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In reply to the discussion: Obama lambasted opponents of free-trade agenda, arguing opponents are ignorant of the benefits [View all]sabrina 1
(62,325 posts)Whatever those in power want, they get. They must maintain the illusion of democracy however. So, pitting the two parties against each other where the objective of 'winning' whatever that means to the people, takes precedence over the issue itself, has become an all-too-familiar tactic. And both sides have fallen for it in the past.
Not so much anymore however.
But getting Dems on board for this and Republicans appearing to be against it, (I don't believe it) ensures support from many in the Dem base, and some Repubs will cross over if necessary, to get it passed.
Later the Repubs who went against THEIR 'supposed' party, will be rewarded by being allowed to vote for something their base really wants.
Iow, I don't care who opposes it, that isn't going to work for me anymore. I admit, it used to to an extent when we were so involved in the 'team' spirit.
But now as more realize how the game is played, people are beginning to ignore the 'oh, did you see what Sarah Palin did today' distractions.