Democrats Confuse Policy and Brute Power
When Republicans grab at more power, Dems offer them more policy compromises. “Will you be happy if we give you more?” Are we stupid? Republicans won’t govern; they’re breaking democracy’s back.
Urgent: Save America from Republicans
Is this nation exceptional? If so, I’d think we’d work harder to save America now that Republicans are overthrowing our system of elections. Our democracy is at risk, and we’re sitting on our hands.
Biden Child Credit Cuts Child Poverty in Half
Last spring, Biden promised the Child Tax Credit (part of his American Rescue Plan) would cut child poverty in half. Every Republican voted against it, but it passed, and it worked. The Congressional Research Service confirmed that Child poverty did, in fact, drop from 13% to 7%.
Peace! Our Twenty-Year Nightmare War is Over
Unlike every earlier administration, President Biden finally ended the endless Afghanistan war. America is finally at peace after two decades of pointless death and destruction.
McConnell is a Corrupt Obstructionist, & Nobody’s Hero
Sen. Mitch McConnell loves playing make-believe. Remember his quote about being “100% focused on stopping this administration”? It was honest, but it wasn’t courage. He was just dodging another honest question from a persistent reporter. McConnell is nobody’s hero.
What are Republicans Planning for 2022?
Republicans dropped their policies, goals, and even their politics, voting against popular legislation they knew the Senate would pass anyway. If popularity isn’t what they want, then what are Republicans planning?
An Explanation: the Filibuster Veto Power
In America, the majority doesn’t have absolute power. We want the minority to have a strong voice. But current rules go too far, giving Republicans veto power. With a tweak to the Senate cloture rules, we could get back to a fair filibuster.
The First Constitution? An American Disaster
America’s first Constitution demonstrated that supermajorities don’t make for good governance. It was a recipe for obstruction and inaction. The filibuster is the same. We already know it doesn’t make better laws. We can fix it.