“So, if one criticizes, one is ousted? That isn’t an especially healthy attitude for Dobson and his allies to take.”
It’s very healthy – for Dobson & Co. They have an interest in making sure that they are the gatekeepers, at least unless and until they lose too many elections. And better to lose than to win, in a coalition where they don’t have gatekeeping power.
Comment by Barry — Monday, December 1, 2025 @ 4:34 pm
“So, if one criticizes, one is ousted? That isn’t an especially healthy attitude for Dobson and his allies to take.”
It’s very healthy – for Dobson & Co. They have an interest in making sure that they are the gatekeepers, at least unless and until they lose too many elections. And better to lose than to win, in a coalition where they don’t have gatekeeping power.
Comment by Barry — Monday, December 1, 2025 @ 4:34 pm