Official Brett Kavanaugh Thread, Part 3

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Anonymous wrote:Exactly. No matter what you think about he assault allegations he demonstrated extreme partisanship, belief in conspiracy theories and an unhinged demeanor that do not suit a SC Justice.

Well, when you have one side calling you “evil” and stating that you will “destroy people,” it tends to have an effect on how you view them. He had every right to call out their games, their smears, their efforts to delay.

He was defending his reputation and his livelihood. I actually think he showed some restraint. I would have been a hell of a lot angrier had these false allegations been leveled at me.

Precisely. I saw controlled - and *justified*- anger. If my husband or son were accused of something that they flatly denied doing, I would fully understand their anger, frustration, and tears. Those PPs mocking Kavanaugh for becoming emotional obviously have no empathy whatsoever for someone trying to defend their honor while simultaneously being smeared in front of millions of people. Even if he is able to officially clear his name, his life will never be the same again. This is all that his kids will see on Google for the rest of their lives. Forget about all the great things he's done. He's being judged guilty in the court of public opinion. We might as well be back in Salem, 1692.

+1 and all part of a political game

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I think it's interesting that so many of you have compared our lives today to something out of "The Handmaid's Tale," when what's going on with the Kavanaugh hearing is like something out of 1984. It's like we've devolved into a society in which the accused actually has to prove his innocence, rather than being proven guilty. I am honestly frightened for all of us, if all it takes to claim someone is guilty is simply saying so. So much for due process.

So much this. This should have been done discreetly, as soon as the allegations were made.

If only the Republicans were running the committee! Oh wait, they were, and they could have picked a timeline that allowed for due process but didn’t.

If only the Democrats had MADE THE REPUBLICANS AWARE of the allegations over the summer instead of waiting until the eve of confirmation, *knowing* they could pull it out as a Hail Mary, if necessary. Wouldn't that have been nice if the Democrats had shared this information with the Republicans early on? But they didn't. I wonder why that is.

Oh no!! I can’t run my committee waaaaaaah and have no idea what’s going on. Bunch of big crybabies who can’t handle their jobs.

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Anonymous wrote:Exactly. No matter what you think about he assault allegations he demonstrated extreme partisanship, belief in conspiracy theories and an unhinged demeanor that do not suit a SC Justice.

Well, when you have one side calling you “evil” and stating that you will “destroy people,” it tends to have an effect on how you view them. He had every right to call out their games, their smears, their efforts to delay.

He was defending his reputation and his livelihood. I actually think he showed some restraint. I would have been a hell of a lot angrier had these false allegations been leveled at me.

Precisely. I saw controlled - and *justified*- anger. If my husband or son were accused of something that they flatly denied doing, I would fully understand their anger, frustration, and tears. Those PPs mocking Kavanaugh for becoming emotional obviously have no empathy whatsoever for someone trying to defend their honor while simultaneously being smeared in front of millions of people. Even if he is able to officially clear his name, his life will never be the same again. This is all that his kids will see on Google for the rest of their lives. Forget about all the great things he's done. He's being judged guilty in the court of public opinion. We might as well be back in Salem, 1692.

Oh my heavens, Salem? Not even close.

His crying and anger were not the problem. But as soon as he started ranting about conspiracies and giving evasive answers, he lost all credibility. If you think this man is a stand-up guy, you have partisan blinders one.

On, not one.

Obviously, the partisan blinders are on those of you who have insisted he's guilty, ever since the allegations first came to light, and with zero corroborating evidence. That's what partisans do. You refuse to consider the other side because you want to be right.

I do not have the information to say decisively that he is guilty of sexual assault and I did not say that, but he seemed squirrely. Regardless of that incident, the answers he gave yesterday clearly indicate he is unfit for a lifetime appointment to the Supreme Court.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I think it's interesting that so many of you have compared our lives today to something out of "The Handmaid's Tale," when what's going on with the Kavanaugh hearing is like something out of 1984. It's like we've devolved into a society in which the accused actually has to prove his innocence, rather than being proven guilty. I am honestly frightened for all of us, if all it takes to claim someone is guilty is simply saying so. So much for due process.

So much this. This should have been done discreetly, as soon as the allegations were made.

