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https://www.theblaze.com/news/biden-says-hell-disclose-his-opinion-on-court-packing-when-the-election-is-over“ Biden and running mate Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) spoke with the press while at the Phoenix airport on their way to campaign events in Arizona. After criticizing Vice President Mike Pence for not answering a particular question during the vice presidential debate the night before, a reporter asked Biden to state is position on court packing as some far-left congressional Democrats have threatened. The Democrat refused — as he has several times now — to answer the question, telling reporters, "You'll know my opinion on court-packing when the election is over." "Now look," he continued. "It's a great question and I don't blame you for asking it. But you know the moment I answer that question, the headline in every one of your papers will be about that, other than — other than — focusing on what's happening now." So there ya have it. All the new info Joe thinks we should know.
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« Reply #2 on: October 08, 2020, 05:19:07 PM » |
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I keep hearing this is the most important vote I'll ever cast...........
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Not just for POTUS, but every position on the ballot.
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« Reply #3 on: October 08, 2020, 05:31:29 PM » |
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I keep hearing this is the most important vote I'll ever cast...........
I'm beginning to believe it...
Not just for POTUS, but every position on the ballot.
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If she is confirmed and Trump looses this election, I feel comfortable knowing the Supreme Court will be on a Constitutional side for the next 25 years...pretty much the rest of my life unless we get some judges that drop like flies and or the Democrats do decide to change the number of justices. |
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« Reply #4 on: October 08, 2020, 05:35:19 PM » |
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Hey Baldo since our posts got deleted. I would really like you to LISTEN TO YOUR CANDIDATE.  https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6akDGavsT2g |
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« Reply #5 on: October 08, 2020, 06:14:52 PM » |
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I keep hearing this is the most important vote I'll ever cast...........
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Not just for POTUS, but every position on the ballot.
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If she is confirmed and Trump looses this election, I feel comfortable knowing the Supreme Court will be on a Constitutional side for the next 25 years...pretty much the rest of my life unless we get some judges that drop like flies and or the Democrats do decide to change the number of justices. While POTUS can't change the rules by himself, he has a lot of pull as to the direction of anything the House or Senate is considering. While Biden and Harris won't answer the question, the simple fact that they won't answer says volumes about the kind of person Biden is. If, he had any credibility, he'd tell us what he thinks. He can't do it by himself, he has to have a majority to accomplish that. That's why every vote in every position on every ballot is important. Rams |
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« Reply #6 on: October 08, 2020, 07:02:54 PM » |
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I keep hearing this is the most important vote I'll ever cast...........
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Not just for POTUS, but every position on the ballot.
Rams
If she is confirmed and Trump looses this election, I feel comfortable knowing the Supreme Court will be on a Constitutional side for the next 25 years...pretty much the rest of my life unless we get some judges that drop like flies and or the Democrats do decide to change the number of justices. While POTUS can't change the rules by himself, he has a lot of pull as to the direction of anything the House or Senate is considering. While Biden and Harris won't answer the question, the simple fact that they won't answer says volumes about the kind of person Biden is. If, he had any credibility, he'd tell us what he thinks. He can't do it by himself, he has to have a majority to accomplish that. That's why every vote in every position on every ballot is important. Rams Packing the court is the ultimate revenge of kids who don’t like the way the other side plays their game. You’re taking advantage of our rules so we’re changing the rules again. |
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« Reply #7 on: October 09, 2020, 10:44:06 AM » |
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Trump should just agree with what the dems want to do, and just appoint another 6 before election day. They can't complain, it's what they want to do.
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« Reply #8 on: October 09, 2020, 10:56:56 AM » |
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Harris Tells NYT Reporter She Is ‘Absolutely Open’ To Court Packing VP Pence outlines the Radical Left agenda of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris https://youtu.be/_u7CWJu0Kv8 |
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« Reply #9 on: October 09, 2020, 01:43:33 PM » |
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I keep hearing this is the most important vote I'll ever cast...........
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Not just for POTUS, but every position on the ballot.
