Score the Hundred Days

vanity ^ | April 18, 2017 | Nathan Bedford

[nathanbedford]

On March 30th of this year, Jim Robinson published a vanity titled, The sooner the president realizes that Ryan is an establishment swamp dwelling snake... advocating a series of recommendations for Donald Trump to change course and pursue. No well-intentioned conservative could disagree with any of Mr. Robinson's recommendations.

Further, no well-intentioned conservative could disagree with his conclusion: And I guarantee you that if he [accomplishes the list of recommendations beginning with "repeal Obamacare"] he will go down in history as one of the greatest president ever!

As we draw to the end of the first 100 days at which time an administration is traditionally judged on its accomplishments, I have taken the liberty of listing Mr. Robinson's recommendations in his own words while providing a place for the conservative reader to judge and signify whether Donald Trump is undertaking Jim Robinson's recommendations and, if so, to signify whether Trump is succeeding.

I have tried to provide fair characterizations for the reader to register his judgment. In some instances there will be overlap. For example, I believe the injunction to "deport them all" is mixed with a "good start" for the vigorous prosecution that we have seen but also a "betrayal" because the administration has reneged on its promise concerning DACA. To the degree that the reader judges that more than one category applies, he can simply indicate more than one category. I have necessarily stipulated arbitrary categories so that the forum can perhaps come to some sort of consensus. I also recognize that at this stage, 100 days, it is unreasonable to expect virtually any undertaking to be fully accomplished (even the appointment of Justice Gorsuch, as encouraging as it is, does not complete the recommendation for all judges to be appointed).

With these shortcomings in mind, here are Jim Robinson's recommendations from the above noted vanity written as he wrote them but presented here as a list for you to score.

[DoughtyOne]

I know. Mine wind up going from my jaw to just short of the center of my head via a route past the ear.

Heat will draw more blood to the area. Cold may offer some relief.

I also have a tactic where I swish (2-4 seconds) hot or cold water over the bad tooth. Surprisingly, when you’ve narrowed it down to which is better, that may give you thirty seconds of relief in between swishes.

One will make it worse. The opposite should help.

Sometimes making it worse for a few seconds, causes relative relief for thirty seconds or so. Then repeat.

None of this may work for you, but I hope some of it does.

Best wishes.

I will tell you, when I have pain in my eye cavities (sinus area), looking at a screen can make it worse.

Take care.

[nathanbedford]

You’re (sic) survey is a complete negative waste of time. You don’t know that. That in and of itself is more revealing that this (sic) childish disruptive survey.

What has been a true waste of both time and bandwidth are your childish efforts to divert to any subject other than the answers to the questions contained in the scorecard.

You regard the survey to be "disruptive" because you fear the answers.

[nathanbedford]

I agree.

An interesting discussion might be to identify the sources of that opposition, whether Trump is responsible for instigating any of it, to evaluate what Trump has done to counter it or to surrender to it.

[DoughtyOne]

NB, you don’t know why I have rejected your exercise, even though you have read my post explaining why. You still try to foist what you think is your best line off on me. It’s wildly off base.

We have hundreds if not thousands of FReepers on line right now.

If just one of them answers one of your questions, that gives a lot of other FReepers the opportunity to come and disagree with the rating.

Then you have that one FReeper trying to explain to all those folks why, and them disagreeing still further.

That’s one person on one question.

When you get 200 people participating on all the questions, it spreads the discontent exponentially. If you were successful getting people to participate, this thread could easily go into the thousands of posts with hundreds of differing opinions being debated back and forth.

The negativity would spike. You knew this up front.

You didn’t like Trump to begin with. Now you want to expose him to criticism every chance you can. Am I worried about how the polls will come out? Does it matter?

If someone answers good, you get an argument from someone who thought it was bad.

If someone answer bad, you get an argument from someone who thought it was good.

Mission accomplished.

More destructive activity.

More FReepers demoralized...

[sargon]

Have you even looked at your own "scoresheet"?

Why don't you compute the percentage of questions where your answer had the "betrayal" option checked?

It's just ridiculous. You're just ridiculous.

You're utterly incapable of anything even remotely resembling a fair-minded "valuation" of President Trump.

Your built-in bias loudly proclaims its own irrelevancy.

