McCarthy isn't focusing on morality — just legislative arithmetic. (via MaddowBlog)
Given the severity of the charges,, and the number of pending investigations, those pushing for Santos’ resignation — or possible expulsion — are standing on a strong foundation.
But that’s what makes the evolution in the Republican Party’s standards all the more important. As we’ve, after the GOP reclaimed the House majority in the 2010 midterm elections, party leaders announced a “zero-tolerance policy” for members caught up in embarrassing controversies that reflected poorly on the institution.
The congressman got caught in an ugly mess — not a criminal matter, but a personal scandal — and that was enough for Republicans to call for his resignation. It’d be great if Republicans simply came right out and admitted what already appears true: When Lee and McAllister ran into trouble, the GOP majorities were large enough that the party had the luxury of being principled. Republicans could lose Lee and McAllister, and it wouldn’t have made much of a difference to the party’s ability to pass bills.
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