[Joanna Lytton-Vasey]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

I think this is still going on, but have decided to give up following it on a daily basis - I have children to raise - and just wait for the box set. There is a rumor, by the way, that Christopher Biggins will reprise his performance as the Emperor Nero in the BBC TV adaptation of I, Clavdivs, and play Boris Johnson.

[Joanna Lytton-Vasey]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

Brother WJB, I see that the Indians make a curious remark in the article you quoted:

Former Prime Minister John Major, himself a tall Conservative leader ...

I have looked up the respective heights of ex-PM Major (6 feet) and current PM Johnson (apparently a somewhat stunted 5'9"). They must consider this fact to be in some way pertinent to the current situation, I suppose, although they are wrong. Our Beloved Lord made it perfectly clear that the height of Eliab, son of Jesse, should not be taken into account when assessing leadership qualities:

1 Samuel 16:7 But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart.

[Didymus Much]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

...the next 3029 days...

Tick-tock.

Subtract off Summer recess and weekends and, of course, time for tiffin.

...we now have to subtract an additional five weeks or so...

[Isabella White]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

As it turns out, the British Queen still has a few powers invested in her monarchy that are rarely exercised - often only in an emergency that threatens the soverenty of the nation. It does bring up the question of whether we here in America should consider having such a monarchy for emergencies - and installing the House of Trump for such purposes.

Why, I think that's a splendid idea, dear Brother WilliamJenningsBryan! And I, for one, cannot wait for the marvellous Coronation of our -sent King President Trump!

A blessed evening to you, dear Brother WilliamJenningsBryan,
Sincerely, Isabella W.

[WilliamJenningsBryan]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

In 2016 Americans went to the voting booths and elected Donald Trump president. Ever since that time an evil cabal of Democrats, RINO's, MSM, deep staters, communists, and DC swamp elites have continuously conspired to undermine the presidency of Trump.

The British people voted for BREXIT, and a similar evil cabal conspired to undermine the will of the people for the last 3 years. Once again the people spoke and Boris Johnson is now in charge to carry out the will of the people, and once again the forces of darkness are trying to undermine the will of the British people. This all sounds familiar.

The Godly founders of America saw fit to eliminate any form of monarchy - knowing full well their history of starting wars and conspiring with popes to persecute True Christians™. Indeed, in modern day these Europaeon monarchs are often kept around as nothing more than a quaint Disneyesque tourist attraction to attract visitors and fill the pockets of tour guides. In the case of the British, the Queen presides over a laughable homer church pretending to be a state religion.

As it turns out, the British Queen still has a few powers invested in her monarchy that are rarely exercised - often only in an emergency that threatens the soverenty of the nation. It does bring up the question of whether we here in America should consider having such a monarchy for emergencies - and installing the House of Trump for such purposes.

Queen suspends British parliament on Boris Johnson’s advice allegedly to stop MPs from voting against no-deal Brexit
By JKR Staff - August 28, 2019

In an extraordinary development, the British Queen on Wednesday approved the Conservative government’s decision to suspend parliament in September allegedly to stop MPs from voting against the Brexit deal.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that a Queen’s Speech would take place after the suspension, on 14 October, to outline his ‘very exciting agenda,’ reported the BBC. The government’s decision to shut down parliament in September/October has caused a huge outcry among the country’s political class. Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said, “Suspending Parliament is not acceptable, it is not on. What the prime minister is doing is a smash and grab on our democracy to force through a no deal.”

Corbyn minced no words when he said that when MPs return to the Commons next Tuesday, ‘the first thing we’ll do is attempt legislation to prevent what (Boris Johnson) is doing’ followed by a vote of no-confidence.

The most scathing criticism for the government’s move to shut down the parliament came from the House of Commons’ Speaker John Bercow, who usually doesn’t comment on political decisions. Bercow on Wednesday, however, called the announcement a ‘constitutional outrage.’ He said, “However it is dressed up, it is blindingly obvious that the purpose of (suspending Parliament) now would be to stop (MPs) debating Brexit and performing its duty in shaping a course for the country.”

Former Prime Minister John Major, himself a tall Conservative leader, has threatened to approach the courts to stop the shutting down of parliament. Scottish Nationalist Party’s justice spokeswoman, Joanna Cherry, is also exploring similar legal challenge in the Scottish courts.

‘John Major said that he had ‘no doubt’ Johnson’s motive was to ‘bypass a sovereign Parliament that opposes his policy on Brexit.’

Johnson has promised to take the UK out of the EU by 31 October despite a majority of the House of Commons being opposed to a no-deal Brexit.

. . . .

http://www.jantakareporter.com/world/uk-goes-india-way-british-queen-approves-boris-johnsons-decision-to-suspend-parliament-allegedly-to-stop-mps-from-voting-on-brexit-deal/264319/

[Joanna Lytton-Vasey]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

Subtract off Summer recess and weekends and, of course, time for tiffin.

Well, Prime Minister Johnson has certainly "trumped" us all there, Dr Toole, with his latest ploy. Now that parliament has been prorogued (such a lovely word, with its suggestion of professional roguishness), we now have to subtract an additional five weeks or so. It is fortunate that they have nothing of importance to discuss.

I asked my dear husband to explain the technicalities of this, but he just said "In the name of Jesus, Joanna, can't you stop that benighted baby crying?" Well I could, so I did. But I don't like to ask again. If anyone can clear this up (in simple terms that even a women can understand) then I'd be interested to hear about it, as the younger boys are asking me to explain it to them. The older ones may well understand, but they are out spear-fishing.

