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The Politics of Obstruction

Posted on March 17, 2023 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, March 17, 2023, “The minority wins when Congress accomplishes less.” Long time Representative Steny Hoyer (D-MD) attributed that statement to former Republican House Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-GA). In a nutshell, it summarizes the philosophy of obstructionism that has … Continue reading →

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A Pox on Both Houses

Posted on September 27, 2021 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, September 27, 2021 This week will probably be the most difficult one this or any recent Congress has faced in years. The need for bipartisan agreement is more desperate now than at any time I can remember, but … Continue reading →

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