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TwilightZone

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104. You told people they were poisoning their own minds...

Wed Mar 27, 2019, 07:57 PM

Mar 2019

and are responsible for "the downfall of our way of life"...

and you think *others* are being mean?

Might want to look in the mirror.

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This message was self-deleted by its author [View all] DontBooVote Mar 2019 OP

And your sources are? lame54 Mar 2019 #1

Me. Myself. And I. Now what? DontBooVote Mar 2019 #2

How bout your check your own self instead of telling everybody else to. nt UniteFightBack Mar 2019 #23

Hardly the BBC... lame54 Mar 2019 #66

Hmm. If I read this OP, then I support this OP and contribute to the mind fuck that this OP is. TheBlackAdder Mar 2019 #43

This message was self-deleted by its author DontBooVote Mar 2019 #105

Your opinion is duly noted... Wounded Bear Mar 2019 #3

If you support cable news, you are part of the problem. Do you support cable news? DontBooVote Mar 2019 #4

I watch who I choose to... Wounded Bear Mar 2019 #6

If you watch cable news, then you are helping them to catapult the propaganda. Are you DontBooVote Mar 2019 #8

As I said, your opinion is noted...nt Wounded Bear Mar 2019 #13

I detect derision in your response based on my low post count. Are you proud that you contribute DontBooVote Mar 2019 #14

You noticed... Wounded Bear Mar 2019 #30

You're clearly conflating all cable news networks... Dennis Donovan Mar 2019 #5

Only 1/8 of all MSNBC programming is worth even a tiny bit of serious consideration. The rest is DontBooVote Mar 2019 #9

I agree with that statement, watoos Mar 2019 #47

Ed Shultz? Really? The same guy who was on Russia TV redstateblues Mar 2019 #99

Sorry but I strongly disagree chillfactor Mar 2019 #7

7/8 of the programming on MNSBC is mind-fuck propaganda. They are 7/8 guilty. DontBooVote Mar 2019 #10

I've been doing that since the early 2000s manor321 Mar 2019 #11

Oh look you and rump both agree that CNN is a dumpster fire. nt UniteFightBack Mar 2019 #17

Some say obnoxiousdrunk Mar 2019 #12

uh... no. defacto7 Mar 2019 #61

In best Boris from Bullwinkle show Separation Mar 2019 #122

What happened to the pit bull thread? ismnotwasm Mar 2019 #15

I don't know. I don't think I participated in that thread. I know I was going to say that they seem DontBooVote Mar 2019 #18

There was a pit bull thread? jberryhill Mar 2019 #27

IKR! I ❤ Pittbull! DontBooVote Mar 2019 #36

Mr. Worldwide! jberryhill Mar 2019 #80

Yup ismnotwasm Mar 2019 #62

We haven't done circumcision in a while. jberryhill Mar 2019 #79

Or Hooters A HERETIC I AM Mar 2019 #84

Or breast feeding in public ismnotwasm Mar 2019 #131

Please stop repeating right wing talking points. nt UniteFightBack Mar 2019 #16

Cable news is a mind-fuck. That's not a right-wing talking point, it's a fact. But, ... DontBooVote Mar 2019 #21

Ok but I'm not the one carrying on like my mind is fucked....good day to you. nt UniteFightBack Mar 2019 #26

I didn't say you were. I said cable news is a mind-fuck and if you watch them, you support their DontBooVote Mar 2019 #33

Yes I do. I support ALL MEDIA....especially in this current climate. Not sure what people aren't UniteFightBack Mar 2019 #35

Perhaps you should go back and read where I said "cable news". I didn't include ALL MEDIA. But, DontBooVote Mar 2019 #37

Maybe you should go back to where I said. YES I DO...meaning cable news...then I went on to say I UniteFightBack Mar 2019 #38

Cable news actively manipulates its audience. Do you deny this? DontBooVote Mar 2019 #41

I'm doing just fine thanks....and I'm done here. See you around no doubt! nt UniteFightBack Mar 2019 #46

