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In reply to the discussion: i don't think Jeffries understands the new reality. Mamdani doesn't need the party. the party needs him. [View all]
Buddyzbuddy
(3,035 posts)50. You had a choice Congressman.
You've chosen wrong. Progressives have always been here choosing between what we want and what we can get. This is the result. You can move with us or eventually you might not have a choice. Your predecessor chose you with the support of the old guard. Well, it's time for a changing of the guard. It can be painful and disruptive or you can choose to fight this fight with us.
But, know that there is change coming.
The minorities and youth of American can no longer be taken for granted.
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i don't think Jeffries understands the new reality. Mamdani doesn't need the party. the party needs him. [View all]
demmiblue
18 hrs ago
OP
I think that would be a GOOD thing - put numbers to theories about what the majority of Dems want. nt
Blasphemer
15 hrs ago
#69
He has said he has no ambitions beyond being mayor. But we'll see how that goes.
Scrivener7
17 hrs ago
#14
Yes, pushing an imaginary war as if there's a huge ideological/moral Grand Canyon in the party does not help progress.
betsuni
12 hrs ago
#74
His job is to count votes & keep the caucus together, not necessarily be a great progressive spokesperson for the party
LymphocyteLover
16 hrs ago
#41
Jeez just say Congratulations to the winners and that you welcome them into the House and are eager to work together.
Nanjeanne
16 hrs ago
#52
Well that's true but their districts are solidly blue and it would be rare to lose. Besides optimism in their win would
Nanjeanne
3 hrs ago
#90
"The socialists saw Roosevelt's liberalism as applying Band-Aides to capitalism to save it from a political
betsuni
4 hrs ago
#85
If would be nice if for just once, the centrist Democrats would wake up, smell the coffee, read the room, etc.
Fil1957
15 hrs ago
#65
It's called politics. But it's against the law to pass up any opportunity to call Democrats corrupt or stupid.
betsuni
11 hrs ago
#76
Polarizing the party helps Republicans wreck the country and ensures no progress.
betsuni
10 hrs ago
#83