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Posts Made By: Rod Kaufman

July 11, 2025 12:29 AM Forum: Politics

Trump Admin: "No Epstein Client List" Dershowitz: "I know The Names"

Posted By Rod Kaufman

"The White House has maintained that there is no “client list,”

“I know the names of the individuals. I know why they’re being suppressed. I know who’s suppressing them,” Dershowitz said"

"Dershowitz said the list is being withheld in an effort to “protect” those involved with Epstein’s crimes."

“I know the names of people whose files are being suppressed in order to protect them, and that’s wrong,”


https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5395597-dershowitz-says-he-knows-epstein-client-list-names-but-im-bound-by-confidentiality/

Hmm, Whom to believe, the Trump folk or Richie's favorite Jew?

July 11, 2025 09:10 PM Forum: Politics

Surprise, Surprise: Trump's Tariffs Fail To Produce US Manufacturing!

Posted By Rod Kaufman

Originally Posted by Rod Kaufman
"Trump’s shock-and-awe tariffs haven’t fueled a manufacturing jobs boom"

"While it will take time for the full impact to play out, the early results suggest that not only have tariffs failed to inspire a hiring boom, but the chaotic policy rollout is paralyzing businesses."

"Economists and trade researchers say the haphazard nature of the trade war is compounding the longer-term pressure on US manufacturing."

"Even as Trump spiked tariffs to levels unseen in nearly a century, the manufacturing sector lost a combined 14,000 net jobs in May and June, according to federal data. Manufacturing employment is little changed overall since Trump took office in January."


"Factory hiring plunged in May, below even the Covid-19 pandemic pace, to the weakest rate since 2016 under President Barack Obama, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Manufacturing job openings — a sign of what’s to come — have plunged by nearly 100,000 since Trump took office"

https://www.cnn.com/2025/07/11/business/jobs-trump-tariffs-manufacturing
"Do you think Richie will read about this on his "reputable" news sources like Faux, Breitbart or the Town Hall Tip Sheet?...."

Oops, I forgot to add The Gateway Pundit, Alex Jones and Laura Loomer. Sorry...

July 12, 2025 12:54 AM Forum: Politics

Surprise, Surprise: Trump's Tariffs Fail To Produce US Manufacturing!

Posted By Rod Kaufman

Originally Posted by Richard Davis




Being the uninformed and just plain fool of a communist that you are, it doesn't surprise me that you are so ignorant about business.

That's pretty much a given since you've never created a business in your life, but are pretty much a follower of others who do.   

Not to insult any doctors out there, such as osteopaths who DO go to medical school, but when you speak it makes everyone a slight bit dumber.  

I had a wishful thought also, that MAYBE one of those 3 brain cells that you have in that mostly vacuous head, would bump into another and you would exhibit a tiny spark of intellect, but alas that appears not to be the case.

As I said, I suppose that was wishful thinking on my part.  smile
 
I would ask if you get this question often from those around You:  "Hey, did someone drop you on your head when you were small, your parents perhaps"?  

However, knowing human nature, I'd guess that you hear that on an almost daily basis.

Now I realize that you're not bright enough to do anything aside from regurgitate what some other moron tells you to think, so I'll try to educate you.

The idea of the tariffs is to bring money into this gov't which to date is about $200 Billion so far.

In fact, Austin Goolsby, the head economist in the Obama administration, recently stated that he and others on the left were wrong, and that the tariffs were in fact working.  

He stated that it appeared that Trump was smarter than the rest of them.

He also stated the fact (which other leftist media pundits and communists like yourself have lied about) saying that cost sharing occurs with respect to tariffs, and that not only do importers pay, but Exporters themselved pick up the tab for the tariffs, so that cost increases aren't passed off exclusively to the final consumer, a fact that communists like yourself don't seem to understand.

Hopefully, your confusion is cleared up now about the tariffs, but that's VERY wishful thinking on my part since you really are as dumb as a doorknob.  smile  

Now then, Donald Trump instituted the 1st round of the tariffs on April 2, 2025.  

Therefore I will do the math for You and inform you that is right around 14 weeks since they went into place.

New businesses don't just GEAR UP and become operational in hours, specifically not manufacturing.

I realize that this is something you have not yet considered because...... well, you're too damned stupid to figure that one out.

If a group of entrepreneurs get together, there is planning involved, money (capital) needs to be secured and equipment needs to be purchased. 

For example, say a new start up company decides to produce computer chips to compete with China or Taiwan, it doesn't happen overnight. 

Clean rooms have to be built, machinery has to be put in place, and ICs aren't going to start flying out the doors for perhaps a year, maybe more.

Now I just look at the source of the ignorance that you spout and I have to give you a bit of leeway, but your stupidity in figuring this all out is more than any reasonable person would even want to listeh to.   

Having said all that, all I can suggest is that you might think through your most ignorant assertions before inserting your foot into your fat mouth.    smile
"In fact, Austin Goolsby, the head economist in the Obama administration, recently stated that he and others on the left were wrong, and that the tariffs were in fact working. "

IN FACT:

 "The Des Moines Register reports that Goolsbee previously characterized tariffs as a "giant tax on American consumers" and harmful to the US economy. He has also cautioned against overestimating the potential benefits of tariffs in the long run."

