I believe I learned in school that the 435 members of the House of Representatives were elected to represent the voters in their districts. Members of both parties should be reaching across the aisle to negotiate with the opposite party to reach a consensus on matters of importance to the citizens whom they represent.

Instead it appears that Empress Pelosi has the final say on all matters. No matter how reasonable other members of Congress try to be, no matter that they want to pass bills and move the country forward, all she has to do is say “No!” and everything comes to a halt.

She is the leader of the “Hate all Republicans” wing of the Democratic Party. It’s beyond my comprehension that they turn their backs and show their “Kick me please, Nancy” signs every time she enters the room. It appears that she wants all progress to grind to a screeching halt, and she’s making good on that pledge. What happened to putting your constituents first? What happened to doing what’s best for the citizens of this country? What happened to smiling and shaking hands and cooperation?

Annalie Evans

Spokane