Okie-dokie, then, see you 'round. DontBooVote Mar 2019 #49

What media doesnt? Eko Mar 2019 #136

I'm with you 7/8 of the way, watoos Mar 2019 #59

And yet when I post about it, I'm all of a sudden a right-wingers whose comment is "duly noted"... DontBooVote Mar 2019 #63

I'm 71 years old, watoos Mar 2019 #82

You may have spotted the problem Hekate Mar 2019 #28

Cable news is the problem. If you watch them, you support them. DontBooVote Mar 2019 #31

Enemies of the people, eh? Hekate Mar 2019 #32

Do you support cable news, which lies to us and manipulates us every day? Do you contribute DontBooVote Mar 2019 #34

I don't support anonymous posters who make broad brush smears with zero attempt to distinguish... Hekate Mar 2019 #40

I see thread after sub-thread saying the same thing yet, curiously, I've somehow committed a crime DontBooVote Mar 2019 #44

BTW, I'll put my Democratic/Liberal bonefides up against yours any tine you're ready. Bring it. DontBooVote Mar 2019 #39

Oh, please Hekate Mar 2019 #42

Let's get started. DontBooVote Mar 2019 #45

Whatever for? Hekate Mar 2019 #48

Because you've made an accusation against me. Why are you now atempting to dismiss it? DontBooVote Mar 2019 #53

Waste of time. I'm taking your advice about not supporting mind-fucks. Hekate Mar 2019 #68

Oh, so I've been juried for stating a known fact about cable news that is repeated by others here on DontBooVote Mar 2019 #72

Uh, no. That was in case someone took exception to my own post. I'm leaving it to others ... Hekate Mar 2019 #77

It not that you're doing it, it's how you're doing it. defacto7 Mar 2019 #86

And good people are punished for desperately trying to protect fellow Democrats and our KIDS! DontBooVote Mar 2019 #89

Unfortunately there's no crystal ball to know who's who. defacto7 Mar 2019 #118

I feel desperate and hopeless. I feel like our coutry is being taken away from us. I fear for my DontBooVote Mar 2019 #120

No not ruined or you'd be off here already. defacto7 Mar 2019 #124

Thank you for your calming words of support and caring, defacto7. I hope you're not accused of Ping- DontBooVote Mar 2019 #126

I'm not worried about accusations. defacto7 Mar 2019 #134

Donald Trump, is that you? 50 Shades Of Blue Mar 2019 #19

Nope, life-long Democrat, current PC, and hard-core liberal. DontBooVote Mar 2019 #25

Current PC? .99center Mar 2019 #50

That's right. I am currently a Democratic Precinct Chair. Problem with that? DontBooVote Mar 2019 #57

Calm down. .99center Mar 2019 #69

No need to calm down. With the same complaint as my OP stated here daily, I am not wrong. So, DontBooVote Mar 2019 #78

Duly noted. 50 Shades Of Blue Mar 2019 #55

Cable news, same thing everyday Raine Mar 2019 #20

Don't watch all day, then Hekate Mar 2019 #24

I don't I quit Raine Mar 2019 #51

The most intelligent tv journalist working today is Rachel Maddow, an MSNBC host. The best guests... Hekate Mar 2019 #22

Another derisive comment (you were doing well 'til then), duly noted. DontBooVote Mar 2019 #29

Lol! demmiblue Mar 2019 #52

Do you disagree that cable news manipulates its viewers? Do you deny that, by watching, one DontBooVote Mar 2019 #56

I don't inhale, watoos Mar 2019 #71

I would never, ever miss Rachel. dewsgirl Mar 2019 #54

I've said 1/8 of MSNBC is watchable. The rest is crap. DontBooVote Mar 2019 #67

Hey, I absolutely agree. Every station change is a ratings notch. defacto7 Mar 2019 #58

now what is this? the initial argument devolves Kurt V. Mar 2019 #60

After November 2016 I personally cut back majoron watching cable news kimbutgar Mar 2019 #64

Is this whataboutism ? stonecutter357 Mar 2019 #65

What does that say, Anaya? TheBlackAdder Mar 2019 #81

I have two eyes and a critical mind, which is one eye & a mind more than my TV has... VOX Mar 2019 #70

How does watching cable news enable the downfall of our entire way of life? Demit Mar 2019 #73

