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David Eason Quits Facebook Following Transphobic Rant

David Eason's social media options are beginning to dwindle. After receiving a visit from the Secret Service for making violent threats to various elected officials, Eason was temporarily locked out of his Instagram account. He made the move over to YouTube, where he attracted negative legal attention once again, this time for illegally towing a stranger's truck. After that, David began spewing his bigoted nonsense on Facebook, but after an appallingly transphobic comment earned David some much-deserved backlash, he apparently turned tail and deleted his account. Take a look: 1. David the Bigot David has made never made any effort to conceal his bigoted worldview. 2. Shameless Astonishingly, he has no problem with exposing himself as the homophobic white supremacist that he is — but he gets very upset when people call him out as such. 3. A History of Hate David was fired from Teen Mom 2 back in February of 2018 after launching a homophobic tirade against fans of the show on Instagram. 4. Not Learning From His Mistakes Sadly, David will probably never change his belief system, but you would think after getting kicked to the curb by MTV, he would at least start keeping his thoughts to himself. 5. Nope! David went on the offensive again last week, this time attacking the transgender community on Facebook. 6. The Ugliness Begins “Serious question, what would you do if one of your kids came to you and said, ‘Dad I think I should be a boy/girl?'” a user asked David. View Slideshow

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Anna Faris Actually Congratulates Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger on Engagement

It is now official: Anna Faris is a better person than we are. Like, a far, far FAR better person than we are. On Sunday night, we learned that Chris Pratt and proposed to Katherine Schwarzenegger … and that she said yes! Along with a photo of his bride-to-be embracing him while showing off her diamond ring, Pratt shared this news on Instagram and wrote as an affiliated caption: Sweet Katherine, so happy you said yes! I’m thrilled to be marrying you. Proud to live boldly in faith with you. Here we go! For her part, Schwarzenegger posted the same image (below) and penned along with it: My sweet love. Wouldn’t want to live this life with anyone but you. While many celebrity gossip followers were celebrating this union, many others couldn’t help but wonder how Anna Faris must be feeling right about now. The actress was married to the actor for eight years and shared a son named Jack with Pratt. She must be so bitter, right? And jealous? And angry and just all kinds of annoyed, right? Nope. WRONG! “I’m so happy for you both!!” Faris wrote on Instagram, commenting on the 39-year-old actor’s post and simply adding: “Congratulations!” Faris and Pratt split in August of 2017, and it really does seem to be the most amicable break-up in Hollywood history.’ Each waived his/her right to spousal support and that agreed to co-parent Jack in such a way that their divorce settlement stipulates they live within a five-mile radius of each other until their son completed the sixth grade. We’ve never heard of that before. But pretty awesome, no? Back in October, Pratt and Faris reunited to celebrate Halloween with their son, with their dates also in attendance; Pratt with Schwarzenegger and Faris with boyfriend Michael Barrett. If only all stars could be this mature. (Then again, what would we ever write about if they were?!?) Just last month that, Pratt shared a lovely tribute to Schwarzenegger in celebration of her 29th birthday. It’s not as though the two have been hiding their romance from Faris or the public in any way. “Happy Birthday Chief! Your smile lights up the room,” Pratt wrote alongside a series of photos, concluding at the time: “I’ve cherished our time together. Thrilled God put you in my life. Thankful for the laughs, kisses, talks, hikes, love and care.” We send our best wishes to Schwarzenegger and Pratt, along with our best wishes in general to Faris.

