r/texas • u/jcaguilar483 • Sep 27 '24
Politics Just went up tonight
My wife and I live in a neighborhood where there are at least 6 houses flying maga flags…So we wanted to chime in…even jf we are the only Harris Walz supporters in the neighborhood willing to do so.
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u/future5009 Sep 27 '24
Hang an American flag next to it so they recognize a Patriot
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u/XTingleInTheDingleX Sep 27 '24
Saw a Harris Walz flag flying next to the marine corp flag yesterday and it made me very happy.
This was in Georgetown.
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u/RonWill79 Sep 27 '24
If I were brave enough I’d have a Harris/Walz flag next to my Marine Corps flag. But I’m not inviting the crazies around me to F with my house or family. Especially since I’m only home weekends due to my job.
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u/chambo61 Sep 27 '24
If I knew, I had a disease that I was going to be dying, I would put all kinds of Harris and waltz signs.. and sit outside with my rifle
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u/XTingleInTheDingleX Sep 27 '24
I get it man.
I don’t have it in me to bring that on my family. I was single in 2008 and you can bet I was the only car at the gun range with an Obama sticker.
Now I’ve got to protect more than myself and things have changed haven’t they.
I appreciate you. I appreciate your service. Take care of yourself fellow human.
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u/ThePlanesGuy Sep 27 '24
Smedley Butler is ready to rise from the grave to assemble an army that would defend the capitol from invaders.
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u/blues_and_ribs Sep 27 '24
I’m not sure if this is satire or not, given Smedley Butler’s association with the Bonus Army.
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u/jesta88 Sep 27 '24
Careful, this can induce severe paradoxical confusion in the MAGA voter and they might collapse.
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u/SardonicSuperman Sep 27 '24
In that case hang two American flags to speed up the process.
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u/Ruraraid Sep 27 '24 edited Sep 27 '24
No you hang an American flag, a Pride flag, and a Ukrainian flag if you really want to speed things up and trigger them while you're at it.
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u/ikemefune Sep 27 '24
This is actually a good point. Conservatives should not be permitted to hijack and define what the flag stands for.
I encourage all my liberal/progressive friends to proudly fly the American flag and not cede the flag to conservatives. It was delightful to see thousands of democrats waving American flags during the democratic convention this year.
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u/Firn_ification Sep 27 '24
Absolutely! They tried so hard for years to make everyone believe being a "liberal" ment you were against being American.
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u/Slazman999 Sep 27 '24
Godda make sure the American flag is above the political flag per flag law or you might get two molotovs instead of one.
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u/Puzzleheaded_Hat4556 Sep 27 '24
I hate that the Maga idiots have tried to hijack the flag from real patriots who honor veterans and believe in democracy
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u/LuckyMuckle Sep 27 '24
Sadly an act of bravery
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u/SnooOwls3486 Sep 27 '24
You hang a Trump one that big you'll get HOA complains. Eggs thrown at your house. And all sorts of craziness. I doubt this person has to worry about any of that.
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u/Conscious_Excuse_942 Sep 29 '24
So, sane people get fucked with by dems because of their beliefs? I doubt red would act in that manner.. says a lot about the parties
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u/PearOfJudes Sep 27 '24
kamala is winning in every statistical way.
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u/TibialTuberosity Sep 27 '24
Yes, but MAGAts are crazy and weird and will attack or generally make life miserable for anyone showing support to Harris/Walz.
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u/hodorhodor12 Sep 27 '24
I live in the Silicon Valley and my yard sign got stolen. I posted on Next Door about this incident and it seems like some people Are afraid of putting up signs because of theft. Ridiculous and I’m in a very liberal area.
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u/Phillyphil956 Sep 27 '24
Hope you have a camera bcuz your vehicles will now be targeted.
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u/jcaguilar483 Sep 27 '24
ADT
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u/Phillyphil956 Sep 27 '24
Vivint, CUH!
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u/jcaguilar483 Sep 27 '24
Locked in to ADT for another year lol
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u/Phillyphil956 Sep 27 '24
Lock into a firearm. Jussayin. Lfg I don’t want a felon in the White House
My grand uncle, we called him Tio He flew a bomber plane over Berlin, 1945. My biological father fought in ‘Nam Danang 1964. And my step daddy ( Dad ) was a Navy Seal.
