My pet theory is that the Republican’s rush to cave on the CR and Debt Ceiling deal indicates that Steve Lonegan is going to win this thing. Here is my thinking:
After a Booker win, the Republicans Establishment could cave at their leisure. They could even point to the election of Booker as evidence to the base that the fight is futile. So it would be better to wait until after tonight if they thought Booker was going to win.
However, after a Lonegan win, the base would no longer take “no” for an answer. They would be energized to insist that the Establishment Republicans stick to their guns and get a better deal. So they had to cut a deal today if they thought Lonegan was going to win.
Because, remember, the Establishment Republicans wanted to lose this fight from the git-go. Everything they have done is just posturing to humor their base. At the end of the day, they know that they are our betters, and they know what is best.
I thought they should wait until the outcome of this vote — to vote. Updates please about the race, exit polling, etc. Many thanks.
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