US: The 13 Democrats Who Just Did Wall Street’s Dirty Work

Written on June 25th, 2016 in politics Comments Off

Published on Campaign for America’s Future – Our Future.org, by Richard Eskow, June 22, 2016.

A “D” beside a politician’s name doesn’t necessarily mean they’re fighting for the public’s interests. In fact, 13 Democratic members of Congress recently joined Republicans in voting to protect private equity and hedge funds. This vote demonstrates the corrupting force of money in politics. If the media were doing a better job, it would be a national scandal.  

A “D” beside a politician’s name doesn’t necessarily mean they’re fighting for the public’s interests. In fact, 13 Democratic members of Congress recently joined Republicans in voting to protect private equity and hedge funds. This vote demonstrates the corrupting force of money in politics. If the media were doing a better job, it would be a national scandal.

Democrats like these need to be encouraged to find new jobs. But don’t expect the party establishment to do it. In fact, one of these 13 representatives is running in the Florida Senate primary as the Democratic National Committee’s hand-picked candidate … //

… The progressive movement should be fueled by a thirst for social and economic justice. It must keep fighting to break up the big banks and enact a 21st century Glass-Steagall Act. It must strive to close for-profit prisons and end the racist stain of mass incarceration. It must call for a just, humane, and peaceful foreign policy.

Votes like this one, which betray the movement’s fundamental values, must have consequences.

Defenders will argue that some of these 13 Democrats represent conservative districts. But conservative voters dislike Wall Street corruption, too. This wasn’t a nod to home-district voters. It was a favor for Wall Street donors.

Others will argue that they need Wall Street’s money to win re-election. But there is a growing army of activists waiting to reward insurgents. They will vote, volunteer, and donate (very possibly in $27 increments).

As long as the corrupting influence of big money dominates the political process, party leaders and machine politicians will be tempted to serve wealthy contributors at the public’s expense. They’ll do it every time the public’s isn’t watching. That’s why they can’t be allowed to get away with it … //

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