Trump's speech to Congress

[Newman]

Tonight at 9. Meanwhile the stage is being set:

Democrats Prepare to Troll President Trump During Major Speech to Congress

Trump is inviting widows of cops killed by illegal immigrants. It reminds me of when he brought victims of Bill Clinton's sexual assaults to a debate.

In House Floor Remarks, Dem. Rep. Eliot Engel Says: I Refuse to Shake Trump’s Hand

I'm sure he'll be applauding instead.

Senior House Democrat plans to skip Trump's speech to Congress

That's Maxine Scum Bag Waters, for starters. She'll be missed. Meanwhile,

Democrats urged to be 'respectful' during Trump address

We'll see. There may be a few Joe Wilson Democrats.

Meanwhile, this memoir sets a marker for media coverage:

FLASHBACK: Media Gushed Over Obama’s First Address to Congress

It should be fun. We might even get to hear the president.

[Newman]

I'm trying to think of a drinking game that won't leave me with alcohol poisoning five minutes in (take a shot every time Trump says something Democrats think will end civilization as we know it), or teetotaler to the end (take a shot when Kieth Ellison applauds). Maybe take a drink every time John McCain applauds. Better ideas invited....

[Newman]

Politico:

What will President Trump say?

The White House circulated 11 talking points about the president’s speech the day before his speech, saying President Trump “will lay out an optimistic vision for the country that crosses the traditional lines of party, race and socioeconomic status.” The highlights promised a focus on national security, tax and regulatory reform, “saving American families from the disaster of Obamacare” and education. President Trump also previewed his speech in an interview with Breitbart News, the alt-right website that was previously helmed by Steve Bannon, one of his top aides. Trump promised to talk about the border and strike an “uptone,” despite “the fact that I inherited a mess.”

Senior officials also gave a background briefing to reporters on the eve of the speech to trumpet core themes — despite the White House’s recent attacks on anonymous sources. The officials said the speech’s theme will be a “renewal of the American spirit” and focus on economic opportunity and protecting Americans. The officials say that much of the speech is based off listening sessions the president has held. They said the same team that worked with President Trump on his inaugural address is also working on this address.

The officials also said that Trump will present a list of his campaign promises — and highlight the ones that he has kept so far. Regardless of how voters feel about Trump’s promises, a majority of Americans believe that Trump is following through with his campaign message, and nearly two-thirds say Trump has accomplished what they expected of him in a new POLITICO/Morning Consult poll.

His party is hoping that Donald Trump will have a strong speech that can provide them with some much needed release from the pressure and infighting the GOP has faced since he took office. “He’s got a bully pulpit, not only with the country, but with members of Congress,” Sen. John Thune of South Dakota, told POLITICO. “If you want to start getting a convergence of thought and direction up here, the president can do a lot to make that happen.”

Who is giving the Democratic rebuttal to Trump’s speech?

The party who doesn’t hold the White House historically gives a rebuttal speech immediately following the president’s joint addresses to Congress. During former President Obama’s tenure, Republicans like Sens. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and then-Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels gave their party’s response.

This year, the Democrats gave the nod to two people — former Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear will give a response in English, and Astrid Silva, a “Dreamer” and immigration activist, will give a response in Spanish.

Of course.

[Norm dePlume]

One consistent theme I've seen from this administration is their emphasis on delegitimizing any source of opposition. They attack and belittle the press, the judiciary, the so-called deep state, pollsters, etc. He's gotten very little in the way of push-back from Congress so far, with a few exceptions. So I suspect he will use tonight as a chance to butter up the congressmen who've gotten on board, like Paul Ryan, and to marginalize those few who've dared to criticize, like John McCain and Lindsey Graham.

[Norm dePlume]

I'm trying to think of a drinking game that won't leave me with alcohol poisoning five minutes in (take a shot every time Trump says something Democrats think will end civilization as we know it), or teetotaler to the end (take a shot when Kieth Ellison applauds). Maybe take a drink every time John McCain applauds. Better ideas invited....