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Kourtney Kardashian Fears that Scott Disick Will Propose to Sofia Richie

It’s a complicated situation, but Kourtney Kardashian is finally cool with Sofia Richie . Both gorgeous women went on a group vacation with Scott Disick for the sake of Kourtney and Scott’s three young children. But a new report says that Kourtney has come away from the experience convinced that Scott is about to propose to Sofia — or worse. HollywoodLife spoke to an inside source who says that Kourtney is bracing herself for big news. “Kourtney is freaked out about the idea of Scott proposing to Sofia,” the insider reveals. To be honest? A lot of people would be taken aback by it. After all, Kourtney and Scott were together for nine whole years without getting married. “The closer Kourtney, Sofia, and Scott have all become over the holidays,” the source says. “The more Kourtney realizes how in love Scott is with Sofia.” The three of them went on a shared vacation, which was very sweet but perhaps a little awkward at times. “And,” the insider states, Kourtney realized “that a proposal could be right around the corner.” “While Kourtney is happy to see Scott so grounded, stable, and in a healthy relationship,” the source begins. The insider continues: “it also scares her to think that she could might lose him forever.” Wait, what? We thought that she and Scott had already lost each other forever when the broke up and moved on. “In the back of her heart,” the source explains. “She always thought about maybe having more kids with Scott.” Technically, that would still be possible — sperm donation for her frozen eggs. No banging-your-ex required. “Or,” the insider says, Kourtney had allegedly dreamt “that one day they might get back together.” “However,” the source says. “Kourtney knows how unpredictable and romantic Scott can be.” She would know better than anyone, right? “So,” the insider continues. “Kourtney is bracing for the shocking surprise that Scott gets engaged to Sofia.” It could be more than just an engagement, though. “Or worse,” the source says, what if Scott “suddenly elopes with her.” That, the insider says, would be something “which would traumatize Kourtney.” Now, we cannot confirm Kourtney’s thoughts about Scott. Maybe she’s happy that Scott has moved on and is totally chill about Sofia. Or, maybe Kourtney is waking up in a cold sweat and checking her phone to see if Scott and Sofia have suddenly eloped. We don’t know. Only Kourtney herself can tell us, and she obviously would not choose to voice her fears to the world. But if this is on her mind, she is not the only one who is very conscious of how close Scott and Sofia have become. If Kourtney really is feeling like she’s losing Scott forever, what should she do? One, she could tell him, which would probably cause problems in his current relationship — even if it’s too late. It would be massively unfair to Sofia and arguably to Scott. Two, Kourtney could choose to not make her feelings any of anyone else’s business. That is the mature and respectful thing to do, but not necessarily a recipe for her own happiness. Maybe the best ending for these three would be some sort of polyamorous arrangement where both Kourtney and Sofia are dating Scott. That said, not everyone is wired for polyamory — just as not everyone is wired for monogamy — and that is totally okay. We just want for everyone to be happy and stable. View Slideshow: Kourtney Kardashian Accused of Promoting Incest with Creepy New Photo

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TV One Launches New Entertainment Network CLEO TV

