A Lose-Lose Situation For Senate Democrats
Senate Democrats are currently trapped between a rock and a hard place. They face a lose-lose situation, so it's no wonder they haven't figured out a viable path forward yet. Anything they do, at this point, is going to disappoint the voters in their base in one way or another (which is really just the natural result of being in the minority in both houses of Congress and not holding the Oval Office).
What's at stake is the federal budget for the rest of this fiscal year and an impending government shutdown. But the Republicans, led by President Elon Musk and his hapless sidekick Donald Trump, hold all of the cards here. The Democrats are looking at a pair of twos, to continue the poker analogy (or perhaps even worse -- a hand that's only ten-high?).
We got to this point after witnessing an astonishing political feat: the House Republicans actually managed to get something done. This was shocking mostly because even when they have held the majority over the past few decades (ever since the dawn of the Tea Party, really), they have never been able to get over their intraparty feuds to pass much of anything, especially when it comes to budget bills. This time around, the threats from their Dear Leader (of being primaried) effectively forced them all into line -- which was indeed pretty astonishing. So they passed, on a mostly-party-line vote, their continuing resolution to fund the government for the rest of the fiscal year.
It isn't a totally "clean" C.R., instead it is (at best) a "clean-ish" C.R. It doesn't have the most odious poison pills that Republicans usually toss into their budget bills, but it also doesn't have any protections against Musk rampaging through the federal workforce and federal spending. This means it will put a sort of stamp of approval on what Musk has been doing so far -- all the way until the end of September. This is why House Democrats didn't vote for it.
Normally in such situations, even a "clean-ish" budget bill would likely have been good enough for Democrats to vote for. It may have even been seen as a minor victory. Instead of kicking the can down the road a few months (or even just "a few weeks"), it covers the entire rest of the year. It doesn't have a bunch of culture war extremism in it, and it doesn't drastically slash spending for Democratic priorities. Again, in a normal situation, Democrats likely would have accepted it -- and even claimed victory when it passed.
But these are not normal times, of course.
In the first place, normally it is Republicans who threaten government shutdowns, as a bargaining position against Democrats. They always think that Democrats have a vested interest in seeing the government not shut down, therefore they take the federal budget hostage and make demands. This rarely (if ever) ends well for them, as the public usually winds up blaming the GOP for the chaos, leading the Republicans to eventually cave.
This usually happens when a Democrat is in the White House. Which brings us to the second reason these are not normal times. Not only is the shoe on the other foot (a Republican president, Democrats considering causing a shutdown), but the Republican in question is Donald Trump (and President Elon Musk, of course). Neither Trump nor Musk is fazed in the slightest by the concept of a government shutdown. It's not even about the blame -- it's more that they would just love (and absolutely revel in) the resulting chaos.
So the normal leverage in such situations doesn't even really exist. If the government does shut down, it would give the White House the power to determine which federal employees are "essential" and which are "non-essential" (and thus could be sent home for the duration). Musk and Trump would gleefully decide that most federal employees weren't essential and could be furloughed, and then eventually Musk would get around to firing large numbers of them (you can already hear the reasoning: "Why keep paying them if they are not essential and not working?"). They wouldn't see it as pressure, they would see it as a golden opportunity instead. Trump wouldn't negotiate with congressional Democrats, he'd just shrug his shoulders and say: "Go ahead, keep it shut down, I don't care." If any bad outcomes develop as a result, Trump would (of course) attempt to blame it all on the Democrats.
The alternative is to pass the House C.R., which would give a big green light to Musk to continue doing what he's already been doing anyway. Which (obviously) Democrats aren't exactly thrilled at the prospect of voting for.
The other dynamic in play here is that this could be the last chance in a very long while (for the rest of the year, perhaps) where Senate Democrats are actually a political factor. The budget bills for next year will likely be passed through the reconciliation process, which takes the filibuster off the table as a tactic. But the C.R. still can be filibustered, which means that Democratic votes will be needed to pass it. Eight of them, in fact, since Senator Rand Paul has already said he will vote against it. Senator John Fetterman has already said he's a "Yes" vote, so as things stand the Republicans need seven more Democrats to cross the aisle.
As of this writing, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has indicated that the Republicans don't have those seven votes. So the Democrats could indeed kill the bill. Which would cause the government to shut down when midnight rolls around tomorrow night.
But they are still only holding a pair of twos, please remember.
Democrats don't have the luxury of having an alternate plan, really. They can't pass their own budget bill through Congress (since they hold neither house), so they are reduced to fighting hard for one change to the bill the Republican House already passed. They want to add some language that would rein in Musk, and force the White House to actually spend the money they appropriate (instead of Musk ignoring their instructions and doing what he feels like instead).