You've clearly learned nothing from your "timeout"—a form of punishment traditionally reserved for children.

Perhaps you missed this statement in my post: "I also recognize that at this stage, 100 days, it is unreasonable to expect virtually any undertaking to be fully accomplished..."

Apparently, you missed your own statement above.

I counted approximately 23 "valuation" questions on your scoresheet.

Of that 23, you've scored no less than 7 questions (approximately 1/3) as including the "betrayal" tag.

Now, betrayal carries an implication of finality about it, so on that basis alone, it's patently ridiculous to call anything a "betrayal" at this juncture.

The first 100 days haven't even elapsed yet—and you stipulate to the fact that nothing could be deemed "fully accomplished".

And yet (of course) things are "fulllyl accomplished" enough for you to display the unmitigated gall to deem several items as a "betrayal".

For those 7 items or so, of course, there are a plethora of additional reasons to reject your "betrayal" classification.

Thanks so much for your "scoresheet", or, as it should more appropriately be named, "proof positive that nathanbedford is utterly incapable of overcoming his profound bias against President Trump".

You can be as intelligent, conservative, eloquent, and erudite as anyone on God's green earth, and it will never obscure the fact that you're a Trump-hating clown who is simply unable to learn from his mistakes.

Of course, to learn from one's mistakes, it's necessary to acknowledge them first.

Unlike President Trump, you truly deserve all the criticism you receive.

You've become a caricature of your former self, and at this point, I don't think you'll ever be able to "evaluate" President Trump fairly or objectively, much less ever give him the benefit of the doubt.

I hereby reiterate my sincere belief that you're functionally aiding and abetting the Enemy with your constant derogation and nitpicking of this President. The self-righteous trappings of "critical analysis" and "truth"—which you seem to believe you have a monopoly on—cannot erase the fact that you simply do not like this man, and you never will...

[Vendome]

Funny. I have been pressing hard on it for as long as I can take and then letting go.

The pain after that is tolerable.

When I saw the dentist yesterday I thought maybe I had Bell’s Palsy.

He laughed and gave Amoxicillin...

I’ve broken bones, torn ligaments, had three prior root canals.

This just puts you down as everything hurts to the n’th degree...

[DoughtyOne]

Thanks for the mention.

I’ve had physicians and dentists laugh at me a few times over the years.

It’s tough being a patient, all the abuse. LOL

I’ve not had broken bones, but I do know the intense pain associated with an infected tooth.

In my life, I’d say nothing really came close to hurting as much as a lost relationship and the mental anguish that can go on for literally years. Sometimes it involves children as well as your past love.

Sure you’ll have an intense pain once in a while that lasts a few hours to a few days, but long term, nothing competes.

When I die, my thoughts will not run back to one of my root canals.

[Vendome]

Last night’s apogee of pain was so horrible I thought maybe I should slit my wrists to end the pain.

Then I told myself to quit being such a puss y and just shoot myself.

Came to the conclussion I was just being a baby and waited it out.

Got 15 minutes of sleep and I’m so freakin tired. Not from the lack of sleep. I sleep very little anyway and frequently just forget to sleep 2-3 days in a row.

It’s the pain. Wears you down...

Had another round of excrutiating pain that lasted a couple hours, subsiding maybe 45 minutes ago.

Can’t wait for this Amox to resolve the infection, so the Dr can pull this tooth.

I’ll get an implant later ...

[DoughtyOne]

I think you hit pretty close to home there on a number of issues.

It’s not my intent to gang up, so I’ll leave it at that.

I did want you to know I thought your comments were quite good.

[jazusamo]

+5 for you both.

[DoughtyOne]

Okay. I’m glad you’ve had 45 minutes of relief. Excellent.

Maybe get some sleep now if you can.

Your whole body is probably agitated. Healing is not most conducive in that state. Sleep will relieve your tension.

I’d advise against laying down. Blood will flow back to the area and the pressure is likely to intensify pain.

I’m not a physician. I just know what has worked for me, and believe me, when I’ve had bouts like this, I’d take any advice someone could give.

All the best. Good luck.

[DoughtyOne]

Thanks Jazusamo.

“:^)

[sergeantdave]

You didn’t include 2nd Amendment rights and private property rights.

You also have to include how Trump interacts with the fascist American media.

