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Should the Right have to do so much soul-searching when it comes to Moore?

In this Sept. 25, 2017, file photo, former Alabama Chief Justice and U.S. Senate candidate Roy Moore speaks at a rally, in Fairhope, Ala. According to a Washington Post story Nov. 9, an Alabama woman said Moore made inappropriate advances and had sexual contact with her when she was 14. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File)
In this Sept. 25, 2017, file photo, former Alabama Chief Justice and U.S. Senate candidate Roy Moore speaks at a rally, in Fairhope, Ala. According to a Washington Post story Nov. 9, an Alabama woman said Moore made inappropriate advances and had sexual contact with her when she was 14. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson, File)
By Debbie Lord for The Atlanta Journal Constitution
Nov 27, 2017

As the election draws near, and President Donald Trump changes his view, will Republican voters in Alabama come out for Roy Moore? A roundup of editorials Monday takes a look at the “impossible choice.”

Opinions from the Right:

1. An impossible choice

From the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette: Advice for Alabama voters: Don’t ignore your conscience. Show the country you know what is right.

2. President turns blind eye to credible accusations against Moore

From the Sun-Sentinel: Do Republicans need a win so badly they will turn a deaf ear to allegations of sexual misconduct? They might.

3.  Want to Know Why Roy Moore Might Win? Blame the Media.

From Politico: If Moore wins the race, will it be the media's fault?

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