I am thankful for Joe Coehlo!
Senator Cory Booker’s speech, which has now lasted 23 hours and 40 minutes (and I’m cheering him on for as long as he can go), has been a powerful moment, putting on the record the deep concerns many Americans feel about what has transpired since 47 and Musk took office. I truly don’t understand how any American who loves this country could support the way these two men have handled the job of downsizing the government.
I can grasp the philosophy of wanting a smaller government, even though I don’t share that view. But there are legal processes and procedures they could have followed to take action in a lawful way. Instead, they’ve shown a complete disregard for the law. But honestly, is anyone surprised? Neither 47 nor Musk seem to respect anything except money.
Many people supported 47 for President because they believed he could improve the economy. But that has not been the case. Retail prices are higher than when he took office, gas prices in our area remain the same (thankfully), the stock market is on a downward trend, unemployment is up, and job creation has stalled. Forty-seven has told us to expect things to get worse, claiming that it’s necessary for all of us to suffer while he “fixes” the economy.
Here’s the thing: 47 inherited a strong economy, and in just two months, he hasn’t “fixed” anything. Historically, tariffs have never worked to the advantage of the American people. Let’s talk about wood – we import it from Canada. With tariffs, it will cost more to build homes. And homes are already out of reach for so many people. Similarly, Canada and Mexico supply automobile parts for American car manufacturers. Tariffs will make American cars and repairs more expensive. In fact, people are already talking about putting off purchasing a new car.
And let’s not overlook Senator Booker’s incredible achievement—he just broke Strom Thurmond’s filibuster record! What an extraordinary job!