That's it. That's the line in the sand the Democrats are attempting to draw. It's not very impressive, but they simply don't have the power to demand anything more. If Democrats had their way, they would (at this point) pass another short-term C.R. (for perhaps a month) and then negotiate with the Republicans to pass a much better budget bill for the rest of this year. So far, the Republicans have not included Democrats in any negotiations, in either house. So the best possible outcome (the "pie in the sky" outcome for Democrats, at this point) would be for the Senate Republicans to actually negotiate with them in good faith.
But even all of that is doomed, since Democrats don't have the power to pass anything at all through both houses. So the Senate Democrats can only realistically fight for a symbolic gesture.
Chuck Schumer is trying to get the Senate Republicans to agree to bring up some amendments to the House bill. These amendments would add the language reining Musk in (and perhaps a few other things), and they would all fail to get enough votes on the Senate floor. It'll all be a staged bit of Kabuki theater, and then after it is done, Democrats will go ahead and vote for the House C.R. anyway -- after making their political point.
That's not going to impress many Democratic voters back home, who are now angry at Democratic politicians for not fighting back hard enough against Musk and Trump. "We succeeded in forcing a vote... which failed... isn't that great?" isn't going to be very convincing, to put this another way.
So Democrats are caught between a rock and a hard place. At best, even if they "win," they're still going to wind up losing, after a bit of symbolic parliamentary theater. At worst, they're going to lose without the symbolic win. Or they're going to get blamed for shutting the government down, which will just send Musk's efforts to fire everybody into warp drive. It really is a lose-lose situation all around for Senate Democrats.
-- Chris Weigant
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Which is EXACTLY what I have been saying ALL DAY!!!
Brain dead woke progressive Democrats have royally frak'ed things up!!!
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Basically, the problem for brain dead Democrats is they want to pay $900 for a hammer...
PRESIDENT Trump says, "I can buy a hammer for $50 and then use the extra $850 for shit that actually HELPS Americans..."
Brain dead Democrats want to pay $200 MILLION for an Aircraft Carrier..
PRESIDENT Trump says, "I can get a BETTER Aircraft Carrier that actually WORKS for $50 million and use the extra $150 million for shit that actually HELPS Americans..."
DO ya'all see why, no matter HOW ya'all want to whine and cry and hysterically throw shit around, that PRESIDENT Trump AND the American People will win here??? :eyeroll:
Russ Troll.. Please follow thru and kill yourself... EVERYONE will be happier when you do...
I'm not really convinced the country will blame the Democrats if the government shuts down this weekend. That's inside-baseball, which most people don't follow. Of course, if the shutdown happens, the Republicans will blame the Democrats and the Democrats will blame the Republicans. Yada yada.
But regular people will do the math. The Republicans control the White House, the House of Representatives, and the Senate. The government is shut down, and federal services are being constrained. Musk and Trump are continuing to gut the government's workforce and public service missions. Who's to blame for all this?
"Um, I know. The Republicans, under Trump and Musk. Sure, they're blaming the Senate Democrats, but they always do that. Anyone can see that a disaster of this proportions is due to the actions of the party in power, not the party out of power."
Nuff said. Let it blow, let it blow, let it blow, Chuck.
Brain dead Democrats want to pay $200 MILLION for an Aircraft Carrier..
The USS Gerald R. Ford, our last built aircraft carrier was $13.32 billion. The previous 3 aircraft carriers before the Ford was around $12.7 billion each. Seems, much like Musk, you are talking deeply out your ass.
HELPS Americans...
You mean big tax cuts for the rich? Because that is all I have seen publicly of their plans. Stick it to Americans seems to be their mantra, helping Americans their deepest fear...
Well, my recent [3] is already out of date - as is this entire column.
That is, I see on the news tonight that Schumer has caved. He has agreed to have the Democrats in the Senate support the Republican continuing resolution, rather than risk the blowback (and the harm to the country, politics aside) of a government shutdown.
That settles that, for the time being.
Trump is Art of the Deal guy. We all know it's a bunch of bullshit but still. Senate democrats need to find a single issue that most Americans disagree with the GOP on that's easy to communicate and demand a deal. Hit the news cycles pushing it. Who cares if Musk fires more federal workers, the more pain the better. Democrats need to tap into the anger of the 1/3 of the country that typically doesn't vote and they are not going to get interested in politics until it hurts.
Plus, no money, no Military or federal police (ice) adventures beyond the bare minimum. No new immigrants camps, no taking Greenland or Panama. No tax cuts. Trump to a certain degree needs that funding. Make him make a deal for it...
If it goes on long enough, call a general strike. There is one planned for May 1st but it will likely need to be sooner. As long as the media story is Trump is failing to make a deal, Democrats won't get all or even most the blame.
John M from Ct. [5]
Definitely a missed opportunity...
