An anonymously delivered stash of Secret Service memos is revealing secrets about Donald Trump, and the memos variously describe Trump as “needy,” “fussy,” “whiny,” “high-maintenance,” “emotionally volatile,” “morally destitute,” “functionally illiterate,” “needlessly cruel to his underlings,” and “foul-smelling like a garbage bag full of roast beef sandwiches that has been left out in the sun for a week.”
Perhaps… But honestly, all of us are exhausted, and if we have to research every one of your articles to see if it’s actually satire or reality, then I’m gonna unsubscribe. At the very least you need to start the article with “this is satire”. And remember our goal is not to spread disinformation. So do what you need to do to get through these years… I get it. All I ask is that you consider labeling your articles so people know and not spread disinformation.
He did, but you seem to not know where to find that information. Hint: it’s at the end. You know, just like in every article. Please find another thread to complain about your gripes. We love the satire on here.
I thought so, too, but only for five or so bullet points. I went straight to his profile pic and learned that it was satire/joke. But yes, the points that were made are valid. Too many people still not reading with critical skills. I get it.
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I do not condemn satire, but I would expect to get the ironic humor through the piece itself rather than need to read the small print AFTER I've read the piece. The daily circus clown show is distressing to me, and to many others. That's what makes it so hard to know, and now we have the Vonce (I believe this means "bedbug" in Yiddish.) imitating his new daddy, vying with his new competitor. It's a lot.
Sorry, but that is on you! Like I said, I got it after the fifth bullet point or so. This is the whole point, though. Critical reading and listening skills are hugely important and should kick in automatically. But a lot of students/kids are also not adequately educated to catch misinformation, either.
How does one "catch" misinformation? The current state of the Union is victim to the whims and fancies of a seriously disturbed perverted administration. I am continuously asking the universe "Did that really happen?" Sadly, all too frequently these days, the answer is "yes, it did." So, satire, a premier vehicle for exposing tyranny, becomes dicey. What is happening in the US is globally unbelievable but all too true.
If you, Ursula, can't see that big picture, then I question your value to the resistance
A movement cannot succeed if individuals claiming to be brothers and sisters in the struggle are putting down fellow travelers, attacking others' ability to think.
You will fail in your mission. You (we) need all the help we can get.
Unfortunately, as in Germany in 1938 or 1934, what is happening around us is one disaster after another. ICE is terrifying immigrants both legal and undocumented. Many naturalized citizens with brown skin are also bullied with terrorism. They are having a hard time "Taking a Joke."
We all want to be amused and at least momentarily distracted from the horror show that is our reality. Never Trumper you are very harsh with others who are on the same wave. Not a way to contribute to a political movement.
And you, Ursula, are not a caring person. Your message is " if you don't think this is humorous, you should leave." I wonder what John Lewis would say about your remarks. Or all those who used to be a significant part of the strength of the Democratic Party and now wear beards and MAGA hats.
You may well think the subject matter "entertaining", but it is not at all "amusing", PLUS wayyyyy too long & thereby too TIME-CONSUMING to wish to follow.
= (at the very least) You need to get yourself an EDITOR, girl! 😖
Honestly Sarah Anders, you should go somewhere, because you sound like a dumbass Rupiblitard and just reading your whiny post is shit I do not want to see. Bye, do not let the door hit you in the back side….
Don't change shit. Nothing. Buyer beware, this Halfway Cafe is for shits and grins. It makes me laugh, and very often cuts to the bone. If you need to complain, and want disclaimers put up, move along. There's nothing to see here.
Disclaimers are annoying and generally useless. It's a different game to play with satire when we cannot believe what is happening IRL daily. So, did he really do that? He really couldn't have done that. He did? No, he didn't yesterday, but said he will tomorrow.
Agree, this read is a great example of lies with just enough truth to make some people believe idiocy. We have enough real insanity as is. Trump supporter will use such as this to proof their dear idol is treated sooo unfairly. I would hope in the future Lisa will use her talent to humorously call out the real insane or stupid lies so that people realize how ridiculous their support of this lower life form actually is.
If you haven't noticed, people on, Substack tend to be nicer than people on the lower platforms. Maybe you would better be served going back to one of them?
