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In reply to the discussion: Refusing to vote for Biden doesn't punish Biden - it punishes me and my family. nt [View all]usonian
(27,064 posts)Democrats gotta learn, because the other side learned and is doing what they can to repeat that disaster.
That only benefitted the rich, and Uncle Vlad.
Just in case they forget, here's the GOP "platform":
https://democraticunderground.com/?com=view_post&forum=1002&pid=18813308
Government dictates what you read, your religion and your private life. Period trackers mandatory, and report to the government.
Devastating climate change.
A deadly all-out war on the rights of women.
More welfare for the rich.
Americans pitted against each other along lines of race, color, religion, gender, sexuality, and income. Vilification of blacks, Jews, Muslims, lgbtq+ , homeless, and women of strength, with increasing violence, even murder against them.
Private health care companies deny needed treatments to save money. (Death panels are here!)
The wealthy pay even less in taxes.
Every civil right is eroded by clown judges living in the 18th century rewriting the constitution.
Worker's rights and benefits reduced in order to create greater profits for businesses.
Safety nets removed, so that homeless, and jobless people are left to die on the streets.
More, more, more of culture war.
GUNS, everywhere, with no limitations or requirements. Kids get them freely.
Minorities and women blamed for every imaginable blip.
Support of authoritarian regimes across the globe, who eagerly imprison, "re-educate", murder and commit atrocities on others.
Lies, hate speech and threats are welcomed on "social media" and given support by government officials.
Medical care and prescription drug costs skyrocket. (and more ... )