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Kaiseror Since: Jul, 2016
#336476: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:01:01 PM

I'm not even sure they'll have the final results by then so I'm not putting too much stake into it.

Aleistar Since: Feb, 2018 Relationship Status: Hugging my pillow
#336477: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:01:15 PM

[up]x2 I think it's almost certain that Biden wins the popular vote by at least 2016 margins, but the question is if Trump can pull through in swing states like Pennsylvania to eke out an electoral victory.

[nja]'d

also [up]

Edited by Aleistar on Oct 31st 2020 at 7:01:39 AM

Silasw A procrastination in of itself from A handcart to hell (4 Score & 7 Years Ago) Relationship Status: And they all lived happily ever after <3
A procrastination in of itself
#336478: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:03:42 PM

The FBI seem to have been going ham on the kind of groups that would turn violent after the election, probably specifically for that reason.

There are certainly risks, but if it comes to it national guard units can be deployed and they’re vastly more powerful than any such groups.

“And the Bunny nails it!” ~ Gabrael “If the UN can get through a day without everyone strangling everyone else so can we.” ~ Cyran
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#336479: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:03:51 PM

I have no doubt that regardless of the outcome, once the results are revealed, this topic will get locked for some time one way or another.

Edited by RainingMetal on Oct 31st 2020 at 10:04:00 AM

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RainehDaze Nero Fangirl (4 Score & 7 Years Ago)
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#336480: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:04:31 PM

It seems unlikely this topic is going to get locked in the event of a Biden win.

Rationalinsanity from Halifax, Canada Since: Aug, 2010 Relationship Status: It's complicated
#336481: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:04:43 PM

I definitely know that I am not repeating what I did 4 years; which was getting blackout drunk. That behavior scared me and I have zero intention of repeating it.

Politics is the skilled use of blunt objects.
AngrokVa indighost from america, unfortunately Since: Feb, 2012 Relationship Status: Saddled with unnecessary feelings
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#336482: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:05:38 PM

@Silas: Honestly? That's a little bit reassuring. Here's hoping things don't get too bad out there.

@RainingMetal: Oh certainly. Even if Biden wins, I think locking this thread would be a safe choice, which is fine.

Edited by AngrokVa on Oct 31st 2020 at 10:07:29 AM

Redmess Redmess from Netherlands Since: Feb, 2014
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#336483: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:05:45 PM

Maybe it's a good idea to lock the thread on election night anyway.

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jjjj2 from Arrakis Since: Jul, 2015
#336484: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:07:48 PM

I didn't get blackout drunk, but I certainly got drunk.

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#336485: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:10:07 PM

I was too young to drink 4 years ago, and I haven't been drinking now... though that might change in the increasingly unlikely event that Trump wins. tongue

Edited by AngrokVa on Oct 31st 2020 at 10:10:22 AM

RainingMetal (Handed A Sword) Relationship Status: THIS CONCEPT OF 'WUV' CONFUSES AND INFURIATES US!
#336486: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:10:40 PM

What I mean to imply is that there will be a lot of rowdy celebration in the case of a Biden win, with lots of metaphorical grave-dancing on the Trump administration.

Mind you, I speak as The Teetotaler and as a Canuck, but I'm definitely rooting for Biden because I don't want to get invaded by Trump and his goose-steppers.

Edited by RainingMetal on Oct 31st 2020 at 10:11:45 AM

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Silasw A procrastination in of itself from A handcart to hell (4 Score & 7 Years Ago) Relationship Status: And they all lived happily ever after <3
A procrastination in of itself
#336487: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:10:56 PM

There’s a reason I’m planning to do a special election results watch thread, it gives the mods a specific thread they can lock if people get out of hand, while enabling other political matters to be discussed here.

It’s especially useful in the event results take several days to come in.

[up] I doubt that’ll be what happens, we’re much more likely to have people working themselves into a panic thinking that Trump will cause a civil war due to having lost.

Edited by Silasw on Oct 31st 2020 at 2:11:46 PM

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#336488: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:12:25 PM

What I mean to imply is that there will be a lot of rowdy celebration in the case of a Biden win, with lots of metaphorical grave-dancing on the Trump administration.

Which necessitates a thread lock... why?

Are we supposed to be gracious in victory towards a fascist administration that isn't here?

