Election integrity and the transfer of power

[Jaymann]

If you still haven't voted yet you should get a Trump sign and vote for Biden. People see this human garbage and realize this is what you get with Trump.

[Holman]

Didn't these same hypocrites say this was justification for running people over?

What, by the way, do they think they're protesting?

BLM blocked roads as civil disobedience and message to the authorities and the community about police violence. What's the equivalent here? Are they protesting that we're having an election?

I assume the message is just "We're unafraid to break rules and assert our strength if Trump loses." And that's terrifying.

[malchior]

They are trying to prove there is a 'silent majority'. The canary derps are all saying the same thing. They are demonstrating where the 'real' power is. That is why my concern grows. They are being told by the right that they can't lose because they are the majority. That the other side isn't legitimate. And I assume that the fascists are testing how much support they can get from people. These aren't spontaneous. They are happening all over the place today. Not necessarily blocking roads but parading around, showing their colors, and intimidating the populace. This is not a good sign. The experts on authoritarianism have been saying 'red alarms' are flashing all over the place. I believe them at this point. If you are paying attention, you'll see this is not normal election stuff. If you aren't concerned then you aren't paying attention.

[Kraken]

Didn't these same hypocrites say this was justification for running people over?

What, by the way, do they think they're protesting?

BLM blocked roads as civil disobedience and message to the authorities and the community about police violence. What's the equivalent here? Are they protesting that we're having an election?

I assume the message is just "We're unafraid to break rules and assert our strength if Trump loses." And that's terrifying.

Yes, I read it as a threat.

[Smoove_B]

If you are paying attention, you'll see this is not normal election stuff. If you aren't concerned then you aren't paying attention.

If you're willing to block the GSP in NJ to demonstrate voting power, I can only imagine what's happening elsewhere because people in NJ have been killed over less.

Tuesday is going to be even nuttier than we can likely imagine.

[LawBeefaroni]

So should I plan to work from home starting Wednesday or what?

[Alefroth]

Didn't these same hypocrites say this was justification for running people over?

https://twitter.com/Breaking911/status/ ... 2412686343

Am I missing something, or are they in opposing traffic?

[Holman]

Am I missing something, or are they in opposing traffic?

It looks that way.

Presumably the NJ Highway Patrol has stopped and diverted oncoming traffic at the next exit down. There does seems to be a state trooper parked sideways at the head of this horde of idiots.

[Alefroth]

Clearly that would be a ticketable offense too.

[Smoove_B]

Clearly that would be a ticketable offense too.

You can read all about the non-tickets and non-arrests here.

“I can confirm there was a motorcade. It stopped at Cheesequake (Service Area) and eventually continued north,” said Thomas Feeney, a Turnpike Authority spokesman. “It backed traffic up for about five miles. The vehicles exited at (Interchange) 135 (Clark/Westfield).”

Feeney referred questions about any arrests or traffic violations to the New Jersey State Police. A State Police spokesperson didn’t have immediate answers about the demonstration.

[stessier]

Here in South Carolina, Bill Bledsoe was a third party candidate running for US Senate against Graham and Harrison. Bledsoe dropped out of the race in early October and endorsed Graham. But he dropped out too late for his name to be taken off the ballot. And Harrison has started running ads saying "Bledsoe's support for Trump has never wavered, he's believes in no restrictions on the second amendment, and is a Washington outsider. He is too conservative for South Carolina." I think it's genius as it gives people someone to contrast against Graham and there is no Harrison supporter who would vote for that record.

In related news, we were instructed that as poll managers, we can't answer questions about candidates on the ballot. We have not been officially notified anyone has withdrawn from the race (because the name is on the ballot) and we must say that the ballot speaks for itself. If everyone behaves as well as they did when I voted in person, this is going to be smooth sailing. But our Clerk is preparing as if they will not.

Finally, they are introducing new polling equipment for the first time on Tuesday. It looks pretty streamlined. I hope it works.

[stessier]

Am I missing something, or are they in opposing traffic?

It looks that way.

Presumably the NJ Highway Patrol has stopped and diverted oncoming traffic at the next exit down. There does seems to be a state trooper parked sideways at the head of this horde of idiots.

In that area, the Parkway each side has a divider with lanes going in the same direction on either side (so it looks like 4 roads instead of 2).

[Alefroth]

That story is worth it just to learn there is a place called Cheesequake.

[Alefroth]

Am I missing something, or are they in opposing traffic?

It looks that way.

Presumably the NJ Highway Patrol has stopped and diverted oncoming traffic at the next exit down. There does seems to be a state trooper parked sideways at the head of this horde of idiots.

In that area, the Parkway each side has a divider with lanes going in the same direction on either side (so it looks like 4 roads instead of 2).

Ah, thanks.

[Smoove_B]

That story is worth it just to learn there is a place called Cheesequake.

The community's name has been said to be derived from the Lenni Lenape word "Cheseh-oh-ke", meaning "upland" or from the word "chickhake", meaning "land that has been cleared."

[Skinypupy]

The MAGAs were just protecting Biden’s bus. Geez; people.

https://mobile.twitter.com/kaitlancolli ... 1439066115

Trump claims his supporters were “protecting” a Biden-Harris bus yesterday & being nice when they surrounded it & slowed it down to 20 mph on the highway, causing staffers on board to call 911. RNC chair Ronna McDaniel insisted earlier that Trump would not endorse those actions.

[Holman]

Trump claims his supporters were “protecting” a Biden-Harris bus yesterday & being nice when they surrounded it & slowed it down to 20 mph on the highway, causing staffers on board to call 911. RNC chair Ronna McDaniel insisted earlier that Trump would not endorse those actions.

