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Nanjeanne

(6,193 posts)
6. Of course it won't pass. But holding press conferences, making votes be taken, gathering attention
Tue Apr 29, 2025, 12:48 PM
Apr 29

is how things change perceptions. And change moments. And change voters opinions. And move forward bold ideas.

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The full video Nanjeanne Apr 29 #1
K&R UTUSN Apr 29 #2
If they passed Medicare for All Uncle Joe Apr 29 #3
So true. It's amazing that we are the only "civilized" nation that has millions uninsured and as many ad Nanjeanne Apr 29 #4
I believe if we were happier and healthier as a nation, Uncle Joe Apr 29 #8
Well that and the elimination of Fox "News"! Nanjeanne Apr 29 #9
Support that 100%. Unfortuantely, it has no chance of passing unless private insurers are involved. Not saying they Silent Type Apr 29 #5
Of course it won't pass. But holding press conferences, making votes be taken, gathering attention Nanjeanne Apr 29 #6
Yeah, right. Don't think another proposal that is ignored and has no chance of passing helps Democrats beat GOPers. Silent Type Apr 29 #7
Right. Dems should only propose things Rs will vote for. That's the best way for Dems to win elections. Nanjeanne Apr 29 #10
Yeah, we'll be sitting here 20 years from now griping about people being uninsured because we held out for righteousness Silent Type Apr 29 #11
It's the thought that counts orangecrush Apr 29 #12
This seems like a waste of time Owens Apr 29 #13
No I don't think any R will vote for it. But I do think the public is getting more and more open to the idea Nanjeanne Apr 29 #14
+1 leftstreet Apr 29 #15
I don't think the bill passing is the issue. WinstonSmith4740 Apr 29 #17
DURec leftstreet Apr 29 #16
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