Do you want to know what happens when bipartisanship goes out the window. Cuz we saw it a bunch of times this week in Washington. And before you say, "Who cares? Bipartisanship is dead anyway." It actually may seem that way, but the only way that Congress actually works is when people work together.It's why the founders set thresholds like twothirds of a majority in the House or 60 votes in the Senate. They were banking on close margins that would force folks to work together because the people who elected ...

US Political Landscape - The report highlights the importance of bipartisanship in the US Congress for effective governance, referencing the founders' intention for collaboration due to close margins [1][2] - The analysis points out a shift away from bipartisanship, exemplified by the first partisan clawback of funds previously approved by Congress [3] - The report mentions concerns raised by lawmakers about deviating from the collaborative process [3] - The White House's attempt to retract a statement suggesting a less bipartisan appropriations process indicates awareness of the negative perception [3][4] - A government funding deadline is approaching on September 30th, with a bipartisan deal appearing less likely, increasing the odds of a shutdown [4] - Democrats are questioning the motivation to make deals across the aisle, fearing that agreements could be undermined by partisan actions [5] Potential Risks - The analysis raises concerns about the potential unraveling of bipartisanship, a fundamental pillar of democracy [6] - The report questions whether bipartisanship can be rebuilt [6]

Because Congress was busy for the first time in American history doing a completely partisan recisions bill. Just hours after the Senate, the House voted to approve President Trump's $9 billion spending cut package. The bill claws back billions in previously approved congressional funding.Two Republicans joined all House Democrats in voting against it. The majority of the cuts, $8 billion, comes from foreign assistance programs such as migration and refugee assistance, as well as USAD. Another $1.1% billion ...

Yes, thank you so much for having us. It's such an honor to be here. So, the future summit is an annual event put on by Future Caucus, which they have chapters all over the country and various state legislators as well as congressional membership with a goal of breaking down the partisan divide to honestly get work done.So, it's something I've been a part of for the past couple of years. I'm the co-chair of the Vermont Future Caucus chapter. And you have the same role in your state's um future caucus.So tel ...