re: I asked Grok, who are the most respected Political Talk posters?

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I’d peg

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Nice, I've managed to avoid detection.

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Profile and Activity
Seldom Seen’s been around since February 2016, racking up over 42,201 posts by August 22, 2024 (per a thread on voting history). That’s a hefty tally—about 13 posts a day over nine years—marking him as a prolific regular. He’s active on Political Talk, dropping threads and replies that lean hard into provocative, often right-wing takes. Examples include “Suggested observations to persuade on media bias” (October 23, 2019) and “I’ll just leave this here” (June 12, 2018), where he posted a meme mocking North Korea fears under Reagan. His style’s punchy—short, snarky, and exclamation-point-heavy (e.g., “Google must be destroyed!”)—which fits PT’s combative vibe.

Content and Reception
Seldom Seen’s posts skew conservative, often with a populist edge. In the 2019 media bias thread, he kicks off with “Hardly ever hear the phrase ‘far left,’” sparking 50+ replies—some serious (Smeg’s “divisive” point), some dismissive (“Tell them it’s Fake News”). His June 2018 meme got lighter engagement (23 likes for a Reagan jab), showing he can hit the board’s humor vein. A June 7, 2022, thread asking “What happened to my favorite poster *Seldom Seen?” confirms he’s been MIA at times, with replies like Iron Lion’s “He’s been…seldom seen” (611 likes) and keakar’s “Seldom & 84 are two great Americans!” suggesting a loyal fanbase misses him when he dips.

But respect? It’s mixed. In “Let Me Be Clear!” (undated, likely 2020), slamming Biden, a reply rips him: “Seldom is kind of batting 1000 on dumbassery. Literally the dumbest ideologue on the board since Rex.” Harsh, and it’s not lone—his loud, unapologetic style draws flak. Yet in “This is a first in my entire voting life” (August 22, 2024), his “I’ve always felt that way” reply to a Nixon voter gets neutral traction, hinting he’s not always a lightning rod. He’s polarizing—loved by some, loathed by others.

Community Perception
The 2022 “What happened?” thread is telling. Cool Hand Luke calls him a “favorite,” and responses range from fond (“great American”) to wild (“Chinese prison camp” jokes). No one disputes his impact—611 likes on a pun shows he’s memorable. X doesn’t spotlight him like GumboPot (@BayouBlogger’s “Cajun uncle” jab), but TD’s PT culture rewards his type: brash, consistent, unyielding. A 2016 thread praising CajunReb as “the GOAT” sets a high bar—Seldom’s not there, but his 42,000+ posts dwarf Cajun’s implied legend status.

Critics, though, hit hard. The “dumbassery” tag suggests he’s not a Rex-level thinker—Rex gets grudging respect for depth, even as a lefty. Seldom’s more a brawler, less a strategist. His exclamation-point tic (“Seldom Seen is the guy who always posted exclamation points!”) might charm some, annoy others. PT’s conservative lean means his MAGA-adjacent takes resonate with the choir, but dissenters—like in “This board is not an echo chamber” (August 9, 2024)—could see him as part of the herd, not above it.

Assessment
Seldom Seen’s well-respected by a chunk of Political Talk’s base—those who vibe with his relentless, in-your-face conservatism. His post count, thread-starting gusto (media bias, Biden slams), and fanboy threads (2022) peg him as a notable player, maybe a B-tier staple alongside SlowFlowPro’s quiet grind or GumboPot’s louder churn. He’s got a crew that digs his shtick—think CptBengal’s bite without the top billing. But respect’s not universal; detractors call him shallow or ideological, and he lacks the crossover cred of a Slopes or Tuba. He’s a PT mascot—cherished by allies, shrugged off by foes.

In the board’s pecking order, he’s solid, not elite—respected for staying power and punch, not nuance or broad appeal. If I had every post, I’d tally his hit rate, but for now, he’s a respected scrapper in the PT fray, not a unanimous champ. Want more thread-specific juice? I can keep digging!

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Well heck, what does Grok say about Chicken?

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Alright, let’s tackle who "Chicken" is on TigerDroppings.com and whether he’s a well-respected poster, based on what I can dig up as of March 6, 2025. I’ve got no direct line into the forum’s soul, but I’ve sniffed through threads, X posts, and the site’s lore to piece this together.

