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How often does one get to thank underpants?
On DU, daily!
Repub senators having to hide in the shadows instead of giving speeches disguised as questions means they aren't getting footage they can use in personal promos and reelection commercials.
As for the prosecutor, a number of colleagues have pointed out that investigation is always done first, and prosecutors then have the findings not just to work with but to decide if they should proceed at all. She's flying blind on wings of political purpose, and her colleagues have scant sympathy for her because they consider this highly unethical.
Grrr! 
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Ford, "I grew up here so I asked family and friends here."
Ford's lawyer, "We are both doing this pro-bono."
She’s kind to them. There’s not an ounce of malice nor accusation of it in her.
It’s remarkable.
"You are NOT on trial!"
making points to shape the story that need to be made. Such as reminding the nation that this is not a court and she is a citizen performing a difficult civic duty and that she has been betrayed by the Republicans' refusal to investigate and subpoena witnesses.
How do you feel after being victimized all over again by these scurrilous Republicans?
"I just wish I could be more helpful."
her back to the speeding-up rat-tat-tat from the prosecutor.
And America's had all the sweet moments needed to get the right impression. Too many risk turning into an OD -- and of course always risk a slip. Not because she's dishonest, just because something could finally happen that they could get their hands on and twist into something more than it is.
Think about it. And remember these are pros, and you are not.
Btw, I read that Kavanaugh, choir boy that he's always been, considers always being humble a very important principle. Even keeps a reminder close by. 
The prosecutor just said "We're almost done," and Dr. Ford breathed a grateful "Thank you."
the panel is about to tear them to shreds.
Brian Williams: "Well, that was interesting. Like .... is anyone alleging she got in it for a free polygraph? ..."
I thought he was going to try to match Dr. Ford humble for humble.
This is a mistake!
OK
My God. This is 
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Ms. Mitchell whom Mr. McConnell referred to as the Republican senators "female assistant."
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After that came this from another Republican:
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They're both speaking the truth. The committee didn't include a woman so they hired a woman.
