Inside Everyone's OODA Loop

Putin keeps changing reality before the rest of us have adapted to the previous one. His latest Syrian gambit - declare victory and go home - once again leaves the West playing 52-pick up.

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[henry]

Obama's OODA loop is in a ditch while he sucks on his slurpees.

[boris]

Who da ooda booga man?

[GUS]

I blame Bush, France and Germany. And all of the unreasonable racist, homophobic, Izzzlamopobic Republicans that I've got ridin' in the back.

Sincerely,
Dear Leader Obama.

[Jack is Back!]

But we lost no lives just like in Libya.

[Comanche Voter]

I say there, that Obama feller said Syria would be a quagmire, and Putin was making a big mistake. Doesn't Vladimir know how wise Obozo is?

[Jack is Back!]

At AFIT we had a whole seminar on John Boyd's theory's of air fighting. May have been the ultimate jet fighter pilot ever. His OODA loop was a condensing of his innate air fighting thinking processes.

[maryrose]

Once again Putin owns Obama
I can't wait for a strong republican leader to stand up for America

[Theo]

Okay, based on very early and partial exit poll data and some back of the envelope calculations by a non math major and a couple of trips to the Ouija Board, it is very roughly estimated that Trump will get about 42-43% of the votes cast in today's Republican primaries.

That would be a good day for him if it is true, but (a) this is not anything close to a done deal, (b) a lot depends on how the votes are distributed (and the very preliminary sense is that he will do very well in Florida, so a lot of those votes are "wasted" in terms of delegates) and (c) it is not enough to declare himself the majority candidate.

Stay tuned, of course.

[Miss Marple]

Theo,

There have been no exit poll data excep things like per cent of late decides. We do not know how many late decides there were.

Don't know where you got this information, but ouija board sounds about right.

Polls are not closed yet.

[jimmyk]

From the last thread, TM quoting Shadi Hamid (whoever that might be):

On October 2, 2002, Barack Obama gave a speech opposing war in Iraq—perhaps, in retrospect, the most important speech he ever gave. He was right, of course, and the foreign-policy establishment was largely wrong.

Seems like in 2011 he made damn sure he was right by turning success into failure. Now Putin shows again that Barry is irrelevant.

[Theo]

MM --

All very true. There is SOME exit poll data (and of course it is early) and some guesstimates can be made from this data. For example, I have seen exit poll data about the % of voters who would be "satisfied" if Trump were the nominee versus the % that would "seriously consider" supporting a third party.

Way too soon to tell of course. But the preliminary indications are that it could be a good night for The Donald.

[Buckeye]

Theo, keep polishing that crystal ball. Sooner or later you will get the answer you want;)

[mike in houston]

This One Strange Fact About Donald Trump Disqualifies Him From the Presidency

http://freebeacon.com/blog/only-garbage-people-order-steaks-well-done/

"Guess how Donald Trump eats his steaks?

Few people here can anticipate Mr. Trump’s demands and desires better than Mr. Senecal, 74, who has worked at the property for nearly 60 years, and for Mr. Trump for nearly 30 of them.

He understands Mr. Trump’s sleeping patterns and how he likes his steak (“It would rock on the plate, it was so well done”), and how Mr. Trump insists — despite the hair salon on the premises — on doing his own hair.

What a horrible man.

On the bright side, I’m pretty sure this disqualifies Donald Trump from the presidency. Check the Constitution. The Federalist Papers are quite clear on this point, if I remember correctly. Publius goes on—at length—about this somewhere near the back of Federalist 86."

[Theo]

Buckeye ==

As you surely know, a "good night for Trump" is NOT the answer that I want.

But just trying to tease something out of the very limited data that we do have, I think that it could well be a good night for Trump.

Stay tuned of course.

[boris]

Trump and Cruz are the anti-establishment candidates.

In a 2 man race against Roob or Kaystick most Cruz supporters would go to Trump. Winner winner chicken dinner.

In a 2 man race against Cruz, where would the establishment voters go?

Seems to me between Cruz and Trump they would pick the wild card deal maker all over the map Trump over the rock ribbed steel spine Cruz and Fiorina pair. Again Trump takes home the chicken dinner.

So the notion that trump only has 40% of the voters in any 2 man contest is ... well ... stupid questionable.

