Congress needs strong parties, but it also needs the capacity to deal with budget and entitlement challenges that are likely beyond the reach of pure partisan exertion.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
I have also come to understand Congress' need for a bipartisan as well as a partisan capacity.
Redistricting and a broken, polarized Congress have made it tough to be a moderate in Congress.
Having a Congress with a more diverse educational and professional background would serve the country well. And given the budget challenges facing America today, we might benefit from a few more cold, calculating problem solvers, and fewer courtroom impresarios.
The powers of Congress are totally inadequate to preserve the balance between the respective States, and oblige them to do those things which are essential for their own welfare or for the general good.
Political parties need to look at the different kinds of support that people may need, suited to their way of life, and provide cost-effective solutions.
Plain and simple, Congress must act to meet the needs of our constituents. We can do that by strengthening families, increasing the minimum wage, and ensuring equal pay for equal work.
Congress is unable to do the work of the American people because too many politicians believe that compromise means capitulation.
I don't think it's the function of Congress to function well. It should drag its heels on the way to decision.
The Congress is a power-oriented party.
Congress seems to thrive on breaking promises and passing unfunded mandates down to local government. It's really just a matter of priorities.
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