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(22,976 posts)That is, the exact opposite of Trump and his nihilistic band of thieves. Direct frontal assaults are brave and exciting and yes, well-deserved, but it all has to play well in the battleground states come November 2020.
Im not criticizing anyone in particular, because this should apply to ALL Democrats and progressives at this dark moment in our history. I am NOT thinking something like, oh, lets keep a low profile so were more likeable. Hell no! Rather, Im thinking that acting *strategically* and in disciplined, coordinated fashion will be of greater value in salvaging democracy. Be the adults in the room, adults who are sick of the fascist government with which were all saddled.
Tear the hell out of 45, but do it in an adult fashion. It is feasible. Remember Obama leading Mitt Romney into a box canyon with the pitch-perfect Please proceed, governor? Thats how to win.