Canadians love Americans Olivia. Many of us have family that live in the US, as I do. Most of us absolutely despise the criminal racist masquerading as president. Not only is he ruining America he is destabilizing the rest of the world too. Keep the pressure on Olivia!
Thank you, Barry. That's good to hear. So many of us feel ashamed and saddened by all the hatred the regime is handing out every day. We regard Canada as a friend and a good neighbor.
Have to agree 💯!! Many of us also have friends & family in Canada. Our people are like first cousins - same family, minor differences, LOTS of love!!! ❤️ Thank you for knowing that more of us are NOT ok with the michigoss & doing what we are able about it!
Thank you for your article. The surveillance and arrest power that you described is truly frightening in a country I served and for my 78 years believed there is the First Amendment right to freedom of speech. And, yes the Olympics should be a celebration of our common spirit of love but vance's presence amplified the divisiveness that we have endured since trump came down his golden escalator in 2015. Remember that recently when vance was asked if he would apologize for what happened in Minneapolis he said "For what?" Such petulance and arrogance is not what decent people can accept from anyone, much less the VP.
I do not care for football and call the Super Bowl the “best nigh to go grocery shopping” but this year I’ll be tuning in to watch the halftime show Bad Bunny. 🇵🇷
"Sen. Marsha Blackburn is now demanding an ethics investigation, claiming Jackson’s “impartiality” may have been compromised by applause, lapel pins, and speech she didn’t give. Apparently, yachts are fine. Public recognition for actual work is not."
Shall we add up all the improprieties of one Clarence Thomas and his wife? Alito? Marsha, are you really going with this.? Bring it! The mentality of those in the State of Tennessee politics is astounding, between her and Andy Ogles - you cannot get much dumber (unless you want to compare to Tuberville or Hohman.
I always laugh when the President states that the US is respected around the world. Where is Cortina and Milan? On Mars? All the protests around the world?
Not enough is being said regarding the START treaty and building tensions.
With regard to ICE at elections, the State needs to step in and deploy National Guard as a counter. If not, you will see rogue groups like The Black Panthers and others.
Thank You Olivia as I always love Saturday mornings
The Black Panther Party for Self Defense was founded in Oakland California in 1966 in response to police brutality. There were many facets including free breakfasts for children, care for elders and more. Now known as The Black Panther Party, there are numerous chapters.
Contrast with The Three Percenters (many who participated in the siege at the Capitol 6 Jan 2021), which believes only 3% fought in the Revolutionary War
(false) and that only the first ten amendments are valid, in explicit denial of The Declaration of Independence which informs the adding amendments to forward freedom, equality, and justice for all.
I have no doubt and I would hope that people will cheer on the team itself and understand the situation we as Americans are navigating in this moment. It hurts my soul to see the world looking at us which such disdain. Here is the reporting: “In an unmistakable sign of Europe’s rapidly dimming view on America, the U.S. delegation entered the San Siro stadium here on Friday night to a chorus of boos and disapproving whistles from the international crowd of more than 65,000. The jeering only intensified when Vice President JD Vance appeared on the big screen during Team USA’s arrival.”
Olivia, did you see the video of the US team entering the venue of the parade? I was not in attendance at the ceremony in Milan, but I watched it in direct real time, and what I saw and heard was the crescendo from the crowd cheering and celebrating the American athletes when they entered the parade path following their flag bearer. Same welcome at all 4 venues. The French commentator declared that the American delegation was welcomed with the warmest applause. The boos and whistles erupted when JD Vance appeared on the big screen, where it remained but a few seconds, and it did not dampen the athletes' enthusiasm while the crowd kept cheering them
Below, I include the link to the opening ceremony. The US come in just before the 02:08:43 time marker up to the 02:11:02, then followed by France.
I could not watch the American television (I'm in France) but I read the following comment in 7News app: "While the athletes led by flag bearer Erin Jackson were largely cheered, boos rained down when VP JD Vance was shown on the big screen".
Very scary times, too similar to gestapo tactics. T is a criminal. The world knows that. Why the courts allow this to continue is pure negligence. How can regular citizens fight back without the fear of being rounded up or killed....this is how they subvert democracy. If state officials and others in power continue to sit back and watch we are doomed.
It must be disheartening for the U.S. athletes to absorb all of the world-wide hate for Trump. I was a soldier for 23 years and experienced similar. They can stand tall as a team and proceed honorably however. If asked, they can echo Hakeem Jeffries -- "F___ Donald Trump!" These are the Olympics. Keep that scumbag out of it!
In 2024 Trump urged “christians” to go out and vote. He said:"In four years, You don't have to vote again. We'll have it fixed so good. You're not going to have to vote."
Well, this time he didn’t lie. Trump is sure”fixing it” through intimidation and persecution of the press, abuse of power of federal agencies and using ICE to instill fear.
It is time for him and his cronies to go!
I watched the opening Winter Olympics ceremony and saw in the U.S. Olympic delegation a dignity that I long for in those who represent us. Trump, Vance and all their corrupt buddies do not.