Rams
If she is confirmed and Trump looses this election, I feel comfortable knowing the Supreme Court will be on a Constitutional side for the next 25 years...pretty much the rest of my life unless we get some judges that drop like flies and or the Democrats do decide to change the number of justices. While POTUS can't change the rules by himself, he has a lot of pull as to the direction of anything the House or Senate is considering. While Biden and Harris won't answer the question, the simple fact that they won't answer says volumes about the kind of person Biden is. If, he had any credibility, he'd tell us what he thinks. He can't do it by himself, he has to have a majority to accomplish that. That's why every vote in every position on every ballot is important. Rams It says volumes about what kind of person he is ? And what would the actual lies that Trump has said say about the kind of person he is ? Mexico is going to pay for the wall. I'm going to show my tax returns. I never slept with the women I paid off. I didn't try to coerce the Ukranians into lying. If he had any credibility, he'd tell the truth. |
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It says volumes about what kind of person he is ? And what would the actual lies that Trump has said say about the kind of person he is ? Mexico is going to pay for the wall. I'm going to show my tax returns. I never slept with the women I paid off. I didn't try to coerce the Ukranians into lying. If he had any credibility, he'd tell the truth.
I said I wouldn't engage meathead and I'm not. I'm posting for the benefit of others to hear. Meathead and friends see lies where they don't exist. I wonder what their definition of lie is. Their hatred overwhelms an semblance of logic or truth. By the way, my definition of lie includes calling something a lie that obviously isn't. |
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It says volumes about what kind of person he is ? And what would the actual lies that Trump has said say about the kind of person he is ? Mexico is going to pay for the wall. I'm going to show my tax returns. I never slept with the women I paid off. I didn't try to coerce the Ukranians into lying. If he had any credibility, he'd tell the truth.
I said I wouldn't engage meathead and I'm not. I'm posting for the benefit of others to hear. Meathead and friends see lies where they don't exist. I wonder what their definition of lie is. Their hatred overwhelms an semblance of logic or truth. By the way, my definition of lie includes calling something a lie that obviously isn't. Absofreakinlutely ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !  |
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It says volumes about what kind of person he is ? And what would the actual lies that Trump has said say about the kind of person he is ? Mexico is going to pay for the wall. I'm going to show my tax returns. I never slept with the women I paid off. I didn't try to coerce the Ukranians into lying. If he had any credibility, he'd tell the truth.
I said I wouldn't engage meathead and I'm not. I'm posting for the benefit of others to hear. Meathead and friends see lies where they don't exist. I wonder what their definition of lie is. Their hatred overwhelms an semblance of logic or truth. By the way, my definition of lie includes calling something a lie that obviously isn't. I am addressing this towards Willow, in that he doesn't seem to acknowledge a lie from Trump. The most widely accepted definition of lying is the following: “A lie is a statement made by one who does not believe it with the intention that someone else shall be led to believe it” Pretty much describes all the incidents I cited. |
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It says volumes about what kind of person he is ? And what would the actual lies that Trump has said say about the kind of person he is ? Mexico is going to pay for the wall. I'm going to show my tax returns. I never slept with the women I paid off. I didn't try to coerce the Ukranians into lying. If he had any credibility, he'd tell the truth.
I said I wouldn't engage meathead and I'm not. I'm posting for the benefit of others to hear. Meathead and friends see lies where they don't exist. I wonder what their definition of lie is. Their hatred overwhelms an semblance of logic or truth. By the way, my definition of lie includes calling something a lie that obviously isn't. I am addressing this towards Willow, in that he doesn't seem to acknowledge a lie from Trump. The most widely accepted definition of lying is the following: “A lie is a statement made by one who does not believe it with the intention that someone else shall be led to believe it” Pretty much describes all the incidents I cited. Doesn't come close unless you have some sort of mind meld that tells you what the President believed at the time he said what he said. Incidentally two of your four are opened ended so could be done now or in the future. The other two do refer to the past but I'm pretty sure you don't know the details of what those statements refer to. I guess I stand corrected in your world. If you choose to believe that something is a lie and call it such it is not a lie on your part if if it is proven to be truth. Your world and mine are far, far apart. I certainly prefer the dependent logic of my world. |
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It says volumes about what kind of person he is ? And what would the actual lies that Trump has said say about the kind of person he is ? Mexico is going to pay for the wall. I'm going to show my tax returns. I never slept with the women I paid off. I didn't try to coerce the Ukranians into lying. If he had any credibility, he'd tell the truth.
