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Amishman

Amishman's Journal
Amishman's Journal
October 17, 2017

I support Kurdish Independence, where does DU stand?

They are a distinct people who have democratically voted for Independence in what appears to be a true open referendum. They have been brutally oppressed in their 80+ year push for self governance. They have a more open and tolerant culture than many of their neighbors. It is time, they have earned it.

April 5, 2017

Inertia and fear of upsetting their base.

They've spent over a month talking the guy up and he managed not to Bork himself in the hearings. Political capital was spent and they would lose face if they backed down.

The deplorables would also crucify them if Gorsuch was withdrawn and the new pick was at all more moderate. Gorsuch might be the most moderate appointment that Trump's loud hardcore base would accept.

The gap between the progressive activists and conservative zealots has never been wider.

January 31, 2017

Question about recess appointments and pro forma sessions

Was trying to sort out if we really can block the nominations

If the Republicans declare a formal recess, can Trump recess appoint his cronies?

In other words, can a pro forma session be held during an official recess?

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