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Humbly, Im sorry: Marjorie Taylor Greene says shes turning a new leaf after years of divisive comments
Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said Sunday she will stop using toxic rhetoric, marking what would be a dramatic shift in a political brand hallmarked by derogatory comments.
In an exclusive interview with CNNs Dana Bash on State of the Union on Sunday, Greene said she worried Trumps rhetoric toward her could lead to violence against her.
When pressed by Bash on why she didnt speak out against Trump using such rhetoric until it was directed at her, Greene conceded that it was fair criticism.
I would like to say, humbly, Im sorry for taking part in the toxic politics; its very bad for our country, Greene said. Its been something Ive thought about a lot, especially since Charlie Kirk was assassinated.
Greene said she realized that she has participated in or supported heated rhetoric that has resulted in threats toward others, a point of reflection for her.
https://www.cnn.com/2025/11/16/politics/marjorie-taylor-greene-interview-apologizes
ananda
(34,011 posts)I want to hear from Irish_Dem on this.
Irish_Dem
(77,993 posts)ananda
(34,011 posts)Irish_Dem
(77,993 posts)ananda
(34,011 posts)Irish_Dem
(77,993 posts)FarPoint
(14,357 posts)Yet, don't trust her for now....She sees that tRumpy is on the outs and she simply wants re-elected... She has to prove herself over several years to establish a redemption arc.
BlueWaveNeverEnd
(12,178 posts)Dixiegrrrl
(162 posts)New hair color, style, professional makeup. She's got bigger political plans.
marble falls
(69,400 posts)appmanga
(1,307 posts)... to win an election against Raphael Warnock. She may very well think she can successfully run for president. Considering this country elected the dumbest person I've been able to witness as such to be president twice, I'm not going to try to say she couldn't win.
ETA: As far as her sincerity, only time will tell. I believe people can change if they're dedicated to it. It won't take long to see.
Deminpenn
(17,178 posts)I'd divide the MAGA base into two parts, the RW religious/white supremicists and the economic populists/libertarians. MTG found a crack between the two and is aiming at the economic populist/libertarian wing of MAGA. The religiour rw and white supremicists will never abandon Trump, but, imho, they are the smaller part of the base.
marble falls
(69,400 posts)... goes for it. After she beats the shit out of TACO first in the media.
womanofthehills
(10,616 posts)Some Republicans are starting to see them as the real America First
Its a super long shot but Im seeing it more and more on X.
Irish_Dem
(77,993 posts)And she wants to destroy Trump.
womanofthehills
(10,616 posts)Most think VP or governor but her district is safe where she won almost 70%. She will probably stay in house for now as she builds up her followers.
Irish_Dem
(77,993 posts)Last edited Mon Nov 17, 2025, 06:35 PM - Edit history (1)
I am not sure she is in touch with reality.
hatrack
(63,993 posts)womanofthehills
(10,616 posts)But sounds like shes open to anything in 2028. Meanwhile- shes filed for reelection for her house seat.
Many Republicans on X talk about her running as VP - I dont see Republicans ever wanting a woman president and no Republican talk of that on X.
So basically over on X - lots of polls & talk of her being VP to Massie - no Republican talk of her running for President.
Brainstormy
(2,510 posts)She's read the room and knows that the leopard will have to change its spots.
a kennedy
(34,868 posts)Dare I say Presidential candidate??? She read the 2025 political tea leaves, and has decided shes gonna run for President in 2028. JMHO.
womanofthehills
(10,616 posts)Doubt Republicans would ever run a woman for president. Keep seeing Massie/MTG for 2028.
a kennedy
(34,868 posts)Irish_Dem
(77,993 posts)ecstatic
(34,984 posts)I can't remember a lot about her past looks.
marble falls
(69,400 posts)MyOwnPeace
(17,419 posts)just like Empty Greene's sense of human decency and class.
https://www.news.com.au/world/north-america/us-politics/qanon-congresswoman-marjorie-taylor-greene-harassed-school-shooting-survivor/news-story/5176c0a8784102a1a7ad25c04d74585d
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/joe-biden/gop-reps-greene-boebert-heckle-biden-throughout-sotu-address-n1290558
There is NO redemption for someone like this - her toxic behavior, while certainly not 'criminal' - shows a mountainous lack of, well, class and decency - just like her 'former' hero, IQ45/47.
marble falls
(69,400 posts)pinkstarburst
(1,834 posts)She's dialing back the crazy and presenting herself as a serious political figure.
