I have a long-standing belief that Politics is the “Art of Compromise.” Saying NO to EVERyTHING, means NO THING EVER gets done. In life, we make compromises ever day. If you do not have enough money to buy something, you should not buy it. However, if you settle for something less, it should still be a good deal. There in lies the compromise. I’m sure you have heard the expression, “Champagne taste and beer pockets.” Good quality, less cost.
The “cliff hanger” that is happening in Washington D. C. is a clear example of the Art of Compromise. Both sides have presented their proposals to prevent the USA from bankruptcy and now, each side must reach a responsible compromise. President Obama was re-elected and members of his party maintains a Majority in the Senate and added more members in the House of Representatives. In fact, the latest NBC News/Wall Street Journal disclosed the 65% of Americans said Make Compromises while 28% said Stick to Positions. The poll also gave the Democratic Party a 44% approval rating to the Republican Party of 30%. The American people spoke out choosing the President’s initiatives and support making a compromise. Even in the New State Senate, while Democrats may have won control of that chamber, a compromise is being put together, in the best interest of governing this great state. That’s called Cooperation or Bipartisanship.
We need to begin compromising to achieve progress and making a difference. Compromise means each side giving a little and getting a little. It’s about respecting the other side’s position. Sacrificing a little to their opponents and getting a little from their opponents. That’s how we will move forward. Moving the ball forward by giving something to the other side. That’s called representative government and respect. Think about when you are buying or selling your home. You want your price, and the buyer has their price. Somewhere you reach a compromise, which each side can live with. “You can’t always get what you want,” but if you are willing to compromise, you get what you need.
Richard S. Macellaro