Frank Chow: Asian- American Political Pundit

 I'm enjoying this. I haven't felt this hopeful since 2008. But if we learned anything from '08, it's that we have to keep our foot on the gas. The biggest mistake Biden made during his presidency was not going out and showing his work. Ribbon cuttings, kissing babies, shaking hands, putting his name on checks- people want that shit. "We built that." People need you to beat the dead horse. The electorate forgot quickly how terrible Trump is as president and elected him for a second go-around, only to realize two years later, he's a fuckin disaster. The Republican Party is a disaster. I said this on BlueSky; this midterm was a reminder that Republican policies are wildly unpopular.  Here are your highlights:   The Best MAGA meltdowns . My favorite, "Our Churches, Christianity -- it's all gone." Bob Dylan meets the Pope .  And just like that, OpenAI releases a new statement about "responsible infrastructure."  The techbros are shaking...

 I'm smiling. The Blue Wave turned out to be a Blue Tsunami. Texas is Blue. Yes, I said that. Enjoy the moment. We worked hard for this. Last night was a repudiation of a fascist/authoratarian government run by Trump. It was a big fuck you to Republicans who will certainly not learn their lesson. And now Democrats have a mandate. Investigations on day one. Lean on this. Get shit done. Our job is to keep pressuring the party to do the right thing. The rest of America agrees.  Here are your highlights:  Governors made history last night .  Huh about that. Dow surges after Dems win .  TRANSPHOBIA LOSES. Alabama elects first transgender legislator to its House .  CVS to break into two companies .  The other biggest losers last night were the Tech Oligarchs .  One thing I hope the media catches on to is that Trump has been a cancer . They love him, so I doubt they reflect it, but it's clear now the country hates him. MAGA is toxic, and the country fin...

 Today's the day. Well, today is the start of what might be a very long week. Don't expect CA, AK, and some southern states to have all the ballots counted by midnight. There will certainly be fraud claims. There will certainly be claims of ballots that need to be tossed. We know the drill. We know the play. But if everyone goes out and votes in the numbers we expect...we should see the Democrats take back the House and the Senate (although I'm still pessimistic about how many). LFG! Here are your highlights:   Bold strategy! US carries out "defensive" strikes on Iran .  MAGA darlings might lose this week . It's hilarious and for the best.  Hackers attack fridges across the world . Man, that's cold-blooded.  Melania's Peace Deal has been going swell. Russia kills at least 33 in Ukraine, yet another war crime .  The way of giving your two weeks' notice to your employer might be dead .  I try to remind people what's at stake during any election ....

 If we get the midterm results we want, Trump will be a lame duck. He'll have two years, but Dems can turn a lot of his terrible policies, decisions, and renovations around. People want change. People are tired of the obvious corruption. I don't think it's necessary to bring out the guillotine; however, doing nothing will be a big mistake. The issue really is timing. Investigations take time, gathering evidence takes time, and getting Republican cronies to testify takes time. Do it anyway. The people want answers, and they want Dems to punch back.  Here are your highlights:   Oh gee, why would this be a problem? Google AI refuses to say who won the 2020 election .  Binance was hacked by North Korea .  I hate the gambling apps. I hate the gambling ads. Finally, Congress is waking up .  Judge blocks Trump Medicaid rule forcing sick people to prove frailty .  Anti-government protests break out all over Italy .  Making profit off the Iran War. Chevron...

  The New York Times is not your friend . They released a "scandal" about the elections in Alaska. Basically, Democrats did what Republicans always do; they fought dirty. Democrats found Dan Sullivan to confuse voters about Sen. Dan Sullivan. It's within the rules. It's no different than previous efforts by Republicans, like getting Cornel West to run. And good for Alaskan Dems. Trump, of course, called it fraud. But to be honest, if Republicans are this worried about Alaska, that means they're in big trouble. Rightfully so. Here are your highlights:  Utah charges Kalshi with felonies for illegal gambling .  SAD - Seasonal Affective Disorder is real. How to get through it .  MAHA is getting people killed. Now they're releasing peptide nonsense with a shady lack of regulation .  The Deeper Affordability Crisis . Even though we got some decent economic news today, it's worth looking under the hood. 'Cause damn, folks, AI can't make gas prices go down...

 Tuesday can't come soon enough. We need results. We need to hold this administration to account. Democrats need to keep their foot on the pedal. What other clichés should I use?! The more I talk to friends, the more I hear about their frustrations. It's gas prices. It's groceries. It's data centers. It's corruption. Everyone is fed up. Let's fuckin go.  Here are your highlights:  Brazil loser Flavio Bolsonaro is getting a visa . So America now harbors international criminals.  Corruption is the point. Voters are noticing Trump's crypto deals .  Uncertainty in Israel elections .  Every Republican is a creep. Tennessee State Senator sent nudes during his "youth." Vivek is a dirtbag. He might now lose his bid for governor .  MAGA CBS isn't working out. We all knew Bari Weiss was a terrible choice; 60 Minutes used to be reliable . It can no longer be trusted.  I am Frank Chow, and I approve this message.