Chuck Schumer will vote to keep government open
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Brain Dead Democrats LOSE AGAIN!!!!!
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@GENOCIDE GUY
I'm not really convinced the country will blame the Democrats if the government shuts down this weekend.
Apparently, you are as retarded as your fellow brain dead woke progressive Democrats are...
Brain Dean Democrats KNEW they would get blamed..
That's why they are voting with PRESIDENT Trump...
It must REALLY suck for you to be WRONG all the time, eh!!?? :D
Democrats won't get all or even most the blame.
Apparently, YOU are as WRONG as GENOCIDE GUY was, eh Bashit Troll!!!
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PRESIDENT Trump has PWN'ed Brain Dead Democrats!!!! :D
What more proof do ya'all need that your Democrat Party is dead...???
I am LAUGHING at you Brain Dead Woke Progressive Democrats!!!
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The laughing clown laughs again...
This is Democrat’s last chance to prove they’re relevant and they should not pass this C.R.
If they do I’m off to the Democratic Socialists of America. I started voting in 1980 and Democrats have constantly and unfailingly disappointed me. This by not campaigning against and repealing Reaganism. Obviously there are enough greedy “Establishment Democrats” in the donor class that love Reaganism’s tax cuts. And they’re willing to trade what’s left of the New Deal to keep the tax cuts. Let us fools fight over abortion or something.
Fuck Clinton (both of them) fuck Obama and fuck Biden — none of them remotely tried to undo Reaganism. We’ll never know if it would have killed Kamala to propose Medicare for All or even legal weed and a $15 minimum wage (she might have overcome Murica’s racism and beaten Putin’s Bitch) but it clearly would have killed the Democratic donor class! The Dem’s keep offering more of the same triangulation bullshit and don’t remotely address the root cause of America’s decline. Republicans don’t try to hide their intentions but when Democrats don’t step up the Democratic voters don’t show up. Messaging can never rectify a shitty message.
On a lighter note: anyone checking out the lunar eclipse? Quite beautiful here in the PNW. Nice red moon through the trees when the clouds clear enough...
Ahhhhhh I just LOVE the smell of whiney brain dead woke progressive Democrats' tears in the morning!! :D
It's great to be an American, eh!?? :D
You people need to face the Objective Reality..
Your woke progressive Democrat Party is dead...
This is PRESIDENT Trump's America now, bitches.. :D
According to all of your comments here, Michale, there are actually two Americas, right? I mean there is Trump's America and the rest of America.
What can be done to make America whole again?
The only thing better than the smell of brain dead Democrat tears in the morning is the *BANGS* and *BOOMS* sounds of a brain dead Democrat Civil War in the morning.. :D
The current turmoil within the brain dead Democrat Party is a clear indication of a civil war brewing among its ranks, and it presents a unique opportunity for PRESIDENT Trump to capitalize on the chaos and push the AMERICA FIRST agenda that all true patriotic Americans want.
As Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced his intention to vote for a government funding measure to avert a shutdown, the backlash from within his party was swift and fierce. This internal strife highlights the fractures in the Democratic coalition, which could ultimately lead to PRESIDENT Trump's massive resurgence in the political arena.
Schumer's decision to support a bill he himself deemed "very bad" has drawn sharp criticism from prominent Democrats. Occasional Cortex articulated her discontent, arguing that voting for the continuing resolution (CR) would empower the very chaos and reckless cuts that have been detrimental to the American public. Just LOVE her hysterical whinings!!
Her sentiments were echoed by Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman, who firmly rejected Schumer's stance, labeling the Republican-backed bill as harmful to workers, veterans, and seniors. This discord among brain dead Democrats not only showcases their inability to present a united front but also signals a potential loss of faith among their base.
Hell, MountainCaddy has promised to go full on NAZI Party.... :eyeroll:
The CIVIL WAR within the brain dead Democrat Party is further exacerbated by voices like Susan Rice, who has called for Schumer to "grow a spine." Such hysterical public outcries from influential party members indicate a growing frustration with leadership and a lack of ANY strategy whatsoever!
The brain dead Democrats are caught in a dilemma: either they assist the GOP in passing a bill that many of them oppose or risk triggering a government shutdown that could have dire consequences for their constituents and will incur the wrath of the American voter. This predicament is a classic example of brain dead Democrats simply unable to function as a coherent political entity.. The brain dead Democrats ideological divides prove that that brain dead Democrats simply can't handle the massive political win that PRESIDENT Trump and the GOP achieved in the 2024 election.
As the brain dead Democrats grapple with their internal conflicts, PRESIDENT Trump and the American people will certainly benefit from the brain dead Democrats complete and utter disarray. PRESIDENT Trump's ability to craft a plan to cut spending without congressional approval after a shutdown is a testament to PRESIDENT Trump's current political acumen.
