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Trish's avatar

I desperately want you to be right about this Jenna!

Jennifer Beebe's avatar

Me too! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Mary Ann Caton's avatar

Actually, I think Jenna (and Jeff Childers who is on the “Trump punked the Dems again “ side) have figured it out. If you really think about it, no other explanation makes sense.

Trish's avatar

I agree

llaw555's avatar

I think we all do. After listening to the 2021 RFK podcast with Whitney Web, I’m feeling a little overwhelmed. I have always found if you want REAL information, on a subject, go back a few years before they’re trying to convince you to buy their agenda. I remember reading about the mRNA vaccines in science journals way before Covid and no one recommended its use.

KatWarrior's avatar

Include me, please!

Juju's avatar

I ALWAYS say “you guys”. I’ve referred to friends and foes that way since I was six years old. I never saw a masculine bent to using it and neither did anyone else I grew up with. We all said it. That’s an old habit I will never break. Ima guy, yurra guy, he’s a guy, she’s a guy, … c’mon you guys we’re all guys.

Jenna McCarthy's avatar

I never gave it a second thought either until someone commented HERE of all places that it was sexist… I guess if you go around looking for reasons to be offended, you will always find a few…

Scott's avatar

They have advanced degrees from elite universities in finding offense.

Becky Truesdell's avatar

It's the original "they/them pronoun.

"You guys / Us guys"

I will never stop using it.

Dude, I can't. It's baked in to my stupid GenX brain.

Glitterpuppy's avatar

Well, at least you have a brain. Weeuns be missing brains y’all got… move south and have fun…

Tonee norman's avatar

Quite a few years ago,I volunteered in a convalescent hospital, to give friendship to shut ins without families or visitors (Through LITA,before you had to get shots to go inside the dreadful rooms)

Anyway,I was constantly saying “you guys wanna do this? You guys wanna do that?”. Most of the inmates were very old women,and,I ,also,never gave it a second thought. Imagine my surprise when Two wheelchair bound ladies cornered me,angry,saying “ We are NOT guys!”.. I apologized,saying it’s just something general,not personal. But,I was more careful with my words,around that place…..However,I continue to say “you guys “ to any groups I’m might be speaking to,these days,and,surprisingly,have not had any blowback…🤷🏻‍♀️

I think it’s a silly thing for someone to take offense with…

Glitterpuppy's avatar

Agree from a y’all guy…

Jim Moore's avatar

🙄 Dear whomever made a stink out of J’s innocent non-binary* use of the title “guys” … Here are some GUYS exercises to work out the kinks in your dormant brain:

“Go pound sand.”

“Take a long walk off a short pier.”“Take a hike.”

“Go (whatever it takes to set yourself free) yourself!”

You’re welcome.

*Pardon any misuse of the word binary, a word that only recently became trendy in the context of the whole gender insanity …

Alicia's avatar

Was it The Electric Company intro that started: “hey, you guys!!!!”(?) pbs. I loved that show.

Copernicus's avatar

"You guys" is the plural form of "you." 😂

Michael's avatar

Who knew that a term that basically means "everyone" would get slammed for not being inclusive enough.

chris birch's avatar

The plural form of "you" is "you".

M Bagwell's avatar

“Y’all” is a better option than “you guys.” It cannot be identified as referring to either of the two actual scientifically recognized genders. It can be used in a singular or plural sense. And it has a certain laid-back Southern charm to it, similar to “bless their heart.”

Eli's avatar

Our grandson now calls everyone, male and female, "bro." It must be the new "you guys" I like it :)

Graphite's avatar

Don't they say that 'offence is taken, not given' ?

Valerie's avatar

Same for me, Juju! It was just the plural form of ‘you’ where I grew up. I’ve lived in TX most of my adult life, though, and how I say ‘y’all most of the time.

Tonee norman's avatar

And,if you are from New York,it’s “youse guys “..

Melony's avatar

Or if you're from NJ. A friend in college from New Jersey would say it that way. I thought it sounded crazy, just like she thought I sounded like a freak when I said y'all. I'm originally from Georgia after all, y'all!😆

Tim Pallies's avatar

Magnum always addressed small groups in that way, with or without a female present. But life was a whole lot more sane back then.

Roberta Stack's avatar

I guess I’m old school because I’m not fond of “you guys” when I’m spoken to by service people or or sales people. It feels disrespectful to as an older woman. I’ve always felt this way, particularly as I get even older. In a large group it’s ok but when I’m just with one other woman, it feels cringy.

