The Democratic Party, the Bailout Bill, and Movement Politics

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Saturday October 04, 2008 · 7:28 PM PDT

2008/10/04 · 19:28

ElBlot is in a tough position. He fought against the bailout bill, which was passed on the votes of his own party, the Democrats who control both houses of Congress. His nominee, Barack Obama, was said to have been instrumental in turning Democratic votes in favor of the bill.

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Thursday September 25, 2008 · 6:41 AM PDT

2008/09/25 · 06:41

Many feel that the issues surrounding the proposed bailout of Wall Street are too complex for ordinary citizens to understand. I believe that the issue is simple: the political leadership in Washington is asking us to borrow money to give to Wall Street firms in order to prevent an economic crisis.

The response of this citizen is equally simple: No Sale.

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Wednesday October 18, 2006 · 4:11 PM PDT

2006/10/18 · 16:11

I have been besieged with Repubclican television ads in Philadelphia accusing Democratic candidates of wanting to raise taxes. The reality is, given our current fiscal situation lowering taxes was not responsible and is simply putting a huge burden on our childern and grandchildren for things we refuse to pay for today.

Maybe we should stop ignoring the issue and throw it back in their face. Read More

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Thursday September 28, 2006 · 1:46 PM PDT

2006/09/28 · 13:46

I am taking the actions of the United States Congress this week personally. Read More

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