While the brain dead Democrats are busy fighting amongst themselves, PRESIDENT Trump takes on the role as a massively decisive leader ready to take action, appealing to voters who are tired of the infighting and dysfunction in Washington.
PRESIDENT Trump is a SUPERHERO to the American voter!!! :D
So kiddies... Let's recap...
The ongoing civil war within the utterly decimated and brain dead Democrat Party not only showcases their staggering ineptitude and incompetence, but it also sets the stage for PRESIDENT Trump's incredible ability to champion the AMERICA FIRST agenda that ALL patriotic Americans crave! As the confused, leaderless and rudderless brain dead Democrats flounder in their internal strife and back-stabbing, PRESIDENT Trump stands ready to harness their chaos, reinforcing his image as the strong, effective leader that America has been yearning for!
This brain dead Democrat Party civil war is not just a awesome spectacle for the American people to enjoy and laugh at, it is the pathway to PRESIDENT Trump's and the American people's resounding victory..
Again and Again and Again!
Is it a great time to be an American!!?? Or what!!??? :D
HUZZAAHH!!!!!
Liz,
According to all of your comments here, Michale, there are actually two Americas, right? I mean there is Trump's America and the rest of America.
Nope, Liz.. There is just ONE America...
PRESIDENT Trump's America..
What the brain dead Democrats have created is a sophomoric and morass abyss of hate and bigotry and intolerance that is nothing but the dredges of a slum. A complete mass of garbage that is not fit for human beings to live in.. Hence, it's the brain dead Democrat's home..
What can be done to make America whole again?
Brain dead Democrats are welcome to live in PRESIDENT Trump's and our America..
They simply have to give up their adherence to their hate and bigoted and intolerant ideology and embrace the concept of America First, the fact that REAL SCIENCE says that there are two human genders only, the concept of personal freedoms and the fact that PRESIDENT Trump is the leader of the free world..
Then they won't be brain dead Democrats anymore..
They can be PROUD AMERICANS like the rest of us...
See how simple it all is??
:D
Com'on in!!! The water's fine!! :D
HUZZAAHH!!!!
So, JL.....
Let's talk about that OBJECTIVE REALITY, shall we??? :D
This says it all about the brain dead woke progressive Democrat Party!! :D
http://mfccfl.us/nooooo.jpg
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Promises made!! Promises kept!!
PRESIDENT Trump delivers for the American people!!! :D
March has brought much-needed relief to American consumers, as we witness a significant drop in egg prices, gas prices, and overall inflation. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) unexpectedly declined to 2.8% in February, down from 3.0% in January, marking a welcome shift after five consecutive months of increases. This decline is a beacon of hope for families feeling the pinch of rising costs.
Egg prices, often seen as a barometer for inflation, have seen a remarkable decrease. At the start of March, prices soared above $8 per dozen, but by March 11, they plummeted to around $5.51, according to USDA data. This sharp decline follows a staggering 60% increase from the previous year, making this drop a significant relief for consumers.
In addition to egg prices, energy costs have also seen a downward trend, with gasoline prices falling by 3.1% and fuel oil down by 5.1%. This is a welcome change for drivers and households alike, as energy prices have been a major contributor to inflation. Furthermore, the inflation rate for food at home was recorded at just 1.9% in February, well below the overall CPI, indicating that grocery bills are stabilizing.
The positive economic indicators extend beyond food and energy. New car prices decreased by 0.3%, and consumers enjoyed discounts on electronics, with televisions dropping by 8.8% and smartphones by 13.7%. This overall trend of declining prices is bolstering consumer confidence and providing a much-needed boost to the economy.
As we move forward, the combination of falling prices and improved CEO confidence suggests a brighter economic outlook. March has indeed proven to be a month of relief for American families, and we can only hope this trend continues!
And it's ALL because the American voter finally got a REAL LEADER in the White House and REAL leadership in Congress...
No more brain dead woke progressive Democrats!!!
This is PRESIDENT Trump's America now!!! :D
If that is true Michale, then why do treat your fellow Americans so poorly?
If that is true Michale, then why do treat your fellow Americans so poorly?
After you have seen how badly PRESIDENT Trump and HIS supporters have been treated for the last decade!! How badly MY FAMILY has been treated by my so-called "fellow Americans" here in Weigantia!!!
Do you REALLY have to ask!!??
Karma's a bitch, Liz... Payback is even a BIGGER bitch...
What went around is coming back around in spades..
And brain dead woke progressive Democrats here in Weigantia and out in PRESIDENT Trump's America are going to be in hurtin' status for a long long LONG time to come..
And they only have themselves to blame..
Here is why it's EASY to dump on brain dead Democrats, Liz...
