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Jose Garcia

(3,131 posts)
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 08:48 AM Jan 16

California's Newsom will join GOP governors in raising flag for Trump inauguration

Source: Associated Press

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom will join Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson and some GOP governors around the country in directing U.S. flags be raised to full height on Inauguration Day.

Newsom’s spokesperson Izzy Gardon confirmed Wednesday that the governor would temporarily direct the raising of flags at the state Capitol in Sacramento for President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. Flags at the U.S. Capitol and at statehouses around the country have been lowered to half-staff in honor of the late former President Jimmy Carter.


Newsom, who has become a foil for Trump over the years, will need federal help as his state recovers from devastating wildfires that have killed more than two dozen people.

Trump has complained about American flags being flown at half-staff during his inauguration. “Nobody wants to see this, and no American can be happy about it,” he posted on his social media platform.

Read more: https://www.google.com/amp/s/abcnews.go.com/amp/US/wireStory/californias-newsom-join-gop-governors-raising-flag-trump-117728419

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California's Newsom will join GOP governors in raising flag for Trump inauguration (Original Post) Jose Garcia Jan 16 OP
Fuck that malaise Jan 16 #1
Well stated... TheCowsCameHome Jan 16 #21
The moment he removes his hand from the "47th President Donald J. Trump God Bless the USA Bible" LastLiberal in PalmSprings Jan 16 #118
Exactly catrose Jan 16 #23
I so agree with that DENVERPOPS Jan 16 #63
OK, I am going to try to explain my view of the two sides of the coin...We all want the flags at half staff, Escurumbele Jan 16 #66
He would not be starting a fight malaise Jan 16 #67
You see? Those are the type of things that trump cares about, "the flags were flown 1/2 staff", his ego hurt Escurumbele Jan 16 #73
The amount of fights kacekwl Jan 16 #95
That is not going make Trump treat California any better. That just shows weakness. doc03 Jan 16 #110
There are BETTER ways to not piss off the activist base of the Democratic party--- Jack Valentino Jan 17 #120
First words that came to my mind! Evolve Dammit Jan 16 #81
Took the words right off the tips of my fingers, BobTheSubgenius Jan 16 #83
Post removed Post removed Jan 16 #2
This is an example of why only 30% of the electorate are registered as Democrats. everyonematters Jan 16 #9
I don't think prices are ever gonna come down. They never do. Walleye Jan 16 #25
And what homegirl Jan 16 #62
+1000 BannonsLiver Jan 16 #76
IMO the Ds that vote do care whether Newsom raises the flag or not. nt in2herbs Jan 16 #91
Bullshit, kacekwl Jan 16 #96
Drama Renew Deal Jan 16 #13
This is ridiculous. THIS is why dems don't win. Because hysterical people travelingthrulife Jan 16 #40
Pure BS NotHardly Jan 16 #47
funerals are not for the dead lapfog_1 Jan 16 #56
"Just like he was wrong to date Kimberly Guilfoyle" Abolishinist Jan 16 #114
TTL DENVERPOPS Jan 16 #60
So presumptuous homegirl Jan 16 #64
"Because hysterical people draw deep lines in the sand. Too much purity. " Escurumbele Jan 16 #70
Well said BannonsLiver Jan 16 #77
Are you kidding ? Do kacekwl Jan 16 #97
No. THIS is why Dems don't win. hamsterjill Jan 16 #119
Helping Californians by manipulating a narcissist is way more important than a stupid flag ritual thebigidea Jan 16 #84
I was lambasted here for saying Newsom would have to give Trump what he wants Irish_Dem Jan 16 #3
To get ANY fire aid, the Dems are going to give Felon47 no debt ceiling. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Jan 16 #89
Trump will never sign anything unless he gets something first. Irish_Dem Jan 16 #90
If California does not kacekwl Jan 16 #117
The Trump ass kissing is reaching epic levels. Irish_Dem Jan 16 #4
You noticed that too? orangecrush Jan 16 #104
Stupid! nt lark Jan 16 #5
trump sees this as sign of weakness and will attack rampartd Jan 16 #10
Yep! Newsome is his target and he doesn't switch once he's settled in his hate. lark Jan 16 #11
So is NY. HUAJIAO Jan 16 #32
Chicago too! lark Jan 16 #35
You are giving too much credit to trump, he doesn't think anything, he is just happy flags were all up. Escurumbele Jan 16 #71
WTF Newsom?? Think this support will get Trump to stop calling you names? Bengus81 Jan 16 #6
I would get in trouble if I criticize a Democratic official HarryM Jan 16 #7
That's not how the rule works. Renew Deal Jan 16 #18
I Just Post All Of 'The Things Not Allowed' Over On Blue Sky MayReasonRule Jan 16 #33
this is all dependant HarryM Jan 16 #43
Yep 3auld6phart Jan 16 #59
Putting up Trump's vainglorious needs C_U_L8R Jan 16 #8
Really?? It's dishonoring Carter, I don't care if it's only for a few minutes or a few hours. Bengus81 Jan 16 #17
The fed flags will be dishonoring at Trump's command, regardless C_U_L8R Jan 16 #28
Exactly. The Governor is doing this for the people in the state who need help. thebigidea Jan 16 #85
