–submitted by Rich Leffler
Congressman Mark Pocan explained to us the political conditions in this, our Trumpian Moment. Most of the tax cuts will eventually come out of Medicaid, etc., and go to the top 1%. DOGE will cut much less than its claimed $1 trillion of spending. Expect cuts in Social Security. Tariffs are chaotic, make no sense, “a monkey throwing dung.” So far, the legal system is defending the rule of law.
There is little resistance to these policies by Congressional Republicans, out of fear of Trump and concern for their families’ safety. An insightful question, was asked: What about resistance by Congressional Democrats to Trumpian authoritarianism? No answer was attempted.
If you missed our meeting last week, you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/KFGcGwDGmDw.
Rotary Club of Madison, Wisconsin 