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In reply to the discussion: Message auto-removed [View all]Zambero
(8,964 posts)Given the choices of less-than-perfect and completely unacceptable, the choice is not too difficult. The Republican strategy in Congress from 2009 on has been 100% obstructionist, blocking or attempting to block any and all significant legislation that could put Obama and Democrats in a positive light. And at the same time blame Obama for things not getting done, save executive orders in which case he is labeled as a "lawless tyrant". The GOP goal is to increase their power in 2014 by energizing their own base with phony scandals and contrived conspiracies, while dampening enthusiasm and voter turnout on the left. After reading your post and a number of others, I would regretfully acknowledge that they seem to know exactly what they're doing and might just pull it off.