[hrtshpdbox]

What a horrible man.

I wouldn't say that someone who orders their steaks well-done is necessarily horrible, but they sure must not like the taste of steak very much.

[hrtshpdbox]

In a 2 man race against Roob or Kaystick most Cruz supporters would go to Trump.

I doubt that's true. For many, I'm sure, Cruz is the most conservative candidate that they think can win the general election.

[narciso]

the thing about the text,

http://www.breitbart.com/big-government/2016/03/15/mark-mckinnon-gop-establishment-soaked-the-place-in-kerosene-all-donald-trump-did-was-light-a-match/

[Miss Marple]

I order my steaks well done.

I grew up on a fam and near feed lot country. My whole family eats them that way.

[hrtshpdbox]

I eat my steaks medium rare. If I don't trust the chef to know what that means, I'll order it "between rare and medium rare". Anything past medium rare is tasteless shoe leather, as far as I'm concerned.

[daddy on iPad]

Haven't started catch up yet and probably won't😎, but I think KT McFarlands quick take I transcribed on Putin's Syrian pullout the other day were good.

Hopefully President Trump sends Putin's current squeeze a designer dress and an expensive Vodka, instead of another dick-upped Reset Button.

[Threadkiller]

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[narciso]

really al ghuardian, on purpose,

http://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2016/mar/15/marco-rubio-trump-already-embarrassment-for-republican-party

[hrtshpdbox]

I don't get it, TK, plenty of Americans swear as well.

[hrtshpdbox]

Ah, forget it, I meant plenty of Canadians. Dumb joke anyway.

[Sue]

Simply out of curiosity, do you think Cruz isn't an American or just isn't eligible for predident?

[JeanD]

My maternal grandfather insisted on having his beef cooked well done, and my grandmother obliged. She also boiled the life out of every vegetable that crossed her path.

Thus, my mother began her married life as that kind of cook.

It took years for my dad to convert my mom to thinking it was okay not to cook the carp out of everything.

So, maybe we can forgive Trump for this transgression?

[JeanD]

Oh, and HB, Porch!

[hrtshpdbox]

I'll guess that DT wins FL by at least 10 points, that Marco Rubio barely beats Jeb Bush in Florida, that DT also wins NC, that Kasich wins Ohio, and that Cruz wins Illinois and Missouri. Therefore, since NC is proportional, Cruz will win more delegates that DT, and that's tomorrow's GOP headline. The Dem headline is "Bernie Shocks Hillary Again!".

[Threadkiller]

I am positive he isn't eligible and I lean towards him being a US citizen.

He has gone the Obama route and sealed his records.

[Strawman Cometh]

Voted here for 23 years. Longest line by far

[Frau Bärenfang]

mike in Houston - spelling forebears correctly comes right after conquering the spelling of genealogy. Neither word is on the Spelling Demons list.

Forbears, JOM defers to daddy...

[Miss Marple 2]

I am leaving shortly for my granddaughter's orchestra concert, so a lot of returns will be in by the time I got home.

Good luck to all, whoever you support!

[henry]

So Ohio and NC polls close in ten minutes? Then the rest at 8 central?

[Agent J]

I have voted in many Presidential primary's. Today was the busiest I have ever seen..We do not have the population to have the long lines since this is 100% rural..just busy.

Signage all Cruz..no Trump. No Hil or Bern.

I agree that if Cruz drops out the vote will all go to Trump..it will be interesting to see what Hil and Bern do in the show me state..

[jimmyk]

Looks like effectively a government shutdown in DC tomorrow because the entire Metro is shutting down at midnight for 24 hours. I sure hope they manage to put barricades up around the memorials.

http://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/metro-shutdown--372144902.html

[boatbuilder, Esq., Lord of All He Surveys]

What "records?" He has never denied that he was born in Canada. You "lean towards him being a US citizen"? You are a twisted fool.

[daddy]

OK everybody. Gird Loins. 5 mins to Ohio/N Carolina results.

If Trump wins, will they play the "Here she comes' Miss America" music? 2 Frozen margaritas if anyone cares.

[Sue]

Jimmy,

Wonder if there is a threat?