The American people are fed up with the relentless hate, bigotry, and intolerance spewing from the brain dead woke progressive Democrat Party. The Democrat Party brand is in the toilet, and NO ONE has to wonder why. The brain dead Democrats’ obsession with insulting and belittling the 77.3 million Americans who voted for President Trump is not only disrespectful but also politically disastrous.
Take, for instance, Senator Elissa Slotkin’s outrageous comparison of Trump voters to “violent and suicidal juveniles.” This kind of condescending rhetoric does nothing but alienate the very constituents that the brain dead Democrat Party NEEDS to reconnect with. Instead of acknowledging the concerns of working-class Americans, brain dead Democrats like Slotkin choose to scorn them, further driving a wedge between themselves and the electorate.
Moreover, Democrat so-called "strategist" Julie Roginsky’s dismissive comments about PRESIDENT Trump supporters being too poor to buy Tesla vehicles only add fuel to the fire. Such insults are a surefire way to push working people away from the brain dead Democrat Party. It’s baffling that they continue to make these foolish political decisions driven by their hatred of PRESIDENT Trump, rather than focusing on the needs of the American people.
The brain dead Democrats have repeatedly failed to learn from their electoral losses. They ignore the voices of Latino voters, working-class households, and young Americans, all while doubling down on policies that the majority of the public opposes. Their refusal to support popular initiatives, simply because they are associated with PRESIDENT Trump, showcases a party that is out of touch and unwilling to take a good long look in the mirror.
The message from the American people is clear: “It’s not us; it’s you.” The Democrats must recognize that their intolerance and insults are driving American voters away. If brain dead Democrats continue down this path, they will only further entrench their position in the political wilderness. The American people deserve better than the hate-filled rhetoric that has become synonymous with the Democrat Party.
Again... This begs the question...
Do you REALLY have to ask, Liz???
It's my work weekend, so I am off to bed.. Ni Ni… :D
USA asks Denmark for help in the egg crisis
There is an egg crisis in the USA and now the authorities are asking Danish producers if they can export eggs across the Atlantic.
Hey, Denmark we want to take Greenland from you but in the meantime could you spare some eggs?
Most brain dead administration in history. I wonder if they would then put tariffs on the eggs...
US meat trade days away from getting 'kicked out' of China
Trump's tariffs are just going to push a realignment of trade and America loses in the end. The Art of the Deal. Dumbass.
Let's talk about that OBJECTIVE REALITY, shall we???
okay. right now, the reality is that our president is making some choices in domestic and foreign policy that are eroding his public support. He began his second term over six points aboveground, and is now less than a point underwater. There's still time to course-correct, but it needs to happen fast.
that's the reality right now.
Okay, am I still the only one here who sees that all the destruction of America both here and abroad makes perfect sense if Trump aka Krasnov is compromised by Russia?
that's the reality right now.
Nope, that's your SUBJECTIVE reality based on the fact that you only get your news from WaPoop, NY SLIMES, HuffPoop and other brain dead woke progressive Democrat news sources.
THAT is the OBJECTIVE reality.
@caddy,
I don't think Donald can be controlled by anybody - not even himself.
@m[28]
it's responses like this that make me hesitate to even bother. The data come from RCP.
JL
Since Bashit Troll has whined and cried hysterically about my alleged cut and paste comments (which is factually NOT accurate) Bashit Troll will, of course, now condemn brain dead Democrats for THEIR factual cut and paste social media comments..
Right???
The recent spectacle of over 50 bran dead House Democrats posting identical social media messages is a perfect illustration of the party's utter lack of originality and coherent messaging. It’s as if they’ve taken a page from a bad script, and the result is nothing short of embarrassing. Elon Musk aptly dubbed it a "political puppet show," and who could disagree? Watching these lawmakers parrot the same lines is like witnessing a poorly rehearsed play where the actors forgot their lines and just decided to read from a script instead.
The message itself—calling for a four-week funding extension to keep the government open—was so bland and uninspired that it could have been generated by a bot. It’s no wonder that critics like Joe Concha have labeled them the "cut-and-paste party." When you see a group of politicians all tweeting the EXACT SAME COMMENT, it raises the question: do they even have a message of their own, or are they just following the latest trend in political theater?
This isn’t an isolated incident. Earlier this year, brain dead Senate Democrats were caught in a similar act, with 22 senators reciting the same talking points about inflation and the economy in a synchronized video. It’s as if they believe that repeating the same tired lines that have been rejected by the American voters will somehow resonate with those same American voters. But instead of connecting, they come off as robotic and out of touch. Jeremy Hunt hit the nail on the head when he said that when Democrats lack a positive message, they resort to desperate tactics that only serve to highlight their confusion and disarray.
