It’s the culture. It’s the demanding demeanor. It’s the “above the law attitude” – the “hurry up” and don’t find anything – be hasty – be less than thorough. Oh and make sure the hired gun takes away her credibility in the court of public opinion. There won’t be a trial. Not if Ms. Mitchell has her influence. Not in the world view of planet of the white guys.
The decoys. Divert the attention in whatever way possible. Make it quick. Make it impossible.
A black man goes to prison for sexual assault committed over three decades ago.
It’s different for a white guy who went to an Ivy League school – and a pricey prep school before that. Hey – that doesn’t count – he was just a kid. Right…
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Not an issue that the American Bar Association casts doubt on his reputation. He pushed limits once before with them.
Why all this forgiveness or dismissal ahead of understanding the facts, and without apologies? What’s up with that?
An honorable man? It’s not so much about the events, it’s the reaction and handling of the situation years later. Denial. Cover-up.
No rise above. No higher ground. Just – “I still like beer…”
Why not just move on to another pick?
Haven’t we seen enough to say, “sorry fella – you’re just not “Supreme Court Justice material”. Thanks for coming in for the interview. Next!”
