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There’s an unspoken, ugly rule of American politics: Do unto the other what they have done unto you.Simply put: Copy the payback, punishments and precedent-shattering techniques practiced by the other party — if they prove effective.Why it matters: In 30 years of covering this city, it’s hard to recall any controversial new power grabs or moves not growing commonplace in American politics.That’s why impeachment threats …
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Behind the Curtain: The payback precedent
There’s an unspoken, ugly rule of American politics: Do unto the other what they have done unto you.Simply put: Copy the payback, punishments and precedent-shattering techniques practiced by the other party — if they prove effective.Why it matters: In 30 years of covering this city, it’s hard to recall any controversial new power grabs or