Regarding the Olympic Games, I would like to point out that the American athletes were greeted with serious applause. It is when the cameras focused on JD Vance, that the powerful booing started.
American athletes were acknowledged and celebrated.
Sharing this widely off-platform. Deeply concerned about ICE at the poles. I would love to escort voters into the polling places if they try this nonsense. I’m a 4’11” dumpling of a Cherokee grandmother on the rez. I’m more formidable than I look. 😉🪶
The video was vile racist and disgusting. He should’ve apologized. He still should apologize. I think Hakeem Jeffries said it best. So what he said. Great reporting Olivia.
Every day we witness Americans who are human failures. We all know the usual suspects - Trump, Rubio, Homan and that gnome Bovino. And Lucknit who claimed he visited Ep's home once and was so repulsed he turned heel and ran. Oooooops. Those damn files, Howie
But today let's talk about Usha Vance. A lifelong liberal, as I understand, an intelligent woman who was a highly successful lawyer. She heard her husband call Trump 'America's Hitler', no doubt agreed with that, and now? Crickets.
FFS, she's a person of color, watching dutifully as the SC greenlights detaining people just based on their looks and getting beaten, sent to foreign detention camps and killed.
Yes, she's in a tough position as Second Lady, but that's of her own making. She married a creep and has watched him morph into America's Hitler #2. And just got preggers with his 4th.
But she still shows up, smiling, waving and for all the world looking like she's just fine with all this sh** from ICE on down. She's a Quisling. A Stockholm Syndrome patient. A human failure
For years Americans of both parties blasted Hillary for not kicking Bill to the curb. Where's the outrage now for Usha? Crickets. She deserves nothing but contempt
Canadians love Americans Olivia. Many of us have family that live in the US, as I do. Most of us absolutely despise the criminal racist masquerading as president. Not only is he ruining America he is destabilizing the rest of the world too. Keep the pressure on Olivia!
Thank you, Barry. That's good to hear. So many of us feel ashamed and saddened by all the hatred the regime is handing out every day. We regard Canada as a friend and a good neighbor.
Have to agree 💯!! Many of us also have friends & family in Canada. Our people are like first cousins - same family, minor differences, LOTS of love!!! ❤️ Thank you for knowing that more of us are NOT ok with the michigoss & doing what we are able about it!
You’re our allies! Love our Canadian neighbors! Thank you.🤍🇨🇦
Thank you for your article. The surveillance and arrest power that you described is truly frightening in a country I served and for my 78 years believed there is the First Amendment right to freedom of speech. And, yes the Olympics should be a celebration of our common spirit of love but vance's presence amplified the divisiveness that we have endured since trump came down his golden escalator in 2015. Remember that recently when vance was asked if he would apologize for what happened in Minneapolis he said "For what?" Such petulance and arrogance is not what decent people can accept from anyone, much less the VP.
I do not care for football and call the Super Bowl the “best nigh to go grocery shopping” but this year I’ll be tuning in to watch the halftime show Bad Bunny. 🇵🇷
"Sen. Marsha Blackburn is now demanding an ethics investigation, claiming Jackson’s “impartiality” may have been compromised by applause, lapel pins, and speech she didn’t give. Apparently, yachts are fine. Public recognition for actual work is not."
Shall we add up all the improprieties of one Clarence Thomas and his wife? Alito? Marsha, are you really going with this.? Bring it! The mentality of those in the State of Tennessee politics is astounding, between her and Andy Ogles - you cannot get much dumber (unless you want to compare to Tuberville or Hohman.
I always laugh when the President states that the US is respected around the world. Where is Cortina and Milan? On Mars? All the protests around the world?
Not enough is being said regarding the START treaty and building tensions.
With regard to ICE at elections, the State needs to step in and deploy National Guard as a counter. If not, you will see rogue groups like The Black Panthers and others.
Thank You Olivia as I always love Saturday mornings
The Black Panther Party for Self Defense was founded in Oakland California in 1966 in response to police brutality. There were many facets including free breakfasts for children, care for elders and more. Now known as The Black Panther Party, there are numerous chapters.
Contrast with The Three Percenters (many who participated in the siege at the Capitol 6 Jan 2021), which believes only 3% fought in the Revolutionary War
(false) and that only the first ten amendments are valid, in explicit denial of The Declaration of Independence which informs the adding amendments to forward freedom, equality, and justice for all.
After reading more comments, I wonder what was shown on the American TV. (I am in France)
I want to emphasize the comment I just made:
AMERICAN ATHLETES WERE ACKNOWLEDGED AND CELEBRATED.
I have no doubt and I would hope that people will cheer on the team itself and understand the situation we as Americans are navigating in this moment. It hurts my soul to see the world looking at us which such disdain. Here is the reporting: “In an unmistakable sign of Europe’s rapidly dimming view on America, the U.S. delegation entered the San Siro stadium here on Friday night to a chorus of boos and disapproving whistles from the international crowd of more than 65,000. The jeering only intensified when Vice President JD Vance appeared on the big screen during Team USA’s arrival.”
