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Republicans Turn On Kari Lake

Lake has not managed a clean pivot from her hard-right roots. In the past month alone, she publicly waffled on her opposition to Arizona’s near-total abortion ban and returned to the flamethrowing rhetoric of her last run when she urged voters to “strap on a Glock” to prepare for 2024.

That’s all given the GOP some pause. In Washington, Republicans say there are more appealing Senate races on which to focus their limited resources. And in Arizona, they are increasingly warning that Lake’s divisive persona and instinct for provocation could sabotage them yet again.“

When you don’t really have a core belief in anything, and you’re willing to take whatever position you think is politically expedient at the moment, you end up getting caught between a rock and a hard place before too long,” said former Rep. Matt Salmon (R-Ariz.), who ran against Lake in 2022.

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 @SolemnLeftLeaningGreenfrom Florida  agreed…2yrs2Y

America does not need a Marjorie Taylor Greene of the desert.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What impact do you think a politician's 'flamethrowing rhetoric', like urging voters to 'strap on a Glock', has on the level of civil discourse and political polarization in society?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Should a political party prioritize winning elections by supporting potentially divisive candidates who can energize the base, or should they focus on more moderate candidates who may appeal to a broader audience?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How much weight should a politician's personal character and authenticity carry compared to their policy positions or party affiliation in determining if they are suitable for office?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

In your opinion, is it acceptable for a politician to change their stance on significant issues if it reflects the changing views of their constituents, or is it seen as a lack of integrity?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How important do you believe it is for a political candidate to remain consistent in their beliefs, especially on contentious issues like abortion?

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