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Manchin: Coal, Coal, Coal! The Hell with Clean Energy
The Manchin Family’s Coal Business
“As Sludge’s David Moore (7/1/21) pointed out, Manchin in 1998 founded a coal brokerage firm, Enersystems, that sells coal to local power plants. He has since passed it on to his son, but it continues to be a lucrative gig for the senator: His latest financial disclosure reported $492,000 of income from Enersystems stock for 2020. Since he took office in 2010, he’s made more than $4.5 million off coal.” 1
“In a recently leaked video, an ExxonMobil lobbyist identified Manchin and other so-called “moderates” as key to the fossil fuel corporation’s strategy of undermining legislative efforts to reduce carbon pollution. As the leaked Exxon exposé made clear, Manchin isn’t the only federal lawmaker who poses a threat to decarbonization. According to Sludge, “Members of Congress had $93 million invested in fossil fuel industry stocks as of December 2019.”” 2
Joe Manchin is lying to us about climate change to protect his annual profits and the wealth of his family. https://t.co/Z6q1Ents1V https://t.co/CDqovbvW0t
— Alex Kotch (@alexkotch) July 15, 2021
Krysten Sinema: Corruption?
“For a republican democracy to actually work, average citizens with a passion for making their country better must be able to run for public office without needing wealthy or powerful patrons; this is a concept that dates back to Aristotle’s rants on the topic. And Sinema was, in the beginning, just that sort of person. But I’m getting ahead of myself…” 3
Sinema, Kyrsten
An Embarrassment to the people of Arizona
New York Magazine Intelligencer, Tom Zoellner, August 5, 2021 – What Is Kyrsten Sinema’s Deal?
Kyrsten Sinema is WRONG. “The Constitution lays out the specific cases where a supermajority of senators must agree on something, such as ratifying a treaty or removing a president or judge from office. Beyond that, the assumption is that a majority will rule.” 4
In 2020, Sinema signed a letter in support of the Equal Rights Act that was sent to then-majority leader Mitch McConnell. However, her strong support for the filibuster means that it is unlikely that the act will pass. SHAMEFUL
Doing psychic violence to myself pic.twitter.com/ZYQX0Spevr
— BreadMan ︻╦─ 🍞🏴🔻 (@AnarchoBreadism) March 5, 2021
— Kyrsten Sinema (@SenatorSinema) March 5, 2021
- Why I Quit Advising Kyrsten Sinema
“Progressives like US Air Force veteran Sylvia González Andersh fight on the ground each and every day to make our nation and our democracy stronger. In Arizona, Sylvia and her peers are doing all that they can to bring Senator Krysten Sinema back into our corner so we can abolish the filibuster.” – Common Defense
- Krysten Sinema: Corruption?
“For a republican democracy to actually work, average citizens with a passion for making their country better must be able to run for public office without needing wealthy or powerful patrons; this is a concept that dates back to Aristotle’s rants on the topic. And Sinema was, in the beginning, just that sort of person. But I’m getting ahead of myself…” 1
- The Equality Act
LBGTQ Nation, John Gallagher, February 25, 2021 – Will enough Republican senators sign onto the Equality Act for it to pass? Probably not. Thanks to arcane Senate rules, Democrats need ten Republican votes to pass the Equality Act. That’s a very tall order.
Sinema: Foot Problem or Meeting with PAC Donors?
JUST IN: Kyrsten Sinema has left DC amid negotiations. Her spokesman says it’s for a doctor’s appointment “for a foot injury.” But a hotel just confirmed she will be at her PAC’s retreat with donors for cocktails and dinner at a high-end resort and spa in Phoenix. (@nytimes)
— No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen (@NoLieWithBTC) October 1, 2021
- New York Times, October 1, 2021 – Sinema, a holdout on the social spending bill, returns to Arizona for a doctor’s visit and a scheduled fund-raiser.
Where? The Royal Palms Resort
“A small group gathered Saturday night in front of the Royal Palms Resort in central Phoenix. They want the senator to support Biden’s big spending bill.” 5
Spokesman Said Medical Appointment
“Senator’s spokesman John LaBombard said on Friday, “Senator Sinema is in Phoenix at the moment, where she currently has a medical appointment for her broken foot, and where she continues remote negotiations with the White House. Before leaving Washington for Arizona, she offered It White House times for continued long-distance negotiations. ”” 6
Did She Lie?