When people show you who they are the(first time) believe them, and he showed who he was the (first time) and you still don’t believe him. Trump does not give a damn about anyone but himself, if he can use you he will, and when he finish using you he’ll get rid of you like your trash. That is who he is.
You can contrast this with actual, proven accounts of his behavior & draw your conclusions. It's probably closer to reality than satire, but both intertwine when it comes to tRump and his entire clown show of an administration.
I don’t think it’s meant to be funny, rather informative about who we have in the powerful position as President of the United States. It’s shameful that we have such a pompous, disgusting individual as a representative of the American people. He’s an orange, shitty pants clown. I want him out. #8647
Yes, it’s just you! And the fact that you don’t read the “fine print” at the end, which has the answer to your question, makes me think you are just like them: no idea how to distinguish fact from fiction.
I just clicked on the article and started reading. As I got to the very end, my jaw kept getting closer to the floor and then I immediately started looking to see the sources… it was the halfway cafe lol.
At first I believed every word then I realized it was satire. Whereas it was funny and believable I really wished it were true. Definitely we’re living in Bizarro World.
Several years ago, during the first Trump imposition, I was at National Cathedral for a Christmas service when the Turd arrived. He wore a heavy greatcoat, took it off and just dropped it as he went to the pew. A Marine guard caught it before it fell on the floor. The Imperious Asshole never once turned around, never once acknowledged the Marine guard who kept his coat from gettin soiled, nothing. It was like watching Marie Antoinette without the poofy dress. The little people are just supposed to clean up after he shits all over the place. Awful man.
You know, even if it wasn’t satire I believe that Trump’s stinks terribly and disgustingly! I think he looks stinky, sweaty, greasy! He looks like walking stinking lard, greasy foul disgusting 🤢🤮! He makes Oscar the grouch for n the Sesame Street garbage can seem like such a nice clean guy! Trump couldn’t fit in a garage can but he could fit in an NYC dumpster, smell like a dumpster! Yeah, he stinks and he fouls his depends with his nasty feces often because he is full of shit!
Dang, that headline got my attention and I read a good deal of it but then I thought “who has posted this?” I scrolled back up and just shook my head. I should have known. Even she said very little of it is true but could be true. Ugh!
I cannot discern whether this is satire or reality. In either case, I did not find it amusing. Maybe it's just me?
My satire is the only thing that will get me through these next four years. I fight Trumpian absurdity with more absurdity!
Perhaps… But honestly, all of us are exhausted, and if we have to research every one of your articles to see if it’s actually satire or reality, then I’m gonna unsubscribe. At the very least you need to start the article with “this is satire”. And remember our goal is not to spread disinformation. So do what you need to do to get through these years… I get it. All I ask is that you consider labeling your articles so people know and not spread disinformation.
He did, but you seem to not know where to find that information. Hint: it’s at the end. You know, just like in every article. Please find another thread to complain about your gripes. We love the satire on here.
I thought it was all real. He needs to put “satire” at the very beginning.
I thought so, too, but only for five or so bullet points. I went straight to his profile pic and learned that it was satire/joke. But yes, the points that were made are valid. Too many people still not reading with critical skills. I get it.
Go elsewhere then.
Defeats the whole purpose of THINKING.
That why the vm orange one is in Oval and of course many of us believe muskrat bought it so he could cb have the cb power he could not have otherwise.
It’s not labelled satire at the end.
Hmmm? I saw this:
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I do not condemn satire, but I would expect to get the ironic humor through the piece itself rather than need to read the small print AFTER I've read the piece. The daily circus clown show is distressing to me, and to many others. That's what makes it so hard to know, and now we have the Vonce (I believe this means "bedbug" in Yiddish.) imitating his new daddy, vying with his new competitor. It's a lot.
Sorry, but that is on you! Like I said, I got it after the fifth bullet point or so. This is the whole point, though. Critical reading and listening skills are hugely important and should kick in automatically. But a lot of students/kids are also not adequately educated to catch misinformation, either.
How does one "catch" misinformation? The current state of the Union is victim to the whims and fancies of a seriously disturbed perverted administration. I am continuously asking the universe "Did that really happen?" Sadly, all too frequently these days, the answer is "yes, it did." So, satire, a premier vehicle for exposing tyranny, becomes dicey. What is happening in the US is globally unbelievable but all too true.