And let’s not forget the cringe-worthy "choose your fighter" parody featuring Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and her colleagues. Watching them jump around like video game characters was not only embarrassing but also a clear sign that they are grasping at straws to engage with the public.
In a time when Americans are looking for real solutions and genuine leadership, the Democrats’ reliance on scripted social media posts and gimmicky videos only underscores their failure to connect with the electorate. It’s a sad state of affairs when the party resorts to such tactics, revealing their desperation and lack of substance. The American people deserve better than this political charade from these brain dead Democrats...
This is the OBJECTIVE REALITY of the brain dead woke progressive Democrat Party in the here and now..
it's responses like this that make me hesitate to even bother. The data come from RCP.
You mean, the CHERRY Picked data comes from RCP...
It's factually accurate..
As far as it goes...
But it doesn't give the WHOLE picture...
You ignore how bad things are going for the brain dead Democrat Party...
I don't think Donald can be controlled by anybody - not even himself.
Caddy lives in the delusional world where Russia Collusion was actually a thing..
He doesn't realize that THAT BS has already been thoroughly debunked and is without any merit whatsoever.
All his drug usage has killed off his brain and he is simply delusional..
There are absolutely NO FACTS to support his delusion..
Michale-
Foaming at the mouth with the petty insults. Have you got that rabies test yet? Heh...
Let's take a look at what brain dead Democrat water carrier POLITICO is saying about the brain dead Democrat civil war..
The recent infighting among brain dead Democrats, particularly following Chuck Schumer's decision to avoid a government shutdown, is nothing short of a political circus. The Senate Minority Leader's choice to back down from a confrontation that many in the party were itching for has sent shockwaves through the left, revealing just how fractured and confused they truly are. It’s almost comical to watch as the party that prides itself on UNITY crumbles under the weight of its own contradictions and hypocrisy.
Schumer’s critics, members of his OWN PARTY, have labeled his decision a “surrender,” with Ezra Levin from Indivisible calling it a sign that Schumer might be leading the party into irrelevance...
(Note to Levin.. The brain dead Democrat Party is already irrelevant. No leading necessary...)
It’s hard to argue with that assessment when you see brain dead Democrats, who should be rallying together, instead turning on their own leader like a pack of angry jackals. Rep. Jim McGovern’s disappointment is palpable, as he laments that Schumer’s choice gives “Elon Musk the ability to continue to do the shit he’s doing.” Talk about a party in disarray!!
The irony is rich: Schumer has spent years trying to mend fences with the progressive wing of the party, only to find himself under fire from the very brain dead activists Schumer sought to appease. It’s as if he’s been cast in a tragi-comedy where every attempt to please results in more chaos. Meanwhile, Occasional Cortex, a rising star in the party, openly criticizes Schumer’s “tremendous mistake,” hinting at the potential for a primary challenge.
This is ya'all's brain dead Democrat Party in 2025: a collection of factions more interested in fighting and squabbling amongst themselves than in presenting a united front against their opponents. With leaders like Schumer making “tough choices” that only serve to alienate their base, it’s clear that they are lost at sea without a coherent strategy.
The American people are left to watch this political soap opera unfold, and it’s hard not to laugh at the absurdity of it all. The Democrats are not just fighting against Republicans; they are fighting against themselves, and it’s a spectacle that is both entertaining and utterly embarrassing for Democrats.
SILENCE GIVES ASSENT..... :D
I mean, JL is so out of sorts with the boneheaded plays by the brain dead Democrat Party, he has forgotten to celebrate PI DAY...
He must be REALLY out of sorts, eh?!? :D
Here you go, JL...
HERE is the Objective Reality of the here and now vis a vis the brain dead Democrat Party...
https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2025/03/14/the_democrats_path_out_of_the_wilderness_152502.html
Ironically enough, ALSO from RCP... :D
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Maybe so but Trump is sure giving an Oscar winning portrayal of a Putin’s Bitch type character.
SO here’s your opportunity to give a better explanation for why Trump is doing the maximum possible harm to our country and the West. Talk me down!
Trump’s COVID catastrophe — especially now that we know from Trump himself that he was warned how bad it was at the very beginning — is what really convinced me that Trump/Krasnov IS working for Daddy Vladdy.
WHAT ELSE EXPLAINS Trump’s actions in light of knowing how bad it was going to get? Make me believe!
Brain dead Democrat hypocrisy knows no depths...
The blatant hypocrisy of the brain dead Democrats and brain dead Weigantians is on full display when it comes to their reactions to electric vehicle promotions at the White House.
PRESIDENT Trump showcased his new red Tesla alongside Elon Musk on the South Lawn? The brain dead Democrats and brain dead Weigantians erupted in outrage, labeling it a "car dealership" moment and decrying the event as a symbol of corruption.
