Always attempt to be reasonable, respectful and persistent, but do not cave in.

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If Republicans become obsessed with their agenda and refuse a reasonable deal, and the Democrats do not cave, the executive branch will be faced with an inability to continue its operations.

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If Silicon Valley helped you get rich and happy, do you go into your cave and savor your winnings?

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In reality, what they are trying to do is to make Republicans look so bad that they will cave in.

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