It appears that the Republicans, glorying in their gains, are now taking back their campaign promises.
Mitch McConnell: Rapid health repeal unlikely
Probably will not dismantle the Department of Education
It's two days after the election, and already they are walking away from their platforms.
And I can't help observing that dismantling one government agency or other always seems to be on the campaign wishlist, only to be, um, rethought when an election is won. I guess it's a better outlet for voter anger than headstomping.
I hope someone is keeping score on all this, although I recognize IOKIYAR.
But it's something to keep in mind when the Republican leadership starts talking about the voice of the people and voter mandates.
Mano Singham has an interesting post up yesterday, followed by another one today:
ReplyDeletehttp://blog.case.edu/singham/2010/11/04/a_good_election_night_for_the_democratic_party
http://blog.case.edu/singham/2010/11/05/what_to_expect_in_the_next_few_months