Be proud to speak out against prejudice.
At the risk of losing readers, and because I am from Houston, (and have many friends and family there), under water and a serious tragedy, which the president used for his own self-aggrandisement, I wish to say that this anthro who calls himself a leader has no place in our United States of America. Has no place anywhere except among the most hateful of racists and white supremacists. His bigoted, ignorant, crass, crude, undisciplined, narcissistic, maniacal, megalomaniacal, chauvinistic take on the world that we live in is dangerous beyond our imaginings.
But bravi for the brave men and women who helped to safely thousands of inhabitants in Houston and other areas hit by the hurricane.
I said no politics in this blog. But if we do not speak out on occasion, we might be worse than those committing the crimes we rail against.
I do not know, cannot imagine, HOW this incredibly dangerous anthro is still maintaining the sham of President of the United States of America. United is not a word in his language. I do not understand why he has not been removed before now, but evidently there are others like him ruining our country who labor to keep him in an ovall office that used to be respectable and esteemed. No longer.
During Obama’s presidency, there were programs underway to repair the very ancient and decrepit road systems in Texas and other parts of the USA, taking into account environmental knowledge of what would function and what might suffer collapse or damage again, all of which were shot down by Congress. The roads, unrepaired for years, that collapsed or were flooded in Houston did not allow ambulances to reach hospitals and will cost in the billions to replace and caused unnecessary suffering for many.
Does kharma exist?
One day, we shall see.
I totally agree with everything you say Loulou but part of the problem is all the people who stay home and do not exercise their wonderful right to vote (that is, if it hasn’t been taken away from them through various nefarious means). And leaving without your family members or my god chaining them up to die is just unbearable. sorry I’m so late in commenting. Just love you Loulou!
Oh, thank you, Karen, and you’re not late and your comments are wonderful.
We’re sorry to hear that you have many friends and family in the area of Houston. We’re purring for all those who were hit by Harvey. Purrs
We purr for all those affected by this terrible storm and subsequent flooding. It’s going to take a long time for recovery, but we know the great people in Texas will do it.
Well, yes, especially orgs like Austin Pets Alive, a great organization for saving animals. But there are other Texans who have robbed and pillaged the poor towns in trouble. Terrible people.
I AGREE WHOLEHEARTEDLY with EVERYTHING that you said!! EVERYTHING!!!! I loathe Trump! And…I responded to your comment on my blog today, I think you misunderstood what I said about comments (and, I didn’t know you are originally from Houston!!!!!) Praying that your family is safe. Sending you much love always!!!
No, you were very clear and it’s good to visit others’ blogs and comment. But there are an awful lot of comments some days and I love answering comments because I don’t have hundreds, but some people do and I don’t know how they respond to each. Let’s email about this. All are safe.
“…in an ovall office that used to be respectable and esteemed…
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Surely, you refer to an era before Clinton and his little treats?
Most European leaders have had or have mistresses. Clinton was wrong to have a “treat” in the office, but we are such prudes about government leaders’ PRIVATE lives. Every great leader, even American ones, dilly-dallied in some way. Under Clinton, we had no debt, poverty at an all time low, jobs at an all time high and incredible progress for our country. It was Mr. Bush who upset it all.
You are right about looking at the facts about the progress made in the country with President Clinton and President Obama. They weren’t elected to be perfect angels. Nobody can be that. They were elected to move our country forward and improve our COUNTRY. Anybody who tries to put them down for any reasons should look at the total results they produced FOR THE USA and not worry about personal transgressions. They are human after all. I would worry if they were not human like the rest of us. Wouldn’t you?
Oh, thank you for your very articulate and inspiring comment. Yes, if they were NOT human, I would worry. It’s good to know that some realize that leading a government takes a whole lot more than just being a false figurehead that does nothing about the problems of our beloved country. Way more….
beyond all the things you mentioned about “that” anther, he has encouraged and enabled bullying and rightist power….God help us get through this–at least those who would take power beneath him aren’t crazy and out of control, just too conservative😢
And you know why humans bully—just like the cowardly lion, they need to have a good slap on the nose. Bullies are full of fear, which is why they intimidate others. Find someone who will say NO to his bullying and you’ve found an answer. Just don’t let him NEAR ME, LOULOU. Or Mya…
Well LouLou, we’re purrayin’ fur all those durin’ this tragedy. But, we of course totally disagree with your take on obama and Trump. We furinally out from under communism’s influence and will hopefully rebuild our country to it’s former greatness. Big hugs
Luv ya’
Dezi and Raena
I am glad to have all opinions. It’s what makes the world go round. Love Raena’s dress!
