2016 Postmortem
In reply to the discussion: I feel the need to say something. [View all]Moostache
(9,897 posts)That was an outstanding post and a clarion call to progressives/liberals everywhere to stop playing the horse race game and stop cheerleading a name over principles and purpose.
I am NOT a Republican because of the things I hold dear and the principles I cherish and desire for my countrymen as well as myself.
I am NOT a Republican because I want "America" to be more than a chant or a slogan, I want it to be an idea again, a true beacon.
I AM a Democrat because the party platform supports equality, inclusion, fairness and a government that works to protect ITS OWN PEOPLE while maintaining a proper influence and standing in the wider world.
I AM a Democrat because universal access to healthcare in America IS A RIGHT, not a privilege for the rich or prosperous only.
I AM a Democrat because of all the things that Bernie Sanders wants to fight for - and I LOATHE the term "free stuff".
Thank you for your post!
It makes me feel better to know that introspection and thinking are still alive and well in the DU!