cutting ones own nose off to spite their face, seems to be a common tactic around here.

Charpie said:

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What is the uniparty thing I see pop up here and there?

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It's the thing that will bring about communism and a bloody civil war. Grab your popcorn and a rifle.

Waffledynamics said:

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Hubert J. Farnsworth said:

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Waffledynamics said:

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Charpie said:

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What is the uniparty thing I see pop up here and there?

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It's a lazy conspiracy theory that assumes all Republicans and Democrats are actually the same when convenient, and that differences between the parties are just theatrics. Throw the theory out when Republican politicians impotently yell about something for a cool soundbite, though.

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The classic "muh conspiracy". I guess the Mitt Romney's and John McCain's of the world that would rather work with democrats than conservatives in their own party is just a conspiracy.

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This just in: purple states exist, and politicians have to cater to a purple audience.

Also, sometimes there are red states with a blue senator, such as West Virginia, and that senator cannot go along with the Democrat party line all the time.

This "muh uniparty" idea is a lazy, ridiculous, overly simplified explanation of how things work.

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So...we're basically headed towards communism because there is no gate to hold back the leftist BS killing this country. Got it.

TTUArmy said:

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Charpie said:

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What is the uniparty thing I see pop up here and there?

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It's the thing that will bring about communism and a bloody civil war. Grab your popcorn and a rifle.

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What about my AR15?

Charpie said:

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TTUArmy said:

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Charpie said:

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What is the uniparty thing I see pop up here and there?

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It's the thing that will bring about communism and a bloody civil war. Grab your popcorn and a rifle.

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What about my AR15?

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I lost mine sometime ago.

OK.

Shoefly! said:

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Charpie said:

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TTUArmy said:

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Charpie said:

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What is the uniparty thing I see pop up here and there?

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It's the thing that will bring about communism and a bloody civil war. Grab your popcorn and a rifle.

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What about my AR15?

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I lost mine sometime ago.

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I think we all need to take some boating safety classes.

Waffledynamics said:

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Charpie said:

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What is the uniparty thing I see pop up here and there?

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It's a lazy conspiracy theory that assumes all Republicans and Democrats are actually the same when convenient, and that differences between the parties are just theatrics. Throw the theory out when Republican politicians impotently yell about something for a cool soundbite, though.

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It is absolutely not a conspiracy theory, at least for many in DC. Besides, how many "conspiracy theories" have been proven true in recent years?

I will share this story I have shared before... I was in DC for business a few years back. One morning on FOX, a D and R senator were on TV going at each other over a controversial topic. The vitriol between the two seemed so genuine it was almost palpable as they argued with each other. It was obvious they held great disdain for one another.

Fast forward to that evening, we are having dinner at the Capitol Grille. Halfway through dinner, we hear some laughing and cutting up from a table in the corner. I look over, and who do I see? Those very two same Senators, toasting, laughing, smiling, enjoying their taxpayer-paid expensive steak dinner, having a grand ol' time.

That was the moment I realized that for many of the swamp creatures in DC, they are simply 2 sides of the same coin, who put on a great show for the people, while they live high on the hog off the blood, sweat and tears of those they claim to "represent".

IB4 cool story bro...

Artorias said:

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Waffledynamics said:

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Charpie said:

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What is the uniparty thing I see pop up here and there?

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It's a lazy conspiracy theory that assumes all Republicans and Democrats are actually the same when convenient, and that differences between the parties are just theatrics. Throw the theory out when Republican politicians impotently yell about something for a cool soundbite, though.

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It is absolutely not a conspiracy theory, at least for many in DC. Besides, how many "conspiracy theories" have been proven true in recent years?

I will share this story I have shared before... I was in DC for business a few years back. One morning on FOX, a D and R senator were on TV going at each other over a controversial topic. The vitriol between the two seemed so genuine it was almost palpable as they argued with each other. It was obvious they held great disdain for one another.

Fast forward to that evening, we are having dinner at the Capitol Grille. Halfway through dinner, we hear some laughing and cutting up from a table in the corner. I look over, and who do I see? Those very two same Senators, toasting, laughing, smiling, enjoying their taxpayer-paid expensive steak dinner, having a grand ol' time.

That was the moment I realized that for many of the swamp creatures in DC, they are simply 2 sides of the same coin, who put on a great show for the people, while they live high on the hog off the blood, sweat and tears of those they claim to "represent".

