Sen. Joe Manchin, key Democratic holdout on federal voting protections, coming to Texas for fundrais
Source: Texas Tribune
WASHINGTON - West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin a key Democratic holdout over efforts to pass federal voting rights legislation is expected to head to Texas on Friday for a fundraiser with a host committee that includes several wealthy Republican donors.
The fundraiser comes just a day after Manchin met with Texas House Democrats on Capitol Hill who are desperate for his support of the congressional efforts which could preempt the statewide GOPs push to pass bills that would restrict voting access for Texans.
Manchin is also one of two Democratic senators, along with Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona, who have proven to be obstacles to moving voting rights legislation through the U.S. Senate. At the center of the impasse is their opposition to eliminating or changing the filibuster, which requires 60 senators to put a bill on the floor.
We invite you to join us for a special evening supporting our friend, US Senator Joe Manchin, according to the invitations cover letter, which went on to call Manchin a longtime friend since his days as Governor of West Virginia.
Read more: https://www.texastribune.org/2021/07/15/joe-manchin-texas-fundraiser-republicans/
Full title: Sen. Joe Manchin, key Democratic holdout on federal voting protections, coming to Texas for fundraiser hosted by several GOP donors
CrispyQ
(36,227 posts)Naio
(165 posts)FBaggins
(26,697 posts)and not a threat.
CrispyQ
(36,227 posts)I hope he realizes if he did that he'd immediately become a big ZERO. No more media attention, no more Koch money. The only one who would pay him attention is McConnell, twisting his arm to keep him in line.
We need to make some serious changes if one man in congress can obstruct like we've seen over the past several years. This is just crazy. Our government is fucking broken.
msongs
(67,194 posts)TheRealNorth
(9,435 posts)Is his fundraising with Republican donors?
(Edit: near the bottom of the article, it says it is being organized by energy interests that donate almost exclusively to Republicans, so I have my answer)
AllaN01Bear
(17,383 posts)SharonClark
(10,005 posts)He's despicable.
rockfordfile
(8,682 posts)Phoenix61
(16,953 posts)Id say its pretty effing clear now. Hes a self-serving POS. When he votes with the Dems its because he thinks its good for him, not for his constituents, the party or even the country.
turbinetree
(24,632 posts)Lithos
(26,397 posts)Manchin - I am deeply hurt by you actions. It definitely makes me feel that you are not aligned with the work we're trying to achieve with Voting Rights in GOP gerrymandered states. I have to ask what are your priorities because I have a hard time seeing how hobnobbing with Texas GOP donors advances anything productive.
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Deminpenn
(15,246 posts)he needs him on this voting rights carve out to the fillibuster, no ifs, ands or buts.
And, hey, Dems can always re-instate the filibuster in a lame duck session if they lose the majority in 2022. Between now and then, though, they can accomplish a lot.
Polybius
(15,238 posts)He can't force him to vote to remove it.
Deminpenn
(15,246 posts)would say "no". I doubt Manchin is one of the exceptions.
Polybius
(15,238 posts)I haven't heard anyone ever say that before.
ForgoTheConsequence
(4,846 posts)we need him!
or something...
Mr.Bill
(24,104 posts)He's the only Democrat on the planet that can get elected in West Virginia.
rpannier
(24,304 posts)Don't worry though
The apologists will show up soon
He's become drunk on his power
SMC22307
(8,088 posts)especially on this board.
SunImp
(2,221 posts)Greybnk48
(10,148 posts)Why is he doing this?
calimary
(80,699 posts)I'll bet they'll be blowing up his skirt trying to recruit him to switch parties.
Frankly, if I were in a position to spot a wavering CON, I'd be trying hard to recruit him or her to flip, too.
Bayard
(21,805 posts)About Dems working with rethuglicans.
Demnation
(390 posts)ladym55
(2,577 posts)Mr. Evil
(2,749 posts)One man. One person. One asshole is why we can't have nice things. One, god dammit! Someone needs to read him the riot act! Fuck him!
Lemon Lyman
(1,346 posts)When I lay my head down on my pillow at night I dream of expanding our Democratic majorities and making this guy COMPLETELY FUGGING IRRELEVANT!
calimary
(80,699 posts)It's absolutely URGENT that we elect more Dems to the Senate. If for NO OTHER REASON than to deny him this ego-power base. He's Mr. King-for-a-Day right now, complete with cardboard crown and curtain rod scepter.
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Corgigal
(9,291 posts)a home visit to Exxon. So nice he decided to visit. Exxon is playing hard ball, and isnt even trying to be slick.
GB_RN
(2,267 posts)And through these lenses, theres NO good way to see this.
Evolve Dammit
(16,632 posts)Bettie
(15,998 posts)because, well, that's what he does.
Soon, he'll be able to retire and get a sweet lobbying gig as a reward for his service to the Republican Party.
BradAllison
(1,879 posts)They'll just be hitting "ALERT".
cachukis
(2,201 posts)A person of courage would die for his offspring. Proven, even in the world of slime. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/130110-cheaters-slime-mold-science-weird
Let us hope.
bringthePaine
(1,726 posts)bullwinkle428
(20,626 posts)if and when the Repukes push through the legislation which will allow their little "star chambers" to determine the outcome of any election, and not the voters themselves.
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RVN VET71
(2,686 posts)Hes made a calculated decision that the people in West Virginia who voted for him can go f**k themselves and is going to announce a switch in parties.
I have no proof of this. But I have sensed it coming for months. And now, with fascists inviting other fascists to come to a special evening to support their longtime friend, I think the handwriting on the wall is becoming bold enough for a blind man to read.
It is what it is.
LudwigPastorius
(8,944 posts)We rank and file Democrats won't forget this, Senator DINO.
imavoter
(646 posts)and arrested in the Senate office building...again, just yesterday...
DICK. and not the good kind.
OneCrazyDiamond
(2,029 posts)Candidates should be allowed to raise money from folks who get to actually cast a vote in their election. If corporations have to be allowed to donate, then only the elections that apply to the headquarters. Not everywhere.