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Democrats need to show courage and admit their mistake

John Stiegelmeyer

Nov. 16, 2025 6:00 am

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What is character? Admitting a mistake and correcting it.

Was the Affordable Care Act affordable? I think that is a big NO.

So we had a shutdown over this. Democrats, admit the ACA (Obamacare) is too expensive and fix it. Instead, they chose to vote no on the clear C.R., but then those Democrats who were in safe seats, did the right thing and voted yes.

Enlisted military, air traffic controllers and airport security will now be paid. Democrats need to show courage over the leftists/Marxists and bring back the people's party. America is stronger when both parties serve the people.

John Stiegelmeyer

Vinton

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