"Therefore, it's more accurate to say that Goolsbee has acknowledged the current situation regarding tariffs is not as dire as some expected but remains cautious and concerned about their potential for negative consequences and the ongoing uncertainty they create, especially regarding their potential impact on inflation and the stability of the economy."

And that was even before the now-realized negative effects on manufacturing. Thus, as usual, the Trump "JD" Putin-commie team fanboy doesn't have a clue...

July 12, 2025 07:56 PM Forum: Politics

Surprise, Surprise: Trump's Tariffs Fail To Produce US Manufacturing!

Posted By Rod Kaufman

Originally Posted by Richard Davis



The operative word being "Previously".  

You need a good dictionary or you just need the ability to comprehend what you read.  

How many manufacturing businesses have you started?  I'll guess ZERO.

What is the average time that it takes to get a start up manufacturing company to be operating?

What is the average time that it would take for the economy to begin seeing the rewards of start up companies in manufacturing being able to register a profit and paying taxes that will help the economy?  1 Year, 2 years, 5 years?

How long did it take Amazon.com to become profitable?  8 years? 10 years?  

Exactly how ignorant are you?  

Oh wait, no need to answer that, you've proven and exposed your abject ignorance for years here.  smile
From the initial post for the benefit of a reading comprehension challenged individual:   "the chaotic policy rollout is paralyzing businesses."
Guess it's gonna be a long time in coming, huh, Rich?

July 11, 2025 03:11 PM Forum: Politics

Surprise, Surprise: Trump's Tariffs Fail To Produce US Manufacturing!

Posted By Rod Kaufman

"Trump’s shock-and-awe tariffs haven’t fueled a manufacturing jobs boom"

"While it will take time for the full impact to play out, the early results suggest that not only have tariffs failed to inspire a hiring boom, but the chaotic policy rollout is paralyzing businesses."

"Economists and trade researchers say the haphazard nature of the trade war is compounding the longer-term pressure on US manufacturing."

"Even as Trump spiked tariffs to levels unseen in nearly a century, the manufacturing sector lost a combined 14,000 net jobs in May and June, according to federal data. Manufacturing employment is little changed overall since Trump took office in January."


"Factory hiring plunged in May, below even the Covid-19 pandemic pace, to the weakest rate since 2016 under President Barack Obama, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Manufacturing job openings — a sign of what’s to come — have plunged by nearly 100,000 since Trump took office"

https://www.cnn.com/2025/07/11/business/jobs-trump-tariffs-manufacturing

July 14, 2025 02:23 AM Forum: Politics

USA heading down a grim road....

Posted By Rod Kaufman

Originally Posted by Richard Davis


Yes, Oh yes we are definitely heading towards a police state by deporting criminal illegal alien rapists, murderers, child molesters, MS13 gang members, child traffickers, Tren de Aragua Gang members, illegal aliens who are on Medicaid which deprives deserving and needy Americans from getting it.

Personally, I'm terrified!   Thanks for the warning though, that other nations are watching.

Because you say others are watching is that supposed to mean something??  

Why would patriotic Americans be concerned that other nations are watching?

So what.   smile
"Yes, Oh yes we are definitely heading towards a police state by deporting criminal illegal alien rapists, murderers, child molesters, MS13 gang members, child traffickers, Tren de Aragua Gang members, illegal aliens who are on Medicaid which deprives deserving and needy Americans from getting it."

The vast majority of those who are being deported to meet Stephen Miller's daily quota are not any of the above. The vast majority of those are strawberry pickers who pick strawberries, taco vendors who make tacos, day laborers/construction workers at Home Depot parking lots that do construction, car wash workers at car washes who wash cars, etc...

July 14, 2025 05:15 AM Forum: Politics

USA heading down a grim road....

Posted By Rod Kaufman

Originally Posted by Richard Davis



Oh my God!!!  You won't get your tacos from the trucks in your neighborhood?

What a tragedy!!   I guess you won't get that cheap lawn care either?   What a bummer that you'll have to get off your lazy ass and mow it yourself.  

Another tragedy.  

The really good part is that we won't have to spend the Hundreds of Billions any longer that it costs the taxpayers to support these people.


"In 2022 America’s 10.9 million undocumented immigrants paid $96.7 billion in taxes."

"That included $19.5 billion in federal income taxes and $32.3 billion in federal payroll taxes.
On a state and local level, undocumented immigrants contribute $37.3 billion in taxes, and in 40 of 50 states, they pay a higher effective state/local tax rate than the top 1% of households. The top 1% of highest-income households paid an average effective state/local tax of 7.2% in 2023, while the average undocumented immigrant paid a 10.1% effective tax rate to state/local governments. "
That included $19.5 billion in federal income taxes and $32.3 billion in federal payroll taxes.
On a state and local level, undocumented immigrants contribute $37.3 billion in taxes, and in 40 of 50 states, they pay a higher effective state/local tax rate than the top 1% of households. The top 1% of highest-income households paid an average effective state/local tax of 7.2% in 2023, while the average undocumented immigrant paid a 10.1% effective tax rate to state/local governments."


