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[1StrongBlackMan]

what I hope to have been productive discussions, here on DU and in other places, with other Democrats. I have found myself, talking to some Democrats that have staked out the "Hold their feet to the fire/Hold them accountable" position (seemingly, exclusively, as they have nothing good to say about Democrats or President Obama).

I have a question, that I believe requires honest reflection ...

If, one claims to be a Democrat (or liberal), does the "Hold their feet to the fire/Hold them accountable" position, without any balance (i.e., recognition of the positives accomplished by Democrats), help or hurt the Democratic (liberal) cause?

I have concluded that this position is far more harmful, than helpful in that it dissuades/causes disaffection among those that are most inclined to move in the Democratic/liberal direction.