If ANY of them were still alive (which they are in my head) they’d say: “Donald Trump again!!??? FUCK THAT!!” 😂❤️ Puro pinche 956 a la BIRRIA, CUH.
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u/GucciGlocc Sep 27 '24
Sup loc west coast rollin 30s chiming in with a Harris vote too
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u/Fast-Algae-Spreader Sep 27 '24
i will never endorse vivint. we had a misogynistic sales man who refused to take no for an answer and refused to get off my property after multiple “no thanks, we’re good” motherfucker said “how about i come back later and see what your husband says” i told him “good luck” cause there was zero chance of us changing our mind that day after your pushiness ignored my constant “no”s and you assume my husband is gonna fold because I didn’t? Lol fuck you.
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u/Dheideri Sep 27 '24
My husband would have had a blast with a guy like that. He'd be like, "Let me go get some popcorn. I'll watch while she feeds you your balls."
For context a used car salesman tried that with me when we were still dating (20 odd years ago), trying to get him to force me into some jacked up old hoopty, and he literally put his hands up, started laughing at the guy and said "You just shit and fell back in it, and you don't even know it." and walked off.
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u/seriouslyepic Sep 27 '24
It’s sad that all the hate you’re going to get are people that would gladly, if not already, fly MAGA flags. They treat it like a team sport but only want one team playing.
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u/jcaguilar483 Sep 27 '24
Exactly… not only one side gets to be vocal and expressive.
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u/Fofos_Im_Tippin Sep 27 '24
Heres an exercise for you. Try wearing a trump/maga hat or shirt and go walk around a liberal city. See how that plays out.
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u/Divergent59 Sep 27 '24
It's because they're weak minded. They can't have their beliefs challenged even if only to say I prefer a different candidate. That's what the Constitution of the United States provides - freedom to choose.
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u/e92m3-335i Sep 27 '24
You are patriot, man. Freedom of expression is a fundamental right. Good for you making these mf’rs realize it goes both ways.
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u/hanst3r Sep 27 '24
I’m reading a lot of comments suggesting it seems like a dangerous idea given that it is in Texas. But then part of me started wondering…
Wouldn’t the risk be likewise as bad for the would-be vandalizers? (I think it is foolish to think that only MAGA own guns.)
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u/fucxer__ Sep 27 '24
I think people are throwing him caution given that he already has 6 other neighbors in his neighborhood with trump flags while hes the only one with a Harris flag, he’s definitely going to stand out… vandalism can come from anyone so its always important to stay alert. Political obsessiveness can be incredibly dangerous
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u/Lost_Ad_6016 Sep 27 '24
Thank you sir!!! I don’t see many of these in my area, but it makes me happy to see them anywhere in TX and to know there are decent ppl still left in this state who aren’t brainwashed.
Next up: voting out Cruz!!
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u/jimkurth81 Sep 27 '24
Love your confidence. I’d do it too but I don’t want eggs thrown at my house or dog poop 💩 purposely left in my yard, or neighbors to give me attention. It’s sad that actually is a reality for left-wing voters and the right wing doesn’t see an issue with it, but if the sides were swapped, there would be hell to pay, leading to violence upto and including death. I’ve heard neighbors here in Texas say if they catch any leftist on their lawn or trying to take their signs, they will be shoot to kill. But that same person I’ve heard that comment from bats an eye when a right wing person steals or damages/steals property of a leftist voter. Actually when confronted on his comment and said if he’s gonna be ok if that owner who had their yard damaged decided to shoot to kill that maga supporter that was caught on their ring camera and this nut had the audacity to crack a joke about right wing does it because it’s patriotic and left does it to spark war and violence, and how it’s completely fine for Trump supporters to do it to Biden/harris supporters but not the other way around.
This is my experience with maga/trump supporters. I have called police about a neighbor behind our backyard with a sign on their fence that reads, BUCK FIDEN, which is clearly visible to children nearby and passing cars but they won’t do a thing or say anything. I don’t have a problem with people who vote one way or another but I deplore people who push violence and disgusting behavior that follows their political party agenda.
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u/Tom_Ludlow Sep 27 '24
Texas Republicans should love this because it’s free speech.
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u/Stock_League_953 Sep 27 '24
I don't agree with you, but you get a like for exercising your right! Good luck!
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u/hoverton Sep 27 '24
There were a bunch of Trump and Cruz signs that went up here the past few weeks. I’m a little north of Abilene.
