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5 Republicans Liberals May Learn to Love in the Trump Era

Amash, Paul, McMullin, Will, and Scalia will help keep the unpredictable billionaire in check.

Matt Welch and Joshua Swain | 1.3.2017 2:30 PM

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Since the election, many Democrats have been wondering how to slam the brakes on the Trump train. A good way to start is by getting to know the conservatives who will be allies in that fight.

Here's a list of five longtime Republicans liberals may learn to love in the Trump Era.

Written by Matt Welch. Graphics by Joshua Swain.

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Joshua Swain was a producer for "Stossel on Reason" and Reason TV. A Virginia native, he attended George Mason University.

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