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Some Things Never Change

After the blowout the Dems gave the GOP in the last election…..knowing the voters want change….I mean real change….they, Dems, show their true colors…..

The US Senate on Monday voted in bipartisan fashion to advance a fossil fuel industry-backed permitting reform bill that would weaken the Clean Water Act and other key environmental protections to make it easier for the federal government to streamline energy projects—including climate-wrecking gas pipelines.

The 73-25 vote to advance the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act (BAAJA) sets the stage for what’s expected to be a contentious amendment process. The bill’s Democratic supporters—including Sens. Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island, Martin Heinrich of New Mexico, and Chuck Schumer of New York—argue it is a necessary compromise to accelerate construction of clean energy projects. Environmentalists, tribal organizations, and progressive lawmakers say the legislation is a gift to fossil fuel companies, tech giants, and other corporate interests at the expense of local communities and the planet.

The 22 members of the Senate Democratic Caucus who voted with Republicans for passage were:

  1. Blumenthal (D-CT)
  2. Coons (D-DE)
  3. Cortez Masto (D-NV)
  4. Fetterman (D-PA)
  5. Gallego (D-AZ)
  6. Gillibrand (D-NY)
  7. Heinrich (D-NM)
  8. Hickenlooper (D-CO)
  9. Kim (D-NJ)
  10. King (I-ME)
  11. Klobuchar (D-MN)
  12. Ossoff (D-GA)
  13. Peters (D-MI)
  14. Reed (D-RI)
  15. Rosen (D-NV)
  16. Schatz (D-HI)
  17. Schumer (D-NY)
  18. Shaheen (D-NH)
  19. Slotkin (D-MI)
  20. Warner (D-VA)
  21. Warnock (D-GA)
  22. Whitehouse (D-RI)

https://www.commondreams.org/news/senate-advances-permitting-reform

Why would these fools ever think of working with the GOP…..I mean when was the last time a Dem bill got the same consideration?

Not in recent years.

Now you see why I have NO confidence in these cowards going forth….including the one that is being groomed to run in 2028, Ossoff.

These bought and paid forth Dems keep believing the bi-partisanship is the answer….it has been proven for decades that it is NO way forward…..just a standstill with little to no progress.

They find any excuse to vote in favor of their donors.

This is a precursor to what will likely be the next Congress…..Dems helping the billionaires at every turn….is that what we voted for?

I think not…..but as they say bad habits are hard to break….we, the voter, is just as screwed in the future as we are today.

What say you?

I Read, I Write, You Know

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OMG! Mississippi Makes History

Hooray for our side!

My state of Mississippi seldom has anything good in the news….our economy sucks, racist little turds making noise, health is in the toilet….but now we have broken the strangle hold that cowardly conservs have had on the state for way too long….

It has been a nail biter….but a Dem has won the Senate seat that the GOP has held for decades….

Democratic nominee Scott Colom has defeated Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi’s closely contested US Senate race after a prolonged ballot counting process, giving the state its first Black US senator since post-Civil War Reconstruction, the AP reports.

  • Colom’s narrow victory is a seismic shift in Mississippi, which has been controlled mostly by white conservatives for generations, and it will echo through the country as well. The outcome adds to a decisive midterm rebuke of President Trump, whose party suffered defeats in several Republican-controlled states, and it will bolster some Democrats’ argument that their future runs through the American South.

The AP called the contest Wednesday in Colom’s favor after local election officials spent several days processing absentee and provisional ballots, called affidavit ballots in Mississippi. The last time Mississippi chose a new Democratic senator was 1947, and the winner then was a staunch segregationist.

  • Colom, a 43-year-old local prosecutor, capitalized on discontent with the economy, Hyde-Smith’s missteps as she sought a second full term, and the large number of Black people in the state. “They actually deserve a senator that will listen to them, that actually cares about what they think, actually cares about what they’re going through,” Colom said in the campaign’s closing stretch.
  • Colom said during the campaign that he could represent all of Mississippi, a state where racial divisions have long defined its politics and society. “It’s got to be about having a party that represents rural America again, suburban America, urban America—a party that makes sure we actually deliver for voters in ways that make their lives better, and we don’t come up with excuses as to why we can’t do it,” he said.
  • The senator-elect concluded his campaign with an ad that featured him at the Jackson home of Medgar Evers, the civil rights leader who, in 1963, was gunned down in his driveway by a white supremacist and died in front of his family. “In Mississippi, no one is above the law, and no one should be outside its protection,” Colom said, telling the story of Evers’ military service at Normandy in World War II, his voter registration efforts in Mississippi, his assassination, and the three decades it took to win a conviction. “He was killed for helping Mississippians vote,” Colom said. “On Tuesday, use your vote and honor everyone who died for that right.”