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Source: JGI/Jamie Grill / Getty This January, TV One will launch CLEO TV, a new aspirational lifestyle and entertainment cable network targeting Millennial and Gen X women of color. Derived from the name Cleopatra, one of the most powerful, trendsetting, rule-breaking and iconic women in history, CLEO TV will offer quality content that defies negative and cultural stereotypes of today’s modern women. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit The network promises a unique and diverse lineup of short and long-form programming that reflects the multifaceted interests of this generation. With a bold, fearless and fresh take, CLEO TV gives multicultural young women a destination for content centered around travel, home design, relationships, finances, cooking, talk shows, movies, docu-series, sitcoms and much more. As previously announced, CLEO TV will be broadly distributed on Comcast Xfinity beginning January 19, 2019. Additional affiliate distribution agreements will be announced in the coming months. CLEO TV launch advertisers include CURLS Beauty Brands. SEE ALSO:  How Black Women Can Get Their Finances In Order And Live Their Best Lives TV One’s General Manager, Michelle Rice, who was responsible for shepherding the development of the new network said, “We’re at a pivotal moment in history where women are making a huge impact in our society and culture, especially women of color. CLEO TV will offer a diverse mix of lifestyle and entertainment content through the unique lens of Millennial and young Gen X women of color, an audience segment currently underserved. CLEO TV will leverage the comprehensive media platform of our parent company Urban One, Inc. which includes digital, television and radio divisions that will each play an integral role in bringing this new network to the marketplace. We appreciate the support of our inaugural launch partner Comcast, as well as CURLS Beauty Brands for this tremendous opportunity to elevate new voices in our industry.” CLEO TV’s original programming lineup for First Quarter 2019 includes two new series. NEW SOUL KITCHEN is the ultimate cooking show featuring culinary superstars Chef Jernard Wells and vegan chef Porsche Thomas delivering soul food recipes with a healthy twist. Harlem based Chef JJ Johnson, one of the culinary world’s most sought after stars, brings his delicious delights to CLEO TV with celebrity friends and influencers on JUST EATS WITH CHEF JJ. Launching in Second Quarter 2019 is the series LIVING BY DESIGN WITH JAKE AND JAZZ, hosted by brother/sister duo Jake and Jazz Smollett, who team up to transform the living, work and play spaces of millennial families. During each episode, Jake and Jazz will enter the home of a millennial, help them turn their design dreams into reality, then conclude with a delicious recipe curated by our hosts to celebrate their redesigned space. CLEO TV also has two travel series in development that are slated to launch in Third Quarter 2019 — a travel and culture guide for Black millennials and a series centered on adventure travel. CLEO TV’S acquired, scripted digital series offerings include EVERYTHING I DID WRONG IN MY 20’S, which tracks the journey of 35-year-old Stephanie who’s in search of happiness and determined to learn from the mistakes of her past. THE UNWRITTEN RULES is a hilarious series based on the book “40 Hours and an Unwritten Rule” that chronicles young, opinionated Racey as she arrives at her new job only to discover she is the sole Black employee. Additional programs include popular web series that reflect the dynamic experiences of Black millennials, from adulthood drama to dating struggles. “The best part about CLEO TV is that program formats will be both a mixture of old and new school, and viewers will find shows that have a modern twist,” said Robyn Green Arrington, TV One’s Vice President of Original Programming and Production. “CLEO TV will bring to the forefront short-form and acquired programs that have only been in the digital space, which will give them more broad exposure and attract a new generation of viewers to the network. It will provide lifestyle, empowerment and entertainment lineups that mothers and daughters can watch together.” In addition to its original programs and acquired series, CLEO TV’s programming slate will include daily talk show SISTER CIRCLE LIVE and syndicated sitcoms that appeal to young women of color such as “Girlfriends” and “Eve.” CLEO TV will also feature some of TV One’s breakout original movies, such as BOBBI KRISTINA, JEAN OF THE JONESES and LOVE UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT: THE MIKI HOWARD STORY. See photos of Black women killing it on television below! ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Macy’s Dragged For How It Portrays Black Fathers In New Holiday Ad Dallas Austin Reveals Kim Porter Inspired ‘Drumline’ Tamar Braxton Refused To Finish Stage Play In D.C. Because She Didn’t Get Food [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1695836″ overlay=”true”] Follow @TheRSMS

