Wall Street Mess

Just why is it Democrats seem to be as eager as Republicans to do the Wall Street crooks' bidding?

The WSWS also notes the authoritarian atmosphere surrounding the bailout deal and mentions this startling observation:

The next day, the Los Angeles Times, in an article on the Senate passage of the bailout measure, noted in passing a statement by Democratic Rep. Brad Sherman from the San Fernando Valley in Southern California which underscores the authoritarian atmosphere surrounding the proceedings in Congress.

Sherman, who voted against the bailout bill on Monday, said, “The one thing that’s been proven is the absolute fear-mongering that’s being used to drive us is false.” He continued, “I’ve seen members turn to each other and say if we don’t pass this bill, we’re going to have martial law in the United States.”

The American people have their work cut out for them when their so-called representatives don't represent them at all.