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In reply to the discussion: So let me get this straight [View all]NurseJackie
(42,862 posts)38. Instead of shitting all over our Democrats, why not work to elect more?
It's time to accept the reality of the even-split that we currently have. Let's do what we can (within the Senate rules). Let's work to elect 5 more Democratic senators and make Manchin irrelevant.
Everyone knows what you want. You're just not going to get it. No need to act surprised or viciously disappointed when it doesn't happen. That's just how politics is. Find something else that's doable instead.
The MW isn't going to increase (federally) for at least another two years. What else would you like to do? Focus on that!
In the meantime, this shit-talking and bad-mouthing Democrats for "not caring" needs to stop. It only empowers the GOP.
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That is indeed correct. They care more for traditions and bipartisanship than poor people.
Autumn
Mar 2021
#3
Bullshit, you know damn good and well that the wage increase will never make it on a
Autumn
Mar 2021
#32
There's a lot of work ahead. That's what politics is about. Making deals, finding common ground...
NurseJackie
Mar 2021
#34
As a stand alone it will never get past a filibuster. You can carry water for it Jackie I won't.
Autumn
Mar 2021
#37
That's not "pushback" ... that's shitting on Democrats and it only helps the GOP.
NurseJackie
Mar 2021
#44
My mom called herself a moderate Dem. I always told her no, she was a moderate republican.
Autumn
Mar 2021
#6
It doesn't appear to be a big issue for us as only two states are going to $15 an hour
Kaleva
Mar 2021
#8
Low cost of living increases their level of disposable income that resonates throughout the rest of
jorgevlorgan
Mar 2021
#40
depending on some circumstances, a person could live ok where I live on less then $15
Kaleva
Mar 2021
#28
They voted that the amendment does not belong in the reconciliation bill...
NurseJackie
Mar 2021
#20
Trying to break the rules and sneak it in the "back door" like this would...
NurseJackie
Mar 2021
#33
Reconciliation dooms HR1 or sends it to the courts... delaying Covid relief for MONTHS!
NurseJackie
Mar 2021
#39