"Bad dudes" - take a shot
"Bad hombres" - two shots
"Believe me" or "I'll tell you" - take a sip
"Disaster" or "the worst" or "beautiful" or "incredible" or "fantastic" - take a sniff
Any absolute claim of most or best or largest or worst or smartest or dumbest EVER - stick a finger down your throat and purge your last several shots.

[Frostbit]

I'm trying to think of a drinking game that won't leave me with alcohol poisoning five minutes in (take a shot every time Trump says something Democrats think will end civilization as we know it), or teetotaler to the end (take a shot when Kieth Ellison applauds). Maybe take a drink every time John McCain applauds. Better ideas invited....

I suggest a shot for every "believe me".

[Lady Marva]

Radio said Dems are bringing illegals with them.

[80zephyr]

I tried the drinking game when Obama was president. When I heard him use the word "I", it was time for a drink.

I needed detox...

Mark

[Newman]

"Bad dudes" - take a shot
"Bad hombres" - two shots
"Believe me" or "I'll tell you" - take a sip
"Disaster" or "the worst" or "beautiful" or "incredible" or "fantastic" - take a sniff

Good list.


The last time I really was in a drinking game with a group of people it was for a Star Trek movie. My cue was whenever Kirk was holding on to some ledge by his fingers.

Anyway, I have a somewhat modest liquor cabinet, which includes one unopened bottle of good bourbon I wouldn't waste on a drinking game.

Lessee... plus 12 bottles in the wine cooler. I should be able to handle it.

Any absolute claim of most or best or largest or worst or smartest or dumbest EVER - stick a finger down your throat and purge your last several shots.

I'll save that for the Democratic rebuttal.

For that portion of the evening's entertainment, I think you should down a shot every time you hear the word "together" (or "juntos" of course).

[Newman]

Radio said Dems are bringing illegals with them.

I read they were dragging in some "Dreamers," who are technically illegal, but no straight out, in-your-face, "undocumented Democrats."

[Michele]

Tonight at 9. Meanwhile the stage is being set:

Democrats Prepare to Troll President Trump During Major Speech to Congress

Trump is inviting widows of cops killed by illegal immigrants. It reminds me of when he brought victims of Bill Clinton's sexual assaults to a debate.

In House Floor Remarks, Dem. Rep. Eliot Engel Says: I Refuse to Shake Trump’s Hand

I'm sure he'll be applauding instead.

Senior House Democrat plans to skip Trump's speech to Congress

That's Maxine Scum Bag Waters, for starters. She'll be missed. Meanwhile,

Democrats urged to be 'respectful' during Trump address

We'll see. There may be a few Joe Wilson Democrats.

Meanwhile, this memoir sets a marker for media coverage:

FLASHBACK: Media Gushed Over Obama’s First Address to Congress

It should be fun. We might even get to hear the president.

I can't imagine who votes for that loon.

I always wonder if Shirley Jackson Lee will get her handshake.

[Adam]

Beyond any doubt, the best speech he's ever given. Even Chuck Todd and Andrea Mitchell immediately agreed that he knocked it out of the park. You could tell as a casual viewer because Democrats ran from the place like it was on fire as soon as he was done.

[Billy Jingo]

Beyond any doubt, the best speech he's ever given. Even Chuck Todd and Andrea Mitchell immediately agreed that he knocked it out of the park. You could tell as a casual viewer because Democrats ran from the place like it was on fire as soon as he was done.

I did not watch it but I take Adam's characterization of the speech as a good indication that it was a disaster.

He's turned into a homer.

[Billy Jingo]

For the record, I have "access" to Helen Mirren.

[phillygirl]

I did not watch it but I take Adam's characterization of the speech as a good indication that it was a disaster.

He's turned into a homer.

I have no idea what posted.