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Ok, you've used both of these terms in past posts. Time to ask what they mean:
Steveisms:
"JC" = "job creator", those esteemed individuals, with 8+ figure paydays, to whom we Proles ("1984" reference) must surrender our pensions, our savings, and our dignity, to ease their lot in life.
"L&Ses" = "Leaders and Statesmen" the cowardly, corrupt, politicians, in the Michigan legislature, who play constant shell games to promise great benefits, while keeping what will be defunded to pay for those great benefits a deep, dark secret.
"Shinyland" = a mocking term that combines the "Shining city on a hill", and "American exceptionalism" narratives, that are so often used to justify/excuse behavior that would be abhorrent if done by or in any other country.
"his nibs" = is a term of long standing, predating me by centuries. I think it is particularly appropriate applied to Trump.
From the Google net sifter:
"His nibs" is an informal and often facetious title used to refer to a man in authority, especially one who is perceived as demanding or self-important. The term is a mock title, replacing formal phrases like "His Majesty" or "His Highness". The exact origin is debated, but "nibs" may be a variant of British slang words like "nobs" or "nabs," which referred to a person of high status or wealth, or even the head itself.
Key Aspects:
Purpose: It's a mocking or sarcastic way to refer to someone in charge, often highlighting their arrogance or sense of importance.
Application: It can be applied to a boss, a demanding parent, or anyone who acts like they are superior to others.
Usage: The phrase is informal and generally old-fashioned, though it remains understood.
Context: The term is used when someone believes they are more important than they are, and the phrase is used to humorously point out this self-perception.
Example: "His nibs wants the project files on his desk by noon, even though he just asked for them two hours ago"
Someone caught on, at the Fool, and "nibs" was banned, along with "Shinyland"
Steve