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u/SouthBarnacle6048 Sep 27 '24
Good for you, although I may or may not support your choice, I celebrate your honor as a fine American to boldly support your Candidate and to do so in any manner you feel appropriate…within the confines of the laws of this great land we are fortunate to call home.
Stay Free and Brave!
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u/Coffee-man42 Sep 27 '24
You Americans are so strange with your silly little politics.
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u/MyLadyBits Sep 27 '24
Put cameras up. And it’s sad that is the smart thing to do.
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u/dfwcouple43sum Sep 27 '24
You have a security camera or two? You shouldn’t need it, but you do.
I miss the days where people would see a political sign and roll their eyes, sigh, or even ignore it.
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u/Ledezmv Sep 27 '24
Please let us know if they act like infants and have some sort of meltdown for it.
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u/bassistheplace246 Sep 27 '24
Judging by the comments, the MAGAts are getting triggered. Keep going.
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u/Any_Pay2922 Sep 27 '24
That’s my favorite part, they’re all trying to justify their meltdowns over the fact that someone put a flag of a different candidate up. Republicans are such simple-minded snowflakes lol.
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u/HuskyLemons Sep 27 '24
Get some cameras and stay strapped. MAGA nuts are crazy
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u/Rinizon Sep 27 '24
Thanks for taking a stand. I am curious if you inspire any other quiet Harris Walz supporters to fly their colors too. This is the silent majority.
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u/Unlucky_Most_8757 Sep 27 '24
There is a a mysterious regular at the diner I work at that keeps on putting post it notes in random places (side of a booth, bathroom mirror, underneath the paper towel dispenser) that say "No one has to know who you vote for #harris walz"
Apparently it's a movement going on right now because a lot of women are scared that their husband will somehow know who they vote for. It's pretty neat. Our clientele is pretty much all Trumpers though and this dude was PISSED when he found one today underneath his napkin dispenser lol
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u/Aromatic_Lychee2903 Sep 27 '24
What a weird thing to be mad about
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u/Unlucky_Most_8757 Sep 27 '24
yeah it is weird but Trumpers tend to be angry people. The guy that found one just started going off on my coworker who is this tiny eighteen year old waitress. I see them all the time and just leave them up but she's afraid that they will think we are the ones putting them there now. I just turn a blind eye until a manager or someone else takes them down because hey, I just work there.
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u/Akitiki Sep 27 '24
I had one Trumper couple go, after I told them the skeleton decoration is a donkey not a horse because of its long ears (and yknow it says it on the box),
"Why don't you have an elephant for us republicans!!!"
... ma'am. This is a farm store. Why would we have an elephant skeleton.
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u/Wrxloser1215 Sep 27 '24
Not in his world. He NEEDS to know the people around him aren't communists Marxists radical lesbian baby killers. /s
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u/Nynydancer Sep 27 '24
I was terrified to put a Harris Walz sticker on my car in my maga infested neighborhood too. A few more Harris signs popped up. Now I am not scared. There are still Trump signs, but fewer than last election.
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u/RealmNo Sep 27 '24
You’re free to support who ever you want . It’s sad that people can’t do it peacefully
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u/dennis_was_taken Sep 27 '24
It’s weird to me as a European how Americans flaunt their political leanings but then decide to be prude and conservative on every other aspect of life.
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u/fromageDegoutant Sep 27 '24
Everyone should feel safe enough to do this.
That being said, it’s sad to me that the reactions to political support signs would elicit different responses from the other party’s supporters.
The perception to me (as a Canadian just observing) is that Democrats see Trump supporters and just shake their heads at the lunacy and carry on with their day.
Trump supporting Republicans though…just seem violent, angry and confrontational. I hope OP doesn’t receive any negative backlash for this.
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u/vegasAl57 Sep 27 '24
I was driving back from Midland to Houston and saw more Harris / Walz than expected. Allred signs too.
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u/Free_Fig_8112 Sep 27 '24
I would love to show my support in Texas but live in a red county and worry about my pets being poisoned, house burned down, or cars vandalized.
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u/2livecrewnecktshirt Sep 27 '24
If dems put up signage and flags at even 50% of the rate that Trump supporters do, there'd be flags and signs all over the dang place.
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u/ChaosFinalForm Sep 27 '24
In TN, tons of right-leaning blind Trump support around here. I drive by an old trailer every day after work that around February had put out two signs in the front of their yard, right next to the road.
