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posted ago by Earthworm_Djinn ago by Earthworm_Djinn +922 / -0

Hey folks. Born and raised democrat here. It’s taken me 33 years, sadly, to deprogram enough to be here - but I’m finally here.

Thank you guys. This probably sounds absurd, but these past few years under Trump have woken me up to the fucking monsters many of my supposed progressive friends are. They don’t want progress, they don’t truly care who lives or dies. The establishment’s shroud is ripping a little bit at the seams.

Last week I quit my job of 6 years at a non-profit (that gets a tri-county milage) to pound the pavement and get my small video production company off the ground.

Every single Democrat friend of mine tried to warn, scare, or stop me because of shit like not having insurance anymore, etc.

Every single Republican friend of mine has been incredibly supportive and happy to collaborate.

I’ve been a fool, and really fucking wish I could take back voting for Clinton. Hopefully voting for Trump in 2020 will help make up for it.

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Wrexxis780 101 points ago +102 / -1

Great job on getting your own company running. Small businesses are great for the country. Luckily, we dodged a bullet in 2016, but now you get to help us dodge a Joepedo in 2020

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SlumLordOfTheFlies 55 points ago +55 / -0

Nobody wants to get hit by the JoePedo

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Poobin420 21 points ago +21 / -0

Well...I hear 0bama is into that sort of thing.

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45isthebomb 8 points ago +8 / -0

Ahhh that feeling when you start your own business. Somewhere between joy and terror. It's that feeling of terror (failure) that will drive you to be successful. Work hard Pede. Good luck.

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Barbs 71 points ago +71 / -0

A lot of us are ex-Democrats. The thing the media never mentions is we’re not a monolithic bloc, and even though we unite behind MAGA we’re a really diverse group of people. You’ll find all types here.

Welcome aboard.

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18-to-life 36 points ago +36 / -0

It’s great. We’re allowed to have our own opinions here!

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WassermanSchultz 28 points ago +29 / -1

That's just, like, your opinion, man.

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oxygen 10 points ago +10 / -0

Yep. Independent, libertarian leaning here. Ron Paul supporter 2012, Rand Paul 2016 primaries, Trump 2016 presidential and Trump 2020.

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Axelham 46 points ago +47 / -1

It takes a big pair to admit something like that, so respect.

Starting your own company cant be easy, but ultimately we want you to be successful. You're one of the job creators now, making something out of what was seemingly nothing before. I want to see government step out of your way so you can be your best self.

There's no need to feel down about the loss or the 2016 election, all that matters is that you get back up and try again.

Keep your head about you, and you'll be just fine!

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SchiffsFifthFacelift 33 points ago +33 / -0

Welcome aboard!

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TrumpsWall 21 points ago +21 / -0

Get this patriot a coat!

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tufftoffee 12 points ago +12 / -0

Mods said bots are next on the list of things to add. Don't fret!

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MycologyofMAGA 4 points ago +4 / -0

THANK GOD

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Monkey_Scrotum_Fever 27 points ago +28 / -1

As is tradition, you must disavow.

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Earthworm_Djinn [S] 7 points ago +7 / -0

I’m just waking up here (literally and figuratively), could you guys point me toward some detail on what you mean? Disavow the dems or something? I’m very likely happy to do this, yes.

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Monkey_Scrotum_Fever 3 points ago +3 / -0

Yes. You must disavow the Dim party and any candidates you previously supported. Then you get your coat.

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Those_Who_Wander 24 points ago +24 / -0

Welcome! Best of luck with your company. Entrepreneurship is incredibly important to a society. I hope all goes well. I campaigned for Bernie in 2016, so I know the feeling of polical remorse. It's never too late to MAGA.

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ChaplainTappman 21 points ago +22 / -1

Welcome! I was on the Bernie boat in 2015, was even a caucus delegate, then had my own awakening before the election. You are among friends!

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TychoDurandal 19 points ago +19 / -0

You don’t owe anyone an explanation for anything. The fact you’re here is enough. I hope your endeavor succeeds and that your faith in yourself is rewarded.

Well done!

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commies0ride0free 13 points ago +13 / -0

Welcome! Hope all the best to you in your business, awesome job stepping out!

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thelastlast 7 points ago +7 / -0

welcome. many of us were wrong too. just in time to get right.

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thewordwolf 7 points ago +11 / -4

Now THIS is what I'm talking about!

Do you disavow?

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LikeAWombatScorned 6 points ago +6 / -0

Get this patriot a coat and a brick!

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jdovejr 9 points ago +9 / -0

They get an old ass members only jacket and a can of play doe. I’m filling in for CoatBot.

