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> They're just, apparently, completely unable to actually get those initiatives through Congress.

There is a Progressive Caucus in Congress but they just don't have the numbers to pass anything, especially with a refusal for any sort of compromise from the Right. And there are simply too many Blue Dogs that will tow the line in the middle.

If someone were a "liberal", it would be best to get progressive candidates in Congress, not just any Democrats.



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