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Post by elle on Apr 5, 2023 18:06:23 GMT -6
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Post by athn64 on Apr 5, 2023 20:26:45 GMT -6
I really can't say this strongly enough, WTF KANSAS! Ugh. That's disgusting. They want to forcibly sexually assault minors because they're bigots. May they rot in hell.
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Post by jaygee on Apr 5, 2023 21:20:16 GMT -6
Anyone in NC have a sense of what is going on with Rep. Cotham? The twitter rumors are she was paid off, she’s being blackmailed, she’s having an affair with the GOP speaker, and that the Dems hurt her feelings. No idea what to think, but it is strange since was more progressive than moderate. It’s so weird and I feel like there has to be something going on. She is from a very blue district. This seems like career suicide.
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Post by mathlete on Apr 5, 2023 21:39:57 GMT -6
Anyone in NC have a sense of what is going on with Rep. Cotham? The twitter rumors are she was paid off, she’s being blackmailed, she’s having an affair with the GOP speaker, and that the Dems hurt her feelings. No idea what to think, but it is strange since was more progressive than moderate. It’s so weird and I feel like there has to be something going on. She is from a very blue district. This seems like career suicide. On Twitter, I saw someone say they need to recall her. I have no idea if that is something that can happen.
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Post by dreadpirateroberts on Apr 5, 2023 21:44:57 GMT -6
It’s so weird and I feel like there has to be something going on. She is from a very blue district. This seems like career suicide. On Twitter, I saw someone say they need to recall her. I have no idea if that is something that can happen. From what I've seen it doesn't look like NC has any mechanism to recall elected officials. My guess is this is the new GOP play, once again they can't win fairly so they have to resort to cheating.
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Post by mrsweasley on Apr 5, 2023 23:02:57 GMT -6
I really can't say this strongly enough, WTF KANSAS! Ugh. That's disgusting. They want to forcibly sexually assault minors because they're bigots. May they rot in hell. A friend just told me her middle school age daughter (who is part of the LGBTQ+ community) has expressed discomfort at going to regular checkups because the doctor takes a quick peek in their underwear. Maybe to note puberty changes? Even that seems like something doctors should be telling kids they can refuse and explain why they're doing it We (and by we I mean the MAGA GOP) are going to create a very angry generation
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Post by imapenguin on Apr 6, 2023 4:41:24 GMT -6
Ugh. That's disgusting. They want to forcibly sexually assault minors because they're bigots. May they rot in hell. A friend just told me her middle school age daughter (who is part of the LGBTQ+ community) has expressed discomfort at going to regular checkups because the doctor takes a quick peek in their underwear. Maybe to note puberty changes? Even that seems like something doctors should be telling kids they can refuse and explain why they're doing it We (and by we I mean the MAGA GOP) are going to create a very angry generation Whaat?? Our pediatrician quits checking genitals once they’re out of diapers unless that is the specific area of concern.
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Post by goldenbird on Apr 6, 2023 5:45:42 GMT -6
I really can't say this strongly enough, WTF KANSAS! This is disgusting. 🤬
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Post by goldenbird on Apr 6, 2023 5:47:27 GMT -6
I don't remember the pediatrician ever looking at that area except when I had poison ivy at age 9 or 10 and it spread close to there.
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Post by downwarddog on Apr 6, 2023 6:03:51 GMT -6
Kansas GOP making their pedophilia legal. It's literally sexual assault of a minor.
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Post by oreobitsy on Apr 6, 2023 6:31:37 GMT -6
Wish I could say this surprises me but of course they took gifts from a Republican billionaire.
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Post by stupidsexyflanders on Apr 6, 2023 6:43:54 GMT -6
Unfortunately Dan Knodl was also elected, giving the GOP a super majority. Knodl has hinted at impeachment for Judge Janet. The senate majority has said that is not something they will do. Not because it’s the right thing to do, not because the people of WI have spoken, but because it’s bad optics. 🙄 I’m still skeptical though.
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Post by stupidsexyflanders on Apr 6, 2023 6:49:43 GMT -6
Wish I could say this surprises me but of course they took gifts from a Republican billionaire. I can’t stand his funky ass.
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Post by dc2london on Apr 6, 2023 6:52:48 GMT -6
This could actually be a viable alternative to Twitter
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Post by willow on Apr 6, 2023 6:58:14 GMT -6
A friend just told me her middle school age daughter (who is part of the LGBTQ+ community) has expressed discomfort at going to regular checkups because the doctor takes a quick peek in their underwear. Maybe to note puberty changes? Even that seems like something doctors should be telling kids they can refuse and explain why they're doing it We (and by we I mean the MAGA GOP) are going to create a very angry generation Whaat?? Our pediatrician quits checking genitals once they’re out of diapers unless that is the specific area of concern. Our pediatrician still has been doing it for my older kid (6) at his yearly check ups but she starts first by telling him she’s doing it just to check that he’s healthy and that everything looks ok and the only reason she can do it is because she’s a doctor and because mom is in the room too and she makes sure he agrees to it and that he knows no one can do it without his permission. It’s basically a peek in the underwear. I always assumed it was to make sure there were no clear signs of abuse.
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Post by LaRo422 on Apr 6, 2023 7:06:48 GMT -6
Whaat?? Our pediatrician quits checking genitals once they’re out of diapers unless that is the specific area of concern. Our pediatrician still has been doing it for my older kid (6) at his yearly check ups but she starts first by telling him she’s doing it just to check that he’s healthy and that everything looks ok and the only reason she can do it is because she’s a doctor and because mom is in the room too and she makes sure he agrees to it and that he knows no one can do it without his permission. It’s basically a peek in the underwear. I always assumed it was to make sure there were no clear signs of abuse. This is exactly how it has been with our pediatrician.
