rightwinger
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What possible law would timing negotiations have brokenSo by your own words Obama broke the law when he wanted Putin to wait till after the election so he could do more for him. So lock Obama up, right?Quid pro quo is not a crimeThe Constitution is generally vague on what constitutes an impeachable offense
One of the crimes it specifically identifies as impeachable is.....Bribery
The Constitution Says ‘Bribery’ Is Impeachable. What Does That Mean?
In fact, the Founders had a broader conception of bribery than what’s in the criminal code. Their understanding was derived from English law, under which bribery was understood as an officeholder’s abuse of the power of an office to obtain a private benefit rather than for the public interest. This definition not only encompasses Trump’s conduct—it practically defines it.
Oh, I get it. So now it wasn't "quid pro quo" President Trump committed, it was "bribery"?
I've never seen such a bunch who keep changing the narrative. Do you know how desperate you really appear?
Bribery IS
Notice how Obama did not demand help in winning the election