One thing I do know is that PM Johnson is an unusual politician in that he studied Graeco-Roman practices at university. Might this turn out to be a good thing? (I am thinking of hand-to-hand combat, rather than more unsavory elements of the syllabus.) The Boris would definitely beat President Macaroon in a fight, though I wouldn't fancy his chances against Chancellor Merkel.

[Dr. Anthony J. Toole]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

Tick-tock.

Subtract off Summer recess and weekends and, of course, time for tiffin.

[Joanna Lytton-Vasey]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

Just off the top of my head, I can think of three solutions right now. In fact I can think of four, but I'm not counting bombing Ireland back into the Stone Age as I guess some people would find that unacceptable, if they noticed. But do they ask for my help? No.

[Didymus Much]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

...All they have to do is solve the Irish border issue in the next 30 29 days...

Tick-tock.

[Dr. Anthony J. Toole]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

Great news! Prime Minister Johnson has been touring Europe looking for support, without success. But at last Frau Merkel, the shaking woman who is (inexplicably) in charge of Germany, has provided him with a lifeline!!!!

It's a brilliant plan. All they have to do is solve the Irish border issue in the next 30 days. Boris has played this one like a genius. Such charm, such confidence. The young Princess Merkel can't help but fall at his feet.

[Joanna Lytton-Vasey]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

Great news! Prime Minister Johnson has been touring Europe looking for support, without success. But at last Frau Merkel, the shaking woman who is (inexplicably) in charge of Germany, has provided him with a lifeline!!!!

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has suggested an alternative to the Irish border backstop - a key Brexit sticking point - could be found within 30 days.

Huzzah! But wait ....

Speaking at a news conference alongside Prime Minister Boris Johnson in Berlin, she stressed it would be up to the UK to offer a workable plan.

The more foolish people in Britain are holding their breath, which will at least have the benefit of reducing the population.

[WilliamJenningsBryan]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

I fear that the complete pussification of Europe and the UK has progressed beyond the point of no return. When the British needed some cajones they had to turn to a woman - Margaret Thatcher. These days when they tried to turn to a woman they got a usless Theresa May - not to mention their "conservative" David Cameron turned out to be a thumb twiddling twit. Even in white flag waving France, it's hard to say what is going to happen with the Yellow Vest protests and Marine Le Pen.

You would think that somehow the protesters in the formerly British Hong Kong would be waiving the Union Jack and singing God Save the Queen - but no, they're waving the American flag and singing the Star Spangled Banner.

Hong Kong Protesters singing the American national anthem

It used to be called "Great" Britian - let's hope that Boris Johnson can don a Trump MAGA hat and do something about it.

[Dr. Anthony J. Toole]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

Quick refresh on Brexit news.

Prime Minister Mr. Cameron Mrs. May Mr. Johnson has righted the ship with pure confidence and boldness. The crucial issue of the day is whether or not to shut down the government until all the bad stuff goes away including some silly little treaty signed with Britain's former colony, Ireland. Meanwhile Britain's former colony, Hong Kong, is being assimilated by China in contravention to an important international treaty signed with Britain.

In a flex of its power, Britain warned China of serious consequences. Oh how China lolled. But this is just the start of the humiliating series of events. Coming up next is the last-minute extension request to the EU, which will be vetoed by France. Non merci.

Then there will be fawning to get trade deals. This will be the sweetest moment in hundreds of years for many countries. Donald Trump will address Parliament about his Greatest Deal in History crowned off with Mr. Johnson eating a plate of low grade battery chicken sterilized in chlorine. Mmm sweet. Shortly after, the Indian Prime Minister will get a trade deal providing 1 million Indians with high level work visas. The British will enjoy a decade of imported Indian bureaucratic decrepitude in the NHS, universities and all levels of government. The final, sweet moment will be about 15 years after the British has extracted every drop of humiliation, they will apply to rejoin the EU. The circle will be complete. My crystal ball indicates Britain will be accepted back in and everyone will be like WTF was that all about?!

[WilliamJenningsBryan]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

It's understandable that citizens in the UK are upset with their collection of feckless politicans for failure to follow through on the peoples will to Brexit and rid themselves of the socialist pin heads in Europe.

What's even more disconcerting is that those running to replace May are ignoring the emerging crisis of the trash piling up on the streets all over the UK.

[Joanna Lytton-Vasey]

Re: Which will last longer: Brexit dream or Trump presidency?

The current situation in Godless Britain is that candidates for the Prime Ministry have been culled to two: someone called Jeremy (not to be confused with the Labor leader who is called Jezza) and Brother President Trump's choice, former mayor of London and zip-wire ace Boris Johnson.

The contest now goes to a democratic vote of all members of his party who are still able to read the ballot paper, put pencil to paper and form a legible cross.

It was only yesterday evening at about 6 o'clock that the final two candidates were selected, but Boris's campaign is already showing strong Christian values. A mere six hours later, police were called to a "domestic altercation" at the apartment he shares with the soon-to-be-third-Mrs-Johnson. I guess telling her once was not enough? This will reassure those party members (approximately 100,000, mostly men over the age of 75) who have suffered from uppity women in their lives.

<As an aside, my mom called to say that the prospective-third-Mrs-J looks remarkably like a boy called Charlie Symonds who was (very briefly) a school-friend of my youngest brother. My dear father banished him from the house for suspected fairydom and my brother is now happily married and the father of several fine, hearty, handsome, clean-limbed boys.>