I said I wouldn't engage meathead and I'm not. I'm posting for the benefit of others to hear. Meathead and friends see lies where they don't exist. I wonder what their definition of lie is. Their hatred overwhelms an semblance of logic or truth. By the way, my definition of lie includes calling something a lie that obviously isn't. I am addressing this towards Willow, in that he doesn't seem to acknowledge a lie from Trump. The most widely accepted definition of lying is the following: “A lie is a statement made by one who does not believe it with the intention that someone else shall be led to believe it” Pretty much describes all the incidents I cited. Doesn't come close unless you have some sort of mind meld that tells you what the President believed at the time he said what he said. Incidentally two of your four are opened ended so could be done now or in the future. The other two do refer to the past but I'm pretty sure you don't know the details of what those statements refer to. I guess I stand corrected in your world. If you choose to believe that something is a lie and call it such it is not a lie on your part if if it is proven to be truth. Your world and mine are far, far apart. I certainly prefer the dependent logic of my world. Of course you do. In your world you never have to acknowledge lies from your President. In your world you call others liars, and then deny you did. In your world logic is partisan. |
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It says volumes about what kind of person he is ? And what would the actual lies that Trump has said say about the kind of person he is ? Mexico is going to pay for the wall. I'm going to show my tax returns. I never slept with the women I paid off. I didn't try to coerce the Ukranians into lying. If he had any credibility, he'd tell the truth.
I said I wouldn't engage meathead and I'm not. I'm posting for the benefit of others to hear. Meathead and friends see lies where they don't exist. I wonder what their definition of lie is. Their hatred overwhelms an semblance of logic or truth. By the way, my definition of lie includes calling something a lie that obviously isn't. I am addressing this towards Willow, in that he doesn't seem to acknowledge a lie from Trump. The most widely accepted definition of lying is the following: “A lie is a statement made by one who does not believe it with the intention that someone else shall be led to believe it” Pretty much describes all the incidents I cited. Doesn't come close unless you have some sort of mind meld that tells you what the President believed at the time he said what he said. Incidentally two of your four are opened ended so could be done now or in the future. The other two do refer to the past but I'm pretty sure you don't know the details of what those statements refer to. I guess I stand corrected in your world. If you choose to believe that something is a lie and call it such it is not a lie on your part if if it is proven to be truth. Your world and mine are far, far apart. I certainly prefer the dependent logic of my world. Of course you do. In your world you never have to acknowledge lies from your President. In your world you call others liars, and then deny you did. In your world logic is partisan. What complete bullshit. I regret being pulled back into an exchange with you. I withdraw at this point.  |
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I just do not understand why the argument tends to go back to JB and DT. Why is the focus not on the direction of the party. Now, if the Democrats are truly happy with the direction their party is going well, then it is....... never mind.
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I just do not understand why the argument tends to go back to JB and DT. Why is the focus not on the direction of the party. Now, if the Democrats are truly happy with the direction their party is going well, then it is....... never mind.
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I just do not understand why the argument tends to go back to JB and DT. Why is the focus not on the direction of the party. Now, if the Democrats are truly happy with the direction their party is going well, then it is....... never mind.
I've been following politics for 49 years and voting for 44. I have never seen an instance of either party going entirely the direction I wish. For me, at least, it amounts to who is the lesser of two evils. It's a pretty easy call this time. As far as an easy call this time, I agree with you on this one . -RP |
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I just do not understand why the argument tends to go back to JB and DT. Why is the focus not on the direction of the party. Now, if the Democrats are truly happy with the direction their party is going well, then it is....... never mind.
I've been following politics for 49 years and voting for 44. I have never seen an instance of either party going entirely the direction I wish. For me, at least, it amounts to who is the lesser of two evils. It's a pretty easy call this time. Only 180* from where you think. |
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« Reply #20 on: October 09, 2020, 05:15:29 PM » |
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biden packing the court. In 1983 he was completely against it, video to prove it.
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I just do not understand why the argument tends to go back to JB and DT. Why is the focus not on the direction of the party. Now, if the Democrats are truly happy with the direction their party is going well, then it is....... never mind.
