When I was a Hill staffer in 2009, a Dem trifecta was trying to pass universal healthcare. In response, Senate GOP released a memo detailing all of the tactics they in the minority could use to delay the effort as much as possible. I'm recirculating that 2009 GOP memo here. Take inspiration from it.
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* Budget Points of Order - Many legislative proposals (bills, amendments, and conference reports) are subject to a point of order under the Budget Act or budget resolution, most of which can only be waived by 60 votes.
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Amendment Tree Process and/or Filibuster by Amendment - until cloture is invoked, Senators may offer an unlimited number of amendments -- germane or non-germane -- on any subject. This is the fullest expression of a "full, complete, and informed" debate on a measure.
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They definitely need to light a fire somewhere. They've been playing yesterday's politics.
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DO ANYTHING!
Also, by potentially putting the USSC against the Pres… we create cracks in their government. Because Trump is INCAPABLE of forgetting a grudge.
Dems in Congress should not cooperate with any anti-American bills that Republicans bring. But factually, most of the anti-American things that are going to happen will not go through Congress.
They post updates on the many lawsuits already filed against Trump’s moves, and many other cases. There will continue to be lawsuits filed to try to counter his moves.
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Plan a coordinated disruption for his speech before Congress on March 4. Boo him. Walk out one by one during the speech (each member causes a disruption. Next one walks once he tries to restart his speech).
We are organizing the political left as a force against fascists. We don’t need “fascism lite” as part of that.
Especially Hawley. I can't wait until one day we see that POS get grilled in Congress just for being an ugly stick man.
- to the rapist president
What do you say to that?
"Possibly?"
Because the democratic leadership is NON EXISTENT ...
https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRMa_sMbbGW5SfsrUrSWdPyJi-hEYaGrk7CRB1Ggh-8gCHZ4wmh4mb0WY9n8EHlGmDJYDfP9hM30TbW/pub
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Also, hi from a fellow Carleton College grad! I really admire the work you and Leah do.
Minority Leader! Lead.
SHUT IT DOWN
Why is Chuck so damn worthless against Trump? Gee…I wonder…
https://www.opensecrets.org/news/2017/09/trumps-old-new-york-pal-schumer/
What would the GOP do?
AND THEN DO THAT.
As long as it's not illegal or unconstitutional, just unprecedented, JUST FREAKIN' DO IT.
Is democracy at stake or not?!
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The fight is on.
Time is on your side.
Slow this down.
Times!!
"We" need to stop paying nice, like we can appeal to the other side's good manners.
It’s easier to destroy that to come up with something
“For the people”
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I have specific personal experience on this matter.
I'd bet you look at other issues w similar completely incorrect info.
She did manage to help 8 millions children though. I guess that doesn’t count for you?
You self-important useful idiot.
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Or, I do a thread post with the extra half.....
We're past this point.
Even worse, this example is exactly why the democrats keep failing.
The compromise from universal healthcare to Obamacare was not due to Republicans.
DEMOCRATS demanded concessions.
They didn't want to be seen helping the Black president.
Surround the building and check IDs.
Fear is exactly what motivates them at their base.
Plus, their own cult will likely be the first to strike fear into their cold, black hearts as they come for them.
I mean, surely the leopards won't eat their faces, right?
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...maybe just two.
The ones who have been in control far too long are at fault as well.
They have influence and refused to use it.
Schumer is one. Pelosi isn't as bad, but lately she's been more interested in maintaining her power than taking action.
You're correct.
Not all of them, but too many with too much influence and power.
He put it on the table.
What he wanted, intended, how it would have worked, we'll never know.
He tried and was opposed by the democrats who feared losing elections because they helped the Black president.
The fact that democrats keep failing because they hurt themselves is the point.
How does that make my statements incorrect?
I half wish the Democrats had the same type of people running their party
Seriously, there needs to be a separate set of laws for public servants.
I know, there's an individual one already, but they can't be allowed to make the laws that govern themselves.
MOTHER DUCKING AUTOCORRECT!
They serve. Let them give up their lives to serve. Others do.
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No plan to replace it, just rid yourselves of a political win for anyone not a Republican.
WE THE PEOPLE have the responsibility to protect our democracy. 1/3 didn’t vote.
Are you awake yet?
Get off your ass and do something!
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The suspense 🍿
"Politics is a street fight "
- Bannon
His debate performance wasn’t a one off.
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If you’ve got the time after giving a stern criticism of the President for making tomatoes more expensive, check this out ;)
Endless statements and pointless social media posts aren’t going to cut it.
DO SOMETHING.
Please do all you can
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Judd Gregg was.
There are reasons for that. It's not hat they were too nice or too willing to compromise.
WE THE PEOPLE have the responsibility to protect our democracy. 1/3 didn’t vote.
Are you awake yet?
I've seen prominent Dems speak out, NC Atty General Jeff Jackson has filed a lawsuit to stop the federal freeze
Luv me this part all day 🤣👇
Filibuster by Amendment - This is the fullest expression of a "full, complete, and informed" debate on a measure.
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/scott-bessent-wins-senate-confirmation-us-treasury-secretary-2025-01-27/
But having one like this for the House would be a big help
....only if Dems are willing to use it, tho. I hate to say it, but I haven't seen much interest from them in either body 😡
Dems in Congress, please take positive action now!
judges were fighting extreme Conservatism many on the right elites are appalled by Trump
Take notes. You are not powerless. Please stop acting like you are.
Share a copy with Kaine.