Steve Forbes on GOP Messaging, Government Shutdowns, and Energy Policy

GOP Messaging and Government Shutdowns

• 📌 Steve Forbes argues that Republicans should hammer home the message that Democrats are responsible for the current government shutdown and its negative consequences.
• ⚠️ He criticizes the Democrats' actions, including withholding pay for essential workers and cutting off SNAP benefits, questioning their endgame and linking it to the party's embrace of the far-left.
• 💡 Forbes advises against eliminating the filibuster, stating it's a necessary tool to protect minority rights and prevent radical policy shifts when opposing parties are in power.
• 📈 He notes that Republican approval ratings have surprisingly increased, suggesting voters react negatively to what he terms