I've been following politics for 49 years and voting for 44. I have never seen an instance of either party going entirely the direction I wish. For me, at least, it amounts to who is the lesser of two evils. It's a pretty easy call this time. Welcome aboard The Trump Train. At least you can be assured that there won’t be any tall tales about how Abe Lincoln didn’t appoint someone to The Supreme Court as Harris claimed because honest Abe thought it should wait until after his election, but because the truth was Congress wasn’t in session...there wasn’t anyone there until December of that year. Then an nominee was named. |
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I just do not understand why the argument tends to go back to JB and DT. Why is the focus not on the direction of the party. Now, if the Democrats are truly happy with the direction their party is going well, then it is....... never mind.
I've been following politics for 49 years and voting for 44. I have never seen an instance of either party going entirely the direction I wish. For me, at least, it amounts to who is the lesser of two evils. It's a pretty easy call this time. Welcome aboard The Trump Train.  I think I'll pass, just the same.  |
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Great meme...that’s funny I have to admit. I can’t come up with stuff like that so fast.
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Great meme...that’s funny I have to admit. I can’t come up with stuff like that so fast.
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Great meme...that’s funny I have to admit. I can’t come up with stuff like that so fast.
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I just do not understand why the argument tends to go back to JB and DT. Why is the focus not on the direction of the party. Now, if the Democrats are truly happy with the direction their party is going well, then it is....... never mind.
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« Reply #27 on: October 09, 2020, 06:03:54 PM » |
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You guys are killing me. Between those 2 memes and the Benny Hill video it’s been a fun night. Thanks for the laughs.
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'for those that cant get Twitter. Biden: The only court packing going on right now is by Republicans https://youtu.be/YWXGnkfj3dcTucker: Biden doesn't rule out packing the Supreme Court https://youtu.be/ka6jO_HPPw0Now Biden Says Filling Ginsburg Seat 'Not Constitutional' - And Americans Don't 'Deserve To Know' If He'll Pack Court |
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So is biden playing with a Euchre deck ? Well hopefully he'll get Trumped !
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« Reply #32 on: October 11, 2020, 08:17:10 PM » |
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I keep hearing this is the most important vote I'll ever cast...........
I'm beginning to believe it...
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If she is confirmed and Trump looses this election, I feel comfortable knowing the Supreme Court will be on a Constitutional side for the next 25 years...pretty much the rest of my life unless we get some judges that drop like flies and or the Democrats do decide to change the number of justices. While POTUS can't change the rules by himself, he has a lot of pull as to the direction of anything the House or Senate is considering. While Biden and Harris won't answer the question, the simple fact that they won't answer says volumes about the kind of person Biden is. If, he had any credibility, he'd tell us what he thinks. He can't do it by himself, he has to have a majority to accomplish that. That's why every vote in every position on every ballot is important. Rams It says volumes about what kind of person he is ? And what would the actual lies that Trump has said say about the kind of person he is ? Mexico is going to pay for the wall. I'm going to show my tax returns. I never slept with the women I paid off. I didn't try to coerce the Ukranians into lying. If he had any credibility, he'd tell the truth. Any allegation or accusation from someone who is obviously a Trump Hater carries little if any impartial thought. Your interpretation or spin on things is obviously biased so, instead of you actually making a valid point you simply point out your own bias. IOWs, it doesn't really put the intended target in a bad light but simply shows how biased you are. Try opening your mind to what he campaigned on, what he tried to do and got done even with a boat load of opposition and crap being thrown at him. As I've said before, I don't like DJT's personality but, we didn't hire him to be likeable. Realizing that this "discussion" isn't going to change anyone's minds whether they be Trump supporters or Trump Haters, I'll leave it with this. This election isn't about Trump, it's about the USA you want your offspring to be part of. Personally, I don't like what the Dems are offering but, some will. This election is, the most important one of your offspring's life. If you believe all that Biden and Harris have said, then you get the government you deserve. Unfortunately, the rest of the country may have to attempt to survive some very bad decisions. YMMV Rams |
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Today he again refused to answer that question stating he'll only give his opinion once he is elected. Boy, that should secure it for him.
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This explains how I feel well.
Dear Friends,
This will be my final letter to 800,000 people before Americans cast our ballots on November 3rd. It is a breathtaking moment in the history of the United States. Perhaps I will be permitted to repeat a brief comment I made in my August letter because of its relevance to today. Many political commentators have stated that this election is the most significant since 1864, when Abraham Lincoln vied for a second term against Democratic nominee, George McClellan. The future of our beloved nation hung in the balance that year. If Lincoln had lost, the Civil War would have ended precipitously and the wretched evils of slavery would have remained legal in the Confederate States, and perhaps even in the North. Had Lincoln been defeated, the Union would have been torn asunder. Thank God Mr. Lincoln won, even though it cost him his life!
