Questioning American Politics?

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Did our continental plates shift? Did we just decide to become a country that establishes a selected monarchy on the will of a few? What happened to voting? What happened to our elected officials? Do they blindly follow the party? Do political parties not hold elections anymore? These questions have unfolded since President Joe Biden stepped down from the democratic election. It's up to us, the concerned American citizens, to question and demand answers about this shift in our political landscape. 
When did America become a monarchy? The " hierarchy" in the democratic party forced a democratically elected President who won the primary to step down from office. The time to decide was a year ago. However, they did nothing, and we, the people, are in a situation that we never asked. I am demanding answers. To some of these valid questions?

 

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luv2 said:

It is either VP Harris or former President Trump. This is hard place meet rock.

This is an easy choice, in my view.  One of the two candidates lies about elections and tried to overturn results after he lost in 2020. Nothing cancels that example of dangerous and un-American thinking.  Trump is unfit for office in every conceivable way.  

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nursej22 said:

I know this is going to sound snarky, but you seem naive about how government works.

The VP serves as the President of the Senate, but does not serve in a leadership role. That is up  the majority leader (currently Schumer), and the minority leader, 

( McConnell). And the archaic rule of requiring 60 votes to advance a bill out of committee, aka, filibuster, stops a lot from getting done. 

I am well-versed in the intricacies of government operations. I want to ask: Did the Affordable Care Act (ACA) pass solely on its merits, or did President Biden, then Vice President under Obama, play a significant role in its passage?

Furthermore, I believe the Biden administration could have done more to push for progressive legislation, such as immigration reform and student loan forgiveness. Specifically, they could have applied more significant pressure on Republican leadership, including Senator McConnell, through tactics like town hall meetings, press conferences, and appearances on conservative news outlets to build public support and sway opinion. By doing so, they generated more momentum for these critical issues.

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toomuchbaloney said:

This is an easy choice, in my view.  One of the two candidates lies about elections and tried to overturn results after he lost in 2020. Nothing cancels that example of dangerous and un-American thinking.  Trump is unfit for office in every conceivable way.  

You are right. I will vote for VP Harris. (there is no viable other option).

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luv2 said:

I am well-versed in the intricacies of government operations. I want to ask: Did the Affordable Care Act (ACA) pass solely on its merits, or did President Biden, then Vice President under Obama, play a significant role in its passage?

Furthermore, I believe the Biden administration could have done more to push for progressive legislation, such as immigration reform and student loan forgiveness. Specifically, they could have applied more significant pressure on Republican leadership, including Senator McConnell, through tactics like town hall meetings, press conferences, and appearances on conservative news outlets to build public support and sway opinion. By doing so, they generated more momentum for these critical issues.

Biden wasn't good enough so Trump appears to be a reasonable choice?  Is that the argument you are forwarding? 

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toomuchbaloney said:

Biden wasn't good enough so Trump appears to be a reasonable choice?  Is that the argument you are forwarding? 

I am not suggesting that President Biden was not good enough or that Trump is a reasonable choice. Instead, I am arguing that the Biden administration could have done more to push for progressive legislation, such as immigration reform and student loan forgiveness, by applying greater pressure on Republican leadership and using various tactics to build public support.

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luv2 said:

I am not suggesting that President Biden was not good enough or that Trump is a reasonable choice. Instead, I am arguing that the Biden administration could have done more to push for progressive legislation, such as immigration reform and student loan forgiveness, by applying greater pressure on Republican leadership and using various tactics to build public support.

I think that Biden got some really important things done in a time when the Republican party under Trump's leadership is belligerent and consumed with politics rather than governing. 

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toomuchbaloney said:

I think that Biden got some really important things done in a time when the Republican party under Trump's leadership is belligerent and consumed with politics rather than governing. 

 

 

Yes, but it wasn't enough. The administration should have applied more pressure and brought the issue directly to the people. I believe Vice President Harris should have hold town halls across all media networks, engaging both liberal and conservative audiences. There is still enough time to keep these town halls nationwide and make her case. I have decided to support VP Harris because of what former President Trump has said publicly.