IB4 cool story bro...

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This isn't that surprising though, partly because I'm sure they were doing what the networks wanted them to do for ratings. But I also read constantly about how there plenty of people at the highest levels of government who disagree on policy but still maintain personal relationships outside of "work." The Supreme Court is a great example of this, where justices can disagree completely on policy but still respect the individual. Which in my opinion is a good thing, but I understand not everyone thinks that way (especially not recently). Doesn't make it some grand conspiracy, just that they know how to keep work separate.

J. Walter Weatherman said:

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Artorias said:

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Waffledynamics said:

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Charpie said:

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What is the uniparty thing I see pop up here and there?

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It's a lazy conspiracy theory that assumes all Republicans and Democrats are actually the same when convenient, and that differences between the parties are just theatrics. Throw the theory out when Republican politicians impotently yell about something for a cool soundbite, though.

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It is absolutely not a conspiracy theory, at least for many in DC. Besides, how many "conspiracy theories" have been proven true in recent years?

I will share this story I have shared before... I was in DC for business a few years back. One morning on FOX, a D and R senator were on TV going at each other over a controversial topic. The vitriol between the two seemed so genuine it was almost palpable as they argued with each other. It was obvious they held great disdain for one another.

Fast forward to that evening, we are having dinner at the Capitol Grille. Halfway through dinner, we hear some laughing and cutting up from a table in the corner. I look over, and who do I see? Those very two same Senators, toasting, laughing, smiling, enjoying their taxpayer-paid expensive steak dinner, having a grand ol' time.

That was the moment I realized that for many of the swamp creatures in DC, they are simply 2 sides of the same coin, who put on a great show for the people, while they live high on the hog off the blood, sweat and tears of those they claim to "represent".

IB4 cool story bro...

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This isn't that surprising though, partly because I'm sure they were doing what the networks wanted them to do for ratings. But I also read constantly about how there plenty of people at the highest levels of government who disagree on policy but still maintain personal relationships outside of "work." The Supreme Court is a great example of this, where justices can disagree completely on policy but still respect the individual. Which in my opinion is a good thing, but I understand not everyone thinks that way (especially not recently). Doesn't make it some grand conspiracy, just that they know how to keep work separate.

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What was being displayed on TV that morning was not simply a "disagreement on policy", or at least that was not the theatrics on display. Their performances were intended to communicate genuine disdain for each other.

The Senate is a small club, public political arguments, private friendships. I have several democrat friends, we rarely argue politics.

The GOP is full of morons. When they have control its just infighting, posturing, or quitting. When Dems are in control they circle the wagons.

Artorias said:

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J. Walter Weatherman said:

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Artorias said:

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Waffledynamics said:

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Charpie said:

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What is the uniparty thing I see pop up here and there?

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It's a lazy conspiracy theory that assumes all Republicans and Democrats are actually the same when convenient, and that differences between the parties are just theatrics. Throw the theory out when Republican politicians impotently yell about something for a cool soundbite, though.

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It is absolutely not a conspiracy theory, at least for many in DC. Besides, how many "conspiracy theories" have been proven true in recent years?

I will share this story I have shared before... I was in DC for business a few years back. One morning on FOX, a D and R senator were on TV going at each other over a controversial topic. The vitriol between the two seemed so genuine it was almost palpable as they argued with each other. It was obvious they held great disdain for one another.

Fast forward to that evening, we are having dinner at the Capitol Grille. Halfway through dinner, we hear some laughing and cutting up from a table in the corner. I look over, and who do I see? Those very two same Senators, toasting, laughing, smiling, enjoying their taxpayer-paid expensive steak dinner, having a grand ol' time.

That was the moment I realized that for many of the swamp creatures in DC, they are simply 2 sides of the same coin, who put on a great show for the people, while they live high on the hog off the blood, sweat and tears of those they claim to "represent".

IB4 cool story bro...

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This isn't that surprising though, partly because I'm sure they were doing what the networks wanted them to do for ratings. But I also read constantly about how there plenty of people at the highest levels of government who disagree on policy but still maintain personal relationships outside of "work." The Supreme Court is a great example of this, where justices can disagree completely on policy but still respect the individual. Which in my opinion is a good thing, but I understand not everyone thinks that way (especially not recently). Doesn't make it some grand conspiracy, just that they know how to keep work separate.