WTF?!?! InAbLuEsTaTe Jan 16 #12
Is a small thing, so i only lose a little respect for the politician... ExciteBike66 Jan 16 #14
RepubliCONs DENVERPOPS Jan 16 #69
WTF?!? 2naSalit Jan 16 #15
My take on this is abit different,,,, KarenS Jan 16 #16
So Trump hasn't even taken office and we need to kiss his ASS for Disaster aid?? Bengus81 Jan 16 #19
No one is kissing his ass, its a fight not worth fighting, and Newsom is right.Its symbolic, the only result Escurumbele Jan 16 #75
No...he's 100% wrong. Honoring Carters life and death is worth more than kowtowing Bengus81 Jan 16 #107
So you violate norms and precedent malaise Jan 16 #26
I didn't say I liked it,,,, KarenS Jan 16 #31
If it means helping the families in Altadena, fuck yes. They are way more important than a stupid flag for one day thebigidea Jan 16 #86
Don't fly a flag that day..just don't. MiHale Jan 16 #20
Mine will be raised again when Trump TheCowsCameHome Jan 16 #22
Oh, hell no. Timeflyer Jan 16 #24
I guess he's not interested in the Democratic nomination for President anymore. This will be part of a campaign against Walleye Jan 16 #27
F**k this shit! Wuddles440 Jan 16 #29
They don't seem to learn or care about VBNMW Jan 16 #98
WTF roscoeroscoe Jan 16 #30
This is an example of why I do NOT want Newsom to be our Democratic nominee for president. From my perspective he plays JohnSJ Jan 16 #34
Really? Newsom has done a stellar job managing the fires. Gotta pick your fights ....this shouldn't be one of them. PortTack Jan 16 #54
My point had nothing to do with how he is handling the fires, but ingratiating himself JohnSJ Jan 16 #88
Sadly, it may be necessary given the historic amount of disaster aid LA is going to need. LauraInLA Jan 16 #92
Are you SERIOUS? Governors have to kiss Trumps abundant ASS to get disaster relief? Bengus81 Jan 16 #108
This whole thing seems so petty. On both sides GusBob Jan 16 #36
So....States like California are held hostage unless the ASS is kissed? Bengus81 Jan 16 #37
Good point re Carter and building houses for people in need delisen Jan 16 #41
Mine is coming down n/t defacto7 Jan 16 #38
Having the flag raised on the day a president is inaugurated speak easy Jan 16 #39
It's part of the US Flag Code angrychair Jan 16 #49
The US Flag Code should be amended, speak easy Jan 16 #58
There are a lot of things that needs reform. The Grand Illuminist Jan 16 #74
OMG! I am shocked to read this! City Lights Jan 16 #42
Interesting. Let's see how the orange goon reacts to this. twodogsbarking Jan 16 #44
For every hour that the flag is at full staff, there should be an extra day of half staff added. Oopsie Daisy Jan 16 #45
OFFS! sakabatou Jan 16 #46
This is why angrychair Jan 16 #48
traitor trump bromeando Jan 16 #50
I'm guessing Youngkin will too underpants Jan 16 #51
Appeasement will stop him in his tracks. usonian Jan 16 #52
These govenors have to pick their fights. Wildfire vs a flag raising come on...you're not in their shoes PortTack Jan 16 #53
Smart move... Mike Nelson Jan 16 #55
Yeah, because cratering to trump ALWAYS works out so well for Democrats. Paladin Jan 16 #57
More 3d chess bullshit VBNMW Jan 16 #99
Political gamesmanship are required during the upcoming TSF admin. eom Exp Jan 16 #61
Post removed Post removed Jan 16 #65
What? Just because he won't place the flags at half staff you won't vote for him, even if he may be Escurumbele Jan 16 #68
Somehow I think he'll press on. BannonsLiver Jan 16 #79
As much as I don't like this, it wouldn't be the reason I wouldn't vote for Newsom. ificandream Jan 16 #72
Why? greatauntoftriplets Jan 16 #78
Couldn't care less BannonsLiver Jan 16 #80
Capitulation from Newsome??? That's as bad as going out drinking wine during covid lock down. Bad looks Evolve Dammit Jan 16 #82
I must say that I'm disappointed. Nt Conjuay Jan 16 #115
The flag will be raised to full staff at the state Capitol building only SARose Jan 16 #87
Extortion Cirsium Jan 16 #93
Is the whole world the fucking onion ? kacekwl Jan 16 #94
Is anyone going to dare stand? sarisataka Jan 16 #100
JFC RandySF Jan 16 #101
So the orange bully is getting what he wants, again. Dave Bowman Jan 16 #102
Once you pay a blackmailer's ransom, they come back for more usonian Jan 16 #103
Yep...over and over and over again. Bengus81 Jan 16 #105
I am all for raising the flag to full staff orangecrush Jan 16 #106
"Nobody wants to see this, and no American can be happy about it," He is, for one time, correct. Ferrets are Cool Jan 16 #109
Depends on your perspective. OR YOUR AI TOOLS! usonian Jan 16 #111
Vindictive blueseas Jan 16 #112
Well, it's not as bad as calling for a Pardon for Trump or the Trials were politically motivated SunImp Jan 16 #113
To those that think this trivial and non-worthy FormerOstrich Jan 16 #116
Agree, I put it a little differently: Once you pay a blackmailer's ransom, they come back for more usonian Jan 17 #121
It's what Jimmy Carter (probably) would have done. prodigitalson Jan 18 #122
118. The moment he removes his hand from the "47th President Donald J. Trump God Bless the USA Bible"
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:57 PM
Jan 16

