The Moderate Republican

Bipartisanship-R.I.P.

As the battle over Social Security heat up, one thing you are not hearing about is bipartisanship. Democrats are not trying to reach out to moderate Republicans who are wary of making major changes. The White House talks about reaching out to Democrats, but then all they really do is talk a good game.

The Moderate Voice has some worthwhile observations about the loss of bipartisanship. I think in the end, we will have a poorer America as a result. As both sides become hardened and less willing to compromise, less will be done for the good of the nation. Remember, it was bipartisan majorities that passed some of the most important legislation of the last century, such as civil rights, Medicare and environmental laws.

I know some will say this is all good, because it gives people clear choices, but what good is that if all people do is bicker and nothing gets done? All it does is serve narrow partisan interests not the nation's business.

Maybe one day we will see bipartisanship return to our nation. It might be a while, though.