Quick takeaways

• The author highlights the need for responsible Republican leaders and urges support for leaders who believe in integrity and commitment to the country and constitution.

• Hutchinson discusses the lack of courage among Republican politicians to break with Trump and calls for more individuals to follow the lead of courageous voices like Liz Cheney, Adam Kinzinger, and Alyssa Farah.

• Hutchinson provides insights into the Speaker's race within the Republican Party, mentioning Kevin McCarthy, Matt Gaetz, Jim Jordan, and Steve Scalise, while expressing hope for a third candidate like Patrick McHenry.

• The author acknowledges her voting for Trump in 2016 and her belief in his appeal to a moderate audience, but admits to possibly overlooking or downplaying controversial incidents and policies during his presidency.

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