Without these three categories, your survey gets an incomplete because the aforementioned categories is where Trump shines.

I’d suggest you redesign your survey and then resubmit.

[Lakeshark]

I can only think of one President who might have been as good as Trump in my lifetime. That was Reagan.

Different times, different challenges; actually I think Trump has inherited a far bigger mess than Reagan did.

IMHO, Trump has been the equal of Reagan in handling the challenges given so far. It's simply too early to know how it will go for this term, and hopefully the next. If I had to venture a guess, Trump will handle it as well as Reagan did.

Nathanbedford won't answer your question because he is a fake conservative posing as a purist, one who has full disdain towards President Trump, and always has. It's the only reason for his silly quiz, he hopes to get the pearl clutchers here to give Trump bad marks. It's who NB is, nothing more, nothing less.

[Duchess47]

I would rate President Trump at A+.
repeals Obamacare
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ] Although he got rid of the penalty first day if you remember.

builds the wall
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ]In process now.

enforces the law
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ] Again, this should have another category - Done.

deports them all
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ] They are all on their way out.

ends sanctuary cities.
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ] Again, should be done. It’s all over except the whining.

slaps a moratorium on Muslim immigration
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ]I think he’s done this twice, unfortunately we’ve got judges running amok.

dumps the Iran nuke deal
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ]

renegotiates and makes better trade deals
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ] Well, let’s see. TPP gone, NAFTA renegotiating. Everywhere else, renegotiating.

brings back manufacturing and jobs
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ] Again, how many/much has to come back before a Done?

ends the war on coal, gas & oil
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ] Again, a Done.

gets domestic oil flowing
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ] Pipelines anyone?

dumps the EPA
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ]

cuts taxes
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ] I think Congress has something to do with this, President Trump is not king.

cuts spending
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ] You haven’t heard all the screaming over his budget?

cuts debt
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ] So far by a billion, or is it a trillion.

cuts regulations
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ] Again, Done and continuing.

cuts government
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ]

appoints constitutionally-minded judges
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ] Done

restores the constitution and liberty
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ]

returns education to the states
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ]

returns healthcare and welfare to the states
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ]

secures the borders, secures the nation, secures our sovereignty
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ]

rebuilds our military
Good Start [x] Incomplete [ ] Mixed [ ] Swing and Miss [ ] Betrayal[ ]

[Vendome]

Doc thought it was funny I was making fun of myself .

As for my last thoughts amd women, I will think about the women I could have had and the Spidey sense which gave me strength to pass on their wicked spell...

[DoughtyOne]

Last week Trump signed legislation from Congress that gives the states the right to withhold government funds from Planned Parenthood. LINK LINK

Here I thought this was the Holy Grail of Conservatism.

Evidently I was wrong. These two threads had just 71 and 15 comments respectively.

The legislation rescinded a move by Obama to specifically block states from defunding PP.

Does Trump get honorable mention for this? Not much. The man can't do anything right.

We are observant of the Democrats. They refuse to admit anything Trump does is good. It's obvious. What is less obvious, is that there are those on the right who operate in exactly the same manner. They refuse to give Trump any credit.

It would signify they were wrong in opposing him last year, and now. They won't admit that to us or themselves. Either that or they are intentionally trying to destroy Trump for the same reasons the Democrats are. They do not share our desires for the nation.

Trump does!!!

Lakeshark, I'm glad to observe we are agreeing a lot more these days. I'm glad you are a Trump supporter. Kudos...

[DoughtyOne]

I may have to fetch some of that “Spidey Sense” for myself.

“:^)

[Ouderkirk]

At this point I am not sure that I am of the opinion that 100 days is enough time to accomplish anything considering the abject mess that Onambla left.

I think that maybe 180 days might be a better location to judge the efficacy.

Just a thought.

So far I cam confortable with what’s been transpiring and look forward to seeing the balance of the agenda enacted..

[sargon]

I was never against Trump's presidency, I was very much against his nomination.

A distinction without a difference, judging by your patently biased record since Donald Trump's nomination, election, and inauguration.

I haven't seen a single positive comment of yours regarding the incredible, amazing, unprecedented feat which Donald Trump achieved against all odds.

You continue to sell Donald J. Trump short, whereas his supporters—as opposed to those who merely voted for him—remain optimistic for both practical and theoretical reasons.

"Go long" on President Donald Trump...