($59.99, or $1,000 for a copy which looks like it was autographed by Der Leader himself), he will order all American flags to be flown at full staff for the entire time he is in office, which could be four or eight years, depending whom you talk to.

DENVERPOPS

(11,585 posts)
63. I so agree with that
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 12:48 PM
Jan 16

Read my comment below and the one above it that I was replying to......

Escurumbele

(3,754 posts)
66. OK, I am going to try to explain my view of the two sides of the coin...We all want the flags at half staff,
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:05 PM
Jan 16

but lets be real, doing so has two reasons, the one is for homage to President Carter who just passed away, and the other one, if we want to be honest about it, is the fact that a treasonous individual, a convict, is being sworn in as president of the USA. It has never been done, and I understand, sympathize with the feeling but, as the Governor of a state who has always been a target for bad intentions by republicans, Newsom doesn't want to throw gasoline in the fire, plus California would most probably be the only state doing in it.

So I ask all of you, if you were Governor of California, would you start a fight that will most probably not accomplish much but to piss some people, mostly the buffoon, and make some others feel good about it, or would you fight where you know it will make a difference?

We have all heard "Pick your fights", and to me, this is not one worth fighting, at the end of the day, there are better ways to honor President Carter, and better ways to fight the evil that is coming.

malaise

(282,433 posts)
67. He would not be starting a fight
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:07 PM
Jan 16

Last edited Thu Jan 16, 2025, 02:33 PM - Edit history (1)

He would be following rules, norms and conventions
Anything else is a sell out to a criminal scoundrel.
That is all

Escurumbele

(3,754 posts)
73. You see? Those are the type of things that trump cares about, "the flags were flown 1/2 staff", his ego hurt
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:17 PM
Jan 16

and retaliation comes, but if you do like Newsom has decided to do, nothing for the buffoon to think about, least of all when California is facing the fires, he just took away the leverage that trump may have hoped to have. As I said, Newsom has decided that fight is not worth fighting, and I believe is is right.

And like someone else pointed out, Carter has died, he won't know, and he most probably would not have cared, he would side with Newsom's decision.

trump reminds me of idiots that I had to put up with when I was growing up.

I had a girlfriend who lived about an hour from where I lived, I used to take a bus almost every day to go and see her, I was very much in love with her, I was 14 years old. I would also take an early bus on Sundays so that I could spent some time with her at church during mass.

One Sunday I got there a little late so I did not sit with her during mass but waited for her. Once the mass ended I walked outside and there were about 14 kids waiting for me. One of them said "Why were you looking at me during mass?", and because I was not good at keeping quiet, I replied "Why would I look at you, you are ugly as hell, but maybe that was the reason, I have never seen an ugly jerk like you.", of course that did not help my cause...so we started circling each other to start fighting while other kids moved closer as well, I was going to get the beating of my life. Lucky for me, the biggest kid on their group moved in and said "Backup everybody, nobody touches him, he was willing to fight you all, I have respect for him, go!"...He saved my life and we became friends.

