Say it ain't so! Sad to hear you're moving on Justin -- now who will spar with Ben on the Pod and give us the signature "adios"? Your contributions have been amazing over the years and I hope you keep the conversations flowing wherever you go.
Justin, you and every other commentator has missed and continues to miss the pick that is arguably Trump's worst. Tulsi Gabbard as DNI. Her ties to Russia guarantees the U.S.'s complete isolation from our allies. It cannot be overstated how truly horrible she will be.
Oh, i haven't missed her. I'm waiting to see what Republicans have to say about her. And Democrats. She's literally viewed as a Russian agent. How are they planning to justify giving her access to all of our classified information, including who all of our spies are?
The entire idea is ludicrous but how many times can the GOP say "No" before they cave?
My greatest fear, and I am an amateur in National Security matters at best, is she is going to get lost in all the noise from the other crappy candidates.
Thank you! I'm afraid circumstances have forced me to shift my attention to my doing my own newsletter on more of a full-time basis. I'll still be here on Substack, though. :)
Mr. Ogre, will you still be part of the weekly Round Table here? Also, I really dig your ogreness on your own substack...it's good work over there...and, yes, here too.
Say it ain't so! Sad to hear you're moving on Justin -- now who will spar with Ben on the Pod and give us the signature "adios"? Your contributions have been amazing over the years and I hope you keep the conversations flowing wherever you go.
Thank you so much! I'll be here on substack doing my own newsletter full time so I won't be disappearing forever. :)
I absolutely LOVE your writing. I was smiling all the way through then had to read it again for double the fun!
Thank you!
Justin, you and every other commentator has missed and continues to miss the pick that is arguably Trump's worst. Tulsi Gabbard as DNI. Her ties to Russia guarantees the U.S.'s complete isolation from our allies. It cannot be overstated how truly horrible she will be.
Oh, i haven't missed her. I'm waiting to see what Republicans have to say about her. And Democrats. She's literally viewed as a Russian agent. How are they planning to justify giving her access to all of our classified information, including who all of our spies are?
The entire idea is ludicrous but how many times can the GOP say "No" before they cave?
My greatest fear, and I am an amateur in National Security matters at best, is she is going to get lost in all the noise from the other crappy candidates.
Another great post! So very sorry to hear that you will be leaving. Where will you devote your considerable talents next?
Thank you! I'm afraid circumstances have forced me to shift my attention to my doing my own newsletter on more of a full-time basis. I'll still be here on Substack, though. :)
You're welcome and thanks for the info! I'll look for you on Substack. Is your handle The Opinionated Ogre?
Yuppers!
Wait what? Your time is drawing to a close? No!
As much as life will suck under the Orange Fuckwit regime, I still get to laugh at the witty writings of my fave Substack writers.
Please collaborate with Randy Rainbow if you are in the mood for the GOP Musical 🎶 They Blame to Hide Their Shame 🎶 Starring the lovely Bette Midler
hah! I am not worthy to hold Randy Rainbows microphone.
Mr. Ogre, will you still be part of the weekly Round Table here? Also, I really dig your ogreness on your own substack...it's good work over there...and, yes, here too.
"As my time here at The Banter comes to a close (New Years Eve, coincidentally, will be my swan song)"
Immediate first reaction: Wait. WHAT?? Vader-level "Nooooooo!"
Rapidly followed second reaction: No worries, he'll be focusing on his own column. (Relieved "Whew.")
Will you still be with Ben on the podcast?
Justin, did you write something else announcing your departure from the Banter, or was this the announcement?
This would be the first time I've mentioned it in a banter article.
Do you know where you are headed next?