[GUS]

Nothing more taxes couldn't fix!! I'm sure Col Sanders of the KGB and Rotten Rodham couldn't demogogue in , 4,3,2,1..........

[mike in houston]

Frau

I'm not sure what you re saying.

[daddy]

If Trump likes his steaks well done, it would make sense why his "Trump Steaks" Business went broke.

And if the Donald was really sharp he'd dump whoever he's married to now and marry Tereza "Heinz Katsup" Kerry.

Merge the 2 billionaires bank accounts, and since half the South already puts Catsup on their steak, what's not to like?

[jimmyk]

Sue, apparently it's technical, not terror. There was an electrical fire Monday morning (one fatality), and they're concerned about the safety of the system. Who'da thunk the government couldn't run a subway system competently?

[James D.]

Hrt @ 6:29

We agree!

Actually, I'd go farther than you. My preference is somewhere between "walk it by the stove on the way to the table" and rare.

[Threadkiller]

Geez, boatbuilder. You've come unhinged.

Name calling? How MoveOn of you.

Sue asked politely and I answered in kind.

I see you have a question, but I'm guessing you really don't want an answer.

[Porchlight]

It does make you wonder, though. How hard would it be to take a sabotage route instead of the "conventional" terror tactics?

[daddy]

instead of another dick-upped Reset Button.

Spell check is getting crank y.

[DebinNC]

That was my first thought too, Porch. Underground cables seem like very good targets.

[henry]

Florida vote counts while the polls still open in the panhandle. Media trash at it again.

[James D.]

Porch @7:49

The terrorists don't need to bother. The folks who run Metro are quite good at killing civilians (and their own employees) without any help.

[GUS]

Porchlight! No way, the GOVERNMENT is on top of things. And btw, the CIA isn't a spy agency anymore, so we've got that going for us.

[mad jack]

Medium rare. She who must be obeyed goes for rare to still mooing. I've become quite talented at getting my Webber to perform to individual specs. This falls under the ever shrinking category of things I can control. This election. Who the hell knows but since I'm a conservative in Massachusetts I'm used to being disappointed.

[henry]

Saw a tweet that Rubio will stay in the race no matter what happens tonight.

[narciso]

another novel I was reading set in venice, with a moonbat bent admitted, the author is a brit in advertising, from james patterson and ted bell, they seem to meet a lot of crazy people in advertising,

anyways, part of the story, feautures a jihadist cyberplot attacking the infrastructure, facilitated
by back doors created by nsa programs,

[mike in houston]

Screwtape’s Letters from the Trump Campaign…

http://www.redstate.com/diary/conservativecurmudgeon/2016/03/14/screwtapes-letters-trump-campaign.../

[daddy]

.

Anybody else here slather their steaks in catsup, or is it only me who stands by that exalted and noble tradition?

[mad jack]

Henry re: Rubio. What's that line from Officer and a Gentleman: I've got nowhere else to go!

[Porchlight]

I like rare. With a nice char on the outside.

First non-weather related shutdown in the Metro's existence. I still think it's weird.

[Porchlight]

Rubio is being paid to do a job and he's going to keep doing it until his bosses give him the word to stop.

[mad jack]

Daddy you may be alone on that one. Please don't tell me you put ketchup on a hot dog!

[Captain Hate]

I order my steaks well done.

I grew up on a fam and near feed lot country. My whole family eats them that way.

Mrs. H, who likewise grew up on a farm, feels likewise. Medium rare for me.

NFW, Tarhole.

[Porchlight]

New thread.

I like the occasional ketchup hot dog. *ducks*

[GUS]

Tucker Carlson. Holy (redacted for Lent). He just said Rubio ran a perfect campaign in every way, the only thing he was missing was the VOTER.

WOW.

I ran a perfect Boston Marathon last year, except for the 26.2 miles.

[JeanD]

daddy, re your "somebody should tell his wife," I offer you this 2 minute mouthful of horse racing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQRlZw4Rad0

Just imagine the chaos if you added your contestant to this race!

Also, a SW Ohio update: Voting hours have been extended because of a terrible accident on one of the bridges from KY to OH.

