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dutch777

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1. I respect Schumer's history and past contributions but find his speeches wanting and while factual, of low energy.

Reply to Rhiannon12866 (Original post)

Tue May 12, 2026, 07:38 PM

May 12

I really wish there was a mechanism within our party where we could hold onto the depth of knowledge and experience that those like Schumer, Pelosi and other long serving legislators have but more quickly elevate younger and more energetic members to be our front and center spokespeople.

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I respect Schumer's history and past contributions but find his speeches wanting and while factual, of low energy. dutch777 May 12 #1