I have to say, this makes me think that many Republicans really are acting like poor losers or spoiled brats, saying NO to everything because they aren't in control.
Fuck, I hate to sound like I'm supporting ANY side, but you failed to mention that
10 Rep did vote YES. Republicans shouldn't be signalled out for this one, IMO.
Especially when 10 voted for it, and you Mr. Izagani, curiously didn't mention that. Providing your own spin to it? LOL
So the bill ensures that the Defense Department will not give contracts to any business that refuses to allow an employee legal recourse for certain crimes or actions, such as rape. Who could argue with that, right?
Ehh, not exactly.
The exact Amendment:
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To prohibit the use of funds for any Federal contract with Halliburton Company, KBR, Inc., any of their subsidiaries or affiliates, or any other contracting party if such contractor or a subcontractor at any tier under such contract requires that employees or independent contractors sign mandatory arbitration clauses regarding certain claims.
It has nothing to do with "rape" specifically.
Also, it really does signal out Halliburton Company, and while I think they're a corrupt piece of shit company that should be burned to the ground, you can't signal them out in an Amendment like that. ESPECIALLY when the US uses them for every fuck'n overseas contract.
Just to add, I could see how the wording of the Amendment might be used for frivolous lawsuits. They also might want to avoid lawsuits from contractors like
Blackwater employees and their families. However, I'm glad the Amendment passed.
Now, with that being said, John Stewart is hilarious!
- Oni