Yep, it will be interesting to see if the Republicans make a stand. But I agree with Noah, very good odds would be available for anyone prepared to put money on 4 or more Republicans doing the right thing - even against an isolated target like Kennedy.
"or at least care enough about the electoral effects of a massive measles outbreak, to do more than furrow brows and issue statements."
This part is the important part, and is the only thing the GOP considers. As of July 9th, the measles outbreak had reached 1,288 cases in 38 states. It's the biggest measles outbreak since 1992. Nobody in the Trump administration or the GOP cared about this national disgrace until now because they didn't have a recognizable Democrat they could readily blame for it.
Given that there's a Trump-related scandal/mess/disaster at least once a week, Kennedy's further sullying of his family's name will probably be forgotten by most Americans and the media pretty quickly. Over the weekend, and again this morning there's been some reporting Trump's health potentially being an issue, and I believe the Epstein survivor press conference is tomorrow.
Also, despite the outbreak officially spreading to 38 states, Texas accounts for 762 cases by itself, with Kansas accounting for another 56. Of course, this *is* a national problem because there's already been at least one case in 38 states, and illnessess like measles, COVID, etc. can spread quickly. However, if this does somehow become a political issue, the first person who they'll blame (with assistance from Faux Noise) is Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly. Not because it's logical or because Gov. Kelly has done anything wrong, but because she's a Democrat...and their cultists will eat it up.
I'm quite sure Trump would actually prefer Collins and Cassidy lose. They voted to convict him after his 2nd impeachment. Losing Collins and/or Cassidy's seat really wouldn't make things that much more complicated for Trump. Like McConnell, Majority Leader John Thune's a lot of things but he's not a stupid politician. Unlike the lightweights in the House GOP, he'll keep his caucus in line unless it's in his interest not to do so.
This is why I have recommended that people with children who need vaccines look to getting them either in Mexico or Canada depending on which part of the country you live in. I am also suggesting that people figure out their red line. I wrote this in November, but it still seems relevant. A "Plan B" for Catastrophe.
I then wrote this in February, after we had a taste of Trump's beginning administration. It is actually in here that I recommend going abroad for vaccinations for your children.
Both remain mostly relevant in terms of what one should be considering. I am in Chicago and wondering whether Trump will come through on his threats to send in Federal Troops, like he did in June when I attended our No Kings march. In a month I will be back in Europe. There I will continue to organize with Democrats Abroad and Indivisible Abroad to get people to vote this Kakistocracy out of power. However, can we then undo all the damage that has been done? It is easier to destroy than to rebuild.
Interesting foray! But I think the current right wing is also splitting between Trump and Project 2025. Trump wants to stay out of prison, side-hustle big bucks and levy revenge … P2025 wants to create a Christian Nationalist dominion in which they say, we do … or else.
Another stellar but alarming piece on the Cabinet Quacks and the Cronies who enable them, thanks Noah! Who will stop the attack on our children (and those in the 6-64 age range) of the Death Squad Dementors at CDC and HHS? Answer: Definitely NOT Senate Republicans.
Yep, it will be interesting to see if the Republicans make a stand. But I agree with Noah, very good odds would be available for anyone prepared to put money on 4 or more Republicans doing the right thing - even against an isolated target like Kennedy.
There is more that is easy. Trump-Picked Advisor Defends Israeli Official in Las Vegas Child Sex Sting
https://hotbuttons.substack.com/p/trump-picked-advisor-defends-israeli
"or at least care enough about the electoral effects of a massive measles outbreak, to do more than furrow brows and issue statements."
This part is the important part, and is the only thing the GOP considers. As of July 9th, the measles outbreak had reached 1,288 cases in 38 states. It's the biggest measles outbreak since 1992. Nobody in the Trump administration or the GOP cared about this national disgrace until now because they didn't have a recognizable Democrat they could readily blame for it.
Given that there's a Trump-related scandal/mess/disaster at least once a week, Kennedy's further sullying of his family's name will probably be forgotten by most Americans and the media pretty quickly. Over the weekend, and again this morning there's been some reporting Trump's health potentially being an issue, and I believe the Epstein survivor press conference is tomorrow.
Also, despite the outbreak officially spreading to 38 states, Texas accounts for 762 cases by itself, with Kansas accounting for another 56. Of course, this *is* a national problem because there's already been at least one case in 38 states, and illnessess like measles, COVID, etc. can spread quickly. However, if this does somehow become a political issue, the first person who they'll blame (with assistance from Faux Noise) is Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly. Not because it's logical or because Gov. Kelly has done anything wrong, but because she's a Democrat...and their cultists will eat it up.
I'm quite sure Trump would actually prefer Collins and Cassidy lose. They voted to convict him after his 2nd impeachment. Losing Collins and/or Cassidy's seat really wouldn't make things that much more complicated for Trump. Like McConnell, Majority Leader John Thune's a lot of things but he's not a stupid politician. Unlike the lightweights in the House GOP, he'll keep his caucus in line unless it's in his interest not to do so.
Get on the phones, people. Let them hear how you feel.
This is good: “contingent opportunism.”
Can I steal it?
I still wonder why he was approved as HHS secretary in the first place.
Yum, I *do* love me some grape Kool-Aid! Seconds?
This is why I have recommended that people with children who need vaccines look to getting them either in Mexico or Canada depending on which part of the country you live in. I am also suggesting that people figure out their red line. I wrote this in November, but it still seems relevant. A "Plan B" for Catastrophe.
https://lindaweide.substack.com/p/a-plan-b-for-catastrophe?r=f0qfn
I then wrote this in February, after we had a taste of Trump's beginning administration. It is actually in here that I recommend going abroad for vaccinations for your children.
This A "Plan C" for Catastrophe.
https://lindaweide.substack.com/p/a-plan-c-for-catastrophe?r=f0qfn
Both remain mostly relevant in terms of what one should be considering. I am in Chicago and wondering whether Trump will come through on his threats to send in Federal Troops, like he did in June when I attended our No Kings march. In a month I will be back in Europe. There I will continue to organize with Democrats Abroad and Indivisible Abroad to get people to vote this Kakistocracy out of power. However, can we then undo all the damage that has been done? It is easier to destroy than to rebuild.
Interesting foray! But I think the current right wing is also splitting between Trump and Project 2025. Trump wants to stay out of prison, side-hustle big bucks and levy revenge … P2025 wants to create a Christian Nationalist dominion in which they say, we do … or else.
Another stellar but alarming piece on the Cabinet Quacks and the Cronies who enable them, thanks Noah! Who will stop the attack on our children (and those in the 6-64 age range) of the Death Squad Dementors at CDC and HHS? Answer: Definitely NOT Senate Republicans.