Harry Reid couldn’t hide the wonder in his voice.

The former Senate majority leader sat with the New York Times recently, one of those interviews elder statesmen do when their health is failing and their legacy needs solidifying. And when the conversation turned to President Trump, Reid spoke in critical terms but admiring tones. The reporter, Mark Leibovich, described “a hint of grudging respect.”

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