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    Hakeem Jeffries makes history! First Black lawmaker ever to lead in US Congress!

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    Posted: Nov. 30, 2022 - 6:54 PM ET #1

    From USA TODAY,

     

    House Democrats elected New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to lead their party in the next Congress, succeeding House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Jeffries will make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a major party in Congress.

      an_clap

    Jeffries, 52, who has served in the House since 2013 and is currently chair of the House Democratic Caucus, marks a generational change in the party after two decades of leadership under Pelosi, who announced her retirement from the post in November.

    "Today, with immense pride, I stood in front of the House Democratic Caucus as a candidate for Democratic Leader, and I am eternally grateful for the trust my colleagues placed in me with their votes," Jeffries said.

     

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    From USA TODAY,

     

    House Democrats elected New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to lead their party in the next Congress, succeeding House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Jeffries will make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a major party in Congress.

      an_clap

    Jeffries, 52, who has served in the House since 2013 and is currently chair of the House Democratic Caucus, marks a generational change in the party after two decades of leadership under Pelosi, who announced her retirement from the post in November.

    "Today, with immense pride, I stood in front of the House Democratic Caucus as a candidate for Democratic Leader, and I am eternally grateful for the trust my colleagues placed in me with their votes," Jeffries said.

     

     
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    Posted: Nov. 30, 2022 - 6:57 PM ET #2

    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    From USA TODAY,   House Democrats elected New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to lead their party in the next Congress, succeeding House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Jeffries will make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a major party in Congress.   Jeffries, 52, who has served in the House since 2013 and is currently chair of the House Democratic Caucus, marks a generational change in the party after two decades of leadership under Pelosi, who announced her retirement from the post in November. "Today, with immense pride, I stood in front of the House Democratic Caucus as a candidate for Democratic Leader, and I am eternally grateful for the trust my colleagues placed in me with their votes," Jeffries said.

     

    jeffries will b a terrific leader going forward  an_cheers

     

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    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    From USA TODAY,   House Democrats elected New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to lead their party in the next Congress, succeeding House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Jeffries will make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a major party in Congress.   Jeffries, 52, who has served in the House since 2013 and is currently chair of the House Democratic Caucus, marks a generational change in the party after two decades of leadership under Pelosi, who announced her retirement from the post in November. "Today, with immense pride, I stood in front of the House Democratic Caucus as a candidate for Democratic Leader, and I am eternally grateful for the trust my colleagues placed in me with their votes," Jeffries said.

     

    jeffries will b a terrific leader going forward  an_cheers

     

     
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    Quote Originally Posted by KellyM_1964:

    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012: From USA TODAY,   House Democrats elected New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to lead their party in the next Congress, succeeding House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Jeffries will make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a major party in Congress.   Jeffries, 52, who has served in the House since 2013 and is currently chair of the House Democratic Caucus, marks a generational change in the party after two decades of leadership under Pelosi, who announced her retirement from the post in November. "Today, with immense pride, I stood in front of the House Democratic Caucus as a candidate for Democratic Leader, and I am eternally grateful for the trust my colleagues placed in me with their votes," Jeffries said.  

    jeffries will b a terrific leader going forward  an_cheers

     

    In a closed-door meeting, Jeffries was voted in by acclamation alongside Massachusetts Rep. Katherine Clark, who was chosen as party whip, and California Rep. Pete Aguilar, who was elected to replace Jeffries as chair of the House Democratic Caucus.

    “Hakeem Jeffries’ elevation as House Democratic leader is a turning point in the history of the United States Congress,” said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., on the Senate floor Wednesday morning. 

