David Brooks, a prominent commentator and former Republican, recently expressed deep concern over the trajectory of the Republican Party (GOP) in his latest column. He highlighted how the GOP’s actions in the recent past have eroded whatever aspects of the party he once found admirable. Of particular note, according to Brooks, is the party’s blatant disdain for democracy itself.
In his latest column, Brooks said that the GOP’s actions this week put a stake into whatever aspects of the GOP he still believed were admirable.
Brooks’ observations come at a crucial juncture in American politics, where the GOP’s conduct has sparked intense debate and scrutiny. His commentary sheds light on the alarming shift within the party and its implications for the future of democracy in the United States.
“In a democratic society, opposing parties negotiate and try to strike a compromise that’s, on balance, better than the status quo,” said Brooks.
“This week’s immigration-Ukraine-Israel package is one of the most one-sided compromises I’ve ever seen. Republicans got most of their long-term priorities, while Democrats got almost none of theirs… And yet Republican after Republican came out against the package, arguing it doesn’t have absolutely everything they want.”
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