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In reply to the discussion: we need a democratic tea part movement [View all]ehrnst
(32,640 posts)The ACA, keeping Planned Parenthood funded, CHIP - these are all actual legislative successes in affordable health care.
Not to mention:
Funding for Science, Medical and Engineering Research, Space Exploration, NSF, NIH
Support for Public Education, Head Start, School Lunch and Breakfast Programs
Consumer protection bureau
Protection of Overtime, Unemployment benefits
Protection for the Environment, Increased Numbers and Support of National Parks and Wilderness Areas, Endangered Species Act, FEMA
Vehicles Safety Requirements, Reduced Emissions, and Fuel Economy Standards (CAFE)
Protecting the Federal Loan Program, PBS, NPR, the Internet
Economic Growth (Democratic Presidents: Roosevelt through Obama)
These were acheived by Democrats, not independents. Perhaps you are unclear on the difference in scope and number of the accomplishments of Democrats, with those of others not in the Democratic party.
I hope that clarifies things for you. You're welcome.
Your turn: explain to us why those things are failures.