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Former CIA Chief: Republicans Are Worse than ISIS
A journalist tweeted this out.
I’ve covered extremism and violent ideologies around the world over my career. Have never come across a political force more nihilistic, dangerous & contemptible than today’s Republicans. Nothing close.
So, this professional media operative must be aware of ISIS, the Taliban, Boko Haram, Al-Shabaab, Janjaweed, Al Qaida (remember them?), the Shining Path… Pick any terror group in this twerp’s lifetimes; and American Republicans are worse. Heck, this means Republicans are worse than Vladimir Putin.
Is it bad that General Michael Hayden, the Director of the CIA under George W. Bush and Barack Obama, agrees.
I agree. And I was the CIA Director.
This guy just said a third of his countrymen were “nihilistic, dangerous & contemptible.” Still think the Deep State doesn’t hate you?
Mike Pence reaffirmed his support for the Deep State. David A. French thinks this makes him a most excellent presidential prospect. (Because that Ron DeSantis person is just plain too Trumpy.)
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My favorite (xxxl) T-shirt says, “Just because I’m old doesn’t mean you’re out of range.”
Don’t start out with a .45. Get a nice used Beretta 9mm. You will enjoy shooting it, since it doesn’t require a hydraulic grip to control. Your Marine friends will recognize it and respect it. The Beretta is the Toyota Corolla of handguns; readily available, tons of aftermarket parts, easily maintained, not flashy but absolutely reliable.
Well, you were giving them a ride. The least they could do. My Ass Rides In Navy Equipment.
A child can shoot an AR..
And the donkey they rode in on.
Convincing everyone the other side is worse than ISIS helps ensure they will pull the trigger on their fellow Americans later. Did you see how easy it was to convince some of one race to be angry enough to start executing cops. Several are attacked each week now.
Okay, everyone else. ; )
Considering the CIA is funding Islamic extremists in Syria, I guess CIA goons like Hayden would see Republicans as being worse.
In todays Lefty (D) Party Biden Admin wokey nuttery Michael Hayden has just successfully completed his job interview and positioned himself as the next CIA Director when William Burns decides to cash in and take a job in the defense industry.
Quite the thread . . .
Lord of Light, by Roger Zelazny, 1967. A fine novel. From a dialogue between the protagonist and the hit man sent to (unsuccessfully) assassinate him.
That is indeed the view of most people on the left. I’ve lost track of the number who have demonstrated that.
Of course, one should make a distinction between the educated Marxists who know such accusations to be nonsense (but useful nonsense) and the majority of liberals who know virtually nothing and largely get their opinions third-hand from the radical left.
I wonder if Hayden would duck invites to go on any of the Fox shows, as he shouldn’t.
I wonder if any of the Fox shows would try to get him on, as they should.
One of the authors on my obsession list. I dearly love his insidious puns. “You came to Heaven without a fortune? Unfortunate.” “I stuck my hand in the niche, hoping offhandedly it wasn’t booby-trapped.” And of course, spending half a chapter setting up a minor character so he could write, “Then the fit hit the Shan.”
You mean impeach, remove, and ban from holding office?
Yes. Except DeSantis, who I didn’t see in there at first. ; )
Nice isn’t going to cut it in the current state of decay and dissolution.
Bottom line is that all those that hate or are suspicious or are in any way willing to stand up against the central government caucus with Republicans.
We are the biggest threat in this country – to THEM. And they know it and are fomenting their foot soldiers to not view us as humans and neighbors, but as monsters and enemies. And being nearly completely devoid of Christian ethic, perfectly primed to support our destruction.
Great Reference. I had to do a web search to locate it in Lord of Light. Which I will reread before too long.
Lest we forget, General Hayden is best known for conducting warrantless surveillance of US citizens while running the NSA.
Even wikipedia remembers:
Hayden was nominated to head the NSA in 2006. The Washington Times reported then:
Rules are for other (non-elite) people.
He’s also a principal in the Chertoff Group, an “ intelligence advisory” firm that likely profits mightily by being on the “right side” of group think. Follow the money.
Ha! That line I do remember!
Which is funny because I reciprocate the sentiment.
I’m indifferent to his puns, but on the other hand his exquisitely crafted prose, often lyrical and full of allusions…
I’ll lead the prisoner down the stairs the warden said condescendingly.
And if it’s missing: coat hangers and cardboard.
this clown says nothing about open borders, the mostly peaceful protests, the CRT and ESG brain washing that is occurring at every institution and of course, declaring Hunter’s laptop was Russian Disinformation.
He was made for corporate media
Now I remember why I don’t read Zelazny.
I can forgive your literary taste since you like cats.
I’m fine. How much A. Bertram Chandler have you read?
This is why I don’t feel safe in my own country. I wonder if Hayden does. /not really