John Fetterman Hits Back At Rumors That He's Planning To Leave The Democratic Party

[Celerity]

https://ca.news.yahoo.com/john-fetterman-hits-back-rumors-140206288.html



Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) has moved to dispel concerns that he is planning on leaving the Democratic Party while Republicans are now fully in control of the federal government.

In an interview with Semafor on Monday evening, Fetterman called the rumors circulating on social media “amateur hour shit.”

The senator explained that he has no plans to follow in the footsteps of former Sens. Kyrsten Sinema (I-Ariz.) or Joe Manchin (I-W.Va.), who switched their party affiliation, registering as independents.

“It’s not gonna happen,” Fetterman said. “And even if I wanted to do that, that is a rocket sled to Palookaville to try to switch. I would make a pretty bad Republican.”

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[Walleye]

1. Yeah, John, be sure and insult us for being concerned about it

He does seem to be catching onto the Republican Maga way.

[karynnj]

4. I don't see anyone other than people making stuff up who are insulted

I would take this as intending to reassure Democrats. His point that he would make a poor Republican might be completely true as he does not fall in line and that seems required on their side.

[Walleye]

21. Yeah, it's not like we ever had a Joe Manchin or Krysten Sinema in our party

[Sundance1220]

18. He's insulting those who are making up shit

Are YOU making up shit?

[Walleye]

19. OK, so now you're insulting

[Sundance1220]

24. And now you know why Sen Fetterman

said what he did. Class dismissed.

[Climate Crusader]

2. Let me know when he's joined the Democratic party.

That will be news.

[SheltieLover]

3. Then he should demonstrate unity with Dems by voting accordingly!

Actions speak MUCH louder than words.

[Paladin]

5. Yeah, God forbid he should do Democrats any favors.

"Amateur hour shit" is the very definition of Fetterman's professional life.

[dalton99a]

6. Symptoms to Look for: Fetterman will wear pants the day he joins the GOP

[MineralMan]

7. Seems to me that he left already.

[Diamond_Dog]

8. I find this somewhat reassuring but am cautious to really believe it.

[lastlib]

9. Reserving judgment to be based on actions.........

watch this space, as a greater mind than mine often says.

If he is going to claim to be a Democrat, he should conduct himself as one.

[William769]

10. Agreed.

[themaguffin]

11. I was a fan, and defended him after his stroke. Sorry, he can go fuck himself.

[BoRaGard]

12. "a rocket sled to Palookaville"

a phrase that will live in famy!

[sakabatou]

13. His actions don't help him

[tenderfoot]

14. He's not leaving just voting with Republicans on every given chance.

eom

[republianmushroom]

15. DINO ?/!

We shall see in time.

[Mr. Sparkle]

16. I would be upset at loosing the seat, i would not be upset loosing Fetterman

[Oopsie Daisy]

17. I expect he'll be a one-term senator. Maybe Conor Lamb will try again *

* he certainly has a demeanor and professionalism that I'd expect a US Senator to have. Lamb would show respect for the institution and for his constituents... and for himself. Lamb the type of person who would want to be known for his accomplishments rather than his choice of inappropriate attire or having a potty-mouth. Lamb checks all the boxes and definitely possesses many of those good qualities and positive traits.

[Deep State Witch]

23. People Here on DU

Were all in for Fetterman, and said that Conor Lamb was a DINO. And Malcolm Kenyatta, while a great progressive, was not going to win, period. Now that he's won a statewide office, he'll have a better chance.

I'm hoping that either Lamb or Kenyatta primary Fetterman. Or maybe Bob Casey will?

[Oopsie Daisy]

25. Those are very astute observations. I commend your bravery in being able to speak so candidly.

You speak for me as well as many others, who, for obvious reasons, aren't as outspoken or blunt.

[Deep State Witch]

29. I'm Not Feeling Well

And have even less filter than usual.

[Lemons UK]

20. He can leave. Yesterday.

[Autumn]

22. You seem to be doing pretty good for Republicans now.

[doc03]

26. John there are rumors you may switch Republican because recently you

have been acting like a Republican

[Paladin]

27. Why would we expect Fetterman to do what's proper, at this point?

I gave up hope of such a thing happening, some time ago. I suggest others do the same---save your optimistic hopes and actions for somebody worthwhile. Fetterman can't even dress himself properly, much less behave like a responsible, effective Democrat.

[Bookreadingliberal53]

28. His wife is a naturalized citizen

I wonder if he’s kissing up to trump because he’s afraid her citizenship is going to be stripped and she’ll be deported back to Brazil.