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What was being displayed on TV that morning was not simply a "disagreement on policy", or at least that was not the theatrics on display. Their performances were intended to communicate genuine disdain for each other.

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This is funny. My niece works on the Hill. She says that MTG and Boebert turn on the theatrics when cameras around, as does AOC.

Charpie said:

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Artorias said:

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J. Walter Weatherman said:

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Artorias said:

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Waffledynamics said:

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Charpie said:

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What is the uniparty thing I see pop up here and there?

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It's a lazy conspiracy theory that assumes all Republicans and Democrats are actually the same when convenient, and that differences between the parties are just theatrics. Throw the theory out when Republican politicians impotently yell about something for a cool soundbite, though.

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It is absolutely not a conspiracy theory, at least for many in DC. Besides, how many "conspiracy theories" have been proven true in recent years?

I will share this story I have shared before... I was in DC for business a few years back. One morning on FOX, a D and R senator were on TV going at each other over a controversial topic. The vitriol between the two seemed so genuine it was almost palpable as they argued with each other. It was obvious they held great disdain for one another.

Fast forward to that evening, we are having dinner at the Capitol Grille. Halfway through dinner, we hear some laughing and cutting up from a table in the corner. I look over, and who do I see? Those very two same Senators, toasting, laughing, smiling, enjoying their taxpayer-paid expensive steak dinner, having a grand ol' time.

That was the moment I realized that for many of the swamp creatures in DC, they are simply 2 sides of the same coin, who put on a great show for the people, while they live high on the hog off the blood, sweat and tears of those they claim to "represent".

IB4 cool story bro...

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This isn't that surprising though, partly because I'm sure they were doing what the networks wanted them to do for ratings. But I also read constantly about how there plenty of people at the highest levels of government who disagree on policy but still maintain personal relationships outside of "work." The Supreme Court is a great example of this, where justices can disagree completely on policy but still respect the individual. Which in my opinion is a good thing, but I understand not everyone thinks that way (especially not recently). Doesn't make it some grand conspiracy, just that they know how to keep work separate.

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What was being displayed on TV that morning was not simply a "disagreement on policy", or at least that was not the theatrics on display. Their performances were intended to communicate genuine disdain for each other.

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This is funny. My niece works on the Hill. She says that MTG and Boebert turn on the theatrics when cameras around, as does AOC.

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Not at all surprising. These politicians are nothing but actors playing a role. To me, that's whats meant by uniparty. In the end, they all run in the same DC party bubble and all are making bank on the backs of Amercians they are supposed to represent.

There's not a lower form of employment to me than a politician.

Artorias said:

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J. Walter Weatherman said:

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Artorias said:

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Waffledynamics said:

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Charpie said:

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What is the uniparty thing I see pop up here and there?

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It's a lazy conspiracy theory that assumes all Republicans and Democrats are actually the same when convenient, and that differences between the parties are just theatrics. Throw the theory out when Republican politicians impotently yell about something for a cool soundbite, though.

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It is absolutely not a conspiracy theory, at least for many in DC. Besides, how many "conspiracy theories" have been proven true in recent years?

I will share this story I have shared before... I was in DC for business a few years back. One morning on FOX, a D and R senator were on TV going at each other over a controversial topic. The vitriol between the two seemed so genuine it was almost palpable as they argued with each other. It was obvious they held great disdain for one another.

Fast forward to that evening, we are having dinner at the Capitol Grille. Halfway through dinner, we hear some laughing and cutting up from a table in the corner. I look over, and who do I see? Those very two same Senators, toasting, laughing, smiling, enjoying their taxpayer-paid expensive steak dinner, having a grand ol' time.

That was the moment I realized that for many of the swamp creatures in DC, they are simply 2 sides of the same coin, who put on a great show for the people, while they live high on the hog off the blood, sweat and tears of those they claim to "represent".

IB4 cool story bro...

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This isn't that surprising though, partly because I'm sure they were doing what the networks wanted them to do for ratings. But I also read constantly about how there plenty of people at the highest levels of government who disagree on policy but still maintain personal relationships outside of "work." The Supreme Court is a great example of this, where justices can disagree completely on policy but still respect the individual. Which in my opinion is a good thing, but I understand not everyone thinks that way (especially not recently). Doesn't make it some grand conspiracy, just that they know how to keep work separate.