Jenna McCarthy's avatar

You’re entitled! I guess I just don’t really think about it. My husband calls me dude sometimes, again never really noticed it until one day my brother was like, “did he just call you dude?“ 🤣 (Hub is from California… What can I say?)

Juju's avatar

My son calls me bruh, in public too sometimes 🤣. I ended up buying a t-shirt that says “Ma, Mom, Momma, Bruh”. Lol

Scott's avatar

I'm with you here. It should only be used between friends or in more casual settings. I may have used it in the classroom, however. Seemed okay there. Okay, guys, turn to page 213.

Roberta Stack's avatar

Agree, and it’s all about context as well.

JCrutcher's avatar

It's more of treating others as you want to be treated. I'm flexible.

Patti F's avatar

I've never known anyone to be upset by that phrase. I say it all the time and will continue to do so. It's a generic term. Period.

JudyC's avatar

“You guys” dilemma solved, the Southern way! Simply use “y’all” like any good Texan will tell ya!

Mary Sholl's avatar

Or the ever popular = “Youse guys,”

Glitterpuppy's avatar

Uh, no, we’re not all guys. My frame of reference is growing up in the south. I know, I know, blah, blah. But, it’s ok, I guess. A lot more stuff is important, for sure. Y’all are welcome. And especially you guys…

Mary Ann Caton's avatar

That’s my go-to also. I even call my lady friends in my Bible study group “guys”.

Andy's avatar

I’ve subscribed to the “troll” option from day one. The Musk/Trump breakup is part of their game.

🌱Nard🙏's avatar

He’s been spot on with EVERYTHING so far. I can’t see him making such an obvious blunder…I’ve been on the troll train for a while. Hope I didn’t hop on the wrong one..!

GravityRx's avatar

I always defer to the cat laser theory. I too believe Musk/Trump was theater from the get-go. It was just too perfect of a setup. Including the America Party.

Hindsight is always Trump Was Right!

Meantime I'm enjoying the bleacher seats. Lobster mini-season is next week. Which is Easter Egg hunting for me. Off screen and in the water. Marathon, Florida.

Rosalind McGill's avatar

Enjoy! I’m in Alva.

MS's avatar

Totally agree that the breakup is all staged. Elon desperately wants to makeover his image to be seen as centrist again rather than MAGA so he can sell Tesla's to all.

Not sure though if the Epstein thing was part of that plan or just came up opportunistically. But same difference.

Vee's avatar

Happy Friday y'all! So... Trump 4D chess again? It would be nice if this were true, but I think it is exceedingly unlikely given what we know about Trump's previous relationship with Epstein and how he basically just treated the entire US population and the rest of the public like toddlers.

The more likely explanation is that the Epstein issue is just a small peek into how this government and many western governments around the world are controlled by blackmail operations led by the intelligence agencies that have their fingerprints all over other operations that make this world a darker place. 9/11, school shootings, warp speed, covid, the ongoing wars and threats of terrorism, and the never ending psychological operations that keep us all distracted, divided, and living confused and in fear.

Hopefully I'm wrong though. Have a great weekend everyone! 😁

Jenna McCarthy's avatar

Like I said, I thought it was a fun theory to explore… And I would love it to be accurate!🤣🤣🤣

Benj's avatar

Well, it doesn't make sense, because Trump had always been vocally in favor of releasing the list. If he were on the list, he would know that, having been privy to the fact that he was there by virtue of his own lived experience.

Why would he set up his own downfall?

Doug's avatar

If Trump was on the list, that would have saved the Dems a lot of time and effort trying to assassinate him physically and reputationally during his 2024 campaign. They could have just culled the damning pages out of the Epstein archive and leaked them to the NYT for an "explosive expose" - it would have killed his chances of re-election.

Vee's avatar

You're right, it doesn't make any sense unless he's a puppet (which he is) and/or he's being blackmailed (which he probably is). When you're being blackmailed, nothing is off the table.

Richard schoenenberger's avatar

What really gets me is how shameless the left actually is... they were in possession of and complete control of said ' list' for years.

Now they have found religion?

Donna in MO's avatar

Which is why the left saying 'oh he is not releasing the list because he is on it' is PROOF that they come from a place of ZERO critical thinking. With 4 years of power and throwing everything at the wall in hopes of something sticking ya think if there was something there 'there' they would not have rolled that out already!?