Colom has made history and it is about damn time.

Now he has to prove to the state that he is the right person to lead from the Senate….he has 6 years to prove his mettle…..

But it does not mean the racism in the state has been defeated….just that the voter is tired of being screwed by the Donny machine.

We will see where he goes from this time forward.

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Meet The Minority Leaders

I have offered up my assessment of the two presumptive leaders of the Dems in the next Congress now it is time to meet what the MAGA-ites are putting forward as leadership.

The GOP Senators have chosen a figure that has always shown his true colors and now he pretends he wants to work with the other side….

Senate Republicans opted for continuity on Tuesday, keeping John Thune in charge as their conference heads into the minority next year. The South Dakota senator was reelected by acclamation in a closed-door meeting after conservatives failed in a push to delay the leadership vote in the hopes another candidate would emerge, Politico reports. Sen. Rick Scott of Florida said he wanted to know the plan for the months ahead, reports the Hill. “We have 55 days until the Democrats take over,” he said, “so I want to know what we’re going to do between now and then to get stuff done.”

The Senate majority leader, who was running unopposed, was widely expected to prevail in the secret ballot, but senators including Sen. Jim Justice of West Virginia expressed misgivings during meetings Tuesday, noting that the party lost at least seven seats in the midterms, the AP reports. There is a “legitimate argument that, good gracious, if we lost as badly as we lost, why would we continue on with the same leadership?” he said, though he added that GOP leadership “didn’t cause this problem to happen.”

Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin, who had backed the delay, said Thune delivered a “heartfelt” address and argued he had been unfairly targeted by some in the party’s base. Before the vote, he noted there was nobody else on the ballot and said, “that’s part of our problem, who would want the job?” In a statement, Thune said he “appreciated the opportunity to have an open, honest, and transparent conversation with my colleagues” and he is “honored to have their continued trust and support to lead the Senate Republican Conference in the 120th Congress.”

This is the leader that rubber stamped Donny’s policies like they were gospel….he is not a leader I would have chosen…..but then there are not many in the GOP I would have chosen.

Now on to the House minority leadership….and this shows that the moral standards are pretty low for the GOP….

Jim Jordan finally landed the leadership post he’s chased for years. House Republicans on Tuesday picked the Ohio congressman to head their shrunken conference in the next Congress, choosing him over Majority Leader Steve Scalise in a 106-73 secret ballot, Politico reports. A founder of the hard-right House Freedom Caucus and a key ally of President Trump, Jordan framed himself as the party’s chief brawler against an incoming Democratic majority, pointing to his record atop the Judiciary and Oversight committees.

“I am battle-tested on the oversight front and I know the Democrats’ playbook,” he reportedly wrote to his colleagues. His win follows steep GOP losses that prompted Speaker Mike Johnson to step aside from leadership. The AP notes Jordan will inherit a historically small House Republican conference; the Democrats’ roughly 260 seats give them the largest majority they have had in 35 years, reports NBC News.

I am sure anybody watching politics will remember that he was involved in the sex scandal at Penn State….plus he was a Tea Party favorite that did little but bitch and moan his whole time in Congress…..he is not a fighter….he is a theatrical nightmare for the House procedures.

Of the two new leaders Thune may be the closest to a rational person in charge…..but in the House they have elected a person that will be disruptive and powerless.

My thoughts….add anything you may think of to help the understanding.

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Take Us To Our Leaders

I will attempt to explain my reasoning for my dislike of the main contenders.

After a very successful election the Dems have won both Houses of Congress and now is the time to start looking for the new leaders of those Houses.

We have the minority leaders of Jeffries and Schumer as the presumptive new majority leaders….but would that be a wise decision?

