Trump Derangement Syndrome, a frank discussion.

[txdot-guy]

https://www.justplainpolitics.com/th...cliche.224863/

Read the full article at the link above.

The Myth of TDS, 'Trump Derangement Syndrome', the Ultimate Thought-Terminating Cliché​

Let’s start with a bold declaration: the phrase "Trump Derangement Syndrome" isn’t an argument. It’s not a diagnosis. It’s not even a clever piece of rhetoric. No, it’s a weaponized non-thought, a crutch for the intellectually bankrupt, designed to shut down discourse and delegitimize dissent. It’s a cheap parlor trick employed by those who lack the courage or the evidence to defend Donald Trump on his record, his rhetoric, or his relentless assault on democratic norms. Let’s dismantle this pernicious little construct?

The Origins of TDS: A Propaganda Playbook​

The term "Trump Derangement Syndrome" did not emerge organically from the public square. It was born in the fever swamps of right-wing media and right wing think-tank boardrooms, a calculated response to growing criticism of Trump’s overwhelming unhinged behavior, policies, and ethics and horrible acts. It was designed not to describe a real psychological condition, but to delegitimize critics by branding them as irrational, hysterical, and emotionally compromised. It’s a derivative of an earlier term like "Bush Derangement Syndrome" (coined by Charles Krauthammer [RIP] in 2003) but with a sinister twist: it absolves Trump and his supporters of accountability by shifting the conversation to his critics and they use it practically daily as I don't recall BDS really catching on.

TDS is the ultimate exercise in projection. Trump’s most ardent defenders -- who themselves exhibit an almost cultish devotion to their leader—accuse others of being unhinged, not because there’s evidence to support the claim, but because it’s an effective way to dodge legitimate criticism. When confronted with Trump’s mountain of lies, corruption, and incompetence, they don’t engage on the merits. They don’t refute the facts. They cry “TDS!” and pretend the conversation is over.

TDS as a Thought-Terminating Cliché​

And that is precisely what makes TDS so insidious: it is the textbook definition of a thought-terminating cliché. A term that, when invoked, is meant to foreclose critical thinking, derail meaningful discussion, and stifle debate. The phrase doesn’t encourage examination of Trump’s actions or policies; it dismisses criticism as irrational, unworthy of further consideration. "Why are you upset about the Muslim ban, the family separations, or the January 6th insurrection?" “Oh, you must have TDS.” Case closed. Oh, sure, the left has a few buzz words they toss about, but nothing as a thought-terminating cliche magnitude as that of TDS which is literally designed to curb critical thinking and kill the conversation/dissent, etc.

This is propaganda 101: if you can’t argue on substance, attack the person. If you can’t win the debate, delegitimize the debate itself. It’s a lazy shortcut for people unwilling to grapple with the catastrophic implications of their own beliefs. Come up with a powerful TTC and pass it onto your flock, your fellow Trump base believers & fans.

[Jacuzzme]

“Catastrophic implications” LOL!

That reads like an alcoholic claiming he’s fine, while swilling his third 7&7 before breakfast.

[Snafu412]

Originally Posted by txdot-guy

https://www.justplainpolitics.com/th...cliche.224863/

Read the full article at the link above.

The Myth of TDS, 'Trump Derangement Syndrome', the Ultimate Thought-Terminating Cliché​

Let’s start with a bold declaration: the phrase "Trump Derangement Syndrome" isn’t an argument. It’s not a diagnosis. It’s not even a clever piece of rhetoric. No, it’s a weaponized non-thought, a crutch for the intellectually bankrupt, designed to shut down discourse and delegitimize dissent. It’s a cheap parlor trick employed by those who lack the courage or the evidence to defend Donald Trump on his record, his rhetoric, or his relentless assault on democratic norms. Let’s dismantle this pernicious little construct?