     

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    Quote Originally Posted by KellyM_1964:

    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012: From USA TODAY,   House Democrats elected New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to lead their party in the next Congress, succeeding House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Jeffries will make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a major party in Congress.   Jeffries, 52, who has served in the House since 2013 and is currently chair of the House Democratic Caucus, marks a generational change in the party after two decades of leadership under Pelosi, who announced her retirement from the post in November. "Today, with immense pride, I stood in front of the House Democratic Caucus as a candidate for Democratic Leader, and I am eternally grateful for the trust my colleagues placed in me with their votes," Jeffries said.  

    jeffries will b a terrific leader going forward  an_cheers

     

    In a closed-door meeting, Jeffries was voted in by acclamation alongside Massachusetts Rep. Katherine Clark, who was chosen as party whip, and California Rep. Pete Aguilar, who was elected to replace Jeffries as chair of the House Democratic Caucus.

    “Hakeem Jeffries’ elevation as House Democratic leader is a turning point in the history of the United States Congress,” said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., on the Senate floor Wednesday morning. 

     

     
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    Posted: Nov. 30, 2022 - 7:23 PM ET #4

    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    From USA TODAY,   House Democrats elected New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to lead their party in the next Congress, succeeding House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Jeffries will make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a major party in Congress.   Jeffries, 52, who has served in the House since 2013 and is currently chair of the House Democratic Caucus, marks a generational change in the party after two decades of leadership under Pelosi, who announced her retirement from the post in November. "Today, with immense pride, I stood in front of the House Democratic Caucus as a candidate for Democratic Leader, and I am eternally grateful for the trust my colleagues placed in me with their votes," Jeffries said.

    "YUGE"      thumbs_up  

    Another first in American Democratic history!!! an_cheers

    Congratulations Mr. Jeffries!

    Hang in there and someday you will become the first black congressman elected Speaker of the House!

    an_2drinks

     

     

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    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    From USA TODAY,   House Democrats elected New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to lead their party in the next Congress, succeeding House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Jeffries will make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a major party in Congress.   Jeffries, 52, who has served in the House since 2013 and is currently chair of the House Democratic Caucus, marks a generational change in the party after two decades of leadership under Pelosi, who announced her retirement from the post in November. "Today, with immense pride, I stood in front of the House Democratic Caucus as a candidate for Democratic Leader, and I am eternally grateful for the trust my colleagues placed in me with their votes," Jeffries said.

    "YUGE"      thumbs_up  

    Another first in American Democratic history!!! an_cheers

    Congratulations Mr. Jeffries!

    Hang in there and someday you will become the first black congressman elected Speaker of the House!

    an_2drinks

     

     

     
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    Posted: Nov. 30, 2022 - 7:52 PM ET #5

    wheres  nature1970 ?

    he would b cheering this decision by the dems in the house

     

    hope hes ok

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    wheres  nature1970 ?

    he would b cheering this decision by the dems in the house

     

    hope hes ok

     
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    Quote Originally Posted by KellyM_1964:

    wheres  nature1970 ? he would b cheering this decision by the dems in the house   hope hes ok

     

    Ya, I was wondering that myself.

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    Quote Originally Posted by KellyM_1964:

    wheres  nature1970 ? he would b cheering this decision by the dems in the house   hope hes ok

     

    Ya, I was wondering that myself.

     
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    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    “Hakeem Jeffries’ elevation as House Democratic leader is

    a turning point in the history of the United States Congress,”

    said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y.,

    on the Senate floor Wednesday morning.

     

         On Tuesday night before Jeffries’ election,
    Nancy Pelosi was unanimously given the honorific title
    of “Speaker Emerita,” after a historic leadership run
    as the FIRST female speaker of the House!

              an_clap

     

     

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    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    “Hakeem Jeffries’ elevation as House Democratic leader is

    a turning point in the history of the United States Congress,”

    said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y.,

    on the Senate floor Wednesday morning.

     

         On Tuesday night before Jeffries’ election,
    Nancy Pelosi was unanimously given the honorific title
    of “Speaker Emerita,” after a historic leadership run
    as the FIRST female speaker of the House!

              an_clap

     

     

     
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    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

     

         On Tuesday night before Jeffries’ election,
    Nancy Pelosi was unanimously given the honorific title
    of “Speaker Emerita,” after a historic leadership run
    as the FIRST female speaker of the House!

              an_clap

    !

