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h0pedivision t1_j9wskic wrote

You guys are so obsessed with the idea of him not coming back. It’s been a week… He’s not going to be hospitalized forever. I’m just sick of this being made into some type of spectacle. I feel like it’s only because it’s a mental health issue too. If it were some other type of illness, a lot of people wouldn’t be making such a big deal out of this.

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darkbloo64 t1_j9y6d34 wrote

On top of that, nearly every piece of coverage I've seen on the matter has praised Fetterman for seeking treatment. He's a sitting senator that acknowledges the importance of mental health instead of hand-waving it away.

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[deleted] OP t1_j9xbvjg wrote

As a Fetterman voter and a long-time depression sufferer, the timing of him needing help is definitely curious. At the very least, it is a sign that not giving himself time to heal from the trauma of a stroke was probably not wise. I really wouldn't be surprised if politics on this level is not for him. He was being dragged for his stroke, and now he and his family are being dragged over his depression.

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DeliciousBeanWater t1_j9xq31h wrote

Its not even a little bit curious. It just shows you dont know anything about strokes. Its a common symptom of stroke survivors. Heres a link since you dont know.

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/effects-of-stroke/emotional-effects-of-stroke/depression-and-stroke

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Practical_Fix_5350 t1_j9y73qf wrote

Brain shit in general. Concussions will do this too. I had a really bad concussion a few years ago that required hospitalization including jumbled words, super weird. In a couple months I was holding a knife to my throat yelling at my partner "I'll fucking do it, just the jugular. Five seconds and it's over!" I was in a full psych program that night.

The sheer sense of doom and depression after any kind of brain trauma can be uncontrollable and overwhelming and completely out of character for the sufferer. I can't believe that people want someone in politics to not do something about that.

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ChrissyLove13 t1_j9y78te wrote

Thank you. This is the most accurate depiction regarding this situation that I've read on this sub.

On top of all that I can't imagine the pressure he is feeling. After his stroke everyone said oh he's fine he'll bounce back in no time. No need to focus on rehabilitation rather than a grueling campaign schedule. Now he's in the hospital for depression and everyone is saying oh he's fine he'll bounce back in no time. It is insanity and quite cruel. Let the man breathe and focus on his well being. Not on when he will be returning to Senate. Most importantly for the sake of his children.

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[deleted] OP t1_j9yari1 wrote

You are right. It is insane. Humanity has been lost in US politics, and if there was ever a neon billboard spelling it out, this is it.

The poor guy suffered a life-threatening and life changing health crisis. He had very little time to cope with the situation and process. He was very publicly mocked for his health situation, for needing accommodations, and for other things like he can not control like his looks. Now, his wife is being made out to be this heartless wench for helping their children cope. She has one loved one in crisis and is trying to protect the rest of the family.

Maybe he can continue his career with the right skills and support, but it shouldn't surprise anyone if he makes the decision to step away. I really hope he does. He and his family deserve peace.

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Hazel1928 t1_j9wvh56 wrote

It’s really not that. I have just been so impressed with her on the campaign trail. I get these little quirks. I wanted H Clinton to win the primary and the general in 2008 just so we would have Bush 41, Clinton 42, Bush 43;, Clinton 44. And school kids would have to learn who each of the 4 was and their connections

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bigassbiddy t1_j9x3fk6 wrote

No offense but this kind of idolization is just unhealthy

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ChrissyLove13 t1_j9y5yaj wrote

So you voted for someone because it would create a sort of pattern? Do you think school kids would only learn about who each of the 4 were just because of said pattern? Not because they are um, US presidents?

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latenightsnack1 t1_ja02wpv wrote

You're essentially reducing these women to who they were married to, no matter their own achievements. I get you have good intentions but you really need to look at the responses and downvotes you're getting and re-evaluate how you approach these situations.

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Hazel1928 t1_ja07ty3 wrote

I don’t think you can say that I am reducing Clinton to who she was married to. She had achievements in her own right. She was a strong contender for the nomination in 2008, and went on to win the nomination in 2016.

Giselle Fetterman doesn’t have political experience, but from the time John Fetterman suffered the stroke, I believe she acted as his campaign manager and chief adviser. I know there was at least one time that they were walking together after an event and reporters were shouting questions. Since John Fetterman needs talk to text as an adaptation, he would not be able to answer when multiple questions are being shouted simultaneously. And it was her who said “we aren’t taking questions.” I guess she wouldn’t be the best pick at this time, but if she wanted to get into politics and she paid her dues by starting small, I think she could be successful.

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latenightsnack1 t1_ja0m6p5 wrote

Major Young Grasshopper vibes. Best of luck to you.

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ChrissyLove13 t1_ja0y3d9 wrote

No, not young grasshopper. But something a little more common among Reddit subs. Think small and hairy. Pretty clever.

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ChrissyLove13 t1_ja0xseo wrote

Ok, I kinda see what you're doing here with all your comments;)

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