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In reply to the discussion: Democrats are holding on to the horns of a dilemma. [View all]PufPuf23
(8,775 posts)18. Then why has Pelosi been consistent in making public statements moving public opinion
away from impeachment rather than aggressively towards impeachment?
Recall that Speaker Pelosi too impeachment off the table regards GWB.
Pelosi could have strongly suggested that members of the Democratic caucus support impeachment and go one by one to educate their own constituents starting well over a year ago.
It is a Speakers job to influence public opinion and lead the Democratic party and nation on the correct course.
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one thing is certain. There will be reckoning on decisions made. no avoiding that.
Kurt V.
Sep 2019
#3
Whether she likes it or not she is the current face of the party, not just Speaker of the House
Brawndo
Sep 2019
#11
If The speaker not saying the right words while the judiciary committee actually proceeds with impea
StarfishSaver
Sep 2019
#14
Then why has Pelosi been consistent in making public statements moving public opinion
PufPuf23
Sep 2019
#18
How do you know Pelosi isn't talking privately with members of her caucus
StarfishSaver
Sep 2019
#19
It's only a dilemma for those who don't understand the issues that Trump has blocked all documents
OnDoutside
Sep 2019
#31