    2 historic firsts     both occuring in the democrat party an_cheers

     

     

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    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

     

         On Tuesday night before Jeffries’ election,
    Nancy Pelosi was unanimously given the honorific title
    of “Speaker Emerita,” after a historic leadership run
    as the FIRST female speaker of the House!

              an_clap

    !

    2 historic firsts     both occuring in the democrat party an_cheers

     

     

     
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    Quote Originally Posted by fubah2:

    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012: From USA TODAY,   House Democrats elected New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to lead their party in the next Congress, succeeding House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Jeffries will make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a major party in Congress.   Jeffries, 52, who has served in the House since 2013 and is currently chair of the House Democratic Caucus, marks a generational change in the party after two decades of leadership under Pelosi, who announced her retirement from the post in November. "Today, with immense pride, I stood in front of the House Democratic Caucus as a candidate for Democratic Leader, and I am eternally grateful for the trust my colleagues placed in me with their votes," Jeffries said. "YUGE"         Another first in American Democratic history!!! Congratulations Mr. Jeffries! Hang in there and someday you will become the first black congressman elected Speaker of the House!

     

    ill second that        jeffries is a good man   thumbs_up

     

     

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    Quote Originally Posted by fubah2:

    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012: From USA TODAY,   House Democrats elected New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to lead their party in the next Congress, succeeding House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Jeffries will make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a major party in Congress.   Jeffries, 52, who has served in the House since 2013 and is currently chair of the House Democratic Caucus, marks a generational change in the party after two decades of leadership under Pelosi, who announced her retirement from the post in November. "Today, with immense pride, I stood in front of the House Democratic Caucus as a candidate for Democratic Leader, and I am eternally grateful for the trust my colleagues placed in me with their votes," Jeffries said. "YUGE"         Another first in American Democratic history!!! Congratulations Mr. Jeffries! Hang in there and someday you will become the first black congressman elected Speaker of the House!

     

    ill second that        jeffries is a good man   thumbs_up

     

     

     
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    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    From USA TODAY,   House Democrats elected New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to lead their party in the next Congress, succeeding House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Jeffries will make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a major party in Congress.   Jeffries, 52, who has served in the House since 2013 and is currently chair of the House Democratic Caucus, marks a generational change in the party after two decades of leadership under Pelosi, who announced her retirement from the post in November. "Today, with immense pride, I stood in front of the House Democratic Caucus as a candidate for Democratic Leader, and I am eternally grateful for the trust my colleagues placed in me with their votes," Jeffries said.

    Pete Aguilar makes history

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    NBC NEWS -
    Rep. Pete Aguilar, a California Democrat, is taking on the highest-level
    job ever held by a Latino in the House, the party's No. 3 position.

    Aguilar was elected by his colleagues Wednesday to serve in the next
    Congress as chair of the House Democratic Caucus, a role bumped up
    to No. 3 position in House leadership.

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    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    From USA TODAY,   House Democrats elected New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries to lead their party in the next Congress, succeeding House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Jeffries will make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a major party in Congress.   Jeffries, 52, who has served in the House since 2013 and is currently chair of the House Democratic Caucus, marks a generational change in the party after two decades of leadership under Pelosi, who announced her retirement from the post in November. "Today, with immense pride, I stood in front of the House Democratic Caucus as a candidate for Democratic Leader, and I am eternally grateful for the trust my colleagues placed in me with their votes," Jeffries said.

    Pete Aguilar makes history

    an_clap

    NBC NEWS -
    Rep. Pete Aguilar, a California Democrat, is taking on the highest-level
    job ever held by a Latino in the House, the party's No. 3 position.

    Aguilar was elected by his colleagues Wednesday to serve in the next
    Congress as chair of the House Democratic Caucus, a role bumped up
    to No. 3 position in House leadership.

