Media muffling Dem's message

Regarding the Aug. 29 letter, “America needs a Superman now”: The author asks why Democrats have been silent while the Republican-controlled government in Washington has plunged our nation into confusion, insecurity and fear. Amicable resolution of differences ended in 1994, when the Republican Party took control of Congress. The House, in particular, under the leadership of Newt Gingrich, instituted new rules that allowed no compromises and have demanded complete subservience to President Bush. Tom DeLay who, as majority whip, controlled committee assignments and pork projects, enforced those rules. Now, his successor does. That is why representatives like Frank LoBiondo, R-2nd, and Jim Saxton, R-3rd, vote with President Bush and the Republican leadership 17 out of every 20 times. Their votes benefit the wealthy and special interests, which contribute large amounts of money to the Republican Party. The opposition is not silent. Americans are mostly hearing the message repeated constantly by the administration and the not-as-liberal-as-you-think media. The Internet is full of sites one can access to learn where the Democrats stand on the war in Iraq, Katrina recovery, the economy, health care and other important issues. Begin your research by Googling “Democratic Party agenda.” Nick Reina, Milmay - Published in the Atlantic City Press, September 7, 2006