TV One Launches New Entertainment Network CLEO TV

TV One Launches New Entertainment Network CLEO TV

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Source: JGI/Jamie Grill / Getty This January, TV One will launch CLEO TV, a new aspirational lifestyle and entertainment cable network targeting Millennial and Gen X women of color. Derived from the name Cleopatra, one of the most powerful, trendsetting, rule-breaking and iconic women in history, CLEO TV will offer quality content that defies negative and cultural stereotypes of today’s modern women. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit The network promises a unique and diverse lineup of short and long-form programming that reflects the multifaceted interests of this generation. With a bold, fearless and fresh take, CLEO TV gives multicultural young women a destination for content centered around travel, home design, relationships, finances, cooking, talk shows, movies, docu-series, sitcoms and much more. As previously announced, CLEO TV will be broadly distributed on Comcast Xfinity beginning January 19, 2019. Additional affiliate distribution agreements will be announced in the coming months. CLEO TV launch advertisers include CURLS Beauty Brands. SEE ALSO:  How Black Women Can Get Their Finances In Order And Live Their Best Lives TV One’s General Manager, Michelle Rice, who was responsible for shepherding the development of the new network said, “We’re at a pivotal moment in history where women are making a huge impact in our society and culture, especially women of color. CLEO TV will offer a diverse mix of lifestyle and entertainment content through the unique lens of Millennial and young Gen X women of color, an audience segment currently underserved. CLEO TV will leverage the comprehensive media platform of our parent company Urban One, Inc. which includes digital, television and radio divisions that will each play an integral role in bringing this new network to the marketplace. We appreciate the support of our inaugural launch partner Comcast, as well as CURLS Beauty Brands for this tremendous opportunity to elevate new voices in our industry.” CLEO TV’s original programming lineup for First Quarter 2019 includes two new series. NEW SOUL KITCHEN is the ultimate cooking show featuring culinary superstars Chef Jernard Wells and vegan chef Porsche Thomas delivering soul food recipes with a healthy twist. Harlem based Chef JJ Johnson, one of the culinary world’s most sought after stars, brings his delicious delights to CLEO TV with celebrity friends and influencers on JUST EATS WITH CHEF JJ. Launching in Second Quarter 2019 is the series LIVING BY DESIGN WITH JAKE AND JAZZ, hosted by brother/sister duo Jake and Jazz Smollett, who team up to transform the living, work and play spaces of millennial families. During each episode, Jake and Jazz will enter the home of a millennial, help them turn their design dreams into reality, then conclude with a delicious recipe curated by our hosts to celebrate their redesigned space. CLEO TV also has two travel series in development that are slated to launch in Third Quarter 2019 — a travel and culture guide for Black millennials and a series centered on adventure travel. CLEO TV’S acquired, scripted digital series offerings include EVERYTHING I DID WRONG IN MY 20’S, which tracks the journey of 35-year-old Stephanie who’s in search of happiness and determined to learn from the mistakes of her past. THE UNWRITTEN RULES is a hilarious series based on the book “40 Hours and an Unwritten Rule” that chronicles young, opinionated Racey as she arrives at her new job only to discover she is the sole Black employee. Additional programs include popular web series that reflect the dynamic experiences of Black millennials, from adulthood drama to dating struggles. “The best part about CLEO TV is that program formats will be both a mixture of old and new school, and viewers will find shows that have a modern twist,” said Robyn Green Arrington, TV One’s Vice President of Original Programming and Production. “CLEO TV will bring to the forefront short-form and acquired programs that have only been in the digital space, which will give them more broad exposure and attract a new generation of viewers to the network. It will provide lifestyle, empowerment and entertainment lineups that mothers and daughters can watch together.” In addition to its original programs and acquired series, CLEO TV’s programming slate will include daily talk show SISTER CIRCLE LIVE and syndicated sitcoms that appeal to young women of color such as “Girlfriends” and “Eve.” CLEO TV will also feature some of TV One’s breakout original movies, such as BOBBI KRISTINA, JEAN OF THE JONESES and LOVE UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT: THE MIKI HOWARD STORY. See photos of Black women killing it on television below! ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : Macy’s Dragged For How It Portrays Black Fathers In New Holiday Ad Dallas Austin Reveals Kim Porter Inspired ‘Drumline’ Tamar Braxton Refused To Finish Stage Play In D.C. Because She Didn’t Get Food [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1695836″ overlay=”true”] Follow @TheRSMS

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Mahershala Ali And Viggo Mortensen Tells Stories Of People Butchering Their Names

