Brett Kavanaugh Confirmation Thread

[FondrenRoad 4,378]

12 minutes ago, Bateshorn said:

Just saw a report that Donnelly is a no.  If there is a pact, then that could be huge.  It would make sense that they gave Flake a pass in committee and will deal with this on the floor.

Again, lot of whispers flying around town today, so treat it with a whole shaker of salt.

Why does Flake need a pass. He isnt running for reelection. Out of everyone, he should just be able to vote how he wants. 

[DDD Dad 14,167]

Couldn't the Senate and Maryland DA offer Judge immunity to testify?  That would fix the "theater" of him taking the Fifth.

[SimonBolivar 10,897]

2 minutes ago, Hugo Stiglitz said:

Disagree with this take.  Trump lost the popular votes by millions and Kavanaugh isn’t running against Hillary Clinton.  He’s running against any other qualified jurist.

The average voting American can't name half of the Supreme Court. I really don't think they'll care that much.

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[kevwun 15,595]

Flake needs a job after his term is up.  He can't get one if he pisses off the Republicans.

Edited September 28, 2018 by kevwun

[WhatTheBuck 28,700]

27 minutes ago, David Dennison said:

I want to vote for Amy Klobuchar for something.

Eye surgery?

[David Dennison 18,603]

Just now, FondrenRoad said:

Why does Flake need a pass. He isnt running for reelection. Out of everyone, he should just be able to vote how he wants. 

He's a conservative. Brett Kavanaugh will vote the way he wants. If Kavanaugh doesn't get confirmed there is a real possibility that Donald Trump doesn't get the opportunity to name another conservative to the bench. That's why Flake will vote to confirm.

[Bateshorn 9,882]

2 minutes ago, FondrenRoad said:

Why does Flake need a pass. He isnt running for reelection. Out of everyone, he should just be able to vote how he wants. 

I mentioned this above:  He's actually not particularily wealthy.  If he wants to cash in, he has to do what McConnell wants.  It's the same reason Dean Heller suddenly got religion on repealing Obamacare:  Cross McConnell and K Street is closed.

Edited September 28, 2018 by Bateshorn

[SimonBolivar 10,897]

Just now, kevwun said:

Flake needs a job after his term is up.  He can't get one if he pisses off the Republicans.

He should just call Soros.

[SuingToGetAMessageBoard? 3,861]

1 minute ago, FondrenRoad said:

Why does Flake need a pass. He isnt running for reelection. Out of everyone, he should just be able to vote how he wants. 

He's still young with a lot of money to be made post service.  He has a lot to worry about.  Paid speeches and think tanks go to the super loyal.

[MonkeyDoughnut 10,134]

13 minutes ago, jimmyjazz said:

...If a man will lie about the most inconsequential things, what do you think he'll do when something important comes down the pike?  ...

I lie all the time about eating the last donut, but pretty sure that doesn't mean I would lie about sexual assault or other important things

[SimonBolivar 10,897]

Just now, MonkeyDoughnut said:

I lie all the time about eating the last donut, but pretty sure that doesn't mean I would lie about sexual assault or other important things

To the senate judiciary committee?

[triplehorn 2,664]

4 minutes ago, FondrenRoad said:

Why does Flake need a pass. He isnt running for reelection. Out of everyone, he should just be able to vote how he wants. 

To be clear Flake is voting Y to get it out of committee.  Does this necessarily mean Y vote with the full Senate ?  Voting N in committee would expose him to a very different kind of heat.

Edited September 28, 2018 by triplehorn

[WhatTheBuck 28,700]

3 minutes ago, FondrenRoad said:

Why does Flake need a pass. He isnt running for reelection. Out of everyone, he should just be able to vote how he wants. 

He is. He's a fraud. 

[kevwun 15,595]

He will only vote no if his vote doesn't matter.  If he is the deciding vote, he will cave in.

Edited September 28, 2018 by kevwun

[Chuckie Finster 22,583]

Kavanaugh yells and screams and lies - “of course he’s acting that way, he’s been accused of a serious crime.”

Judge runs and hides and refuses to talk to anyone - “of course he’s acting that way, he’s been accused of a serious crime.”

Ford calmly and consistently answers questions - “She’s a Democrat pawn!”