If only the Republicans were running the committee! Oh wait, they were, and they could have picked a timeline that allowed for due process but didn’t.

Huh? I don't believe Ford sent her letter to or called the office of any republican.

Again, also addressed in the hearing. Just listen to it, I think you will find the answers you seek.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I think it's interesting that so many of you have compared our lives today to something out of "The Handmaid's Tale," when what's going on with the Kavanaugh hearing is like something out of 1984. It's like we've devolved into a society in which the accused actually has to prove his innocence, rather than being proven guilty. I am honestly frightened for all of us, if all it takes to claim someone is guilty is simply saying so. So much for due process.

So much this. This should have been done discreetly, as soon as the allegations were made.

If only the Republicans were running the committee! Oh wait, they were, and they could have picked a timeline that allowed for due process but didn’t.

Ms. Feinstein sat on the letter. Consequently, the investigation couldn't begin sooner.

[Anonymous]

Will the FBI investigation go into Ford's background and mental health issues? Can they question her therapists, physicians etc.?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think it's interesting that so many of you have compared our lives today to something out of "The Handmaid's Tale," when what's going on with the Kavanaugh hearing is like something out of 1984. It's like we've devolved into a society in which the accused actually has to prove his innocence, rather than being proven guilty. I am honestly frightened for all of us, if all it takes to claim someone is guilty is simply saying so. So much for due process.

So much this. This should have been done discreetly, as soon as the allegations were made.

If only the Republicans were running the committee! Oh wait, they were, and they could have picked a timeline that allowed for due process but didn’t.

If only the Democrats had MADE THE REPUBLICANS AWARE of the allegations over the summer instead of waiting until the eve of confirmation, *knowing* they could pull it out as a Hail Mary, if necessary. Wouldn't that have been nice if the Democrats had shared this information with the Republicans early on? But they didn't. I wonder why that is.

Why do you wonder? Dr. Ford answered that question - you know, when she was being questioned by a sex crimes prosecutor - in the hearing. Go listen to it.

But that would be paying attention to reality. Republicans and their supporters have a tenuous relationship with reality. It just doesn't support their way of thinking, so they avoid it and construct a fantasy world instead. They know if they say the same lies or half-truths over and over, they will become the Truth!!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I've read this thread off and on throughout the past two days, though obvously not all of it. I thought be may have had a drinking problem when he was younger, but now looking back at the hearing, I wouldn't be surprised if he's a highly functioning alcoholic. The two times he threw questions back at Senators was for Whitehouse and Klobacar. Neither were being reactionary and both were relating to alcohol consumption. He kept empasizing "just beer" too much for someone who has a healthy relationship with alcohol. And his wife looked pissed when he went on his tirades, it made me wonder if she has been on the receiving end.

Yep. EXACTLY this.

I know alcoholics like this. This is a problem.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Exactly. No matter what you think about he assault allegations he demonstrated extreme partisanship, belief in conspiracy theories and an unhinged demeanor that do not suit a SC Justice.

Well, when you have one side calling you “evil” and stating that you will “destroy people,” it tends to have an effect on how you view them. He had every right to call out their games, their smears, their efforts to delay.

He was defending his reputation and his livelihood. I actually think he showed some restraint. I would have been a hell of a lot angrier had these false allegations been leveled at me.

Precisely. I saw controlled - and *justified*- anger. If my husband or son were accused of something that they flatly denied doing, I would fully understand their anger, frustration, and tears. Those PPs mocking Kavanaugh for becoming emotional obviously have no empathy whatsoever for someone trying to defend their honor while simultaneously being smeared in front of millions of people. Even if he is able to officially clear his name, his life will never be the same again. This is all that his kids will see on Google for the rest of their lives. Forget about all the great things he's done. He's being judged guilty in the court of public opinion. We might as well be back in Salem, 1692.

+1 and all part of a political game

His complete refusal to have the FBI investigate makes it clear that he knew he would be in trouble if they investigated. Remember, he worked in the white house in the office that works with the fbi investigations! He knew he was taking a big gamble pushing this but he seriously thought that #metoo would not apply to him. He shouldn't have gambled his family this way. His family shouldn't suffer like this but he 100% made his bed here.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think it's interesting that so many of you have compared our lives today to something out of "The Handmaid's Tale," when what's going on with the Kavanaugh hearing is like something out of 1984. It's like we've devolved into a society in which the accused actually has to prove his innocence, rather than being proven guilty. I am honestly frightened for all of us, if all it takes to claim someone is guilty is simply saying so. So much for due process.

