And this is why I find the Democratic messaging about this shutdown to be so weak and off the mark. Yes, healthcare is a salient topic but today the president called on military leaders to wage “war” on Americans. When Schumer and Jeffries speak it often sounds like it’s 5-10 years ago.

Where have you been?

While people are chewing on the proverbial popcorn the plot is lost. We badly need a leverage strategy from Democrats.

Disagree

So true Mark! I walked beside you in an NYC anti war protest in the mid 2000s. I’m glad you’re still speaking out and taking action.

What is DMV in this context?

Can someone link me to something directly refuting Schumer’s argument that a shutdown is more of a risk than letting this shitty bill pass?

That’s terrible. For those in the East Bay, it’s playing at the Elmwood in Berkeley this week (one matinee screening daily).

You live in New York state or Connecticut right? I think you’re safe to stay and fight for this country.

We need privileged people like you to stay and fight.

We should have a massive protest this weekend and political leaders should attend. (Can’t wait until this Tues) No weekend should pass without massive protests. We lack leaders willing to put bodies on line and get arrested etc. There should be sit ins and press conferences daily.

What?

Jeffries will be in downtown Oakland tomorrow afternoon, fyi.

Is the S.F. rally at 9am pacific?

Thank you DC Media Group for covering these protests!

Kind of related— I’ve been disappointed by the apparent lack of media physically hounding Musk and goons. Every building they’re known to be in should be surrounded 24-7, and when they appear the media should shout questions at them and record. If not the media then citizens should.