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This is probably a correct assumption, plus it also keeps it relevant. More of his supporters/underlings going to jail and it keeps the heat on. It drew it out for how long and now the nation is ramping up for another election and Trump’s indictments start flying in.
They are also worried about setting dangerous precedents in the process of closing these loopholes we didn't think needed closing (like the largely ceremonial congressional ratification of votes on Jan 6,or the peaceful transition of power in general) and dismantling an enterprise whose director continually aims to obstruct a good faith process to the bitter end (Trump's attacks on legislative and judicial branches, specifically DOJ and it's bureaus).
Also, he's not exactly "free.". That being said, it is truly infuriating, and detrimental to all of us, consciously and subconsciously. It's like Republicans are living out the ending of "Requiem for a Dream."
The indictments have boosted Trump's popularity though.
Is there any evidence that Trump has gained fans because of this? I cannot fathom how that could work.
"gained fans" is problematic because it's subjective, but it's being widely reported that his polling has improved with the indictments. This is the first hit in search with some details but there are many articles like it.
Briefly, the narrative that it's a politically motivated witch hunt is resonating with voters.
If the trump era taught me only a couple things, one of them is that polls aren't really very useful.
Yeah I don't doubt there are some folks who now are more motivated to vote for trump.. however that really exceeds the number who turned away from him?
What other criminal in history survives literally infinite evidence against them, and not just with their existing supporters, but also that evidence actively somehow turns NEW people in their favor? AND those new people outnumber the people who finally realize the truth??I just had a literal nightmare and this scenario feels right at home in the fucked world my mind conjured.
Yeah, but also remember that if there is one thing history taught us, it is that a non popular voted president can win still. Many of us were in disbelief when it happened with this guy.
Also, don’t underestimate the fact that people may disagree with Trump, but they only have to disagree/hate Biden more in order to vote for this guy.
So yes, I do agree that his polls may be increasing or rather, I never underestimate that they could be.
All fair points. I'm not resting on my laurels though. I'm just against the idea that we should be timid about prosecuting the motherfucker because of polls
IDK about this. We've certainly learned that polls are poor predictors of election outcomes, but can they at least reveal trends like "approval is increasing/decreasing" ? IDK.
Maybe, but it's hard not to feel really cynical about any positive change a poll seems to indicate.
That's definitely a good point.
I watch a lot of automotive content on YouTube, and it’s been interesting seeing right wing ads evolve (and yes, the fact that I like cars means they think I’m conservative bums me out, I also subscribe to bicycle stuff and climatetown, but whatever).
There’s a new one that is basically “Trump will lose to Biden again. Vote for anyone but him in the primary.” Kinda warmed my heart a bit.