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northlake9

(65 posts)
4. Just watch and pass the popcorn
Sat Apr 3, 2021, 03:05 PM
Apr 2021

The smart thing is to let him self distruct. Being vocal could become a ralling cry for repubs.

I would like to see every male repub congress memeber asked, "Did you see any photos?" Make them squirm!

dem4decades

(11,269 posts)
5. why call for him to leave? Having a Republican with dirt all over him in Congress is good for
Sat Apr 3, 2021, 03:08 PM
Apr 2021

the Democrats. Let the rumors fly and paint them all with the "he was a scum and they knew about it" brush.

rogue emissary

(3,147 posts)
9. So why not stay silent with Cuomo, Northam, Franken etc?
Sat Apr 3, 2021, 03:16 PM
Apr 2021

As all of them had Democrats call for their resignation.

dem4decades

(11,269 posts)
13. Perhaps they don't want Cuomo's problems be associated with Democrats but they are more than happy
Sat Apr 3, 2021, 03:31 PM
Apr 2021

to have Republicans be associated with a Congressional member under investigation for sex with a minor (allegedly). And not's not equating the two.

RockRaven

(14,898 posts)
6. Wait for the indictment. The argument for his resignation is much more powerful when it is
Sat Apr 3, 2021, 03:10 PM
Apr 2021

based on specific deeds detailed in federal court filings.

Bleacher Creature

(11,252 posts)
10. I'm a Democrat and want him to resign. Does that count?
Sat Apr 3, 2021, 03:17 PM
Apr 2021

Just kidding - I want him to stay in office so that he can tar the GOP for as long as possible.

mn9driver

(4,419 posts)
11. While the GOP is busily incinerating itself? No way.
Sat Apr 3, 2021, 03:18 PM
Apr 2021

When he is indicted and still in the House, then convicted and still in the House, the message sent to voters will be unmistakeable. And the GOP will have done all the work themselves.

Raven123

(4,791 posts)
14. Agreed!
Sat Apr 3, 2021, 04:09 PM
Apr 2021

Furthermore, Dems calling for his resignation diverts the media attention from Gaetz. Just get your popcorn and watch the show.

comradebillyboy

(10,128 posts)
15. It's best for Dems if Gaetz twists slowly in the wind for
Sat Apr 3, 2021, 06:19 PM
Apr 2021

a while. His is a compelling story and the Dems would be wise to let it be an ongoing embarrassment to the Pukes.

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