• NewLeaf@hexbear.net
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    8 months ago

    I hope libs get their veto proof majority and sitting president just so they can finally see that it won’t make a difference.

    • InevitableSwing [none/use name]@hexbear.netOP
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      8 months ago

      Look, voters were smart enough about democracy to give the democrats a veto-proof majority. However - the filibuster still exists and Senators Asshole, Stymied, and Neolib just aren’t onboard with the plans to codify Roe. That’s the reality right now. But what Biden can do is sign an executive order that sets aspirational goals on abortion so that…

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        8 months ago

        One thing republicans get right is their party are all on board with their stated goals. The only reason you wouldn’t be aiming for that is because you want to be controlled opposition so you can fundraise.