Mar 22, 2022·edited Mar 22, 2022Liked by Robert B. Hubbell
Robert, Thank you for the bit regarding Missouri Senate candidate Eric Greitens. Until now, Missouri hadn’t been on my screen as for Senate races worth following. On a lesser matter, retiring Senator Richard Burr represents North Carolina. The retiring Senator Roy Blunt represents Missouri.
I feel fortunate for the opportunity to read a column so focused on the idea of and the importance of decency (and the danger of the lack of it) in the selection of a Supreme Court Justice, in the conduct of war, and in our domestic politics.
“We are fortunate to live in a time and place where someone with the talent, grace, and humanity of Ketanji Brown Jackson can be nominated to the Supreme Court. That makes me feel confident about the future of our nation. I hope it makes you feel that way, too.”
Me, too, and I’m from the state that has given this nation Josh Hawley and Eric Greitens. There is hope for us even here in Missouri.
Mar 22, 2022·edited Mar 22, 2022Liked by Robert B. Hubbell
How to "out-organize, out-fundraise, and out-recruit" Republicans:
Every one of us can find a way to step up for democracy over authoritarianism. Get a shot of energy and inspiration from the dynamic folks in this video of The Union Town Hall. Joe Trippi and the Lincoln Project have launched a matchmaker for individuals and progressive grassroots organizations. Something for everyone--check it out!
I wouldn't vote for Josh Hawley for my local garbage collector. In the past 4 years, he has consistently chosen to place himself on the side of racists and misogynists. He has revealed his true colors. I hope that there are enough Missourians out there who are turned off / repelled / appalled by his statements and fist raisings to turn him out at their next opportunity.
Today's edition is a confidence builder. With Jackson on the Supreme Court, despite the machinations of evil political players like McConnell and Josh Hawley trying to prevent that from happening, maybe we really can save our country from the Republican assault on the Constitution. Your take on the matter is a real morale booster. Thanks!
As I watched the opening of the Senate confirmation hearings for Judge Jackson and listened to the Republican Senators on the Judicial Committee speak I thought to myself that Senators Grassley, Graham and Hawley and others represent the worst of the character and hypocrisy of the Republican Party. I hope that many voters like me are just sick and tired of the soap opera and are ready to move on. As we watch the leadership and unity of the Ukrainian people fighting for their lives and freedom the childish behavior and actions of the Republican Party pale in comparison to the courage of the Ukrainian’s and clearly highlight that Republicans should not be running our government.
Thank you for today’s letter and its most important message regarding the confirmation and qualifications of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. It is long past time to have the perspectives from her life story and experience as a public defender incorporated in the judicial philosophy and decisions of our highest judicial authority.
Robert, Loved your quibble! Cold and depraved. Sure sounds like the Grimm Reaper to me.
Looking forward to having KBJ on the bench, a fierce proponent of the Constitution and the rule of law...wow, what a concept!
Robert, Thank you for the bit regarding Missouri Senate candidate Eric Greitens. Until now, Missouri hadn’t been on my screen as for Senate races worth following. On a lesser matter, retiring Senator Richard Burr represents North Carolina. The retiring Senator Roy Blunt represents Missouri.
I feel fortunate for the opportunity to read a column so focused on the idea of and the importance of decency (and the danger of the lack of it) in the selection of a Supreme Court Justice, in the conduct of war, and in our domestic politics.
“We are fortunate to live in a time and place where someone with the talent, grace, and humanity of Ketanji Brown Jackson can be nominated to the Supreme Court. That makes me feel confident about the future of our nation. I hope it makes you feel that way, too.”
Me, too, and I’m from the state that has given this nation Josh Hawley and Eric Greitens. There is hope for us even here in Missouri.
How to "out-organize, out-fundraise, and out-recruit" Republicans:
Every one of us can find a way to step up for democracy over authoritarianism. Get a shot of energy and inspiration from the dynamic folks in this video of The Union Town Hall. Joe Trippi and the Lincoln Project have launched a matchmaker for individuals and progressive grassroots organizations. Something for everyone--check it out!
https://twitter.com/JoinTheUnionUS/status/1506043665059233792?s=20&t=BgdrGLMZwEPJGnb02sIuTw
I wouldn't vote for Josh Hawley for my local garbage collector. In the past 4 years, he has consistently chosen to place himself on the side of racists and misogynists. He has revealed his true colors. I hope that there are enough Missourians out there who are turned off / repelled / appalled by his statements and fist raisings to turn him out at their next opportunity.
Today's edition is a confidence builder. With Jackson on the Supreme Court, despite the machinations of evil political players like McConnell and Josh Hawley trying to prevent that from happening, maybe we really can save our country from the Republican assault on the Constitution. Your take on the matter is a real morale booster. Thanks!
As I watched the opening of the Senate confirmation hearings for Judge Jackson and listened to the Republican Senators on the Judicial Committee speak I thought to myself that Senators Grassley, Graham and Hawley and others represent the worst of the character and hypocrisy of the Republican Party. I hope that many voters like me are just sick and tired of the soap opera and are ready to move on. As we watch the leadership and unity of the Ukrainian people fighting for their lives and freedom the childish behavior and actions of the Republican Party pale in comparison to the courage of the Ukrainian’s and clearly highlight that Republicans should not be running our government.
Important to note: A report on NPR said that Judge Jackson’s sentencing “shortfalls “ were the accepted requests from PROSECUTORS.
This column is right on. Keep it coming.
Also your links are outstanding.
Ketanji Brown Jackson exudes judicial temperament. We are so fortunate.
Another informative and well documented article. Thank you for your good work!
Thank you Robert for putting things into perspective.
Thank you for today’s letter and its most important message regarding the confirmation and qualifications of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. It is long past time to have the perspectives from her life story and experience as a public defender incorporated in the judicial philosophy and decisions of our highest judicial authority.
Minor correction: James Eastland was from Mississippi. The two Democrats representing Missouri at the time both voted to confirm Judge Motley.