Torquay Gunner

So the Democrats don’t have anyone more electable than Biden amongst their 48 senators? The absolute state of US politics.

Spain were the stand out team throughout the tournament, but who is going to remember anyone else. Certainly not the other big nations like France, Germany, Portugal, The Netherlands, Italy or England. To say the overall standard was mediocre is an understatement. How much of that was down to the coaching, or a genuine lack of world- class talent.

Was there rioting after he won in 2016, as I can’t recall any?

Yes and I guess indoor venues would be more expensive. He’s obviously not shifting enough of those gold running shoes!

I find it hard to believe that those surrounding rooftops were not continually monitored.

He’s been lucky his entire life. I would like to think sooner or later his luck runs out.

Those people just need to read project 2025 and they might change their minds!

I can’t see this as being the last attempt on Trump’s life. Since he’s very much against gun control and defending their insane right to bear arms, he’s certainly stored up a fair bit of karma for himself.

Before Jan 6th I would have laughed it off. However, the project seems to advocate the unitary executive theory, which counters those checks and balances and argues that article 2 of the constitution allows the President to reshape and give the executive branch more power. Trump disavowing it tell’s it own story!

I think part of the problem is the long standing perception that Americans are quite parochial. There was a YouGov poll in 2021 that suggested that 38% of their citizens had never had a passport. Compare that to the 2021 census conducted here that stated 13.5% of the population did not have a passport. I appreciate that there are many social economic differences between the two countries, but the fact is millions of people in the US have never experienced any other culture but their own.

Minimum of 15 years for Gavin Plumb, think he got off lightly, with no pun intended. I am mystified how his weight is a mitigating factor, that’s problematic for him, but mitigation?

Just finished The Terror (season 1) absolutely riveting and beautifully acted television series. One of the best shows I’ve watched in years.

Moronic Maroon 5 (tribute act)

Not if your major objective is to keep Trump out of the White House, which I would imagine would be a strong motivator for most democrats or indeed many independents(hopefully).

I know Kane will start, but rather the mobility of Watkins or Toney.

It should be obvious to most that Biden is too old to run again and his mental acuity has declined markedly in the last four years. However, it is interesting that mainstream media largely ignores Trump's similar cognitive struggles. It is not just his usual rambling bulls*** about sharks etc, he actually glitches quite badly in most of his speeches ( so many on YouTube). He famously, when shown a photograph confused E Jean Carroll with his ex wife Marla Maples, when giving evidence at the civil trial. Imagine if that had been Biden. I hope Biden can be persuaded to step down, but it’s going to need a lot more democrats to come forward.

That’s nothing. Trump only recently realised that the pronoun us can also stand for United States!

I have yet to watch anything resembling what could be called a classic football match at this tournament. It’s been utter dullsville for me, so really hoping this one might provide some excitement. Surely France have to turn up at least one in this Euros don’t they.

The great Brian Moore, with Kevin Keegan.

Is that the one with the bump stock? Asking for a friend. 🫣

Just don’t ask Trump for his favourite verse, or anything else bible related!

If I was at that ground, pretty sure I would want my money back.

If England play Spain in the final, does that complete the full set of teams beginning with ‘S’? Can’t be asked to look it up!

I suppose they do have a fair bit in common, having both spent a decade at one club without winning feck all. 🤣

Commentators/pundits calling certain English players by their first name, how many times did Shearer say “Harry” last night. Same with Alexander- Arnold( admittedly bit more of a mouthful). You’re not their best mate for crying out loud!