National Mall Reflecting Pool Project - Headlines v Full Story

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Jim Acosta lol
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Imagine being triggered by a fountain. Libs are the poster children for looney bins.
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Welp…

Looks like Marco has his next job.
You can turn off signatures, btw
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FTAG 2000 said:

Imagine being triggered by a fountain. Libs are the poster children for looney bins.


Imagine loving and supporting algae
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Notice how when the video of the reflection pond water looking clear and blue, and the court filings for the sliced liner came out yesterday, the critics evaporated from this thread like the proverbial fa** in the wind.

It's almost like someone told them to stop posting ...

I would say they are too embarrassed to show back up after their ridiculous tantrum, but more likely their work is done and they'll start looking for the next opportunity to go unhinged on Trump.
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FTAG 2000 said:

Imagine being triggered by a fountain. Libs are the poster children for looney bins.

They were triggered by statues so it tracks.
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Ag with kids said:

Welp…

Looks like Marco has his next job.


I hope his next full time job is POTUS.
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Ag with kids said:

Welp…

Looks like Marco has his next job.


There has never been a meme more run into the ground than this one.
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Liberals once again showing who the adults are in the room.

Remember more than I can count that the media is the absolute root of all evil in this country. An honest media wouldn't whip the weak minded liberal half of the population into a criminal frenzy.
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Still waiting for the multiple people to come out and admit they were wrong!
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Just want to point out a fountain would not make a good reflecting pool. Need a calm water surface for maximum effect
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So from what I gather:
  • The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool had issues.
  • Trump wanted to fix the reflecting pool.
  • The pool underwent repairs but then started having algae issues.
  • In trying to treat the algae, the pool also begins having paint issues.
  • Trump says the pool was vandalized, which the media refutes.
  • Media bashes Trump for... the repairs not going to plan?
  • Turns out vandals did cut up the lining of the pool, causing damages.
  • Trump had the reflecting pool damages/issues repaired.
  • The reflecting pool issues are now fixed.
... this is the most nothing-burger of a story I've seen in a while, even for the TDS media.
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SgtBarbarossa said:

So from what I gather:

  • The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool had issues.
  • Trump wanted to fix the reflecting pool.
  • The pool underwent repairs but then started having algae issues.
  • In trying to treat the algae, the pool also begins having paint issues.
  • Trump says the pool was vandalized, which the media refutes.
  • Media bashes Trump for... the repairs not going to plan?
  • Turns out vandals did cut up the lining of the pool, causing damages.
  • Trump had the reflecting pool damages/issues repaired.
  • The reflecting pool issues are now fixed.
... this is the most nothing-burger of a story I've seen in a while, even for the TDS media.

It seems likely that a day or two after draining the pool and refilling it may be much to soon to determine whether or not the algae problem is fixed. Perhaps a wait of at least a week or two would be more appropriate.
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SgtBarbarossa said:

So from what I gather:

  • The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool had issues.
  • Trump wanted to fix the reflecting pool.
  • The pool underwent repairs but then started having algae issues.
  • In trying to treat the algae, the pool also begins having paint issues.
  • Trump says the pool was vandalized, which the media refutes.
  • Media bashes Trump for... the repairs not going to plan?
  • Turns out vandals did cut up the lining of the pool, causing damages.
  • Trump had the reflecting pool damages/issues repaired.
  • The reflecting pool issues are now fixed.
... this is the most nothing-burger of a story I've seen in a while, even for the TDS media.


Did you purposely forget Trump being LiTeRaLlY Hitler!?
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-The Reflecting Pool has had issues for 100 years

-Algae has existed in the pool since before most of us have been alive and will exist well after we are dead, nature is undefeated

-All concrete cracks and all expansion joints eventually leak

-The Reflecting Pool will always have to be drained to remove algae, duck crap, sediment, and other debris

-Another round of repairs will probably occur in 10 to 15 years with another President that will think they are the one to finally fix things
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Hank the Grifter said:

Ag with kids said:

Welp…

Looks like Marco has his next job.


There has never been a meme more run into the ground than this one.

It's going to get an amazing dude elected POTUS, so I am super cool with it.
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Ag87H2O said:

Notice how when the video of the reflection pond water looking clear and blue, and the court filings for the sliced liner came out yesterday, the critics evaporated from this thread like the proverbial in the wind.

