Lauren Boebert and her obstructionist troublemakers continue to be problems in the House of Representatives. People like Ms. Boebert carry an internal paradigm that they impose on any setting they find themselves in. In the paradigm, they are always the victims fighting to right the wrongs done to them and others. People are taking their guns, applying unfair laws, and generally stomping on their freedom. They don’t trust authority, though ironically, they are authoritarian. Create a utopia for them with few rules, and they will find some dissatisfaction.
Anger is the fuel that drives them. Without a fight, they are directionless and lost. Guns are the perfect symbol that reflects power and strength and cover-up underlying feelings of weakness and inadequacy. They need an enemy to feel whole and purposeful.
Occasionally when I taught, I would run across a “Boebert” type person. I developed a set of disarming tactics when the person would try to bait me into a fight. Phrases like “that’s a good point,” “ I hadn’t thought of that,” or “ what does the rest of the class think” usually did the trick. Boeberts thrive on engagement; when they don’t get it, they wilt.
Majorie Taylor Green is back at it. She has angered Republicans and Democrats alike by trying to adjourn the house before a vote is debated or taken. She claims to have many tactics to disrupt processes. She claims she is acting on behalf of the American people, but she seems to be “Boeberting.”
The Republican party of North Carolina censured Senator Richard Burr for voting for the impeachment of Trump. However, they said nothing about Madison Cawthorn’s well-documented transgressions. These include sexual harassment, lying about his resume, and slandering a political opponent. Party loyalty has replaced more enduring values such as honesty, free speech, and integrity. Trump has set this tone, and one wonders how the G.O.P. can last.
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