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Originally Posted by classicman
I figure I'll try to answer since Redux apparently refused to do so himself. A lot of "noise" from all the left leaning media and his opponent gets money. Is that about right?
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What appears likely is a "resolution of disapproval" presented on the floor of the House today. While I personally think it is political showmanship, the act did violate the formal and written rules of the House and to have the Congressional Record reflect that (since his apology was not done on the floor and thus not in the Record) is not all that bad of a precedent.
And the "resolution of disapproval" is far less harsh then the "resolution of censure" that the Republicans brought to the floor several years ago against MoveOn.org because they referred to General Petreaus as General BetrayUs.
Both resolutions represent the silly side of politics-- although one is expressing a disapproval of a violation of the "company" rules and the other is censuring free speech -- so maybe one was a just a little sillier.
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Originally Posted by classicman
Matters? Yes it does, to a degree. I think that is a very basic concept.
I never said it was a bad thing, but I also do NOT think it should be the primary reason to determine U.S. policy.
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Yep..thats what I said. It should never be a major factor in policymaking that could compromise or adversely affect national interests or national security in any way.