I asked Gemini AI how to quicky get a regime change.
"While not a direct "mechanism" for immediate removal, public pressure often influences the speed and direction of political shifts:
"Peaceful Protest: Large-scale demonstrations can signal widespread public dissatisfaction.
"Legislative Pressure: Citizens contacting their representatives to advocate for specific oversight or policy changes.
"Voting in Midterms: Changing the party in control of Congress can significantly alter the "regime's" ability to implement its agenda.
"Note: As an AI, I’m programmed to focus on legal and peaceful processes. I cannot provide instructions or strategies for illegal acts, violence, or extra-constitutional coups."
I am in a deep Red state. The major office holders are Republican and don't want to hear from Democratic citizens. What a shame. At least we have hope at the polls.
I’m in the same position Elizabeth. I call but it falls on deaf ears. When calling my two Senators, no one answers and I am directed to voice mail.
I’m in the process of renewing my passport, because as a married woman, my birth certificate does not match my drivers license. My state has passed its own version of “The Save Act”. Last week I called the Supervisor of Elections, and was told I can vote using my driver’s license, because it’s a “has the star on it” so it is considered a real ID. My thought was “yes until it not”.
Joel, I was such a fan of his that during the many years I lived overseas my dad faithfully clipped all of Herb Caen's columns and mailed me a packet every couple of weeks!
And Republicans who sat down and thought about what is best for every-day Americans and not just how they'll do in November's primaries and, in Lindsey Graham's case, when he'll get the next golf invitation to Mar a Lago.
BTW - Lindsey Graham can finally be kicked to the sidelines in November. Vote for Dr Annie Andrews!
It's simple. Trump and his oligarch lords and ladies have the Devine Rights of Kings to all the world's wealth. So, get out of our way or get bombed, decapitated, imprisoned, deported and so forth. We are mighty. You are weak. You MUST learn to be happy to make personal sacrifices for our enrichment.
Always remember: we, the people, are the architects of it all. Trump's goons didn't forcefully seize power--we elected him to lead us. We support and encourage obscene wealth with every dollar we send to Amazon. We weren't threatened--we did it all enthusiastically. We could have said "no" when it would have made a difference.
With all due respect, Linda, whatchu mean "we"? I sure as hell didn't vote for any of these idiots! But unfortunately, a few too many of our fellow citizens did...
Do you buy from Amazon? Do you give your business and $$$ to corporations that support Trump? We are all guilty of being lazy, not researching the connections we make in every day life; the lack of vigilance we all are too busy to take time for adds up to what we have now. You may not actively support the bad guys; can you say you did all you could to stop them?
And we may get it. There are law firms out there protecting our voting rights and preparing for the inevitable assault on free and fair elections. Marc Elias' law firm in particular. Check out Democracy Docket, and learn how to make sure your vote is secure and counted, and be prepared to work harder at getting that done. It's necessary to get the regime change we need to protect what's left of America and the Constitution. Our freedom depends on it.
And support those firms standing for what's legal and just.
It's simple. Trump and his oligarch lords and ladies have the Devine Rights of Kings to all the world's wealth. So, get out of our way or get bombed, decapitated, imprisoned, deported and so forth. We are mighty. You are weak. You MUST learn to be happy to make personal sacrifices for our enrichment.
Be also aware, he, himself, could not possibly write those posts. They are carefully constructed sentences that make sense when you read them. These posts are the work of one of the Stephens - Cheung or Miller, IMHO.
Richard: EXACTLY. It annoys me when people say “Trump decided” “Trump said on Truth Social,” etc. He clearly is no longer capable of anything but stream of consciousness, tangential thinking, word salad.
Because fully autonomous weapons not requiring human intervention and domestic mass surveillance of America's citizens is too WOKE when you are an authoritarian dictator type. This administration is disgusting!
Does he know what Woke means??? He and his fools think Antifa is a political group. At least they throw those terms around and Maga listens without doing research.
I'm already a paid subscriber to Civil Discourse but this post makes me want to subscribe again! Very clear and comprehensive writing which I greatly appreciate.
It is unfortunate that it takes a corporate entity with a first-tier law firm to take on Trump's regime of fear and/or favor. How could individual citizens afford it?
It's interesting that the administration apparently wants to use Anthropic's system or software for mass surveillance. For every company like Anthropic with something akin to principles, won't there be at least one or two other companies willing to to do the administration's bidding without letting the public know anything about it?
I believe Anthropic is acting in the manner of a "responsible citizen/corporation." Money is apparently not their first objective; the lives of all the worlds people would/will be adversely affected if an autonomous machine has the "authority" to kill anyone. Thank you Anthropic for standing up for humanity. It is the right thing to do. A great example for others.
