In debate, Republicans replace bad behavior with bad answers

[Snarkoleptic]

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http://www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddow-show/debate-republicans-replace-bad-behavior-bad-answers?cid=sm_fb_maddow#discussions

It’s honestly difficult to think of any area of public policy the Republicans candidates described accurately. They were wrong about basic, factual details regarding the economy, the environment, foreign policy, the budget, Social Security, education, and defense spending, among other things.

When presidential candidates say wrong things in a calm demeanor, it’s hardly a triumph. Our collective expectations for the GOP field have fallen to such a low level that watching them make bogus claims about reality for two hours seems impressive – because no one held up their hands to show how big they are.

As for the broader political context, it’s unlikely last night’s debate will have a significant impact on the race overall. Trump’s rivals not only kept the gloves on, they seemed to pull every punch, making no real effort to take the frontrunner down a peg. The New York Republican, meanwhile, shifted his tone, presenting himself as the likely nominee who no longer feels the need to knock the rivals he’s already defeating.

[Zambero]

1. Rubio's climate change denial spiel gets the prize

Miami's GOP mayor wants an action plan to combat the impact of sea levels rising and wants me to take a leadership role. He must be kidding. South Florida going under water? Nonsense. The climate has always been changing. Climatologists don't ever mention this. We have flooding in south Florida and we know how to mitigate for it. Besides, China and India are doing next to nothing nothing, so why should we? And the economic burden on industries would be unacceptable. My family lives here and I'm not one bit worried. So for all these reasons, do nothing and bury our heads in the sand. Business as usual.

[Goblinmonger]

2. Locking

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