Should I take a principled stand and leave the Republican Party?
The Senate Says No To New Witnesses
With only two defectors, the Republican majority in the US Senate voted to reject hearing any additional witnesses or considering any further evidence in the ongoing impeachment trial of President Trump.
The “Unfaithful Elector”: A Safety Valve
Some states argue they should be able to force the hand of unfaithful electors. Their arguments are exactly backwards.
Article 2 Isn’t a Blank Check
Impeachment is about the illegitimate use of legitimate powers.
Episode 1 – The Reluctant Centrist
Justin Stapley introduces himself and his new podcast. (Direct download link and transcript)
‘Revenge of the Sith’ and Trump’s Republican Party
It has occurred to me that the movie serves as an excellent representation of Trump’s Republican Party.
No, The Call Wasn’t Perfect
I continue to see so many rank-and-file Republicans push insanely faulty talking points day in and day out.
Impeachment – The Impartial Justice Oath
Senators, already under their oath of office, had to take another oath as the impeachment trial began.
Impeaching Prudence
The saga continues in the debate between Justin Stapley, Scott Howard, and Josh Lewis over the question of Trump’s impeachment/removal.
By Jingo!
Across the length and breadth of the internet, in Twitter and Facebook timelines, on blogs, and right-leaning media outlets, supporters and defenders of Donald Trump have reacted to the idea of war with Iran with almost joyful pro-war jingoism.