Democrats Are Not the Working-Class Party: For years, we’ve been told that the Democratic Party is the party of the working class. Democrats have traditionally been associated with the...

Parky60 Loc: People's Republic of Illinois

For years, we’ve been told that the Democratic Party is the party of the working class. Democrats have traditionally been associated with the workers' unions and government programs that are aimed at assisting middle-to low-income families. I would submit to you that this association is built on faulty ground.

Democratic elected officials in Washington have made a few major policy decisions that have had tremendous negative effects on middle-to low-income families.

First, former Presidents Clinton and Obama spent their p**********l terms negotiating trade agreements that t***sferred American jobs to countries far away. This has left our manufacturing sector decimated with empty factories across America. Former President Trump did much to restore American manufacturing jobs by renegotiating trade agreements. Now, President Biden is doing everything in his power to reverse the Trump-era policies. Negotiating unfair trade agreements that open the door for foreign countries to produce and import materials cheaper than American factories ultimately hurts blue-collar workers. American companies ended up relocating their manufacturing facilities overseas, in the name of saving said company money, while their American workers got laid off. This is the story of millions of blue-collar American workers in recent decades.

Second, Democratic policymakers decided in the 1960s under President Lyndon B. Johnson that it was the role of the government to help anyone in need, no matter what. As a result, Congress implemented much of what President Johnson billed the Great Society, a series of social welfare programs that birthed what we now know as the welfare state – a state where anyone who is in need, no matter the context, will receive aid from the federal government with little accountability in return. While some of these policies have obviously aided Americans who are in genuine need of short-term assistance, most have created this mass of government programs that often discourage work instead of encouraging unemployed Americans to find work. Democratic politicians have created an entire generation that relies heavily on the government for their next meal. Work is dignifying, and when government policy discourages work, it deprives certain individuals of that dignity.

As a result, we now have what is known as generational poverty induced by our own federal government – all in the name of helping people.

And lastly, because of i*****l i*********n – which has been permitted by our very own government for decades – millions of blue-collar jobs have been taken by i*****l a***ns. Therefore, Americans who would typically have these jobs are now without work. Another result of i*****l i*********n is stagnant wages for American blue-collar workers because companies can pay i*****l i*******ts less than they have to pay an American citizen.

The Democratic Party isn’t the party of the working class. Instead, Democrats have instituted policies that aid other countries and encourage unemployment. We need policymakers that put America first, aid American workers, and incentivize companies that invest in the American economy. This is what’s best for our fellow Americans.

okie don

Parky60 wrote:

For years, we’ve been told that the Democratic Party is the party of the working class. Democrats have traditionally been associated with the workers' unions and government programs that are aimed at assisting middle-to low-income families. I would submit to you that this association is built on faulty ground.

Democratic elected officials in Washington have made a few major policy decisions that have had tremendous negative effects on middle-to low-income families.

First, former Presidents Clinton and Obama spent their p**********l terms negotiating trade agreements that t***sferred American jobs to countries far away. This has left our manufacturing sector decimated with empty factories across America. Former President Trump did much to restore American manufacturing jobs by renegotiating trade agreements. Now, President Biden is doing everything in his power to reverse the Trump-era policies. Negotiating unfair trade agreements that open the door for foreign countries to produce and import materials cheaper than American factories ultimately hurts blue-collar workers. American companies ended up relocating their manufacturing facilities overseas, in the name of saving said company money, while their American workers got laid off. This is the story of millions of blue-collar American workers in recent decades.

Second, Democratic policymakers decided in the 1960s under President Lyndon B. Johnson that it was the role of the government to help anyone in need, no matter what. As a result, Congress implemented much of what President Johnson billed the Great Society, a series of social welfare programs that birthed what we now know as the welfare state – a state where anyone who is in need, no matter the context, will receive aid from the federal government with little accountability in return. While some of these policies have obviously aided Americans who are in genuine need of short-term assistance, most have created this mass of government programs that often discourage work instead of encouraging unemployed Americans to find work. Democratic politicians have created an entire generation that relies heavily on the government for their next meal. Work is dignifying, and when government policy discourages work, it deprives certain individuals of that dignity.