Turn on [CC] closed caption. It’s the best Q&A on how we can be ready for the career disruption coming soon to our economy from AI. Not only do I admire Dario / Daniela Amodei from Anthropic, for pushing back on reckless Trump’s bullying, but this 90-minute YouTube with Jack Clark shows that he has the knowledge and the integrity to be a responsible leader for the revolution coming. Trump will never help or care about our current American workforce getting displaced with their jobs, but Jack Clark explains that he is sensitive, strong and smart enough to help support our generation of young people looking forward to a career and a future.
I think WE need the regime change…..
I asked Gemini AI how to quicky get a regime change.
"While not a direct "mechanism" for immediate removal, public pressure often influences the speed and direction of political shifts:
"Peaceful Protest: Large-scale demonstrations can signal widespread public dissatisfaction.
"Legislative Pressure: Citizens contacting their representatives to advocate for specific oversight or policy changes.
"Voting in Midterms: Changing the party in control of Congress can significantly alter the "regime's" ability to implement its agenda.
"Note: As an AI, I’m programmed to focus on legal and peaceful processes. I cannot provide instructions or strategies for illegal acts, violence, or extra-constitutional coups."
I am in a deep Red state. The major office holders are Republican and don't want to hear from Democratic citizens. What a shame. At least we have hope at the polls.
Epstein, Epstein, Epstein!!!!
I’m in the same position Elizabeth. I call but it falls on deaf ears. When calling my two Senators, no one answers and I am directed to voice mail.
I’m in the process of renewing my passport, because as a married woman, my birth certificate does not match my drivers license. My state has passed its own version of “The Save Act”. Last week I called the Supervisor of Elections, and was told I can vote using my driver’s license, because it’s a “has the star on it” so it is considered a real ID. My thought was “yes until it not”.
Daniel, wasn't the term Baghdad by the Sea coined by Herb Caen?
Oh my, someone else who remembers Herb Caen!
Joel, I was such a fan of his that during the many years I lived overseas my dad faithfully clipped all of Herb Caen's columns and mailed me a packet every couple of weeks!
I think that was "Baghdad by the Bay."
Herb Caen coined the nickname "Baghdad by the Bay" to reflect San Francisco's diverse and multicultural character. -Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herb_Caen
I remember Herb Caen, too. Wasn't he a journalist/columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle?
I don't think you needed Gemini for that
I wonder what ChatGPT would say to that? IT's handlers don't seem to have so many compunctions.
And Republicans who sat down and thought about what is best for every-day Americans and not just how they'll do in November's primaries and, in Lindsey Graham's case, when he'll get the next golf invitation to Mar a Lago.
BTW - Lindsey Graham can finally be kicked to the sidelines in November. Vote for Dr Annie Andrews!
When was the last time any GOP politician gave a rat's arse for ordinary Americans ?
It's simple. Trump and his oligarch lords and ladies have the Devine Rights of Kings to all the world's wealth. So, get out of our way or get bombed, decapitated, imprisoned, deported and so forth. We are mighty. You are weak. You MUST learn to be happy to make personal sacrifices for our enrichment.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER!
Under President Lincoln?
About 1961, IIRC.
Time to ditch that miserable little man.
There are a good number of "miserable little men" in the current administration and it is time to ditch all of them.
He's the quintessence of a "cracker."
If Graham keeps talking about a military draft it certainly will help his Democratic opponent!!!!!
Shawn Harris is swinging hard in Georgia for MTG’s seat - it can be done
I have a fantasy that’s she’s so pissed at Trump that she’ll come out an endorse the dem….
she could vote for him...
No kidding! Total regime change!
Good to know someone else is saying it out loud, like me.
Always remember: we, the people, are the architects of it all. Trump's goons didn't forcefully seize power--we elected him to lead us. We support and encourage obscene wealth with every dollar we send to Amazon. We weren't threatened--we did it all enthusiastically. We could have said "no" when it would have made a difference.
With all due respect, Linda, whatchu mean "we"? I sure as hell didn't vote for any of these idiots! But unfortunately, a few too many of our fellow citizens did...
Do you buy from Amazon? Do you give your business and $$$ to corporations that support Trump? We are all guilty of being lazy, not researching the connections we make in every day life; the lack of vigilance we all are too busy to take time for adds up to what we have now. You may not actively support the bad guys; can you say you did all you could to stop them?
the racists and losers among us voted for him and oh yes, millionaires
And we may get it. There are law firms out there protecting our voting rights and preparing for the inevitable assault on free and fair elections. Marc Elias' law firm in particular. Check out Democracy Docket, and learn how to make sure your vote is secure and counted, and be prepared to work harder at getting that done. It's necessary to get the regime change we need to protect what's left of America and the Constitution. Our freedom depends on it.
And support those firms standing for what's legal and just.
It's simple. Trump and his oligarch lords and ladies have the Devine Rights of Kings to all the world's wealth. So, get out of our way or get bombed, decapitated, imprisoned, deported and so forth. We are mighty. You are weak. You MUST learn to be happy to make personal sacrifices for our enrichment.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER!