My personal thought is no it would not be in the best interests of the people of this country.

These new leaders have a challenge to do what is best for the people….not the corporations….

Now that the Democratic Party has some power, we’re all waiting to see how they use it. Can the leaders meet the moment?

Hakeem Jeffries is the presumptive speaker of the House. There is a lot of opposition to Jeffries in the party base. There is a petition at Change.org with over a million signatures to “Oppose Hakeem Jeffries for Speaker of the House.”

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That brings us the presumptive majority leader in the Senate, Chuck Schumer. I would prefer to see him replaced right away. Chief Deputy Whip Brian Schatz is waiting in the wings. If Schumer stays as leader for the entire 120th Congress, the base will be constantly upset by his mealy-mouth presentation, tendency to cave to corporate interests, and unwavering support of the Israeli military’s attacks on its neighbors.

Keeping the coalition together is more important than letting Schumer keep his job. Standing up to the Trump administration, the oligarchs, and corporate special interests is what is required at the moment.

Jeffries and Schumer Need to Step Up or Get Out of the Way

But let’s look at those men that could be the future of the Democratic Party….at least for the next 2 years.

Let’s begin with the People’s House and the person that could become the first black speaker in all of history…..Jeffries….

Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries is on the cusp of making history as the nation’s first Black speaker of the House, a generational shift in U.S. politics after Democrats trounced Republicans to win majority control of the chamber in the midterm elections.

Jeffries faces a vote of his colleagues when the new Congress convenes Jan. 3. If nominated and elected, as expected, it would be the first time a Black lawmaker has grasped the powerful House speaker’s gavel, a job second in line to the president and the only leadership position in Congress mandated by the U.S. Constitution.

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They are bracing to confront not only Trump, but also a fresh group of Democrats elected to office, including a handful backed by the Democratic Socialists of America pushing the party leftward, though the largest caucus in the House is expected to remain the more moderate New Democrat Coalition.

Jeffries has promised a robust 100-day agenda to lower the costs of living and launch oversight and investigations to hold the Trump administration accountable. Impeachment is an option.

Promising to show voters that Democrats can govern, Jeffries and the leadership team hope to hold their new majority together and avoid the chaotic disruptions and dysfunction that often left Johnson unable to control the GOP’s razor-thin majority in the House.

https://apnews.com/article/hakeem-jeffries-election-house-democrats-017ab70f264d4abe90da0325c1f03350

That was a glowing article on the presumptive Speaker-to-be…..

There is reasons why Jeffries is not the best person for the job….

Now that Democrats have swept the House, a key question is: Who should lead it?

Hakeem Jeffries is in line to become the first Black Speaker of the House, which would be a historic milestone. But members of Congress must examine Jeffries’ record, his priorities, and the kind of leadership he would bring to this moment.

Here are ten reasons why Jeffries should not be Speaker.

1. He has abandoned Medicare for All

https://znetwork.org/znetarticle/10-reasons-hakeem-jeffries-should-not-be-the-next-speaker-of-the-house/

There is too much of a corporate Dem in his life for him to be the best choice for Speaker….that is just my thought.

This brings us to Schumer….there has bee a wealth of reason why he should not be the Leader of the Senate….corporate money, Israel support, Pentagon support, high dollar donors, etc.

Democratic voters have indicated they want newer and younger leadership in the party. Over the last two years, progressive Democrats have scored major victories in local and state elections.

It’s led some lawmakers to push for similar changes in decade-old leadership. Schumer, 75, has served as the Democrats’ leader in the Senate since 2017.

But Schumer did not appear worried about his bid for Senate majority leader, telling reporters on Wednesday: “I’ll be re-elected as majority leader.”

Schumer likely has enough votes within his party to become the next majority leader. He’s also running uncontested as of Friday afternoon – no other Senate Democrat has officially thrown their hat into the ring.

There are few few reasons why I do not think he would be the best leader….

Generational Change: Critics—including the 600,000-member International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Senator Elissa Slotkin, and various incoming lawmakers—argue that the party needs a new generation of leadership, fresh energy, and new ideas rather than recycling the same establishment figures.

