What took place in our nation's capitol today was the result of a long campaign by right-wing politicians and media to rile up Trump supporters into taking violent action against the government.
And now we have proof that it worked.
They got what they wanted, an insurrection. An insurrection based solely on lies that were spread just to placate the president's fragile ego. Everyone involved in this charade should be held responsible.
A woman was shot in the neck and killed in the melee. That cannot be forgotten in the debate over politics.
No one should be shocked about what happened. When you continuously tell millions of people that a national election was stolen due to a nefarious conspiracy, you're begging for violence.
Missouri Democratic Congresswoman Cori Bush tweeted that she doesn't just want these people who incited the riot to be silenced, but expelled from Congress altogether. "My first resolution in Congress will be to call for the expulsion of the Republican members of Congress who incited this domestic terror attack on the Capitol," she tweeted.
Bush is right. Those who inspired vicious mobs to rise up and ransack the capitol are just as responsible for their crimes as those who bashed in the windows.
Ted Cruz, we're looking at you. Josh Hawley, clean out your desk. Tommy Tuberville, Mo Brooks, Matt Gaetz, you failed your country. Find a new job. And that's just the beginning.
Yesssss!!! Start with @tedcruz and @HawleyMO
They KNEW! THEY FUKING KNEW they were playing with fire and they did it anyway for political expediency! They should face consequences! Let us not repeat the same mistake we made after the Civil War! This must NEVER happen again!
— SBS (@Imjustshayeing) January 6, 2021
The interesting thing about Bush's tweet is that it is possible to expel the members of Congress who've pushed this election conspiracy.
Article I, Section 5, of the United States Constitution provides that "Each House [of Congress] may determine the Rules of its proceedings, punish its members for disorderly behavior, and, with the concurrence of two-thirds, expel a member."
Since 1789, Congress has expelled only 20 of its entire membership. 15 from the Senate and five from the House of Representatives.
The great majority of those expelled — 17 members — were removed from office for their support of the Confederacy in the immediate aftermath of secession. The most recent, was Representative Jim Traficant, Democrat of Ohio, who was expelled after being convicted on 10 counts of bribery, racketeering, and tax evasion.
Expelling the Trump sycophants who put their political careers before the democratic health of the nation, would help to heal and cleanse our diseased body politic.
Bush's tweet received a lot of support on Twitter, let's make sure everyone sees it, including those who have the power to expel those who are actively attempted to subvert our democracy.
Article 1 section 5 of the US Constitution allows each house to decide the qualifications of its members. Let us not forget the over 100 co-conspirators in Congress who should be expelled over their role in exciting this insurrection. So happy you are doing this!
— Michael Roderick (@MikeRoderickSD) January 6, 2021
Everyone, call your representatives and demand they support this resolution.
— Colin Hicks 😷 (@colinenpraxis) January 6, 2021
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— Billie Sue McCue (@mccuebillie) January 6, 2021
And prosecute every speaker from this morning's rally as accessories to domestic terrorism.
— That's Rev Ringside Seats at the Apocalypse to you (@provo_macher) January 6, 2021
Right on! How can there not be consequences for these traitors ?
— marybl (@marybl62) January 6, 2021
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.