Tillis is a weak man who was given the power to help NC. He squandered it in service to the most corrupt and inept President in our history. That will be his legacy.
I never had all that much respect for Tillis, but his spinelessness against Trump - talking tough then caving - has sunk him even further in my esteem.
He's Susan Collins without the pearls to clutch. NC deserves better!
Adam Kinzinger and Liz Cheney stood up to Trump. Tillis is all BS. Now that he isn't running again, he should do the right thing and vote against Trump's awful desires. And he's wrong that Trump's henchmen are doing everything against Trump's wishes. They are doing exactly what Trump wants. Tillis is only very slightly less abhorrent than the rest of the Republicans in Congress who have abdicated their leadership. Tillis still needs to grow a spine. Or maybe he can quite now and let Josh Stein put a Democrat in his place.
"Or maybe he can quite now and let Josh Stein put a Democrat in his place."
Unfortunately, that isn't how it works. Since Tillis is a Republican, Governor Josh Stein (a Democrat) would select from a list provided by the North Carolina Republican Party’s executive committee. I'm fairly certain anyone the NCRP picked would be far worse that Tillis. We just need to continue to push him to do the right thing. More protests at his satellite offices during the August recess?
I believe you may be correct. I believe this rule applies to judicial vacancies. In KY the state legislature did strip Beshear of the power to replace McConnell if he was incapacitated or resigned.
I don't believe they envisioned a Rep Senator would quit.
I think he knows it’s Trump, and not advisors. I think the fancy word for what he’s doing is appeasement, and the plain phrase is covering his ass by kissing Trump’s.
Regardless how it works, Josh Stein would be pressured like Hell to replace with a Republican so as not to prematurely tip the balance in the US Senate. He’s got to work with the Republican-infested NC legislature.
Cry me a river on Tillis. He's a liar. He has not found new religion. The most radical corrupt let's break the law and then some more potential federal judicial nominee probably ever nominated (or at least in my lifetime), Emil Bove, is still being supported by him. Call his office and his staff and they will tell you so. Tillis has not been booted from his position on the Judiciary Committee because he is still a yea man.
I offer Tillis no quarter. He was a horrible Senator for NC. Would that we would be rid of him for good.. Instead, Tillis being the typical GOP, opportunistic feeder, he will collect his gratuities, and find a comfy spot on K street.
Tillis, seeing the writing on the wall, gracefully exited the race. The Senate lapel pin is off, the boots are shelved, and now begins the second act: fiery op-eds, unsolicited memoirs, and a mysterious knack for landing lucrative consulting gigs. Ah, democracy—where the consolation prizes come gift-wrapped. If only he could persuade a few holdouts that the Grand Old Party, courtesy of Fat Donnie, has already been burned to the ground. The name Fox springs to mind.
Tillis announcing that he won't run again Is cowardly and done in self interest. Instead of standing up to the Tyrant Trump, he capitulated on so many issues. Distancing himself now to save his ass and his reputation, before the nation explodes is not taking a moral stand. Too little. too late. He will be forever branded as a member of the current Republican regime cult intent on subverting the constitution. Enjoy your unearned pension pal. You won't be missed.
I watched the interview. Tillis is a goon. He gave himself lots of high 5's for what he thought he accomplished. And his comments on Obama care were so out of line. He is hypoctric and on his knees still doing the Trump job. I agree with Cheryl that Tillis is Susan Collins in pants. Good riddance - don't let the screen door hit you on the way out Thommy. I will miss writing my letters to you......
This is off topic, but I wanted to share from an email I received from Down Home NC about mutual aid for flood victims in Alemance County. All the national attention remains on the devastating flooding in TX, so I'm not sure how many people are even aware of what's going on in our own backyard:
"Our hearts are with everyone in Central North Carolina impacted by the flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Chantal. Our communities along the Haw River in Alamance faced some of the worst flooding we’ve seen in decades this Sunday, and more rain caused additional damage yesterday. Water levels surged beyond the high-water mark in Saxapahaw for the first time since 1945."
"Stores are shuttered up and down Main Street, and a compromised water line ups the ante in the hot and humid Graham-Mebane July heat. Water restrictions are in place, meaning our elders, children, and vulnerable community members have limited access to clean drinking water for food, restroom usage, showers, and hydration."
The comparison between institutionalist and and arsonist as well as that between party man and cult figure are on target. Tillis has a conscience but seems to have lost it when facing MAGA
I agree with Joe - he doesn't have a conscience. He may very well know the difference between right and wrong, but if so, he is willing to do wrong for expediency!
Tillis is a weak man who was given the power to help NC. He squandered it in service to the most corrupt and inept President in our history. That will be his legacy.
I never had all that much respect for Tillis, but his spinelessness against Trump - talking tough then caving - has sunk him even further in my esteem.
He's Susan Collins without the pearls to clutch. NC deserves better!