  • Perceived Disconnect with Voters: Progressive and labor critics state that Schumer represents an older, top-down style of politics that fails to listen to working-class voters or address core issues like economic affordability and corporate influence effectively.

  • Past Strategy and Primary Choices: Detractors point to past primary endorsements and campaign strategies—such as backing specific primary opponents or miscalculating suburban voter shifts—as evidence of flawed decision-making.

  • Handling of Legislative Fights and Confirmations: Some party members have criticized Schumer for past compromises, such as backing a Republican bill to reopen federal agencies during a government shutdown without securing key Democratic priorities like healthcare subsidies, or not doing enough to block certain cabinet confirmations.

  • Foreign Policy and Cultural Divisions: Schumer has faced criticism from progressive wings of the party over his strong stance on aid and support for Israel, as well as internal debates on foreign policy and domestic agendas.
  • Low Approval Ratings: Public polling, including data cited from Siena University and RealClearPolitics, has historically shown low favorability ratings for Schumer among both general voters and members of his own party.

He has proven to me that he cares more about his high dollar donors than the people that put him in his position of power.

The people voted for change and if these two are elected to the leadership it will be a betrayal of that vote….

Defeating Donald Trump at the ballot box will mean little if Democrats preserve the corporate rule that helped bring him to power. The ballots have been counted. The danger now is that Democrats will mistake a repudiation of Donald Trump for permission to keep serving the billionaires who own American politics. On The Chris Hedges Report, Ralph Nader warns that an electoral landslide can become another exercise in betrayal if voters allow the party’s corporate leadership to turn public anger into empty promises, toothless investigations and business as usual.

Chris Hedges Report: Will Democrats Betray Voters Again?

We deserve better than these two corporate stooges.

You thoughts will be appreciated.

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“It Was Rigged”

Donny made his speech after the vote where he said that he looked forward to working with the Dems in the next Congress….and we all waited for the next shoe to drop.

And drop it did…..

Six days after saying he was “absolutely willing” to accept the results of the midterm elections, President Trump has had a change of heart. On Monday, Trump suggested that rigged machines cost Republicans control of Congress, reports Politico. “Does anybody really believe that this ‘Election’ was honest,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “How could the Polls be so wrong??? Some early voting ‘dumps’ were so large that it was impossible to win, no matter how many people went to vote,” the president said. “It’s all about the machines, which are far more important than the voter!”

Trump has previously acknowledged that the Iran war likely hurt Republicans, and, as recently as Sunday night, he said his administration’s “too tough” immigration crackdown also may have been a factor. It’s not clear what prompted Monday’s new tone, but CNBC notes that it coincides with the first day on the job for Trump’s new chief of staff, Stephen Miller. Most DC observers predict that Miller’s selection signals a combative final two years in office for Trump.

His usual BS…..so is he setting the stage for some sort of action in the near future or is he practicing his routine for the Chuckle Hut?

Really?  After all the antics by the GOP for voter suppression, purges, gerrymandering and the rest of the so-called policies to prevent voter fraud and it was the Dems that were rigging the election….

This cancerous demented toad just cannot go any length of time without contradicting himself or insulting someone…..a sure sign of a personality the needs treatment.

Anything to add?

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The ‘Consent Of The Governed’

This will be the second part of my series where I look at the promises of the Constitution….as a political historian I like analyzing the parts that I feel are falling short.

For many decades the term “all men are created equal’ has overshadowed ‘consent of the governed’ I hope to change thinking with this post.

Let’s begin with a simple definition….

Consent of the governed is the political principle that a government’s legitimacy and moral right to use power is valid only when approved and agreed to by the people.

  • Popular Sovereignty: The people are the ultimate source of all political power.
  • Social Contract: Citizens agree to obey laws and support the state in exchange for the protection of their natural rights.
  • Right to Withdraw: If a government fails to protect basic rights or acts unjustly, the people have the right to alter, abolish, or replace it.

A wonderful idea….but sadly I do not see it ever being the true case.

I believe there are more disadvantages than advantages to this concept as it pertains to this nation….

First the ‘tyranny of the majority’….