But let's flash back to President Biden’s own EV promo, where he paraded a Jeep Wrangler in 2021. Back then the EXACT same brain dead Democrats were cheering him on like he’s a rock star at a concert!
It’s laughable how brain dead Democrats can flip the script so easily. When PRESIDENT Trump supports Tesla, it’s a scandal; when Biden does nearly the EXACT same thing, it’s a groundbreaking initiative for a greener future. The hypocrisy is staggering! They even went so far as to call Trump’s event a “political stunt,” while conveniently ignoring that Biden’s event was the same thing—just with a different vehicle and a different president.
The ONLY difference is that Tesla and Musk are being attacked by Democrat terrorists...
Let’s not forget that when Biden held his electric vehicle event, Musk wasn’t even invited! The White House had the audacity to snub the largest electric vehicle manufacturer in the U.S. because they were worried about upsetting the United Auto Workers union. Yet, when it’s Biden behind the wheel, the brain dead Democrats act as if he’s single-handedly saving the planet.
The hypocrisy is chrystal clear: if it’s PRESIDENT Trump, it’s a “political puppet show,” but if it’s Biden, it’s a “visionary move.”
This kind of selective outrage only serves to highlight how desperate brain dead Democrats and brain dead Weigantians are to maintain their narrative, even if it means ignoring their own past actions. The American people see through this charade, and it’s nothing short of embarrassing for a party that claims to stand for integrity and progress.
Hypocrisy. It's not a bug in Democrat (and Weigantian) programming. It's a feature.
MtnCaddy,
Where are your FACTS to support your claims??
You have NONE whatsoever...
PRESIDENT Trump and Elon Musk have been nothing short of phenomenal in their efforts to cut waste, fraud, and abuse within the federal government. The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), spearheaded by Musk, has reported an astonishing $115 billion in savings—equating to around $700 per taxpayer! This is a remarkable achievement that highlights their commitment to fiscal responsibility and accountability.
Under Musk's leadership, DOGE has implemented a series of waste-shredding measures that have led to significant savings. By canceling unnecessary contract leases, halting fraudulent payments, and terminating grants, they have streamlined government operations and eliminated inefficiencies. The fact that over 5,350 contracts have been terminated, resulting in approximately $20 billion in savings, speaks volumes about the effectiveness of their approach.
Moreover, the cuts have not just been limited to contracts. DOGE has also made substantial reductions in workforce numbers and restructured various programs, all aimed at ensuring taxpayer dollars are used wisely. The agency's focus on the General Services Administration, the Education Department, and the Environmental Protection Agency has yielded impressive results, with the EPA recently announcing the termination of $20 billion in grants for climate projects initiated by the previous administration.
While brain dead Democrats may deride these efforts, calling them "deranged," the reality is that PRESIDENT Trump and Elon Musk are taking bold steps to root out inefficiencies that have plagued the government for years. Their actions are not just about saving money; they are about restoring trust in government by ensuring that taxpayer funds are spent effectively.
In a time when many Americans are frustrated with government waste, the initiatives led by PRESIDENT Trump and Elon Musk through DOGE represent a refreshing change. They are proving that it is possible to cut through the bureaucracy and make meaningful changes that benefit the American people. Kudos to both for their relentless pursuit of efficiency and accountability!
And ta think there are actually (faux) Americans who OPPOSE getting rid of all the waste and fraud!!!
Mind-boggling!!!
SILENCE GIVES ASSENT...
Yunno what is REALLY funny...
PRESIDENT Trump has maneuvered brain Democrats into *ANOTHER* LOSE-LOSE situation!!
As per 2025 CW, if brain dead Democrats DO shut down the government, brain dead Democrats will get ALL the blame and PRESIDENT Trump will have a FREE HAND in eliminating do-nothing deep state employees that are a threat to America..
PRESIDENT Trump AND America wins!!!
If brain dead Democrats DON'T shut down the government and support the PRESIDENT Trump CR, brain dead Democrats hand PRESIDENT Trump a HUGE victory!!
And PRESIDENT Trump AND American wins!!!
So, no matter WHAT happens!!!
PRESIDENT Trump AND America wins!!!
THAT must be PRESIDENT Trump's super power... Maneuvering brain dead Democrats into doing ALL they can to INSURE that PRESIDENT Trump AND America wins!!!
Ya'all just GOTS to appreciate the irony, eh!!??? :D
JL,
"OK, let's brass some tacks here.."
-Metatron, SUPERNATURAL
I will give you that, if you cherry pick polls you can create a factual, yet incomplete narrative that PRESIDENT Trump and America are losing...
So, that is your, due to your very small sample size, your SUBJECTIVE REALITY.
