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So Feinstein introduced assault weapon ban legislation, however, I heard she was against any real (Original Post) still_one Jan 2013 OP
It makes you wonder how badly she really wants either. NYC_SKP Jan 2013 #1
Ironic, isn't it? nick of time Jan 2013 #2
She also voted for the Bush tax cuts and the Iraq war RandiFan1290 Jan 2013 #3
We are our own worst enemy at times it seems still_one Jan 2013 #5
... and a constitutional amendment to ban flag-burning. BlueCheese Jan 2013 #6
Political theater. earthside Jan 2013 #4
 

nick of time

(651 posts)
2. Ironic, isn't it?
Thu Jan 24, 2013, 07:53 PM
Jan 2013

She wants an AWB, but votes against the the one reform that could make it possible.
You just can't make this stuff up.

earthside

(6,960 posts)
4. Political theater.
Thu Jan 24, 2013, 07:54 PM
Jan 2013

She gets the 'best' of both worlds: the credit for being 'bold' and introducing the plan, but knowing full well that she will not have to live under the political consequences of its implementation.

And people wonder why Americans have become so cynical towards Congress.

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