Reply #10: But wouldn't it be nice? [View All]

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Wouldn't it be nice to see some leadership from the top, from the one office-holder who commands a truly national constituency? The administration could set the terms of the discussion, and refuse to be drawn into the traps and blind alleys of the yammering class. There is no shortage of examples of folks doing this, and the administration has the poll numbers showing that they would enjoy automatic support over 50% for such a stand. That in turn would have a salutary effect on the Congress critters, who could say with some confidence that not only are they taking a popular stand, but they are endorsing or have the endorsement of the White House.

It would require shutting down people who aren't going to vote for Democrats in any conceivable scenario, but for some reason, I think my party should spend a little more time pandering to me and the other people who elected them to office, and a little less time trying to win over unwinnable votes.