Feinstein's Letter about Kavanaugh.

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I can pretty much check off the years from 13-17 years old as "That was really Stupid."

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https://twitchy.com/samj-3930/2018/09/24/holy-sht-did-ronan-farrow-really-just-throw-senate-dems-under-the-bus-about-ramirez/



THE Money Quote on the whole sordid mess:

Before democrats get all high and mighty, it should be pointed out that they aren’t looking for justice for women, they are looking for political ammunition against a guy they don’t like.

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But wait, there's more.  Dr. Ford didn't send the letter to Feinstein, she sent it to Rep. Eshoo, who has zero jurisdiction in the confirmation of Kavanaugh.

But why ??

https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/18/1001

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this section, whoever, in any matter within the jurisdiction of the executive, legislative, or judicial branch of the Government of the United States, knowingly and willfully—
(1) falsifies, conceals, or covers up by any trick, scheme, or device a material fact;
(2) makes any materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or representation; or
(3) makes or uses any false writing or document knowing the same to contain any materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or entry;
shall be fined under this title, imprisoned not more than 5 years or, if the offense involves international or domestic terrorism (as defined in section 2331), imprisoned not more than 8 years, or both. If the matter relates to an offense under chapter 109A, 109B, 110, or 117, or section 1591, then the term of imprisonment imposed under this section shall be not more than 8 years.
(b) Subsection (a) does not apply to a party to a judicial proceeding, or that party’s counsel, for statements, representations, writings or documents submitted by such party or counsel to a judge or magistrate in that proceeding.
(c) With respect to any matter within the jurisdiction of the legislative branch, subsection (a) shall apply only to—
(1) administrative matters, including a claim for payment, a matter related to the procurement of property or services, personnel or employment practices, or support services, or a document required by law, rule, or regulation to be submitted to the Congress or any office or officer within the legislative branch; or
(2) any investigation or review, conducted pursuant to the authority of any committee, subcommittee, commission or office of the Congress, consistent with applicable rules of the House or Senate.

So since Rep. Eshoo is NOT part of the Senate Judiciary Committee, if the letter is a lie (which it more and more seems like it is), Dr. Ford can NOT be prosecuted for making a false statement....Now, how would she know that ??




https://twitchy.com/samj-3930/2018/09/23/is-this-why-dems-wont-hand-the-letter-over-even-the-way-ford-submitted-her-letter-to-feinstein-is-shady-af/

[Ben]

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On that one, for fairness sake, I might hold off on malice until there is more information. While Ford was obviously looking for a politician to talk to versus LE or other more relevant entities, I think our local congressional reps are the first politician most of us would think to go to regarding some grievance against the government. Though I'm not sure if Eshoo is Ford's rep or not.

[Perd Hapley]

Not being of the leftish persuasion, or a consumer of cable news, I can't tell if Avenatti is just going off on his own stupid tangent, or if "they" are sending him out as someone who has credibility with the low-info crowd. Maybe the allegations against Kavanaugh, weak as they may be, have prepped those people to believe something as outlandish as what Avenatti is suggesting.

Either way, props to Avenatti for finding evidence the FBI never found in any of their previous background investigations!

[DittoHead]

Either way, props to Avenatti for finding evidence the FBI never found in any of their previous background investigations!

I'm getting really sick of seeing that guy's face. He manages to attach himself to every news story of the week. 

[Cliffh]

I tried sending email to Cornyn & Grassley.  Seems as if Senate.Gov is down for maintenance.

Refreshed both pages a few minutes later, Cornyn's was up, Grassley's was still showing as down for maintenance.

This BS has to be stopped - now.  The Dem's have been getting away with destroying people's lives for too long, and they're trying to do it with less and less substantial allegations.

Vote for Kavanaugh now.  Let the "ladies" testify when they finally decide to.  If it turns out Kavanaugh did something illegal, work it out then.  Personally, I doubt there is any substantial evidence to their claims.

[RocketMan]

Re: Avenatti

I'm getting really sick of seeing that guy's face. He manages to attach himself to every news story of the week. 

Ain't that the truth.  Makes you wonder if Avenatti and "Camera" Hogg are reading the same playbook.

[Perd Hapley]

The two women who came forward were careful not to allege legitimate rape (see what I did there?). That way, it's easier for them to explain why they never reported it at the time. Then Avenatti comes in with the gang-rape thing. Oh, and Daily Wire has a list of the questions he supposedly wants to ask Kavenaugh. Here's the last one:

     6. Did you even object or attempt to prevent one or more men from participating in the rape, or taking advantage, of a woman at any house party?

Cute.

[makattak]

I'm getting really sick of seeing that guy's face. He manages to attach himself to every news story of the week. 

That's the advantage of never watching the news. I've seen a few pictures, but I have honestly no idea what Creepy Porn Lawyer's face looks like.

[Perd Hapley]

Indeed. I mean, the Avenatti claim is now "gang rape". This is getting into bizarro Kafka territory.

