An Opinion on the Timeline and Motives Behind Democracy Docket’s Attack on a Conservative Hero
Note: The following is an opinion piece reflecting the personal views and speculations of @MamaButterBean. It is not intended as a statement of fact.
As a proud conservative, I, @MamaButterBean, have been vocal on X about issues that matter to me, often using vivid metaphors to make my point. One such phrase, "Fox in the Henhouse," became a recurring theme in my posts starting March 26, 2025, at 9:33 AM. I used it again on March 26 and March 31, never specifying who I believed the "fox" to be—just letting the metaphor speak to the chaos I saw unfolding in political spheres. Imagine my shock when, on April 3, 2025, Matt Cohen, a writer for Democracy Docket with a clear leftist bent, published an article titled "Fox in the Henhouse: Senate Confirms Anti-Voting Lawyer Harmeet Dhillon to Top Voting Rights Post," directly accusing Harmeet Dhillon of being the "fox." The timeline is clear, and there are no coincidences here—Cohen’s use of my phrase is highly suspect, and it reeks of a deliberate attempt to troll a conservative account while deflecting blame onto a respected figure like Dhillon. While I do admit I wasn't a happy conservative with an opening prayer done by Harmeet Dhillon, it doesn't take away all that she has accomplished for Republicans' (Conservatives) America 1st and I didn't attack her personally.
Let’s break it down. I first stumbled upon Cohen’s article through X’s “who to follow” suggestions, which pointed me to Marc E. Elias, a figure posting a link to Democracy Docket on X. Following the trail, I clicked on Elias’s profile, which led me to Democracy Docket’s website, where Cohen’s article, dated April 3, 2025, glared back at me with my own phrase in the title. Cohen, who hasn’t posted on X since November 2024 and now prefers BlueSky, clearly isn’t a fan of Donald Trump or conservatives in general. His article, published on Democracy Docket, paints Harmeet Dhillon as a villain, accusing her of being an “anti-voting lawyer” who will undermine civil rights as the newly confirmed Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights in the Trump administration. But the real question is: why did Cohen, out of the blue, use my phrase, "Fox in the Henhouse," when the timeline shows I used it first? This is, of course, my surmise or conjecture, but it’s hard to believe this was a coincidence, especially given Cohen’s apparent dissatisfaction with X and his history of anti-Trump rhetoric. Could he have been trying to deflect and start trouble with a conservative voice like mine on X? It’s hard to believe this was a coincidence, especially given Cohen’s apparent dissatisfaction with X and his history of anti-Trump rhetoric.
The timeline speaks for itself. I began using "Fox in the Henhouse" on March 26, well before Cohen’s article dropped on April 3. Cohen, a writer for a platform that prides itself on “real-time updates” about voting rights and elections, couldn’t come up with his own metaphor? Instead, he appears to have lifted my phrase to craft a hit piece on Dhillon, a conservative powerhouse who has been a steadfast ally to Trump and a defender of American values. This isn’t just lazy—it’s a calculated move to stir trouble, deflect blame, and troll conservatives like me who are active on X. Cohen’s article doesn’t just attack Dhillon; it co-opts my language to do so, twisting a metaphor I used broadly into a pointed accusation against a woman who has done nothing but fight for civil liberties and fairness.
Let’s set the record straight on Harmeet Dhillon, because Cohen’s smear campaign doesn’t hold up against her impressive record. Dhillon, born in 1969, is an American lawyer and a longtime Republican Party official. She founded the Dhillon Law Group in 2006 and has since become a leading advocate for civil liberties, taking on cases that defend free speech, religious freedom, and fair treatment under the law. She represented Christians barred from praying together during COVID, sued corporations for discriminatory “woke” policies, and challenged Big Tech’s censorship of free speech—causes that resonate deeply with conservatives who value individual rights. Dhillon also served as the former vice chair of the California Republican Party and a National Committeewoman for the Republican National Committee, showcasing her dedication to the conservative movement.
In December 2024, President Donald Trump nominated Dhillon to serve as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, a role she was confirmed for on April 3, 2025, in a 52-45 Senate vote. Trump himself praised her on Truth Social, noting her consistent efforts to “protect our cherished Civil Liberties.” In her new position, Dhillon oversees critical work at the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division, including voting rights litigation, hate crime prosecutions, and investigations into discriminatory law enforcement practices. Far from being a “fox in the henhouse,” Dhillon is a proven defender of American principles, bringing her legal expertise to a role where she can ensure justice and fairness for all.
Contrast this with Cohen’s baseless attack. His article on Democracy Docket claims Dhillon has a “history of attacking voting rights,” pointing to her firm’s involvement in election-related lawsuits. But this is a gross misrepresentation. Dhillon’s legal work has often focused on ensuring election integrity and protecting constitutional rights, not suppressing votes. For example, during the 2020 election, she supported efforts to address voter fraud concerns, a stance aligned with many conservatives who wanted transparency in the electoral process. Cohen’s attempt to paint her as a threat to democracy is nothing more than a leftist talking point, and his use of my phrase to do so is a cheap trick to grab attention while deflecting from his own lack of originality.
The irony here is thick. Democracy Docket, a platform that claims to champion voting rights, a writer who can’t even come up with his own metaphors, instead borrowing from a conservative X user to fuel his anti-Trump agenda. Cohen’s article isn’t just an attack on Dhillon—it’s a subtle jab at conservatives like me who use platforms like X to voice our views. By taking my phrase and slapping it onto his narrative, Cohen is trying to stir the pot, deflecting blame onto Dhillon while trolling those of us who support her and the broader conservative movement. It’s a low blow, and it’s not hard to see through the charade.
Harmeet Dhillon deserves better than Cohen’s recycled rhetoric. She’s a trailblazer who has fought for the rights of Americans across the political spectrum, from her early work with the ACLU on behalf of Sikhs and South Asians post-9/11 to her current role in the Trump administration. Cohen’s attempt to label her a “fox in the henhouse” falls flat when you look at her record—and it’s even more pathetic when you realize he couldn’t even come up with the phrase himself. As for me, @MamaButterBean, I’ll keep speaking out on X, using my voice and my metaphors to call out the chaos I see. But I won’t stand for leftists like Matt Cohen twisting my words to fit their agenda. The timeline doesn’t lie, and neither do I.