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What was being displayed on TV that morning was not simply a "disagreement on policy", or at least that was not the theatrics on display. Their performances were intended to communicate genuine disdain for each other.

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I bolded the answer to your point. Ever seen First Take? Do you really think the hosts talk to each other like that off screen?

Waffledynamics said:

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Hubert J. Farnsworth said:

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Waffledynamics said:

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Charpie said:

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What is the uniparty thing I see pop up here and there?

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It's a lazy conspiracy theory that assumes all Republicans and Democrats are actually the same when convenient, and that differences between the parties are just theatrics. Throw the theory out when Republican politicians impotently yell about something for a cool soundbite, though.

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The classic "muh conspiracy". I guess the Mitt Romney's and John McCain's of the world that would rather work with democrats than conservatives in their own party is just a conspiracy.

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This just in: purple states exist, and politicians have to cater to a purple audience.

Also, sometimes there are red states with a blue senator, such as West Virginia, and that senator cannot go along with the Democrat party line all the time.

This "muh uniparty" idea is a lazy, ridiculous, overly simplified explanation of how things work.

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All of which has nothing to do with Buck or most House members

Now do McCain... and Romney... and Murkowski ... and McConnell most of the time Do Cheney in the House. They are biotches not because the politics of their states, but because of the politics of their bank accounts and the politics of the cool kid clubs they crave. They are as much a problem for this country as Schumer.

No one says all the Repubs are Uniparty, but enough are beholden to the Establishment that they see little of importance gets doe, and the party gets rolled everytime it's nut cutting time.

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As for the uniparty tag, you liberals love the bipartisan republicans. Which is something democrats never follow. Double standard.

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You assume everyone that disagrees with you is a liberal. I'm far from it, but I also don't fit neatly into anyone's desired monolith. Nobody does that, in fact.

The point I'm trying to make is that throwing up your hands and saying "that RINO is part of a liberal uniparty!!!!" when they do something that isn't stand there and yell at the Democrats or wave a magic wand and get something conservative done with only a narrow majority in one hall of power is unreasonable.

I would love to see the GOP do more and succeed, but that's not in the cards right now, and they're damned if they do and damned if they don't.

J. Walter Weatherman said:

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Artorias said:

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J. Walter Weatherman said:

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Artorias said:

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Waffledynamics said:

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Charpie said:

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What is the uniparty thing I see pop up here and there?

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It's a lazy conspiracy theory that assumes all Republicans and Democrats are actually the same when convenient, and that differences between the parties are just theatrics. Throw the theory out when Republican politicians impotently yell about something for a cool soundbite, though.

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It is absolutely not a conspiracy theory, at least for many in DC. Besides, how many "conspiracy theories" have been proven true in recent years?

I will share this story I have shared before... I was in DC for business a few years back. One morning on FOX, a D and R senator were on TV going at each other over a controversial topic. The vitriol between the two seemed so genuine it was almost palpable as they argued with each other. It was obvious they held great disdain for one another.

Fast forward to that evening, we are having dinner at the Capitol Grille. Halfway through dinner, we hear some laughing and cutting up from a table in the corner. I look over, and who do I see? Those very two same Senators, toasting, laughing, smiling, enjoying their taxpayer-paid expensive steak dinner, having a grand ol' time.

That was the moment I realized that for many of the swamp creatures in DC, they are simply 2 sides of the same coin, who put on a great show for the people, while they live high on the hog off the blood, sweat and tears of those they claim to "represent".

IB4 cool story bro...

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This isn't that surprising though, partly because I'm sure they were doing what the networks wanted them to do for ratings. But I also read constantly about how there plenty of people at the highest levels of government who disagree on policy but still maintain personal relationships outside of "work." The Supreme Court is a great example of this, where justices can disagree completely on policy but still respect the individual. Which in my opinion is a good thing, but I understand not everyone thinks that way (especially not recently). Doesn't make it some grand conspiracy, just that they know how to keep work separate.

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What was being displayed on TV that morning was not simply a "disagreement on policy", or at least that was not the theatrics on display. Their performances were intended to communicate genuine disdain for each other.

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I bolded the answer to your point. Ever seen First Take? Do you really think the hosts talk to each other like that off screen?

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That is my point. It is all political theatre.