Democrats' partisan treatment of Christine Blasey Ford's accusations against Brett Kavanaugh shows women just who is really on their side.
The Democrats declared war on Brett Kavanaugh in the name of women’s rights. But not only did the left’s attempt to deny Kavanaugh a place on the Supreme Court with last-minute allegations of sexual misconduct fail, the tactics employed have also wrought immeasurable and long-term damage on victims of sexual assault.
Since Christine Blasey Ford’s accusation that now-Justice Kavanaugh sexually assaulted her 36 years ago, while they were both high school students, Democrats have portrayed her mere allegation as proof conclusive of Kavanaugh’s guilt. “We must believe survivors,” became the battle cry. And Democrats, such as Hawaii Sen. Mazie Hirono, citing the National Task Force to End Sexual and Domestic Violence, warned that Kavanaugh’s confirmation will “send a message to every victim of sexual violence that their pain doesn’t matter, that they do not deserve justice, and that for them, fair treatment is out of reach. This will only serve to drive victims into the shadows, and further emboldening abusers.”
Democrats' posturing will hurt at the polls
The left’s political posturing has broadcast to victims a devastatingly untrue message, and Kavanaugh’s confirmation on Saturday has now cemented that lesson in the conscious of countless victims, leaving them convinced that speaking out about sexual abuse is futile.
However, rather than continuing to push this false narrative, what Democrats need is an incarnation of the moderate, pro-choice Republican Sen. Susan Collins — someone willing to proclaim the difficult truth: Ford’s claims of sexual assault were not believed because they were not believable.
Beyond Ford, Democrats further harmed the cause of justice for sexual abuse victims by propping up Deborah Ramirez and Julie Swetnick’s charges of sexual misconduct as “serious allegations.” Ramirez, who claimed Kavanaugh exposed himself to her while they were both freshman at Yale, came forward with her allegation only after spending a week chatting with attorneys and thinking over her decades-old memory of a drunken night. And every person with direct knowledge of the supposed assault denied Kavanaugh’s involvement. Swetnick’s ridiculous gang-rape charge advanced by lawyer Michael Avenatti, of Stormy Daniels’ fame, further proved the political motivation behind these unbelievable 11th-hour claims.
Every fake rape claim, from Tawana Brawley's tale in the late 1980s that four white men kidnapped and raped her, to the fiction Rolling Stone magazine perpetuated when it told “Jackie’s” tale of being raped by University of Virginia fraternity members, increases the public’s skepticism of sexual assault allegations. And skepticism quickly hardens to cynicism when the story screams it is a partisan hit job.
The cynicism, however, will not be limited to high-profile cases with clear political motivations. That is why the Democrats’ failed attempt to keep Kavanaugh off the Supreme Court will also backfire electorally when women flock to the polls next month for midterm elections.
Women see allegations as a risk for families
The extreme left of the Democratic Party may celebrate leaders’ no-holds-bar attempt to derail Kavanaugh’s confirmation, but swing suburban moms are appalled by the Democrats’ ill-use of Ford, Ramirez and Swetnick.
In Ford, women saw a distraught and damaged woman paraded before the Senate, her privacy in tatters, because her sexual assault allegations were leaked to the news media at the most politically opportune moment. And as Ford’s story fell apart following her testimony, women saw the obvious harm the Democrats’ tactic will inflict on real victims of sexual assault.
Moderate women voters also find Democratic senators’ utter disregard for the men affected by false claims of sexual assault terrifying. Women watched as Kavanaugh spoke forcefully to defend his name and honor, and in Kavanaugh, women saw their innocent fathers, husbands, brothers, or sons, falsely accused, condemned and left with a reputation irreparably damaged. And in Kavanaugh’s loving wife, young daughters and distraught mother, women saw themselves and their families.
Women also saw the future of a society that puts politics over the principles of fairness and the presumption of innocence. And they saw Democrats leading that charge.
Democratic politicians, professional protesters and reproductive-rights activists are so blinded by their rage at how President Donald Trump succeeded in appointing a second originalist justice to the Supreme Court, they cannot see the anger they unleashed in the apolitical populace across America. They will see it, though, come November.
As far as Taylor Swift, (or any other celebrity or musician)
I, will never, ever, ever, care what any celebrity says.
Micah 6:8; He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.
John 14:19 Jesus said: Because I live, you also will live.
So it looks like republicans have better taste in music as well.
I don't really consider Taylor a country singer though she is labeled as such. She's a pop singer.
It will be a close race here. Bredeson was a pretty good governor. I didn't vote for him, but he was a good guy and did some good things.
The Dems want Bob Corkers seat no doubt. I just question why Phil, at age 75 is now interested after maybe 10 years of sitting on the sidelines?
I know the answer. His ads say he is a moderate voice, but he isn't. He is helping his buddy Chuck Shurmer.