"Undocumented Immigrants paid an effective federal income tax rate of 5.27% in 2022, which was higher than some of the wealthiest Americans and mega corporations."

https://americansfortaxfairness.org/undocumented-immigrants-contribute-economy/

"Washington DC, February 25, 2025 — New data analysis by the American Immigration Council shows how immigrants are contributing billions of dollars to the U.S. economy, even as the Trump administration and Congress are pushing for a budget that includes unprecedented funding for mass detention and deportation. "

https://www.americanimmigrationcouncil.org/press-release/immigrants-keep-economy-strong-as-congress-debates-mass-deportation/

July 14, 2025 07:02 PM Forum: Politics

USA heading down a grim road....

Posted By Rod Kaufman

"In the United States, undocumented immigrants are largely ineligible for federal healthcare programs like Medicaid and Medicare, as well as most federal health benefits, aside from emergency care."

"Here's a breakdown of the key points regarding federal spending on healthcare for undocumented immigrants:"

"Emergency Medicaid: This is a significant area of spending. While undocumented immigrants are generally barred from most federal benefits by the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Act of 1996 (PRWORA), Medicaid is required to cover emergency medical conditions for individuals who would otherwise qualify for the program, regardless of their immigration status."

"Cost of Emergency Medicaid: Estimates of the cost of Emergency Medicaid for noncitizen immigrants vary. A CBO report estimated that spending on emergency services for "illegal aliens" cost taxpayers over $16.2 billion under the previous administration, according to the House Committee on the Budget. However, the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) notes that Emergency Medicaid spending represents less than 1% of overall Medicaid spending, totaling $3.8 billion in FY 2023."


https://www.kff.org/racial-equity-and-health-policy/issue-brief/5-key-facts-about-immigrants-and-medicaid/#:~:text=1.,this%20five%2Dyear%20waiting%20period.

July 18, 2025 03:33 AM Forum: Politics

USA heading down a grim road....

Posted By Rod Kaufman

Originally Posted by Richard Davis

It isn't that I have deaf ears whatsoever.  I've read your accusations and once again your accusations are totally and completely asinine and absurd as well as being completely false.

You say "You moved the goalposts".  No, not at all, I didn't move any goalposts because none were established.

IF they were, show me the posting where David established some goalposts, because he's the only one who matters in establishing any goalposts. 

Certainly YOU are not the arbiter of what is permissible to talk about and YOU don't set the goalposts in another person's thread. 

But this is the little leftist game that you play on a consistent basis here on this forum.  

This is YOUR game in a nutshell.  

1.  You don't like the facts, so then you don't want to talk about the facts.

2.  You then ignore the facts that are put to you because you have no answer to the facts that are presented in your face, which YOU are impotent to refute.

3.  You then cry foul and accuse me of somehow moving goalposts which were never established in the first place.

4.  You then whine that I'm NOT "self-aware", which is laugh out funny at this point James.

If you want to sound credible, then get a new act.  You've been on the same groove on the broken record of your horseshit for some time now.  

Its time for you to get a new script James.  smile
You forgetting that you do the above is like Trump forgetting today that he appointed Jerome Powell in the Rose room of the white house...

July 25, 2025 04:14 PM Forum: Politics

USA heading down a grim road....

Posted By Rod Kaufman

Originally Posted by James Brown

James, I was just going to post something along these lines.  There is a huge semantic problem though.  Some factions of the left use "systemic racism" far more broadly than your definition above.  In their opinion, the US is a racist country at the core, probably irredeemably, and something to be ashamed of.  Of course, these same folks literally despise Trump voters and actively belittle and hate them.  For these folks it is indeed about blaming white people.  I saw a lot of this on line after the election.  I still do.  

So, given that Richard is a Trump supporter, I can appreciate that he might view phrases like "systemic racism" as code from the left reflecting a world view where there are (A) good and caring liberals on one side and (B) irredeemably racist, Trump-supporting scum on the other.   

I absolutely know that you do not see the world this way, but I personally know quite a few liberals who do.   Of course they think they are justified because hard core MAGA types quite possibly hate them too.  It is pointless to try to identify the root cause of our political divides becoming so emotionally charges and hate filled.   They have though.  It is tragic.  Thus, I can see why Richard would get his dander up based upon his likely interpretation of the word "systemic racism" which surely differs from yours.
Another "legal" consideration here is being overlooked. That being "racial gerrymandering" wherein black voters have been denied representatives of their choice:

"...the 2023 Supreme Court decision that claimed Alabama’s redistricting was not “simply a partisan gerrymander” by Republicans but actually a “racial gerrymander,” and those district lines were subject to revision."

"Though Black Alabamians accounted for around 30% of the state at the time, they could only elect one of their preferred candidates in the state’s seven districts, according to the Brennan Center for Justice. When the Republican-controlled legislature failed to create a second district in which the Black population had a fair shot, a federal court created one, which eventually led to the state’s election of Democratic Rep. Shomari Figures."

https://time.com/7304038/gerrymandering-partisan-racial-redistricting-trump-texas-republicans/