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63. IF there are midterm elections. What if they get cancelled for "national security" reasons?

Reply to mzmolly (Reply #44)

Fri May 2, 2025, 06:01 PM

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I guess that would bring out the protesters.

Or maybe not if they feel intimidated by a bold action.

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Send this info to the media. If you don't think NYT would report it, Ocelot II Tuesday #1

Propublica! Can report anonymously! SheltieLover Tuesday #5

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Examples of this tactic have been in the media WhiskeyGrinder Tuesday #2

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Was his lawyer able to help him at all. I would like to think the lawyer would be better versed Fla Dem Tuesday #17

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I know, my dear, just commenting that it may not be soon enough TBF Friday #61

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IF there are midterm elections. What if they get cancelled for "national security" reasons? wnylib Friday #63

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