[Bruh Man 3,160]

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[Onboard 2.0 9,083]

2 minutes ago, SimonBolivar said:

The average voting American can't name half of the Supreme Court. I really don't think they'll care that much.

Dianna Ross, Mary Wilson, Florence Ballard Cindy Birdsong  so there.....

[Hugo Stiglitz 23,356]

1 minute ago, Bateshorn said:

I mentioned this above:  He's actually not particularily wealthy.  If he wants to cash in, he has to do what McConnell wants.  It's the same reason Dean Heller suddenly got religion on repealing Obamacare:  Cross McConnell and K Street is closed.

I think Flake still wants a political career but he’s squandered too many opportunities to act like a leader.  Voting for Kavanaugh keeps him Republican safe. Still an enormous POS

[SuingToGetAMessageBoard? 3,861]

2 minutes ago, SimonBolivar said:

The average voting American can't name half of the Supreme Court. I really don't think they'll care that much.

I think you are way off to a large voting segment.  SCOTUS is very high on the list of most righties I know, especially when they are social conservatives.  My brother is one and knows the bench down the micron.  Sometimes will text me with whatever he happens to be thinking about at the moment.  Actual text from Sept. 6:  "Name the last justice appointed by a democrat to retire during a republican administration."  

[Hugo Stiglitz 23,356]

1 minute ago, triplehorn said:

To be clear Flake is voting Y to get it out of committee.  Does this necessarily mean Y vote with the full Senate ?  Voting N in committee would expose him to a very different kind of heat.

I thought this too but reading Flake’s explanation indicates he’s a Yes in the full vote too

[tantric superman 4,667]

Damn, I missed Sheldon Whitehouse.  Sounds like he laid it down.

I hope he has a valet named Cavendish or Cadbury.

[Nuge 1,961]

3 minutes ago, MonkeyDoughnut said:

I lie all the time about eating the last donut, but pretty sure that doesn't mean I would lie about sexual assault or other important things

Name and avatar check out.  Bravo sir.

[RomaVicta 29,756]

1 hour ago, EMAWesome said:

Oh that is rich from whichever female Democrat Senator is talking now (TV is on in other room.  I am listening to the hearing but not watching.)  You people refuse to reveal a letter alleging sexual misconduct by Kavanaugh for six weeks and you have the fucking nerve to bitch about the Republicans not having transparency?  Fuck you whoever you were.

Negged for lying about the six weeks.

[seven 1,366]

13 minutes ago, EMAWesome said:

I hope it never happens but if I am ever put in a position where my only two options are being gang raped or being gang grandstanded by Democrat Senators I will take the rape.  It will be over sooner and my ears won't hurt as much.

I assume you would immediately tell your father you were sodomized by multiple men

[Pancho 44,358]

 

[tantric superman 4,667]

18 minutes ago, sachick said:

I hate Cruz.

Gonna throw a party when he get's voted out. 

Will NOT through a party if he wins, just FYI.

[Mojo Hand 4,580]

6 minutes ago, MonkeyDoughnut said:

I lie all the time about eating the last donut, but pretty sure that doesn't mean I would lie about sexual assault or other important things

Would you lie about eating a donut to the Senate under oath and penalty of perjury? 

[ChuckNorrisActionJeans 2,655]

1 hour ago, FondrenRoad said:

Is he getting extra votes?  Cuz even if he goes hyperpartisan, he would lose that decision 8 to 1. 

Well I don't know about you, but I was shocked at the Court, as it's currently been aligned, gutting  the Voting Rights Act and also letting the Muslim ban sail through with a wink and a nod at its stated intentions.

The fix is in. We're fucked. 

[SuingToGetAMessageBoard? 3,861]

Kavanaugh sure did give us a lot of ammo for unflattering photos.

[Gil Bang 25,865]

A lying , crying, drunken little bitch is headed to SCOTUS. Yay team!

[SimonBolivar 10,897]

5 minutes ago, SuingToGetAMessageBoard? said:

I think you are way off to a large voting segment.  SCOTUS is very high on the list of most righties I know, especially when they are social conservatives.  My brother is one and knows the bench down the micron.  Sometimes will text me with whatever he happens to be thinking about at the moment.  Actual text from Sept. 6:  "Name the last justice appointed by a democrat to retire during a republican administration."  

