“Congress actually is the opposite of progress—the wordplay reveals a truth”
Agree
- Gridlock proves it constantly
- Designed to slow everything down
- Special interests block change
- Partisan theater over problem-solving
- Historical evidence speaks for itself
Disagree
- Deliberation prevents rash mistakes
- Compromise requires time and process
- Checks and balances are features not bugs
- Major legislation does pass eventually
- Cynicism ignores real achievements
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