“However, there is at least one Democrat who has clapped her hands and walked away. Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema has flown back to her home. While that surprised some onlookers, as she is one of those who has refused to sign off on the $3.5T price tag, her office said she had a very good reason. According to Brian Tyler Cohen, a Sinema spokesperson said she needed to go back to Arizona for a doctor’s appointment. The representative further claimed she has a foot injury. However, Cohen also claimed that at the very least, a doctor’s appointment isn’t the only reason she’s head out of DC during this pivotal time.” 7
Sinema’s Staff Mocked Hispanic Protestors at Resort
“Three years after their sprawling grassroots operation helped carry Kyrsten Sinema over the electoral finish line, members of the progressive Hispanic activist group LUCHA stood at the back exit of the Royal Palms Resort in Scottsdale on Saturday night, attempting to score a few moments with the first-term senator as she left a high-dollar fundraiser put on by corporate lobbyists. Instead, they were forced to leave by aggressive police and security guards as Sinema’s staff watched and mocked them from afar. The confrontation ensured that they would once again go home without getting to speak with Sinema, whose decision to continue her wine-soaked evening with millionaires sent a clear message to her one-time supporters.” 8
Police escorted us out as staff mocked us for demanding that @senatorsinema follow through on her promises. She has zero respect for her constituents. pic.twitter.com/tP3NnpfLWA
— LUCHA Arizona (@LUCHA_AZ) October 3, 2021
Joseph, Meg
Kyrsten Sinema Chief of Staff
“Sinema’s office is led by a former lobbyist whose firm worked on behalf of pharmaceutical companies. The senator’s chief of staff, Meg Joseph, was a registered lobbyist and principal at Clark & Weinstock, where her clients included the health insurer Health Net. During her tenure, the company also lobbied on behalf of numerous pharmaceutical companies, including Pfizer, drug distributor AmerisourceBergen Corp., and the biotech firm Genzyme Corp. It also lobbied on behalf of Pharmaceutical Research & Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) and AdvaMed, two major industry trade groups.” 9
Sinema's chief of staff, Meg Joseph, was a registered lobbyist & principal at Clark & Weinstock…During her tenure, the company lobbied on behalf of numerous pharmaceutical companieshttps://t.co/Hrj15wHNCy
— Take A Stand (@RepresentMeAZ) September 23, 2021
Graham, Charles [D-NC]
Don’t Forget the Story of Hayes Pond
Charles Graham is a Democrat running for Congress — because sometimes, we’re called upon to put things right. Like the folks who showed up to Hayes Pond to fight back against hate, or America today — a country that is divided and afraid.
References:
- Wikipedia.com – Battle of Hayes Pond
Brooks, Mo (R-AL)
US House Representative
- The Washington Post, Timothy Bella, October 26, 2021 – Rep. Mo Brooks, denying planning role in Jan. 6 rally, says he’d be ‘proud’ if his staff helped out – “Rep. Mo Brooks (R-Ala.) on Monday disputed a report that he had a role in organizing the rally on Jan. 6 that immediately preceded the riot at the U.S. Capitol. But his denial came with a note: Brooks said he would be “proud” if any members of his staff had a role in planning the rally held moments before a riot that caused five deaths and injuries to hundreds of people.”
Look Ahead America – Another Group That Lies
Hate Lies in Wait
- Washington Post, Ellie Silverman and Rachel Weiner, September 17, 2021 – Matt Braynard, former Trump campaign aide, nabs spotlight with Capitol crusade
- Mother Jones, David Corn, September 17, 2021 – The Man Behind Saturday’s Pro-Trump Rally Once Praised a Far-Right Assassin – Matt Braynard, the mastermind of the upcoming protest supporting the Jan. 6 rioters, also tried to overturn the 2020 election.
- Tampa Bay Times, Associated Press, September 17, 2021 – Organizer of Saturday rally looks to rewrite history of Capitol attack – Matt Braynard struggled after he was dismissed by the Trump campaign but his fortunes changed after he joined a group of Trump allies seeking to overturn the election.
- The Daily Beast, Lachlan Markay, November 16, 2020 – A Trumper Raised $650K to Prove the Dead Voted, but You Have to Take His Word on How He’s Spending It – Matt Braynard previously started the right’s version of ACORN before getting in trouble with the IRS for nondisclosure. Now, he’s back for Round Two.
Biggs / McClain Forgot 2,448 Other Service Members Who Were Killed
In a snipe at Bidden’s withdrawal from Afghanistan actions and slam again ALL Gold Star families who lost children in this war, Andy Biggs (R-AZ) and Lisa McClain (R-MI) are singling out these 13 brave servicemembers who sacrificed their lives.
Who wouldn’t want to honor these servicemembers, but aren’t ALL our servicemembers to be honored?
This action feels like these congresspersons are simply using this terrible opportunity to highlight a single action to bring attention to THEMSELVES making them appear as if they really care. They MAY care about these families but we need to remember all those who sacrificed during this terrible war which even Trump could not end.
Clip from Andy Biggs eNewsletter:
