5-Points 3,838 Posted November 9 32 minutes ago, The Real timschochet said: The Republicans gerrymandered 5 new seats in Texas, a deliberate act AGAINST democracy. Newsom in California said “I want to counter this, but I will let the voters of California decide if they want me to.” We did. Overwhelmingly. That’s how democracy works. Do you even read what you post? When Trump does it, it's against democracy. When Greasy Gav does it, it's democracy. ETA: thanks for confirming that CA dems and their voters have zero integrity. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squistion 2,643 Posted November 10 Gavin Newsom is in Brazil for COP30, which is the 30th annual United Nations Climate Change Conference (Conference of the Parties) being held in Belém, Brazil, from November 10-21, 2025. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seafoam1 3,497 Posted November 10 7 minutes ago, squistion said: Gavin Newsom is in Brazil for COP30, which is the 30th annual United Nations Climate Change Conference (Conference of the Parties) being held in Belém, Brazil, from November 10-21, 2025. Brazil. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seafoam1 3,497 Posted November 15 Just now, squistion said: Enjoy you state debt California. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squistion 2,643 Posted November 18 From Grok at the Twitters: Comedian Jeff Dye Moves from California to Texas Over Newsom and Wildfire Handling Last updated Nov 16 Comedian Jeff Dye announced his relocation from California to Texas, expressing fears of Governor Gavin Newsom's leadership and the state's response to the January 2025 wildfires that destroyed thousands of structures in Los Angeles. On the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, Dye highlighted issues like water shortages and delayed aid, joining a trend of celebrities leaving due to taxes, crime, and disaster management. His GoFundMe for moving expenses faced online backlash, prompting him to delete it and refund donors. This story is a summary of posts on X and may evolve over time. Grok can make mistakes, verify its outputs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RaiderHaters Revenge 4,579 Posted November 26 8 minutes ago, squistion said: That looks just like you. Tell me where in the constitution does it justify a governor stripping its states rights Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SaintsInDome2006 757 Posted November 26 On 11/21/2025 at 8:06 AM, squistion said: “FILMING IN CALIFORNIA as part of our @FilmCalifornia Tax Credit Program.” Louisiana under its Republican Governor has killed its tax credit program, & it’s gone from the country’s top location for productions to somewhere way down the list. Crazy thing is it was originally an Old Republican idea - tax credits! - it was successful, but then maga killed it. So now California reaps the benefits. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MDC 8,069 Posted November 26 CA trying to get construction going on the first 120 miles of high speed rail between San Fran and LA next year. Trump admin already pulled all the FRA funding of course. No way they help Newsome accomplish something. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RaiderHaters Revenge 4,579 Posted November 26 2 minutes ago, MDC said: CA trying to get construction going on the first 120 miles of high speed rail between San Fran and LA next year. Trump admin already pulled all the FRA funding of course. No way they help Newsome accomplish something. Omg are you focking kidding me with that? Might want to look up the history of the high speed rail in California. Look up exactly how much we the people have spent over the last 30 focking years on this disaster. And zero has been done. But Trump!!! stick to philly garbage Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RaiderHaters Revenge 4,579 Posted November 26 AI Overview +10 Gavin Newsom's "train project" refers to California's high-speed rail system, a project he has publicly supported despite initial skepticism . The project, which has faced significant cost overruns and delays, is now focused on completing a 171-mile segment in the Central Valley between Merced and Bakersfield. Newsom has secured new funding through federal grants, including a $3.1 billion grant from the Biden administration, and proposed a long-term state funding plan. Project status and challenges Cost and timeline: The project's estimated costs have risen significantly from the original $45 billion, now ranging from an estimated $88 to $128 billion. Central Valley focus: The initial, operational phase will be a 171-mile track in the Central Valley, with a goal for this segment to be completed by 2032. A statewide, 220-mph electric line connecting San Francisco and Los Angeles is the ultimate goal, though a timeline for completion of the full system is not yet available. Funding: The project is receiving new momentum from a $3.1 billion federal grant from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Newsom has proposed a long-term state funding plan, with a deal struck for approximately $1 billion per year through 2045. Federal funding has been threatened, leading the state to take legal action to fight back against what Governor Newsom calls "politically motivated attacks". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MDC 8,069 Posted November 26 8 minutes ago, RaiderHaters Revenge said: Omg are you focking kidding me with that? Might want to look up the history of the high speed rail in California. Look up exactly how much we the people have spent over the last 30 focking years on this disaster. And zero has been done. But Trump!!! stick to philly garbage CA is bidding out the first 120 miles of HSR right now. I hope they get it done. The UK and Japan manage to have HSR, why can’t we? Trump admin cancelled grants for the Hudson Tunnel Project in NY too btw. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RaiderHaters Revenge 4,579 Posted November 26 32 minutes ago, MDC said: CA is bidding out the first 120 miles of HSR right now. I hope they get it done. The UK and Japan manage to have HSR, why can’t we? Trump admin cancelled grants for the Hudson Tunnel Project in NY too btw. Completely oblivious that California has already funded 80 some billion for it and it’s gotten nowhere. But again Trump. This is a project going on 20+ years. You don’t live here. You don’t really know anything about it public transportation is a state issue Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MDC 8,069 Posted November 26 3 minutes ago, RaiderHaters Revenge said: Completely oblivious that California has already funded 80 some billion for it and it’s gotten nowhere. But again Trump. This is a project going on 20+ years. You don’t live here. You don’t really know anything about it public transportation is a state issue About $15b has been spent on buying land, civil works, tunnels etc. Not sure where you’re getting the $80b figure from. Estimates for the total cost are $90-$130b and it hasn’t been built yet. HS2 in the UK cost over $100b. Major infrastructure works are expensive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maximum Overkill 2,597 Posted November 26 The Bakersfield bullet Train Over budget and waaaaay over schedule Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RaiderHaters Revenge 4,579 Posted November 26 19 minutes ago, MDC said: About $15b has been spent on buying land, civil works, tunnels etc. Not sure where you’re getting the $80b figure from. Estimates for the total cost are $90-$130b and it hasn’t been built yet. HS2 in the UK cost over $100b. Major infrastructure works are expensive. meaning its already been allocated our state taxes and gas taxes have been increased to pay for this I get major infrastructure is expensive, but you are so focused on Trump you cant see the failure of California public transportation (much less the roads) despite having the highest dmv, registration and gas taxes in the nation This is a train going to nowhere Bakersfield to Merced, meanwhile a privately funded HSR from LA to Vegas has been stopped multiple times, so spare us, its a money stealing project and always has been so how much do you think it will cost to complete, cause I guarantee that ESTIMATE CHANGES another dozen times $33 billion initial plan The initial plan for California's High-Speed Rail (HSR) project was to cost $33 billion. This estimate was made in 2008 when the project was proposed, and it was part of a larger plan to connect San Francisco and Los Angeles, as well as the Central Valley to coastal cities, at speeds of up to 220 miles per hour. The project was authorized by voters in 2008 and construction began in 2015. However, the cost has escalated significantly, and the project is now facing considerable challenges due to funding gaps and cost overruns. Wikipedia Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MDC 8,069 Posted November 26 4 minutes ago, RaiderHaters Revenge said: meaning its already been allocated our state taxes and gas taxes have been increased to pay for this I get major infrastructure is expensive, but you are so focused on Trump you cant see the failure of California public transportation (much less the roads) despite having the highest dmv, registration and gas taxes in the nation This is a train going to nowhere Bakersfield to Merced, meanwhile a privately funded HSR from LA to Vegas has been stopped multiple times, so spare us, its a money stealing project and always has been so how much do you think it will cost to complete, cause I guarantee that ESTIMATE CHANGES another dozen times $33 billion initial plan The initial plan for California's High-Speed Rail (HSR) project was to cost $33 billion. This estimate was made in 2008 when the project was proposed, and it was part of a larger plan to connect San Francisco and Los Angeles, as well as the Central Valley to coastal cities, at speeds of up to 220 miles per hour. The project was authorized by voters in 2008 and construction began in 2015. However, the cost has escalated significantly, and the project is now facing considerable challenges due to funding gaps and cost overruns. Wikipedia HS2 in the UK is roughly the same length at a price tag of around $90b. How come the UK and Japan manage to get HSR done and we can’t? Trump made it about himself when he started canceling federal grants out of spite. Like I said, they’re shooting to start laying track in 2026. I hope it succeeds. It would be a nice change of pace to see government deliver on something bold. