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Dragon on a Leash@dragononaleash.bsky.social

The Democrats are a leaderless party. We don't have a "strong man" at the top to conjole/threaten/bribe politicians. And we won't tolerate a leader like that. But we do want some LEADERSHIP and COHESION! The people are speaking loud and clear. That is just not enough for some of our politicians.

Schumer’s source of power is his lobbyist war chest. His caucus might forfeit Schumer’s funding if they cross him. They must do a No Confidence Vote anyway & trust that small donors will power them through. They must decide whether they work for us or for lobbyists. Schumer & Durbin must go ASAP.

The problem is this - some Dem Senators like Shaheen, Hassan, Kaine, Rosen, and Cortez Masto, have Republican governors. What do you want them to do, appoint a Republican and lose the seat? Nevada requires the replacement though to be from the same political party. That's just my two cents...

NOW is the time to reboot the Democratic party out with the OLD, in with the NEW going to take a TON of mental and physical strength for the political fights ahead and Schumer most definitely does not have that he's not even remotely savvy or clever yet thinks he is Jon Stewart do your thing!

But first *please* tell your platform that last nite was a test vote and there is still time to change minds. 20 Million lives depend on it. Call the #HatefulEight now and save healthcare!

Our country has 30% Democrats, 30% Republicans, and 40% others. This current coalition to save our democracy will have mixed review of this senate action. Some will be angry at the democrats while others would be sentimental to unpaid federal workers and hungry children. We need a good long game.

Here's what I told my Senators: STOP THE SCHUMER CAVE. We know he orchestrated this. Call him out, speak for the people, and end this capitulation. Siding with fascism is NOT a winning strategy unless you're a closet fascist. Are you?

💯 I understand why they caved. Democrats are not sadists. Republicans are. But Schumer must resign now, he’s not up to the task. I don’t know who is able to defeat the tyrant, but Schumer must resign to preserve what unity the party still has.

That fight must take place in Senate caucus with a No Confidence Vote to dump Schumer as Minority Leader. Chris Murphy would be a good leader. Collective action should be directed against the fascist government. Join National Strike Nov 25- Dec 2 with no spending or use cash for small businesses.

Calls are not enough. Especially to my Senator, Fetterman. My pocketbook is my biggest weapon. I will not give a penny to any Democrat who was party to this betrayal. People will suffer and I can’t forgive them.

Did this morning before I'd even had coffee, after going to bed so dejected last night and repeatedly waking throughout the night in a panic. All the Tuesday election joy is gone and the country feels completely untethered to me. I also called my rep (Pelosi).

Oh yeah! and let him know you know THE pressure point: your ActBlue donation wallet will stay CLOSED to ANY candidate who doesn’t support his replacement. In recent cycles we’ve donated to Ds all over the country at all levels. Our bucks fueled many a race. Let ALL dems know our $ now contingent

Yes please! He is literally destroying democracy by staying. He repels voters, young & old, every time he speaks. He needs to hand the reigns over to a far better public speaker & strategizer, & there are several in the Senate now.

Tell them your ActBlue donation wallet will stay CLOSED to ANY candidate who doesn’t support leadership replacement. In recent cycles we’ve donated to Ds all over the country at all ballot levels. Our bucks fueled many a race. Let ALL dems know our $ is now contingent on leadership change

I feel for you. What a betrayal. Also feel for his campaign staff. I know someone who worked their ass off to get him elected, was so proud, said it was the best campaign ever, then BOOM, Fetterman gone and my friend has to scrub the campaign from their resume. So much has been stolen from you all.

(2/2) 3. The Dems concluded that it was time to end. If so, they should have waited for bright light of this morning & had press conference distilling what Reps were doing such as starving children and fighting court orders while they push IRS to give even more tax cuts to super-wealthy, etc.

Three scenarios of what happened and why each means that Schumer must go: 1. Schumer couldnt keep the caucus together due to weakness/lack of respect that members have for him. 2. Schumer caved but is so chickenshit that he wouldn’t even own it and put up others to take the heat. (1/2)

I would also urge Dick Durbin, the Senate Minority Whip to step down in his position as well. If both of them say no, then call, e-mail, show up at town halls to Senate Dems and ask them to schedule a caucus meeting (10 are needed). If it doesn't solve anything, then hold a vote of no confidence.

24 out of 47 are needed to oust Schumer and Durbin from their leadership roles. And I understand it's a risky bet because even if we do get new leadership and Senate Rs change the rules to kill the filibuster for a future government shutdown, it'd be all for naught.

I called, and wrote multiple times for months. All I got back were dumb form letters. I never got actual answers to my questions. I realize I live in a very highly populated State. I’ve contacted both Senators many times. Gillibrand’s office was better at responding than Schumer’s. Schumer must GO!

Here's what I would do this time - call your Representatives and ask them to their Senate Dem colleagues to schedule a caucus meeting if Schumer doesn't step aside. 10 Senate Dems need to agree. If it doesn't resolve anything, hold a no confidence vote - 24 Senate Dems are needed to oust Schumer.

Maybe the gang of eight had a point, understanding that the Senate GOP could have nuked the filibuster under pressure from Trump. Still, we didn't get the ACA subsidies out of the deal. :( While we're at it, I think Durbin (who's retiring and voted yes), should step down as minority whip.