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The Night That Changed Politics Forever

Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2025 11:03 pm
by Hound of Heaven
In 2011, a gathering of the most prominent figures, hollywood actors, politicians, and the crème de la crème, saw President Obama and a comedian decide to take jabs at Donald Trump from a podium, on a stage, in front of a global audience.

Typically, if Obama or a comedian chose to make light of a Hollywood elite, perhaps a politician or a standard elitist, many individuals would likely feel too intimidated by Obama to devise a strategy for retaliation against those who ridiculed him in a dismissive manner. However, what Obama and the elites overlooked is that Donald Trump is not someone who cowers in a corner when faced with lesser individuals who have become intoxicated by a power that is as phony as it gets.

Despite Obama's confidence in his intelligence, the critical error he made that night was failing to recognize that there are still men in this world who become more composed when faced with a challenge. Some men embrace adversity, believing that life becomes more fulfilling and meaningful when faced with painful, embarrassing, or stressful situations.

Similar to myself, Trump is among those individuals. He does not fear death, he embraces it. When he contemplates dying, rather than feeling sorrow, he smiles and welcomes death with open arms. Individuals like myself and Trump appreciate the value of peace, recognizing that tranquility benefits both society and the world. However, we find ourselves more energized and vibrant when faced with challenges at our doorstep. We are designed for hardship, for obstacles, for conflict, and the more we encounter, the more we experience the essence of life.

It could be argued that our very nature suggests that adversity rejuvenates us and imparts a genuine sense of purpose to our existence on this planet.

The content I just shared pertains to a personality type that has shaped the world we inhabit today. This personality stands out in every conceivable way, and individuals who embody these traits can be formidable to confront if one attempts to exploit, mock, or demean them. When someone chooses to belittle a man with this personality, they are essentially activating a mechanism within him that will persist until the perceived threat is neutralized. On that night in 2011, Obama, standing before the world, humorously targeted Trump, tapping into a part of Trump's psyche that may remain activated for the rest of his life.

For those with progressive views reading this. Throughout my time posting on this board, I've consistently emphasized that the sole way to overcome Trump and MAGA is to cease mocking them and stop making fun of them! Consider what you're doing as akin to tossing dry wood onto a bonfire for amusement! Indeed, it may seem satisfying to ridicule them or label them as foolish, but if your goal is to achieve a favorable result that supports the causes you advocate for, you must avoid stoking a fire that could ultimately destroy you and everything and everyone around you.

The primary issue facing progressives is that progressive men are weak, exhibiting traits that may be perceived as overly sensitive. Ultimately, individuals are less likely to follow those who display vulnerability rather than strength. Trump and the Republicans are gaining strength as progressive men adopt more feminine traits! It's as straightforward as that!

The progressives will never overcome human nature, which has demonstrated over millennia that people are drawn to strength, as strength is associated with safety. Progressive men do not convey strength, they reveal vulnerability, and there is no security in vulnerability.

The bottom line is that if the Democratic Party aims to succeed in the future, they cannot do so without the support of men. Many men have become weary of the weak and overly sensitive portrayals that progressives have attempted to promote as authentic masculinity. Men of various backgrounds are departing from the Democrat party due to a perceived lack of genuine masculinity within its ranks! We require confident individuals who embody traditional masculinity and oppose progressive values, ideas like men competing against women in sports. We require individuals in the Democrat party who are prepared to tell progressives to quiet down and encourage them to establish their own party, as the era of progressive men drawing potential voters to the party has come to an end. Trump has effectively rendered all the progressive men as if they are dead men walking, much like zombies.

Is there anyone on the board who knows of a Democratic candidate capable of running against MAGA in 2028 and convincing MAGA supporters to vote for a Democrat? I currently do not have any information on that.

https://youtu.be/Ba_z-nvgQtI?si=9ESTwEmj_5BibKf4
Here’s a video from the night when Obama essentially took it upon himself to challenge Trump to run. If Obama had possessed a stronger character and more life experience in navigating various personalities, he likely would not have mocked Trump in 2011, and as a result, Trump may never have pursued the presidency. In this video, observe Trump as you witness Obama's hand reaching into his mind, flipping the switch that activates the true Donald Trump. The switch remains perpetually on, and the progressives and Democrats still, after 14 years, fail to grasp that Trump desires them to behave precisely as they are, as it only serves to bolster him and the Republicans.

