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RE: The ridiculousness of the Republican cult - a Closer Look

LITERALLY!

RE: Alan Dershowitz: When Trump Is Acquitted He Will No Longer Be Impeached – The Impeachment Disappears

Some might say it's a GOOD thing, ep.

Seriously.
Will one look better in history books being part of that Congress?
Or opposed to it?

RE: Alan Dershowitz: When Trump Is Acquitted He Will No Longer Be Impeached – The Impeachment Disappears

There were procedural irregularities & I've heard the possibility raised, Chance.

Nov. 3, '19 -- ELECTION DAY -366...BETTING ODDS UPDATE 03/10/20 -- D -238

So how are the Odds Makers doin'?

So far, the propositions they gave the highest percentage of winning ... DID

The Don would be impeached - WIN!
Brexit - WIN!
The Don will complete his term - It's still open, but as of Feb. 1 it looks he'll stay.

Looks like 100%
I'd hate to have put money on Warren back in November, though

I've Not Seen Merc Here Lately - (aka "A Prior Chatting Blog")

RE: Today Was === A GREAT DAY FOR FREEDOM ===

Still - There's cause for folks to celebrate in Britain & The U.S.

Any excuse for a Partay ...

RE: Today Was === A GREAT DAY FOR FREEDOM ===

Well said, Cycle

Equally well said, Ambassador Haley @ 2:20 ...

RE: The ridiculousness of the Republican cult - a Closer Look

Some observers claimed even 'CRATS want this thing over & done, but pander to their base to make it look good.

The one's pushing most sincerely for it to go on ad infinitum appear to have been the media - Prob'ly motivated by ratings & revenue.
Follow the money

RE: The ridiculousness of the Republican cult - a Closer Look

That's one way of phrasing it, Chance.

An opinion writer for the NY Post put it this way ...

RE: The ridiculousness of the Republican cult - a Closer Look

Bothered Swamp Creatures get defensive, jv

RE: The ridiculousness of the Republican cult - a Closer Look

... and Remember in November

RE: Let The Democrat’s Meltdown Begin! How Much More False Hope Can They Take?

In fairness, 935, some comments suggest some blog participants may be experiencing cognitive aging issues.

RE: The ridiculousness of the Republican cult - a Closer Look

You're behind the curve.
The CURRENT narrative being pushed is that the impending acquittal is gonna be Illegitimate.

Prob'ly the upcoming Election, too.

Nov. 3, '19 -- ELECTION DAY -366...BETTING ODDS UPDATE 03/10/20 -- D -238

MarkO & the rest of y'all tune in for my annual Groundhog Day Report ...

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RE: Some Republican senators indicate that they are more likely to vote for inclusion of witnesses

How is this NOT going to go Viral?

Subpoeña Colada

RE: President Trump's Approval Rating Hits Yet Another New High As Support For Impeachment Tanks

Rally for The Don in Blue State New Jersey ...

RE: Some Republican senators indicate that they are more likely to vote for inclusion of witnesses

No one can beat Sleepy - He does it HIMSELF.

sleep That guy couldn't beat a rug.

Note as Sleepy Joe's handcar rolls through town -
The mural of the Democrat Diva ...

RE: New evidence against Trump emerging for the Senate Impeachment Trial

Note as Sleepy Joe's handcar rolls through town -
The mural of the Democrat Diva ...

RE: New evidence against Trump emerging for the Senate Impeachment Trial

No one can beat Sleepy - He does it HIMSELF.

That guy couldn't beat a rug.

RE: Bernie joint favorite with bookmakers for the Dem nomination!

Good points, Chance
Especially regarding the silence of the Obamas regarding Impeachment.
This might be the historic courtesy of a former Prez to not criticize a sitting Prez.

Michelle may've betrayed some concern over Impeachment potentially tarnishing Barry's legacy.
When asked her views on the Impeachment, she described it rather cryptically as 'surreal".

Biden issues brought to light by Impeachment may be a factor in sinking Sleepy's Prez aspirations ...

... as well as tarnishing the legacy of his boss - Barry.

RE: Bernie joint favorite with bookmakers for the Dem nomination!

These odds makers currently give Bypass Bernie a small but significant lead over Sleepy Joe - Nanny Statist Bloomberg is a distant (but rising) 3rd ...

Fauxcahontas is well down in single digits - a mere 2 percentage points ahead of Hildebeest & 2 1/2 ahead of Buttage.
She's done

RE: Bernie joint favorite with bookmakers for the Dem nomination!

One thing will keep Michelle O off the ticket - HER!
It's my opinion (& that of Uber Lefties I know IRL) that she wouldn't do it if you held a gun on her.
She's not phrased it that way, but has made statements as unequivocal.

Barry is the political animal of the family.
By some accounts, she wasn't too enthusiastic about him running.

Realistically -
WHY would she want to??
According to one poll, she's the most admired woman in the U.S.
Another puts her as the most admired in the World.
Even if she HAD an interest on politics, getting embroiled in it would likely lower her standing
Long story short - She has other plans.

Her major drawback might be her mouth.
She's opinionated and speaks her mind - often with the attitude of let the chips fall where they may. No filter so beneficial for a politician.

I wish her well in the interests she chooses to pursue

RE: Some Republican senators indicate that they are more likely to vote for inclusion of witnesses

'Publican Political Strategist - "Driving through Dallas in an open convertible would energize your base, Mr. President."

The Don - "YOU'RE FIRED!!"

01/28/20 - Trump & Netanyahu Unveil Middle East Peace Plan

Thanks for the link, MarkO. It's s good one y'all - well worth a look.

Good informed input, Conrad.
I hope you're wrong. I fear you're all too correct

01/28/20 - Trump & Netanyahu Unveil Middle East Peace Plan

Will the plan achieve Peace?
History suggests it's a challenging prospect.

This chronicles a long history of "Tenants" in the land ...

The OWNER is revealed @ 3:00
A complete list of the Tenants is given in the comments.

01/28/20 - Trump & Netanyahu Unveil Middle East Peace Plan

It was hinted at that it could be their LAST best chance, 935.

A brief history of previous chances.
Again - Produced by Israel's Ministry Of Foreign Affairs from their point of view ...

01/28/20 - Trump & Netanyahu Unveil Middle East Peace Plan

A bit of trivia -
One Israeli Commando was killed in the '76 Raid On Entebbe that freed Israeli hostages - Lt.Col. "Yoni" Netanyahu, brother of PM Benjamin Netanyahu.

01/28/20 - Trump & Netanyahu Unveil Middle East Peace Plan

I don't imagine anyone thinks the situation will change quickly, Butch.
Netanyahu explicitly stated it would be a lengthy process
But it may be a start.

Trump & Netanyahu spoke to the 70 year plight of Palestinians.
Trump referred to them as 'pawns" and the term is appropriate.

A brief history of the Palestinian situation.
It's produced by Israel's Ministry Of Foreign Affairs & expresses their point of view.
Still - It provides information on how the situation has been perpetuated ...

BTW - As recognized in the vid, Jordan has been uniquely receptive to Palestinian refugees ...

01/28/20 - Trump & Netanyahu Unveil Middle East Peace Plan

Re: The Al Jazeera "Reactions" article above

Middle East leaders may be leery of appearing too enthusiastic as Peace Making in that region may not be conducive to long life.

Yitzhak Rabin & Anwar Sadat come most immediately to mind.
sad_flower:

01/28/20 - Trump & Netanyahu Unveil Middle East Peace Plan

The best Deal Palestinians are apt to get?

These folks raise that possibility ...