Barbara Jo, I heard your message, and I heard the brave and deep democracy advocate, Debbie Dingell's, message yesterday. Even though you and others fill my heart, there are still questions to ask but not to impede our determination. Manchin walked out of negotiating with the president without warning -- an assistant of his called the …
Barbara Jo, I heard your message, and I heard the brave and deep democracy advocate, Debbie Dingell's, message yesterday. Even though you and others fill my heart, there are still questions to ask but not to impede our determination. Manchin walked out of negotiating with the president without warning -- an assistant of his called the WH a half-hour before Manchin appeared on Fox. He has made his deal. Manchin thinks that he knows who's going to win and where the money will be. He has but his soul on it.
I am far from impressed with the Democrats' and Biden's strategy concerning passage of the national voting acts bills or Biden's agenda. I'm not fan of how the Democratic Party let the minority party rule, take the Supreme Court and legislative control of the legislative bodies in a majority of states:
'The breakdown of chamber control after the November 2020 election is as follows:
Democratic Party 37 chambers
Republican Party 61 chambers[1]
Democratic Party Republican Party One chamber with power sharing between the parties'
The Democratic Party has failed the American People in other important ways. We must continue in our role as engaged citizens. Who are the leaders at the forefront of the defeat tyranny?
Fern, As I imagine you know, for decades, Republicans, more so than Democrats, have invested heavily in State and local elections. Regrettably, Republicans are now poised to lay the groundwork for undermining the next election. Still, in the last few days, I’ve been uplifted by members of the Senate caucus who no longer expect either Manchin or Sinema to consent to a carve-out and, thus, are exploring rule changes that would resuscitate some version of the talking filibuster that, once exhausted, would conclude with an up or down majority vote. I plan to do all I can to advocate for their success. As for you asking, “Who are the leaders…”, I decided some time ago that it’s up to us to organize and to acquire the knowledge and strength to take responsibility for our collective destiny.
Sorry for this late response, Barbara. I am familiar with the Koch Bros. long and active engagement with the course of legislatures in a number of states. The Republicans dirty hands are all over the election machinery as well. I saw the Rachel Maddow's interviews with both Bernie Sanders and Pramila Jayapal, last night. There aren't more dedicated public servants with their shoulders to the wheel. Your knowledge and organizing work to awaken more Americans, Barbara, spur our commitment. Thank you.
Barbara Jo, I heard your message, and I heard the brave and deep democracy advocate, Debbie Dingell's, message yesterday. Even though you and others fill my heart, there are still questions to ask but not to impede our determination. Manchin walked out of negotiating with the president without warning -- an assistant of his called the WH a half-hour before Manchin appeared on Fox. He has made his deal. Manchin thinks that he knows who's going to win and where the money will be. He has but his soul on it.
I am far from impressed with the Democrats' and Biden's strategy concerning passage of the national voting acts bills or Biden's agenda. I'm not fan of how the Democratic Party let the minority party rule, take the Supreme Court and legislative control of the legislative bodies in a majority of states:
'The breakdown of chamber control after the November 2020 election is as follows:
Democratic Party 37 chambers
Republican Party 61 chambers[1]
Democratic Party Republican Party One chamber with power sharing between the parties'
The Democratic Party has failed the American People in other important ways. We must continue in our role as engaged citizens. Who are the leaders at the forefront of the defeat tyranny?
Fern, As I imagine you know, for decades, Republicans, more so than Democrats, have invested heavily in State and local elections. Regrettably, Republicans are now poised to lay the groundwork for undermining the next election. Still, in the last few days, I’ve been uplifted by members of the Senate caucus who no longer expect either Manchin or Sinema to consent to a carve-out and, thus, are exploring rule changes that would resuscitate some version of the talking filibuster that, once exhausted, would conclude with an up or down majority vote. I plan to do all I can to advocate for their success. As for you asking, “Who are the leaders…”, I decided some time ago that it’s up to us to organize and to acquire the knowledge and strength to take responsibility for our collective destiny.
Sorry for this late response, Barbara. I am familiar with the Koch Bros. long and active engagement with the course of legislatures in a number of states. The Republicans dirty hands are all over the election machinery as well. I saw the Rachel Maddow's interviews with both Bernie Sanders and Pramila Jayapal, last night. There aren't more dedicated public servants with their shoulders to the wheel. Your knowledge and organizing work to awaken more Americans, Barbara, spur our commitment. Thank you.
Fern, I write to thank you for your kind words, but also to say how much I value your voice on this site. Blessings to you and yours. B
Barbara, Your message touched me as an embrace from the dear compatriot. Thank you. Such kindness cemented our spirit moving forward. Salud.
Only thing I would change in your post is that Manchin has already sold his soul. No bets needed.