the I feel sad inside Democratic Party It flared up again after the agreement that ended the shutdown or “shutdown” of the federal government. Eight blue-collar senators voted for the measure, sparking an intense internal debate over the political and moral cost of giving in to Republican pressure.
Governor of California, Gavin NewsomHe was one of the first to speak, describing the decision as… “Pathetic” and ‘Surrender is meaningless’. The rift ended the party’s brief national euphoria on November 4, when its candidates, Mikie Sherrill, for governor of New Jersey, and Abigail Spanberger, for governor of Virginia, emerged victorious. The results increased Zahran Mamdani’s victory in the New York City mayoral elections and Newsom himself won “Prop 50” to redraw congressional districts in his state.
Facing criticism, moderate Democratic lawmakers justified their vote for the Republican proposal as an unexpected move Practical work To mitigate the effects of the 40-day government shutdown. The “shutdown” that left thousands of federal employees without pay and suspended essential programs.
according to CBS NewsSeveral decisions Democratic senators support the agreement It drew strong criticism from key party figures. “Pathetic,” Gavin Newsom said. Senator Chris Murphy, State of Connecticut, this procedure is called “IndefensibleFor his part, Bernie SandersThe Vermont representative warned that “surrender would be a political and strategic disaster for Democrats.”
The debate has become more heated for some Legislators Progressive leaders called for the resignation of the Senate Minority Leader. Chuck Schumeraccused of allowing defections from the bench. “It’s time to replace him. He’s not up to the task,” the actor said.E ro khanafrom California, to CBS News.
In the same way, democratic Seth MoultonThe Massachusetts representative said, “If Schumer had been an effective leader, he would have kept his caucus together.”
Not everyone shared this vision. the Senator Jeanne ShaheenHe, from New Hampshire, defended his group’s decision by saying: “We have been standing up to President Trump for 40 days… and we will be able to continue fighting on this issue thanks to the agreement.” Shaheen also stressed that the agreement “will end the suffering of millions of Americans” who have been affected by the government shutdown.
Senator Brian SchatzFrom Hawaii, he agreed that “the fight for health reform should not depend on the funding allocation process, but on a government shutdown.” For moderates, the agreement, although imperfect, was the only viable solution to be avoided Greater harm to workers and To social programs like SNAP.
resolution close It revealed an internal division in the Democratic Party that may have consequences in the upcoming midterm elections. While progressive sectors demand a tougher line against RepublicansModerates are committed to maintaining a negotiating strategy to ensure the stability of the federal government.
Chuck Schumer’s leadership in the eye of the storm. Although the New York senator reiterated his commitment to preserving subsidies for the Affordable Care Act, his attempt to maintain party unity ended up weakened by the outcome of the conflict.
In statements by L CBS NewsSchumer confirmed that he will continue.Fight for a real solution To the health care crisis,” but he acknowledged that the path to internal reconciliation will be difficult.
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