Source: The New York Times
POSTED BY Megan Walsh on Friday, November 16, 2012.
Representative Jeb Hensarling of Texas, chairman of the House Republican Conference, on Democrats supporting Mitt Romney’s proposed tax cap following the election (11/13/2012).
Source: The New York Times POSTED BY Megan Walsh on Friday, November 16, 2012.
3 Comments
Elizabeth Key
11/26/2012 11:59:09 pm
On the subject of elections, this comment is indeed correct. In order to win an election one must sway the middle ground. If the parties are working in bipartisan unison then they will not be able to create a persuasive campaign to win the votes of the undecided population. However, once the election is won then it is crucial to work together, as a team and to find common ground, in order to run the States in an effective manner. The government will only succeed if it is not in gridlock, and the only way for that to happen is if they work on a bipartisan basis. Additionally, it will look mature of the parties if they are able to come together immediately following such harsh election processes.
Joy Monet Kajogbola
11/27/2012 10:31:36 pm
I agree with this quote, because it is very important for parties to get people on their side before the election. However, after how harsh this election was, it is absolutely necessary for the parties to work together to make America stronger. The American people are tired of the back and forth between the Democrats and the Republicans, and just want a solution to the economic problems they have faced. I think that both parties are aware of that and will come together to get America back on its feet.
Spencer Hill
11/29/2012 02:34:51 pm
We should have a system in which bipartisanship and progress are more important than winning an election. Politicians seem to be focused on gaining influence without focusing on what influence they are actually making on our government, our people, and our freedom. Is it not ironic that both parties claim that bipartisanship is essential, yet it is so difficult to attain? Where are the real efforts being made, and how is our nation going to continue to promote party cooperation? Leave a Reply. |