But the reason of the story is that people like trump don't need much to have their ego hurt (maybe even look at him weird?), so yes, placing the flags at 1/2 staff would have hurt his ego and next he would try to hurt California. Didn't he try to hurt California because they didn't vote for him? So, there you go, he would have picked an unnecessary fight.

kacekwl

(8,132 posts)
95. The amount of fights
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 03:19 PM
Jan 16

worth fighting by democrats seem to be getting very small. Rolling over by democrats seems to be reaching epidemic status.

doc03

(37,634 posts)
110. That is not going make Trump treat California any better. That just shows weakness.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 06:40 PM
Jan 16

Like Micheal Steele told Morning Joe why do we have to be civil with Trump, he has never been civil with us and won't be.
We got Feterman going to ML. Now Newsom being intimidated into raising the flag.





Jack Valentino

(1,720 posts)
120. There are BETTER ways to not piss off the activist base of the Democratic party---
Fri Jan 17, 2025, 12:13 AM
Jan 17

or, 'better ways to piss them off'? Ok, that doesn't make much sense either.


Newsom has annoyed me several times in the past sixth months,
appearing to pander to the middle or to Republicans,
can't remember the specifics at this point---

but THIS, I WILL remember.

When it comes to 2028, he's OFF my "A-list".

BobTheSubgenius

(11,945 posts)
83. Took the words right off the tips of my fingers,
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:47 PM
Jan 16

I would like to add, however, that I think they should be flown upside down.

Response to Jose Garcia (Original post)

everyonematters

(3,731 posts)
9. This is an example of why only 30% of the electorate are registered as Democrats.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:07 AM
Jan 16

People don't care if Newsome raises the flag or not. They know that when they go to buy groceries the prices are too high.

homegirl

(1,684 posts)
62. And what
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 12:47 PM
Jan 16

percentage are registered Republicans. Ans how many Independents and Declined to state?


travelingthrulife

(1,945 posts)
40. This is ridiculous. THIS is why dems don't win. Because hysterical people
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 10:30 AM
Jan 16

draw deep lines in the sand. Too much purity.

It's a flag and Carter is dead and unaware. He would have probably agreed to raise the flag for a day.

lapfog_1

(30,747 posts)
56. funerals are not for the dead
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 12:33 PM
Jan 16

They are for the living. flags flying at half staff is one of the rituals we perform collectively to remember our Presidents. In our history there have been only 46 Presidents, so remembering them for 30 days after they die is a sign of respect. Narcissist Trump should have have insisted that Flags fly at half staff for the full 30 days.

I'm certain that Newsom is trying to get FEMA money for the LA disaster and so the sucking up to Trump.

But he is wrong.

Just like he was wrong to date Kimberly Guilfoyle ( a politically terminal lack of judgment that should prevent him from running for higher office )

Abolishinist

(2,354 posts)
114. "Just like he was wrong to date Kimberly Guilfoyle"
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 08:32 PM
Jan 16

He did more than date her, they were married for 5 years. Ugh!

DENVERPOPS

(11,585 posts)
60. TTL
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 12:45 PM
Jan 16

Flags being flown at half mast is out of respect for a person who has served our country well. It is a tradition, and well deserved. To alter that for someone like Trump is deplorable, esp in the case of Jimmy Carter.....A National Hero for his entire year life.
And, just for the record TTL, there have been like a half dozen times, in America's history, when the nation's flags have been at half mast during the inauguration.......out of admiration and respect for some one great having passed.....
I have had, what I consider the distinct honor of talking to Jimmy Carter at length about the things he has said and done for humanity, and for the country HIS ENTIRE LIFE AND CAREER......He was the real thing!

To alter a long standing tradition, especially for some one as despicable as Trump is a complete and utter travesty........
One who states openly that his draft dodging during the VietNam War helped him instead wage war on preventing catching STD's, versus a man who, at that time, had spent years in the Navy, and qualified as a Nuclear Sub Commander.

The Next Tradition or Traditions thrown out because of Trump, or by Trump, or his band of merry sycophants and Trumphumpers, may be the U.S. Constitution. As he has already stated in public....... the U.S. Constitution is, as far as he is concerned, an "Antiquated Piece of Paper".

And, if Carter were taking office, and the flags were being flown at half mast for the passing of a past president, he would have insisted that they remain at half mast, out of respect, during the inauguration.......

homegirl

(1,684 posts)
64. So presumptuous
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 12:51 PM
Jan 16

of you to even presume to know what Jimmy Carter would want.
There could not be two men more different in every way!


