• FauxLiving@lemmy.world
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    4 days ago

    They’re really playing with fire here.

    So many MAGA supporters are seniors who are entirely dependent on OASDI. If Trump’s minions break this, we’re going to see torches and pitchforks strapped to electric scooters and golf carts coming out of Florida retirement communities in droves.

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        4 days ago

        The reason is that it takes a lot of emotional intelligence and strength to admit that you have been scammed. These people will find it less emotionally painful to deny reality then admit their mistakes.

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      Yes. They need to move quickly. Public opinion is already shifting against Trump and Musk, and right now they are vulnerable.