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luv2 said:

I am well-versed in the intricacies of government operations. I want to ask: Did the Affordable Care Act (ACA) pass solely on its merits, or did President Biden, then Vice President under Obama, play a significant role in its 

The ACÁ passed because Obama has a democratic majority in the House and Senate. Biden has not.

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nursej22 said:

The ACÁ passed because Obama has a democratic majority in the House and Senate. Biden has not.

Please do not rewrite history. President Biden was instrumental in helping to negotiate and secure the votes needed to pass the ACA, particularly in the Senate. His relationships with senators and his ability to build consensus were crucial in overcoming opposition and achieving a historic victory for healthcare reform. 

As the Presidential nominee, Vice President Harris should be more visible and engage with the public through various formats like town halls, picnics, apple cider gatherings, and interviews. This will help her connect with voters, share her vision, and articulate her plans for the country.

By doing so, she can:

1. Showcase her leadership style and personality
2. Share her policy proposals and priorities
3. Build trust and rapport with voters
4. Demonstrate her ability to communicate complex ideas simply
5. Provide a clear contrast to former President Trump 

The top 10 priorities for her first 100 days in office should be clearly outlined and communicated to the public. This will help voters understand her focus and commitment to addressing critical issues.

Some potential town hall and interview topics could include:

1. Economic growth and job creation
2. Healthcare reform and affordability- 
3. Climate change and environmental protection
4. Education and student loan reform
5. Immigration and border policy
6. Racial justice  how to support the police in the country ( creating a mental health division)
7. Foreign policy and national security
8. Infrastructure development and investment
9. Social justice and equality
10. Government transparency and accountability

By being more visible and engaging with voters, Vice President Harris can build momentum and excitement for her candidacy, and demonstrate her readiness to lead the country forward.

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luv2 said:

Please do not rewrite history. 

As the Presidential nominee, Vice President Harris should be more visible and engage with the public through various formats like town halls, picnics, apple cider gatherings, and interviews. This will help her connect with voters, share her vision, and articulate her plans for the country.

 

By being more visible and engaging with voters, Vice President Harris can build momentum and excitement for her candidacy, and demonstrate her readiness to lead the country forward.

Are you saying that Obama didn't have a democratic majority when the ACÁ passed? 
Harris and Walz have limited time to campaign. It appears to me that they are reaching a great deal of voters with their rallies. Of course, they need to concentrate on the swing states. They recently did a bus tour of Georgia, to engage with voters. And they just did an interview on CNN. 
writing policy statements takes time and effort. It's not like she has the Heritage Foundation to write them for her. 

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luv2 said:

By being more visible and engaging with voters, Vice President Harris can build momentum and excitement for her candidacy, and demonstrate her readiness to lead the country forward.

I understand that Biden/Harris fell short in their progressive agenda.  But, I'm not understanding the quote above.  She's been nothing but visible since the announcement.  So much so I'm getting sick of her.  She recently was in Georgia where thousands attended her rallies and she stopped an engaged with businesses.

 https://www.npr.org/2024/08/28/nx-s1-5090862/harris-walz-georgia-bus

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nursej22 said:

Are you saying that Obama didn't have a democratic majority when the ACÁ passed? 
Harris and Walz have limited time to campaign. It appears to me that they are reaching a great deal of voters with their rallies. Of course, they need to concentrate on the swing states. They recently did a bus tour of Georgia, to engage with voters. And they just did an interview on CNN. 
writing policy statements takes time and effort. It's not like she has the Heritage Foundation to write them for her. 

Traditional "swing states" might be a misguided strategy, as it was for Hillary Clinton in 2016. By concentrating on a few key states, campaigns might overlook opportunities to build support and make inroads in other areas.

This approach can lead to:

1. Neglecting demographic shifts and changes in voter behavior
2. Overlooking potential support in non-traditional swing states
3. Failing to build a broader, more diverse coalition
4. Allowing opponents to gain traction in overlooked areas

A more comprehensive approach might involve:

1. Expanding the map to include non-traditional swing states
2. Investing in grassroots organizing and community engagement
3. Building a diverse coalition of supporters
4. Developing targeted messaging and outreach strategies

 

Some states like New York, New Jersey, Arizona  may go red and states.

 

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