Matt C

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

No hate, but I'm not sure what you're trying to say.
I never said prices go down, and yes when prices rise, the solution is to grow the underlying economy to support the higher prices for a previously comparable input of resources (time, energy, etc).

The one part we will find disagreement is in the part of "wages and jobs have been growing significantly in the past two years". Maybe generally and in total, but what I know is that people in my circles have had to (for example) pick up another job to pay for the increase cost of base living (food, gas, etc) so that is a plus 1 to jobs, but isn't a great thing that the second job is required.

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

Genuinely not sure what you're trying to say here, my guy.
Do you think I'm a Democrat?
Do you think I wanted this?
Do you think I voted for this?
Do you think I don't realize that it takes time?

Do you get off on the concept that if someone has a slightly different brain wave then you that person is clearly evil and need your personal attack?
Take a breather, live life a little, and fuck off with your instant assumptions.

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

@timburchett I don't...
That's...
Eeeeeeh...
Aight man, live your life and love your wife, I guess 😂

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

Maybe not cheap, but still cheaper.
As a life long republican voter including this election, the right had full control for two years and did next to nothing with it. I'm on your side, but let's be honest, gas, groceries, and the homes in the community are all more expensive now than in 2020-2024

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

Here in the suburbs of Des Moines the message was clear. Among my own circles, many Republicans were PISSED off at Trump and the Republicans in leadership in general.
Many hardcore "crawl over broken glass to vote for trump" people just skipped voting and didn't care. Why vote for a party that insults us and takes us for granted to the point that they ignore out needs and they go back on what was voted for.

Many skipped, some voted dem to try and gut the current leadership in the right, and while I didn't do either of those things, I can't in good conscience be mad at those who did.

Trump and the Right failed us over these last two years. America First. If needed, America only.

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

Ben, if you ever see this, I have a genuine question for you. Don't dismiss it as "why are we even talking about this?" And instead realize that this question is asked because people are unsure.

If one country were to be wiped off the map and the other were given magical protection forever, which country is which.

America or Israel?

Which country gets destroyed and which gets protected?

Your choice.

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

@RefinedPopulist Already commented on he main post, then scrolled down and saw this banger. Amen, my guy.

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

Dang, hard to read, but only because it's an important question. I don't have any kids yet, but I had a similar type situation happen with a friend of mine (a bit younger than me, turned 18 just in time to vote for trump in 2024), and he honestly asked me what the point was. It was hard to put it in words because there's no good words to use.

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

I want to come back and add some comment since this has gotten traction for some reason.

I rarely say things like this especially on social media. While in the moment of anger I worded it this way and I don't know if it was the best way to word it, I do stand by it especially the sentiment.

I am tired of things not being taken seriously enough by the people meant to represent me, and I desperately wish I was in a position to be put in that seat. I do honestly believe that I would be a "get it done or die trying" (literally if needed) kind of a person in that position. I know many people say that, and only God knows my heart, but I hope and pray this country comes back to God even if it's in a small way or after my time.

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

@ChuckGrassley I mean this from the bottom of my heart as a life long republican voter including yesterday.
Fuck you.
You are an embarrassment to Iowa with your ineptitude and complacency.

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

@arcanaraccoon @UMichGOP Nah, I haven't been crying.
Just the natural "Tough... *Sigh* ALRIGHT, here we go"

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

Eh, I believe that God is good and an election swing isn't the end of my life. While many candidates I don't like got elected, many state level amendments and laws passed how I would, so I'm less concerned about the future and more just "Dang, that's a bit worrying, well I guess I'll go to bed!"

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

I usually don't say stuff like this especially on social media, but I just want fighters. I'm so sick of "Vote for me and I'll..." You've had time! You haven't done it, therefore... "F you"!
It's so sad to see, but life is short, and while idk what you believe, I believe that God is good and that my faith is more important than an election.
I'm just frustrated at the lack of awareness from those I elected to represent me. It's hard and while I made this post out of probably too much anger, I do believe that we've passed a time for civility and as another comment says "Class".

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

I'm going to assume you're well meaning because you aren't coming off harsh. Your tone sounds understandable, so allow me to honestly explain where I'm coming from.
First, it's not about what he can do now, it's about what he didn't do before.
Second, if he had stood his ground when it mattered (look at his record, it's NOT good), then I'd believe him if he said "We coordinate where we can and oppose where we must".
He laid down and then said "Good fight, well played".

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

@gigih1720 @ChuckGrassley Oh no, not at all. I think he's so out of it. I'm more speaking to the staffer that posted this.

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

@IAGovernor Great job. You lead Iowa right into this.

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

@boomerkinghoss @ChuckGrassley I don't think standing up for what I believe and hoping for a good nation is a bad thing. If trying to do good by rough means is classless, then I'm classless.
I *wish* society were in a good enough place for me to care about so called "class".

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

Sometimes you gotta make the most of your life... or death!
Even if you're strapping 6 C4 to the front of a URAL.

[Matt C @OneFactWiser]

@gregarizona @BillAckman @CurtisSliwa @andrewcuomo Meeting odds. If sliwa drops out, Cuomo would likely get over 50%. For easy math if there's three people. 30-30-40 then the one with 40 wins (has 90% odds since things can change). If the two 30s combine, it's 60-40, and the person with 60% vote will win. Flip the betting