thank you.

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Steven Beschloss's avatar

Good to hear, Peggy. Thanks.

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Peggy Carter's avatar

You're welcome! I always make it a point to read what you have to say.

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Florence Calvert's avatar

This is incredible! Love your writings (and watching your podcasts) of any length but this is really powerful ...easy to share with folks and very meaty! Thank you for your wisdom and guidance.

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Steven Beschloss's avatar

Thanks very much, Florence.

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rachel rosin's avatar

Yup….to borrow a quote from Paddy Chayefsky’s Network,” I’m as mad as hell and I’m not going to take it anymore” ….

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Adele Gunnarson's avatar

This is helpful. I would like to share an excerpt written by Jess Craven on 9.11. ". . .it is our approach that will work. Hate burns brightly and creates a large flame, but it uses fuel rapidly and eventually destroys that which it needs to survive. It’s unsustainable over the long term. It cannot, and never does, build anything of worth.

Hope, on the other hand, can. It burns more quietly, but it gathers as it goes. It increases upon itself. It can sustain itself indefinitely. Hope is an action taken resolutely, sometimes in the stark face of despair, and repeated even when evidence suggests it’s useless."

They are throwing everything at the wall to see what sticks and projecting out their own hatred. Being aware of what they are doing is important but we must not get distracted by their rhetoric. I am tired of feeling outrage and I choose hope.

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Bill Corbett's avatar

Optimism is contagious and there is no vaccine to stop it.😊

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Al Bellenchia's avatar

To be considered compassionate, empathetic and generous in spirit is a badge I’ll gladly wear. 🖖

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Adrienne Kaga's avatar

On Constitution Day, no less!

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Al Draycott's avatar

Thanks Steven ; short and straight to the point. Hitlers 1923 Bear Hall putsch. Jan 6, 2021 Trumps putsch. It took Hitler 18 months for complete control, Its only been 9 months and Trump is sailing along. He has got to be slowed down to a stop. The protests must proceed with vengeance. The folks are getting overwhelmed with all the diversions. Stay focused on democracy and freedom and forget all the other crap they are spreading. Its all too much for one but thousands can get it done. Get your rest and stay in the fray. Cut the head off the snake and the tail will fade away. the democrats had better stop thinking they are dealing with friendly colleagues across the aisle and just know they are dealing with one man. The air waves are flooded with Trump but I see no democrats flooding the market. Mr. Schumer should pick it up a notch.

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mary M keymer's avatar

Thank You Steven...You have put a good idea in place. Since Kirk was shot I have been afraid

that Trump was going to use his murder to do more then stir up his base. I said on one post I am afraid he is going to make Kent State look like a tea party. Your words.. talking about our collective power and that there is more of us then them helps a lot. Soemtimes I forget that .We need to protest and do what we can to make sure the 2026 election will be free and happen.

lost in america

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Susan Linehan's avatar

How soon before they start calling Charlie "Horst?"

I have to say that despite Miller's bluster, the "resources" he has available to carry out his pogrom are pretty thin on the ground. I doubt these Extremes will find that hate speech is crime. Rule that it is, and "the ages" will catch way more of their buddies no matter how many websites DOJ takes down.

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lss's avatar

2-3 minutes is great, I look forward to hearing your views

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Homi Hormasji's avatar

Bravo!

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Karen Horwitz's avatar

How wonderful that we have Substack where reporters can say the truth—Reichstag reminder.

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