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In reply to the discussion: What will the Trump trial jury do now? [View all]Irish_Dem
(73,220 posts)41. I guess I have spent too many years up close and personal to human nature.
Over 40 years as a therapist gives me a unique glimpse into human foibles and faults.
It may be hard for ordinary people to understand that people often make decisions that go against self interest.
To answer your question, nope, lay people who live in a cozy bubble of reality don't always get through
to me when they are missing the very basics of human nature.
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This is a discussion forum and I am asking questions to provoke discussion and answers.
Irish_Dem
Jun 2024
#39
You keep saying that. Trump is threatening them with death & destruction. Hasn't that gotten thru to you at all?
Hekate
Jun 2024
#24
"Yes but there will be lucrative money deals offered? There will be a big temptation to go public."
Talitha
Jun 2024
#40
So what you are saying is that for your entertainment, other people should get doxxed & SWATted by insane MAGAts
Hekate
Jun 2024
#25
I didn't know that the judge told them they were free to do what they wanted.
Irish_Dem
Jun 2024
#43
If they have children they will hopefully think twice prior to raising their voice.
NoMoreRepugs
Jun 2024
#52