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News Round-Up: November 18, 2021
Conservative House Members Scrap Anglo-Saxon Caucus Amid Pushback
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA)
A group of ultra-conservative House Republicans, led by QAnon Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) and Rep. Paul Gosar (R-AZ.) are forming a new caucus that will focus on – wait for it – “uniquely Anglo-Saxon political traditions.” Calling itself the America First Caucus, the all-white group has determined “a certain intellectual boldness is needed” in order to “follow in President Trump’s footsteps, and potentially step on some toes and sacrifice sacred cows for the good of the American nation.” From the Washington Post:
In a section on immigration, the document describes the United States as a place with “uniquely Anglo-Saxon political traditions” and argues that “societal trust and political unity are threatened when foreign citizens are imported en-masse into a country, particularly without institutional support for assimilation and an expansive welfare state to bail them out should they fail to contribute positively to the country.”
In the group’s view, architecture should reflect the “aesthetic value that befits the progeny” of Europeans:
On infrastructure, the caucus calls for the construction of roads, bridges and buildings that reflect “the architectural, engineering and aesthetic value that befits the progeny of European architecture, whereby public infrastructure must be utilitarian as well as stunningly, classically beautiful, befitting a world power and source of freedom.”
That’s some serious Nazi fascism on display right there. House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy attempted to push back, but it’s hard to hide something when it’s in plain sight. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) is, of course, happy to join up. According to NBC News, “Greene’s spokesman Nick Dyer confirmed that a platform is being written but complained about ‘dirty backstabbing swamp creatures’ who leaked the document.”
America is built on the idea that we are all created equal and success is earned through honest, hard work. It isn’t built on identity, race, or religion.
The Republican Party is the party of Lincoln & the party of more opportunity for all Americans—not nativist dog whistles. — Kevin McCarthy (@GOPLeader) April 16, 2021
Now they’re just being loud about white supremacy
— The Lincoln Project (@ProjectLincoln) April 16, 2021
I’m proud to join @mtgreenee in the #AmericaFirst Caucus.
We will end wars, stop illegal immigration & promote trade that is fair to American workers. This is just a hit piece from the America Last crowd in Big Media, Big Tech & Big Government.https://t.co/hjGiuSLwBW — Matt Gaetz (@mattgaetz) April 16, 2021
GOP Congressman’s Six Siblings Endorse His Dem Opponent
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| The ‘Gosar Six’ |
In the past, we have seen political campaigns where the occasional brother or sister of a candidate would disagree with their sibling’s political positions.
But how about SIX siblings?
Republican congressman Paul Gosar’s six brothers and sisters not only oppose his re-election to Arizona’s 4th District this November, they’ve endorsed Gosar’s Democratic opponent, David Brill, in a new campaign ad.
In the ad, Gosar’s siblings speak directly to the camera about their brother’s positions on health care, immigration, and the environment.
“He’s not listening to you, and he doesn’t have your interests at heart,” Tim Gosar said.