My love for Ted Cruz died today

[Dr. Phosphorous]

I'm surprised you don't recognize the scam as he is just pretending to be someone he is not.

Agreed....it is very difficult for someone who went to Harvard Law School like Cruz to pretend that he is as dirt stupid as Trump and the rest of you MAGA bumpkins.

 

[Frankeneinstein]

A Texas wind told Rafael to make a statement defending the 1st Ammendment, then shut up about it after he gets a call from Trump breathing heavy & whispering, "primary Teddy, primary".

why are you telling me this? don't wanna spoil whatever it is you got going there but the second amendment is the one that needs defending.

 

[cnm]

Very good comparison.

Trump's mentor was infamous mob lawyer Roy Cohn, and it shows.

Chump learned mob speak perfectly.

 

[Clipper]

why are you telling me this? don't wanna spoil whatever it is you got going there but the second amendment is the one that needs defending.

You believe Rafael Cruz is going to do it & piss off Trump?

 

[beagle9]

I actually agree with Cruz, the government has no business in pressuring a network.

In light of the circumstances involved, someone has to take charge on behalf of the good citizen's of this country, so everything Trump does reflects the citizen's will in order to get justice against those that have traitorously mocked and ridiculed people like Charlie Kirk for a leftist purpose of gaining political clout with retribution against conservatives who stand with the Lord Christ, and sadly has had terrible long suffering for him.......

Wildly it's all because they lost an election, and they have since lost the people who were fooled by them over the years. These are terrible leftist being dealt with today in America (just terrible).

 

[toobfreak]

I never in my life thought that this turncoat would stab us conservatives in the back

There's a laugh--- you as a conservative.

Kimmel made blatant lies presented as factual aimed at incendiary speech designed to identify a peaceful conservative movement with a wildly detached far leftist murderous whackjob.

That ain't within a parsec of being "comedy."

Kimmel was already losing money with his show badly, at the end of a contract, and now costing his employer badly with violations of his contract.

Don't let the door hit you on the way out, Jimmy.

 

[cnm]

Anyway, Cruz is correct. We have to walk a fine line with speech. As for Kimmel, that is totally different as he violated the terms of ABCs broadcast license.

What terms? No lying?

They must violate those 'terms' most times they broadcast Chump.

 

[ThisIsMe]

I never in my life thought that this turncoat would stab us conservatives in the back by comparing Trump’s FCC chair to a mobster.
I would expect that from AOC.

Mod Edit: Keep the OP clean

https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2025/09/19/congress/cruz-calls-out-fcc-for-taking-down-jimmy-kimmel-00573159

I think Cruz got this one right...Just my opinion....

(dons flame retardant suit)

 

[cnm]

Kimmel made blatant lies

What were they?

What you really mean is: 'He hurt my fee fee.'

 

[Clipper]

There's a laugh--- you as a conservative.

Kimmel made blatant lies presented as factual aimed at incendiary speech designed to identify a peaceful conservative movement with a wildly detached far leftist murderous whackjob.

That ain't within a parsec of being "comedy."

Kimmel was already losing money with his show badly, at the end of a contract, and now costing his employer badly with violations of his contract.

Don't let the door hit you on the way out, Jimmy.

Oh geez, you got a sad because Kimmel rubbed the truth in your face, MAGA goober?

 

[TemplarKormac]

What terms? No lying?

They must violate those 'terms' most times they broadcast Chump.

Nope. If you'll give me just a sec, I'll show you.

 

[TemplarKormac]

What terms? No lying?

They must violate those 'terms' most times they broadcast Chump.

GROK:

"Public Interest Obligations Mentioned by FCC Chair Brendan Carr

In the context of his criticism of Jimmy Kimmel's comments on the Charlie Kirk assassination and the subsequent pressure on ABC and its affiliates, Carr repeatedly emphasized broadcasters' statutory duties under the Communications Act of 1934. He framed these as "unique" or "special" obligations tied to their use of public airwaves, distinguishing them from cable or online media. Below is a list of the specific public interest obligations he highlighted in recent statements (primarily from September 17-18, 2025):

• Serving the Needs and Values of Local Communities: Broadcasters must operate programming that aligns with and responds to the interests, needs, and values of their local audiences. Carr praised affiliates like Nexstar and Sinclair for preempting Jimmy Kimmel Live! as an exercise of this duty, stating they were "standing up to serve the interests of their community" and ensuring content "meets the needs and the values of our community."
  
  
• Avoiding Misleading the Public: Networks have a responsibility not to deliberately distort or mislead viewers on significant facts, particularly in politically charged events. Carr described Kimmel's remarks as an "intentional effort to directly mislead the American public about a significant fact," linking this to the broader public interest standard and the FCC's news distortion policy.
  
  
• Accountability and Enforcement of Non-Discrimination: Broadcasters must adhere to prohibitions on invidious discrimination (e.g., in DEI practices) and face scrutiny during license renewals if they fail to operate in the public interest. Carr has tied this to holding companies like Disney/ABC accountable, noting licenses are "not sacred cows" and the FCC will enforce these duties.
  

Carr argued that ABC failed these obligations through Kimmel's "sickest conduct possible," urging self-correction (e.g., suspensions or apologies) to avoid FCC action like investigations or license revocations.