On Target.
What he said.
Adam Kinzinger and Liz Cheney stood up to Trump. Tillis is all BS. Now that he isn't running again, he should do the right thing and vote against Trump's awful desires. And he's wrong that Trump's henchmen are doing everything against Trump's wishes. They are doing exactly what Trump wants. Tillis is only very slightly less abhorrent than the rest of the Republicans in Congress who have abdicated their leadership. Tillis still needs to grow a spine. Or maybe he can quite now and let Josh Stein put a Democrat in his place.
"Or maybe he can quite now and let Josh Stein put a Democrat in his place."
Unfortunately, that isn't how it works. Since Tillis is a Republican, Governor Josh Stein (a Democrat) would select from a list provided by the North Carolina Republican Party’s executive committee. I'm fairly certain anyone the NCRP picked would be far worse that Tillis. We just need to continue to push him to do the right thing. More protests at his satellite offices during the August recess?
https://ncrenegade.com/if-tillis-resigns-from-the-senate/
If he has to be replaced by a Republican, we're better with him finishing his term. I thought that the Governor could chose anyone.
Wish it worked that way too!
I believe you may be correct. I believe this rule applies to judicial vacancies. In KY the state legislature did strip Beshear of the power to replace McConnell if he was incapacitated or resigned.
I don't believe they envisioned a Rep Senator would quit.
I think he knows it’s Trump, and not advisors. I think the fancy word for what he’s doing is appeasement, and the plain phrase is covering his ass by kissing Trump’s.
Regardless how it works, Josh Stein would be pressured like Hell to replace with a Republican so as not to prematurely tip the balance in the US Senate. He’s got to work with the Republican-infested NC legislature.
And the choices would be awful.
Cry me a river on Tillis. He's a liar. He has not found new religion. The most radical corrupt let's break the law and then some more potential federal judicial nominee probably ever nominated (or at least in my lifetime), Emil Bove, is still being supported by him. Call his office and his staff and they will tell you so. Tillis has not been booted from his position on the Judiciary Committee because he is still a yea man.
I offer Tillis no quarter. He was a horrible Senator for NC. Would that we would be rid of him for good.. Instead, Tillis being the typical GOP, opportunistic feeder, he will collect his gratuities, and find a comfy spot on K street.
Really disappointing he may vote to confirm Emil Bove! Any way to put pressure on him?
Tillis, seeing the writing on the wall, gracefully exited the race. The Senate lapel pin is off, the boots are shelved, and now begins the second act: fiery op-eds, unsolicited memoirs, and a mysterious knack for landing lucrative consulting gigs. Ah, democracy—where the consolation prizes come gift-wrapped. If only he could persuade a few holdouts that the Grand Old Party, courtesy of Fat Donnie, has already been burned to the ground. The name Fox springs to mind.
Tillis announcing that he won't run again Is cowardly and done in self interest. Instead of standing up to the Tyrant Trump, he capitulated on so many issues. Distancing himself now to save his ass and his reputation, before the nation explodes is not taking a moral stand. Too little. too late. He will be forever branded as a member of the current Republican regime cult intent on subverting the constitution. Enjoy your unearned pension pal. You won't be missed.
I watched the interview. Tillis is a goon. He gave himself lots of high 5's for what he thought he accomplished. And his comments on Obama care were so out of line. He is hypoctric and on his knees still doing the Trump job. I agree with Cheryl that Tillis is Susan Collins in pants. Good riddance - don't let the screen door hit you on the way out Thommy. I will miss writing my letters to you......
Any idea why he's getting the Pillar Award?? - https://substack.com/@levparnas/p-168075194
Well dissected, Sir.
Worthy of "Ducky" :-)
This is off topic, but I wanted to share from an email I received from Down Home NC about mutual aid for flood victims in Alemance County. All the national attention remains on the devastating flooding in TX, so I'm not sure how many people are even aware of what's going on in our own backyard:
"Our hearts are with everyone in Central North Carolina impacted by the flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Chantal. Our communities along the Haw River in Alamance faced some of the worst flooding we’ve seen in decades this Sunday, and more rain caused additional damage yesterday. Water levels surged beyond the high-water mark in Saxapahaw for the first time since 1945."
"Stores are shuttered up and down Main Street, and a compromised water line ups the ante in the hot and humid Graham-Mebane July heat. Water restrictions are in place, meaning our elders, children, and vulnerable community members have limited access to clean drinking water for food, restroom usage, showers, and hydration."
Here is a direct link to donate: https://donate.rebuild.us/page/July25NCfloods
The comparison between institutionalist and and arsonist as well as that between party man and cult figure are on target. Tillis has a conscience but seems to have lost it when facing MAGA
I agree with Joe - he doesn't have a conscience. He may very well know the difference between right and wrong, but if so, he is willing to do wrong for expediency!
He has no conscience. See my other comment.