Sen Van Hollen argued that the Senate needs to define its policy priorities before it picks a leader, especially given that several incoming Senators do not support Chuck Schumer.
Agree completely with the Senator. This was a transitional election and the Democrats in the Senate must move on, establish an agenda for the people, and take steps with new leadership to implement that vision. Now.
As I recall, Hakeem will be nominated for speaker, along with others (hopefully). Then the House Democratic Caucus begins the rounds of voting, which continues until a nominee gets a majority of the votes. Hakeem is already campaigning hard for the job, so I fear there will be heavy pressure to vote for him (especially amongst the newly-elected freshmen). We shall see!
I do agree with the Senator. We can't screw this up, Dems! Hold the ENTIRE administration responsible for all the corruption, and fight like hell to keep our National Parks and National recreation areas safe and clean and unharmed
It’s important to listen and incorporate the views and voices of the whole caucus in a unified strategy for going forward. It is also imperative to have a leader who understands the arcane rules and procedures of the Senate and knows how best to use them for the people.
Agree completely with the Senator. This was a transitional election and the Democrats in the Senate must move on, establish an agenda for the people, and take steps with new leadership to implement that vision. Now.
Agree 💯! Van Hollen would make a fine Leader.
And the same process should take place in the House. No need rush into coronating Hakeem either.
As I recall, Hakeem will be nominated for speaker, along with others (hopefully). Then the House Democratic Caucus begins the rounds of voting, which continues until a nominee gets a majority of the votes. Hakeem is already campaigning hard for the job, so I fear there will be heavy pressure to vote for him (especially amongst the newly-elected freshmen). We shall see!
I do agree with the Senator. We can't screw this up, Dems! Hold the ENTIRE administration responsible for all the corruption, and fight like hell to keep our National Parks and National recreation areas safe and clean and unharmed
I agree with Senator Van Hollen.
It’s important to listen and incorporate the views and voices of the whole caucus in a unified strategy for going forward. It is also imperative to have a leader who understands the arcane rules and procedures of the Senate and knows how best to use them for the people.