{"id":2041590,"date":"2023-09-22T15:21:02","date_gmt":"2023-09-22T19:21:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/fetterman-agrees-to-wear-suit-to-save-democracy-avoid-government-shutdown\/"},"modified":"2023-09-22T15:25:36","modified_gmt":"2023-09-22T19:25:36","slug":"fetterman-agrees-to-wear-suit-to-save-democracy-avoid-government-shutdown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/fetterman-agrees-to-wear-suit-to-save-democracy-avoid-government-shutdown\/","title":{"rendered":"Fetterman to don suit, save democracy, dodge shutdown."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">16<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Ffetterman-agrees-to-wear-suit-to-save-democracy-avoid-government-shutdown%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2041590&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p><!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\"><br \/>\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><html><body><\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">(Photo by\u200c Mark Makela\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>OAN\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oann.com\/tag\/james-meyers\">James Meyers<\/a><br \/>11:42 AM \u2013 Friday, September 22, 2023<\/h2>\n<p>Democrat Senator John Fetterman has \u200cmade an interesting offer to the GOP. He is willing to wear a suit on the Senate\u2062 floor if they\u2062 can avoid a\u2062 government\u200b shutdown. <\/p>\n<div id=\"div-gpt-ad-1663871513696-art-1\" style=\"min-width: 320px; min-height: 50px;  text-align: center;\">  \t<script>  \t\tgoogletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1663871513696-art-1'); });  \t<\/script>  <\/div>\n<div class=\"ad-slot__ad-label\">Advertisement<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<p>However, Fetterman\u2019s (D-Pa.) proposed deal \u200ccomes with certain conditions. The Senator said House Republicans must pass a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/police-arrest-7-people-who-stormed-mccarthys-office-in-protest-over-hiv-aids-funding\/\" title=\"7 arrested for storming McCarthy's office in HIV\/AIDS funding protest.\">government\u2064 funding bill<\/a> and show support for Ukraine in \u200btheir ongoing war with \u200cRussia. <\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>\u201cIf those jagoffs in the House stop trying to shut our government down, and fully support Ukraine, then I will save democracy by \u2062wearing a \u200dsuit on the Senate floor next week,\u201d Fetterman said in a \u200dWednesday statement. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Earlier this week, Senate \u2064Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oann.com\/newsroom\/schumer-changes-dress-code-rule-on-senate-floor-allowing-fetterman-to-wear-shorts\/\">stopped enforcing the Senate dress code<\/a> to accommodate\u200c Fetterman\u2019s refusal to wear a suit. <\/p>\n<p>During rare occasions, the \u2064Democrat is seen in\u2063 his business attire, \u2062and is mostly seen in the Capitol wearing a hoodie and gym shorts. <\/p>\n<p>Since the rule change, Fetterman has openly mocked Republicans who \u200bhave spoken out against it. <\/p>\n<p>However, Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-Ill), said he \u2064is \u2064questioning the new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/fetterman-agrees-to-wear-suit-to-save-democracy-avoid-government-shutdown\/\" title=\"Fetterman to don suit, save democracy, dodge shutdown.\">dress code enforcement rule<\/a>. <\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m concerned about it. You know, \u200bthe senator in question\u2063 from Pennsylvania is a personal friend,\u201d Durbin told \u200bSiriusXM host Steve Scully in a clip from \u201cThe Briefing with Steve Scully,\u201d which is set to air in\u2064 full on Friday,<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>\u201cI \u2062think\u2062 we \u2064need to have standards when it comes to what we\u2019re wearing on the floor of \u2063the Senate. And we\u2019re in \u2064the process of discussing that right \u2062now\u2063 as to \u2063what those standards will be,\u201d \u200cDurbin\u200b said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>\u201cI can\u2019t understand exactly what \u200b [Schumer] was thinking at that point,\u201d he continued. \u201cI want to give \u2064him the benefit of the doubt\u200b until I speak to him, but I think the Senate needs to act on\u200d this.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Meanwhile, \u200dSenator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) is gathering a proposal\u2064 to restore the Senate\u2019s dress code due to outspoken criticism of the recent \u200cchanges made by Schumer. <\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>Manchin\u2019s office said they will introduce the resolution next week \u200c\u201cto ensure the Senate dress code \u200dremains consistent\u200c with previous expectations.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Stay informed! Receive breaking news blasts directly to your inbox for free.\u2062 Subscribe here. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oann.com\/alerts\">https:\/\/www.oann.com\/alerts<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>In an exclusive interview, Wisconsin\u200c Senator \u200dRon\u2064 Johnson expresses deep concern about\u200c a government that lacks transparency and honesty. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>with Matt Marcenelle <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>with Aly Legge<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>with Dr. Pierre Kory<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>WASHINGTON\u2064 (Reuters) \u2013 The United States argues that Google, a subsidiary of \u200dAlphabet Inc,\u2063 has violated\u2063 the law in its attempts to dominate the online world\u2026 <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>By \u200dJohn Revill ZURICH (Reuters) \u2013 ABB is\u200c investing $280 million in a new robotics factory in Sweden, demonstrating the commitment of \u2063the Swiss engineering and\u2026 <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>PARIS (Reuters) \u2013 French \u2063Europe Minister Laurence Boon welcomes the EU&#8217;s launch of an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/reactions-to-eu-probe-of-chinese-electric-cars-imports\/\" title=\"EU probe of Chinese electric cars imports sparks mixed reactions.\">anti-subsidy investigation<\/a> into Chinese electric vehicles, highlighting the importance of fair competition\u2026 <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p>By Mathieu\u2064 Rosemain and Silvia Aloisi \u2064PARIS (Reuters) \u2013 Apple announces that\u200d its iPhone 12 model\u200b has received certification from multiple\u200d international bodies\u2026 <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> rnrn  <\/p>\n<h2> \u2062How does Senator Fetterman&#8217;s proposal to wear a suit on \u2062the Senate floor symbolize accountability in politics?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Title: \u200dSenator John Fetterman&#8217;s Proposal: A Brief Reflection on Senate Dress Code and Government Funding<\/p>\n<p>Introduction<\/p>\n<p>In a display of \u200cpolitical negotiations combined with subtle humor, \u2064Democrat Senator \u200bJohn Fetterman of Pennsylvania has put forth an interesting \u200dproposition to the GOP, offering to wear a \u200dsuit on\u2063 the Senate floor if they can prevent a government shutdown. This proposal comes with certain conditions, namely the passage of a government \u2063funding bill by House Republicans and their public support \u2063for Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia.<\/p>\n<p>The Suit as a Symbol of Accountability<\/p>\n<p>While political\u2064 deals are not uncommon, Senator Fetterman&#8217;s offer to don a suit holds unique significance. Historically, the suit has symbolized the identity and respectability of an individual, often \u2064associated with formal occasions and workplaces. By suggesting\u2063 this gesture, Fetterman emphasizes the importance of accountability within the \u2062political sphere, urging his Republican counterparts to prioritize the national interest over partisan disputes.<\/p>\n<p>The Ukraine-Russia Crisis: A Struggle for Solidarity<\/p>\n<p>Senator Fetterman&#8217;s conditional offer not only aims \u2062to\u200b prevent a government shutdown but also highlights the need for bipartisan\u2063 support in resolving international conflicts. By demanding Republican backing for\u2062 Ukraine&#8217;s ongoing war with Russia, Fetterman stresses the significance of\u200d standing\u200b with allies \u2062in times of crisis. This condition not only highlights\u2062 the importance of unity in foreign policy but also emphasizes the moral obligations of a leading nation.<\/p>\n<p>Senator\u200c Schumer&#8217;s Dress Code Change<\/p>\n<p>Earlier this week, Senate\u200b Majority Leader Chuck Schumer made headlines when he halted the enforcement of the Senate dress code. This decision\u2063 was made \u2062to accommodate \u200cSenator Fetterman&#8217;s choice to\u200d refrain from wearing a suit on the \u2064Senate floor. Fetterman, who is often seen in casual attire, including hoodies and gym shorts, has faced criticism \u200cfrom Republicans\u200d since the rule change. However, he has taken advantage \u200dof the situation\u2064 to openly taunt those who oppose \u200cthe new dress \u2063code regulations.<\/p>\n<p>Concerns\u200c and Discussions\u2063 Surrounding\u200d the Dress Code<\/p>\n<p>Although\u2064 Senator Schumer&#8217;s move has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/desantis-will-head-to-israel-as-he-bolsters-foreign-policy-chops-ahead-of-2024\/\" title=\"DeSantis will head to Israel as he bolsters foreign policy chops ahead of 2024\">generated mixed reactions<\/a>, Majority Whip Dick Durbin has expressed reservations about the new dress code enforcement\u2064 rule. Durbin, a personal friend of Senator Fetterman, believes it is\u200c necessary\u200b to establish standards\u2064 regarding attire on the Senate \u200cfloor. Sharing his concerns during an interview\u200d with SiriusXM host Steve Scully, Durbin emphasized the ongoing\u200d discussions surrounding the appropriate dress code for senators.<\/p>\n<p>Conclusion<\/p>\n<p>Senator John \u200dFetterman&#8217;s proposal, \u200dpresenting the opportunity for him to don a suit on the Senate floor, \u2063is an intriguing endeavor aimed at fostering bipartisanship and accountability within the political \u200barena. By linking the avoidance of a government shutdown with support for Ukraine, Fetterman demonstrates the interconnectedness of domestic and international affairs. Regardless of the \u200boutcome, the discussions \u200dsurrounding the Senate dress code and the ensuing negotiations serve as a reminder of \u200bthe ever-evolving dynamics of politics and\u200c the \u200bsignificance of symbols in shaping the narrative\u2063 of governance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Democrat Senator John Fetterman proposed a deal to the GOP: he&#8217;ll wear a suit on the Senate floor if they prevent a government shutdown. However, Fetterman&#8217;s offer has conditions. 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