If you, Ursula, can't see that big picture, then I question your value to the resistance
A movement cannot succeed if individuals claiming to be brothers and sisters in the struggle are putting down fellow travelers, attacking others' ability to think.
You will fail in your mission. You (we) need all the help we can get.
i agree. i feel like i wasted my time thinking i was reading something true. and its no comfort to say “it could be”.
Sarah, for heaven’s sake - TAKE A JOKE. It may be our only way to cope for the next 406 weeks.
Unfortunately, as in Germany in 1938 or 1934, what is happening around us is one disaster after another. ICE is terrifying immigrants both legal and undocumented. Many naturalized citizens with brown skin are also bullied with terrorism. They are having a hard time "Taking a Joke."
We all want to be amused and at least momentarily distracted from the horror show that is our reality. Never Trumper you are very harsh with others who are on the same wave. Not a way to contribute to a political movement.
Thank you Sarah. My thoughts exactly.
Or actually make it funny.
And you, Ursula, are not a caring person. Your message is " if you don't think this is humorous, you should leave." I wonder what John Lewis would say about your remarks. Or all those who used to be a significant part of the strength of the Democratic Party and now wear beards and MAGA hats.
Sorry but I have to agree with the "NAY sayers":
You may well think the subject matter "entertaining", but it is not at all "amusing", PLUS wayyyyy too long & thereby too TIME-CONSUMING to wish to follow.
= (at the very least) You need to get yourself an EDITOR, girl! 😖
We've got to the point (truth is we did years ago) where it's impossible to tell satire from truth. It used to be pretty easy
Wouldn’t be surprised if it was true. He is such a vile species of I don’t know what there is no name for his kind. Gross
Honestly Sarah Anders, you should go somewhere, because you sound like a dumbass Rupiblitard and just reading your whiny post is shit I do not want to see. Bye, do not let the door hit you in the back side….
Don't change shit. Nothing. Buyer beware, this Halfway Cafe is for shits and grins. It makes me laugh, and very often cuts to the bone. If you need to complain, and want disclaimers put up, move along. There's nothing to see here.
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Disclaimers are annoying and generally useless. It's a different game to play with satire when we cannot believe what is happening IRL daily. So, did he really do that? He really couldn't have done that. He did? No, he didn't yesterday, but said he will tomorrow.
I think he is beating you in the absurdity race.
lol, right? It’s totally plausible😭
Agree, this read is a great example of lies with just enough truth to make some people believe idiocy. We have enough real insanity as is. Trump supporter will use such as this to proof their dear idol is treated sooo unfairly. I would hope in the future Lisa will use her talent to humorously call out the real insane or stupid lies so that people realize how ridiculous their support of this lower life form actually is.
Disagree! Its completely believable and really why do you care unless you are a Trump Voter and if you are go to hell.
If you haven't noticed, people on, Substack tend to be nicer than people on the lower platforms. Maybe you would better be served going back to one of them?
I did find it amusing once I realized it was satire. But it’s sad how long it took me to realize.
Me, too. I was going to ReStack….but it’s just too believable.
Me neither. Seems like satire is dead. This man is just too weird to satirize.
This was absolutely me
When people show you who they are the(first time) believe them, and he showed who he was the (first time) and you still don’t believe him. Trump does not give a damn about anyone but himself, if he can use you he will, and when he finish using you he’ll get rid of you like your trash. That is who he is.
You can contrast this with actual, proven accounts of his behavior & draw your conclusions. It's probably closer to reality than satire, but both intertwine when it comes to tRump and his entire clown show of an administration.
I agree. That’s why it's getting difficult to know when to laugh.
I don’t think it’s meant to be funny, rather informative about who we have in the powerful position as President of the United States. It’s shameful that we have such a pompous, disgusting individual as a representative of the American people. He’s an orange, shitty pants clown. I want him out. #8647
Not real. Those that know Trump say he is extremely kind and caring.
Now THAT’s satire 😳
Which is why so many of his employees work for him for so very long. Especially lawyers.
Um no. That’s never been a thing.
What a lie.
It’s satire 😊
Satire, I doubt it. Reality, I pity anyone who is now, or had to deal with all of that. For me it was amusing and gross at the same time.
Yep, just you.
Apparently not.
i think, in our present “state of the union”, satire has become reality. i used to love satire. let’s just save it until this is over.
