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What does it mean to be a conservative? Does it mean putting a premium on small government & personal responsibility as a few DC-based op-ed writers tend to understand it? Or does it mean what 99% of conservatives think it means - being a hate-filled racist who only wants to fuck shit up?

As a proponent of conservatism in America, Limbaugh was a failure who in his later years abandoned the project of advancing a positive agenda, culminating in his alignment with the vulgar style and populist anti-leftism of Donald Trump. Character no longer mattered. Budget deficits no longer mattered. Free trade no longer mattered. Nepotism no longer mattered. Lavishing praise on foreign dictators no longer mattered. All that mattered was owning the libs in the culture war, in part to avenge a deeply felt sense of aggrievement. Limbaugh and Trump were alike in attaining great wealth and political influence while still talking and seeming to feel as though society was stacked against guys like them.

My life has been objectively better since last guy stopped dominating the headlines. I'm enjoying taking part in the new national pastime - ignoring that loser. And yet part of me is thrilled to see that the GOP is still committed to this DEEPLY unpopular candidate.

Charlie Carretti, a retiree in Honesdale who used to work in publishing, said, "The guy did a great job as president, and Democrats just don't want to give that to him." He called the impeachment case "a joke, a charade and a waste of time" that was designed by Democrats "only to hurt the guy." Carretti, 70, said that he hopes (redacted) runs again in 2024 and that (redacted), as his impeachment defense lawyers argued, was devoid of responsibility for the violent Capitol mob.

I haven't been following this Cuomo thing. A mean, bad guy, corrupt? I guess we'll find out. But whatever happens, getting rid of corrupt politicians whether they are D's or R's is what is supposed to happen. Republicans seem to think that getting rid of corrupt D's is somehow owning libs.

I can't wait for Coons to make a big, showy public break with Biden [over something beloved bit of DC insider nonsense] in order to prove to DC that he truly is the bipartisan hero.  It is inevitable.  

Atrios Said This:

The Stockholm Syndrome Party:

During a press conference with House managers after Trump's second impeachment trial, Nancy Pelosi said: "I think our country needs a strong Republican party. It's very important."

When was the last time you heard a Republicans say that the country needs a strong Democratic Party? Bottom Line: The Democratic Party leadership is comprised of very wealthy people who do not trust the instincts of Americans who are not rich. Yes - I'm looking at you, Coons.

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I have zero faith in Dover passing any kind of legalization that doesn't: A) Suck, and B) Further enrich some cabal of insiders.

Bill to legalize marijuana in Delaware to be filed soon - Delaware State News

Gov. John Carney has consistently opposed legalization, with a spokesman last week declining to speculate what the governor would do if the bill reaches his desk.

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These "Republicans fractured" stories are nice, but a little far fetched.  They'll do whatever the fuck Trump tells them to do.  Change my mind.  Also, is it news to anyone that Republicans are a bunch of racist assholes?  Certainly that is not news to republicans.  

Trump’s acquittal further polarizes factions within the GOP

Quote of the Day: You can lead a Republican to objective reality, but you can’t make him pull his head out of Donald Trump’s ass. Trump was acquitted by the…

The minimum wage is a joke but the tipped min wage is the sickest of sick jokes.

Senate Decided Not to Call Trump Impeachment Witnesses Because ‘People Want to Get Home for Valentine’s Day’: Report Senate Democrats had, despite their collective vote to hear witnesses, not actually…