     
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    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012: “Hakeem Jeffries’ elevation as House Democratic leader is a turning point in the history of the United States Congress,” said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., on the Senate floor Wednesday morning.  

     

         On Tuesday night before Jeffries’ election,
    Nancy Pelosi was unanimously given the honorific title
    of “Speaker Emerita,” after a historic leadership run
    as the FIRST female speaker of the House!

              an_clap

    Congrats to Speaker Pelosi for a fine job for two decades!

     

     

     

     

    Reply

    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012: “Hakeem Jeffries’ elevation as House Democratic leader is a turning point in the history of the United States Congress,” said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., on the Senate floor Wednesday morning.  

     

         On Tuesday night before Jeffries’ election,
    Nancy Pelosi was unanimously given the honorific title
    of “Speaker Emerita,” after a historic leadership run
    as the FIRST female speaker of the House!

              an_clap

    Congrats to Speaker Pelosi for a fine job for two decades!

     

     

     

     

     
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    Quote Originally Posted by fubah2:

    Pete Aguilar makes history

    NBC NEWS -Rep. Pete Aguilar, a California Democrat, is taking on the highest-level job ever held by a Latino in the House, the party's No. 3 position. Aguilar was elected by his colleagues Wednesday to serve in the next Congress as chair of the House Democratic Caucus, a role bumped up to No. 3 position in House leadership.

     

    In addition to Mr. Jeffries being the first black to hold a leadership position in congress, this shouldn't be overlooked.  This is important.   Diversity is not just a major part of who Americans are but a part of our strength, and good for our country moving forward.

    Congratulations to Mr. Aguilar!  thumbs_up

     

     

     

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    Quote Originally Posted by fubah2:

    Pete Aguilar makes history

    NBC NEWS -Rep. Pete Aguilar, a California Democrat, is taking on the highest-level job ever held by a Latino in the House, the party's No. 3 position. Aguilar was elected by his colleagues Wednesday to serve in the next Congress as chair of the House Democratic Caucus, a role bumped up to No. 3 position in House leadership.

     

    In addition to Mr. Jeffries being the first black to hold a leadership position in congress, this shouldn't be overlooked.  This is important.   Diversity is not just a major part of who Americans are but a part of our strength, and good for our country moving forward.

    Congratulations to Mr. Aguilar!  thumbs_up

     

     

     

     
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    I never understood posts like these. 

    Instead of being a normal person and congratulating Mr Jeffries and being excited for the things you think/expect him to accomplish, you brag about the fact he’s black. Is this not the most counterproductive thing in the world at the moment? A good deed ceases to be a good deed when compensation or attention is the sole purpose behind the good deed. “Look at us Democrats letting Women and Blacks and Hispanics into our little club” 
    In my opinion the racist in the room is the one who brings up race unprovoked and wants a pat on the back for it an_light

    Now please enlighten us as to all the great deeds Ms Pelosi accomplished for our great nation and maybe share your thoughts on how Mr Jeffries was the best choice (apart from the obvious “He’s a democrat, and he’s black”)

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    I never understood posts like these. 

    Instead of being a normal person and congratulating Mr Jeffries and being excited for the things you think/expect him to accomplish, you brag about the fact he’s black. Is this not the most counterproductive thing in the world at the moment? A good deed ceases to be a good deed when compensation or attention is the sole purpose behind the good deed. “Look at us Democrats letting Women and Blacks and Hispanics into our little club” 
    In my opinion the racist in the room is the one who brings up race unprovoked and wants a pat on the back for it an_light

    Now please enlighten us as to all the great deeds Ms Pelosi accomplished for our great nation and maybe share your thoughts on how Mr Jeffries was the best choice (apart from the obvious “He’s a democrat, and he’s black”)

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    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    Quote Originally Posted by fubah2: Pete Aguilar makes history NBC NEWS -Rep. Pete Aguilar, a California Democrat, is taking on the highest-level job ever held by a Latino in the House, the party's No. 3 position. Aguilar was elected by his colleagues Wednesday to serve in the next Congress as chair of the House Democratic Caucus, a role bumped up to No. 3 position in House leadership.  

