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Polybius

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17. Actually, it might have been Rubio himself that didn't vote

Reply to AnyFunctioningAdult (Reply #15)

Tue Jan 21, 2025, 12:20 AM

Jan 21

Vance's seat went to Jon Husted, but Google is inconclusive if he took office yet. I can't see Rubio voting for himself.

Edit: I take it back, you're probably right. He voted for himself.

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They are probably afraid of alternatives kerouac2 Jan 20 #3

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Disgraceful that none would speak the truth that he is unworthy of the position. RockRaven Jan 21 #8

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Let's pretend our system of government is working, even with an autocratic takeover of our country. jalan48 Jan 21 #11

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I predicted that it would be 90-95 Polybius Jan 21 #13

I believe AnyFunctioningAdult Jan 21 #15

Actually, it might have been Rubio himself that didn't vote Polybius Jan 21 #17

Fortunately for you, you don't live in Florida. William769 Jan 21 #16

WTF DEMS? larwdem Jan 21 #19

Right? ZonkerHarris Jan 21 #20