Third way democrat relative says progressives and liberals [View all]

[abelenkpe]

are foolish not to put entitlement cuts on the table.

Here is his fb post:

"In the recent election, voters endorsed balance and compromise and sacrifice from all but the destitute. They want our government to stop posturing and function. If progressives decide that voters chose only the liberal view, they are as delusional as the tea bag adherents became after 2010 and I will tear up my Democratic party membership and become an independent."

Any help in a response?

He is in his late 60's, had a steady government job and was able to retire. I don't think he understands how impossible such a life is for younger generations. How betrayed younger generations feel at the idea of cuts after a lifetime of less secure job situations, no pensions, longer hours etc etc. The working class has already made sacrifices and continues to do so in this horrid economy accepting less and working harder. I say no discussion of further cuts to entitlements until the wealthy and corporations are made to pay their fair share, until defense spending has been cut and there is more oversight of defense contractors spending. Only after such sacrifices have been made by those who have sacrificed nothing can we discuss further cuts to entitlements.

I'm sure he wouldn't give up his ss or medicare. Why is he asking younger generations who are already looking at the very real possibility of never being able to retire to give up theirs?

Any help appreciated.