Senate Bipartisanship
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's decision not to seek re-election is a blow to Senate bipartisanship, as it further hollows out the centrist core. Her departure, along with other moderates like Sen. Joe Manchin and Sen. Mitt Romney, leaves a gap in bipartisan deal-making.
Key Points
- Sinema, Manchin, and Romney's departures highlight the decline of bipartisanship
- Loss of key moderate voices may hinder future bipartisan agreements
- Recent rejection of border security deal shows the challenges faced by moderates in today's political climate
Pros
- Sinema had a strong record as a bipartisan negotiator
- Helped advance some of President Biden's top priorities
Cons
- Sinema faced criticism from progressives as a sellout
- Some viewed her as not willing to go the distance when faced with political challenges