Escurumbele

(3,754 posts)
70. "Because hysterical people draw deep lines in the sand. Too much purity. "
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:11 PM
Jan 16

Very well said...Short and to the point.

"Too much purity" This one is right on target, reason why Democrats get stepped on by republicans. What is it? "Democrats show up with a Bible to a knife fight"???

Carter won't mind, in fact, I think Carter would agree with Newsom, he knew there are other, more effective ways to fight evil.

kacekwl

(8,132 posts)
97. Are you kidding ? Do
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 03:29 PM
Jan 16

you think if Ronald Reagan or Rush Limbaugh died when Obama was being sworn in Republicans would never stand for this, ever. This is a big deal because trump and his ass kissers made it one .

hamsterjill

(15,730 posts)
119. No. THIS is why Dems don't win.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 10:17 PM
Jan 16

Democrats are just supposed to fold on everything, right? Nope, we’ve already been doing that.

We need to take and stand and tell them to fuck off. Maybe THEN, we can regain some of the respect that we’ve lost.

thebigidea

(13,489 posts)
84. Helping Californians by manipulating a narcissist is way more important than a stupid flag ritual
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:53 PM
Jan 16

Irish_Dem

(67,200 posts)
3. I was lambasted here for saying Newsom would have to give Trump what he wants
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 08:56 AM
Jan 16

to receive federal aid. People didn't believe it.

Well this is just the beginning.

89. To get ANY fire aid, the Dems are going to give Felon47 no debt ceiling.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 02:14 PM
Jan 16

It's going to be like giving a drunk the keys to the brewery and hoping he will moderate his drinking. Hell, no! The very first thing he will do is invite all of his drinking buddies over and clean out the plant.

Once their first goal is satisfied, they'll look for their next target. And the next. And the next. They will never be satiated. Look at how many men had to die to stop Hitlebr's goal of world domination. Look at how many women have died because Felon47 stacked the SCOTUS in his quest for absolute power.

We have been told over and over again that Project 2025 is the blueprint for the first 100 days of T***p's Second Coming. What are the plans for the remaining 1,360 days?

Irish_Dem

(67,200 posts)
90. Trump will never sign anything unless he gets something first.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 02:15 PM
Jan 16

And yes he will keep upping the ante.

kacekwl

(8,132 posts)
117. If California does not
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:09 PM
Jan 16

receive FEMA aid from the government as EVERY other state has in the past because of trump or trump lacky I believe in his own words there will be hell to pay. This is a fuck around and find out moment I don't think trump wants. There are a lot of powerful and influential people in California who will make life miserable for him right off the bat. Other than ignorant maga types the rest of the country won't stand for it either.

lark

(24,776 posts)
11. Yep! Newsome is his target and he doesn't switch once he's settled in his hate.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:10 AM
Jan 16

I'm sure Michigan under Big Gretch is also in his crosshairs.

Escurumbele

(3,754 posts)
71. You are giving too much credit to trump, he doesn't think anything, he is just happy flags were all up.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:12 PM
Jan 16

Bengus81

(8,532 posts)
6. WTF Newsom?? Think this support will get Trump to stop calling you names?
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:00 AM
Jan 16

Have you FUCKING been paying attention for the last EIGHT YEARS Newsom??

Jesus...what the hell is going on with people?? STOP kowtowing to that orange POS and his minions in Congress!!

HarryM

(348 posts)
7. I would get in trouble if I criticize a Democratic official
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:04 AM
Jan 16

So I shall just say nothing.
That's the rule here.

Renew Deal

(83,709 posts)
18. That's not how the rule works.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:18 AM
Jan 16

It’s the possible to criticize without being over the top.

“Do not post disrespectful nicknames, insults, or highly inflammatory attacks against any Democratic public figures. Do not post anything that could be construed as bashing, trashing, undermining, or depressing turnout for any Democratic general election candidate, and do not compare any Democratic general election candidate unfavorably to their general election opponent(s)”

MayReasonRule

(2,892 posts)
33. I Just Post All Of 'The Things Not Allowed' Over On Blue Sky
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 10:16 AM
Jan 16

That way I don't trip over myself attempting to communicate what is 'not allowed' via means that are allowed.

In other words...

I hesitate to articulate for fear that I may deviate from the true course of rectitude.

It is possible though...

3auld6phart

(1,496 posts)
59. Yep
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 12:44 PM
Jan 16

Don’t criticise any Democrat, even if they deserve it. You can be sent to the cleaners, if you do.