When political power is tied strictly to the consent of the majority, the interests, rights, and voices of minority groups can easily be overridden.
  • Human Rights Vulnerabilities: If a large majority consents to a policy or leader that actively harms a marginalized demographic, the system can technically possess “consent” while producing profoundly unjust or cruel outcomes.
  • Suppression of Dissent: In highly majoritarian systems, those who do not consent to prevailing policies may find themselves functionally silenced, reducing true political plurality.

Second the illusion of ‘consent’….

Philosophers like David Hume have historically argued that “consent” in a nation-state is largely a fiction.
  • No Real Choice to Leave: A citizen cannot easily choose to withdraw their consent and leave their country if they lack the financial means, language skills, or legal ability to emigrate.
  • Acquiescence vs. Consent: Citizens often comply with laws out of habit, fear of punishment, or basic survival rather than actual, enthusiastic consent. Voting in an election does not necessarily mean a citizen consents to all laws passed by the winner.

Here I feel I need to inject that I agree with Hume on this matter.

Third, slow decision making….

A system designed to constantly check, verify, and renew the consent of millions of people is inherently slow.
  • Inefficiency: Seeking consensus or majoritarian approval requires lengthy public deliberation, debates, and legislative processing.
  • Crisis Management Failures: In times of immediate crisis (such as war, economic collapse, or pandemics), the time required to gather democratic consent can paralyze a government, making it less agile than centralized or authoritarian systems.

Fourth, the uninformed public….

The quality of a government built on consent is entirely dependent on the quality of the decisions made by the citizens who grant it.
  • Misinformation: Voters are not always well-informed on highly complex economic, scientific, or geopolitical issues, meaning they can enthusiastically consent to disastrous policies.
  • Hyper-Polarization: In deeply divided societies, the process of consent can break down entirely. Political factions may refuse to recognize the legitimacy of an elected government, viewing the opposing party not as rivals, but as existential threats, which can lead to political dysfunction or civil unrest.

Finally, exclusion of parts of society….

In practice, the mechanisms used to express consent—primarily voting—are rarely equally accessible to all citizens.
  • If structural barriers like long voting lines, restrictive registration laws, or economic constraints prevent certain populations (such as low-income or minority communities) from participating, the “consent” generated by the system is skewed and incomplete.

I have laid out why I think that the term ‘consent of the governed’ is pure poppycock (trying to be professional here)….as an example I point to the issues facing this country today as far as the citizens giving consent.

Americans now almost universally reject one of the most-fundamental claims in their Founding document.

There are people that are denied this concept…..why?  Because they may not want a Dem or a Repub on the ballot…..so do these people consent to be governed?

Note:  After the recent vote one might think that this post is non-applicable….to that I say….’don’t kid yourself’.

Whatcha think….do we still believe in the ‘consent of the governed’?

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Donny Knows What Went Wrong

Or does he?

Since the election of last week and the Dems having such a good show at the polls there has been lots of ink on analyzing just what happened…..but what about Donny?

Well he has decided to break ir down for all us peons…..

Republicans’ midterm drubbing hasn’t shaken President Trump’s view that his record is strong, though he acknowledged he may have gone too far in one area. In a 60 Minutes interview, his first big sit-down since election day, he pinned GOP losses on backlash to the Iran war and high gas prices, but also argued Republicans suffered because “I was not on the ballot.” He called his administration’s economic results “phenomenal” and blamed “bad messaging” for voter dissatisfaction with the economy, while predicting Americans will soon feel the benefits.

Trump insisted the Iran invasion was still worth it, though he added that he’s “not looking to” intensify the conflict now. As for his deportation push, though, he conceded that was “too tough,” even as he replaced outgoing chief of staff Susie Wiles with immigration hardliner Stephen Miller. He vowed “tremendous numbers of pardons” are coming, but dismissed the idea of forgiving political foes—”I do hate some of my enemies and always will”—and said he’ll “probably” weigh in on the 2028 GOP race.

“Trump says his immigration crackdown went too far,” Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer posted on social media in response to the interview, per the AP. “Apparently, his solution was to put the man responsible for it in charge of the White House. That’s not a course correction. That’s a promotion.”

That is the short of it.

He has blamed everyone for the loss but the main actor in this drama….himself.

His policies and his alone have brought this country to it’s knees and the voter decided to stand for awhile.

