This column has always loved a good rant. Most of the time, we provide our own rant at the end of the column, on a subject too big to be contained in talking points.

What's really sad is that my daughters are aware enough of who Trump is that they recognize him. I'm spilling my coffee. I'm indignant he's even on the screen. He's gone in moment, but his appearance fits the grim specter of our horrible political moment.

Rick Wilson says the RNC is "covered in stench" for not pushing back against the businessman.