C_U_L8R

(46,898 posts)
8. Putting up Trump's vainglorious needs
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:07 AM
Jan 16

Is not the same as honoring him. In fact, it kinda highlights his shallowness and stupidity.

Besides, the flag will be lowered again after the inauguration. Perhaps with added meaning.

Bengus81

(8,532 posts)
17. Really?? It's dishonoring Carter, I don't care if it's only for a few minutes or a few hours.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:18 AM
Jan 16

BTW,what's the next ring kissing that will be needed to sooth the fragile ego of the soon to be Fuhrer?

C_U_L8R

(46,898 posts)
28. The fed flags will be dishonoring at Trump's command, regardless
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:56 AM
Jan 16

Raise or don't raise... it might be possible to honor Carter and take on the coward in other ways (lemons/lemonade and all that).

DENVERPOPS

(11,585 posts)
69. RepubliCONs
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:08 PM
Jan 16

Have been playing the LONG game since before even screwing with the 1980 election.......

A small thing here, a small thing there.......just methodically chipping away........

And, here we are today..............

As I have said before, the perfect title for a book about the last 45+ years would be: WHILE THE NATION SLEPT

And some of us oldsters, on this website, have been screaming from the rooftops about all the so-called "small things", since the HWBush CABAL, committed TREASON to put their puppet Reagan in the presidency.

KarenS

(4,881 posts)
16. My take on this is abit different,,,,
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:17 AM
Jan 16

I see it more as 'taking one for the team' ~ Team California, that is.

They need help there and I think Newsom is doing it for the help for his state,,,, As long as it goes back down after that day.

Bengus81

(8,532 posts)
19. So Trump hasn't even taken office and we need to kiss his ASS for Disaster aid??
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:25 AM
Jan 16

Is that where the FUCK we're at as Dems already? Biden has given Federal disaster aid to the very States and Governors that have TRASH TALKED him for his entire term.

That's what Presidential LEADERS do...and they don't whine about a flag that been lowered because a former President DIED.

Escurumbele

(3,754 posts)
75. No one is kissing his ass, its a fight not worth fighting, and Newsom is right.Its symbolic, the only result
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:21 PM
Jan 16

would be retaliation which California doesn't need. Let us not forget that is not only trump ego weak, but republicans as a party are fully dedicated to caress trump's ego, Newsom/California doesn't need all those corrupt SOBs against them, which makes it a silly fight to force flags to be 1/2 staff. Better ways to honor President Carter, and he can always place the flags 1.2 staff after the inauguration.

Bengus81

(8,532 posts)
107. No...he's 100% wrong. Honoring Carters life and death is worth more than kowtowing
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 06:24 PM
Jan 16

to a whiny POS like Trump.

KarenS

(4,881 posts)
31. I didn't say I liked it,,,,
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 10:05 AM
Jan 16

I obviously don't know, but I think that may be what he's doing.

I hate all of this, I hate the outcome of the last election, I am afraid for our collective future.

thebigidea

(13,489 posts)
86. If it means helping the families in Altadena, fuck yes. They are way more important than a stupid flag for one day
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:55 PM
Jan 16

I doubt Carter himself would choose having a flag down in California for one day over billions of dollars to people who are hurting.

Or do you honestly think Jimmy Carter was that fucking vain?

Walleye

(39,229 posts)
27. I guess he's not interested in the Democratic nomination for President anymore. This will be part of a campaign against
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:52 AM
Jan 16

Wuddles440

(1,671 posts)
29. F**k this shit!
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 09:57 AM
Jan 16

I'm done supporting these spineless, pathetic F**KS! This type of 'leadership' from representatives of our party is the reason that we've surrendered our democracy and the rule of law to the rulers of the New World Order.

 

VBNMW

(67 posts)
98. They don't seem to learn or care about
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 04:27 PM
Jan 16

Gaining or trust and votes to win. It’s always deference to the domestic terrorist of this country. No one likes, respects, or votes for abject WEAKNESS!

Pre-capitulation. That’ll GOTV!

JohnSJ

(98,282 posts)
34. This is an example of why I do NOT want Newsom to be our Democratic nominee for president. From my perspective he plays
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 10:18 AM
Jan 16

too many political games. While I understand why he feels he needs "curry favors" with trump in order to get proper aid for the California fires, the reality is that those who have gone out of their way to ingratiate themselves with the sociopath in the end get burnt when other issues of disagreement present themselves.

Of course I voted for Newsom for Governor because he was the only choice at the time, however, Newsom will never be half the person Jerry Brown is in my view.