It's almost like someone told them to stop posting ...

I would say they are too embarrassed to show back up after their ridiculous tantrum, but more likely their work is done and they'll start looking for the next opportunity to go unhinged on Trump.



ETA: we all know which party he was talking about now. The Democrat Party.
The left cannot kill the Spirit of Charlie Kirk.
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Quote:

Fake news. He said it was 350 feet when Jim Acosta of CBS asked him about it. It's going to be a mile long by the end of the week.

Now being reported (by all outlets), that there were two 170 foot cuts.

What does 170 + 170 roughly equal?

Htown? Just wanted to make sure we're all still fact checking what was said....
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AgGrad99 said:

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Fake news. He said it was 350 feet when Jim Acosta of CBS asked him about it. It's going to be a mile long by the end of the week.

Now being reported (by all outlets), that there were two 170 foot cuts.

What is 170 + 170 roughly equal?

Htown? Just wanted to make sure we're all still fact checking what was said....

Why would Trump lie about something so easily verifiable?

We know. Orange Man so bad.
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Kansas Kid said:

Ag with kids said:

Welp…

Looks like Marco has his next job.


I hope his next full time job is POTUS.

Are you sure?!?!!!

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Coworker of mine, who has raging TDS, said that the verifiable, two 170ft cuts, still shows that Trump was lying because the length(s) were different.

It is impossible to get through to some people because they are fully programmed NPCs; some for 50+ years.
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tk for tu juan said:

-The Reflecting Pool has had issues for 100 years

-Algae has existed in the pool since before most of us have been alive and will exist well after we are dead, nature is undefeated

-All concrete cracks and all expansion joints eventually leak

-The Reflecting Pool will always have to be drained to remove algae, duck crap, sediment, and other debris

-Another round of repairs will probably occur in 10 to 15 years with another President that will think they are the one to finally fix things

Algae will likely not occur again with the ozone bubblers, that's the point.

Properly maintained expansion joints and concrete ponds will leak minimally.

Trump has actually employed intelligence and common sense to the solution, so anticipating a different outcome has some validity.

Yes, a 0.5 mile long pool built on a marsh is going to require maintenance. However, the way in which projects are approached can significantly increase or decrease the maintenance costs and need for periodic refurbishments.

Socialists and commies can build airplanes. See reliability of Tupolevs v Boeing.

I do respect where you are coming from, but it's important t to note there can be differences.
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I should have said "The reflecting pool issues are now under control".

Maintenance and repairs will always be needed, it's just wild how big this story got. I ignored it until today and I'm glad I did, because damn.
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AgGrad99 said:


Now being reported (by all outlets), that there were two 170 foot cuts.

What does 170 + 170 roughly equal?

Htown? Just wanted to make sure we're all still fact checking what was said....



I was told, in no uncertain terms, that there would be no math!!!1
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Kansas Kid said:

Ag with kids said:

Welp…

Looks like Marco has his next job.


I hope his next full time job is POTUS.


Anyone with an IQ over a corpse should.
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Large concrete structures full of water or other liquids is what I do every workday. I have a pretty good understanding on this subject; fortunately most are behind security fences and do not get the same public scrutiny
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eric76 said:

SgtBarbarossa said:

So from what I gather:

  • The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool had issues.
  • Trump wanted to fix the reflecting pool.
  • The pool underwent repairs but then started having algae issues.
  • In trying to treat the algae, the pool also begins having paint issues.
  • Trump says the pool was vandalized, which the media refutes.
  • Media bashes Trump for... the repairs not going to plan?
  • Turns out vandals did cut up the lining of the pool, causing damages.
  • Trump had the reflecting pool damages/issues repaired.
  • The reflecting pool issues are now fixed.
... this is the most nothing-burger of a story I've seen in a while, even for the TDS media.

It seems likely that a day or two after draining the pool and refilling it may be much to soon to determine whether or not the algae problem is fixed. Perhaps a wait of at least a week or two would be more appropriate.


What expertise do you have to say this assumption?
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Rex Racer said:

tk for tu juan said:

Area load of 100 to 150 psf for water and maybe 150 to 200 psf for concrete. Not that heavy of a bearing pressure on the soil/foundation system.

