Ronnie Rustbelt

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

So you and your wife committed homicide because you didn’t want to raise a child with Downs Syndrome. Sickening.

[Jesse Ridgway @McJuggerNuggets]

This week, my wife and I made the very difficult decision to terminate the pregnancy due to Trisomy 21.

The choice was not made lightly. We really appreciate all of the personal stories that you guys shared with us, especially the unconditional support we received from fans with no matter what we decided.

I know some of you may be very disappointed to hear this news. We are devastated. This has been extremely traumatic for both of us, especially Ashley.

She underwent the procedure earlier this week and is on the mend. Thankfully, everything went smoothly, but emotionally we are drained.

Trisomy 21, also known as Down Syndrome, is caused by an extra chromosome. It is caused by an error in cell division, like a glitch. The odds of a baby having it is 1 in 1000.

When I first confronted this news, I was shocked but optimistic. If they’re a little slow intellectually, then we’ll make it work. I signed on to be a parent, come what may…but I just didn’t fully understand what Down Syndrome entailed.

Once we made it public, it became clear that MOST people don’t know what Down Syndrome entails (and no, it’s not the same as Autism):

50% of babies with DS have heart defects. 75% will have hearing challenges. Over 50% will have vision problems. Impaired immune function, developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, delayed physical development, poor muscle tone, structural issues with face, decreased lifespan, etc…Sadly, the list is long, feel free to look it up…Down Syndome isn’t a “blessing”, it is objectively shitty from a health perspective.

I didn’t realize just how rough it is for the child, let alone the family…more often than not, they would be fully dependent on others for the rest of their life.

The miscarriage risk is also close to 50%, which made matters worse…they may never see the light of day and it puts Ashley further at risk.

We spoke with doctors, friends, family and genetic counselors and learned that up to 90% of women terminate their pregnancy after learning the baby has Trisomy 21.

This was WAY higher than I expected, I thought it would be lower given that I hear so many say they kept or would keep the baby. I believe that’s because most terminations happen privately, it feels shameful. A lot of judgment being cast.

You never think you’d be in this type of situation until it happens to you and then things change.

To all of my fans who have weighed in on this topic who have Autism, Down Syndrome or any other conditions…we appreciate you. You matter a lot and we’re glad you’re here. I commend you and your families for having the strength and courage to push forward.

As for us, we made a difficult decision that we believe in the long-run will be beneficial for our family. Thankfully, we had a choice.

It will take a little time to move on, but we are excited to try again in the future and hopefully have a better outcome.

Love you guys & thank you for understanding. ❤️

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

@JVAinnovate Was distracted by your multiple chins. I thought people in California were in shape not morbidly obese.

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

Still no definitive results from California. This is some Third World bullshit.

[Catholic Life @prayandfast2]

Immaculate Heart of Mary, lead all souls to your Son, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

[End Wokeness @EndWokeness]

Time to get election results:

🇧🇷 Brazil: 2 hours (124M ballots)
🇫🇷 France: 4 hours (34M ballots)
🇮🇳 India: 24 hours (640M ballots)
🇩🇪 Germany: 8 hours (51M ballots)
🇦🇷 Argentina: 6 hours (25M ballots)
🇺🇸 California: 37 DAYS (10M ballots)

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

When @TheFive comes on I scan the panel. If no Jessica or @GillianHTurner I smile and keep it on the channel.

[Rex Parker @RexPark22886010]

#thefive Who else breaths a sigh of relief when you don't see jessica on the Five.

[Elon Musk @elonmusk]

That’s what it comes down to

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

Every time I see what our opposition looks like I feel better about our chances in November.

[John Van Akkeren @JVAinnovate]

Hey California!
Just More MAGA lies and misinformation- vote blues and keep these corrupt Trump assholes out of California!

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

@KILLTOPARTY Going Full Costanza

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

Still no definitive results from California. This is some Third World bullshit.

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

@E_Barcohana @tracegallagher @foxnewsnight Saw you on Fox tonight. You did very well. Hope they have you on more often. Thanks for all you do.

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

LA Friends: Get Out and Vote for Spencer Pratt. Take your city back! 🇺🇸

[Elizabeth Barcohana @E_Barcohana]

There are 4 hours left to vote in LA.

Based on turnout right now, my guess is a candidate will need 250K votes to win tonight.

There are 327K Republicans in LA.

But less than 100K have voted.

We could hand this to @spencerpratt tonight if we wanted to.

Do you?

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

California - Go Vote for Spencer Pratt and Steve Hilton 🇺🇸

[Spencer Pratt @spencerpratt]

If you don't vote, I don't want to hear you ever complain about any of the filth, crime, or decline in LA again. Get off your butt and VOTE, or enjoy what you get.

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

California Friends: Be sure to get out and Vote for Steve Hilton and Spencer Pratt 🇺🇸

[California Post @californiapost]

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[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

@CarolDeegan12 🤮

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

@jeffpjordan @TheFive @GillianHTurner @FoxNews What do you mean

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

Turn on @TheFive and see hideous @GillianHTurner on there. Time to change the channel. @FoxNews

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

California - get out and Vote for Steve Hilton and Spencer Pratt 🇺🇸

[John Sandor @RealJohnSandor]

To Chad Bianco supporters: I get it. If my candidate didn’t have a viable path, I’d be upset too, but I wouldn't pretend they can win and risk defeat when another Republican has a path. This election is too critical. Please think about it. #CAPrimary
#MAGA

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

Just saw disgusting liberal @GillianHTurner spend an entire segment defending boys playing in girls sports. With friends like @FoxNews who needs MSDNC?

[Ronnie Rustbelt @RonnieRustbelt]

The amount of makeup necessary to make @GillianHTurner even semi TV ready is abominable. Ugh 🤮