The Republicans are accusing the Democrats, who let them pretty much have their way with everything, of being obstructionist by not allowing the vote on four extreme judges which, if they do, will amount to those judges being voted in due to a lack of a dissenting voice in the Republican party.
You know what? If they want the Democrats to play obstructionists, then the Democrats should do so. Much like the put upon workers that they claim to represent, the Dems need to stand up to big business and big Republicans and go on strike. From now on, nothing happens. The Dems can't pass legislation they want, so no legislation passes. The Dems can't have judges they want, so no judges. Nothing happens until the Repugs understand what real obstructionism is. Be upfront about it and let the people of America know what is going on. Let them understand that our carefully devised system of checks and balances has been torn asunder and all the Dems can do to hold our democracy intact is dissent. People in this country profess to love the underdog. The Dems have to wear that identity at all times and loudly. I'd like to see Senators and Representatives on the steps of the capital with picket signs loudly decrying the infamies of this government.
Let the repugs cross the picket line...America hates scabs.
This isn't just about judges. It is about the Republicans controlling all aspects of our lives. At least 50% of this country that voted did not vote for this. Democrats should actively filibuster ALL legislation that the Republicans introduce and put a stop to ALL judicial nominees. Let the Republicans know that their thug tactics will no longer be accepted.