• @astronaut_sloth@mander.xyz
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    1016 days ago

    I already know the vote will fail, and even if it doesn’t the Senate won’t convict. But, Jesus, the Democrats need to do something. Even a symbolic gesture is welcome, and it’s better if it can gum up the works and make Trump’s agenda come to a screeching halt.

    • Cousin Mose
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      016 days ago

      I very much agree but can I just say any time they do a symbolic gesture 90% of Lemmy loses their shit too?

      • NoneOfUrBusiness
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        615 days ago

        Because they shouldn’t be doing only symbolic gestures; they should be doing things that matter. Symbolic gestures are nice in addition to that, but when all they’re doing is one symbolic gesture every few weeks or months while bending over the rest of the time you’ve got a problem.

        • @disguy_ovahea@lemmy.world
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          15 days ago

          They’re the most effective way to increase our numbers. Everyone has an opinion on the internet, yet most people still watch protests on their phones. The people who sit out protests at times like this are often the same ones who sit out midterm elections.

          • @GuyFawkes@midwest.social
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            115 days ago

            I’ve already told my Rep (one of the 128) that I’m supporting her primary opponent (if there is one); should she be the name on the ballot I’m skipping her. She’s part of the Dems that had a chance to do something 2021-2023 and squandered the opportunity, leading to what we have now. Why the hell would I continue to support her?