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In reply to the discussion: Can the Democratic Party disapprove of something/someone and also not give up power? [View all]bigtree
(85,996 posts)...it perpetuates problems in our democratic institutions like racism, sexism, homophobia, and creates space for cretins in that party to operate with impunity.
But hey, we can do that, right? We can compromise on core values in an effort to maintain power ,and still hold true to the Democratic principles we espouse, still remain true to the people who elect our leaders?
In what universe? This is what breeds cynicism in politics, compromising on basic values, rationalizing them into little more than fine words.
Is there going to be some sort of overt effort on issues of race from these political leaders, in return for our comity and forgiveness? What's the real value in these flawed public officials?
What else are we prepared to compromise on?