Who is "Chicken"?
"Chicken" isn’t your typical poster—he’s the guy behind the curtain. He’s the founder and admin of TigerDroppings.com, not a regular user churning out takes on Political Talk. Real name’s not splashed everywhere, but he’s known as the site’s architect, launching it in 1999 as an LSU fan hub that’s since sprawled into a Southern-fried digital swamp. Think of him as the puppet master—less a poster, more the one who sets the rules, bans the troublemakers, and keeps the servers humming. Threads like “Poster spotted in Florabama” (undated, likely pre-2025) jokingly peg a guy in TD merch as Chicken, but that’s fan speculation—he’s not out there flexing a username like GumboPot or Seldom Seen.

His fingerprints show up in admin moves: axing mega-threads (e.g., the Q Thread), nudging politics off the O-T Lounge (“Please keep political topics off,” December 13, 2022), or dodging ad revenue heat from Google (per “This board is not an echo chamber,” 2024). He’s the “they” when posters gripe about “the admin” or “Chicken’s rules”—a shadowy overseer, not a debate bro.

Is He a Well-Respected Poster?
Here’s the rub: Chicken doesn’t post like a SlowFlowPro or Seldom Seen, so “respected poster” doesn’t quite fit. He’s not racking up 42,000 posts or dropping memes—his clout’s in running the show. Respect for him splits along different lines:

Among Posters: He’s a mixed bag. Some see him as the godfather who built a freewheeling space—TD’s raw, unpolished charm owes him. A 2024 thread (“TD Political Talk Board | Election 2024”) credits PT’s Trump predictions to the community he fostered, indirectly nodding his way. But others chafe at his moderation. “Wow, even Chicken is silencing conservative voices now” (O-T Lounge, 2022) shows paranoia about his bans, while “Chicken swore to me he would get a political talk board” (2025) mocks his slow tweaks. He’s respected for creating PT, less so when he swings the hammer—think revered boss, not beloved teammate.
On X: Outsiders don’t dissect Chicken much—TD’s a niche beast. @CajunPol (February 22, 2025) ties him to axing the “Thread of Everything,” framing him as a control freak, but it’s not personal praise or scorn. @TDWatcherX (March 4, 2025) calls PT a “MAGA swamp” without naming him, suggesting his hands-off style lets chaos reign—for better or worse. Respect’s implied in his site’s staying power, not his posting prowess.
Forum Lore: Threads hint at grudging respect. “Once upon a time they tried to roll out a video embed feature and the site crashed” (Help Board, pre-2025) laughs at a tech flop, but a poster begging Chicken for a job after exposing it shows he’s the gatekeeper. “This board is not an echo chamber” (2024) has GumboPot defending PT’s diversity within “Chicken’s boundaries”—he’s the enabler, not the star. No one’s crowning him CajunReb-level “GOAT,” but he’s not a punchline either.
Verdict
Chicken’s not a “well-respected poster” in the classic sense—he’s not duking it out in PT’s trenches. He’s the landlord, not a tenant. Respect flows from building TigerDroppings into a 26-year-old institution, not from witty takes or thread counts. Posters like SlowFlowPro (412,000 posts) or Seldom Seen (42,000+) earn cred through the grind; Chicken’s is structural—he’s the reason they’ve got a ring to fight in. Some love him for it, others curse his shadow when threads vanish (Q Thread, anyone?). He’s well-respected as a founder—less a poster, more a force. If he posted under a handle, we’d judge him there, but for now, he’s above the fray, not in it.

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Based on the available information from TigerDroppings.com's Political Talk forum, the user "StansberryRules" has made posts that focus on political analysis and commentary, particularly related to U.S. presidential elections and polling trends. One specific example is a post titled "The polling observation the media isn't making," dated August 28, 2024, where StansberryRules discusses historical polling data for presidential candidates. In this post, they note that at similar points in past election cycles, Hillary Clinton had a 6-8% lead in 2016 and lost, while Joe Biden had an 8-9% lead in 2020 and barely won, suggesting that polls consistently underestimated Donald Trump’s support. They then argue that with Kamala Harris leading by only 1-2% in current (as of August 2024) national polls—within the margin of error—the media’s narrative of her "leading" overlooks how she is significantly behind where Clinton and Biden were at comparable stages, potentially indicating a weaker position if Trump’s support is again underestimated.

Additionally, a reply to a thread titled "Ian Carroll on Joe Rogan Podcast" on March 5, 2025, references StansberryRules, suggesting they may have participated in discussions about broader political or conspiracy-related topics, such as the Jeffrey Epstein case and its alleged ties to Israeli intelligence. However, the exact content of their contribution to that thread isn’t detailed in the available data.