Re: The Night That Changed Politics Forever

Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2025 5:03 am
by huckelberry
This sounds like a fairly honest explanation of why Hound likes Trump. Doesn't much interest me.

Re: The Night That Changed Politics Forever

Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2025 12:42 pm
by Kishkumen
Wow, what a psychologically revealing confession, Hound! Thanks for sharing. You may want to do something about that narcissism.
Similar to myself, Trump is among those individuals. He does not fear death, he embraces it. When he contemplates dying, rather than feeling sorrow, he smiles and welcomes death with open arms. Individuals like myself and Trump appreciate the value of peace, recognizing that tranquility benefits both society and the world. However, we find ourselves more energized and vibrant when faced with challenges at our doorstep. We are designed for hardship, for obstacles, for conflict, and the more we encounter, the more we experience the essence of life.
:o :shock: :? :roll:

Re: The Night That Changed Politics Forever

Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2025 2:01 pm
by Chap
Kishkumen wrote:
Thu Jul 03, 2025 12:42 pm
Wow, what a psychologically revealing confession, Hound! Thanks for sharing. You may want to do something about that narcissism.
Similar to myself, Trump is among those individuals. He does not fear death, he embraces it. When he contemplates dying, rather than feeling sorrow, he smiles and welcomes death with open arms. Individuals like myself and Trump appreciate the value of peace, recognizing that tranquility benefits both society and the world. However, we find ourselves more energized and vibrant when faced with challenges at our doorstep. We are designed for hardship, for obstacles, for conflict, and the more we encounter, the more we experience the essence of life.
:o :shock: :? :roll:

How old is this guy, by which I mean HoH? This reads like an overblown adolescent fantasy of heroism, to say the least. In a grown man, it would suggest the kind of thing that might be written in his mother's basement by someone who has never left home.

Re: The Night That Changed Politics Forever

Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2025 2:17 pm
by Morley
huckelberry wrote:
Thu Jul 03, 2025 5:03 am
This sounds like a fairly honest explanation of why Hound likes Trump. Doesn't much interest me.
This.

Re: The Night That Changed Politics Forever

Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2025 2:20 pm
by Molok
Hound of Heaven wrote:
Wed Jul 02, 2025 11:03 pm
In 2011, a gathering of the most prominent figures, hollywood actors, politicians, and the crème de la crème, saw President Obama and a comedian decide to take jabs at Donald Trump from a podium, on a stage, in front of a global audience.

Typically, if Obama or a comedian chose to make light of a Hollywood elite, perhaps a politician or a standard elitist, many individuals would likely feel too intimidated by Obama to devise a strategy for retaliation against those who ridiculed him in a dismissive manner. However, what Obama and the elites overlooked is that Donald Trump is not someone who cowers in a corner when faced with lesser individuals who have become intoxicated by a power that is as phony as it gets.

Despite Obama's confidence in his intelligence, the critical error he made that night was failing to recognize that there are still men in this world who become more composed when faced with a challenge. Some men embrace adversity, believing that life becomes more fulfilling and meaningful when faced with painful, embarrassing, or stressful situations.

Similar to myself, Trump is among those individuals. He does not fear death, he embraces it. When he contemplates dying, rather than feeling sorrow, he smiles and welcomes death with open arms. Individuals like myself and Trump appreciate the value of peace, recognizing that tranquility benefits both society and the world. However, we find ourselves more energized and vibrant when faced with challenges at our doorstep. We are designed for hardship, for obstacles, for conflict, and the more we encounter, the more we experience the essence of life.

It could be argued that our very nature suggests that adversity rejuvenates us and imparts a genuine sense of purpose to our existence on this planet.

The content I just shared pertains to a personality type that has shaped the world we inhabit today. This personality stands out in every conceivable way, and individuals who embody these traits can be formidable to confront if one attempts to exploit, mock, or demean them. When someone chooses to belittle a man with this personality, they are essentially activating a mechanism within him that will persist until the perceived threat is neutralized. On that night in 2011, Obama, standing before the world, humorously targeted Trump, tapping into a part of Trump's psyche that may remain activated for the rest of his life.

