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My Thoughts About Tony Hinchcliffe. Content Warning.
With a week left to go until the 2024 Presidential Election, over 45 million people so far has voted early either in person or submitted a mail-in ballot. However, the latest controversy that has caused outrage are comments made by comedian and podcaster Tony Hinchcliffe (seen above). During a recent Trump rally at Madison Square Garden, he called Latinos and the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico "a floating island of garbage". Just to note, New York has the largest Puerto Rican population. Numerous Puerto Rican lawmakers denounced his comments, calling them disgusting and disrespectful. Hinchcliffe refused to apologize for his disparaging remarks. JD Vance said of the joke that Americans needed to stop being offended by every little thing. Just because something is a joke, it automatically doesn't make it funny. It's not about Americans being overly sensitive. There are jokes that are funny and there are those that cross the line. There's a difference between a joke and an insult. What Hinchcliffe said was an insult to not only Puerto Ricans, but Latinos. Trump doubled down on Hinchcliffe's comments, as I expected him to. All he does is defend and excuse this kind of nonsense. A spokesperson for his campaign stated that Hinchcliffe's joke didn't represent the values of Trump or his campaign. I disagree with that assessment and dont buy it. His history of making derogatory and offensive remarks about different people has been present for years. It's been on public display even before becoming the president. No matter which side of the political spectrum you stand for, there's no excuse for anyone, especially for a former President to keep perpetuating offensive stereotypes and rhetoric. That kind of language is unacceptable, and people should denounce it. Hinchcliffe's "joke" was not in poor taste and no, it has not been overblown. The comedian said that people don't have a sense of humor. No, it's because times have changed and once again, there are jokes that are funny and there are jokes that cross the line. A lot of jokes made by comedians from way back when would not fly today. You can be funny without purposely insulting different kinds of people in a disrespectful way. I avoid watching comedy specials of certain comedians, due to them perpetuating outdated stereotypes and using ableist slurs towards individuals with disabilities.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard about a year ago in The Swamp
Where Were Y'all? Latin Artists Finally Back Kamala Harris After Racist Trump MSG Rally
As long as I can remember, my beautiful Black life has intertwined with Latin heritage and culture. Thanks to growing up in one of the most culturally rich boroughs in New York City, I have been able to know, bond, and love those many people who have Latin blood running through their veins. My Black late uncle and his former wife, a proud Latina, brought several cousins of mixed race into my family. Similarly, I have strong connections to their relatives, whom I treasure just as fiercely. My best friend is Dominican. The family I often spend Thanksgiving and holidays with are Puerto Rican. The performer who has inspired me more than any other was Mexican-American.
By Jonathan Apolloabout a year ago in The Swamp
I don't want to live through another Trump presidency.
When I shared McSweeney's list of the damage that Trump has done, my uncle laughed at me. I thought that the people who raised me taught me about integrity. I thought they believed that lying is wrong. My dad warned me about the sex offender's in my grandma's neighborhood, and warned me that it wasn't safe to walk alone.
By Ruza Aldinabout a year ago in The Swamp
Answer to a meme to get a vote for Harris/Walz
I see a whole lot of memes on the internet that are usually lies, inaccurate or take text out of context. I spotted this one on facebook posted by “a friend” and felt a need to answer. If you see this meme I give full permission to borrow any of these words if it helps you point out that Harris/Wlaz best fit this meme's requirements.
By Joseph McCainabout a year ago in The Swamp
Are we ready for national bankcruptcy?
The national debt of the United States of America is more than 35 Trillion dollars today, October 18th, 2024. That's over $106,000 for every single person in America. How many jobs do you have? How many jobs have you had? How much money have you earned in your lifetime? More than 100k?
By Shanon Angermeyer Normanabout a year ago in The Swamp
Elon Musk and Donald Trump: How Tech, Wealth, and Politics Are Colliding in 2024
When you hear the names Elon Musk and Donald Trump in the same sentence, your mind might instantly jump to a meme or some wild headline on your newsfeed. But this isn't just internet fodder; it's a real and increasingly complex alliance that could significantly impact the 2024 election. Strap in, because the world’s richest man isn’t just tweeting his support for Trump he’s going full "dark MAGA" with it. Yes, you read that right.
By The INFORMERabout a year ago in The Swamp
The Truth About Kamala Harris and Joe Biden’s Economy: What Trump and Vance Don’t Want You to Know
I have taken the time to research and write this essay because I feel it is important that people vote on the facts instead of lies. I find it reprehensible that Donald Trump and J.D. Vance are basing a major part of their presidential campaign on an outright lie.
By Rick Henry Christopher about a year ago in The Swamp
Is Trump's policy enough to make up for his personality
This was undeniably a generational Republican ballot. With Doug Burgum, Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy, and Ron DeSantis all present, it felt like the only person missing was a Bush. Every angle of right-wing philosophy was represented on that stage: neoconservatives, libertarians, America First proponents, foreign policy enthusiasts, governors, and newcomers.
By Atlas Aristotle about a year ago in The Swamp
