Balloting has already begun in several states. The argument that we should not vote on a new Justice in an Election year is all the stronger now that we are actually in the voting process.
Moreover, it is highly likely that the Supreme Court will have to rule on disputes. There is nothing wrong with an 8-member Court; a 4-4 split is just as valid as anything else; adding a member now achieves no valid purpose.
Little of this matters. Trump wants another Supreme Court pick, to increase the chances any electoral dispute will be resolved in his favor. Meanwhile a thousand Americans die each day from a pandemic that could have been controlled. Failure of leadership on this scale should not be rewarded with another term, if only because of the virtual certainty that the next crisis (...and there is always a next crisis...) will be bungled the same.
But Trump's fans are in love. His rallies are as entertaining as any show at the Roman Colosseum. He tells them who to hate and they scream in their ecstasy of rage. He knows this will kill some of them (say goodnight, Herman Cain) because he has known since February 7 that COVID19 is airborne and deadly, but his followers are willing sacrifices to his glory. They know he lied to them about that, and they don't care; the more he abuses them, the more they show their love by sacrificing themselves and their children.
May RGB's memory be a blessing. She showed us that reason and passion working together can achieve great things for humanity, despite powerful opposition. Her memory, like a star, may guide us through the shadow of Mordor.
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Today's photos:
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| Ginny sleeps on my blanket |
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| Little Free Pantry |
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| Classic Pickup With Hood Ornament |
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| Rooster Yard Art |
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