I daresay that the state of the roads and bridges could not have been brilliant when Obama left. I heard Trump say that he planned to renovate the infrastructure. Obviously, the hurricane was quicker and it is indeed a tragedy. I feel very much for all these people trapped in their homes and cars and also for the animals. Keeping them chained is utterly stupid and cruel.
Of course the state of the roads was not brilliant because for years the roads were bad, which is why Obama attempted to pass a restructuring program that would take into account WHY the roads flooded and build new roads on firmer ground, and the project did not pass congress, as many restructuring plans did not, a program that would have given JOBS to so many people.
WELL – Mama says she would NOT have left without me. No way. And the climate change deniers – ditching environmental protection laws and refusing to sign the Paris accord? Heck of a job Orangey. Oops – I’m orange too – but at least I don’t have access to the nuclear button!!
That doesn’t even begin to touch the hateful, divisive masses living on the fringe this administration has exposed and encouraged. Mama says she is hoping for a backlash and renaissance after the Trump catastrophe – if there’s anything left. But Rome survived Caligula and Nero, so hope springs eternal. Sort of.
Hey, those Romans look TAME compared to the antics of this one…and you are not really orange, Mya, you are…hmmm…more warm sepia with a touch of gold.
I can’t imagine leaving an animal chained up during a storm! I agree with you Loulou, that letting the animals try to fend on their own would have been better. I feel so sad for those who lost their lives. I worry for the many anipals and humans that are scared and homeless. If only there were kitty cats running the white house. Hugs.
The White House has pledged a trillion dollars in restructuring…haha. We shall see where THAT leads. It wouldn’t have had to be spent had the Obama restructure plan gone through.
I hope you didn’t think you lost me, I just haven’t had time to comment daily.
I would never think I lost you, Ellen, and one does NOT have to comment daily. Really!!! We aree have busy lives, especialliy kitties who cannot miss a snooze.
The most poignant picture I have seen was the one of the flooded Old Folks’ Home (to use a non-PC term) where the residents, some in wheelchairs, were sitting up to their waists in water. And one lady was calmly knitting something – a red sweater, maybe.
And the alert I got on Buzzfeed about animals left chained up or in houses to drown. And honestly, what could the owners have done ? “#SAD”
I think letting animals fend would have been better. Some swim, some survived, chained up seems horrifying to me.
Yes – with 7 indoor cats that is what I would have to do (and 4 outside cats and a beagle). With larger animals that’s about all you can do, unless you have time to trailer up horses and move them out. But the way the water came up, I just meant it doesn’t seem quite fair to blame people who were running – swimming – floundering – for their lives. God (or whatever power you believe in) help them all !
NO, NO, there is NO blame on the people trying to save their lives, but the animals could have had a chance to save theirs, too, by swimming or getting up on a piece of something. Heaven knows I know NOTHING about this terrible thing and what I would do, but I would want to try, at least to save myself. We kitties and other animal have strong survival senses and perhaps that would have helped. This disaster is very hard to imagine and because of weather increases in its force, it will have to be handled with very GOOD escape routes and drainage for areas that might flood and so much more. The government and the Texas government must work together for improvements. Time will tell, but hurricanes do not wait for approval of procedures and allocations.
I read one story where the dogs were chained up and barking to get loose as the waters rose and then the would-be rescuers heard silence as the tried to get there. No way would I leave an animal chained up or enclosed in any way. They would be going with me or at least given a chance at survival by letting them loose. So many animals got reunited with their owners if they survived Katrina. Why would you ever confine your pet like that? They are your fur kids. Would you lock your child away to escape a storm? I think not!
I know, it was terrible news. I couldn’t imagine my mama and papa doing that to me. They’d put me on their heads as they were swimming!