The Origins of TDS: A Propaganda Playbook​

The term "Trump Derangement Syndrome" did not emerge organically from the public square. It was born in the fever swamps of right-wing media and right wing think-tank boardrooms, a calculated response to growing criticism of Trump’s overwhelming unhinged behavior, policies, and ethics and horrible acts. It was designed not to describe a real psychological condition, but to delegitimize critics by branding them as irrational, hysterical, and emotionally compromised. It’s a derivative of an earlier term like "Bush Derangement Syndrome" (coined by Charles Krauthammer [RIP] in 2003) but with a sinister twist: it absolves Trump and his supporters of accountability by shifting the conversation to his critics and they use it practically daily as I don't recall BDS really catching on.

TDS is the ultimate exercise in projection. Trump’s most ardent defenders -- who themselves exhibit an almost cultish devotion to their leader—accuse others of being unhinged, not because there’s evidence to support the claim, but because it’s an effective way to dodge legitimate criticism. When confronted with Trump’s mountain of lies, corruption, and incompetence, they don’t engage on the merits. They don’t refute the facts. They cry “TDS!” and pretend the conversation is over.

TDS as a Thought-Terminating Cliché​

And that is precisely what makes TDS so insidious: it is the textbook definition of a thought-terminating cliché. A term that, when invoked, is meant to foreclose critical thinking, derail meaningful discussion, and stifle debate. The phrase doesn’t encourage examination of Trump’s actions or policies; it dismisses criticism as irrational, unworthy of further consideration. "Why are you upset about the Muslim ban, the family separations, or the January 6th insurrection?" “Oh, you must have TDS.” Case closed. Oh, sure, the left has a few buzz words they toss about, but nothing as a thought-terminating cliche magnitude as that of TDS which is literally designed to curb critical thinking and kill the conversation/dissent, etc.

This is propaganda 101: if you can’t argue on substance, attack the person. If you can’t win the debate, delegitimize the debate itself. It’s a lazy shortcut for people unwilling to grapple with the catastrophic implications of their own beliefs. Come up with a powerful TTC and pass it onto your flock, your fellow Trump base believers & fans.

I believe we should be discussing TFS or Trump Fellatio Syndrome. It seems like a much more serious affliction that is apparently easily abused!
We can discuss how the right is constantlly engagement in it!
Or perhaps thats just my TDS flaring up!

[Devo]

Originally Posted by txdot-guy

https://www.justplainpolitics.com/th...cliche.224863/

Read the full article at the link above.

The Myth of TDS, 'Trump Derangement Syndrome', the Ultimate Thought-Terminating Cliché​

Let’s start with a bold declaration: the phrase "Trump Derangement Syndrome" isn’t an argument. It’s not a diagnosis. It’s not even a clever piece of rhetoric. No, it’s a weaponized non-thought, a crutch for the intellectually bankrupt, designed to shut down discourse and delegitimize dissent. It’s a cheap parlor trick employed by those who lack the courage or the evidence to defend Donald Trump on his record, his rhetoric, or his relentless assault on democratic norms. Let’s dismantle this pernicious little construct?

The Origins of TDS: A Propaganda Playbook​

The term "Trump Derangement Syndrome" did not emerge organically from the public square. It was born in the fever swamps of right-wing media and right wing think-tank boardrooms, a calculated response to growing criticism of Trump’s overwhelming unhinged behavior, policies, and ethics and horrible acts. It was designed not to describe a real psychological condition, but to delegitimize critics by branding them as irrational, hysterical, and emotionally compromised. It’s a derivative of an earlier term like "Bush Derangement Syndrome" (coined by Charles Krauthammer [RIP] in 2003) but with a sinister twist: it absolves Trump and his supporters of accountability by shifting the conversation to his critics and they use it practically daily as I don't recall BDS really catching on.

TDS is the ultimate exercise in projection. Trump’s most ardent defenders -- who themselves exhibit an almost cultish devotion to their leader—accuse others of being unhinged, not because there’s evidence to support the claim, but because it’s an effective way to dodge legitimate criticism. When confronted with Trump’s mountain of lies, corruption, and incompetence, they don’t engage on the merits. They don’t refute the facts. They cry “TDS!” and pretend the conversation is over.