If it's marshy under there, that's heavy enough. I once lost a couple of tennis shoes walking in the marsh down below my grandpa's pond, and I was less than 100 lbs at the time. I sank down a good two feet in a matter of seconds.


Depending on the size of his feet, a 100 pound kid could be exerting 800 pounds per square foot.
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BigRobSA said:

AgGrad99 said:


Now being reported (by all outlets), that there were two 170 foot cuts.

What does 170 + 170 roughly equal?

Htown? Just wanted to make sure we're all still fact checking what was said....



I was told, in no uncertain terms, that there would be no math!!!1


There you go....Trump lied to you again
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AgGrad99 said:

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Fake news. He said it was 350 feet when Jim Acosta of CBS asked him about it. It's going to be a mile long by the end of the week.

Now being reported (by all outlets), that there were two 170 foot cuts.

What does 170 + 170 roughly equal?

Htown? Just wanted to make sure we're all still fact checking what was said....

It took him three tries to get the correct size, so congrats? Not sure why you think this is some big win for you.
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tk for tu juan said:

Large concrete structures full of water or other liquids is what I do every workday. I have a pretty good understanding on this subject; fortunately most are behind security fences and do not get the same public scrutiny

How many are 0.5 mile long reflecting pools?
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HTownAg98 said:

AgGrad99 said:

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Fake news. He said it was 350 feet when Jim Acosta of CBS asked him about it. It's going to be a mile long by the end of the week.

Now being reported (by all outlets), that there were two 170 foot cuts.

What does 170 + 170 roughly equal?

Htown? Just wanted to make sure we're all still fact checking what was said....

It took him three tries to get the correct size, so congrats? Not sure why you think this is some big win for you.

POTUS didn't have a notecard with precise measurement of the cuts within hours of it being discovered and when giving an impromptu press gaggle.

You were very adamant about things that were not so "concrete", so yea its a pretty big L. No worries, not the first and not the last.

I would advise maybe cutting Trump some slack at times but where is the fun in that?
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Dad-O-Lot said:

Rex Racer said:

tk for tu juan said:

Area load of 100 to 150 psf for water and maybe 150 to 200 psf for concrete. Not that heavy of a bearing pressure on the soil/foundation system.

If it's marshy under there, that's heavy enough. I once lost a couple of tennis shoes walking in the marsh down below my grandpa's pond, and I was less than 100 lbs at the time. I sank down a good two feet in a matter of seconds.


Depending on the size of his feet, a 100 pound kid could be exerting 800 pounds per square foot.

I was pretty darn skinny with fairly small feet. They used to call me "toothpick" or "string bean".
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flown-the-coop said:

HTownAg98 said:

AgGrad99 said:

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Fake news. He said it was 350 feet when Jim Acosta of CBS asked him about it. It's going to be a mile long by the end of the week.

Now being reported (by all outlets), that there were two 170 foot cuts.

What does 170 + 170 roughly equal?

Htown? Just wanted to make sure we're all still fact checking what was said....

It took him three tries to get the correct size, so congrats? Not sure why you think this is some big win for you.

POTUS didn't have a notecard with precise measurement of the cuts within hours of it being discovered and when giving an impromptu press gaggle.

You were very adamant about things that were not so "concrete", so yea its a pretty big L. No worries, not the first and not the last.

I would advise maybe cutting Trump some slack at times but where is the fun in that?

This is a lie you made up in your head.
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HTownAg98 said:

AgGrad99 said:

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Fake news. He said it was 350 feet when Jim Acosta of CBS asked him about it. It's going to be a mile long by the end of the week.

Now being reported (by all outlets), that there were two 170 foot cuts.

What does 170 + 170 roughly equal?

Htown? Just wanted to make sure we're all still fact checking what was said....

It took him three tries to get the correct size, so congrats? Not sure why you think this is some big win for you.

Win for me? What did I win?

i was just pointing out that your 'gotcha'....wasn't.

You said 350 feet was fake news, and that he's exaggerating so much it would be a mile long by the end of the week.

Turns out, he was correct....and 350 feet wasn't fake news.
 
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