Russ Diamond's avatar

I'd love to agree with you, and would dance in the streets if it unfolds like that, but I will not alter my life pattern to spend any more energy on it than posting this comment here!

Janet's avatar

I’m with you. Have a good day.

Rosie Cotton's avatar

Oh boy!!!

THIS + Jeff Childer’s take = BEST GUESS!!!

And man Jenna, I’m ALL for the Elon addition - that is the BEST spicy take!! YESSSSSSS!!

Now it all makes sense - Elon’s adolescent antics didn’t make sense, even for him, but THIS makes all the sense in the world!

And I bet he and Trump had a blast planning and executing their faux feud!😂😂😂

Denise Lewis's avatar

It’s interesting that you bring up the timing of the Elon Musk break up. All along I felt like there was something behind that. It was all just too weird.

Bridget's avatar

It's all too much. Right now I'm just over here with my hands over my ears, "Just let me know when it's over." This is the only explanation I've seen that lets my eyes relax in their sockets. It's the only thing that makes any sense at all. (Probably not true...but let's hope it is)

Claudia's avatar

I had the same thought actually but then I countered (with myself) that Trump could just release the file there’s nobody he hast to get approval from. And there’s so much! Two trials, the evidence from the island and his other residence, witness testimony, client list, “the files“, video footage…. Prince Andrew, the Clintons…. There is so much.

Getting everyone on board to shop for it would be brilliant! I see a lot of people saying I’m tired of hearing about it starts to feel like(the lack of) storm, relief, and other disasters. We’re getting numb.

My greatest fear is that it’s one 1-D checkers .

Bridget's avatar

I wish 1D checkers didn't make me LOL, but it's funny bc it's (maybe) true.

Claudia's avatar

And…. We can’t seem to do anything in this country without Netanyahu…

DJL's avatar

Yes, dear girl, I think you’ve got it! I’ve been saying there’s more to this than what we are seeing on mainstream media. Let the dust settle and watch the cockroaches scurry for cover. This is gonna be fun 😎

Heather B's avatar

I just proposed this exact scenario to my husband last night, after watching the Left demand the list. And as a bonus, now Elon might get back his popularity and money from the Left, as they quit bombing Tesla dealerships, buy Teslas, and Tesla stock, which I floated as a theory last week on my own stack.

Penny North's avatar

“Step 3: Watch in real time as the entire Democratic establishment—who previously treated Epstein’s client list like it was Hunter Biden’s Laptop’s ugly step-calculator—suddenly transform into transparency zealots with the urgency of a TMZ reporter spotting Taylor Swift at a Buc-ee’s. “

😂. Your best yet this year!

And, you convinced me. I think you’re right!

Jenna McCarthy's avatar

☺️🙏🤣

SteveO's avatar

You always have a good sense about things and this theory I can once again agree with you. I also think that something else I read was that if the President were to haphazardly release lots of info on people who, just because they were seen with or associated at gala's with Epstein would hurt too many otherwise innocent bystanders. And he could be impeached or something more drastic. But if he gets the Congress Demon Rats to call for it. He can just say it was their doing, he tried to do it the correct way in behind the scenes individually checking their stories and history without the media fanfare.

Jpeach's avatar

I’ve read countless articles from high level experts, with their take on the Epstein Saga. I like your take the BEST. Trump and Netanyahu pulled off a similar con on Iran. It would be glorious if Trump Bunker Busted the Democrats and Deep State. Exposing their yen for Pedophilia, Blackmail and Deception.

Jenna McCarthy's avatar

It’s sort of how I feel when people ask, “what do you believe happens after you die?“ I’m genuinely not sure if my answer is what I BELIEVE, or what I HOPE. I guess sometimes they are the same thing. 😉

JLHov's avatar

Heaven is not an automatic destination.

Steven Bradford's avatar

People say Trump plays 3D chess while Democrats are playing checkers; this would be 5D.

David Nelson's avatar

I think you're on to something:

"It could backfire."

IF he did plan it, it did just that.

(He should note-to-self that serving up Nothing-burgers to people he now calls "stupid" after inviting them over for free Whoppers is going to backfire Every Single Time. Trying to guess what's next? "COVID vax actually cures athlete's foot." "You want a hoax? Biden's faking dementia!")

Tim Pallies's avatar

Damn good fake if he is!

David Nelson's avatar

I'm considering that I am already being asked to accept that Donald Trump is in the midst of an Oscar-winning performance. "Yes, I suppose; it could be--on the other hand, a simpler answer is that..."