I just don't believe that the average American is playing SCOTUS trivia. I think they're watching The Voice or MNF instead.

Edited September 28, 2018 by SimonBolivar

[Patrick Bateman 3,903]

9 minutes ago, retread said:

 

That was last night...... a lot has happened.

[Huckleberry 32,685]

5 minutes ago, Bruh Man said:

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lulz

Their hired hand told them Kavanaugh lied under oath and therefore perjured himself. No biggie.

[Chuckie Finster 22,583]

I’ll say it: it is a dumb move for Donnelly and Manchin to vote N unless they know Collins and Murkowski are too. Yeah, it’s nice to have principles or whatever, but those unfortunately stopped mattering long ago. Don’t let this beat you twice.

[jimmyjazz 45,513]

6 minutes ago, Bruh Man said:

 

 

 

Wait . . . was Mitchell (allegedly) referring to Miranda rights?  If so, LOL x 10^23.  Crimony.  "Hey, I'd like to keep going with questioning, but once your boy is up I need to Mirandize him."

[kevwun 15,595]

5 minutes ago, Chuckie Finster said:

I’ll say it: it is a dumb move for Donnelly and Manchin to vote N unless they know Collins and Murkowski are too. Yeah, it’s nice to have principles or whatever, but those unfortunately stopped mattering long ago. Don’t let this beat you twice.

Yeah, that is just smart politics.  If their votes don't matter, you let them vote how they need to.  That's how it's worked for a very long time.

Edited September 28, 2018 by kevwun

[RDCanecutter 26,239]

6 minutes ago, Mojo Hand said:

Would you lie about eating a donut to the Senate under oath and penalty of perjury? 

Prison commissary is stocked with donuts. Your laws hold no terror for me.

[Bruh Man 3,160]

You guys realize Manchin is up like 10 in WV. His vulnerability has been exaggerated. Sick of hearing about it honestly.

Edited September 28, 2018 by Bruh Man

[Stros 153]

Why would Ford leave her best friend in a house with 2 drunken rapist? Don’t you think her friend would remember being left and ask her about it?

[Patrick Bateman 3,903]

12 minutes ago, Bruh Man said:

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In fairness..... this tweet or information has been rebuked. 

 

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13 minutes ago, Bruh Man said:

siap  

 

[Patrick Bateman 3,903]

5 minutes ago, Chuckie Finster said:

I’ll say it: it is a dumb move for Donnelly and Manchin to vote N unless they know Collins and Murkowski are too. Yeah, it’s nice to have principles or whatever, but those unfortunately stopped mattering long ago. Don’t let this beat you twice.

Perhaps vote "present" if they want to object if they can't stop the train..... but that may be just as bad.

[UTDD 362]

Manchin and Flake will never be the deciding vote.  It's really all down to Murkowski and Collins.  

[High Plains Drifter 10,970]

28 minutes ago, EMAWesome said:

I hope it never happens but if I am ever put in a position where my only two options are being gang raped or being gang grandstanded by Democrat Senators I will take the rape.  It will be over sooner and my ears won't hurt as much.

Hahaha, rape jokes are so hilarious!!

[Hugo Stiglitz 23,356]

I am SHOCKED Rand Paul isn’t on the fence.  He never misses opportunities like this.

[Nice Guy Eddie 13,391]

Just now, Hugo Stiglitz said:

I am SHOCKED Rand Paul isn’t on the fence.  He never misses opportunities like this.

true.  We usually get a quote that he needs some soul searching before making a decision that everyone knows he's going to make.

[Mack Tripper 693]

[WhatTheBuck 28,700]

7 minutes ago, RDCanecutter said:

Prison commissary is stocked with donuts. Your laws hold no terror for me.

I call b.s.  No way the cops ever let those donuts get by them.

[JimmyHoffa 1,188]

10 minutes ago, kevwun said:

Yeah, that is just smart politics.  If their votes don't matter, you let them vote how they need to.  That's how it's worked for a very long time.

 

Truf, that's how all the backroom deals in DC work. "I will give you my vote if you have XYZ's vote to get the result your looking for"