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Roger Plothow's avatar

One does wonder. As you say, Mike was an entirely different guy back when he was the Idaho Senate Pro Tempore -- he even had a modest sense of humor and seemed thoughtful and sincere. He's lived in Washington now for more than 30 years, mostly by himself (his wife chose not to move the family when Crapo was first elected to the House). He's the most perplexing of the Idaho MAGA converts (though Mike Simpson is coming up on the outside). He's become increasingly insular, relying on staff for nearly all communication and outreach. We know that Washington changes people, and never for the better. Mike Crapo is Exhibit 1.

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Alyson Martin's avatar

I've watched Crapo for 30 years. He cares little for Idaho and Idahoans, is a conniving liar, and has a coward's lust for power. He has hurt his constituents, but just doesn't care. As long as gullible Idaho voters will keep him in DC, he'll stay.

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