The Tragic Death of Chuck Grassley’s Vacuum Cleaner Is a Moment to Set Aside Partisan Rancor
Senator Chuck Grassley's old vacuum cleaner, Beth, has stopped working due to electrical issues. Despite their political differences, the author acknowledges Grassley's commitment to the 42-year-old appliance. The vacuum's demise serves as a moment to set aside partisan rancor and appreciate the senator's dedication to a quality product.
- ▪Senator Chuck Grassley's Hoover Concept Two Electronic U3301-030 upright vacuum cleaner, Beth, has stopped working after 42 years of use.
- ▪The vacuum's power inlet stopped connecting properly, causing internal damage and electrical sparks.
- ▪Grassley had used Beth to clean up before Thanksgiving in 2023, and had praised the appliance for its reliability.
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| Publication time | Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:49:12 +0000 |
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My ideological commitments make Senator Chuck Grassley my adversary for the most part. His vanguard role in reshaping the judicial branch to suit Donald Trump’s whims is, in my view, an act of arson that won’t be extinguished until long after he’s dead. The ugly stains on Grassley’s legacy will blot out the pages of the biography he cultivates: that of a wacky-but-folksy uncle who happens to have a job messing with the levers of American…
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