For those with progressive views reading this. Throughout my time posting on this board, I've consistently emphasized that the sole way to overcome Trump and MAGA is to cease mocking them and stop making fun of them! Consider what you're doing as akin to tossing dry wood onto a bonfire for amusement! Indeed, it may seem satisfying to ridicule them or label them as foolish, but if your goal is to achieve a favorable result that supports the causes you advocate for, you must avoid stoking a fire that could ultimately destroy you and everything and everyone around you.

The primary issue facing progressives is that progressive men are weak, exhibiting traits that may be perceived as overly sensitive. Ultimately, individuals are less likely to follow those who display vulnerability rather than strength. Trump and the Republicans are gaining strength as progressive men adopt more feminine traits! It's as straightforward as that!

The progressives will never overcome human nature, which has demonstrated over millennia that people are drawn to strength, as strength is associated with safety. Progressive men do not convey strength, they reveal vulnerability, and there is no security in vulnerability.

The bottom line is that if the Democratic Party aims to succeed in the future, they cannot do so without the support of men. Many men have become weary of the weak and overly sensitive portrayals that progressives have attempted to promote as authentic masculinity. Men of various backgrounds are departing from the Democrat party due to a perceived lack of genuine masculinity within its ranks! We require confident individuals who embody traditional masculinity and oppose progressive values, ideas like men competing against women in sports. We require individuals in the Democrat party who are prepared to tell progressives to quiet down and encourage them to establish their own party, as the era of progressive men drawing potential voters to the party has come to an end. Trump has effectively rendered all the progressive men as if they are dead men walking, much like zombies.

Is there anyone on the board who knows of a Democratic candidate capable of running against MAGA in 2028 and convincing MAGA supporters to vote for a Democrat? I currently do not have any information on that.

https://youtu.be/Ba_z-nvgQtI?si=9ESTwEmj_5BibKf4
Here’s a video from the night when Obama essentially took it upon himself to challenge Trump to run. If Obama had possessed a stronger character and more life experience in navigating various personalities, he likely would not have mocked Trump in 2011, and as a result, Trump may never have pursued the presidency. In this video, observe Trump as you witness Obama's hand reaching into his mind, flipping the switch that activates the true Donald Trump. The switch remains perpetually on, and the progressives and Democrats still, after 14 years, fail to grasp that Trump desires them to behave precisely as they are, as it only serves to bolster him and the Republicans.
LMFAO, this is genuinely one of the funniest things I've ever seen on this forum, and quite a bit creepy as well! Your combination of ignorance and arrogance is pretty entertaining, Hound.

Re: The Night That Changed Politics Forever

Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2025 2:50 pm
by canpakes
Molok wrote:
Thu Jul 03, 2025 2:20 pm
LMFAO, this is genuinely one of the funniest things I've ever seen on this forum, and quite a bit creepy as well! Your combination of ignorance and arrogance is pretty entertaining, Hound.
It’s the actual TDS.

From: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/is-donal ... 0b4a751d55
Article text from link is below:
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MAGA Has A Kink For ‘Daddy Trump’ — And Therapists Say It Makes Perfect Sense
Who is actually into all this 'daddy' stuff? We asked experts to find out.

By Brittany Wong

No longer content with his five adult children, President Donald Trump is now desperate to be America’s “daddy.” 

Last week, the secretary general of NATO, Mark Rutte, rather ickily invoked the word “daddy” while excusing Trump for using the f-word after Israel and Iran temporarily violated a ceasefire.

“Daddy has to sometimes use strong language,” Rutte said with a laugh, while Trump, who was visiting for a NATO summit and meeting with Rutte, smiled on. 

Unfortunately for America, Team Trump latched onto the viral moment, posting a video on the White House’s official social media accounts that depicted Trump arriving and greeting world leaders at the summit. The clip was soundtracked to Usher’s “Daddy’s Home,” a song that’s as sexually suggestive as its title suggests. (“I ain’t gotta do a lot of flexing — uh-uh. Shorty, you already know what it is,” one lyric goes.) 