Nope. I've been informed that I'be been juried for stating a known fact about cable news that DontBooVote Mar 2019 #76

You think we need LESS press? Where have I heard that before? Squinch Mar 2019 #74

+1000 dewsgirl Mar 2019 #75

What exactly are you insinuating? DontBooVote Mar 2019 #85

Here we go again, yet another baseless accusation of being tRump/right-wing. I. GIVE. UP! DontBooVote Mar 2019 #83

Familiar, no? cwydro Mar 2019 #90

What is familiar about it? And what's "interesting"? What are you insinuating here? DontBooVote Mar 2019 #92

I was responding to another poster. cwydro Mar 2019 #95

And now I'm addressing you. So, please, answer my question: What are you insinuating? DontBooVote Mar 2019 #97

Nah, getting ready to tune in Anderson Cooper... cwydro Mar 2019 #102

The poster's decision to ignore my question is "duly noted", as well as "interesting". DontBooVote Mar 2019 #103

Clearly the poster is upset today. Seems he feels the news is whats pushing it. Chin music Mar 2019 #87

I AM TERRIFIED FOR MY KIDS/GRANDS! You're damn right I'm upset. I'm doing my part by not DontBooVote Mar 2019 #88

They sure do Boo. Chin music Mar 2019 #91

I cry every fucking day from fear. I can't take it that good people (here on DU) continue to support DontBooVote Mar 2019 #96

We got you. Just watch what you say a little is all.... Chin music Mar 2019 #100

There sure are some mean, cruel people here. Thanks for caring, Chin music. When I do hug the kids I DontBooVote Mar 2019 #101

You told people they were poisoning their own minds... TwilightZone Mar 2019 #104

It's an act. demmiblue Mar 2019 #107

What do you mean? In what way is this "an act"? DontBooVote Mar 2019 #110

The mans upset. He went a little too far on the descriptors, but, we are called on to be Chin music Mar 2019 #109

Nah, he picked a fight, then complained about it when people responded in kind. TwilightZone Mar 2019 #113

What is the intent? DontBooVote Mar 2019 #115

His ping pong partner is obvious, as well n/t demmiblue Mar 2019 #116

Oh yea, here we go. Just come out with your accusation. Spell it out clearly. DontBooVote Mar 2019 #119

While I agree that Cable Noise is Sherman A1 Mar 2019 #93

... OilemFirchen Mar 2019 #94

Lol! I love that skit! Perfect and spot on. Tipperary Mar 2019 #125

No you don't. OilemFirchen Mar 2019 #127

... Tipperary Mar 2019 #132

I'm glad my fear for my kids/grands is so funny to you. Thanks a lot. DontBooVote Mar 2019 #129

I don't think what you just said is correct. n/t Captain Stern Mar 2019 #98

I have not had CNN/MSNBC on since election night of 2016 nini Mar 2019 #106

I've been accused of being a right-winger and a dtRump doppleganger, FFS! I though I DontBooVote Mar 2019 #108

You are, We are here. Nobody flagged you bc your still posting. Try to lighten up my friend. Turn of Chin music Mar 2019 #111

You are the only one defending me against heartless posters. But my shit is just an act, don't DontBooVote Mar 2019 #112

No problem. You had me there. Chin music Mar 2019 #114

I would assume it's more the way you said this nini Mar 2019 #117

The downright cruelty and suspicion and accusations and lack of understanding though is DontBooVote Mar 2019 #121

Dude, you started a thread lecturing everyone about what they should or should not watch. Tipperary Mar 2019 #130

I didn't lecture anyone. I stated a hard fact. "Check youself" is a colloquilism I admin may have DontBooVote Mar 2019 #133

Well, I did not do that. However, it really is not that unusual, seen it before. Tipperary Mar 2019 #135

I like to get news as quickly as possible, from as many sources as possible, and I trust myself to highplainsdem Mar 2019 #123

I stopped watching long ago. But I see their bullshit here on DU every single day. And I see the DontBooVote Mar 2019 #128

Deleting OP 'cause I'm out... Original post herein... DontBooVote Mar 2019 #137