Lawmakers Suddenly Care About Chaos When Their Flights Are Delayed
Mainstream media wants us to believe flight delays are the new national emergency, pushing lawmakers to avoid a government shutdown. This is the same political class that regularly threatens to cut vital social programs, slash environmental protections, or defund public education – with nary a delayed private jet to stir their consciences. Where was this urgent 'pressure' when House Republicans,
many of whom accepted significant donations from defense contractors (e.g., Rep. Ken Calvert (R-CA) received $187,000 from defense PACs in 2022, per OpenSecrets), pushed for billions in military aid over domestic needs? One might wonder why the inconvenience of air travel carries more political weight than, say, a child going hungry or a veteran losing healthcare access. It appears some pressures
are more 'persuasive' than others, particularly when they involve the gilded cages of those in power. Perhaps next time, instead of brinkmanship over budgets, we could prioritize the actual consequences for everyday Americans, not just the comfort of our elected officials. Because, let's be honest, they'll always find a way to get the champagne to Washington.