I won’t give his attacks any oxygen here, but McCarthy’s email is chock-full of typical GOP slurs to really gin-up the fear factor with his base. Personally, I think the tropes are a little tired -- especially from someone as extreme as McCarthy. Remember, this is the same guy who has all-but promised to push forward a nationwide abortion ban if he gets the gavel. There's no doubt that Esther King would be a loyal ally in that endeavor. McCarthy's political career hinges on Republicans taking the House, and he’s literally admitting the only way he can stay in power is by beating me. So in response to his email, we’re running a little fundraising push of our own: If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediately: 
 
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