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With the world and much of America in disarray (Russia, Ukraine, COVID, inflation, etc.), it is nice to see the steadiness being displayed by our allies on Capitol Hill and around the nation.

The practice of two-party politics can be both inspirational and effective, but it can also be calming during chaos.

From a bipartisan deal to keep the government open, to a strong statement from senators of both parties on Ukraine, to Maine Senator Susan Collins’ new op-ed in The New York Times touting the effort she is leading to restore confidence in our election systems – Americans can take at least some comfort from the fact that the extreme, loud voices in both parties don’t always call the tune.

A great example this week of steadying conversation: The event No Labels hosted on Wednesday with Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey and former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers.  Both men talked smartly and expertly about the role of the Federal Reserve.  If you missed the online session, you can see some highlights here and here and the full event here.

I think you will be delighted by how intelligent the conversation was, and equally struck by how respectful the two men were towards each other.

It is a reminder that the reason we fight for what we fight for – more two-party solutions to our biggest challenges – is because in a world often in disarray, the best way to fix what’s broken is by listening to the Pat Toomeys and Lawrence Summerses of the world, not the clown show stars who too often throw their hysterical brickbats into the gears of our democracy.

Like many of you, I sometimes worry about the future for my family in these uncertain times.  But I know what we are building together, our commonsense movement to unite this country led by allies who put country over party, is the right way forward.

All my best,

Liz Morrison
Co-Executive Director
No Labels