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In reply to the discussion: What the fuck is wrong with Congress? [View all]BumRushDaShow
(159,264 posts)45. Do you watch CSPAN?
They do give speeches that all go into the Congressional Record but don't expect CNN or MSNBC to suddenly break into their broadcasts to devote time to showing most Democrats outside of the more "well known" ones and DU will complain that they are "talking to an empty chamber" (when they speak during "Special Orders" time in the House or "Morning Business" in the Senate).
Rep. Al Green has his own YouTube channel where he uploads his remarks. E.g., from Tuesday (6/10/25) -
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It's run by F...ing cowards, just like "general bone spurs. Or if they prefer, "dJohnTACOalso a coward.
usaf-vet
Jun 11
#25
Their ONLY principle is maintaining power. They know full well what's going on, but actively choose to do nothing.
Karasu
Jun 11
#19
Cowardice beyond a certain point becomes treason. The Republicans are past that point.
hay rick
Jun 11
#11
Yeah its like they are in session all the time but nothing ever gets done for the people of this country.
milestogo
Jun 11
#14
Decades of republicans electing people to Congress who's real purpose is to tear it down...
Wounded Bear
Jun 11
#20
Not sure, but some Republicans are behaving as though they know they won't have to face
GoodRaisin
Jun 11
#41