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CaptainAHab 5 points ago +5 / -0

Welcome!

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loric4882 4 points ago +4 / -0

Take a seat on the Trump Train

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TrudopesEyebrow 5 points ago +5 / -0

Welcome to the common sense side of politics and good luck with your start up, you’ll do great.

MAGA

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sciencebeforegod 5 points ago +5 / -0

Progressives = Regressives

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Groz699 4 points ago +4 / -0

Welcome brother! We shall show you the way of the MAGA!

All PRAISE be unto kek and his messenger; Donald J. Trump

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KeepMarxInTheGround 4 points ago +4 / -0

Hey... Can we get this new pede a coat?....

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Stepheddit 4 points ago +4 / -0

They thrive on fear. Welcome, fear not.

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wharfthrowaway 4 points ago +4 / -0

I went from Ron Paul 2012 to Bernie 2016 (voted Trump in the general), to Trump Train, you're not alone.

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verminform 4 points ago +4 / -0

It will.

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QuantumRemedy 4 points ago +4 / -0

2024 could be a profound moment of disarray for Trump supporters depending on the nominee (please Jesue, send us someone like Rand Paul). So make sure you dont get disillusioned or default to some comfort zone at that point. Dont just keep an open mind but pay attention to the establishment and make a choice that you think is worse for them even if it's not who you want personally. We don't win if we let the establishment buy us.

InfoWars may not be your thing but if you ever think you might need a perspective check, Alex Jones knows what's up even if he's wrong or misdirected sometimes.

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Mandy 4 points ago +4 / -0

We aren't a bad group of people to hang with

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remember1776 4 points ago +4 / -0

Fucking welcome, it’s never too late, we’re all glad you’re here

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redstampede 4 points ago +4 / -0

Welcome aboard the Trump train! Caution: it has NO BRAKES.

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Oda_nicullah 4 points ago +4 / -0

Welcome home my friend. I was there with a Obama’s first term.

You’ll like it here...it’s warm and hilarious

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Tank 4 points ago +4 / -0

Welcome to the "Real". Good luck with the business. Remember, fourth quadrant as soon as you can.

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1776FeetHigher 4 points ago +4 / -0

Welcome Pede! Plenty of coats to go around. Glad you're finding support and success. KAG!

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Varangian 3 points ago +3 / -0

Prodigals welcome here. It’s a party in your honor. We’ll chuck a fatted calf into a van on your behalf. Have a brick, and a coat.

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BeefSupreme29 3 points ago +3 / -0

Hold on, you expect us to just accept you without you telling us what color your skin is, your gender, or your sexual orientation?

How are we supposed to know how to treat you, know what amount of value to place on your opinions, or judge the content of your character if you don't tell us things like the color of your skin?

Haha, just kidding, we're not like the Democrats around here. It's disturbing how they've managed to so thoroughly brainwash some people into thinking things like that. Glad to hear you've managed to shake it! Welcome home! And don't worry, we don't advocate for putting you in a "reeducation" camp - as I said, we're not like the Democrats.

Best of luck with your business!

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TRUMPTRAINTODC 3 points ago +3 / -0

Welcome aboard the trump train

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Jackhererer 3 points ago +3 / -0

In life we all make mistakes because were only human. It's when we learn from our mistakes that we truly become better off because of them. Those who never learn will continue to keep making the same mistakes. Glad to see you've come around, and jumped on board the trump train.

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ImperialxWarloed 3 points ago +3 / -0

Welcome aboard!

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KarenAbduulJabar 3 points ago +3 / -0

Get this patriot a coat. And welcome aboard the trump train. Choo choo

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glevert 3 points ago +3 / -0

Best of luck!

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Threebabies 2 points ago +2 / -0

Welcome friend. Words of advice - "Click funnel"

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DicksOutForPepe16 2 points ago +2 / -0

Welcome to MAGA country!

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Scumbag-reddit 2 points ago +2 / -0

You must now go canvass 5 neighborhoods to make sure all your neighbors are feelin the Trump and see if they'll "MATCH ME" as your penance.

Or...just come on in and start shitposting.

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SimplePede 2 points ago +2 / -0

Welcome to the jungle Pede!

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Thenameshank 2 points ago +2 / -0

Welcome home you based faggot. Nothing but love here.

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Mintap 2 points ago +2 / -0

Keep your skills up, work hard, make great movies!

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Soulclay 2 points ago +2 / -0

Get this person a coat!

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DearCow 2 points ago +2 / -0

Good luck with your company! Welcome aboard.

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Nrdrsr 2 points ago +2 / -0

Welcome and good luck with your business!