As a result, we now have what is known as generational poverty induced by our own federal government – all in the name of helping people.

And lastly, because of i*****l i*********n – which has been permitted by our very own government for decades – millions of blue-collar jobs have been taken by i*****l a***ns. Therefore, Americans who would typically have these jobs are now without work. Another result of i*****l i*********n is stagnant wages for American blue-collar workers because companies can pay i*****l i*******ts less than they have to pay an American citizen.

The Democratic Party isn’t the party of the working class. Instead, Democrats have instituted policies that aid other countries and encourage unemployment. We need policymakers that put America first, aid American workers, and incentivize companies that invest in the American economy. This is what’s best for our fellow Americans.

For years, we’ve been told that the Democratic Par... (show quote)

JFK said: " Ask not what your country can do for you but what you can do for your country".
Lyndon Johnson changed all this Democrat motto after JFK was assassinated.
Democrats have been 'takers' ever since.

Forkbassman Loc: Missouri

JFK: last Dem to cut taxes; he didn’t last long did he?

kemmer

Parky60 wrote:

For years, we’ve been told that the Democratic Party is the party of the working class. Democrats have traditionally been associated with the workers' unions and government programs that are aimed at assisting middle-to low-income families. I would submit to you that this association is built on faulty ground.

Democratic elected officials in Washington have made a few major policy decisions that have had tremendous negative effects on middle-to low-income families.

First, former Presidents Clinton and Obama spent their p**********l terms negotiating trade agreements that t***sferred American jobs to countries far away. This has left our manufacturing sector decimated with empty factories across America. Former President Trump did much to restore American manufacturing jobs by renegotiating trade agreements. Now, President Biden is doing everything in his power to reverse the Trump-era policies. Negotiating unfair trade agreements that open the door for foreign countries to produce and import materials cheaper than American factories ultimately hurts blue-collar workers. American companies ended up relocating their manufacturing facilities overseas, in the name of saving said company money, while their American workers got laid off. This is the story of millions of blue-collar American workers in recent decades.

Second, Democratic policymakers decided in the 1960s under President Lyndon B. Johnson that it was the role of the government to help anyone in need, no matter what. As a result, Congress implemented much of what President Johnson billed the Great Society, a series of social welfare programs that birthed what we now know as the welfare state – a state where anyone who is in need, no matter the context, will receive aid from the federal government with little accountability in return. While some of these policies have obviously aided Americans who are in genuine need of short-term assistance, most have created this mass of government programs that often discourage work instead of encouraging unemployed Americans to find work. Democratic politicians have created an entire generation that relies heavily on the government for their next meal. Work is dignifying, and when government policy discourages work, it deprives certain individuals of that dignity.

As a result, we now have what is known as generational poverty induced by our own federal government – all in the name of helping people.

And lastly, because of i*****l i*********n – which has been permitted by our very own government for decades – millions of blue-collar jobs have been taken by i*****l a***ns. Therefore, Americans who would typically have these jobs are now without work. Another result of i*****l i*********n is stagnant wages for American blue-collar workers because companies can pay i*****l i*******ts less than they have to pay an American citizen.

The Democratic Party isn’t the party of the working class. Instead, Democrats have instituted policies that aid other countries and encourage unemployment. We need policymakers that put America first, aid American workers, and incentivize companies that invest in the American economy. This is what’s best for our fellow Americans.

