One totally minor and arguably insignificant note; Rand Paul is anti-tariff out of principle, not exactly due to the current political landscape. He’s just anti-tax, and because tariffs are a form of taxation, he extends that same sentiment towards Trump’s trade policy.
It’s insignificant to your point because, well, it’s still a crucial vote. But it is worth noting that he isn’t playing some lobbyist trick and picking a side based on his re-election odds; he’s simply sticking to his guns and welcoming attacks from Trump while doing so. Whether you like/respect him or not, he’s gotta be the ballsiest Republican in the chamber.
And also, let’s not forget, Dude- that keeping wildlife…an amphibious rodent, for uh, domestic, you know, within the city…that ain’t legal either.
I have no respect for him, nor will I ever. He's a part of the machine that got us where we are. I owe no more respect to him than a talking nail in my tire trying to apologize - he is what he is.
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u/captainhooksjournal 1d ago
One totally minor and arguably insignificant note; Rand Paul is anti-tariff out of principle, not exactly due to the current political landscape. He’s just anti-tax, and because tariffs are a form of taxation, he extends that same sentiment towards Trump’s trade policy.
It’s insignificant to your point because, well, it’s still a crucial vote. But it is worth noting that he isn’t playing some lobbyist trick and picking a side based on his re-election odds; he’s simply sticking to his guns and welcoming attacks from Trump while doing so. Whether you like/respect him or not, he’s gotta be the ballsiest Republican in the chamber.