What, Exactly, Is Tulsi Gabbard Up To?
by Lisa Lerer, New York Times, Oct. 12, 2019 (excerpt)
Stephen K. Bannon, President Trump’s former chief strategist, is impressed with her political talent. Richard B. Spencer, the white nationalist leader, says he could vote for her. Former Representative Ron Paul praises her “libertarian instincts,” while Franklin Graham, the influential evangelist, finds her “refreshing.”
And far-right conspiracy theorists like Mike Cernovich see a certain MAGA sais quoi.
“She’s got a good energy, a good vibe. You feel like this is just a serious person,” Mr. Cernovich said. “She seems very Trumpian.”
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Rival campaigns worry about her unpredictable attacks if she participates in the debate, pointing to her sharp jabs against Senator Kamala Harris of California in an earlier matchup….
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TH: Gabbard slams New York Times profile of her -- “These are the folks who will be acting as the “neutral” questioners/moderators of Tuesday’s debate lol."
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