I find this unsurprising but disappointing nonetheless.

  • kirklennon
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    It’s bad in principle because he obviously engaged in insurrection and is ineligible but from a practical standpoint it’s great news for democracy. A toxic Republican candidate who by the election will most likely be a convicted felon and quite possibly already in prison is pretty much a best-case scenario for the country. Turnout matters and nothing is going to dampen Republican turnout like the top of their ticket being a convicted loser. We could very well be looking at a historic blue wave this year.

    • Drusas
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      I’m not sure I can agree that ignoring the Constitution is good for democracy. Especially when it comes to disqualifying insurrectionists. But hopefully you’re right about the outcome.