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RaiderHaters Revenge 4,579 Posted November 26 3 minutes ago, MDC said: HS2 in the UK is roughly the same length at a price tag of around $90b. How come the UK and Japan manage to get HSR done and we can’t? Trump made it about himself when he started canceling federal grants out of spite. Like I said, they’re shooting to start laying track in 2026. I hope it succeeds. It would be a nice change of pace to see government deliver on something bold. dont care what other countries do, I care what weve failed to do in california, guess what this project started long before Trump so drop the nonsense wow give them credit 18 years later they are shooting for 2026!!!! amazing he should be president!! it was a stupid project in the first place even when it was campaigned idiots that just vote blue no matter voted for this garbage meanwhile logical people were saying why not LA to SF or LA to Vegas, but hey lets start Bakersfield to Merced, cause thats really needed!!! I dunno about you, I mean im no train enthusiast, but when I built trains as a kid, I started at point A and worked towards point B, I didnt start 200 miles away from the starting or ending point and have no direction Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Hunt 317 Posted 13 hours ago 9 minutes ago, edjr said: Stop it..you are going to upset the Squidster. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,926 Posted 12 hours ago On 11/26/2025 at 9:04 AM, MDC said: CA is bidding out the first 120 miles of HSR right now. I hope they get it done. The UK and Japan manage to have HSR, why can’t we? Trump admin cancelled grants for the Hudson Tunnel Project in NY too btw. That thing is wasteful and unnecessary. We can't do it because it's California and we suck. Everyone has their hand out on a project like this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,926 Posted 12 hours ago On 11/26/2025 at 10:24 AM, RaiderHaters Revenge said: dont care what other countries do, I care what weve failed to do in california, guess what this project started long before Trump so drop the nonsense wow give them credit 18 years later they are shooting for 2026!!!! amazing he should be president!! it was a stupid project in the first place even when it was campaigned idiots that just vote blue no matter voted for this garbage meanwhile logical people were saying why not LA to SF or LA to Vegas, but hey lets start Bakersfield to Merced, cause thats really needed!!! I dunno about you, I mean im no train enthusiast, but when I built trains as a kid, I started at point A and worked towards point B, I didnt start 200 miles away from the starting or ending point and have no direction He doesn't realize that those two towns, Bakersfield and Merced, are pit stains and this train is a boondoggle. He doesn't know anything about it, clearly, but it's shiny and sounds cool, so typical lefty is going to have an opinion on it. They just keep having opinions. Now in typical internet fashion from both sides, he's going to go look for articles that defend the train, so he can find ways to be right after forming an ill informed opinion instead of just getting it right. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Real timschochet 7,535 Posted 12 hours ago I am a California Democrat and I very likely will be supporting Gavin Newsom for President (depending on who else is running.) But the train project was a disaster from start to finish. Idiotic. Complete waste of time and money. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Real timschochet 7,535 Posted 11 hours ago I wouldn’t mind a high speed rail from Orange County to Vegas, or Orange County to San Francisco. Those are two trips I drive often and I might enjoy taking a train instead especially if it saves me time. But I don’t need the government to pay for it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RaiderHaters Revenge 4,579 Posted 11 hours ago 2 minutes ago, The Real timschochet said: I wouldn’t mind a high speed rail from Orange County to Vegas, or Orange County to San Francisco. Those are two trips I drive often and I might enjoy taking a train instead especially if it saves me time. But I don’t need the government to pay for it. Ideally and this would be smart high speed starting in San Diego, have stops in OC, LA, SB, SF but you can get direct routes so SD to SF nonstop would be useful from the hub in LA or OC have a LV one too I would support that whole heartedly, although, I would NOT allow the state to build it, I would privatize it and let Buffett build it, I am sure he'd go all in on high speed, I am sure we have the technology to make freighting high speed as well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