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Make it a priority to go see Green Book starring Mahershala Ali. The movie tells the story of an unlikely friendship between Dr. Don Shirley a black classical pianist and Tony Lip Vallelonga an Italian bouncer who gets hired to drive Dr. Shirley through the Jim Crow south for a string of performances in a bunch of whites-only venues. I sat down with Mahershala Ali and Viggo Mortensen , the stars of Green Book for an interview about the film where they open up about two of the best-acted roles of the year. You are likely to hear their names mentioned all throughout awards seasons. They chatted about working with one another, falling into these characters and we even got a laugh about how people mispronounce their names. Mahershala who puts on an epic performance as Dr. Don Shirley reveals they started building their chemistry before they started filming, “There is no greater feeling in acting, or in this craft than to work with somebody you feel like you’re with every step of the way. We just really did the dance from before we started shooting. From sitting in the hotel in New Orleans going through the script and reading it through together and we locked into something really early and it just never left us.” Green Book is one of the best movies of the year and right now it’s number 1 on my list. When I sit down and go back over all the movies I have seen this one will rank high on my list of movies. I’m sure you’ll see it in a bunch of top 10 list of other popular top ten list as well. There has been a lot of chatter about this movie and how it’s told from Tony’s perspective but in my opinion that doesn’t take away from the quality of the film. While this is a feel-good movie, there isn’t anything wrong with that. America is a racist country that continues to this day to have deep roots in that flawed ideology and just because one movie decides to tell the story of two people coming together despite their differences doesn’t mean it’s implying that racism is over. It’s just a story. The more movies they make like this the closer we get to a place where we can all get along. Green Book hits theaters everywhere Wednesday, go see with the family after Thanksgiving dinner.    

Mahershala Ali And Viggo Mortensen Tells Stories Of People Butchering Their Names

Mahershala Ali And Viggo Mortensen Tells Stories Of People Butchering Their Names

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Make it a priority to go see Green Book starring Mahershala Ali. The movie tells the story of an unlikely friendship between Dr. Don Shirley a black classical pianist and Tony Lip Vallelonga an Italian bouncer who gets hired to drive Dr. Shirley through the Jim Crow south for a string of performances in a bunch of whites-only venues. I sat down with Mahershala Ali and Viggo Mortensen , the stars of Green Book for an interview about the film where they open up about two of the best-acted roles of the year. You are likely to hear their names mentioned all throughout awards seasons. They chatted about working with one another, falling into these characters and we even got a laugh about how people mispronounce their names. Mahershala who puts on an epic performance as Dr. Don Shirley reveals they started building their chemistry before they started filming, “There is no greater feeling in acting, or in this craft than to work with somebody you feel like you’re with every step of the way. We just really did the dance from before we started shooting. From sitting in the hotel in New Orleans going through the script and reading it through together and we locked into something really early and it just never left us.” Green Book is one of the best movies of the year and right now it’s number 1 on my list. When I sit down and go back over all the movies I have seen this one will rank high on my list of movies. I’m sure you’ll see it in a bunch of top 10 list of other popular top ten list as well. There has been a lot of chatter about this movie and how it’s told from Tony’s perspective but in my opinion that doesn’t take away from the quality of the film. While this is a feel-good movie, there isn’t anything wrong with that. America is a racist country that continues to this day to have deep roots in that flawed ideology and just because one movie decides to tell the story of two people coming together despite their differences doesn’t mean it’s implying that racism is over. It’s just a story. The more movies they make like this the closer we get to a place where we can all get along. Green Book hits theaters everywhere Wednesday, go see with the family after Thanksgiving dinner.    

Mahershala Ali And Viggo Mortensen Tells Stories Of People Butchering Their Names

Kris Jenner to Kanye West: STFU About the Trump Stuff!