He contrasted this with the FCC's past "walk[ing] away from enforcing that public interest obligation," claiming renewed enforcement benefits the country."

 

[Frankeneinstein]

Agreed....it is very difficult for someone who went to Harvard Law School like Cruz to pretend that he is as dirt stupid as Trump and the rest of you MAGA bumpkins.

Interesting, sounds like he could use a page from oddo's playbook, minus all the education of course, where his, as you put it, "dirt stupid" imitation was a lateral move as a sock account.

 

[westwall]

Except you aren’t a conservative, you never have been and you are a dishonest asshole, that is all you are.

Awww, c'mon, the commie from Conyers is a dyed in the wool repub......

 

[Frankeneinstein]

You believe Rafael Cruz is going to do it & piss off Trump?

dude, this is the first I'm even hearing about this, my post was about the OP's transparency.

 

[cnm]

GROK:

"Public Interest Obligations Mentioned by FCC Chair Brendan Carr

In the context of his criticism of Jimmy Kimmel's comments on the Charlie Kirk assassination and the subsequent pressure on ABC and its affiliates, Carr repeatedly emphasized broadcasters' statutory duties under the Communications Act of 1934. He framed these as "unique" or "special" obligations tied to their use of public airwaves, distinguishing them from cable or online media. Below is a list of the specific public interest obligations he highlighted in recent statements (primarily from September 17-18, 2025):

• Serving the Needs and Values of Local Communities: Broadcasters must operate programming that aligns with and responds to the interests, needs, and values of their local audiences. Carr praised affiliates like Nexstar and Sinclair for preempting Jimmy Kimmel Live! as an exercise of this duty, stating they were "standing up to serve the interests of their community" and ensuring content "meets the needs and the values of our community."
  
  
• Avoiding Misleading the Public: Networks have a responsibility not to deliberately distort or mislead viewers on significant facts, particularly in politically charged events. Carr described Kimmel's remarks as an "intentional effort to directly mislead the American public about a significant fact," linking this to the broader public interest standard and the FCC's news distortion policy.
  
  
• Accountability and Enforcement of Non-Discrimination: Broadcasters must adhere to prohibitions on invidious discrimination (e.g., in DEI practices) and face scrutiny during license renewals if they fail to operate in the public interest. Carr has tied this to holding companies like Disney/ABC accountable, noting licenses are "not sacred cows" and the FCC will enforce these duties.

Carr argued that ABC failed these obligations through Kimmel's "sickest conduct possible," urging self-correction (e.g., suspensions or apologies) to avoid FCC action like investigations or license revocations.

He contrasted this with the FCC's past "walk[ing] away from enforcing that public interest obligation," claiming renewed enforcement benefits the country."

What did Kimmel violate? I would like your opinion, not Carr's 'argument'.

​

“We hit some new lows over the weekend with the MAGA gang desperately trying to characterize this kid who murdered Charlie Kirk as anything other than one of them with everything they can to score political points from,” Kimmel said. “In between the finger pointing, there was grieving.”​

 

[beagle9]

The Free Market Is Mob Rule

In some cases (depending on the issue and supposed free market forces that are being politically exploited), we get what we get in mobs attempting to by pass the rules of the road, where as they want to take everyone through the farmers field where dust goes to flying and common sense goes right out of the window.

 

[Toddsterpatriot]

I never in my life thought that this turncoat would stab us conservatives in the back by comparing Trump’s FCC chair to a mobster.
I would expect that from AOC.

Mod Edit: Keep the OP clean

https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2025/09/19/congress/cruz-calls-out-fcc-for-taking-down-jimmy-kimmel-00573159

Your last 2 brain cells died today.

 

[Edgetho]

Don't buy this B.S. from a fake conservative who most likely always hated Cruz and Trump and the freaking United States for that matter. It's not worth an argument and you only demean yourself if you fall for this crap.

dimocrap scum are pathological liars.

A pathological liar is someone who compulsively and persistently tells elaborate, exaggerated lies without a clear benefit or reason, often creating fantastical stories that are easily disproven. This behavior, also known as pseudologia fantastica, is not a distinct diagnosis in the DSM-5 but is seen as a symptom of underlying mental health conditions such as personality disorders, trauma, or low self-esteem. While a pathological liar may seem convincing, they often show signs of defensiveness when confronted, repeat stories, and their words are inconsistent with their actions.
Key characteristics of a pathological liar:

• Compulsive lying:The need to lie becomes an ingrained habit, sometimes occurring more naturally than telling the truth.
• Elaborate and fantastical narratives:Lies are often dramatic, complex, and filled with colorful, exaggerated details about events that are unlikely to be true.
• Lack of clear motive: Unlike someone who lies for a specific gain or to avoid consequences, the pathological liar's lies often serve no discernible purpose.

 

[JustAGuy1]

I never in my life thought that this turncoat would stab us conservatives in the back by comparing Trump’s FCC chair to a mobster.
I would expect that from AOC.

Mod Edit: Keep the OP clean

https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2025/09/19/congress/cruz-calls-out-fcc-for-taking-down-jimmy-kimmel-00573159

Our Gov is a lie. Our "reality" is a lie. Knowing that does not change the profound disappointment in discovering this truth. Take a look at 1913 to start and then check it out year by year.