Johanna Lapine
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Johanna Lapine
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Mom. Writer. IR and USG SME. Historian. Neurodivergency advocate. Non-violent protester. Believer in better angels.
I knew you were betrayed by autocorrect, it’s all good!
November 15, 2025 at 11:21 PM
“Manic Marge” was right there, too.
November 15, 2025 at 6:19 AM
Dr. Evil would make a better President. He EARNED his degree at Evil Medical School.
November 15, 2025 at 6:16 AM
No, they’re legal, they just aren’t particularly impactful.
November 15, 2025 at 5:38 AM
Yes, but it is hard to actually get that to happen - especially with regard to American citizens. We’ll see how long that status quo lasts, though, given the speedy descent into autocracy.
November 15, 2025 at 5:37 AM
And Speaker of the House, Secretary of State, etc. on down the current line of succession :(
November 15, 2025 at 5:34 AM
I appreciate you clarifying that for those who may not be aware of these nuances.
November 14, 2025 at 11:53 PM
I have replied to this line of commentary in a few sub threads, & I have grown tired of my own text. I will, therefore, just say that your statement is correct. :)
November 14, 2025 at 11:51 PM
I would like to see more robust adherence to ICC norms across the world and, yes, with egregious crimes occurring at a level beyond the State. That said, I do find some comfort in knowing that there is at least SOME accountability for SOME bad people. It’s a start.
November 14, 2025 at 11:47 PM
While the ICC’s reach re: the U.S. remains largely symbolic, it is, a functioning institution that can call international attention to abuses & influence public perception. It also does provide a not-insignificant amount of accountability for those nations that adhere to/ are involved in it. 🪡
November 14, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Yes, I am aware that the United States is not currently involved with the ICC. There are a number of ways the ICC, in its present form, falls short of being able to provide truly comprehensive accountability to rule of law. It does, however, still have the power to name and shame unlawful actions. 🪡
November 14, 2025 at 11:47 PM