PortTack

(35,452 posts)
54. Really? Newsom has done a stellar job managing the fires. Gotta pick your fights ....this shouldn't be one of them.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 12:27 PM
Jan 16

JohnSJ

(98,282 posts)
88. My point had nothing to do with how he is handling the fires, but ingratiating himself
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 02:08 PM
Jan 16

to trump. It is absolutely not necessary.

LauraInLA

(1,773 posts)
92. Sadly, it may be necessary given the historic amount of disaster aid LA is going to need.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 02:32 PM
Jan 16

Bengus81

(8,532 posts)
108. Are you SERIOUS? Governors have to kiss Trumps abundant ASS to get disaster relief?
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 06:28 PM
Jan 16

FUCK THAT! Stand UP to that spray tan POS bully now or get punched in the face for the next four years.

BTW....what's next on the list that we need to kiss his ass over,and the next and the next?

GusBob

(7,812 posts)
36. This whole thing seems so petty. On both sides
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 10:21 AM
Jan 16

Dont we have more important things to worry about?

His state is burning up and 100's of thousands of folks are hurting

Carter's dead cant change that. Honor his memory with important stuff

One of his legacies was house building. Think about that for a minute

Bengus81

(8,532 posts)
37. So....States like California are held hostage unless the ASS is kissed?
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 10:26 AM
Jan 16

It is NOT petty on the Dems side. Carter was MY President and needs to be honored like all other former Presidents PERIOD. Tired of this kowtowing BS to Trump that's increasing before his fat ass is even in office.

delisen

(6,873 posts)
41. Good point re Carter and building houses for people in need
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 10:31 AM
Jan 16

California can honor President Carter in focus on equality in rebuilding of LA neighborhoods

This will be a more powerful living message tha a one day flag event.

speak easy

(11,314 posts)
39. Having the flag raised on the day a president is inaugurated
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 10:29 AM
Jan 16

is a gesture that costs nothing. There is no precedent for it in the 30 days following the death of a former President, but there should be. It shows no disrespect to a former President to acknowledge the solemn expression of the will of the people.

angrychair

(10,447 posts)
49. It's part of the US Flag Code
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 11:52 AM
Jan 16
The U.S. flag code lays out parameters for lowering the U.S. flag to half-staff, including a 30-day period for current or former presidents to cover flags at federal government buildings and their grounds, as well as at U.S. embassies and other facilities abroad, including military installations and vessels.


The flags were flown at half staff during the 1973 inauguration of Nixon for the death of Truman.

It is absolutely a thing. This is ass kissing capitulation that should be concerning to everyone as well as being incredibly disrespectful to Carter.

speak easy

(11,314 posts)
58. The US Flag Code should be amended,
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 12:44 PM
Jan 16

Inauguration day is our affirmation, our celebration of the Constitutional will of the people. If there is a day for the flag to be flown high, this would be it.

I would be making the same argument if Kamala Harris was president elect. I would be making the same argument if Independence Day fell within a 30 day morning period.

The US Flag Code needs amendment.

Oopsie Daisy

(5,566 posts)
45. For every hour that the flag is at full staff, there should be an extra day of half staff added.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 11:31 AM
Jan 16

angrychair

(10,447 posts)
48. This is why
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 11:44 AM
Jan 16

Newsom will never be my choice for president. This compitulation to TSF by Newsom is incredibly disconcerting.

usonian

(16,849 posts)
52. Appeasement will stop him in his tracks.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 12:19 PM
Jan 16

Give him Czechoslovakia. ( Greenland?, Bakersfield? )



PortTack

(35,452 posts)
53. These govenors have to pick their fights. Wildfire vs a flag raising come on...you're not in their shoes
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 12:22 PM
Jan 16

Mike Nelson

(10,527 posts)
55. Smart move...
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 12:27 PM
Jan 16

... Gov Newsom has done what he can to roadblock the expected Trump plans as the relate to California. This should get more attention, along with the invitation to visit fire-damaged areas. Trump can go on his Twitter and post that California and its governor are "scum." It's easy to tell the adult from the baby.

Paladin

(29,965 posts)
57. Yeah, because cratering to trump ALWAYS works out so well for Democrats.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 12:41 PM
Jan 16

One of these days, maybe we'll learn. Hope it's not too late...

 

VBNMW

(67 posts)
99. More 3d chess bullshit
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 04:32 PM
Jan 16

Because that’s worked so well. Partisans need to get some spine and or find some different politicians with spine to worship, because the ones we have now are bringing flowers to a gun fight.