    In addition to Mr. Jeffries being the first black to hold a leadership position in congress, this shouldn't be overlooked.  This is important.   Diversity is not just a major part of who Americans are but a part of our strength, and good for our country moving forward. Congratulations to Mr. Aguilar!

    Yep, good call and very good point!

     

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    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012:

    Quote Originally Posted by fubah2: Pete Aguilar makes history NBC NEWS -Rep. Pete Aguilar, a California Democrat, is taking on the highest-level job ever held by a Latino in the House, the party's No. 3 position. Aguilar was elected by his colleagues Wednesday to serve in the next Congress as chair of the House Democratic Caucus, a role bumped up to No. 3 position in House leadership.  

    In addition to Mr. Jeffries being the first black to hold a leadership position in congress, this shouldn't be overlooked.  This is important.   Diversity is not just a major part of who Americans are but a part of our strength, and good for our country moving forward. Congratulations to Mr. Aguilar!

    Yep, good call and very good point!

     

     
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    Quote Originally Posted by Zeus4par:

    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012: Quote Originally Posted by fubah2: Pete Aguilar makes history NBC NEWS -Rep. Pete Aguilar, a California Democrat, is taking on the highest-level job ever held by a Latino in the House, the party's No. 3 position. Aguilar was elected by his colleagues Wednesday to serve in the next Congress as chair of the House Democratic Caucus, a role bumped up to No. 3 position in House leadership.   In addition to Mr. Jeffries being the first black to hold a leadership position in congress, this shouldn't be overlooked.  This is important.   Diversity is not just a major part of who Americans are but a part of our strength, and good for our country moving forward. Congratulations to Mr. Aguilar!

     

    Yep, good call and very good point!

    In any case, I expect nothing will get achieved in congress the next two years due to partisan politics.

    That result will then be blamed entirely on the Democrats during the election cycle.

     

     

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    Quote Originally Posted by Zeus4par:

    Quote Originally Posted by baish2012: Quote Originally Posted by fubah2: Pete Aguilar makes history NBC NEWS -Rep. Pete Aguilar, a California Democrat, is taking on the highest-level job ever held by a Latino in the House, the party's No. 3 position. Aguilar was elected by his colleagues Wednesday to serve in the next Congress as chair of the House Democratic Caucus, a role bumped up to No. 3 position in House leadership.   In addition to Mr. Jeffries being the first black to hold a leadership position in congress, this shouldn't be overlooked.  This is important.   Diversity is not just a major part of who Americans are but a part of our strength, and good for our country moving forward. Congratulations to Mr. Aguilar!

     

    Yep, good call and very good point!

    In any case, I expect nothing will get achieved in congress the next two years due to partisan politics.

    That result will then be blamed entirely on the Democrats during the election cycle.

     

     

     
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    new_laugh_sweat  Double-digit GOP house members vote *AGAINST* Kevin McCarthy for House Speaker!

     

    an_lightIt's looking like Democrat Hakeem Jeffries will actually finish the first ballot with the plurality of votes for Speaker in what is a majority GOP House!!!

     

    LOL!

    No, Jeffries will not become speaker...........McCarthy will.................eventually. But holly smokes this is damn embarrassing for the republican clown show.  an_beatup

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    new_laugh_sweat  Double-digit GOP house members vote *AGAINST* Kevin McCarthy for House Speaker!

     

    an_lightIt's looking like Democrat Hakeem Jeffries will actually finish the first ballot with the plurality of votes for Speaker in what is a majority GOP House!!!

     

    LOL!

