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I'm not as willing to go as far as you in characterizing Trump supporters. Fanboys? Trump derangement syndrome? King Trump? Their god? I don't think so. There has never been a president who did not have his most-ardent followers who fit this description, but the number of such ardent "fanboys"...

No, Moot. Diane and I do not talk politics with our gym members or overhear such conversations. We avoid political conversations in the gym. That's because politics divides people. In the gym, we work to build a supportive community in which members encourage each other's success. When the...

One of the issues that is being cleared up in the three emoluments lawsuits is the definition or application of the word "emolument." Does it mean profit only or did the Founders intend the word to be used in a broader sense? For example, one interpretation says: "The word "emolument" has a...

There is a fourth possibility. People are against the Doral site because hosting the G-7 Summit at Doral, a resort owned by the president, presents an appearance of impropriety, a conflict of interest, a violation of law (not following the mandated bidding process), and/or a violation of the...

In the news this morning, Trump reversed himself and said Doral will not host the G-7 Summit. That removes the specific Doral question from the larger emoluments question but the emoluments question remains. As I said above, that question will likely be decided by the Supreme Court as the three...

You raise a valid point. I believe it is also a valid point that this and other Trump transactions are unconstitutional; specifically, they violate the emoluments clause. As I mentioned above, there are three legal and one political arena where this question is being debated. We'll have our...

Thank you, Turtle. I will read it. On another item, why do you refer to the paper as the "Failing New York Times?" I know Trump has been saying this for years but the paper remains in business. When you look at its number of subscribers, stock price and profits, it does not seem to be failing at...

Not at all, at least not in this regard. I asked Turtle the score question only because he seemed to have some sort of standard in mind. That question has since been answered. You are correct in what you say above. I have indeed categorized Trump's narcissism in those ways and continue to...

Turtle's comment about Trump being a business man who gets things done prompted me to wonder about the business experience of other presidents. While it does not directly pertain to the current impeachment discussion, I found this piece about businessman presidents interesting to read. Excerpt...

Which statute? Correct Also correct. Trump's problem is not that he is not getting things done. It's that what he's getting done is going to get him impeached and convicted. True, he is a businessman but the U.S. presidency is not a business. It's government. Trump lacks the political...

Apparently, the time line is longer. Also, exactly how narcissistic am I claiming Trump to be? Are you keeping score? If so, what is the criteria?

That's kinda the question of the day, is it not? Is it legal or illegal, or is it constitutional or unconstitutional for Trump to receive money from foreign entities while he holds the office of President of the United States? I believe it is illegal and unconstitutional, but that is the belief...

Yes, Moot, speaking as a layperson and claiming no expertise on this topic, I believe Trump is more narcissistic than Hillary Clinton. Further, I'll reiterate my belief previously stated that Trump's narcissism will be his undoing. I base my belief on what certain experts say on the topic...

All true, but you're here today and you care today, do you not?

Some people, including me, believe Trump has violated the emoluments clause of the Constitution. That question was raised some time ago and has been making its way through the courts. On Oct 15, the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against Trump and that case is proceeding to the next...

It seems the Senate Republicans believe the opposite. They expect the House to impeach the president. Whether the Senate will convict is another question. Early speculation that McConnell would refuse to take up the matter when the House delivered articles of impeachment to the Senate proved...

Some people here are defending Trump's decision to move U.S. troops out of a certain area in Syria. All U.S. House Democrats and an approximate 2 to 1 majority (129 to 60) of Republicans are openly condemning the move. WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly on...

I don't hate Trump. I feel bad for him. He's on a path to no good end and it's a sad story working itself out. What deeply troubles me is that a man who is not fit to lead occupies the most powerful seat in the world. His narcissistic impulses and self-centered actions are undermining our...

Trump's view of himself and himself as president is noteworthy. Jan 16, 2018: "I think that would qualify as not smart, but genius ... and a very stable genius at that!" Aug. 21, 2019: "I am the chosen one." Aug 23, 2019: "Our great American companies are hereby ordered to ...." and "I am...

At this point, compared to Pence. OUR SOLDIERS ARE UNDER FIRE BY TRUMP'S FRIEND!!! Pence is not an out-of-control narcissist. Pence would never put our troops in such a situation.