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The left discusses Christine Blasey Ford

By Bria Felicien
Sept 28, 2018

1. Christine Blasey Ford's Sacrifice

From New York Times: "Her testimony was heroic. Will it be pointless?"

2. Christine Blasey Ford is wiping the floor with Senate Republicans

From USA TODAY: "Christine Blasey Ford comes across as credible and authentic. Senate Republicans, meanwhile, just come across as clueless."

3. Watching Her Speak for Us All

From New York Times: "On Thursday, Christine Blasey Ford was the voice for those of us who are still haunted by decades-old assaults — including me."

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Bria Felicien is a published author and staff writer at the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. She produces podcasts for the AJC.

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