What was the source of your quote"
I link to the article in my substack directly. The Wall Street Journal covered the event. Here you go:
https://www.wsj.com/sports/olympics/team-usa-winter-olympics-31642142?st=jWS2zb&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink
Love the cheers!
Thank you !
Olivia, did you see the video of the US team entering the venue of the parade? I was not in attendance at the ceremony in Milan, but I watched it in direct real time, and what I saw and heard was the crescendo from the crowd cheering and celebrating the American athletes when they entered the parade path following their flag bearer. Same welcome at all 4 venues. The French commentator declared that the American delegation was welcomed with the warmest applause. The boos and whistles erupted when JD Vance appeared on the big screen, where it remained but a few seconds, and it did not dampen the athletes' enthusiasm while the crowd kept cheering them
Below, I include the link to the opening ceremony. The US come in just before the 02:08:43 time marker up to the 02:11:02, then followed by France.
https://www.france.tv/sport/les-jeux-olympiques-d-hiver/8168109-ceremonie-d-ouverture.html
I could not watch the American television (I'm in France) but I read the following comment in 7News app: "While the athletes led by flag bearer Erin Jackson were largely cheered, boos rained down when VP JD Vance was shown on the big screen".
It took years of the Vietnam War for things to get to this point. Trump and his toadies managed it in just a few months.
That was shown, but it was when the camera flashed a video of JD Vance and his Vichy/Quisling/Stockholm Syndrome wife that the booing started.
That part, by the way, was never shown on Fox News
Yes Mike.
It is when the cameras focused on JD Vance, that the powerful booing started. And they moved really fast off that image.
As for the American athletes, they were greeted with serious applause as soon as they entered the venue.
American athletes were loudly acknowledged and celebrated. THEY are respected.
Thank you so much. That means a lot.
Thank you very much. It means a lot.
What was the source of your quote?
Merci beaucoup, nos amis!! 🫶
🙏 Look forward to the Covfefe every Saturday. Thank you for what you do. Be well. Stay safe.
Very scary times, too similar to gestapo tactics. T is a criminal. The world knows that. Why the courts allow this to continue is pure negligence. How can regular citizens fight back without the fear of being rounded up or killed....this is how they subvert democracy. If state officials and others in power continue to sit back and watch we are doomed.
It must be disheartening for the U.S. athletes to absorb all of the world-wide hate for Trump. I was a soldier for 23 years and experienced similar. They can stand tall as a team and proceed honorably however. If asked, they can echo Hakeem Jeffries -- "F___ Donald Trump!" These are the Olympics. Keep that scumbag out of it!
Great as always!
I just do not understand why people do not see the election tampering coming. He has been so vocal about it.
In 2024 Trump urged “christians” to go out and vote. He said:"In four years, You don't have to vote again. We'll have it fixed so good. You're not going to have to vote."
Well, this time he didn’t lie. Trump is sure”fixing it” through intimidation and persecution of the press, abuse of power of federal agencies and using ICE to instill fear.
It is time for him and his cronies to go!
I watched the opening Winter Olympics ceremony and saw in the U.S. Olympic delegation a dignity that I long for in those who represent us. Trump, Vance and all their corrupt buddies do not.
I enjoy your analyses and comments.
Regarding the Olympic Games, I would like to point out that the American athletes were greeted with serious applause. It is when the cameras focused on JD Vance, that the powerful booing started.
American athletes were acknowledged and celebrated.
That's wonderful to know! We're SO PROUD of our Team USA, even if we're not so proud of our country & our "leaders."
Sharing this widely off-platform. Deeply concerned about ICE at the poles. I would love to escort voters into the polling places if they try this nonsense. I’m a 4’11” dumpling of a Cherokee grandmother on the rez. I’m more formidable than I look. 😉🪶
I truly enjoy your straightforward writing. Thank you for your insight.
One thing worth noting in regard to using investigations to intimidate regime opponents.
Who always benefits?
Who makes money, regardless of the outcome?
Lawyers.
The video was vile racist and disgusting. He should’ve apologized. He still should apologize. I think Hakeem Jeffries said it best. So what he said. Great reporting Olivia.
Great column. As always.
Every day we witness Americans who are human failures. We all know the usual suspects - Trump, Rubio, Homan and that gnome Bovino. And Lucknit who claimed he visited Ep's home once and was so repulsed he turned heel and ran. Oooooops. Those damn files, Howie
But today let's talk about Usha Vance. A lifelong liberal, as I understand, an intelligent woman who was a highly successful lawyer. She heard her husband call Trump 'America's Hitler', no doubt agreed with that, and now? Crickets.
FFS, she's a person of color, watching dutifully as the SC greenlights detaining people just based on their looks and getting beaten, sent to foreign detention camps and killed.
Yes, she's in a tough position as Second Lady, but that's of her own making. She married a creep and has watched him morph into America's Hitler #2. And just got preggers with his 4th.
But she still shows up, smiling, waving and for all the world looking like she's just fine with all this sh** from ICE on down. She's a Quisling. A Stockholm Syndrome patient. A human failure
For years Americans of both parties blasted Hillary for not kicking Bill to the curb. Where's the outrage now for Usha? Crickets. She deserves nothing but contempt