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The Difficulties of a Statesman

Well done, Wadi Gaitan. The chief spokesman for the Republican party in Florida has resigned his post because he believes that he cannot in good conscience support Donald Trump.

Too often, people in politics want to be considered moral heroes without losing their positions, power, perches, and perks, to be celebrated for their self-professed courage without actually giving anything up or risking anything.

Alternative view: Given what seems the likely outcome in November, those who stick with the Republican apparatus may be taking a larger professional risk than those who do not.  

Kevin D. Williamson is a former fellow at National Review Institute and a former roving correspondent for National Review.
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