Former vice president announced decision to drop out in Las Vegas
'It is vital to remember our collective past'
Johnson did not become more moderate in Congress
Embattled N.Y. Republican arraigned on new felony charges on Friday
Some say House GOP members in vulnerable districts will suffer political consequences
La. Republican opposes LGBTQ rights, abortion
Other Republican lawmakers treated activists well
Malamed founded The Next 50
Conversation comes after a week of battles over book bans on Capitol Hill
Democratic ranking member raised objections
