Crossword Clue:

the point or gist of substance of

AnswerCrossword Clue
MEATSubstance or gist
MEATGist or substance
NORETURNWhat the Republicans reached a point of, or hoped to get based on their most common vote?
BLUNTTo the point ... or not pointed
LIECHEATSTEALWhat a cadet won't do (or tolerate those who do), per the West Point honor code