Yeah, it’s probably just you
Yes, it’s just you! And the fact that you don’t read the “fine print” at the end, which has the answer to your question, makes me think you are just like them: no idea how to distinguish fact from fiction.
I agree. V anyway I believe it’s closer to the truth than anyone realize! lol sadly
I totally love it and he is such an ass, it is exactly what he deserves….keep it coming.
Print, post. Repeat.
Seems as if almost every one of those would actually be true.
Those who know say many of these things!
My thoughts too.
Making McCarthy walk back from VA on a monthly basis? Just b/c you would like it to be true doesn’t mean it is true.
What is sad is that most of this believable.
Sadly, at this point in our exceedingly unhinged political discourse I think we need to clearly state what is satire and what is not.
Hint: it’s spelled out clearly at the end.
that’s the problem. waste of time and emotion. not right to do at this time.
I think you should just set it to less like this if you are so offended…the rest of us love it. FDT and his Voters!
I just clicked on the article and started reading. As I got to the very end, my jaw kept getting closer to the floor and then I immediately started looking to see the sources… it was the halfway cafe lol.
Teehee the #1 Trump satirist strikes again!
At first I believed every word then I realized it was satire. Whereas it was funny and believable I really wished it were true. Definitely we’re living in Bizarro World.
Really your jaw was dropping? It is so close to his character and it did not surprise me at all. He is a disgusting asshole.
Several years ago, during the first Trump imposition, I was at National Cathedral for a Christmas service when the Turd arrived. He wore a heavy greatcoat, took it off and just dropped it as he went to the pew. A Marine guard caught it before it fell on the floor. The Imperious Asshole never once turned around, never once acknowledged the Marine guard who kept his coat from gettin soiled, nothing. It was like watching Marie Antoinette without the poofy dress. The little people are just supposed to clean up after he shits all over the place. Awful man.
You know, even if it wasn’t satire I believe that Trump’s stinks terribly and disgustingly! I think he looks stinky, sweaty, greasy! He looks like walking stinking lard, greasy foul disgusting 🤢🤮! He makes Oscar the grouch for n the Sesame Street garbage can seem like such a nice clean guy! Trump couldn’t fit in a garage can but he could fit in an NYC dumpster, smell like a dumpster! Yeah, he stinks and he fouls his depends with his nasty feces often because he is full of shit!
Bleah, your description nearly made me gag 🤢 gotta agree though
Wait, Trump doesn’t already make you gag?
Is there anything in this article not 100%true? Where is the satire?
Lol most of it is at least halfway true.
You’re very talented 🙂
Thanks! :D
Good point, yeah i believe its pretty true.
I suspect a great deal of this is true. Living on the edge of reality....
Thanks Dash for reminding us that our imaginations have yet to catch up with the real world 🌎.
It's gonna be a long four years, but if we mock Trump enough we might just get through it! :D
His schizophrenia also gets worse when he is stressed, stressors for him are posting he has a low IQ, low ratings, and he stinks, which are all true.
If only the news picked this story up and forced every maga to endure him.
Yeah, post it he lies about people, calls them vile names…he deserves this and way worse in my book. Another day without his Obit is a rainy day.
Sadly. . . It's Satire.
Is any of this chuckleworthy prose actually true? Really?
It's all halfway true... my specialty is halfway true news :D
So still more accurate than MSM.
It would be nice if you clarified true vs satire, or at least included some very big hints.
I love it…So he didnt eat that much chicken huh? lol
And we are so here for it! Thank you for your service. 🤣
Which half? 🤪
Buwahahahaha! 🤣
Well done!
I had to keep questioning: real?????
That's my specialty of comedy! :D
I’m so conflicted, tho- some of it I want so much to be REAL!! 💕
Most of it is….
I was all in… totally believable, until sex dreams about Nancy Pelosi 😆
Ha that was the one that a lot of people say made them stop believing it as real :D
All this has been known since his first presidency. His cabinet said very similar stuff. And here we are! Amazing.🤦♀️🙄
Damn damn damn, I thought these were real!!! But I bet some secretly are 100% true!
Dang, that headline got my attention and I read a good deal of it but then I thought “who has posted this?” I scrolled back up and just shook my head. I should have known. Even she said very little of it is true but could be true. Ugh!