Galadriel Since: Feb, 2015
#336489: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:15:45 PM

I’ve probably had less that 20 drinks in my entire life, total (and no more than 2 in succession), but I’m considering buying booze for Tuesday to alleviate my election-watching nerves with bellinis or fancy hot chocolate.

(What? I don’t like wine or beer.)

It’ll be either that or just unbelievable amounts of junk food.

Edited by Galadriel on Oct 31st 2020 at 10:16:55 AM

Rationalinsanity from Halifax, Canada Since: Aug, 2010 Relationship Status: It's complicated
#336490: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:17:55 PM

[up]If you aren't much of a drinker, be careful with the hard stuff. That shit can sneak up on your ass real quick.

I recommend lots of water, and mixing it as well.

Politics is the skilled use of blunt objects.
Galadriel Since: Feb, 2015
#336491: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:19:35 PM

Thank you! Small amounts of vodka mixed with large amounts of mango juice are on the very short list of types of alcohol that I like.

I’m aware that this is probably not a good time to start drinking.

RainingMetal (Handed A Sword) Relationship Status: THIS CONCEPT OF 'WUV' CONFUSES AND INFURIATES US!
#336492: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:20:51 PM

Which necessitates a thread lock... why?

I was thinking more because of the immense spike in thread activity that it could cause technical problems. But maybe this site is more powerful than that.

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RainehDaze Nero Fangirl (4 Score & 7 Years Ago)
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#336493: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:21:34 PM

We'll probably just get a few more of those weird identical post times things.

Silasw A procrastination in of itself from A handcart to hell (4 Score & 7 Years Ago) Relationship Status: And they all lived happily ever after <3
A procrastination in of itself
#336494: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:21:55 PM

A good way to consume spirits can be to mix them with something, as it means you’re also consuming the something else and not just strait alcohol.

If I had some equipment I might try getting some lime juice and run in and making Daqurris, sadly I didn’t think to grab my brother stuff from my parents, so it will probably be Pimms, plus I’ve got some Diplomatico and I think some other strait booze stashed somewhere.

[up]X3 If you like spirits mixed with fruit juice I’d suggest looking into some Tiki drinks, they’re my go to for drinks due to that being my taste.

Edited by Silasw on Oct 31st 2020 at 2:23:07 PM

“And the Bunny nails it!” ~ Gabrael “If the UN can get through a day without everyone strangling everyone else so can we.” ~ Cyran
Galadriel Since: Feb, 2015
#336495: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:23:55 PM

Oh, absolutely, there’s no way I could drink straight liquor of any kind.

[up]Thanks for the recommendation!

Edited by Galadriel on Oct 31st 2020 at 10:24:21 AM

PresidentStalkeyes Eats moldy bread and flies into windows from United Kingdom of England-land Since: Feb, 2016 Relationship Status: Do you like me? (Yes ⎕ Definitely ⎕ Absolutely!!! ⎕)
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#336496: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:25:51 PM

If Biden wins, I have some alcoholic ginger beer left over from last christmas. Might break that out to mark the occasion. I'm normally a teetotaller, so I save it for when it's warranted.

Though I spose if Trump wins, I might drink it anyway, just for different reasons. :V

Edited by PresidentStalkeyes on Oct 31st 2020 at 2:26:03 PM

Those sell-by-dates won't stop me because I can't read!
Protagonist506 from Oregon Since: Dec, 2013 Relationship Status: Chocolate!
#336497: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:35:07 PM

One way or another, there will be drinking.

But probably not me, I'm almost a Teetotaler (I enjoy a glass of fine wine every once in a very rare while, but I never let myself get drunk or buzzed).

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LSBK Since: Sep, 2014
#336498: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:40:42 PM

So assuming the best, or at least a good outcome, here's a Vox article on 11 ways Democrats could get to fixing our democracy.

Some easier than others, and some that basically already have bills waiting, and just need the numbers to get through.

Scarecrow4774 from In Wonderland Since: Mar, 2017 Relationship Status: Complex: I'm real, they are imaginary
#336499: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:41:28 PM

I'm straight edge, under 21, and I have classes in the morning after election day, so no drinking. But I'll probably end up watching whatever my folks watch and go to bed around 11 or 12 like I usually do.

Thank God for melatonin so I can actually sleep.

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#336500: Oct 31st 2020 at 7:55:31 PM

I didn't intentionally schedule it this way, but since I have Wednesdays off until the end of the year (burning unused vacation time), I might as well grab some beers or whatever.

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