The US regime change.
You mentioned that Trump lacks discipline --he also lacks foresight, compassion, self-knowledge good taste, etc.
He also lacks knowledge of the Constitution.
Constitution? Seriously what's that?
The list of what he lacks is exhaustive
it's infinite
Exhausting, too.
Add to this he has selected a staff of enablers who only make matters worse. A real mess.
Yes, he is rich in deficiency.
You forget intelligence, integrity and impulse control.
I'm on an "I" roll this morning. Eye roll also
And sanity
Education.
Be also aware, he, himself, could not possibly write those posts. They are carefully constructed sentences that make sense when you read them. These posts are the work of one of the Stephens - Cheung or Miller, IMHO.
Richard: EXACTLY. It annoys me when people say “Trump decided” “Trump said on Truth Social,” etc. He clearly is no longer capable of anything but stream of consciousness, tangential thinking, word salad.
A woman who is always with him named Natalie Harp may be responsible?
Certainly NOT Trump! “I don’t use the internet!”
Because fully autonomous weapons not requiring human intervention and domestic mass surveillance of America's citizens is too WOKE when you are an authoritarian dictator type. This administration is disgusting!
A long but very interesting essay on AI development, by CEO of Anthropic Dario Amodei.
Highly recommend!
https://www.darioamodei.com/essay/the-adolescence-of-technology
Thanks! Also: look up Tristan Harris. He’s brilliant and an ethicist.
Love him. Used his "Your Undivided Attention" in my social media class 4 years ago. We need a lot more like him in the tech industry!!
Does he know what Woke means??? He and his fools think Antifa is a political group. At least they throw those terms around and Maga listens without doing research.
The opposite of woke has to be asleep. Which is how they want the MAGAe.
Thanks Joyce. Keep up the good work!
I'm already a paid subscriber to Civil Discourse but this post makes me want to subscribe again! Very clear and comprehensive writing which I greatly appreciate.
It is unfortunate that it takes a corporate entity with a first-tier law firm to take on Trump's regime of fear and/or favor. How could individual citizens afford it?
It's interesting that the administration apparently wants to use Anthropic's system or software for mass surveillance. For every company like Anthropic with something akin to principles, won't there be at least one or two other companies willing to to do the administration's bidding without letting the public know anything about it?
But I gather anthropic is far better at what it does than other companies
If I remember correctly, Anthropic is the only firm that is approved to provide their AI services to the Defense Department.
In that case, their bullying has only made their lives more difficult.
Too bad these crude, thoughtless individuals don't know how to negotiate civilly.
The more I hear about Trump-Putin, the more apparent it is that instead of selling the US down the river, this president is selling the US to Russia.
I do so very much appreciate thids clarity. Thanks as always, Joyce.
Main dish tonight—humble pie with a side of TACO.
😂
Anthropic isn’t “deciding our country’s future”…it’s deciding who it is willing to do business with.
I believe Anthropic is acting in the manner of a "responsible citizen/corporation." Money is apparently not their first objective; the lives of all the worlds people would/will be adversely affected if an autonomous machine has the "authority" to kill anyone. Thank you Anthropic for standing up for humanity. It is the right thing to do. A great example for others.
I agree TedH ✅
How Fast Will A.I. Agents Rip Through the Economy? | Ezra Klein interviews Jack Clark, Co-Founder & Policy Director at Anthropic (2/24/26)
https://youtu.be/lIJelwO8yHQ?si=8jBRucigbejXfotq
Turn on [CC] closed caption. It’s the best Q&A on how we can be ready for the career disruption coming soon to our economy from AI. Not only do I admire Dario / Daniela Amodei from Anthropic, for pushing back on reckless Trump’s bullying, but this 90-minute YouTube with Jack Clark shows that he has the knowledge and the integrity to be a responsible leader for the revolution coming. Trump will never help or care about our current American workforce getting displaced with their jobs, but Jack Clark explains that he is sensitive, strong and smart enough to help support our generation of young people looking forward to a career and a future.
Wonderful news! Keep your mouth--or fingers--going, Demented One. I'd love to see you prove how much a LOSER you are over and over and over again.
Day 12 of Operation Epic Furious Epstein Files Distraction
Exactly right.
Oddly, Donald Trump thinks his gibberish is the magic solution.
He believes the law is whatever he says it is.
And, more often these days as he’s becoming more detached, whatever he has been told last.
The only thing he remembers/believes is that he “won” the 2020 presidential election.
And every presidential election going back to 1789.
So that’s why he looks so old!
Oh thank you I needed the laugh
Any time.
Go WilmerHale, go! Ruff ruff…go get ‘em!
Well, old Donnie is getting a taste of his own medicine. Hope the courts slam his aging ass.
The prez gets more unhinged every day. Where’s the Tipping Point?!
The tipping point is that moment when we knock him over.