[Cliffh]

Depends on your definition of "gang rape":

Two different guys on two consecutive days touched me on the shoulder!!  Gang Rape!!!!

[Perd Hapley]

Depends on your definition of "gang rape":

Two different guys on two consecutive days touched me on the shoulder!!  Gang Rape!!!!

And Brett Kavenaugh did nothing to stop it.

[Hawkmoon]

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On that one, for fairness sake, I might hold off on malice until there is more information. While Ford was obviously looking for a politician to talk to versus LE or other more relevant entities, I think our local congressional reps are the first politician most of us would think to go to regarding some grievance against the government. Though I'm not sure if Eshoo is Ford's rep or not.

I disagree. Ford isn't your average, Spanish-only illegal alien who doesn't understand (or claims not to) how our system of government works. She's a native-born American citizen with a post-graduate degree. Ever since the Bork debacle, and then Thomas, Americans have had plenty of opportunity and reason to know that the Senate confirms Supreme Court nominations, not the House. If I have a concern that falls under Senate jurisdiction, my congressional representative is not the first person I think of contacting. She's also not the last -- if it's something that concerns the Senate, I have a very short list of names to contact. There are only two names on it ...

[Scout26]

I'm getting really sick of seeing that guy's face. He manages to attach himself to every news story of the week. 

He's running for President.  He has to do something to keep his name in the news....Like Hillary does...

[RocketMan]

Kavanaugh sent a very strongly worded letter to the Senate leadership today saying he would not be intimidated into withdrawing his nomination.  This makes me wonder if the leadership has been privately sounding him out about withdrawing.

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Kavanaugh sent a very strongly worded letter to the Senate leadership today saying he would not be intimidated into withdrawing his nomination.  This makes me wonder if the leadership has been privately sounding him out about withdrawing.

He's letting everyone know that he didn't do it.  If he did he'd withdrawal and say he was the victim of a unprovable accusations and wants to spare his family...blah, blah, blah.

He intends to stand and fight.  And I just hope that he remembers this when he up on the USSC.   I thought he was pretty squishy, Kennedy-esqe, and would lean liberal.  This horsepoop should make him lean to the right of Thomas and Scalia.

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Orrin Hatch has had enough.

https://twitchy.com/samj-3930/2018/09/24/it-is-so-on-orrin-hatch-shreds-senate-dems-for-demeaning-senate-and-scotus-with-partisan-games-in-brutal-thread/

[RocketMan]

Sen. Flake (R) AZ has stated he intends to vote "present" at the confirmation vote, should it actually be held.

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Laura Ingraham points out that what the D's do (Biden rule, Reid and the Filibuster) come back to bite them in the ass.

https://twitchy.com/samj-3930/2018/09/24/savage-laura-ingraham-just-turned-the-tables-on-senate-dems-smearing-kavanaugh-and-they-so-had-it-coming/

While the official R's are to highbrow and high-minded to go digging into the D's past.  You can bet that there are some people digging into many Senate D's background right now.  (Plus they will be digging into any future D nominees, should that ever come to pass).   

Oh, and this fight sure has energized the Trump base.  You can bet they will be out to vote in November...That Blue Wave may be in serious trouble.

[Kingcreek]

I sent an email to senator grassley urging him to close the hearings and immediately vote to confirm.
I also told him he would be my hero forever if he appears for the hearings Thursday in a vintage circus ringman's uniform with a whip in one hand.

[just Warren]

All of this over someone I consider to be a thoroughly middle-of-the-road swamp-adjacent good-on-somethings-but-horrible-on-other-things candidate.

I would not care if he pulled out for some other reason as there is a near-endless list of these guys and gals that can be appointed but I find myself actually supporting him because I cannot stomach the left winning this battle.

[Ben]

You can bet that there are some people digging into many Senate D's background right now.  (Plus they will be digging into any future D nominees, should that ever come to pass).  

Oh, and this fight sure has energized the Trump base.  You can bet they will be out to vote in November...That Blue Wave may be in serious trouble.

As a US citizen and taxpayer, I DEMAND that the FBI initiate an immediate investigation of all dem senators and congressional reps. I demand that specifically, their college years are thoroughly investigated, leaving no stone unturned and with full consideration of all hearsay statements.  I especially demand that all spring break activities are thoroughly investigated, and all witnesses, especially inebriated witnesses, are taken seriously.

[Pb]

Once Kavanaugh is appointed, this mess should "improve" his decisions, at least!   

[Ron]

All of this over someone I consider to be a thoroughly middle-of-the-road swamp-adjacent good-on-somethings-but-horrible-on-other-things candidate.

I would not care if he pulled out for some other reason as there is a near-endless list of these guys and gals that can be appointed but I find myself actually supporting him because I cannot stomach the left winning this battle.

Yep, we’ve been maneuvered into supporting a judge who is from the Bush end of the swamp.

Nonetheless, he should be confirmed on schedule.