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Rep. Stefanik went to just 8 out of 14 closed-door depositions. She asked a total of 5 questions, mostly polite, factual inquiries for Lt. Col. Vindman.
Then at public hearings she acted...differently.
Trumpism is a reality show, but with real-world impact
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Politicians showboating for the cameras is common. This particular Jekyll and Hyde transformation was more dramatic than most and surprised many who had followed Stefanik's career up to this point, which strikes me as noteworthy.
Jim Jordan on TV is an exaggerated version of Jim Jordan.
Devin Nunes on TV is an exaggerated version of Devin Nunes.
Elise Stefanik on TV unexpectedly turned into a not-as-dumb version of Devin Nunes.
No, that's not just typical politician grandstanding. Yes, Trump is the cause.
Both Elise Stefanik and her Democratic opponent Tedra Cobb have gotten huge influxes of donations since Stefanik captured the spotlight at the hearings. Electorally, it's probably a wash.
Says something about how Congressional races have been nationalized.
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Nicholas Grossman
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Federalist 57: Bribes from rich = bad
Federalist 68: Corruption = bad, esp w/ foreign powers
Federalist 69: For bribery, should be impeached & jailed because president ≠ king
The Federalist: Corruption = good, because it's like Thanksgiving at your house instead of your cousin's
This very silly article provides a public service, because, in its attempts to defend Trump's corruption--and not just defend, but treat it as a positive--it shows how utterly indefensible the corruption is.
Some highlights:
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Best part is how it defends Trump's claim that he won't make any profit: Assume it's true. That's it.
Reminds me of the joke about an economist trapped down a well who says "assume there's a ladder."
(And revenue helps a business, even if it just covers costs, but never mind)
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So many of Trump's actions in office warrant impeachment. Ukraine's just the latest.
This presidency is why the Founders put it in the Constitution.
Many prioritize predictions about the political effects. I say prioritize the Constitution, and let the chips fall where they may.
Comey guessed Hillary would win and editorialized, thinking he was defending FBI legitimacy.
Obama guessed Hillary would win, and held back on Russian interference, thinking he was defending electoral legitimacy.
Maybe acting based on guesses isn’t the best idea.
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I believe in America. Despite all this, I still do.
I’m not convinced that if Congress follows the Constitution and tries to hold the president accountable for abuses of power the American people will punish it with an electoral wave in the president’s favor.
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Nicholas Grossman
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I doubt Kavanaugh hearings radicalized any conservatives.
I know some say it, and they might even believe it, but they were already radicalized, or (most likely) are partisans looking for an excuse.
As with drug addicts, outside observers can see what's really going on.
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Kavanaugh was perfect for conservatives who don't particularly like Trump, but mostly despise Democrats and the mainstream media.
It was the ultimate anti-anti- moment, the first time in two years they could rally to the partisan flag without having to directly defend Trump.
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Only a GOP partisan could have lived through the Roberts, Alito, and Gorsuch confirmations and still conclude that accusations against Kavanaugh must be because a Republican nominated him rather than consider that it might have something to do with Kavanaugh personally.
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Sarah Kendzior: It was disturbing, hit me emotionally & reminded me of people who've grown up in authoritative states. Lt. Col. Vindman was wearing his uniform & said he'd be fine testifying even though he knows his rights are under threat.
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As someone who has had the privilege of representing asylum seekers who risked their lives standing up to corruption, I was touched by the gratitude expressed in the #VindmanTestimony that Lt Col #Vindman's family no longer lives in a country like that.

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Retributive violence is a hell of a drug
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💥First direct witness on Ukraine call >> Top WH Ukraine expert & decorated military officer will tell impeachment investigators he twice reported concerns about Trump’s pressure tactics on Ukraine nytimes.com/2019/10/28/us/… #UkraineGate #Impeachment
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