The Trump Trilogy
I’ve written a lot about Trump. I’ve given links to three of the best about Trump’s narcissism, Trump’s rhetoric, and Trump’s toxicity. Plus some bonus material.
CalicoJack
It's been five long years of blogging the Trump years. We've laughed, we've cried, we've pulled some of our remaining hair out, but we've made it. It is almost done and our democracy, nation, and souls are still largely intact. Unfortunately, we're not through.There is much more to come as we stitch ourselves back together like some kind of common Frankenstein monster as we recover from the PTSD that Trump gave us and the needless deaths and suffering from #COVID19. We also have to keep #BidenHarris honest & progressive, oppose Republican obstructionism anti-democratic tendencies, and whatever other black swans await us. All of which will be addressed using good old-fashioned snarcky, sarcasticky, profaney fun and psychological insights.
Poor Whites Voting Republican
Many have wondered why people vote against their best interests by electing candidates that support policies and laws that will hurt them. Why do so many people believe what Donald Trump says when it is so clear that he is lying? Why do we have an election in which so many voters are angry and disaffected and in a “revolutionary” mood?
Dallas & Nice: the HATE & the Killings Explained
Police shootings, lone wolf terrorists, mass shootings: can psychology explain why people commit these crimes? Can psychology suggest possible solutions?
The Worst!
The Worst Challenge, met! I detail my reaction to the massacres in Orlando and Dallas. I articulate my fears of how we’ll respond. It has been cathartic.
The Absolute Worst Challenge!
I am issuing a blog challenge! Blog about your reaction to the shootings in Orlando and Dallas that have occurred in the past month and your concerns for the future.
The Terrifying Danger of Trump’s Rhetoric
Trump is doing his best Nixon imitation. Given the violence, bombings, and shootings in the past month, is it likely to win or lose him voters? Find out why there is hope in this blog post.
The Nightmare Ends! The World has been SAVED!
Where have I been? Why haven’t I been posting? No one really wonders that, not even my mom, but find out about the absence and the return, right here!
Guns, Politicians, the NRA, & Votes
The massacre in Orlando, the anniversary of Newtown, the sit-in on the floor of the House: why does the pro-gun lobby have such a strangle hold on government? Science can explain it and recommend some actions to take.
The Death of Democracy
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The Narcissism of Donald J. Trump
Trump is a narcissist, but what does it mean for his potential presidency. What might a Trump presidency look like? Read the predictions based on science right here!
Donald Trump: FRAMED!
Trump has been FRAMED! But, he’s still guilty guilty guilty! Find out how Clinton is owning Trump and its implications for the elections. Behavioral economics can explain it!
Gun Safety and Auto Safety
Why why why can’t we do anything about gun violence? Minority influence, dopamine, and traffic safety may hold the answers!
Trump as a Mental Contaminate
Trump has contaminated all of us in one way or another. Using the halo effect and other heuristics, I explain exactly the kind of contaminate that Trump is. And, there is a long snarky, sarcasticky, and profaney rant about Brock Turner.
Managing Your Feelings Is Not My Job
Originally posted on hecatedemeter:
“Whistling girls and crowing hens always come to some bad ends,” my grandma used to say, just before she would tell me that while I was a gracious loser (she was right; I am), I was a “very poor winner.” By that, my grandma…
Drowning
Originally posted on radical eyes for equity:
The boot in the face, the brute Brute heart of a brute like you. “Daddy,” Sylvia Plath When people declare “He literally lost his mind” or when TV and radio ad after ad announces “Not available in all states,” I cringe…
Mad Props for Branding & Blogging
The Blogging U courses work! My review of my experience with the course and my celebration of breaking 100 visitors and views!
The Cost of Quitting for Bernie Sanders
Sanders won’t quit! He’s in til the end! Find out what psychology has to say about Bernie’s determination!
The Dopamine of Social Media!
Internet addiction! Reward Circuits! Dopamine! The love molecule! Find out what contributes to your obsession with social media! Now get back to work!
Trolls from the Dark Side
Trolls have always been creepy and aggressive and destructive whether they are featured in Norse fairy tales, DnD adventures, or on the Internet. Find out what drives these super creeps to ruin everyone’s fun!
Getting Visual on the Blog
Thoughts on the basic look and purpose of my blog following the day 2 Blogging U Branding and Growth course.
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