Reply #35: "excuse" for putting a republican in that seat. If that is the

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intent then I see no reason to even have a democratic party. There are enough blue dogs to derail legislation that benefits the citizens without democrats sabotaging the liberal agenda. The agenda may not be progressive enough for some but it's a helluva lot better than your gonna get with a dyed in the wool noncompromising corporatist. Say what you will about Obama, but at least there is room for compromise. We do not have a PROGRESSIVE president! I, for one, DID NOT VOTE for a progressive president. If the progressives wanted one you should have found one to put on the ticket, albeit, it's highly unlikely they would have won, but nevertheless, find a viable candidate and put his/her ass on the ticket. Otherwise, get out of the party.