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Post by kbw on Apr 6, 2023 7:22:22 GMT -6
Yeah both boys (almost 11 and 5) get checked by the Dr. The dr gives the speech similar to willows. It’s to check for testicular development/issues.
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Post by mrsweasley on Apr 6, 2023 7:22:44 GMT -6
Whaat?? Our pediatrician quits checking genitals once they’re out of diapers unless that is the specific area of concern. Our pediatrician still has been doing it for my older kid (6) at his yearly check ups but she starts first by telling him she’s doing it just to check that he’s healthy and that everything looks ok and the only reason she can do it is because she’s a doctor and because mom is in the room too and she makes sure he agrees to it and that he knows no one can do it without his permission. It’s basically a peek in the underwear. I always assumed it was to make sure there were no clear signs of abuse. I think our pediatrician talks about how only doctors/parents should be looking too, now that you mention it. For little kids it can definitely be an important lesson about body safety I suggested to my friend she tell the doctor her daughter isn't comfortable (privately) and see if it's something they'll skip. Maybe look for a new doctor if not. Kids deserve privacy/respect too. The anti-abortion ads we've been getting lately prominently feature "you have a right to know what you daughter is doing and guide her through her decisions" 🤬
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Post by taconight on Apr 6, 2023 7:26:19 GMT -6
Whaat?? Our pediatrician quits checking genitals once they’re out of diapers unless that is the specific area of concern. Our pediatrician still has been doing it for my older kid (6) at his yearly check ups but she starts first by telling him she’s doing it just to check that he’s healthy and that everything looks ok and the only reason she can do it is because she’s a doctor and because mom is in the room too and she makes sure he agrees to it and that he knows no one can do it without his permission. It’s basically a peek in the underwear. I always assumed it was to make sure there were no clear signs of abuse. This is exactly what ours does. Last year my daughter (at her 11 year check up) said no, and our doctor said that was fine, and that no one can look without her consent.
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Post by dc2london on Apr 6, 2023 7:31:44 GMT -6
Whaat?? Our pediatrician quits checking genitals once they’re out of diapers unless that is the specific area of concern. Our pediatrician still has been doing it for my older kid (6) at his yearly check ups but she starts first by telling him she’s doing it just to check that he’s healthy and that everything looks ok and the only reason she can do it is because she’s a doctor and because mom is in the room too and she makes sure he agrees to it and that he knows no one can do it without his permission. It’s basically a peek in the underwear. I always assumed it was to make sure there were no clear signs of abuse. This
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Post by imapenguin on Apr 6, 2023 7:35:45 GMT -6
Interesting. We’re changing pediatricians this summer so I guess I’ll see if it’s a that guy thing or something else.
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Post by byjove on Apr 6, 2023 8:14:16 GMT -6
Whaat?? Our pediatrician quits checking genitals once they’re out of diapers unless that is the specific area of concern. Interesting. Ours checks — I assume for testicular development — but he’s very clear that it’s only to check because doctors want to make sure your body is healthy and always says that the kids can say no at any time. This is in after the speech about who should be looking at/touching your body, in general, the importance of saying no and telling an adult if necessary. We’re very comfortable with this doctor/level of care. But if that kid isn’t, hopefully there are better options that they can access easily. /anecdata Yes, we had physicals this week and this was what our ped said.
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Post by treeofheaven on Apr 6, 2023 8:18:57 GMT -6
Kansas GOP making their pedophilia legal. It's literally sexual assault of a minor. Just to be clear, I don't agree with the ban. But the article does say genital inspection OR provide a birth certificate showing sex at birth.
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Post by coffeecake on Apr 6, 2023 8:25:23 GMT -6
Kansas GOP making their pedophilia legal. It's literally sexual assault of a minor. Just to be clear, I don't agree with the ban. But the article does say genital inspection OR provide a birth certificate showing sex at birth. It doesn’t matter. If it’s technically legal it opens the door for abuse that they’ll say is allowed. So while most districts might opt for a birth certificate, it leaves a legal option for school official to inspect a student. It could not be more wrong.
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Post by LaRo422 on Apr 6, 2023 8:57:46 GMT -6
Have y'all seen the update on Rebekah Johnson? Her 13 year old was arrested because he shared a supposed anti-cop meme in a Snapchat group chat. I saw a TikTok about it with screenshots from her Twitter. She asked who authorized the arrest and she was only told "the state." They won't release him or give many details but are charging him with digital threats of terrorism. She filed a lawsuit against the state in the last 2+ weeks. She sent her husband and daughter out of state for safety and is worried CPS is going to try to take her daughter. I have no words. How do you even begin to fight this?!
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Post by origami on Apr 6, 2023 8:59:27 GMT -6
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Post by jkjacq on Apr 6, 2023 9:15:02 GMT -6
Just FYI C-span is showing the TN legislature with the TN 3 One dude just stood up and suggested a net over the school and doing something about the big windows and station a homeland security officer at them. (ETA its rep Lamberth)
I mean................................ ITS THE FUCKING GUNS
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Post by jkjacq on Apr 6, 2023 9:18:27 GMT -6
"I'm not sure if you understand the difference between Prison and Fortress"
what a dick
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Post by jkjacq on Apr 6, 2023 9:19:48 GMT -6
And now Mark White is saying this is what nice a civil debate..
fucking old ass white man.
and hes LYING
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Post by jkjacq on Apr 6, 2023 9:24:25 GMT -6
The noise from outside the chamber is deafening.
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