Democratic leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives have condemned a raid on Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home as “deeply disturbing” and accused the Trump administration of a “rogue abuse of power” just weeks ahead of November’s midterm elections.

Let’s see if they do anything besides strong words and maybe some paddles.

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    6 hours ago

    Isn’t that the point? That we shouldn’t wait for the DNC to act but take matters into our own hands? That’s not moping, it’s saying no one is coming to save us so we don’t need permission to act.

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      4 hours ago

      I understand your point, but…

      They’re not taking matters into their own hands either. They’re just waiting for someone DIFFERENT to come save them.

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        4 hours ago

        Isn’t this the meme “I like pancakes” - “So you hate waffles?”

        Recently went to a community organized meeting where we coordinated ICE watch actions, how to pressure our school board, care packages for those they release, etc. They also asked us to vote and to talk to our families about voting.