Many found the clip unbecoming, not to mention weirdly sexual, coming from an official White House account. (Granted, posting unbecoming, trollish content is kind of the current White House social media team’s thing.) 

“Nothing says presidential dignity like the official White House account cosplaying as a thirsty fan page,” one person replied to the post on X.
Fox News went all-in on the “Daddy Trump” rebrand, in spite ― or maybe because of ― the other definition of daddy: Those who have a “daddy kink” or engage in “daddy dom” sexual role play use it all the time. 

“Soon, Africa will be calling him daddy, too,” Fox News host Jesse Watters said with a leer on Friday after showing a clip of Trump praising the looks of Hariana Veras, a Congolese journalist, during an Oval Office signing.

Former Fox News host Tucker Carlson was an early promoter of the “daddy Trump” moniker. While speaking at a Trump rally last October, Carlson compared the then-presidential nominee to an angry dad returning home to discipline a “bad little girl” with a “vigorous spanking.” (We guess America is the naughty teen in the scenario, though we’d very much like to be excluded from this narrative.)

What’s going on here? Is America ― or at least MAGA America ― experiencing a mass psychosis? Is there such a thing as collective national daddy issues? Has any other politician ever kinkified themselves to this degree?

Joshua Terhune, a child therapist in Indianapolis, Indiana, who goes by “Mr. Joshua” on his popular TikTok channel, sees potential national daddy issues at play. 

“My initial reaction to the Usher video was, ‘Freud was right!’” Terhune said of the father of psychoanalysis in the early 20th century.

“While [Sigmund] Freud may have held some problematic views, he definitely got a few things right,” Terhune said. He “argued that people often seek powerful authority figures to fulfill an unconscious desire for protection and guidance, just like a child does with a parent.”

It’s interesting how Trump and his supporters are blurring these boundaries between a political official and an intimate relationship, Terhune said, and it seems “clear as day they are playing out some unresolved psychological dynamics.”

One good thing to note about daddy issues as a whole? In general, today’s fathers are doing a better job of being emotionally present and available for their children, so widespread hang-ups about fathers will probably start to be on the decline.

Conservatives, in particular, are pulled in by father-like leaders: President Ronald Reagan was nowhere near the likes of authoritarian leaders like Russia’s Vladimir Putin or Hungary’s Viktor Orbán (both whom Trump admires), but certain aspects of his presidency align with traits associated with strongmen: charisma wielded by a commanding older man, “a father knows best” approach to global and domestic threats. 

In his book “Moral Politics,” George Lakoff demonstrated how conservatives idealize a “strict father” model of morality, said Todd Belt, a professor and director of the political management program at George Washington University. 

“The father is strong and in charge of the family, and doles out discipline as needed. This is how conservatives view the proper role of government,” Belt told HuffPost. “So, this terminology of Trump as ‘daddy’ reinforces his relationship to his base.”

But it’s not just MAGA conservatives who expect, and even thirst, for some patriarchal shading from their leaders. On TikTok, some Gen Z liberals have given California Gov. Gavin Newsom the “daddy Newsom” meme treatment. 
“In the U.S. in general, we expect our leaders to rescue us, discipline others, and model strength ― all traits we associate with a very traditional, and limiting, father archetype,” said Panicha McGuire, a therapist in San Diego, California.

If the daddy figure reminds us that we’re the good guys, even better, she said.

“The U.S. has deep intergenerational trauma tied to colonialism, capitalism and rigid gender roles,” but instead of addressing that, we look to a strong leader to quell our concerns, McGuire explained. (In Trump’s case, quell our concerns by literally erasing and rewriting problematic chapters in our past and providing us with scapegoats.) 

“We don’t teach collective care or mutual responsibility, so we keep cycling through ‘father figures’ who offer authority instead of accountability,” McGuire said.

The “daddy” talk also speaks to the appeal of authoritarianism to a certain segment of the population. Authoritarianism is characterized by a strong, centralized state with power concentrated in the hands of a single leader or a small group.

Like many strongman leaders of the past, Trump has leveraged his cult of personality to convince his followers that only he can protect them from any existing threat, whether it’s ruthless criminals at the border (“bad hombres”), protesters in the cities who may one day show up at your doorstep, or the perennial threat of “radical Islamic terrorism.” 