So much this. This should have been done discreetly, as soon as the allegations were made.

If only the Republicans were running the committee! Oh wait, they were, and they could have picked a timeline that allowed for due process but didn’t.

Huh? I don't believe Ford sent her letter to or called the office of any republican.

Again, also addressed in the hearing. Just listen to it, I think you will find the answers you seek.

Yeah, no. I listened and I'm not understanding what you are suggesting. Explain.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think it's interesting that so many of you have compared our lives today to something out of "The Handmaid's Tale," when what's going on with the Kavanaugh hearing is like something out of 1984. It's like we've devolved into a society in which the accused actually has to prove his innocence, rather than being proven guilty. I am honestly frightened for all of us, if all it takes to claim someone is guilty is simply saying so. So much for due process.

So much this. This should have been done discreetly, as soon as the allegations were made.

If only the Republicans were running the committee! Oh wait, they were, and they could have picked a timeline that allowed for due process but didn’t.

If only the Democrats had MADE THE REPUBLICANS AWARE of the allegations over the summer instead of waiting until the eve of confirmation, *knowing* they could pull it out as a Hail Mary, if necessary. Wouldn't that have been nice if the Democrats had shared this information with the Republicans early on? But they didn't. I wonder why that is.

You know why that is. Republicans would have spiked the allegations, swept them under the rug to muffle the victim. You know that, and you wanted that.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Will the FBI investigation go into Ford's background and mental health issues? Can they question her therapists, physicians etc.?

Probably not.

It will most likely go with something easier: like perjury.

But really: all they have to do is look at Mark Judge. Mark wrote books about this. His whole career is based on this debauchery.

If he supports Brett with the FBI: He will most likely destroy any future book deals.

If he corroborates with Ford's allegations (and is telling the truth) : he will most likely land a lucrative book deal and stay out of jail.

My god. He will make so much more money throwing his friend under the bus.

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Did you watch his 30+ hours of testimony 2 weeks ago?
Yesterday he was there defending his reputation, his integrity and his livelihood. He was facing people who had called him “evil” and a “danger to all.” He was facing people who had proudly and publicly said, “I believe her” before hearing any testimony. He had every right to be angry. He had every right to show his fury at these ridiculous charges.
And, no, he could not adequately defend himself without showing his outrage. Had he done that, you folks would still say, “Look... he really is guilty. An innocent man would have more anger.”
Face it - NOTHING he did would please you.

This. So much this.

I honestly cannot believe some people think he should have somehow handled himself better. The man is being acused of sexual assault. I expect him to be angry and show it.

He is not presiding over a court case. He is defending his reputation.

+1,000
He had been very calm and soft spoken during his interview with Martha Macallum (sp?), but that was several days before the other outrageous claims came out. By yesterday, I imagine it was all he could do to speak coherently without breaking down. I had to listen on the radio since I was driving, but was in tears listening to the anger and pain in his voice, trying to hold it together. I can’t even imagine what it must be like to be accused of things you didn’t do, and having no way to clear your name.

The man was accused of horrible things that he flatly denies. I don’t know who’s telling the truth here, but those of you who believe Ford without reservation, may I ask why? Every witness she has named has refuted her claim. Yes, even Mark Judge who did so in writing, under penalty of perjury. No one has corroborated her account. Why is it that you have such certainty that he did it? I don’t get this utter glee some of you have about ruining this man’s life - with zero evidence.

His rants betrayed his partisanship and hatred for fellow Americans who he will be asked to serve in the SCOTUS. His responsibility is NOT to the president or the GOP; it is to the Constitution. And that Constitution is as much as a "left" or Democratic Constitution as it is a "right" or Republican one. He was clearly unhinged as he threatened to take down the left. And over what?

There IS considerable evidence that at the very least, he demonstrated deep disregard for women in his life as a younger man. As a judge he has been noted to select women with a certain "look" - not based upon their talent, necessarily. A Devils Triangle is not a drinking game. Renate Alumnus is not a flattering comment. He belonged to a social group at Yale that reveled in disregard and sexual objectification of women. Yes, there are absolutely pieces of evidence that suggest Kavanaugh thinks little of women beyond their body parts.

