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Where the right should be on the existence of the ‘Deep State’

By Debbie Lord for The Atlanta Journal Constitution
Jan 26, 2018

If the “Deep State” does exist, Republicans need to be ferret it out. If it doesn’t, shut up about it. A roundup of editorials Friday takes a look at the issue

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2. The conspiracy mindset is lazy, damaging and weak

From columnist Mona Charen: The right needs to get off the conspiracy train and settle into reality.

3. Beware a scorched-earth Deep State retreat

From The American Thinker: Congress needs to hold anyone participating in “Deep State” tactics responsible.

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