That’s why McGuire sees Trump’s embrace of the “Daddy Trump” image more eerie than icky.

“It’s not just branding; I look at it as more of a symbolic invitation back into a hierarchical, authoritarian family structure where power flows one way, and obedience is rewarded,” she said. 

Humans tend to be drawn to force and domination. Authoritarianism ― and more specifically, fascism ―  uses eroticism to attract and repel people. The ideology is alluring to some because it plays into both our cultural fetishization of masculinity and power, and our purported discomfort with authoritarianism and nationalism.

As Vox noted in 2017, it’s the political forbiddenness of fascism in modern times that makes it so erotic ― something scholar Laura Catherine Frost describes in her book “Sex Drives: Fantasies of Fascism in Literary Modernism.”

“Images of sexualized fascism derive their meaning precisely from the distance mainstream culture puts between itself and deviation,” Frost wrote.

So using something as overtly sexualized as Usher’s ‘Daddy’s Home’ in an official White House post blurs the line between desire and dominance, McGuire explained. “Evoking not only patriarchal nostalgia but also a disturbing eroticization of control.” 

OK, but is the “daddy” thing still weird?

Yes, yes, it is. 

In all his years of studying politics, Belt has yet to see a politician or their team embrace such a kinkified self-image. 

“Usually, politicians try to downplay anything sexual in nature because they think it undermines their credibility and perceived fitness for office,” he said. “I think this is more about appearing tough and in control rather than sexual.” 
As for why it appeals to Trump? He’s probably not particularly tuned in to the sexual connotations, but he’s all about projecting hypermasculinity. It’s why the president is seemingly so bothered by the “TACO” (Trump Always Chickens Out) nickname, Belt said. 

“I think this ‘daddy’ stuff has less to do with sexuality than it has to do with the appearance of masculinity,” the professor said. “Trump loves to be perceived as manly and tough, and often surrounds himself with people he thinks are such.”

Re: The Night That Changed Politics Forever

Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2025 3:28 pm
by Hound of Heaven
Molok wrote:
Thu Jul 03, 2025 2:20 pm
Hound of Heaven wrote:
Wed Jul 02, 2025 11:03 pm
In 2011, a gathering of the most prominent figures, hollywood actors, politicians, and the crème de la crème, saw President Obama and a comedian decide to take jabs at Donald Trump from a podium, on a stage, in front of a global audience.

Typically, if Obama or a comedian chose to make light of a Hollywood elite, perhaps a politician or a standard elitist, many individuals would likely feel too intimidated by Obama to devise a strategy for retaliation against those who ridiculed him in a dismissive manner. However, what Obama and the elites overlooked is that Donald Trump is not someone who cowers in a corner when faced with lesser individuals who have become intoxicated by a power that is as phony as it gets.

Despite Obama's confidence in his intelligence, the critical error he made that night was failing to recognize that there are still men in this world who become more composed when faced with a challenge. Some men embrace adversity, believing that life becomes more fulfilling and meaningful when faced with painful, embarrassing, or stressful situations.

Similar to myself, Trump is among those individuals. He does not fear death, he embraces it. When he contemplates dying, rather than feeling sorrow, he smiles and welcomes death with open arms. Individuals like myself and Trump appreciate the value of peace, recognizing that tranquility benefits both society and the world. However, we find ourselves more energized and vibrant when faced with challenges at our doorstep. We are designed for hardship, for obstacles, for conflict, and the more we encounter, the more we experience the essence of life.

It could be argued that our very nature suggests that adversity rejuvenates us and imparts a genuine sense of purpose to our existence on this planet.

The content I just shared pertains to a personality type that has shaped the world we inhabit today. This personality stands out in every conceivable way, and individuals who embody these traits can be formidable to confront if one attempts to exploit, mock, or demean them. When someone chooses to belittle a man with this personality, they are essentially activating a mechanism within him that will persist until the perceived threat is neutralized. On that night in 2011, Obama, standing before the world, humorously targeted Trump, tapping into a part of Trump's psyche that may remain activated for the rest of his life.

