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In case you forgot, Chris Van Hollen went to the foreign torture prison to assist his constituent.
That required at least some personal bravery.
Van Hollen would certainly be an upgrade, but keep in mind, one of the principal things here is showing voters that change is in the air while they're still paying attention. Voters voted for change, Demʻs need to show they are serious about it, and theyʻll lock in voters for 2028. Even continue to pretend that Schumer and Jefferies have a place in leadership, and you are litterally creating headwind for 2028, which is like, its practically now. Remember that Presidential cycles start FAR earlier than general cycles. Weʻll literally be in the pre-primary debates/ news cycle in a couple of months.
Iʻm calling Schumer toast. Next to remove is Jefferies. These two have been the real barrier to stopping fascism, along with all centrists and moderates within the party.
Ayanna Pressley for speaker.
https://www.trackaipac.com/tracker/people/member-chris-van-hollen-md-sen-d
In this election, the American people called for change. They called for a change from Donald Trump’s disastrous policies — but even bigger than that, a change from the status quo that isn’t working for working people,” Van Hollen said in a statement.
Van Hollen’s move follows attempts by grassroots progressives — and some newly elected Democratic senators — to draft him for the position as some seek an alternative to Schumer.
Triangulate Bernie or another progressive and land on Warren. She's a recognizable name and has at least some morals and ethics.
Even if the dark machine prevails, you can triangulate from Warren to a considerable upgrade.
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