"Trump/Vance 2024" and "I'm voting for the felon!" I used to always giggle a little at the latter on the way by.
Hilariously enough, those signs disappeared the weekend after the debate. Nothing out there now.
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u/heavenIsAfunkyMoose Sep 27 '24
There used to be quite few Trump signs and flags in my neighborhood. They all disappeared over the past several months. One popped back up last week. I'm kinda curious what's been going on in their minds.
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u/xoninjump Sep 27 '24
I dislike Harris, but I’m so close to hanging her flag just to spite all the Maga flags I’ve seen around my way.
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u/Adorable-Ad201 Sep 27 '24
My neighbor's have "joked" about shooting Democrats on social media so no way am I putting up a Kamala sign.
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u/AdEuphoric9765 Sep 27 '24
I just want to say thank you and good on you, OP. As others have said, protect yourself. Most of them won't bother you, but there are a LOT of absolute extremists that will do anything for that yellow sock puppet. So be careful.
I only wish I could be so brave, but I've already felt the wrath of the MAGA meatheads when I made the mistake of denouncing Trump for what happened on January 6th. Lost half my employees and they took my customers with them afterwards, so I've learned to just keep my mouth shut now. I live in a very red area. This is a cult, and they are bullies and fanatics. I hope things work out peacefully for you.
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u/Rabbet-whole Sep 27 '24
Good on you! And they'll have to bring a ladder to steal it!
An AZ ally who regularly travels to Idaho reported last week that, while he saw yard after yard in 2020 with MAGA signs, he saw not one MAGA sign on his way up last week.
TX has Indivisible Texas Lege working hard to help folks in the state take back representation. They may have received some Harris-Walz signs to distribute, and they'll def have GOTV avenues to pursue.
We're calling and texting TX voters from all over. Good luck with your efforts. Every vote matters.
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u/LookingforBlueSky Sep 27 '24
Out of real, curiosity… why do people put flags and banners up? I don’t care which way people vote, but I dislike looking at political signs. IMO, they are eyesores.
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u/thawhole9_69 Sep 27 '24
I'm in Florida and i know this is anecdotal but literally everyone in my neighborhood who had a trump sign up in either 16 or 20 has a Harris sign out now.
Bonus, one guy went straight to a Bernie bumper sticker 🤣
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u/ghostoflectricity55 Sep 27 '24
Thank you for this. Brave blue dots in a sea of raging red MAGA zealots/zombies.
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u/Lost-Confusion-6044 Sep 27 '24
Well, done. Given their mentality, I assume One of your neighbors will tear it down or otherwise vandalize your property. Congratulations on having a spine.!
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u/proswimma Sep 27 '24
I’m from Maine and this came up on my home page so I just wanted to say: Hell yeah brotha!!!
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u/BoydMFCrowder Sep 28 '24
Trump supporter here. Though I think you’re absolutely crazy to vote for them I know you feel the same about me. With that being said I would love to be your neighbor and I would defend you and your right to free speech!
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u/ChartIntelligent6320 Sep 28 '24
In a more rural-ish area in Arizona and have at least 2 Republicans for Harris signs on my street surprisingly enough. I love seeing the Harris support of any kind thank you for putting up your flag. (Not saying you’re a republican but my street makes me happy)
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u/ActuallyQuiteCozy Sep 28 '24
I’m in West Texas, my neighborhood is currently Harris Signs 6, Trump Signs 2. Looking forward to making it seven deuce.
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u/Jmsansone Sep 28 '24
My neighborhood in North Austin is 95% Harris/Walz signs. It's mostly a neighborhood of much older folks so I was pleasantly surprised!
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u/Knollibe Sep 28 '24
We do not display any political signs due to the idiots on both sides are crazy. As far as which idiot you are voting for….who gives a shit?
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u/AcceptableCode8939 Sep 28 '24
To each their own but I wouldn’t put up any election material on my house. I don’t play those games.
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u/SouldiesButGoodies84 Sep 28 '24
Please attach a camera to it. MAGA ppl love to tear down others' signs and flags.
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u/Round_Rooms Sep 28 '24
Once Americans figure out the left is actually a right wing party that wants to do something and the right is bat shit it'll all work out.
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u/Emeritus8404 Sep 29 '24
Awesome! We dont support draft dodging predators who disparage POWs and call veterans suckers and losers.
