We need to keep standing behind progressives to make sure that the bill reported out includes real reform, not a mere windfall for the insurers and drug companies. As Rep Kucinich says, it’s not yet time to say he’ll vote “no” on the final bill. But he’s not very optimistic.
I do take to heart the advice of my Wetmachine colleague Harold Feld, who constantly reminds us that whining and hand-wringing don’t help. What really matters is getting involved and supporting the people who are doing the right things. As soon as I post this I’m going to call Rep. Delahunt’s office. He’s signed the Progressives letter to President Obama saying he won’t vote for a bill that doesn’t have the American Option (AKA “public option”), and in general I’m very happy with his voting recordd. But his name doesn’t appear on the Progressive Caucus letterhead, so I’m not sure if he’s in danger of “backslidin’”. Now’s the time to dig in, sez I.
Get Ready for the 2022 Season of Spectrum Wars! by Harold March 15, 2022 It isn't the sultry Regency drama of Bridgerton, the action psycho-drama of Moon Knight, or even the, um, whatever the heck Human Resources is. But…
A story about one of the deepest experiences of my life, from nearly 50 years ago. It's about the most remote place on Earth that I've ever been to, and what I found there. #senegal #peacecorps https://johnsundman.substack.com/p/the-dark-side-of-the-hut-50-years?sd=pf
Police violence has now resulted in the National Guard being put on standby in multiple states.
In Georgia, 1000 troops are readying to deploy following the shooting death of a forest defender. Numerous other states (incl MN) due to Tyre Nichols being beat to death by cops
A story about one of the deepest experiences of my life, from nearly 50 years ago. It's about the most remote place on Earth that I've ever been to, and what I found there. #senegal #peacecorps https://johnsundman.substack.com/p/the-dark-side-of-the-hut-50-years?sd=pf
