Schiff: Republicans Likely to “Cheat” on Shutdown Compromise
Schiff says Republicans may ‘cheat’ on any shutdown compromise. This sentiment, or a variation of it, seems to be a widespread belief among many, reflecting a deep-seated distrust in the Republican Party’s willingness to uphold their end of any negotiated agreement during a government shutdown. The phrase “They will cheat. No question about that” captures the essence of this skepticism, a sentiment that permeates the entire discussion.
The implication is clear: any compromise reached, any promise made, is potentially a setup, a strategic maneuver designed to extract concessions without any intention of following through. The repeated references to “cheating,” “lying,” and “negotiating in bad faith” reinforce this perception, painting a picture of a political environment where integrity is secondary to ideological gains and political maneuvering.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood