I have found that ex-Republicans are worth listening to because they – unlike liberals myself included – totally get how Republicans “think” because they used to be in the club. Adam Kinzinger was a guest on  Colbert and they are discussing the Colorado case happening now to determine whether the 14th Amendment’s “insurrectionist ban” can be used to prevent Donald Trump from appearing on Colorado’s presidential election ballot due to the small matter of Trump being an insurrectionist.

I’ve been watching the courtroom drama as much as I can this week. You can stream the trial on C-SPAN and I would definitely recommend. The full playlist is here starting at day 1 up to day 4; not sure if they’re going into Day 5.  I jumped in at Day 2 here where the testimony was about communication patterns fascist leaders use to tell their followers what to do.  I’m no lawyer but it seemed like the petitioners were making a pretty good case.  It’s engrossing and a free education on more than just Section 3 of the 14th amendment.  Plus, I find it calming during these crazy times to watch defenders of democracy at work.

Free Speech for People, has filed similar lawsuits in Michigan and Minnesota. The Minnesota case goes in front of that state’s supreme court on Thursday.

And there you have it.  Happy Friday to our loyal followers.