Much Ado about What, Exactly?

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Yes, be aware, yes realize how odious this Menendez stool sample is, and yes, be angry that political conmen like him are in power rather than in cells.

But no, don't fall for all the faux desperate fundraising hype from rice bowl groups well aware that there are more immediate threats and lawsuits that require our attention and our resources.

I'd be more receptive if the appeals were more matter-of-fact and less hyped up. Then again, I can't say my own pleas recruiting help are based on any winning techniques. Maybe ya gotta act like the sky is falling with those inclined to be responsive -- which says more about "our side" than I care to admit.