Claboo,
I agree with every word you wrote. And I do attempt to hold those I support to a higher standard. This week I opined that Republican Madison Cawthorn should likely resign and get professional help.
Just an observation on my part and maybe I am wrong, but it appears from my side of the aisle that intelligent liberals like yourself and Cortez are very philosophical and at arms length when it comes to Joe Biden's scandals. But your response to any Donald Trump misdeeds is specific and vitriolic. Any true hope for a middle ground and healing in this country will require a consistency of treatment of both parties, but even more importantly, equal treatment of "common citizens" and the gilded political and media classes. The Pelosi and Newsome "masks for thee but not for me" garbage were prime examples.
Ya see, I'm by no means a "Liberal", nor am I a "Conservative ". I have views that allign with both ideologies, however I don't identify myself as one or the other.
For example, I'm very much a Capitalist as opposed to Socialism. My views on the whole LGBTQ issues are considered "Conservative " according to most.
And there are a few other issues that I'm accused of being Conservative on, according to those in my circles.
HOWEVER, there are many issues that I side with Liberals on......it just depends on the subject matter.
BUT I'm big on individual character, integrity, and personal accountability, especially with elected officials. Hence, I choose not to put my faith in individuals or groups of individuals "parties". I follow my conscience and judge people based on behavior and what people exhibit.
As far as my positions on DJT.......I know what kind of PERSON he is more so than the politician. Again it's about character and integrity with me......the guy is a scumbag, dating back to his time before he even got into politics. And he continues to prove me right with his behavior to this day.
I've voted for both Reps. and Dems. in my day, and as I've mentioned before, I believe the person who would have been the best president in history IMO, was a Republican......Colin Powell, and He would have gotten my vote 10 times over.