[narciso]

welp, it's the old quandary about the dog food,

http://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2016/03/anonymous-declares-total-war-on-donald-trump-plans-april-attack/

[Threadkiller]

Porch, I'm reminded of this:

http://www.cnn.com/2014/02/07/us/california-sniper-attack-power-substation/

[boatbuilder, Esq., Lord of All He Surveys]

Sue asked the obvious question brought on by your rather bizarre post suggesting that Cruz is not an American. She asked it politely, of course; however the clear implication, to anyone not out of their gourd, was "Surely you aren't suggesting...?" You one-upped yourself by not only doubting his citizenship, but adding the claim that Cruz had "sealed his records." You need a new hobby, and/or professional help.

[DrJ]

Regarding steaks, one thing I have learned is that what "rare," "medium rare" and so forth means varies a great deal from establishment to establishment.

I went to a great steakhouse in the Minneapolis area, and to them, "rare" meant brown/charred on the outside, and cold on the inside. That's a bit too much for me (though I love tartar!).

So I go with rare/medium rare depending on local convention. And only pepper and no other topping, thank you! (Ketsup: brrrrrr!)

[maryd]

LOL gus !

[daddy]

Please don't tell me you put ketchup on a hot dog!

Wrong? Was it wrong when the Marines put Catsup on Pork Chop Hill?

I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me mustard Ketchup, or...

Decent concession speech by Marko Rubio.

[clarice]

Trump won Fla.

[Threadkiller]

As long as I have you to engage my comments, what else do I need.

You may want to seek help to determine why you get so rattled though.

You must know which record is sealed.

Lets not make this thread ugly. Please.

If you would like to take a crack at the rationale behind my comment, I wouldn't mind. Just keep the personal stuff out of it.

[clarice]

So far Trump is way ahead in N Car Mo and Ill--only behind in Ohio (Drudge)

[mad jack]

Too good, Daddy. I won't ask about eggs:-)!

[boatbuilder, Esq., Lord of All He Surveys]

I have zero interest in your obsession, and since you have declared yourself to be a troll, will not respond beyond this comment: You have unrelentingly sought to make every thread since 2007 ugly, with your obsessive birther remarks. Please stop, for the love of God.

[daddy]

A man who would put Catchup on his eggs should be hung from the neck until dead.

Didn't all you guys grow up knowing these truisms?

Gad! Who have I been wasting time with lo' these many moons?

[PD]

Anybody else here slather their steaks in catsup, or is it only me who stands by that exalted and noble tradition?

I like ketchup on a steak now and then. Not always.

I like ketchup on a lot of things, actually.

But not on my SPAM. :-)

[Threadkiller]

Ok, twist my arm.

Cruz has sealed his CRBA.

Scummy...

[daddy]

JeanD,

Thankfully my wife doesn't know everything. Very cute link:)

Would love to see a "Who's on first" version.

[James D.]

Daddy @ 8:37

My Mom does that. I never understood it.

[mad jack]

Daddy: Glad to know the madness ends at eggs. John Kerry does not need more money from his second wife's first husband fortune.

[clarice]

Kasich wins Ohio

[clarice]

My mother was a terrible cook--we put ketchup on everything--except fruit.

[mike in houston]

http://therightscoop.com/mcconnell-lackeys-want-ted-cruz-to-apologize-before-they-support-him/

"McConnell and his boys are backed into a corner over Rubio and Kasich’s failing candidacies and are now trying to get a consolation prize from Cruz before they know they will have to support him."

My response would be when hell freezes.

[new lurker]

I hope all of you #NeverTrump people are watching Hillary Clinton now exulting in her victories. It is absolutely revolting. ANYONE who would prefer this woman over someone else is delusional. She is screeching and looks so mean.

[daddy]

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[Threadkiller]

http://hotair.com/archives/2016/01/12/mitch-mcconnell-why-no-the-senate-wont-pass-a-resolution-affirming-cruzs-eligibility-like-it-did-for-mccain/

[clarice]

Trump wins Illinois. Ahead in Mo and N Car.

[clarice]

Trump wins N Car

[Comanche Voter]

My mom has been gone for nearly 15 years now, but I think The Donald would have liked her steaks. They might as well have been napalmed, because they were sure crispy critters. And just to help out the veggies had been boiled until a inch beyond their life span.

I loved my mom--but I'll take my wife's cooking any day.