Tim Walz was so good at Grand Rapids yesterday

that the overflow crowd went nuts when he greeted them afterwards.

https://x.com/marimanoogian/status/1834382319102091465?s=46&t=UDtLaS-w7g67AF4Q2Xb1mg

He made great use of the debate in his speech; VP Harris could not have chosen a more effective advocate. Even for him, his passion level was off the charts. The whole speech, which includes a typically fiery, humorous and genuinely affectionate intro from Gov. Whitmer, is here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/Dfjnft2G12s?si=AJMrDnrAcS0KiaCR

September 13, 2024

VP Harris's debate faces by the numbers

https://x.com/doggintrump/status/1834049818580422765?s=61&t=EcvWMxA1syxTf8zqNwq-IA

As a teacher, let me help you out with these faces:

1. That's right fool, dig that hole
2. Seriously?
3. WTF?
4. There's ridiculous & then there's whatever nonsense that is
5. No, seriously, what the fuck is wrong with you?
6. Say what?
7. Damn, you are stupid
8. I will end you
9. Bitch, please
10. Just STFU already

September 12, 2024

An NYT commenter: For the "we need to know more about her policies" crowd

This is not a contest between Harris and Trump as much as it’s a national referendum on who the American people are.

Do we care about the rule of law?

Do we care about division?

Do we care about bigotry?

Do we care about the environment?

Do we care if a candidate is a felon?

Do we tolerate being constantly gaslighted and lied to?

Do we care about the social fabric?

Do we care about others?

Do we understand that diversity is a benefit?

Do we care about personal autonomy?

Do we want this nation to be a right-wing Christian autocracy?

Do we understand what’s at stake in November?

I am so sad that these questions remain unresolved.

With thanks to “Avatar” from NY, whoever you are.

September 11, 2024