Given the failure of the Trump Administration to articulate a coherent policy message or to enact significant legislation, you would think the Democrats would be rising to the occasion, forming a loyal opposition party that explained their alternative vision. You would be wrong. Here’s why.
Our Two Parties, Explained
Ted Rall
Ted Rall is a syndicated political cartoonist for Andrews McMeel Syndication, WhoWhatWhy.org and Counterpoint. He is a frequent contributor to The Wall Street Journal, a graphic novelist and author of many books of art and prose, and an occasional war correspondent. He is, recently, the author of the graphic novel "The Stringer."
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Ted, you’ve just saved innumerable school districts in the US immense amounts of money – they will no longer need to purchase textbooks in what I believe is called «Civics», given that you’ve managed to encapsulate all that citizens need to know about hos the country is run in four brief frames….
Henri
Speaking of school districts (= Department of Education), I read recently that the “ineffective” DeVos might resign or risk being fired. Is that so, or is it just wishful thinking on my part? 😀
Be careful what you wish for, mein verehrter Lehrer ; she might be replaced by her «effective» brother !… 😉
Henri
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Ms Devos maiden name is Prince and a certain Erik Dean Prince is her brother….
Henri
Devos → DeVos’…
Democrats run on the promise to appoint people-friendly Supreme Court justices.
Republicans tell them NO, then “helpless” hapless Democrats whimperingly say OK.
Like taking candy from a baby.
And they sell themselves the great protectors and hope for America’s future.
Democratic leadership amounts to leading the people into subservience.
They tell the people, Relax,we are in control, and once the people relax they let Republicans roll over them.
Thereby doing their part to preserve the status quo or bend it even further in favour of the super rich, who run the country. Let us hope they are appropriately rewarded, both in this life and in that to come, to which US politicians love to appeal….
Henri
But of course, when «Democrats» like Hillary Diane Rodham Clinton don’t win, it’s the fault of the Russians, and not at all due to their own efforts. Only Russians posting on Facebook can rig US elections !…
Henri
It never ceases to amaze me that there are still people who think that there’s a difference between the Republicans and Democrats.
Our only hope lies in the fact that the GOP is committing suicide. Who knows – mebbe the dummycrats can pass some pro-human legislation in the face of zero opposition. (Or nah.)
Only if it means more money in their own pockets.
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‘k.
Christmas is coming – all the regulars could chip in and buy a politician for Ted. I ‘spect they’ll be selling out cheap in the next couple months.