He's a grown frat bro. Nothing more and totally unworthy of the seat he seems to think he's entitled to.

Sorry, but there has been zero evidence that he selected women with a certain "look" - that was all hearsay and innuendo. Did he select many female law clerks? Yes - TO HIS CREDIT. As for the ridiculous references to his yearbook, none of that absurdity has anything to do with the allegation and should not have even been brought up. What an embarrassment Sen. Whitehouse is. I don't blame Kavanaugh at all for being upset. I would be too if hammered with the kinds of questions we saw yesterday, that had ZERO to do with Ford's allegation. So pathetic.

Those "stupid" things had everything to do with Ford's allegation. He was accused of doing this reprehensible thing as a high school student. Looking at his yearbook entry is no different than him bringing his stupid calendars. Those yearbook entries speak to the kind of person he was at the time the alleged attack took place and represent his own way of representing himself at that time. He may have been "just a kid" but none of us believe the BS he was slinging about those yearbook entries. He presented himself as a hard partier in those entries. Why is this relevant? Because now he is flat out denying that he was that kind of partier or that he engaged in the kinds of exploits mentioned in that yearbook entry.

He's an entitled prick and a liar. All you PPs going on about his righteous rage are either suckers or just like the Republican senators that think your social agenda is worth putting a total asshole on the Court. Morally bankrupt every single one of you.

A) I'm a moderate - not a conservative.
B) If anyone is morally bankrupt here, it would be you, others who think like you, and the Democratic senators - all of whom claim he is guilty with no hard evidence or witness corroboration. You want him to be guilty, and so he is. YOU are the problem with this country. If all you have are some absurd yearbook entries (I'd sure hate for mine to become public record), then this is simply the most absurd witch hunt I've ever witnessed. You should all be deeply ashamed at the way in which you've treated an innocent man - because last I checked, we are ALL innocent until proven guilty. Even you.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think it's interesting that so many of you have compared our lives today to something out of "The Handmaid's Tale," when what's going on with the Kavanaugh hearing is like something out of 1984. It's like we've devolved into a society in which the accused actually has to prove his innocence, rather than being proven guilty. I am honestly frightened for all of us, if all it takes to claim someone is guilty is simply saying so. So much for due process.

So much this. This should have been done discreetly, as soon as the allegations were made.

If only the Republicans were running the committee! Oh wait, they were, and they could have picked a timeline that allowed for due process but didn’t.

If only the Democrats had MADE THE REPUBLICANS AWARE of the allegations over the summer instead of waiting until the eve of confirmation, *knowing* they could pull it out as a Hail Mary, if necessary. Wouldn't that have been nice if the Democrats had shared this information with the Republicans early on? But they didn't. I wonder why that is.

Why do you wonder? Dr. Ford answered that question - you know, when she was being questioned by a sex crimes prosecutor - in the hearing. Go listen to it.

But that would be paying attention to reality. Republicans and their supporters have a tenuous relationship with reality. It just doesn't support their way of thinking, so they avoid it and construct a fantasy world instead. They know if they say the same lies or half-truths over and over, they will become the Truth!!

You are right. Kavanaugh was doing that in the hearing. Insisting over and over that her own friend said the party didn't happen, her friend said she didn't know Brett Kavanaugh, Judge saying it didn't happen. None of those things are what they said. But he said it over and over and over again to make sure we got it.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I've read this thread off and on throughout the past two days, though obvously not all of it. I thought be may have had a drinking problem when he was younger, but now looking back at the hearing, I wouldn't be surprised if he's a highly functioning alcoholic. The two times he threw questions back at Senators was for Whitehouse and Klobacar. Neither were being reactionary and both were relating to alcohol consumption. He kept empasizing "just beer" too much for someone who has a healthy relationship with alcohol. And his wife looked pissed when he went on his tirades, it made me wonder if she has been on the receiving end.

Yep. EXACTLY this.

I know alcoholics like this. This is a problem.

Surely there's another accusation you can throw at him as well. Apparently, it's not enough to stop with attempted rape, rape, attempted murder, anger issues, lying, gambling, and alcoholism.