(4) They make excuses.Contrast the above with the five signs of a winner:
(5) Their attitudes change, noticeably, from positivity to creeping negativity.
(1) They ignore silly distractions and focus on the issue at hand.If we continue to elect the same losers over and over again -- despite their unwillingness to do two of the fundamental tasks we hired them to do -- be an opposition party and to oversee the executive branch of the government -- then we need to take a long look in the mirror and consider that we are in an abusive relationship with our elected officials.
(2) Keep their task simple and unambiguous.
(3) Follow their constituent's directions.
(4) Take total responsibility for results.
(5) Stay positive, knowing that nothing can withstand an ongoing assault of someone that perseveres.
Why are we in a cycle of unwarranted trust and inevitable betrayal with these people?
Are we suffering from a collective "Stockholm Syndrome?"
According to Wikipedia Stockholm Syndrome is:
"Loyalty to a more powerful abuser — in spite of the danger that this loyalty puts the victim in. In many instances the victims choose to remain loyal to their abuser, and choose not to leave him or her, even when they are offered a safe alternative. This unhealthy type of mental phenomenon is also known as Trauma-Bonding or Bonding-to-the-Perpetrator."So, what's the cure? UN-elect them!
Even though we may all be suffering from a major psychological disorder that prevents us from seeing our abuser as they really are -- we need to wake up and do something!
We may be up against a Democratic party machine that favors the incumbent but -- if we do not take action -- we will have no one to blame but ourselves.
Here are a few links to websites that supports progressive candidates who dare to run against Repugs and Democratic losers:
http://www.grassrootsforamerica.us/
http://impeachpac.org/
http://www.actblue.com/page/laurabloggers
http://www.victoryfund.org/home
http://www.americanfreedomagenda.org/
Visit these sites -- volunteer for progressive candidates. Donate money and time. Spread the word -- drink plenty of fluids and call us in the morning!
If you follow this prescription, we promise -- you -- and America -- will feel much better soon.
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