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In reply to the discussion: 13 centrist Democrats sign "Promise to America" - capitalism, fiscal discipline, strong borders and pride in US [View all]yardwork
(69,959 posts)89. These are your exact words in this thread:
Nanjeanne
36. They aren't trying to put forth any new ideas. They merely want to imply that these damn progressive
4:33 PM
Democrats arent sufficiently pro American to be members of the party. The implication is dear since they specify
Capitalism (they want to confuse the public by implying that things like universal healthcare and tuition free college would dismantle capitalism - shades the typical scare over anything that is for the betterment of citizens and not corporations)
Strong borders whatever that means (these progressives must be against border control which is insane. Being for a real immigration policy and a compassion for people is not the same as lets open all borders and have a big party)
Confident Patriotism and National Renewal We are proud, not ashamed of America. Again an implication that what? Ds that want America to be better are not patriotic?
Every point in their promise is an implication that the other Ds who are in the party that they dont like are somehow not interested in good government, being fiscally responsible, etc.
36. They aren't trying to put forth any new ideas. They merely want to imply that these damn progressive
4:33 PM
Democrats arent sufficiently pro American to be members of the party. The implication is dear since they specify
Capitalism (they want to confuse the public by implying that things like universal healthcare and tuition free college would dismantle capitalism - shades the typical scare over anything that is for the betterment of citizens and not corporations)
Strong borders whatever that means (these progressives must be against border control which is insane. Being for a real immigration policy and a compassion for people is not the same as lets open all borders and have a big party)
Confident Patriotism and National Renewal We are proud, not ashamed of America. Again an implication that what? Ds that want America to be better are not patriotic?
Every point in their promise is an implication that the other Ds who are in the party that they dont like are somehow not interested in good government, being fiscally responsible, etc.
Are you telling the few progressive voters in the districts of these candidates not to support them in the GE? The elections could hinge on one vote in each district. Control of Congress is at stake. Democracy is at stake.
The time for this kind of criticism is before the primaries.
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13 centrist Democrats sign "Promise to America" - capitalism, fiscal discipline, strong borders and pride in US [View all]
Nanjeanne
19 hrs ago
OP
They seem to believe that everything happening today is fine and is mainstream and normal
Quiet Em
18 hrs ago
#8
Then they should have some respect for the Dems who won in their districts. Why put out this
Nanjeanne
17 hrs ago
#25
How about you just read the free link to the Wash Post or maybe even Suozzi's own statement
Nanjeanne
10 hrs ago
#83
What are you talking about? Where did I say that? Voters get to choose. Im flummoxed.
Nanjeanne
10 hrs ago
#86
My OP made no comment at all. I posted a Wash Post article and the actual Promise To America.
Nanjeanne
10 hrs ago
#88
All of us at DU want to take back the House and we want all of our Democratic nominees to win
Quiet Em
9 hrs ago
#94
And are the progressives who have won their primaries against "strong" borders and against some level
Nanjeanne
17 hrs ago
#23
Yeah, Europe is so extreme. However, I agree that "Socialist" is a loser in the ....
ColoringFool
18 hrs ago
#21
They aren't trying to put forth any new ideas. They merely want to imply that these damn progressive
Nanjeanne
16 hrs ago
#36
Not one F***ng word in the Promise to America about (for profit) HMO HealthCare.
Ars Longa
16 hrs ago
#35
Rule: If even one Democrat can be used to suppress support for the whole party, we're off to the races.
betsuni
9 hrs ago
#93
Oh alright ...OK, from now on.... you get TWO bread crusts a day-- instead of ONE.
Ars Longa
15 hrs ago
#43
Every one of these candidates is the Democratic candidate in their district.
yardwork
13 hrs ago
#61
I'm for socialism, taxing the billionaires into nonexistence, labor's freedom of movement equals capital's
Prairie Gates
14 hrs ago
#50
Please corect tthe headline. These people are not at the "center" of anything.
Bluetus
14 hrs ago
#56
I suggest putting it in quotes then, because it is an opinion of theirs, certainly not a fact.
Bluetus
12 hrs ago
#75
Not just tepid dishwater - sour sink water that's been sitting there for three days with grease and soap in it . . .
hatrack
12 hrs ago
#68
PTA is Vague Classic "No Labels" stuff : Zero mention of Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid--
Ars Longa
12 hrs ago
#70
The question is what are we going to do make difference in peoples lives.
everyonematters
11 hrs ago
#79