At this point, pretty much everyone on the planet would prefer that Kanye West keep his political opinions to himself. Even those who agree with his MAGA-centric views probably feel that their case isn’t helped by Yeezy rambling about alternate universes and boasting that he’s off his meds during visits to the Oval Office. Kanye often claims that he doesn’t care what others think of his worldview — but we know that’s not true. Yeezy is easily upset by other people’s responses to his opinions, and the closer the rapper is to those people, the more sensitive he becomes. These days, the situation is so dire that Kim Kardashian’s rumored exhaustion with West’s political rants has led to yet another round of Kim and Kanye divorce rumors . And it seems Mrs. Kardashian-West is not alone in her frustrations. Kris Jenner appeared on Ellen this week, and the world’s most successful momager had much to say on the topic of her outspoken son-in-law: “Kanye’s an amazing son-in-law. He’s an amazing dad and husband and friend and brother-in-law. So we know my son-in-law, Kanye,” Jenner prefaced before going in on the dude. “My job as a mom is just to be there for my kids and be supportive and love them.” Asked about Kanye’s political views, Kris kept it civil while subtly making her distaste very clear: “You can’t control what somebody else is doing. I can’t always control what any of them do at any time,” she said. “But I think what I really want to do is be there to help him and be the best version of himself that he can be.”  Kris continued to couch her remarks in reluctant praise for her “eccentric” son-in-law, an act that became exceedingly difficult while talking about Kanye’s visit to the White House and his plans for a futuristic Air Force One. “It was very spontaneous,” Kris remarked. “And the stuff that they were talking about, when they got to the airplane, I was like, ‘Oh my gosh, that’s so Kanye.” From there, Kris basically talked about Kanye like he’s an over-excited toddler:  “He was sharing thoughts and things of himself. But I would rather he share some of that stuff privately. Obviously, that would be great.” The shade continues as Kris reveals that no one saw this crap coming: “He does have different sides to him and this is a side that nobody’s seen before,” she tells Ellen. “Kim always says, ‘I can’t control what somebody else does,’ and I feel the same way.”  It’s anyone’s guess as to whether or not those rumors of Kim taking a break from her marriage are accurate, but at this point, we’re guessing she’s very much looking forward to Kanye moving to Chicago . View Slideshow: 14 Things Kanye West Actually Said in His Meeting with Donald Trump

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Bella Thorne’s Halloween of the Day

Bella Thorne posted her tit in her Halloween costume, or one of her Halloween costumes, and I am surprised that the clickbait that is Bella Thorne hasn’t been building up the Halloween, you know posting 12 different costumes going into it…even though every day is Halloween for her, the raver….the crackhead…whatever it is she’s up to…in her clickbait life… I guess she’s starting to do opiates…all not dead on Fentanyl, too bad..but it may happen…bitch be medicated….the more MDMA she does, the closer to heroin she gets… GOOD COSTUME THOUGH… TO SEE CELEBS IN COSTUME CLICK HERE The post Bella Thorne’s Halloween of the Day appeared first on DrunkenStepFather.com .

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Azealia Banks to Donald Trump: PLEASE Let Me Perform at Your Inauguration!

Azealia Banks has never really delivered on her early promise as a hitmaker. (In fact, she has has yet to attain “one hit wonder” status.)  But she’s still managed to remain relevant by starting fights with vastly more famous celebrities and genuinely behaving like a  person who’s been given a platform despite having flushed her meds several weeks ago. Amazingly, despite the fact that she’s been screaming for attention in new and increasingly batsh-t ways for several years now, Azealia still has the power to surprise us. Take, for example, the video she posted last month, in which she revealed that she’s a witch who sacrifices chickens in the closer of her New York City apartment. We don’t think anyone was that coming. And then there are Ms. Banks’ political views . During the election, the rapper’s followers were shocked to learn that Azealia is a Trump supporter. It’s surprising in the sense that she’s expressed liberal views in the past, but so much when you consider the fact that Azealia is an angry racist . Then it makes perfect sense. Anyway, Banks is pissed – pissed! – that Trump’s inauguration is being headlines by 3 Doors Down and some woman who came in second on America’s Got Talent, and she would like to personally make the entire country say “Who?” by taking the stage herself: “Saw the entertainment line for the inauguration it made me very upset. This is an EPIC moment in modern history and it should def be celebrated in style'” Banks wrote on Facebook yesterday. “I would love to perform at the inauguration.” Most of Azealia’s fans reacted with confusion (the guy who commented, “The devil is in this post” seemed to just about sum up the consensus), but Banks has at least one fellow Z-list Trumpeter in her corner. Noted professional troll Milo Yiannopoulis commented that Banks is his “first, second and only choice” to perform at the inauguration. Azealia, demonstrating the political acumen that’s made her sought-after voice of reason in troubled times, replied: “Me and you in the front row looking MAAAAD cute omg we would break the internet.” And people thought Trump wouldn’t bring our country together. Already, he’s uniting bigots with nothing in common but their hatred and insecurity!

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