Response to Jose Garcia (Original post)

Escurumbele

(3,754 posts)
68. What? Just because he won't place the flags at half staff you won't vote for him, even if he may be
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:07 PM
Jan 16

the best candidate for your State? You are not serious, right? You are just a bit upset about it but will think your comment over and then vote for him if he is, in fact, the best candidate for your State, right?

ificandream

(11,085 posts)
72. As much as I don't like this, it wouldn't be the reason I wouldn't vote for Newsom.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:12 PM
Jan 16

If Kamala runs, I'll definitely vote for her. But otherwise, I'd vote for him.

greatauntoftriplets

(177,445 posts)
78. Why?
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:26 PM
Jan 16

Is it a quid pro quo for getting federal money to rebuild after the LA fires? If so, he's giving in to blackmail.

BannonsLiver

(19,025 posts)
80. Couldn't care less
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:30 PM
Jan 16

I was sick of the back and forth over the dumb flag thing a week ago. It doesn’t matter. the Trunptards have succeeded in their goal of getting reactions from Dems over this if this thread is any indication. Mission accomplished for them.

Evolve Dammit

(20,429 posts)
82. Capitulation from Newsome??? That's as bad as going out drinking wine during covid lock down. Bad looks
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 01:47 PM
Jan 16

SARose

(1,295 posts)
87. The flag will be raised to full staff at the state Capitol building only
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 02:06 PM
Jan 16
All other state and Federal buildings including military installations, national parks, etc will remain at half staff. The same in Texas, Alabama and DC

I was upset at Abbott until I realized this. It is a photo op for the big baby.

Cirsium

(2,162 posts)
93. Extortion
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 02:43 PM
Jan 16

This is extortion. Caving in doesn't end it, it leads to escalation.

Newsom, who has become a foil for Trump over the years, will need federal help as his state recovers from devastating wildfires that have killed more than two dozen people.


Trump has complained about American flags being flown at half-staff during his inauguration. “Nobody wants to see this, and no American can be happy about it,” he posted on his social media platform.


Maybe Newsom thought he had no choice, maybe appeasing Trump on this issue will somehow work, but we should be honest about what is happening. Imagine this from the other side: "all Trump needs to do is post about a very minor matter, and one of the most powerful Democratic politicians caves! Full speed ahead!"

Is there any possible motivation for this other than appeasing Trump?

kacekwl

(8,132 posts)
94. Is the whole world the fucking onion ?
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 03:15 PM
Jan 16

I guess us democrats can't count and anyone anymore even from our own party.

usonian

(16,849 posts)
103. Once you pay a blackmailer's ransom, they come back for more
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 05:48 PM
Jan 16

and more and more
Until you have nothing left to give.

Ferrets are Cool

(22,104 posts)
109. "Nobody wants to see this, and no American can be happy about it," He is, for one time, correct.
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 06:37 PM
Jan 16

He IS right in one sense. NO true American wants to see him being inaugurated as POTUS.

SunImp

(2,464 posts)
113. Well, it's not as bad as calling for a Pardon for Trump or the Trials were politically motivated
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 08:24 PM
Jan 16

Like some opportunistic ogres would say

FormerOstrich

(2,809 posts)
116. To those that think this trivial and non-worthy
Thu Jan 16, 2025, 08:47 PM
Jan 16

I don't know how many times my partner has said... so-and-so should/shouldn't do this/that because it plays into his hands.

The fact is, he will turn and twist where anything and everything is playing into his hand...no matter what it is. It is really the only thing he excels at. Making it seem he is always on top.

I say stop taking action to avoid or elicit a reaction from the son-of-the-bitch. That gives him more and more power. More power translates to more followers.

Instead do the right thing. Ignore him and his tirades, threats, etc.

He is all about dispensing with our norms and mores. Flying the flag at half mast is a time honored practice to show respect. That is why they should be flown at half mast.

Each compromise the more you become those you hate...

It's death of a thousand paper cuts every time someone caves and alters something to appease him.

usonian

(16,849 posts)
121. Agree, I put it a little differently: Once you pay a blackmailer's ransom, they come back for more
Fri Jan 17, 2025, 01:54 AM
Jan 17

and more and more
Until you have nothing left to give.


https://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=view_post&forum=1014&pid=3374597

This is what Law Enforcement tells ransomware victims.
Do not pay. It only gives them power and they come back again and again.


He plays fools.


But cowers when stood up to.


prodigitalson

(3,055 posts)
122. It's what Jimmy Carter (probably) would have done.
Sat Jan 18, 2025, 02:25 AM
Jan 18

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It's not what I would do. But it does make trmp look even more chickenshit, if that is possible

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