Urge Strong Democratic Stance on Continuing Resolution

I am writing to express my deep concern about the upcoming continuing resolution fight and the potential government shutdown scenario. As a constituent, I urge you to take a firm stance and not capitulate to Republican demands as Democrats have done in the past. The political landscape has shifted dramatically, and we can no longer rely on outdated Washington logic. As Rick Wilson, a political strategist, has pointed out, Democrats receive no credit for keeping the government open and instead face criticism and humiliation. The events of recent years, such as Mitch McConnell's blocking of Merrick Garland's nomination and the January 6th insurrection, have shown that the old rules no longer apply. It's crucial to understand that attempts to maintain government operations at any cost will not win goodwill from MAGA voters or result in positive press coverage. The traditional calculus of who wins and loses in these scenarios has fundamentally changed. We cannot depend on Republicans in Congress to push back against extreme positions, nor can we trust that Senate Majority Leader Schumer's conciliatory approach will yield positive results. I strongly urge you to reconsider the Democratic approach to this continuing resolution fight. Draw a clear line and stand firm on our principles and priorities. We must not roll over as we did during the last continuing resolution. The stakes are too high, and the consequences of inaction or weakness are too severe. It's time for a new strategy that acknowledges the current political reality. We need leaders who will fight for our values and not be swayed by outdated notions of bipartisanship that are no longer reciprocated. Please take a strong, uncompromising position in these negotiations and show the American people that Democrats are willing to fight for what's right, even if it means risking a government shutdown. The future of our democracy and the effectiveness of our government depend on your courage and resolve in this critical moment. I implore you to act decisively and stand firm against any attempts to pass a "dirty" continuing resolution that does not reflect our values and priorities.