TDS as a Thought-Terminating Cliché​

And that is precisely what makes TDS so insidious: it is the textbook definition of a thought-terminating cliché. A term that, when invoked, is meant to foreclose critical thinking, derail meaningful discussion, and stifle debate. The phrase doesn’t encourage examination of Trump’s actions or policies; it dismisses criticism as irrational, unworthy of further consideration. "Why are you upset about the Muslim ban, the family separations, or the January 6th insurrection?" “Oh, you must have TDS.” Case closed. Oh, sure, the left has a few buzz words they toss about, but nothing as a thought-terminating cliche magnitude as that of TDS which is literally designed to curb critical thinking and kill the conversation/dissent, etc.

This is propaganda 101: if you can’t argue on substance, attack the person. If you can’t win the debate, delegitimize the debate itself. It’s a lazy shortcut for people unwilling to grapple with the catastrophic implications of their own beliefs. Come up with a powerful TTC and pass it onto your flock, your fellow Trump base believers & fans.

Thank you.

I could not have presented a better article.

You just proved my point.

Extremes exist.

[Devo]

Originally Posted by Snafu412

I believe we should be discussing TFS or Trump Fellatio Syndrome. It seems like a much more serious affliction that is apparently easily abused!
We can discuss how the right is constantlly engagement in it!
Or perhaps thats just my TDS flaring up!

Dick jokes?

[Snafu412]

Originally Posted by Devo

Dick jokes?

Yep!
Dick jokes about about dicks!

[tommy156]

Originally Posted by 1#Ratt

Because if another mega gets banned this forum will die, and that will affect eccie's profit. So megas have a little bit freer reign

Exactly. The tables are clearly tilted in their favor.

I'm old enough to remember one particular member had to suggest 75+ million Americans be exterminated to finally get an infraction.

[Devo]

Originally Posted by tommy156

Exactly. The tables are clearly tilted in their favor.

I'm old enough to remember one particular member had to suggest 75+ million Americans be exterminated to finally get an infraction.

TDS is the topic please?

Not about members here, I thought we weren't to discuss individual members mental health?

Gristle said so already.

[txdot-guy]

You know if you think all the people who oppose Trump have TDS, then maybe you are the one who is crazy.

[Devo]

Originally Posted by txdot-guy

You know if you think all the people who oppose Trump have TDS, then maybe you are the one who is crazy.

Please, no personal attacks, its against the rules to make comments on any members mental issues.

But, I have never said all D's or even JUST Ds have TDS, that goes for anyone having issues over our President.

[tommy156]

Originally Posted by txdot-guy

You know if you think all the people who oppose Trump have TDS, then maybe you are the one who is crazy.

Exactamundo. I hate trump because he's a treasonous, racist piece of shit who wipes his ass with the U.S. Constitution on a daily basis. Not because I have some made-up "syndrome".

[Dr-epg]

Gentlemen let’s get the train back on the tracks

[Devo]

Originally Posted by tommy156

Exactamundo. I hate trump because he's a treasonous, racist piece of shit who wipes his ass with the U.S. Constitution on a daily basis. Not because I have some made-up "syndrome".

Excellent post, please if you don't feel it's a syndrome, how would you describe it?

Because it's concerning to see hate, your words, at this level against a single man.

[tommy156]

The time for that conversation was 2017-2020. We explained it to MAGA. MAGA didn't listen or didn't care. And then trump and MAGA tried to overthrow a free and fair election. That was the final straw. Anyone who voted for him in 2024 is dead to me.

[txdot-guy]

Originally Posted by txdot-guy

You know if you think all the people who oppose Trump have TDS, then maybe you are the one who is crazy.

Originally Posted by Devo

Please, no personal attacks, its against the rules to make comments on any members mental issues.

But, I have never said all D's or even JUST Ds have TDS, that goes for anyone having issues over our President.

You said this in your OP and you asked about what you see as TDS.

I am serious, this is not about a personal attack, its a discussion, and I'd love some of the people who have it chime in ABOUT how Trump has affected them in their lives.

All I’m saying is that if you see all the people who disagree with you politically as deranged then the problem is not with them it’s with your own perceptions.

Opposition to Trump is not crazy. It’s just in opposition to your opinions.