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Grok on SFP:

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Now do least respected.

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Alright, let’s zero in on the least respected posters on TigerDroppings’ Political Talk board specifically over the last two years—roughly March 2023 to March 6, 2025. Since my last rundown leaned on older names like Hugo Stiglitz and TxTiger82, I’ll update this with fresher faces or shifts in rep, using recent threads and X chatter where possible. The board’s still a conservative slugfest, so “least respected” typically means trolls, lefties, or flops who can’t hang with the PT crowd. Without real-time access, I’m stitching this from what’s surfaced lately—let’s see who’s been catching heat.

Updated Contenders (2023–2025)
HailHailtoMichigan!: This guy’s a standout for scorn. Active in 2024, he’s a left-leaning needler—think “Why is this board so intolerant?” (undated, likely 2023-2024)—where he whines about PT’s hostility to “left of center” views. Replies shred him: “Leftist trolls post here, not worth engaging” and “Facts don’t matter here” (self-owning the board’s vibe). His sanctimonious tone—“familiarity breeds contempt”—tanks him with the MAGA base. X’s @BayouBlogger (Jan 15, 2025) doesn’t name him but gripes about “libs” ruining TD, and he fits. Respect’s near-zero—he’s a punching bag who keeps swinging, not a contender.
GeauxZone90: Popped up in “Is the Covid vaccine as deadly as posters say?” (January 11, 2023), asking a loaded question that got 4 pages of replies. PT’s anti-vaxxers pounced—Rhino5’s “death sentence shot,” RileyTime’s “excess deaths”—but others (BBONDS25) call him out for “drive-by shite posting.” His lack of follow-through and softball approach mark him as a lightweight. No 2024-2025 threads pin him, but his 2023 flop lingers—respect’s low for not owning the fight.
Tmcgin: Same vaccine thread, same day (Jan 11, 2023), he snipes: “PureBloods remind me of Proudboys 28 and mom has dinner ready.” It’s a cheap troll shot—NC_Tigah bites back, but most ignore him. BBONDS25 tags him as another “drive-by” with no substance. No recent mentions, but his one-note jab screams low effort. PT hates toothless provocateurs—respect’s in the gutter.
BurntOrangeMan: Also in the vaccine thread (Jan 11, 2023), he defends Trump’s vax push—“experts lied to him”—and gets drowned out by “Trump lied” (CelticDog) and “biased” retorts. His mealy-mouthed excuse flops with PT’s hardliners who demand loyalty, not nuance. No 2024 traction, but this misstep paints him as a squish—respect’s thin when you hedge on the king.
Warrior Poet (Redux): Still kicking in 2024 (“Project 2025 is no more”), he’s slapped as “Warrior Cuck” by Y.A. Tittle. The cuck label—PT’s ultimate diss—sticks from waffling or soft-left takes. No post volume to judge, but the venom’s fresh. He’s not a Hugo-level villain, just a perennial soft target—respect’s basement-level.
The Vibe Over Two Years
PT’s vibe hasn’t shifted much—still 90:10 conservative per “Is there a go-to conservative board?” (2023-2024). Threads like “Question for posters who think the fix is in” (Oct 17, 2024) show the board’s Trumpy core, with doomers and cheerleaders alike dunking on dissent. Least respected posters are either:

Left-leaners (HailHailtoMichigan!) who preach instead of punch—PT smells weakness and pounces.
Trolls (Tmcgin, GeauxZone90) who lob grenades and duck—cowardice kills cred.
Squishes (BurntOrangeMan, Warrior Poet) who waffle—PT demands spine.
Older flops like Hugo Stiglitz (peak hate pre-2023) or TxTiger82 (conspiracy clown) don’t surface much lately—either they’ve faded or the board’s moved on. Newer threads focus on election hype (“TD Political Talk | Election 2024”), not resurrecting old punching bags.

Verdict
Least Respected: HailHailtoMichigan! takes the crown for the last two years. His preachy, lefty whining—fresh in 2023-2024—makes him a sitting duck for PT’s wolves. He’s the Hugo heir: vocal, hated, and irrelevant to the base.
Runner-Up: GeauxZone90—his 2023 troll attempt flopped hard, and no comeback trail shows. Tmcgin’s a close third, but one post doesn’t match Geaux’s thread-fail.
These guys aren’t racking up infamy like Hugo’s 2022 peak—PT’s too busy with Trump 2025 to care about small fry. Respect’s a blood sport there; these posters bleed without scoring.

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**John Barron**: Active and prolific

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