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In reply to the discussion: Pelosi announces resolution condemning Trump for racist tweets [View all]RAB910
(3,508 posts)7. How are so many people missing the point of this tactic
This isn't about hurting Trump. This is about hurting Republicans in the House as they will now have to go on record supporting or condemning racism and Trump
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Aren't the R's in Congress already on record of supporting him by their absolute silence? nt
in2herbs
Jul 2019
#29
As if their voters would give a single, solitary shit if they DID oppose it . . .
hatrack
Jul 2019
#56
So that means there are 60% who wouldn't approve of their representative supporting Trump's racism
RAB910
Jul 2019
#63
And what about Omar, and that nasty name Tlaib called our President, they'll say that too
BeyondGeography
Jul 2019
#14
We'll see...empathy matters but a lot of people are looking for a candidate who feels their pain
BeyondGeography
Jul 2019
#19
Good. Put Republicans on the record. They either condemn it or support it.
CaptainTruth
Jul 2019
#17
It's a good move, a piece of ammunition that can be used in contested races. n/t
Chemisse
Jul 2019
#45