He was in a bad spot. He was seeking the middle when he endorsed Kavanaugh, but it ticked off his left extreme base. It will be interesting to see how that plays.
In the end I think Blackburn will win a close race. The state has swung further right since Phil was elected governor, but I won't be shocked if it goes the other way because it will be close.
If everybody had like minds, we would never learn.
picture says everything. conservatives always in people's face about something. so aggressive.
“To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.”
So,,, you would stand there like a wussy if someone jumped ugly in your face in public about your politics....I don't think so. I have more respect for you than that
“To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.”
hey, can you post the video of that trump supporter ramming his car into a crowd like isis?
some good composure right there.
“To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.”
picture says everything. conservatives always in people's face about something. so aggressive.
They can't be civil. Why would someone ever yell at someone as meek as Tom Arnold?
You can hear yelling from a picture...
Swish is just trying to get you going. The Republicans are winning left and right. He has nothing to argue with so he is turning into a Troll.
? winning what?
“To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.”
it never sucks to be a liberal. only an insecure conservative would say something like that.
“To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.”
Not for nothing. But, probably for nothing. That vid reminds me of my cousin when Trump won the election.
He was cussing and swearing......"How can I....ing go to work tomorrow? How can I look my co workers in the ....ing eye?
Me: Uh, you're an intern at microsoft. You get up and go to work.
Him: I can't!
Blah blah blah.
As soon as the internship was over (a couple of weeks) he dropped out of school so he could 'find' himself. He traveled the world. On his millionaire dad's dime.
Trump, at Iowa rally, slams Democrats: 'They want to destroy everything'
Trump spent the majority of the rally, however, slamming Democrats while urging attendees to vote for Republicans. "The Democrats have become totally unhinged," he said. "They’ve gone crazy."
"If you want to drain the swamp, you must defeat the Democrats," he added. "This election is about security and it’s also about prosperity," he said, later claiming that "Democrats are the party of crime. Republicans are the party of safety."
Trump continued, "The only reason to vote Democrat is if you are tired of winning."
Trump, at Iowa rally, slams Democrats: 'They want to destroy everything'
Trump spent the majority of the rally, however, slamming Democrats while urging attendees to vote for Republicans. "The Democrats have become totally unhinged," he said. "They’ve gone crazy."
"If you want to drain the swamp, you must defeat the Democrats," he added. "This election is about security and it’s also about prosperity," he said, later claiming that "Democrats are the party of crime. Republicans are the party of safety."
Trump continued, "The only reason to vote Democrat is if you are tired of winning."
Remember when Trump encouraged the oinking rubes who attended his rallies to knock out protestors, and said that he’d pay their legal bills if they did so?
At a certain point, it’s useless to point out the hypocrisy of a senile old man in desperate need of attention who forgets what he had just said thirty seconds ago, but Jesus.
"Politicians are all about division, and really don't give a damn who's in office, as long as they can work either side to rile up the masses and keep us from becoming a united front that can bring them down."
Evidence in every thread on this board.
Political Mantra: Keep them divided.
We don't have to agree with each other, to respect each others opinion.
Someday, you two will have to pass on your login info to your kids and let them bicker back and forth (while the rest of us wonder what the hell is going on.)
Actually we are having a constructive conversation. Swish and I don't always do that or get the chance to, and we go at each other frequently. Even though I don't agree with most of his political leanings, and he doesn't to mine, sometimes - rarely, but sometimes...we will agree on a topic. like this one.
You have no issue with Kid Rock telling people to vote R, but care that Swift does - don't be a #snowflake
Get out to vote, the best candidate will win. Don't like her having a voice, find someway to reach to voters that you agree with too.
Yeah I mean, I mentioned your kids bickering on here at some point, it was obviously meant as good-natured banter and I'm surprised that you took it the way you did. All well. Chalk it up to the limitations of forums and communicating by typing in general.
Someday, you two will have to pass on your login info to your kids and let them bicker back and forth (while the rest of us wonder what the hell is going on.)
Actually we are having a constructive conversation. Swish and I don't always do that or get the chance to, and we go at each other frequently. Even though I don't agree with most of his political leanings, and he doesn't to mine, sometimes - rarely, but sometimes...we will agree on a topic. like this one.
You have no issue with Kid Rock telling people to vote R, but care that Swift does - don't be a #snowflake
Get out to vote, the best candidate will win. Don't like her having a voice, find someway to reach to voters that you agree with too.
Yeah I mean, I mentioned your kids bickering on here at some point, it was obviously meant as good-natured banter and I'm surprised that you took it the way you did. All well. Chalk it up to the limitations of forums and communicating by typing in general.
Gotcha, sorry bud. I read it the wrong way. My bad.
taylor swift is a public figure. she already knows she will receive criticism for whatever stance she takes, right or wrong.
“To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.”
i've wanted to punch dude in the face ever since i saw that picture of him shooting endangered species in africa.
“To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.”
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