D. Hocking

Most likely something to do with his misshapen ego and to soothe his malignant soul. Supposedly the executive order he signed to day basically lets people buy the worthless junk insurance policies that will do more harm than good. You look at his twitter feed, and you would think the biggest tragedy occurring right now is how he is a victim to the lying media (who largely just reports what he says). He makes Nero playing the fiddle seem like a great humanitarian doing deeds of kindness and charity. and yes, those PR tweets....

I think people should stand for the flag, but forcing them to stand is a much bigger insult to the flag than taking a knee. There is also something disturbing about the President of the United of States using his power and financial threats to force a business to adopt a policy so he can get his way and brag that he got a "win". Forcing an appearance of patriotism is a scary road to head down as is having a President who seems to not be adverse to abusing his power to get people to bend to his will (and bow down before him) and thinks his view is the only view. I also think the NFL is going to exacerbate their troubles if they do this. They are underestimating or possibly just be dismissive of how many of their players feel strongly about these issues (or worse case scenario are like Mike Ditka and think there has been no oppression for 100 years). Amazing that Trump has not even tweeted about the deaths from the fires or the service men killed last week. There is nothing horrible enough out there that could eclipse his malignant narcissism and thinking beyond himself.

They might have had a better chance of evading the planned part of Pence's being so publicized if Trump did not have such a need to have his ego massaged and had to tweet and brag that it was his idea that Pence should walk out. In case you want to need to do more shopping... Not surprisingly, Trump wants to make Columbus great again, and in his official Columbus Day statement made sure their was no mention of the Native American population. Trump is also already using the Las Vegas shooting in trying to get campaign donations. You could not make him up of he did not exist.

From this excerpt this interview must be all kinds of horrible. Trump is at his most vile when interviewed by someone kissing his behind. Also, it would be nice if Puerto Rico still was still getting decent media coverage besides when Trump says something stupid and/or insulting.

I would like to think in some future, more idealistic time -- they will do it simply because it is the right thing to do. On a lighter, not at all scary note, he tweeted not very veiled threats of military action against NK again today - in a rather glib tone "Sorry, but only one thing will work!"

.@PressSec on birth control mandate: "[POTUS] believes that the freedom to practice one's faith is a fundamental right in this country." It is a fundamental right if it is the right kind of faith and then it also has the freedom to impose its views on others...which might not have been what they were going for in 1789.

She is just a straight up Demon.

Agree with this - but do not want to "like" it. I did see a comment from a Sandy Hook "truther" today -- I can't even....

This is not frightening at all. It is amazing how he just goes on unchecked by the GOP, Ryan will occasionally tsk tsk, but none of them want to risk their agenda even if it means he is leading us to numerous disasters. They place the corporate tax cuts and repealing of health care above the safety of their constituents. Possible nuclear war and possible collusion with a hostile foreign country seems to be a secondary concern to them if they get get their donors what they want.

I actually think it says a lot of Perkins that he had a stormy patch with the organization and did not let his ego get in the way and not only worked things out, but ended up being a big part of the team for a number of years afterwards. I did enjoy his interviews, since he was not quite as guarded and cliched as the typical athlete. It is too bad he could not have lasted a couple of more years and been a more active part of this season (and hopefully an even better next season). I thought it was interesting he said this is the closest team he has been on in 12 years - hopefully that will continue to next season as well.. One of the best memories of the Target Field All Star Game was Perk closing it out.

Are you saying SSO is Squeaky Fromme, and the attempt to assassinate Ford was to impress Gorg?

I heard the clip of him talking about the wounded 80 year old. He seemed very amused when he was telling the story. I think it is part of some old Howard Stearn interviews that have resurfaced. I wonder if those alleged Apprentice tapes will ever see the light of day.

He said it tasted like chicken (dinner)

Now he is tweeting about the AL election, who the person he endorsed went up by a lot after the endorsement. Fake news is not reporting that. He cannot let anything go, now matter how small it is. Not that I feel sorry for him, but despite his power and his supposed fortune, he seems like he is pretty miserable all of the time. He is always unhappy about something, and you never ever see him look truly happy. I don't think he gets enjoyment out of anything, except for maybe crushing someone who he perceives slighted him or at one of his ego rallies, and even that I think is a fleeting, empty moment.

unbelievable.

This is a real quote from his speech today. I thought that cannot be possible - even for him, and then heard the actual sound clip word for word. Pres. Trump on Puerto Rico disaster response: "This is an island, surrounded by water, big water, ocean water." He then went on to talk about the bad infrastructure and the existing debt and how they will need to figure out funding. “The government of Puerto Rico will have to work with us to determine how” rebuilding efforts will be funded and organized" He did mention he will make sure everyone is safe, but he sure seems to treat Puerto Rico differently than Texas and Florida. This wise poster's words of wisdom can probably not be said enough:

This really is a year where I would not be upset to see it go to about 4 of 5 players. This is not very objective, but in some ways I would like to see Dozier or Mauer get it because I think this will be their last chance. I think by next season one of the youngsters will kick it up another notch and clearly be the MVP.

Whether you should stand or not, it bothers me that Trump tries to come off so self-righteous in all of this. As if a number of things he have done have not been much more disrespectful to the country. Mocking a vet by saying real heroes don't get captured, recently physically mocking said vet (who now has terminal cancer) by imitating him not being able to lift up his arms (due to injuries as a POW); multiple medical deferments to avoid the draft while clearly physically active; criticizing a gold star family; not to mention CONSTANTLY lying to the American people about EVERYTHING. They way he stirs up his base feeding them what they want to hear reminds me of the Sinclair Lewis statement: "When fascism comes to America, it will be wrapped in the flag and carrying a cross." I do think people should stand for the anthem, but I do think it is more disrespectful to the country and the flag for the President to try to use/abuse his position of authority to threaten people not to protest and march lock step with what he wants. Esp. since he probably does not give a damn about the flag and is only doing this to throw red meat to his base (at least initially, now he is probably just doubling down because he was challenged/criticized, and he can never be wrong on anything or even consider another view).

It was interesting to hear him with Jack Morris earlier in the season, and have him react to someone who is not all puppies and unicorns when talking about the Twins. I cannot even remember what it was, but there was something Morris said that you could tell really bugged him, and he had a hard time letting it go.

I heard he actually had a malt - with real whip cream. He passed out before he could eat the cherry.

I think the answer is obvious of how they should celebrate is obvious: http://www.saintannparish.org/media/1/19/Chicken%20Dinner(1).jpg

A little bit lower than the magic number this time last year.

They should sign him now, he is going to be a lot more expensive in a couple of months when is the 2017 World Series MVP. [i agree with most - would wait to see if he stays on track next year and then try to come up with a two year deal].

He finally takes a break from the NFL to acknowledge Puerto Rico - and this is what he tweets... I cannot even comprehend what an evil creature he is.

That seems way too flashy for him.