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2016 Postmortem
In reply to the discussion: Flipping The Script: Questions For Sanders Supporters [View all]JCanete
(5,272 posts)27. Cool. Step one) agree that we want these things.
State in unequivocal terms that those are the things we intend to implement; a strong acknowledgment that these policies would be better for us long term. No apologizing or giving in to any narrative that tries to make it sound impossible or wrong for America.
Step two) watch as the general public gets on board with the idea. If the whole of the DNC were pushing this agenda rather than fighting it, the groundswell would be even greater than it already is with just Bernie sending out the rallying cry. Note: Since the DNC isn't behind these ideas, step two is to get the groundswell to put pressure on the DNC to adapt to the demands of an increasingly active voter block of liberal democrats and independents. (I think they'd rather tear the democratic party apart than to adapt, but at least they'll understand the stakes).
Step three) Put our collective energy into figuring out the answers to your questions, though I'm not sure I give a crap about economic growth if its at the expense of the environment and if it all goes into the pockets of the global 1 percent.
I do understand that the GOP will stand in the way of these policy changes. The sad part is that so will the DNC. What I don't understand is what you think Hillary will offer that's good, that the GOP won't stand in the way of. What would she be willing to give up for some token good that she can call her legacy? I'll grant you though, whatever she offers up, she'll have DNC support on it.
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I think people forget how college entry is severely restricted in nations where it is free.....
bettyellen
Apr 2016
#3
Improving public education and Bernie's plan are not mutually exclusive. Both are needed.
Armstead
Apr 2016
#30
We are smart enough to figure out every one of those. I have more faith in America
Armstead
Apr 2016
#50
"If a kid doesn't set goals and work to meet them, it is not society's job to force them."
bettyellen
Apr 2016
#51
1. Minimum wage. There's no reason NYC shouldn't be able to raise their minimum wage to $20.50 ...
Scuba
Apr 2016
#8
Because he knows and his supporters know that for his political revolution to be ...
Scuba
Apr 2016
#14
Success relies on us. If we go into a deal already retreating we will not go far enough to move them.
The Wielding Truth
Apr 2016
#26
I'm not sure what your point is, if you have one, but seems to me that one should be able to ...
Scuba
Apr 2016
#55
The figures should show the one-bedroom housing wage rather than the two-bedroom housing wage
oberliner
Apr 2016
#56
"Clean energy renewables"? Tell that to the people with wells contaminated by fracking.
Binkie The Clown
Apr 2016
#13
Yep. We must be smart enough to be able to use renewables. Not in 20 years but now.
The Wielding Truth
Apr 2016
#28
The composition of congress is immaterial to the goals and principles POTUS holds and articulates.
lumberjack_jeff
Apr 2016
#39
Hillary has campaigned as the pragmatic, incremental candidate. She can work with this congress.
lumberjack_jeff
Apr 2016
#45
I would consider it a success if he can move the terms of the discussion.
lumberjack_jeff
Apr 2016
#57
So the DNC supports these things if what we're talking about is not actually getting these things?nt
JCanete
Apr 2016
#58
Don't want this to be neglected, because appreciate your attempt to discuss issues......
Armstead
Apr 2016
#31
Nothing any Democrat ever proposes will get anywhere unless there are such changes
Armstead
Apr 2016
#48
Not a suppporter of either candidate... my vote is my business, but you want to discuss policy sure
nadinbrzezinski
Apr 2016
#36