For years, we’ve been told that the Democratic Par... (show quote)

The Republican party is no longer interested in policy or governing; following McConnell, Republicans' sole focus now is seizing and maintaining power. Red States are busy purging minority v****g rolls and making it increasingly hard for minorities, the elderly, the poor, and students to v**e. This is their chosen route to victory because they have long abandoned any semblance of policy goals.

lpnmajor Loc: Arkansas

Parky60 wrote:

For years, we’ve been told that the Democratic Party is the party of the working class. Democrats have traditionally been associated with the workers' unions and government programs that are aimed at assisting middle-to low-income families. I would submit to you that this association is built on faulty ground.

Democratic elected officials in Washington have made a few major policy decisions that have had tremendous negative effects on middle-to low-income families.

First, former Presidents Clinton and Obama spent their p**********l terms negotiating trade agreements that t***sferred American jobs to countries far away. This has left our manufacturing sector decimated with empty factories across America. Former President Trump did much to restore American manufacturing jobs by renegotiating trade agreements. Now, President Biden is doing everything in his power to reverse the Trump-era policies. Negotiating unfair trade agreements that open the door for foreign countries to produce and import materials cheaper than American factories ultimately hurts blue-collar workers. American companies ended up relocating their manufacturing facilities overseas, in the name of saving said company money, while their American workers got laid off. This is the story of millions of blue-collar American workers in recent decades.

Second, Democratic policymakers decided in the 1960s under President Lyndon B. Johnson that it was the role of the government to help anyone in need, no matter what. As a result, Congress implemented much of what President Johnson billed the Great Society, a series of social welfare programs that birthed what we now know as the welfare state – a state where anyone who is in need, no matter the context, will receive aid from the federal government with little accountability in return. While some of these policies have obviously aided Americans who are in genuine need of short-term assistance, most have created this mass of government programs that often discourage work instead of encouraging unemployed Americans to find work. Democratic politicians have created an entire generation that relies heavily on the government for their next meal. Work is dignifying, and when government policy discourages work, it deprives certain individuals of that dignity.

As a result, we now have what is known as generational poverty induced by our own federal government – all in the name of helping people.

And lastly, because of i*****l i*********n – which has been permitted by our very own government for decades – millions of blue-collar jobs have been taken by i*****l a***ns. Therefore, Americans who would typically have these jobs are now without work. Another result of i*****l i*********n is stagnant wages for American blue-collar workers because companies can pay i*****l i*******ts less than they have to pay an American citizen.

The Democratic Party isn’t the party of the working class. Instead, Democrats have instituted policies that aid other countries and encourage unemployment. We need policymakers that put America first, aid American workers, and incentivize companies that invest in the American economy. This is what’s best for our fellow Americans.

For years, we’ve been told that the Democratic Par... (show quote)

There IS no party for the working class - dems and repubs alike cater to big money - no matter where that money comes from.

teabag09

kemmer wrote:

The Republican party is no longer interested in policy or governing; following McConnell, Republicans' sole focus now is seizing and maintaining power. Red States are busy purging minority v****g rolls and making it increasingly hard for minorities, the elderly, the poor, and students to v**e. This is their chosen route to victory because they have long abandoned any semblance of policy goals.

Who in the heck do you think controls the House, the Senate and the Presidency? I love how you constantly show your bias and ignorance every chance you get. Mike

Michael Rich Loc: Lapine Oregon

kemmer wrote:

The Republican party is no longer interested in policy or governing; following McConnell, Republicans' sole focus now is seizing and maintaining power. Red States are busy purging minority v****g rolls and making it increasingly hard for minorities, the elderly, the poor, and students to v**e. This is their chosen route to victory because they have long abandoned any semblance of policy goals.

Actually Skippy, the Republican (although with flaws) are trying to keep the Republic afloat.

If you had the slightest inkling of moral fortitude, you could clearly see the suicidal course that you support.

But seeing as how you have no children to concern yourself with, the future safety and prosperity of this country means absolutely nothing to you.

microphor Loc: Home is TN

kemmer wrote:

The Republican party is no longer interested in policy or governing; following McConnell, Republicans' sole focus now is seizing and maintaining power. Red States are busy purging minority v****g rolls and making it increasingly hard for minorities, the elderly, the poor, and students to v**e. This is their chosen route to victory because they have long abandoned any semblance of policy goals.