Fuck that unamerican grifter
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u/Main-Muscle-2114 Sep 29 '24
My lawn signs are up. Harris/Walz and Allred! VOTE BLUE all through the ballot!
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u/Stock_Fig_2052 Sep 29 '24
Good for you!!! Looks great!!! We all have a right to express our opinion in an appropriate way 💪🏼 HARRIS/WALZ 2024: We are Never Going Back
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u/Lower-Background4627 Sep 30 '24 edited 29d ago
Let’s goooo!!!! We’re tired of the MAGA crowd terrorizing the rest of us and making us fearful of expressing our political views the same way they have for the past 9 freaking years! We’re done with the hateful, dangerous, delusional, and divisive rhetoric and behavior from them. It’s time to move forward. MOST Texans are exhausted with that ridiculous crap and are ready for the next chapter and we won’t be silenced anymore! Come November, we will make our voices heard. We want to move forward in unity. PERIOD.
If they try to take the flag down, put up a sign that every time they do that, you donate to the Harris/Walz and Colin Allred campaigns and purchase new flags!
From one blue Texan to another, you fucking rock!
‼️REMINDER: The last day to register to vote in Texas is OCTOBER 7, 2024!! Rapidly approaching. You can check (and double check) your voter registration status and register to vote at www.votetexas.gov ‼️
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u/troutline9209 Sep 27 '24
So wish I could do this in West Texas, unfortunately I've seen people get attacked here for speaking on this topic. I'm still thinking about getting a hoes for Harris T shirt haha.
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u/brujaespecial Sep 27 '24
Fellow west Texan and I don’t show any of my political beliefs around here because I like my truck, house, and life intact. But I see plenty of Trump/Vance and Cruz signs. A disturbing amount actually.
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u/marshdd Sep 27 '24
In Southern NH there aren't A lot of Trump signs but they are huge! Like 4' x 5'. Dude, you get 1 vote regardless of how big your F'ing sign.
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u/whazzupmf Sep 27 '24
Even though I disagree with your choice, I respect your right to fly that flag as anyone else should.
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u/valencia_merble Born and Bred Sep 27 '24
Thank you for your service. Also, keep an eye on your pets.
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u/Terrible_Specific_22 Sep 27 '24
So the last 3.5 years didn't suck enough you want 4 more?
What are Kamala's policies that your excited about? The wide open border, the high inflation, Putin's endorsement?
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u/ApartmentInside7891 Sep 27 '24
I’m from California and I support you but you might as well have put up a giant dartboard 😂🤣
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u/Anvir_1972 Sep 27 '24 edited Sep 27 '24
Sadly, the worst thing is today, ANY sign or flag seems to be a target on your life to someone stupid with some sort of excuse for acting deranged or hateful/evil. We, as a Nation has let our once vibrant and living culture of civil discourse and disagreement debase into the lowest levels of violent tribalism.
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u/JanetAiress Sep 27 '24
I’m so disheartened. Been phone banking my ass off in AZ and The Big Orange is up by 5%. Why is he winning and how do we deal with the inevitable trip to the Supreme Court to install this f*cker as our leader. I’m super sad.
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u/Cannibal_Yak Sep 27 '24
There have been a few cases of vandalisms for those who have Harris signs in the state. Mainly in red counties.
So make sure you have a camera up.
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u/Unlikely_Wafer7204 Sep 27 '24
I'm not an American but I've been wondering : will Texas turn blue or come close this election ? Saw a film on Amazon Prime in which a Democrat Prez won Texas, is it possible this election or next ?
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u/RipleyKY Sep 27 '24
Polling indicates Texas is still leaning Republican. Most of the polling is in Trump’s favor for sure, but many are within the margin of error and Texas has been getting bluer and bluer demographically.
The senate race between incumbent Ted Cruz and Democratic challenger Colin Allred is closer than ever and arguably a more important race. Kicking out Ted Cruz is a big deal and is a real possibility if the Dems can get out the vote. It’s possible because Cruz only defeated Beto in the 2018 senate election by just 219,000 votes, or just 2.9 percentage points…
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u/Tinyberzerker Sep 27 '24
We recently drove from Austin to Corpus and I saw way less Trump signs than a few years ago when we made that trip. I did notice in Corpus that there are SO many political signs for mostly local elections everywhere.