When I read about my Democratic Senator's Yea vote on ending debate on the bankruptcy bill, it steamed me enough to write my first letter to an elected official, of many to come.
I did this earlier today, and in light of kos's later apologetics attempting to rationalize this behavior - I understand all of these realities, and that's why there's no four letter words or outright accusation in my little epistle. That's why I concede that, although the bill might not be defeated, continued debate and the threat of filibuster might reach a compromise less damaging to working-class families, or at least keep the bill "in the news cycle" and continue to raise public awareness of how one-sided it is.
My only hope is to let my representative know, "I'm watching, so at least try to live your principles even when political realities intervene."
Will update diary when response is received.
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