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Garland was in a position of "damned if you do, damned if you don't". Democracy is slower because it seeks consensus, versus a quick authoritarian response. However, from all political observations in history, the consensus choice is seen a the more correct one, even if it is slower. This is difficult when you are facing a fascist like Trump. In a war the Churchill types excelled, but they were also very bad in other areas outside of actual war. Especially if they were as racist as Churchill was. It is sadly difficult to get it right, at least in my view of both teaching and knowing history. Total non sequitur here, but lines from the Great Gatsby still remain with me, ever since high school long ago. It is brilliant writing. Also thanks for a great "Morning Shots". Charlie will be missed, but thank you for taking up this mantle.

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