    No, Jeffries will not become speaker...........McCarthy will.................eventually. But holly smokes this is damn embarrassing for the republican clown show.  an_beatup

     
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    Quote Originally Posted by philschnaars:

    I never understood posts like these.  Instead of being a normal person and congratulating Mr Jeffries and being excited for the things you think/expect him to accomplish, you brag about the fact he’s black. Is this not the most counterproductive thing in the world at the moment? A good deed ceases to be a good deed when compensation or attention is the sole purpose behind the good deed. “Look at us Democrats letting Women and Blacks and Hispanics into our little club” In my opinion the racist in the room is the one who brings up race unprovoked and wants a pat on the back for it  Now please enlighten us as to all the great deeds Ms Pelosi accomplished for our great nation and maybe share your thoughts on how Mr Jeffries was the best choice (apart from the obvious “He’s a democrat, and he’s black”)

    They have to break their own arms patting themselves on the back to portray themselves as not being racist, but dems are some of the most racist people STILL since they were the party of the KKK. They make everything about race now trying to say see, we Democrats can't be racist, but making everything about race is truly racist. These characters on here don't just pat themselves on the back, they take turns doing it to each other. an_laughCovers Democrats an_roll_laugh

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    Quote Originally Posted by philschnaars:

    I never understood posts like these.  Instead of being a normal person and congratulating Mr Jeffries and being excited for the things you think/expect him to accomplish, you brag about the fact he’s black. Is this not the most counterproductive thing in the world at the moment? A good deed ceases to be a good deed when compensation or attention is the sole purpose behind the good deed. “Look at us Democrats letting Women and Blacks and Hispanics into our little club” In my opinion the racist in the room is the one who brings up race unprovoked and wants a pat on the back for it  Now please enlighten us as to all the great deeds Ms Pelosi accomplished for our great nation and maybe share your thoughts on how Mr Jeffries was the best choice (apart from the obvious “He’s a democrat, and he’s black”)

    They have to break their own arms patting themselves on the back to portray themselves as not being racist, but dems are some of the most racist people STILL since they were the party of the KKK. They make everything about race now trying to say see, we Democrats can't be racist, but making everything about race is truly racist. These characters on here don't just pat themselves on the back, they take turns doing it to each other. an_laughCovers Democrats an_roll_laugh

     
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    Ask black conservatives what they are called by white liberals. They are fine with black people as long as they stay in their place, under the democrat vote control. If they dare try to leave the Democrat party, their own people attack them as well. The Democrats make free thought or expression of it, a bad thing. Look at Twitter, Facebook, the media. 

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    Ask black conservatives what they are called by white liberals. They are fine with black people as long as they stay in their place, under the democrat vote control. If they dare try to leave the Democrat party, their own people attack them as well. The Democrats make free thought or expression of it, a bad thing. Look at Twitter, Facebook, the media. 

     
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jarrett75:

    Quote Originally Posted by philschnaars: I never understood posts like these.  Instead of being a normal person and congratulating Mr Jeffries and being excited for the things you think/expect him to accomplish, you brag about the fact he’s black. Is this not the most counterproductive thing in the world at the moment? A good deed ceases to be a good deed when compensation or attention is the sole purpose behind the good deed. “Look at us Democrats letting Women and Blacks and Hispanics into our little club” In my opinion the racist in the room is the one who brings up race unprovoked and wants a pat on the back for it  Now please enlighten us as to all the great deeds Ms Pelosi accomplished for our great nation and maybe share your thoughts on how Mr Jeffries was the best choice (apart from the obvious “He’s a democrat, and he’s black”) They have to break their own arms patting themselves on the back to portray themselves as not being racist, but dems are some of the most racist people STILL since they were the party of the KKK. They make everything about race now trying to say see, we Democrats can't be racist, but making everything about race is truly racist. These characters on here don't just pat themselves on the back, they take turns doing it to each other. Covers Democrats

    Stop pushing this modern day democratic party is the party of the KKK narrative. It's tired, false, and ignorant. I already gave you a history lesson on this. Pick up a book and stop getting your ideas from Truth Social. 

