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now, instead of only opportunistic crooks willing to succumb to the abuse of serving in office, the violent fascists willing to engage in gunfights can take over
Almost like thats the point of domestic terrorism...
Its long long past time to stop using euphemisms and excuses.
These are not "lone wolves", and the violence is clearly one sided. 
Enough is enough. >

"Lawmakers worry that nationwide terrorism problem that is being largely unaddressed will have negative consequences" >

“Mission accomplished” -the GOP, probably >

Can't say I blame them - especially the ones with kids to care about and not just themselves. New Mexico's legislature pays $0 in base yearly salary, and the per-diem works out to ~$13k total over a 2 year term. >

That's atrocious and a method to get only rich people to run for office. >

For decades qualified people have noped out of running for public office because of the downward spiral of political "necessities". The rise of electoral violence is just another clog in the pipeline.