However, if you take in the totality of the facts from a very large sample of sources, it's clear that the OBJECTIVE REALITY is that PRESIDENT Trump and America are WINNING and that it's the brain dead Democrat Party that is completely and utterly LOSING.. And LOSING BIG...
If you cannot concede that fact, then it is obvious that it is YOU who doesn't understand what OBJECTIVE REALITY is all about..
How badly MY FAMILY has been treated by my so-called "fellow Americans" here in Weigantia!!!
Are you saying that our not contacting the police was how we mistreated your family??? I agree that we should have called the police and reported your admission of having incestuous sexual relations with your children. You have grandchildren who are clearly at risk around a self-admitted child rapist like you. Nothing anyone on here could ever do or say can match the evilness that you have inflicted on your own family!
You mean, the CHERRY Picked data comes from RCP...
rcp does the exact opposite of cherry picking. they purposely draw from polls across the entire political spectrum.
You ignore how bad things are going for the brain dead Democrat Party...
no i don't. Democrats right now are absolutely in disarray, of that there's no doubt. but politics isn't football; just because the opposing party is tripping all over itself, doesn't mean the country or its current leader are doing well.
JL
Poet
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So what are you trying to accomplish by engaging with cho’mo? Has FelcherBoi EVER conceded even ONE point? How has cho’mo added or advanced his views down here? Cho’mo is a straight up MAGAt and I really wish you would stop feeding the troll? Why waste Weigantia on this troll? WTF do you think that you’re encouraging — good faith debate?
Fucking realize that cho’mo it’s a useless to Weigantia troll.
Stop fucking feeding that which POLLUTES Weigantia! Get a fucking CLUE! The old rules don’t apply anymore, unless one is an idiot who thinks that “a strongly worded letter” makes any difference!
(Not) sorry about the boldify. Fucking get a clue Weigantia! WTF do you think that you’re accomplishing? Fuck the brain-wormed troll.
THIS is an existential battle for the idea of “a better Union.”
Republicans ALWAYS hated FDR’s New Deal. They’ve spent 80 years trying to undo the New Deal, the one that was pushed by fat cat FDR to stave off Communism. Us Muricans are willing to accept far less than the EU as far as living standards/economic mobility/guaranteed health care, and for WHAT?
Bootstraps.
That’s the Repug prosperity plan.
BUT KEEP ENGAGING with troll. Surely you’re doing some good, right?
Yup, it sucks that MtnCaddy wants to squelch “free speech”.
Let cho’mo post all he wants! No, really!
My problem is that you respond to cho’mo as though he’s here for HONEST ENGAGEMENT.
Cho’mo will NEVER concede even the most obvious points. I’m really sick and tired of you encouraging trolling with no upside to feeding the troll.
Fucking either
1- stop feeding the troll, or,
2- please kindly enlighten me as to why engaging with a dead end troll does anything (besides stoking your own ego over laughing at a not self-aware enough Trumpanzie to be embarrassed by his own words).
I’ll “get” it if you think that accommodating Weigantia’s fascist boy’s comments as being constructive — just PUH-LEEESE make the case for acknowledging that this trolling SERVES ANY PROPOSE BESIDES MAKING YOU POET complicit with you thinking that you’re going to talk any Trumpanzie away from Authoritarianism
Really, nypoet22 what are you trying to accomplish?
C’mon, poet, WHAT AM I MISSING THAT YOU “GET”? Help me to understand.
Because otherwise you, nypoet22 and the “go along to get along” Senate Dems are selling us out of our Constitutional Republic
Poet can you please maybe stop feeding the troll so that Weigantians can get back to serious discourse?
Dude, Trump won’t pass over you (Jews?). Stop feeding the troll because NOONE is safe in yer buddy cho’mo’s grand scheme.
For the record my Judaic readers, “FUCK PALESTINIANS! Y’all Palestinians never accepted a two-state solution and now I hope that Israel does the right thing and ETHNICALLY CLEANSES Gaza because Palestinians believe Israel should not exist. So I say, fuck the Palestinians. They had a bunch of opportunities and have demonstrated that they’re NOT reliable peace partners.
…and therefore, an existential threat.
So fuck the Palestinians—they brought war upon themselves.
So while I was once “pro Palestinian” these idiots won’t settle for less than “Death to Israel”.
Mind you I still hate Bibi as the Israeli equivalent to Trump.
@caddy,
get a grip man. you've got your opinions, and I've got mine.
Mike isn't the only trump supporter I'm friendly with. they just see the world really differently, and i consider it worthwhile to continue to engage. if you don't that's fine too, but i reserve the right to make my own judgements.
BashiBazouk
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On a lighter note: anyone checking out the lunar eclipse? Quite beautiful here in the PNW. Nice red moon through the trees when the clouds clear enough...
I traveled for it. It was definitely an awesome trip. :)