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> Saying "other countries do it" isn't really an answer. There's no clear solutions Ah, the dark side of American exceptionalism. "Other countries do it" is ab
by ashtonkem 5y ago
> Saying "other countries do it" isn't really an answer. There's no clear solutions
Ah, the dark side of American exceptionalism. "Other countries do it" is absolutely an answer. We could, if we wanted to, peruse our way through the policies used in other countries and pick the one that best fits Americas needs and demographic situation. But that isn't possible if we put blinders on and pretend that the experience of other countries doesn’t matter.
- JohnWhigham 5y agoThe so-called "progressives" in Congress couldn't even get paid leave in the transportation bill because they have no spine. It just shows how badly this country is fucked by corporations
- lifeformed 5y agoHow does "having a spine" force votes out of people who disagree?
- JohnWhigham 5y agoBecause if a caucus isn't willing to stand their ground to get what they want, then what is the fucking point? Not to mention it was one of Pete Buttigieg's things he was pushing for. Yet when asked about why it didn't get included, he just kind of shrugged his shoulders like he didn't really give a shit. It's why the Tea Party had limited success in the early part of the decade: they were willing not to participate. And it's why Democrats lost ground in elections (VA governor's race being the key one), and will be hit harder in the midterms.
- sjg007 5y agoDems are screwed no matter what. If the progressive stick it to the center then nothing gets passed and 2022 roles around and republicans trounce them with empty promises. And then 2024 will look even worse for Dems because nothing will get done and the Republicans will say vote for our guy and we will pass infrastructure. The Dems need something to pass now so that there is 3 years of progress. We need steady incremental progress.