I think the republicans are figuring out Trump has gone too far, that with the economy tanking, Epstein, and the recent blue waves, they are in serious trouble. He's a lame duck. He's out after 2028. Easiest strategy will be to throw all the blame on him for his (many) mistakes and that means coming back to sanity and putting distance between yourself and him now.
I think they are trying to come up with more palatable tickets that independents would actually want to vote for.
tulipsandroses
(8,076 posts)weight loss, changing make up or something else that she's done that is giving her a " softer" look.
She has to prove herself for me to believe she's changed. She can start by apologizing to the people she hurt with her BS.
marble falls
(69,400 posts)... Reagan said, "Trust, but verify."
MarineCombatEngineer
(16,905 posts)let's see if you are serious or are just using this to further your career ambitions.
I'll cautiously congratulate her on her (supposed) turn about.
dweller
(27,602 posts)Will I believe a damn word from this magat nutjob
sorry/not sorry
✌🏻
ret5hd
(22,001 posts)(future headline)
MorbidButterflyTat
(3,925 posts)ColoringFool
(99 posts)fujiyamasan
(984 posts)Especially among republicans, who never apologize about anything.
They would usually gas light you trying to make you believe its a bright and sunny day when its pouring. And theyd double down even after you took them outside and theyre soaking wet.
Kudos for Greene? Even if its just for political reasons, Hopefully its a sign of maturity. Well have to wait and see how this transpires. Im skeptical
MorbidButterflyTat
(3,925 posts)Prez Biden, Hunter Biden, Prez Obama, Michelle Obama, David Hogg, the drag queen she called a child predator, trans kids, every single Congressional Democrat, and the many, many others, in person, not some impersonal self serving video or MAGAt friendly CNN.
And I still won't believe her or "forgive" her.
hamsterjill
(16,845 posts)She can start by apologizing to Joe Biden for interrupting the State of the Union like she did. Until she does that, I don't want to hear anything from her. If she helps our side on issues, then fine. But I am NOT going to forget who she is.
Beartracks
(14,220 posts)Keepthesoulalive
(2,025 posts)And opportunistic but she is still a snake. If she bites Trump on his prominent ass I will applaud her and then discard her.
lostnfound
(17,294 posts)It is beyond imagination that Tulsi, the 2nd in command under Debbie Wasserman Schultz, could become a clearly Russian-friendly Trump supporting cabinet member (or whatever).
So
if Greene is turning over a new leaf, it could be
an American enemy is covering its bases by attempting to plant someone in a different position on the political spectrum.
There is NO telling what games are being played.
gulliver
(13,642 posts)People also like a "redemption" story.
IcyPeas
(24,627 posts)Talitha
(7,628 posts)She can kiss my royal American.
People like her are very skilled at preying on the goodness of people like us. They apologize. We 'forgive' them. Then they swoop in for the kill.
Nope, nope, nope.
2MuchNoise
(615 posts)purr-rat beauty
(843 posts)She would be required to repent and beg forgiveness from David Hogg publicly for starters
oberle
(241 posts)Arazi
(8,579 posts)Shes a miserable terrible person and I dont believe her for a moment
jfz9580m
(16,138 posts)I am a card carrying animal rights supporter and I thought that BeagleGate stuff was disgraceful. We are factory farming a billion animals, ventilation shut (one of the worst and most appalling forms of culling ever) is semi normalized, chick culling is an example of a common practice and instead of any of that, this rubbish is a priority? Fuck that..
The way they attacked Dr Fauci was ..that was the worst thing about that hateful movement. They should stick with rehabilitating Maxwell, Holmes etc as a complex women
.
That crowd really hates scientists and doctors. That lab leak stuff was such bullshit. These are people who assiduously pushed all those inane conspiracy theories.
Of all the things they did, the attacks on Dr Fauci were the most unconscionable. Making life hell for a decent public official in the middle of a pandemic.
Though if she has gone off attack mode that is still a good thing overall.
Gore1FL
(22,750 posts)Paladin
(32,034 posts)Let her tangle with trump a while longer, maybe I'll change my mind. Way too many years of bad blood and nasty comments for me to cut her any slack, right now.
wcmagumba
(5,174 posts)drmeow
(5,839 posts)it is only a problem when it starts to affect them directly!
Remembering a story from years ago that George Will was strongly against seat belts, then a lady got hit in front of his house, was thrown through her windshield and died.
The concept of walking a miles in anothers shoes are just a string of words to them.
Until they do the walk, they cant comprehend anything.
LilyBelle
(52 posts)But that's not what that crowd wants to hear.
jeffreyi
(2,479 posts)Confess!