The poor, the elderly, students and minorities are all capable human beings who can get to a DMV, a poll place or a v******tion site. You offend people who you say are incapable of doing these things

son of witless

kemmer wrote:

The Republican party is no longer interested in policy or governing; following McConnell, Republicans' sole focus now is seizing and maintaining power. Red States are busy purging minority v****g rolls and making it increasingly hard for minorities, the elderly, the poor, and students to v**e. This is their chosen route to victory because they have long abandoned any semblance of policy goals.

Untrue.

son of witless

Parky60 wrote:

For years, we’ve been told that the Democratic Party is the party of the working class. Democrats have traditionally been associated with the workers' unions and government programs that are aimed at assisting middle-to low-income families. I would submit to you that this association is built on faulty ground.

Democratic elected officials in Washington have made a few major policy decisions that have had tremendous negative effects on middle-to low-income families.

First, former Presidents Clinton and Obama spent their p**********l terms negotiating trade agreements that t***sferred American jobs to countries far away. This has left our manufacturing sector decimated with empty factories across America. Former President Trump did much to restore American manufacturing jobs by renegotiating trade agreements. Now, President Biden is doing everything in his power to reverse the Trump-era policies. Negotiating unfair trade agreements that open the door for foreign countries to produce and import materials cheaper than American factories ultimately hurts blue-collar workers. American companies ended up relocating their manufacturing facilities overseas, in the name of saving said company money, while their American workers got laid off. This is the story of millions of blue-collar American workers in recent decades.

Second, Democratic policymakers decided in the 1960s under President Lyndon B. Johnson that it was the role of the government to help anyone in need, no matter what. As a result, Congress implemented much of what President Johnson billed the Great Society, a series of social welfare programs that birthed what we now know as the welfare state – a state where anyone who is in need, no matter the context, will receive aid from the federal government with little accountability in return. While some of these policies have obviously aided Americans who are in genuine need of short-term assistance, most have created this mass of government programs that often discourage work instead of encouraging unemployed Americans to find work. Democratic politicians have created an entire generation that relies heavily on the government for their next meal. Work is dignifying, and when government policy discourages work, it deprives certain individuals of that dignity.

As a result, we now have what is known as generational poverty induced by our own federal government – all in the name of helping people.

And lastly, because of i*****l i*********n – which has been permitted by our very own government for decades – millions of blue-collar jobs have been taken by i*****l a***ns. Therefore, Americans who would typically have these jobs are now without work. Another result of i*****l i*********n is stagnant wages for American blue-collar workers because companies can pay i*****l i*******ts less than they have to pay an American citizen.

The Democratic Party isn’t the party of the working class. Instead, Democrats have instituted policies that aid other countries and encourage unemployment. We need policymakers that put America first, aid American workers, and incentivize companies that invest in the American economy. This is what’s best for our fellow Americans.

For years, we’ve been told that the Democratic Par... (show quote)

When you import i******s to compete with Americans, you are not the party of the working class.

kemmer

Michael Rich wrote:

Actually Skippy, the Republican (although with flaws) are trying to keep the Republic afloat.

Uh-huh. They’re willing to turn the whole show back over to Trump because under Trump all they ever have to do is say, “Yes sir!” to wh**ever he wants.

kemmer

son of witless wrote:

When you import i******s to compete with Americans, you are not the party of the working class.

Americans are happy sitting home collecting their gov’t checks.

kemmer

microphor wrote:

The poor, the elderly, students and minorities are all capable human beings who can get to a DMV, a poll place or a v******tion site. You offend people who you say are incapable of doing these things

Not incapable. Republicans are messing up the whole v****g process because:
1. Trump said he was robbed.
2. The more people who v**e, the worse for Republicans.

