My Nancy Pelosi appreciation thread

[aaaaaa5a]

I just wanted to post something positive on behalf of Nancy Pelosi.

She is the first woman to be Speaker of the House, and by definition is the most powerful female politician in American History.

I never understood why more wasn't make of her historic rise to the House speakership. She stood strong, when others didn't. And it was with her help and guidance that in a very volatile political era, Democrats made impressive gains in 2006 and 2008, winning in places I never thought Democrats would ever win. She was incredible helpful in leading this country to elect its first African American President. And when Senate Majority leader Harry Reid (and even the White House) wanted to give up on the dream of Health Care, it was Nancy Pelosi's strong hand that guided the the historic legislation into the law.

Often times in our history, generational time must pass before we can properly archive the historic accomplishments of the people currently before us. I think Nancy Pelosi could fall into this category. She has bravely taken the heat and been demonized for Bush's economy, while providing cover for others to survive. She has made tremendous political sacrifices for her party, constituents and our country. She will be remembered for the positive contributions she has made to our history.

This is my Nancy Pelosi appreciation thread. On a night when she is endlessly bashed as the symbolic "face of defeat" and voter backlash, I thought it was needed here.

Please feel free to post your positive thoughts in regard to our outstanding and historic Speaker of the House…. Nancy Pelosi.

[Denninmi]

1. Nice post.

I know it won't happen, but in my fantasy mind, I would like to see the lame duck House pass a bazillion progressive bills, just for spite.

[aaaaaa5a]

4. Thank you ! NT

[blondeatlast]

2. "Face of defeat" and "voter backlash"?

Speaker Pelosi kicks ass, that's why she's hated--but I would never describe her in such terms. I'm curious as to why you chose to do so?

[aaaaaa5a]

11. I agree that she kicked a***!

I am a big fan of hers. I used those terms because the GOP used her as the symbolic enemy to run against.

[aaaaaa5a]

12. I agree that she kicked a***!

I am a big fan of hers. I used those terms because the GOP used her as the symbolic enemy to run against.

[cynatnite]

3. She'll never get the credit she deserves for all she accomplished. n/t

[Coexist]

5. she was an effective leader

got the votes the President needed. she should be proud.

[barbtries]

6. i second your thoughts

and hope she holds her position. i know it's not looking good but damn.

[aaaaaa5a]

13. Agreed! Lets not throw in the towel yet! NT

[myrna minx]

7. Thank you Madame Speaker. n/t

[Old and In the Way]

8. She did her best.

Republicans get rewarded for hurting this Country's recovery from the very policies that they implemented a short 6 years ago.. Not her fault that 50% of the American voters are ignorant on the facts.

[otohara]

9. They Demonized Her

across the country - hateful stuff

[Enrique]

23. so did we

back in the day.

[Lefta Dissenter]

10. (((((Nancy Pelosi))))))

The more I've learned about her, the more respect and appreciation I have for her. If she had been here 200+ years ago, she would have been one of the Founding Mothers of our country.

[nolabear]

14. Thank You, Madame Speaker.

[femmocrat]

15. She was an outstanding Speaker.

Maybe she will be back in two years.

[woo me with science]

16. She was a bulldog,

more than the President.

[AC_Mem]

17. ((Nancy Pelosi))

I have such great admiration for her. She led us to so many historic moments, stayed strong and true to the message. I'm having a hard time believing that people want to undo HISTORY.

What is wrong with America? We are going to be the laughing stock of the world.

sigh.

[Canuckistanian]

18. The House was a rock

The Senate... ehhhhh, not so much.

[tigereye]

19. I like Nancy and will be sad to see her go! It was cool to have the first

Dem woman speaker.

[moobu2]

20. Thank you Nancy Pelosi.

[Occam Bandage]

21. She did a good job at passing strong legislation.

She did a shit job at defending it, which is why her job title is about to change. But Democratic failure to stand behind Democratic victories is hardly endemic to Speaker Pelosi. She did, all things considered, a pretty good job. Certainly better than most would have done.

[opihimoimoi]

22. KnR I love that woman.....she got Balls...