Takket
(23,361 posts)MTG may be looking for allies now that she's pissed of drumpf for showing the tiniest piece of decency in wanting to expose pedophiles, but at her core she is still a hate filled monster lusting after power.
I will embrace the "enemy of my enemy being my friend" on this and ONLY this issue, but she has an entire career of despicable behavior to make up for if she wants a SHRED of trust........ she will forever be the woman in this video to me.......
lastlib
(27,150 posts)All I heard was a weird gurgling sound.....
NBachers
(19,046 posts)Sibelius Fan
(24,770 posts)sexual abusers in their ranks, included Matt Gaetz. She called for the Epstein files to be released in their entirety.
This has been brewing with her for a while.
orleans
(36,544 posts)Deminpenn
(17,178 posts)For DU oldsters, David Horowitz completely flipped from liberal/progressive to rwnj. David Brock took the opposite path.
marble falls
(69,400 posts)Morbius
(792 posts)It is good that you realize you've been bad for America. This is something I noticed some time ago. There is something else you need to remember, however, and this is a deep truth:
Trust is earned. Always. If you'll think about it you'll realize it has to be.
So forgive me if I don't trust you. You've given me no reason. If you want to be in a position of trust, earn it.
Raven123
(7,325 posts)I hope MTG will continue on the path started. I agree with others. She should personally (and I dont care if it is public. Let the parties decide) apologize to those she specifically targeted with her vitriol.
Then lets see where we go. Giving her a chance. Not trusting her, yet. That must be earned. Time will tell.
Scrivener7
(57,853 posts)crap party you are part of - and will always be part of.
bucolic_frolic
(53,279 posts)The New Marge is just a facade to try to gain more power. Don't believe a word out of her pudgy mouth.
Torchlight
(6,147 posts)It's a part of her who she is and larger part of her party's identity. As I see it, she's playing a role for temporary convenience and to get out of the fire. As soon as she licks her wounds, she's back to being who she is.
J_William_Ryan
(3,156 posts)Cant be trusted or believed.
louis-t
(24,534 posts)Visited by 3 ghosts in the middle of the night?
Dyedinthewoolliberal
(16,173 posts)saying you are sorry but not changing your behavior means you aren't sorry. We will have to observe your actions for quite a while MJT before making a judgement on your legacy...............
Prairie_Seagull
(4,554 posts)as anything more than good example of "bite me once Phooey on you, bite me twice Phooey on me'.
Another example of the weird times we are in.
area51
(12,529 posts)hatrack
(63,993 posts)Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin
(131,061 posts)I think she has a lot of penance to do.
cab67
(3,539 posts)Tommy Carcetti
(44,328 posts)But action speaks a hell of a lot louder than words.
LovelyStuff
(39 posts)Yeah, I know, it's a big if . . . she needs to apologize to David Hogg. The way she treated him was ghastly.
The Hunter Biden dick/pix were up there, too. Unless she makes amends for some of her stuff, I don't entirely believe her. Although I would like to see an alliance between her and my gal Jasmine Crockett, who has reached out to MTG. If MTG is sincere, that would be one powerful alliance!
ShazzieB
(21,960 posts)The first was, "Did hell just freeze over and nobody told me about it?" Quickly followed by "Is this the Onion?"
Then I read the article, and all I can say is that while I absolutely do not believe she's suddenly a changed person, I do find it credible that combination of Charlie Kirk's death, followed by Trump's vicious attacks on her could have made an impression on her that has led her to view certain things in a slightly different way. Imo, that is a good thing, even if it doesn't last long. Time will tell how deep this actually goes, and I don't trust her any more than I would trust the snake in that story Schlump loves to tell about the woman getting bitten by a snake she rescued. Still, if she manages to soften her rhetoric even a little, even temporarily, I'll take it.
P.S. I agree that she owes personal apologies to a fuckton of people who will probably never receive them, as some have noted, and that sucks. But if she can manage to behave just a little bit better going forward, I'm willing to call it a net win for the side of sanity and civility. Just how much of a win will depend on how much better her behavior is and how long the improvement lasts.

MineralMan
(150,334 posts)She lies.
mucholderthandirt
(1,719 posts)She'd likely lose her own seat whenever she's up again (isn't some former military guy running against her?).
Don't trust these people. they don't change. They like cheaters in a marriage, they can cry and say they're sorry, but they're only sorry they got caught, and they never change.
OC375
(340 posts)It's a big tent, drop on by. Never too late to change. Fair warning, though... we judge based on actions, not words.
JPK
(885 posts)They just bite faces off.