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ColinC

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5. McCarthy can't be primaried

Reply to Buckeyeblue (Reply #4)

Thu Jan 5, 2023, 02:38 PM

Jan 2023

At least not in the traditional way. California has top two primary system regardless of party. He would likely come out on top no matter what. However, all the other stuff is true.

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How many more votes for speaker will there be before one is chosen for the 118th congress? [View all] ColinC Jan 2023 OP

I think they went nine ballots in 1923 so they probably want to beat that Walleye Jan 2023 #1

I think McCarthy has to throw in the towel Buckeyeblue Jan 2023 #2

That or get into a power sharing agreement with Dems ColinC Jan 2023 #3

He would be DOA with such an agreement Buckeyeblue Jan 2023 #4

McCarthy can't be primaried ColinC Jan 2023 #5

Will they get their paychecks, etc.? GreenWave Jan 2023 #6