Now we are approaching another presidential election that carries enormous implications for the stability of our democratic system of government. Indeed, Newt Gingrich said that what we are facing now might bring an end to civilization as we have known it. He may have been referring to a possible revolution. Regardless, I believe his grave concern for our nation is valid. For centuries, America has stood as a shining light for liberty and freedom in our nation and around the globe. If we abandon our founding core values, the world will suffer for it. The binary choice before us is that stark.
How will Americans, and how will you, decide who to vote for as our Chief Executive Officer? I have heard from dozens of friends and acquaintances in recent weeks who tell me they will base their decision solely on a candidate's rhetoric, tone, style, or likeability. Does that describe your thinking process?
Just now, as I was about to react to that idea, my wife, Shirley, brought in an email that she had received a few minutes before from a friend. It quoted an anonymous statement that gets to the heart of the issue, as follows:
"This is not a junior high or high school popularity/personality contest. I'm not voting for the person—I'm voting for the platform!
I'm voting for the Second Amendment. I'm voting for the next Supreme Court justice. I'm voting for the electoral college. I'm voting for the Republic in which we live. I'm voting for the police and law and order. I'm voting for the military and the veterans who fought and died for this country. I'm voting for the flag that is often missing from public events. I'm voting for the right to speak my opinion and not be censored for it. I'm voting for secure borders. I'm voting for the right to praise God without fear. I'm voting for every unborn soul that is at risk of being aborted. I'm voting for freedom and the American dream. I'm voting for good and against evil. I'm not just voting for one person.
I'm voting for the future of my country!"
I couldn't have said it better, although I want to add to the writer's list. I'm also voting for candidates who will exercise sound leadership internationally. I'm voting for those who will support Israel. I'm voting for those who will protect children from leftist curricula. I'm voting for the nation's fiscal integrity. I'm voting for parental rights. I'm voting for school choice and home education. I'm voting for freedom in the suburbs. I'm voting for Little Sisters of the Poor and other Christian organizations. I'm voting for racial unity. I am voting to support "In God we trust" and school prayer. I'm voting for freedom of conscience for physicians and other professionals. I am voting for marriage. I am voting for life in all its dimensions. I am voting against euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide. I'm voting for wisdom in handling the pandemic. I am voting for protection for the Church from oppressive politicians.
One final thought: With all respect, this election isn't about you. It certainly isn't about me. It is about our kids and grandkids. It is about those who are yet to come, if they are allowed to live. This vote has awesome implications for future generations and the nation we love. It is about our Constitution and the immutable, God-given rights it protects. It is about values, and truth, and greatness, and hope. That is why the notion of choosing a president based on frivolous personality characteristics is so unfortunate.
In summary, this election is for all the marbles . . . the Presidency, the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the Supreme Court. Together, they set the agenda for this country.
If you love America and don't want it to be "fundamentally transformed," it is time to do three things:
1. Pray like never before that God will spare this great nation from tyranny and oppression of religious liberty.
2. Volunteer to help your candidates.
3. Vote for the candidates who will best uphold your values and convictions.
Also, consider forwarding this letter to your friends, family, and others whom you might influence.
May God bless America!
Dr. James Dobson
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Patrick
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Packing the court has been tried before. FDR tried it in 1937 when parts of his 'New Deal' were voted down. His attempt to add 6 liberal judges failed. This apparently is what happens when the democrats don't get their way.
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #38 on: October 13, 2020, 04:07:09 PM » |
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Packing the court has been tried before. FDR tried it in 1937 when parts of his 'New Deal' were voted down. His attempt to add 6 liberal judges failed. This apparently is what happens when the democrats don't get their way.
Yes, and the man was a damnable socialist and thought Joe Stalin was a good guy he could manage. But the most important thing to remember about the FDR court packing scheme was that it was opposed by his fellow democrats (as well as republicans). The bipartisan judiciary committee issued a scathing report that called FDR's plan "a needless, futile and utterly dangerous abandonment of constitutional principle ... without precedent or justification." Which is of course as true today as it was then. |
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