I have been a proud member of Democracy for America, the group founded by Howard Dean after his failed Presidential bid and before his hugely successful run as Chairman of the DNC for quite some time. This organization of Progressive Democrats are not afraid to fight for a more Progressive America even if it means fighting against folks in our own party. The current healthcare debate is nailing it home to all Progressives just why we need such an organization.
Over the last many weeks Progressives have not only been told that single-payer is "off the table", but now many are attempting to convince us that even a viable pulblic option is a non-starter. Lost on them seems to be the fact that poll after poll shows a wide majority of Americans support the idea of more choice through competition, something the health insurers have obviously not provided. Well, some Progressive groups are tired of being in the majority of public opinion but apparently in the minority of lawmaker thought. Now, they are fighting back with ads to try and put pressure on those who would ignore the will of the people.
Democracy for America has teamed up with Progressive Change Campaign Committee to put pressure on Corporate Democrats. These Democrats want our support, but may not support us. Why?? They are beholden to corporate interests.