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jarrett75:

    Quote Originally Posted by philschnaars: I never understood posts like these.  Instead of being a normal person and congratulating Mr Jeffries and being excited for the things you think/expect him to accomplish, you brag about the fact he’s black. Is this not the most counterproductive thing in the world at the moment? A good deed ceases to be a good deed when compensation or attention is the sole purpose behind the good deed. “Look at us Democrats letting Women and Blacks and Hispanics into our little club” In my opinion the racist in the room is the one who brings up race unprovoked and wants a pat on the back for it  Now please enlighten us as to all the great deeds Ms Pelosi accomplished for our great nation and maybe share your thoughts on how Mr Jeffries was the best choice (apart from the obvious “He’s a democrat, and he’s black”) They have to break their own arms patting themselves on the back to portray themselves as not being racist, but dems are some of the most racist people STILL since they were the party of the KKK. They make everything about race now trying to say see, we Democrats can't be racist, but making everything about race is truly racist. These characters on here don't just pat themselves on the back, they take turns doing it to each other. Covers Democrats

    Stop pushing this modern day democratic party is the party of the KKK narrative. It's tired, false, and ignorant. I already gave you a history lesson on this. Pick up a book and stop getting your ideas from Truth Social. 

     
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jarrett75:

    but dems are some of the most racist people STILL since they were the party of the KKK. They make everything about race now trying to say see, we Democrats can't be racist, but making everything about race is truly racist. These characters on here don't just pat themselves on the back, they take turns doing it to each other. Covers Democrats

     

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jarrett75:

    but dems are some of the most racist people STILL since they were the party of the KKK. They make everything about race now trying to say see, we Democrats can't be racist, but making everything about race is truly racist. These characters on here don't just pat themselves on the back, they take turns doing it to each other. Covers Democrats

     

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    Quote Originally Posted by KellyM_1964:

    Quote Originally Posted by Jarrett75: but dems are some of the most racist people STILL since they were the party of the KKK. They make everything about race now trying to say see, we Democrats can't be racist, but making everything about race is truly racist. These characters on here don't just pat themselves on the back, they take turns doing it to each other. Covers Democrats   jarrett75 =  gambleholic63                                  BANNED

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jarrett75: but dems are some of the most racist people STILL since they were the party of the KKK. They make everything about race now trying to say see, we Democrats can't be racist, but making everything about race is truly racist. These characters on here don't just pat themselves on the back, they take turns doing it to each other. Covers Democrats   jarrett75 =  gambleholic63                                  BANNED

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jarrett75:

    Quote Originally Posted by KellyM_1964: Quote Originally Posted by Jarrett75: but dems are some of the most racist people STILL since they were the party of the KKK. They make everything about race now trying to say see, we Democrats can't be racist, but making everything about race is truly racist. These characters on here don't just pat themselves on the back, they take turns doing it to each other. Covers Democrats   jarrett75 =  gambleholic63                                  BANNED Ma'am, I have told you nicely since you are a lady to not defame me. But if you keep it up, I will be forced to take action against you and Covers.com, you for your actions and Covers.com for allowing it. This is the last time.
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    Quote Originally Posted by KellyM_1964: Quote Originally Posted by Jarrett75: but dems are some of the most racist people STILL since they were the party of the KKK. They make everything about race now trying to say see, we Democrats can't be racist, but making everything about race is truly racist. These characters on here don't just pat themselves on the back, they take turns doing it to each other. Covers Democrats   jarrett75 =  gambleholic63                                  BANNED Ma'am, I have told you nicely since you are a lady to not defame me. But if you keep it up, I will be forced to take action against you and Covers.com, you for your actions and Covers.com for allowing it. This is the last time.
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    Quote Originally Posted by MrWhatsItToYa:

    @Karen75  Has your lawyer stopped laughing yet?

    That's the good thing about having friends that are lawyers, they won't charge those pesky high fees to assist with things. peace_5 

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