On a lively Friday morning, the Right Squad gathered around to deliberate over the most entertainingly outrageous actions from the Democratic Party this week. This weekly tradition culminates in the highly coveted, albeit tongue-in-cheek, title of “Donkey of the Week.” With a lineup of eyebrow-raising antics, it seems the Democratic talent has outdone itself, making the choice both challenging and downright humorous.
First in the spotlight is California gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell. Known for his past “sweet nothings” on the phone with a certain Fang Fang, Swalwell has now decided that voting should be as simple as sending a text message. His bold proposal? Californians should vote by phone! Swalwell argues that if citizens can do their taxes or schedule doctor appointments online, why shouldn’t they be able to cast their votes while lounging on the couch? While it sounds convenient, one can’t help but wonder, is this really the best way to ensure our democratic process remains secure and trustworthy? It raises the question: How do you get a candle-lit romance out of a voting booth? By trading it in for a smartphone, apparently!
Then, in what could only be described as an odd twist of priorities, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro chimed in on hair discrimination. Shapiro aims to make it illegal for employers to base hiring decisions on how someone wears their hair. While everyone can surely agree on the importance of fairness in hiring practices, one must question whether this societal issue takes the cake amid the myriad of substantial problems plaguing the state. Perhaps too many people are focusing on hairstyles while ignoring the dire economic and public safety challenges that need addressing.
Next, there was an eyebrow-raising incident involving Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego. He found himself caught in controversy, lamenting that women aren’t allowed to be “hot” in politics, and instead of owning the statement, he positioned himself as a victim of misrepresentation. This peculiar spin only adds to the long-standing tradition of politicians diverting blame elsewhere—a move that many in the audience found to be as perplexing as it is entertaining. After all, perhaps Gallego could have embraced his comments instead of throwing others under the proverbial bus!
Last but not least, there was Tennessee’s own Afton Bain, a new face in politics famously dubbed “Tennessee’s AOC.” Bain made headlines by suggesting that there are “too many theater kids in politics.” It’s an assertion that certainly strikes a chord, given the dramatic twists and turns that often unfold in the political arena. If only those “theater kids” could channel their talents into dialogue instead of diatribes, who knows? Maybe Congress would become a more cheerful place.
In weighing the antics of these individuals, the Right Squad found themselves in a bit of a pickle trying to crown the ultimate “Donkey of the Week.” With Swalwell’s eyebrows-raising phone voting proposal stealing the storm, it’s hard to ignore the sense that perhaps a little common sense should prevail. After all, while modernizing is great, playing fast and loose with democracy might be pushing the envelope just a bit too far! The showdown between silly antics and serious issues continues, but one thing is abundantly clear: as the Democrats vie for attention in these quirky ways, the Right Squad is more than ready to dish out a few well-deserved chuckles at their expense.