He did say one thing that smacked of the truth….his policies on immigration went too far.

Ya think!

Now the game begins….he will use the veto and the Dems will have to override it….but are they capable?

2027 will be an interesting year for politics…..not that much will actually get done….just amusing to watch this saga play out.

Anything that needs adding please do so.

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The Little Nazi That Could

That would be Stephen Miller as the Little Nazi…..a supremacist, racist, sexist little turd is now the Chief of Staff for Donny Boy….and that much closer to Donny’s ear so he can whisper his sweet nothing to the minute brain.

Stephen Miller’s promotion could define the rest of President Trump’s term. The selection of the immigration and crime hard-liner as White House chief of staff signals Trump is preparing for a “combative” final two years in office, according to a Wall Street Journal analysis. The record suggests Miller, 41, will double down on aggressive immigration policies and a sweeping view of executive power—which he’s long advocated for—even as Democrats take over Congress and prepare a wave of investigations.

As deputy chief of staff, Miller has helped script nearly all of Trump’s executive orders and is now central to the administration’s strategy on a host of issues. The day after the elections, the New York Times reports, Miller’s agenda in a phone call with national security officials about immigration was unchanged by the Republican losses. He again pushed them to aggressively increase deportations and reduce the number of border crossings. And Miller called for sending immigrants to nations other than their homeland. Some Republicans warn the promotion misreads voter backlash to Trump’s agenda and have called for scaling back; allies contend Miller’s loyalty and combative style are exactly what the president wants over the next two years.

Donny will probably become more authoritarian with this little nazi whispering in his awaiting ear.

Let the major butt sucking begin!

Stephen Miller used his debut remarks as White House chief of staff to offer something close to a vow of fealty. President Trump’s longtime aide and immigration adviser stood beside the president Friday evening at Mar-a-Lago and pledged “absolute loyalty” and “total devotion,” while crediting Trump with nothing less than saving America, its military, its economy, and its borders. “If it wasn’t for President Trump, the United States of America would not exist right now,” Miller told the gathering, the Guardian reports. Trump supporters widely shared and celebrated video of the remarks.

A White House statement credited Miller for advancing Trump’s agenda, and figures in both parties say his selection signals no course correction on hardline immigration policies; some Republicans blame his approach for alienating Hispanic voters before the midterms. Allies are casting him as Trump’s “wartime consigliere”; in promoting him, the president called Miller “a great fighter.” The new chief of staff has described the Democratic Party as “a domestic extremist organization,” the Washington Post points out, and relishes clashing with Trump’s opponents.

The message received in Congress is that the president is setting up for two years of confrontation. On Friday, GOP Sen. Thom Tillis called Miller’s promotion a “colossal mistake” and said Trump should reconsider, per the Hill, saying the chief of staff is “one of the most partisan, polarizing figures, and not only polarizing in terms of Republicans and Democrats, but even among Republicans.”

The only thing missing was a salute and a hardy ‘sieg heil’…..in case you are not familiar with the term it means….’hail victory’….

If you would like more information on this ‘person’….then this may help….

https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/6206059-stephen-miller-chief-of-staff-info/

Just to give an example of what to expect from this demented little turd….

The newly promoted Stephen Miller seems set to ramp up attacks against journalism critical of the Trump administration, according to reports.

Now a report suggests Miller could be aiming to enlist the Justice Department to pursue criminal investigations into journalists who rely on confidential government sources for their reporting.

Speaking to The Atlantic, three people familiar with the matter even suggested the White House and the DOJ have been considering arresting journalists to get them to give up their sources.

https://www.themirror.com/news/us-news/stephen-miller-plotting-arrest-journalists-2102025

I am sure there is more silliness to come….I will be watching and writing.

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What’s The Plan, Stan?

Now the Dems have made all their speeches it is time for them to get down to work on a plan to stop the slide of this country into chaos….but what will that plan be?

