I think some of it isn't even fear, although that would play a part for some, I think what we're seeing is largely typical "party over everything else" because the Democrats forcing a discharge petition onto Johnson would be embarrassing for Johnson, the fact it would need a few Republicans is even more embarrassing, the Republicans can't be seen helping the Democrats go against their "boss"
The fact that it would pass with Republican votes if Johnson brought it to the floor for a vote because they'd not be embarrassing Johnson, convinces me even more that it's more about Johnson/The Party than anything else, Imho. If it would pass through a regular vote, it'd be because Johnson allowed it, but the Discharge Petition is forcing Johnson to do something.
Last edited by Ryuu96 - on 13 March 2024