Trump endorsed them more than once, celebrating it in a video tweet and then talking it up enthusiastically in at least one rally this weekend.

[wonderpug]

The MAGAs were just protecting Biden’s bus. Geez; people.

Just be sure to pay your protection money and the legitimate businessmen political party members will be sure you don't get roughed up.

[malchior]

Am I missing something, or are they in opposing traffic?

It looks that way.

Presumably the NJ Highway Patrol has stopped and diverted oncoming traffic at the next exit down. There does seems to be a state trooper parked sideways at the head of this horde of idiots.

In that area, the Parkway each side has a divider with lanes going in the same direction on either side (so it looks like 4 roads instead of 2).

Ah, thanks.

Yes - one is express and the other a "local" in each direction.

[Daehawk]

[malchior]

Multiple roads. Like I said - this was coordinated.

https://twitter.com/paulkrugman/status/ ... 4107123713

[Alefroth]

That story is worth it just to learn there is a place called Cheesequake.

The community's name has been said to be derived from the Lenni Lenape word "Cheseh-oh-ke", meaning "upland" or from the word "chickhake", meaning "land that has been cleared."

I had a feeling it had similar origins to Chesapeake, but was coincidentally awesome.

[Alefroth]

Multiple roads. Like I said - this was coordinated.

https://twitter.com/paulkrugman/status/ ... 4107123713

We had one on Saturday up in NW Washington. They called it Magaween. More like microween.

[Holman]

Important to notice is that there is no viable voter intimidation involved in these NY/NJ highway actions. Trump has as much chance of winning those states as Kanye West.

This is pure gang sign.

[LawBeefaroni]

Multiple roads. Like I said - this was coordinated.

https://twitter.com/paulkrugman/status/ ... 4107123713

Paul Krugman
@paulkrugman

So far no guns, but how long will that last?

If they're ever open carrying in NJ or NY we're in full on revolt. That's not Michigan or Texas.

[Isgrimnur]

That story is worth it just to learn there is a place called Cheesequake.

The community's name has been said to be derived from the Lenni Lenape word "Cheseh-oh-ke", meaning "upland" or from the word "chickhake", meaning "land that has been cleared."

I had a feeling it had similar origins to Chesapeake, but was coincidentally awesome.

My disappointment is immeasurable and my day is ruined.

[Kraken]

That story is worth it just to learn there is a place called Cheesequake.

The community's name has been said to be derived from the Lenni Lenape word "Cheseh-oh-ke", meaning "upland" or from the word "chickhake", meaning "land that has been cleared."

They also have the first Cheesequake Factory.

[Isgrimnur]

[Carpet_pissr]

I remember there used to be this big superpower nation who would help nations around the world learn the wonders of democracy and help them find ways to hold fair elections. Maybe we can get that country to help?

Sounds awesome. Too bad it doesn't exist anymore, we could really use that right about now.

[Smoove_B]

https://twitter.com/GeoffRBennett/statu ... 4053354498

The White House on lockdown: A federal law enforcement source tells NBC that beginning tomorrow, crews will build a “non-scalable” fence to secure the WH complex, Ellipse and Lafayette Square.

250 National Guardsmen have been put on standby, reporting to Metro Police officials.

Just like we do every year right before Election Day.

[Jaymann]

He finally got his wall.

[Carpet_pissr]

This is going to turn into a Waco situation.

[gameoverman]

I wonder how many people realize how farked up a President of the US has to be to want to barricade himself in the White House on election day. He might as well stick a fake mustache on his upper lip so he can twirl it at his rallies.

[Blackhawk]

When it comes right down to it, the White House is a building, not the Presidency. Biden would still be President if he was leading the country from a Motel 6 while Trump picks his nose behind the Resolute desk.

[LawBeefaroni]

When it comes right down to it, the White House is a building, not the Presidency. Biden would still be President if he was leading the country from a Motel 6 while Trump picks his nose behind the Resolute desk.

Even if he wins, Biden won't be leading the country for over 70 days. Long time for Trump to do damage from a dug-in position.

[Smoove_B]

In case you're wondering how other countries are looking at the U.S. right now:

With only a couple of days before Americans head to the polls, Australians are being warned to steer clear of the USA.

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade updated its advice saying there was a potential for violence in the coming days and weeks.

Foreign Minister Marise Payne’s office said the warning against travel was already in place because of COVID-19 — with similar warnings in place for all nations — and the only change is a mention of the US election this week.

...

“The US has a heightened risk of terrorist attacks. Terrorists may use vehicles, knives, homemade bombs, and poisons or toxins,” it said.

“Be alert, particularly in public places and at events. Violent crime is more common than in Australia and gun crime is possible in all areas. Follow local guidance and instructions. If you live in the US, learn active shooter drills.”

[Remus West]

If you live in the US, learn active shooter drills.”

[Kraken]

Reports today that businesses in downtown Boston are boarding up their windows, just in case. 86% of respondents to one poll expect violence on and after election day.

[LawBeefaroni]

Reports today that businesses in downtown Boston are boarding up their windows, just in case. 86% of respondents to one poll expect violence on and after election day.

I expect less violence in the cities and more in the outskirts and rural areas (and maybe Lansing MI). That's assuming a Biden victory or apparent Biden victory. 50% chance I stay home and bunker up.

If it breaks Trump, I expect shit everywhere and it's 100% that I stay home in protect mode.

[Smoove_B]

Just seeing all this cataloged is kinda scary.

https://twitter.com/rickhasen/status/13 ... 4699285504

Going to start a list of the ways that Republican lawmakers and election officials have needlessly made it harder to vote during COVID. Feel free to add on here.