The mob was bad, and they should all be prosecuted, but as I've already said, they were doomed to failure from the start. More worrisome to me is the fact that we had elected officials endorsing the idea that Pence should unilaterally reject electoral certificates in order to prevent Biden winning. Jim Jordan probably didn't break any laws when he sent that text, but the act of doing so was still a far greater threat to democracy than anything the mob did while they were storming the capitol.
I like what @bawlmer said re his status (paraphrasing). If he's a private citizen and out I think it's a waste of resources. If he demonstrates intent of holding public office again I think an investigation is justified and like all things turns on the evidence
I understand. I don't think this is an issue unique to the Pubs, but it should be dealt with where appropriate. As an aside I actually was flown down to Fort Lauderdale and offered a job with the firm who represented Bush in the 2000 hanging chads debacle. The main lawyer was/is an IU guy. He's still practicing down there.
No fricken way. Not ever. Such a law would finish us. We are strong enough to overcome that BS without making it illegal. You haven’t learned a damn thing from January 6.
My biggest fear a year ago was that someone was going to drive a truck loaded with weapons up to the Capitol. It could have happened easily, and suddenly we have an armed occupation. Our system, as you call it, wouldn't be worth much at that point. It then all comes down to whether we could rely on our military.
That old canard? Whatever speech you don't like, you would declare it to be dangerous.
A total destruction of the Capitol can’t stop it. We’ve got all the systems and laws necessary. Those January 6 people who broke the law will be dealt with. The Pelosi committee is BS. Congress is not a criminal justice agency, but it thinks it is. Yet another blow to Democracy.
Elected officials actively sought ways to undermine the electoral process. That's right in Congress' purview, whether you like it or not. The committee is not a blow to democracy. The blow to democracy was dealt by the people who are trying to avoid the well-deserved scrutiny of the committee.
You don't think our system is strong enough to resist Democrats?
No it's not. Referrals is the extent of their power. That's probably a good thing with how stupid so many of these people are - but it should have been something substantive with bipartisan representation.
I don't think Democrats honor our system any more than Republicans, and we've seen evidence of same repeatedly in Biden's first year in office. Their actions in undermining law enforcement, the judicial system, and the constitution are every bit as reprehensible.
I just find it curious that CoH points to the strength of our system to resist violent attacks on Congress, but worries if our democracy can survive Joe Biden.
I don’t know. The 14th doesn’t say who gets to make the disqualification decision. SCOTUS has been highly deferential to Congress to determine who can be a member of Congress. Our system depends on the good faith of our officials. The Democrats have been exploiting their slim majorities against the will of the people in a number of ways. Given the level of hate the Democrats have, I think there is a good possibility they will invoke the insurrection disqualification clause.
Personally I don't see any difference between the two parties - only the manner of attack and the targets. I don't ever remember it so bad, but maybe I didn't pay as much attention. My job now is easier and allows more free time. And maybe more news access. I don't know
That’s right. Biden has a compliant press providing cover and a cabal of hate mongers in Congress propping him up. Biden is a much more insidious and deeper danger than Buffalo man sitting on Pelosi’s throne.
Yes.
COH basically posts the same stuff people like DANC and bailey post, but it's okay, because COH is "civil."
Weak.This opinion piece is guaranteed to rile up the Trump cultists here who will, no doubt, respond with mocking criticism of one-term Jimmy (ignoring, of course, that their hero, a two-time popular vote loser, was also a one-term president). But I'd love to hear any of them explain where and how Carter is wrong in his assessment.
Opinion | Jimmy Carter: I Fear for Our Democracy
Even established democracies can fall to military juntas and despots. We can’t let that happen here.www.nytimes.com
www.forbes.com
What is it like going through life being an ignorant fool everyday?This opinion piece is guaranteed to rile up the Trump cultists here who will, no doubt, respond with mocking criticism of one-term Jimmy (ignoring, of course, that their hero, a two-time popular vote loser, was also a one-term president). But I'd love to hear any of them explain where and how Carter is wrong in his assessment.
Opinion | Jimmy Carter: I Fear for Our Democracy
Even established democracies can fall to military juntas and despots. We can’t let that happen here.
As long as garbage democrats are in office The country is in peril
The US became a 'backsliding democracy' in 2020 and 'fell victim to authoritarian tendencies': report
The report raised particular concerns about anti-democratic behavior by Donald Trump, warning of "spillover effects" in other countries.news.yahoo.com
Boy both Herschel and Trump far more popular than Kurt's dem buddies. I wonder how Kurt will spin all of this especially given his gal Harris will likely be who the dems run in 2024 as Biden is not running. I mean I guess Kurt can just come out name calling and call us cult lovers etc maybe even with a late night rant!
I'm not a Dem and never have been. I'm an ex-Republican who opposes Trump. I'm sure that makes me worse than a Dem in the eyes of some here.
How many times do you post that? Just flushed again are you excited?
LMAO! A Republican who hates Trump and supports Democrat policies.
You sound like a real douchebag.