According to Democratic leadership, including House Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Leader Chuck Schumer, the party plans a fast-paced legislative push focused heavily on cost-of-living and affordability issues:
  • Healthcare: Restore expired Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance premium subsidies and reverse $1 trillion in Medicaid cuts enacted by Republicans.
  • Trade & Tariffs: Advance legislation to rescind President Trump’s global tariffs, starting with a targeted push against levies on Canadian products.
  • Foreign Policy: Bring forward war powers resolutions to force an end to the U.S. military involvement in the war in Iran or require formal congressional authorization.
  • Taxes & Economy: Pursue tax proposals that raise taxes on high earners and large corporations to provide tax relief for lower- and middle-income families, alongside initiatives to lower grocery, gas, and housing costs.

Will this be where the Dems go or will they be seeking revenge and dive head long into investigations?

Jeffries has stated the plan….(not that I trust him to stand by this plan)….

Jeffries has said Democrats would harness the political capital of a new majority to reinstate expired Affordable Care Act health care premium subsidies and reverse nearly $1 trillion in Medicaid cuts that were included in the president’s signature domestic policy law, the Working Families Tax Cuts Act.

“Well, Day One plan is going to be to make sure we’re going to be focused on healthcare, focused on driving down, right, the high price of groceries and gas and housing,” Jeffries told ABC News’ Capitol Hill correspondent Jay O’Brien during a sit-down interview in Nebraska ahead of the election.

House Democrats have also indicated they will quickly consider legislation to end Trump’s global tariffs and restore congressional power over trade policy.

As American voters send a signal to lawmakers rejecting the status quo, Democrats also promise to act to end the war in Iran and also plan to focus on addressing the “affordability crisis” they blame on failed Republican policies — promising to lower the cost of groceries, healthcare and gas.

(abcnews.com)

Lofty promises…..I do not trust the leaders as far as I can throw them….do you?

I will be watching their plans and actions from this day forward.

I Read, I Write, You Know

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What To Do? What To Do?

After a few days to let the wins sink in the Dems need to decide what will they do now that they have the Congress….

Democrats have flipped the US Senate and House of Representatives in a massive rebuke of Republicans and Donald Trump’s agenda. With Democrats majorities in both chambers, the final two years of Trump’s presidency will look markedly different from the first half. But what can Democrats actually do with congressional power?

After a string of wins in Republican districts across the country pushed Democrats past the 218-seat threshold needed to capture a majority, Hakeem Jeffries is poised to become majority leader and Republicans will lose their ability to pass legislation through the chamber without Democratic support. A Democratic majority can launch investigations into the administration, demand documents and testimony and subject senior officials to sustained congressional scrutiny.

If they decide to go after Donny and his minions then where do they begin?

Political reporter Joseph Gedeon laid out the most consequential investigations Democrats could launch. Here are a few of the investigations:

  • The family business: Robert Garcia, the top Democrat on the House oversight committee, has ranked Trump family corruption first on his list of priorities, while Representative Jamie Raskin has requested information on the business dealings of Trump son-in-law Jared Kushner and son Donald Trump Jr.

  • Epstein and the emails: Thanks to a tag-team effort by Representatives Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie, the Department of Justice was forced to release millions of files related to Jeffrey Epstein last year. But off the bat, the justice department blew the legally mandated deadline to disclose the files. Then it released only about 3.5m pages of the 6m in its possession; it said it had deemed the rest duplicates. And there has been bipartisan consternation about heavy redactions in some places, and the apparently accidental disclosure of the names of victims in other places. The justice department is now facing a lawsuit from journalist Katie Phang over many of these issues. Even under a Republican-controlled Congress, the oversight committee under its GOP chair, James Comer, has been a rare spot of bipartisan comity, with members of both sides routinely (but not always) acting in concert to subpoena witnesses and hold them in contempt when they don’t cooperate. Expect that to continue in any new Democratic Congress.

  • The Pentagon and the war: Jason Crow, a Colorado congressman who sits on the armed services and intelligence committees and co-chairs the House end corruption caucus, says he will start with the Pentagon, citing reports of defense money steered toward companies linked to the Trump family.

  • Impeachment: Jeffries says Democrats have ruled nothing out regarding impeachment this time around, while the current Republican House majority leader, Steve Scalise, predicts an attempt on “Day 1”

I think that the Dems should demand accountability but they should also address all the promises they made to the people….the economy, healthcare, housing, etc.

If they concentrate on investigations then they will insure that next election they will be watching on TV for their chances will have been over.

Anything to add?

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