Milosia2 Loc: Cleveland Ohio

Michael Rich wrote:

Actually Skippy, the Republican (although with flaws) are trying to keep the Republic afloat.

If you had the slightest inkling of moral fortitude, you could clearly see the suicidal course that you support.

But seeing as how you have no children to concern yourself with, the future safety and prosperity of this country means absolutely nothing to you.

The republicans I’ve seen lately have no relation whatsoever to the.....republic.
Two separate terms.
Republicans today are no more related to the republic than the libertarians.

Army

Parky60 wrote:

For years, we’ve been told that the Democratic Party is the party of the working class. Democrats have traditionally been associated with the workers' unions and government programs that are aimed at assisting middle-to low-income families. I would submit to you that this association is built on faulty ground.

Democratic elected officials in Washington have made a few major policy decisions that have had tremendous negative effects on middle-to low-income families.

First, former Presidents Clinton and Obama spent their p**********l terms negotiating trade agreements that t***sferred American jobs to countries far away. This has left our manufacturing sector decimated with empty factories across America. Former President Trump did much to restore American manufacturing jobs by renegotiating trade agreements. Now, President Biden is doing everything in his power to reverse the Trump-era policies. Negotiating unfair trade agreements that open the door for foreign countries to produce and import materials cheaper than American factories ultimately hurts blue-collar workers. American companies ended up relocating their manufacturing facilities overseas, in the name of saving said company money, while their American workers got laid off. This is the story of millions of blue-collar American workers in recent decades.

Second, Democratic policymakers decided in the 1960s under President Lyndon B. Johnson that it was the role of the government to help anyone in need, no matter what. As a result, Congress implemented much of what President Johnson billed the Great Society, a series of social welfare programs that birthed what we now know as the welfare state – a state where anyone who is in need, no matter the context, will receive aid from the federal government with little accountability in return. While some of these policies have obviously aided Americans who are in genuine need of short-term assistance, most have created this mass of government programs that often discourage work instead of encouraging unemployed Americans to find work. Democratic politicians have created an entire generation that relies heavily on the government for their next meal. Work is dignifying, and when government policy discourages work, it deprives certain individuals of that dignity.

As a result, we now have what is known as generational poverty induced by our own federal government – all in the name of helping people.

And lastly, because of i*****l i*********n – which has been permitted by our very own government for decades – millions of blue-collar jobs have been taken by i*****l a***ns. Therefore, Americans who would typically have these jobs are now without work. Another result of i*****l i*********n is stagnant wages for American blue-collar workers because companies can pay i*****l i*******ts less than they have to pay an American citizen.

The Democratic Party isn’t the party of the working class. Instead, Democrats have instituted policies that aid other countries and encourage unemployment. We need policymakers that put America first, aid American workers, and incentivize companies that invest in the American economy. This is what’s best for our fellow Americans.

For years, we’ve been told that the Democratic Par... (show quote)

I remember NAFTA lost best job ever had was in 1997 . Now the company closed around 2008 was here over 100 years my Dad retired 30 years from there in 1978 my brother worked there 20 years till shut down they went back stold the pensions jobs went to Mexico. They had 100 Company's plus the 100s maybe thousands that made parts an kept people working to & this one was only Union
one sure you have heard of them Borg Warner made the best T***smission's that's the Both Warner Trophy they give away at the Indy 500 every year . I wouldn't give you 15 cents for it now .
Your so right Clinton / Oboma few others ruined this country now there well over 200 I don't know NAFTA, CAFTA, GOT while America has suffered more an add drugs , crime , a******ns to there evils of poor an ruined society's. Oh Bush past Patriot Act makes us terrorist in our own country takes all our privacy rights away . Reagan put us under c*******t education , LBJ Civil rights game , Nixon took Gold standard off the money & Truman Fare deal , United Nations , NWO . God help us .