For those with progressive views reading this. Throughout my time posting on this board, I've consistently emphasized that the sole way to overcome Trump and MAGA is to cease mocking them and stop making fun of them! Consider what you're doing as akin to tossing dry wood onto a bonfire for amusement! Indeed, it may seem satisfying to ridicule them or label them as foolish, but if your goal is to achieve a favorable result that supports the causes you advocate for, you must avoid stoking a fire that could ultimately destroy you and everything and everyone around you.

The primary issue facing progressives is that progressive men are weak, exhibiting traits that may be perceived as overly sensitive. Ultimately, individuals are less likely to follow those who display vulnerability rather than strength. Trump and the Republicans are gaining strength as progressive men adopt more feminine traits! It's as straightforward as that!

The progressives will never overcome human nature, which has demonstrated over millennia that people are drawn to strength, as strength is associated with safety. Progressive men do not convey strength, they reveal vulnerability, and there is no security in vulnerability.

The bottom line is that if the Democratic Party aims to succeed in the future, they cannot do so without the support of men. Many men have become weary of the weak and overly sensitive portrayals that progressives have attempted to promote as authentic masculinity. Men of various backgrounds are departing from the Democrat party due to a perceived lack of genuine masculinity within its ranks! We require confident individuals who embody traditional masculinity and oppose progressive values, ideas like men competing against women in sports. We require individuals in the Democrat party who are prepared to tell progressives to quiet down and encourage them to establish their own party, as the era of progressive men drawing potential voters to the party has come to an end. Trump has effectively rendered all the progressive men as if they are dead men walking, much like zombies.

Is there anyone on the board who knows of a Democratic candidate capable of running against MAGA in 2028 and convincing MAGA supporters to vote for a Democrat? I currently do not have any information on that.

https://youtu.be/Ba_z-nvgQtI?si=9ESTwEmj_5BibKf4
Here’s a video from the night when Obama essentially took it upon himself to challenge Trump to run. If Obama had possessed a stronger character and more life experience in navigating various personalities, he likely would not have mocked Trump in 2011, and as a result, Trump may never have pursued the presidency. In this video, observe Trump as you witness Obama's hand reaching into his mind, flipping the switch that activates the true Donald Trump. The switch remains perpetually on, and the progressives and Democrats still, after 14 years, fail to grasp that Trump desires them to behave precisely as they are, as it only serves to bolster him and the Republicans.
LMFAO, this is genuinely one of the funniest things I've ever seen on this forum, and quite a bit creepy as well! Your combination of ignorance and arrogance is pretty entertaining, Hound.
It's clear that you find my post amusing, though you might not grasp the deeper significance behind it.

It’s difficult for you to grasp this because your testosterone levels may have diminished due to consuming progressive news media, which has influenced your ability to process genuine information presented to you.

My aim is to continue presenting you with the facts, and that one day, you will become so weary of the deception known as progressive Marxism that you will finally embrace some of the truth I have been sharing on the board for many months now.

If you are seeking one-on-one therapy sessions to assist you in leaving the cult you are currently involved with by identifying as progressive, I would be pleased to offer you private tutoring.

Perhaps you could persuade Shades to grant you moderator privileges, enabling you to remove the truth immediately after I share it! Honestly, that's the more progressive approach to take. That's what Canpakes does.

Re: The Night That Changed Politics Forever

Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2025 3:32 pm
by Hound of Heaven
Hey Molok! Are you interested in being added to the list of posters I'm currently training on how to act like an adult while posting here in Spirit Paradise? Currently there's only two, that being Dr.CamnPP and Canpakes. You could be number three, theres no shame, promise.

Re: The Night That Changed Politics Forever

Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2025 3:35 pm
by Molok
Hound of Heaven wrote:
Thu Jul 03, 2025 3:32 pm
Hey Molok! Are you interested in being added to the list of posters I'm currently training on how to act like an adult while posting here in Spirit Paradise? Currently there's only two, that being Dr.CamnPP and Canpakes. You could be number three, theres no shame, promise.
Sure, once you're finished with your other business you're preoccupied on. It sounds like you wrote the OP with one hand, so don't let me interrupt the fun.