Seven Steps to Becoming a Successful Congressional Democrat

[Naturyl]

1. Figure out what you really want. Preferably something most Americans want.

2. What? Are you kidding me? Forget about that. You'll never get it. Don't even try.

3. Figure out a major compromise that gives away at least half of what you really want.

4. Negotiate, meaning give away most of the rest to Republicans and lobbyists.

5. Pretend the totally toothless legislation is a major victory for all Americans.

6. Announce the "victory," raise your own salary, and go on vacation.

7. Ignore those objections from Dennis Kucinich. He saw a UFO and is crazy.

[knixphan]

1. K&R

[dflprincess]

2. You neglected an eighth step

"Make sure you are exempt from living with any of the provisions of the legislation you just foisted on your constituents."

[Naturyl]

3. Yeah, that helps. (n/t)

[Historic NY]

4. Lie as much as possible...& drive like you stole it.