Reply #11: Why was it the best deal?

[BillZBubb]

What is wrong with making the Repugs actually vote to steal power for all to see? We could then use those votes against them in future elections. No more pretense of moderation for any of them.

With or without the now impotent "right" to filibuster, Bush's right wing nominees are going to be appointed. So, why not make the Repugs take responsibility for the power grab. Why not put the Democrats in a winning posture of forcing their agenda in the Senate while using the Senate rules to slow down the Repugs?

Just having the Democrats willing to REALLY fight for something for a change would have been a huge boost to our future electoral chances. This was just another example of their much too willingness to make deals on any issue--even ones they claim are dire.

I hold this deal was the WORST possible outcome for the Democrats.