Bulwark Takes Jason Crow: Voters Want Normal Government, Not Trump’s Circus
Nov 7, 2025
Jason Crow, U.S. Representative from Colorado and Army veteran, delves into the political rift created by Trump’s chaotic governance. He discusses how the recent government shutdown has reshaped Democratic resolve, emphasizing the need for strong oversight and guardrails to limit presidential power. Crow also critiques ineffective military strategies against drugs and stresses the significance of recruiting pragmatic leaders for Trump-leaning districts, advocating for public service in defense of democracy.
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Voters Prefer Normal Government Over Chaos
- Jason Crow argues voters reject Trump's chaos and want normal, competent government.
- He ties that desire to opposition to tariffs, military adventurism, and disruptive politics.
Shutdown Is About Policy And Constitutional Guardrails
- Crow links the shutdown to policy harms like lost ACA subsidies and SNAP cuts from July's Republican bill.
- He says Democrats are willing to compromise but refuse to enable constitutional abuses.
Insist On Concrete Guardrails Before Funding
- Require concrete guardrails before voting to reopen government, not mere promises.
- Demand protections on fund reprogramming, domestic troop use, tariffs, and stronger oversight.