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alan

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author, speaker and general observer of all the noise that surrounds us


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I forgot that the transfer of power is pretty much immediate - none of this waiting for a couple of months.

Strong female cabinet already, including our first ever female chancellor.

#UKElection

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YES! Exactly this. I was so proud to see the Monster Raving Looney Party still fielding candidates - this is what its all about, if you want to run, you pay your money, collect the votes and be counted. The USA has a lot to learn.

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One thing you can say watching the UK election, is how civilized and dignified it all was * No election deniers * No legal challengers * Peaceful and respect handover of power * Gracious words from both winners and losers

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So much joy seeing this clown (the one on the left) and Liz Truss being told NO MORE.

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I am a big fan of the result. Labour didn't so much win, but the Tories lost (thanks largely to Reform). I was glued to the screen all night and it was a fascinating story being told.

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... because i am living life on the edge PEOPLE!

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Given the decisions of late, I think they no longer have the right to call themselves the "Supreme" court. We need something more suitable, say "TCOTUS" (Traitorous). Open to suggestions.

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... i had a great sense of accomplishment after this. Prided myself doing this at least once a week.

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Cupcakes come in all shapes and sizes, and they all taste great

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it's true. i have found myself educating some around me about this, pointing them to the various sites that breaks it down. They were horrified at what they read.

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yeah i read this the other day and was amazed at the CEO's complete lack of protocol when it came to safety.

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i do not see the problem. we have to register our cars, we even have to get approved by the government before driving one, we have to re-register every year, and no one blinks an eye. If you have nothing to hide with your intended use of a gun, then where is the problem? Own as many as you want

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... this is bat shit African nation tyrant type of stuff.

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to be fair .. i am sure you could pull it off with no problems. I suspect your concern is the putting it on

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Oddball -- you will be missed.

#RIP Donald Sutherland

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This is pure genius thinking.

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At first glance I thought there was a hooded man behind you and it was a cry for help! Glad you are safe!

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good news though ... when the team has their post analysis meeting of why didn't they win ... there will be some obvious events to draw upon.

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Head of Marketing at Mercedes "So after cleaning up our reputation after WW2, we have now have these 2 clowns TopGear'ing? I quit. I need an easier gig. I am going to Boeing"

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not to take the mood away ... getting Michael Jackson vibes there.

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no no, that is called "management". you've got leader written all over you with this attitude.

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Our old boy falls off the stage, seems to be in good spirits, looking to be back on said stage tomorrow! Now this is what legends are made of. Not ready to lose Sir Ian yet!

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FFS people .. there is nothing to apologise for here. Some fucking wallflower gets triggered over a common remark - behave yourselves.

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F U C K I N G disgusting I just don't have the words. No single human being should ever had that size of a single payout. This effectively gets him out of the Twitter hole he dug for himself. The golden Telsa, isn't going to be laying too much longer.

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Did you grow up in the generation where parents would threaten you with "I'll take my hand off your face!". That never concerned me. It was the putting on at high speed that was never really discussed but caused much second thinking.

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I too have a new respect for Liz, especially after reading her book on the whole Jan 6th Committee. We may not agree with some of her policies, but she does support the law of the land with decency and respect.

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... you say that but how is one meant to get on the bus, when they are clearing blocking the door?!?

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.. This? This? This was the best Panasonic's R'n'D department came up with? I see next years budget being squeezed

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... missed my daily morning Peloton ride, due to the 3/4 bottle of red wine the previous evening. finally getting motivated to ride now.

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...and that is the British way goddammit. She clearly has been watching too many American shows and has forgotten civility

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exciting day on the highway .. following behind a pickup that had a sofa tied down on the top. it was no match for 70mph as it came flying off, making me swerve as it smashed into pieces as the line of traffic behind me snaked in unison to avoid the wrecked furniture.

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oh that is the worst! they put you in social check mate.

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When did you realize you had already met? Or did they tell you?

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the real test is coming up in November.

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finally! This has been niggling me for ages, I knew I recognized the look

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there are times I am more proud of my country than others. this be one of them

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The biggest con wasn't on the American people; but on Trump himself. Trump started to believe his own output, he must have loved watching the finished polished product, thinking how great and insightful he looks.

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How does this inspire any person (young and old) to want to run and serve your government? Disgusting

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.. and it just highlights how big these ships are ... this is probably 25miles away! ;-)

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Suspect though she would claim it was a Dem plot to assassinate her with a completely new strain that is immune to vaccines.

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Yup .. pretty much sums up how i am feeling today.

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Not looking forward to getting old - based on the levels of effort I go to remove the plastic covering on various jars/tubs (like tablets/mouthwash) I will die before I pry open the prized fruits contained within.

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What does it take for the average GOP member to say: "no, that is a step too far"

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Yeah, I hit it a few weeks ago, and while Malcolm Tucker still raises a smile the stories were no longer as far-fetched.

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The BBC "Thick of It" had a story line with the same thing about Nicola Murray -- life immitating art.

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On a whim tossed the classic "9-to-5" on ... these real golden girls are coming in at: Dolly 78 Lily 84 Jane 86 Each of them aging gracefully and wonderfully.

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... and #6 there was in hot contention there for a while

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.. trust but verify - that is what i say to my Dr when i get the raised eyebrow

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