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Imagine trying to explain democracy to someone who showed up at today's trial
Democracy dies in a well-lit room, but a vote of 53-47.
Imagine trying to explain democracy to someone who showed up at today’s trial with no knowledge of democracy except for Lincoln’s
quote about a “government of the people, by the people, for the people.” What they witnessed might raise a few questions. (Thread)
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Q. Is the judge inexperienced?
A. He’s the top judge in the country.
Q. Why doesn’t he have this thing under control?
A. Oh, well, he has no power. The Republican Senators are in charge.
Q. But they’re the ones saying there shouldn’t be any witnesses or documents.
A. Yes.
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It goes on.