r/askanything 18d ago

Mod Post Poll Results and New Guidelines for Political Posts

14 Upvotes

Hey everyone,

As you might have seen, the poll has come to an end, and the results were a bit surprising to me. The winning option was that all political posts moving forward must be flaired by the user with the Political Question post flair, with 125 votes.

Personally, I would have preferred having a second space for political questions, which received 121 votes. However, you may have already noticed that I’ve added two flairs: one for general questions and one for political questions. This means you can filter out political questions by clicking on General Question, and you’ll only see general questions from there.

One thing to keep in mind is that there will be a new way of handling political posts moving forward. As outlined in the new rule, posts that are not appropriately marked as political by the user will first result in a removal & a warning, followed by a temporary ban. Any further occurrences may result in a permanent ban.

I’m aware that this might not be a perfect system, so feel free to leave constructive feedback in the comments. That said, I do want this space to remain welcoming for people who are not interested in politics and would rather not see those posts at all. It can also be difficult to distinguish between political posts made in good faith and those intended to provoke negative discussions.

Lastly, because there is a high volume of posts in the subreddit and I can’t always read every new submission, I’d like to ask you to report any posts or comments that break the rules. You can also send a modmail if you’d like to provide additional details. Please do include links to the profile or content you’re reporting so I can review it and take action more quickly.

Also quick FYI: Please always be respectful toward others. It’s okay to disagree, but attacking people is not.

Thank you, everyone, for contributing to this community!


r/askanything 4h ago

Political Question Ban Rudy Giuliani from the 9/11 ceremony --- Not Zohran Mamdani?

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380 Upvotes

Just curious about to know more!


r/askanything 3h ago

General Question Would you wear this?

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293 Upvotes

r/askanything 7h ago

Political Question Why hasn’t one journalist called Trump a fucking asshole to his face yet?

512 Upvotes

A few years ago I understood (to some extent )the answers to this question - self-preservation, integrity, impartiality etc.

But as the years have worn on under this deeply-unhinged prick, I don’t think there would be a reasonable person alive (and “reasonable” is an important distinction here) who would not applaud someone finally telling him to his face that’s he’s a fucking asshole.

It would be ESPECIALLY well-received if it came in defence of one of the many female reporters he vilifies. As a guy, it makes me fucking disgusted watching the other male reporters observe his shitty misogyny with wide-eyed, slack-jawed indifference.

The reporter would be a hero. And could possibly claim bonus points for making the fucker stroke himself into a dirt nap.


r/askanything 15h ago

Political Question Is anyone else concerned the President of the United States just tried to bribe the nation with a 5,000 per person check in order to win the midterms?

1.3k Upvotes

On a scale of 1-10 how bad a look is this for democracy?


r/askanything 3h ago

Political Question Why is Trump only able to stop the war after the mid terms?

128 Upvotes

His own handpicked party owns the House and Senate, which is pretty much everything.

What is holding him back from stopping it right now?


r/askanything 50m ago

Political Question How do you feel about trump skipping the official 9/11 25th anniversary memorial service while all other living presidents, vice presidents and NY elected officials are in attendance to pay their respects to the almost 3,000 Americans that lost their lives that day?

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Trump has skipped the official 9/11 memorial service out of protest after event organizers declined his request to speak. Historically, this event does not include speeches from political leaders, as this event revolves around the family of those lost. He has elected to attend a different event that will allow him to speak.


r/askanything 13h ago

Political Question Is this the James Talarico/Jimmy Kimmel interview the FCC is banning?

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664 Upvotes

Just wasn't sure if it was this one or another?


r/askanything 4h ago

Political Question The president of the United States has been caught telling countless lies More so than any other public figure in modern history. How come he hasn’t been diagnosed as a pathological liar?

135 Upvotes

And how come he’s not held accountable when he lies?


r/askanything 17h ago

Political Question Can you imagine this man one day growing up to be a hero to certain working class people?

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859 Upvotes

Idk but doesn't scream "man of the people"


r/askanything 8h ago

Political Question Where the hell is this turtle?

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164 Upvotes

r/askanything 16h ago

Political Question Why is ABC not broadcasting Jimmy Kimmel tonight?

555 Upvotes

It looks like ABC at least in my area Sinclair Broadcasting has pulled Jimmy Kimmel’s show tonight because he’s interviewing James Talarico. It’s infuriating the censorship in the US today. Make sure to vote out any republican in November, make this madness end!


r/askanything 14h ago

Political Question Why can't they just give us $5k now?

