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hlthe2b

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6. I get the continued anger at Cassidy, but, fellow DUers--who the hell do you think will replace him?
Sun May 17, 2026, 06:03 AM
Yesterday

Apparently the Dem is not likely to pose any major opposition (at least as far as I have been told). A far more virulent MAGA for at least six years in the Senate! Is that worth celebrating? (Not to mention the signal it sends to other wavering R's that want to oppose Trump).

Cassidy was a fool to bend to Trump and certainly to enable the likes of RFK Jr. But, he was inherently more intelligent and willing to call out the excesses--albeit not sufficient to effect change. So, he was weak, (but far stronger than his R colleagues). But, for those castigating and celebrating his loss--it is a damned WIN for Trump. f there was a Dem opponent with a chance, I'd be more optimistic for positive change. But, given the situation, is that REALLY what you want to be celebrating?

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