How selfish and ignoble is it to oppose DC rights merely because they might benefit a political party you oppose? There is nothing suspicious about the timing.

How selfish and ignoble is it to oppose DC rights merely because they might benefit a political party you oppose? There is nothing suspicious about the timing. DC has been fighting for statehood in earnest since the 1800s. There was a huge push in the 60s culminating in the 23rd Amendment, which for the first time allowed DC residents to vote for President. This was considered a matter of fairness and was broadly supported by both parties. The slippery slope argument about Austin is ridiculous.