“regarding the lack of preparation/leadership by capitol police shows that someone is covering up for someone(s) and it stinks, it's criminal, it's beyond negligence, bordering on malevolent behavior. getting to the core of it may never come about, but surely the lack of leadership needs to be opened…”
“carelessness and indifference are cruel traits in people who want to be considered the representatives of a kind and gentle nation. looking out for others is a hallmark of an enlightened society. it's up to each person to be responsible and accountable even in the small courtesies of living with fam…”
“time for all of our elected officials to come to the table with open minds and with integrity to make bold decisive workable decisions on immigration with the broadest possible input from people who are invested in refugee, asylum-seekers and immigrant concerns, including how are we going to engage …”
“the Senate 'trial' of actions/words of former president regarding assault on Capitol, threatening welfare of police, elected officials, staff, innocent bystanders, is key to upholding the democracy of our Republic, the value of the Constitution. the fact that some people disregard the results of the…”
“Each elected Congress person has the opportunity to weigh in on this important Covid-19 relief package, to address concerns and make improvements; to not avail themselves of the opportunity to participate in legislating is negligent and an abdication of duty, no pity party. The country cannot wait a…”
“Time to address the immigration needs of people wanting to come to USA for asylum, refuge or climate change/economic needs. Time to work with the international community to address the inequities that wealthy nations inflict upon the vulnerable and corruptible nations. Time to work with governments …”
“This money will enter the general economy and will make its way back to the government coffers, with families and businesses, local and state governments, non-profits and schools strengthened and kept afloat: it's a win-win for the country, PASS the covid-19 relief package and get our work-gears fun…”
“treatment of prisoners in humane way is incumbent on US, but special treatment, no. Until prisoners of federal and state jails, prisons, detention centers, juvenile detention and other such facilities are able to receive protective vaccinations across the board, then no special treatment for terrori…”
“we need to demand accountability from our elected officials, but removal is not necessarily the first step; if there isn't a full investigation and if appropriate the requisite apology and correction, then possibly expulsion. it's a teaching moment for representatives and constituents alike and the…”
“we need to do anything and everything to help people get medical insurance and extended access to health care now and for future. work on improving our health care coverage, not ignore the problem or just denigrate the existing services without the foresight to improve upon what we are offering to …”