With just a couple months away from losing more seats in the House of Representatives, and possibly losing control of the U.S. Senate, Democrats are desperately trying to hold on to power by pushing their divisive race and “fairness” agendas.
Democrats are hoping that by doing so, it will help mitigate the damage Republicans will have done on election day.Fat chance that will happen.
The Senate has just “advanced” the Paycheck Fairness Act by a vote count of 73-25. While all of the Republicans in the Senate voted against it in April, 15 voted to end the debate and let the bill move forward.
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Completing this poll grants you access to Shark Tank updates free of charge. You may opt out at anytime. You also agree to this site's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.The Paycheck Fairness Act is part of Democrats’ Fair Shot agenda — progressive priorities meant to draw distinction between the two parties ahead of November’s elections. The Senate is also expected to vote on raising the minimum wage and allowing students to refinance their loans — all measures that have already failed this year.
“The Paycheck Fairness Act is a common-sense plan that supports the basic idea that all Americans should receive equal pay for equal work,” said Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), who is running for reelection against Scott Brown. “I will continue to fight this inequality until it is corrected, and it’s time for Republicans in the Senate to stop playing politics with this important legislation that will help women, families and our economy.”-The Hill
This bill will surely fail in the House, and Democrats are eagerly waiting to seize that moment, in order to continue painting the GOP of waging a “war on women.”
Women just so happen to vote in larger numbers than men, so is it any surprise that Democrats are trying to appeal to them by pulling out the estrogen card?
The White House and several other prominent Democrat politicos tweeted their praise for the Senate Fairness Act.
When #WomenSucceed, America succeeds. It’s long-past time to ensure #EqualPay for women. #PaycheckFairness pic.twitter.com/pS1qbuR1I3
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) September 10, 2014
When #WomenSucceed, America succeeds. It’s that simple. And it’s long-past time to ensure #EqualPay for women. pic.twitter.com/YnlXxeHhHq
— Vice President Biden (@VP) September 10, 2014
Hobby lobby + the wage gap = women paying more for healthcare out of their already smaller paychecks #FixHobbyLobby pic.twitter.com/Dq31mb0cvT
— Alcee L. Hastings (@RepHastingsFL) September 10, 2014
Over her entire career, the wage gap will cost a woman $443,000. Women deserve #EqualPay for equal work!
— Sen. Barbara Boxer (@SenatorBoxer) September 10, 2014
Nationally, women are paid $11,607 less per yr than men. In IL the number is $11,596. #PaycheckFairness Act rewards #EqualPay for equal work
— Senator Dick Durbin (@SenatorDurbin) September 10, 2014