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Ben K. retweeted
People have memory-holed this, but as the election approached and GOP senators thought Trump would lose they started to float the idea of just blocking the nominee...forever. And not just Ted Cruz. There were a number who said it.
Can’t trust any vaccines now that aren’t also approved by truly independent governments or other bodies. This is insane.
OH CHRIST—Trump HHS just did full “power grab” takeover of all drug/vaccines. Via “stunning declaration” of authority, HHS Secretary Azar barred FDA from signing any new rules—power now “is reserved to the Secretary.” Trump now controls all of it. #COVID19 nytimes.com/2020/09/19/healt…
Say what you will about Biden but his moral clarity on Trump and Trump’s failure is clearer than nearly every other Dem of his generation has managed.
Biden on the anniversary of Hurricane Maria: "While families and communities banded together, Donald Trump lied about relief, blocked aid, and mocked survivors. He blamed the island for its loss. The way Donald Trump botched Maria was a terrible precursor to COVID-19."
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Ben K. retweeted
What will you do if the illegitimately Republican court corruptly steals an election for a Republican who actually lost, for the second time in 20 years.
We’re trying to sell a pair of these and wouldn’t mind a little cash. But if you’re willing to pick them up, you can just have them for free at this point. offerup.co/KwIw3M4eW9
Has Dusty Baker ever heard of wash and fold?
The Astros hit the road after today's game and will be gone from Houston the rest of the season.
In fact, they could play on the road for the next month if they keep advancing. Which brings us to challenges of packing from Dusty Baker:
"Who has 30-pair of underwear?"
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Looking at my bookcase this morning and I just realized my collection will be broken. I don’t think the team released a yearbook this season.
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Ben K. retweeted
Another example that elite DC journalism continues to be wired for the GOP. The most flagrant lawlessness and rule-breaking is **expected** from the GOP. Another suggested by Democrats is "total war".
Did @dpletka have no idea who Chotiner was when she agreed to this interview? He raked her over the coals. It’s incredible really.
New Interview: I talked to AEI’s Danielle Pletka about her controversial op-ed, her fears about Joe Biden, whether Trump represents the GOP, and her work for Jesse Helms. newyorker.com/news/q-and-a/w…
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Ben K. retweeted
A filibuster-less Democratic Congress could do a lot to curtail the power of the court without packing it:
1) Reduce jurisdiction
2) Split/expand appellate courts and load them up with Democratic appointees.
3) Eliminate regulatory barriers such as cost/benefit requirements.