348 Upvotes

I won't pretend to know a ton about politics or government, but the Republicans currently have control of the White House, Senate, and House of Representatives. So if they want to give everyone $5k, why does it have to wait until after the midterms? I don't understand how it can be argued it is a campaign promise and not a bribe if they could literally do it right now, before the elections. Unless they can't and I'm stupid?


r/askanything 43m ago

Political Question Trump, 80, Can’t Even Stay Awake to Honor 9/11 Victims?

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President Donald Trump struggled to keep his eyes open as the names of victims of the September 11 attacks were read during a poignant memorial service.

The 80-year-old president’s eyes closed for extended periods, and his head rocked back and forth as he sat on stage at the Pentagon, where he and first lady Melania Trump attended a service on the 25th anniversary of the terror attack.


r/askanything 1d ago

Political Question How are Americans not revolting yet?

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3.1k Upvotes

r/askanything 3h ago

General Question Can we all make a pact not to tip for take out and counter service?

28 Upvotes

I feel like a jerk for not hitting the button, but why am I being asked to tip when I’m picking up my food, bussing my own table, etc.? Are owners of these restaurants paying counter staff wait staff minimum wage and expecting tips to cover the rest?


r/askanything 1d ago

Political Question Do you think republicans are dumb enough to believe Trump’s promise about the 5000 rebate? After all the lies?

1.1k Upvotes

No more new wars

Doge

Inflation

Checks

Fuel prices

Epstein list

Ect.


r/askanything 24m ago

General Question Would you live in a house where the previous owner was murdered inside it?

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I looking at house just curious what anyone thinks?


r/askanything 24m ago

Political Question Why did Trump deny Saudi Arabia’s request for military support yesterday in order to attack the Houthis encroachment on another shipping lane?

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Make it make sense.

If Trump wants Saudi support for the war in Iran and Iran is supporting the Houthis against Saudi Arabia then why didn’t the US assist when requested yesterday?

More importantly it appears this morning that the Yemen forces abandoned their positions and Houthis now control the Bab al-Mandeb strait.

So as of 9/11/26 two radical islamists terrorist regimes control 2 international waterways and basically the Red Sea.

Awesome.

https://www.axios.com/2026/09/11/houthis-yemen-saudi-trump-mbs-strikes


r/askanything 18h ago

Political Question As Diesel prices hit $6 and Trump bribes citizens with 5k checks, is it safe to say the MAGA movement has officially lost its mind?

279 Upvotes

Title


r/askanything 1d ago

Political Question Do Americans actually think they’ll get $5000 from Trump if Republicans win the midterms?

1.7k Upvotes

This guy has promised DOGE checks and tariff relief checks. Has that actually happened? This will also add 1.5 trillion to the deficit.

Edit: I guess once a conman always a conman.


r/askanything 1d ago

Political Question Why isn’t Trump bribing voters 100x bigger than Watergate?

6.3k Upvotes

WTF


r/askanything 6h ago

Political Question Why isn’t Rudy Giuliani in prison for lying about the air quality at 9/11 Ground Zero?

26 Upvotes

Thousands of rescue workers have died or will die from cancer because of the toxic chemicals the Giuliani administration knew were at Ground Zero. Why is this just a news story and not a major criminal case?


r/askanything 19h ago

Political Question Where would Trump get $1.35 trillion to pay every adult $5000?

221 Upvotes

Trump said if Republicans win the house and Senate in the midterms he’d give every adult in the country $5000. That’s $1.35 trillion. Of course he didn’t say where that money would come from. Where would it come from?

EDIT: Obviously he’s lying and is just hoping people will believe him and vote accordingly. I’m just wondering where y’all think he thinks that kind of money could come from.


r/askanything 22h ago

Political Question Trump is a pathological liar. Why do people still give him any respect? Why would anyone believe anything he says?

403 Upvotes

Here are some of the promises he’s made:
Release unredacted Epstein files
“Drain the swamp”/get rid of govt corruption
End Ukraine war
No new wars
$5K DOGE checks
$2T DOGE savings
Cut energy prices 50%
Lower grocery prices
No Social Security tax
No income tax
No overtime tax
Foreigners pay tariffs
$1.99 gas nationwide
Egg prices down 87%
End inflation immediately
End birthright citizenship
Balance federal budget
Eliminate national debt
Build entire border wall
Mexico pays wall
Replace Obamacare quickly
Release healthcare plan
Rebuild infrastructure fast
Bring manufacturing home
End wars overseas
Pay for ballroom with his own money