They’re arguing that the TTAB’s decision was arbitrary and capricious and thus not an appropriate exercise of government power. It’s an excellent example of why the government shouldn’t be tasked with determining what is “offensive.” Besides the obvious first amendment issues the government has a poor track record of…

Not to be a party pooper, but he is not utilizing paid family leave, he is utilizing the weekend. One of the most enduring victories of labor unions in the 20th century. Does he promote policies that aim to take away the weekend? That would be hypocrisy.

Your article says the US is one of 3 countries in the world, then links to a source that says one of 3 industrialized countries. Facts matter.

Because it’s also his job to be in Wisconsin. It’s his job to meet with people he represents. It’s his job to meet with state and local government officials.

Also, he is making a demand through negotiation. He isn’t writing a law that allows him to take time off. If people want paid time off for parental leave, they can negotiate that with their employer at the date of hire. Mandating that by law is unnecessary. Use some critical thinking skills and not believe this clear…

You millenials really need to learn what actual hypocrisy is and not imply it for just any old thing you don’t like. Hypocrisy requires like for like.

A legislator’s job isn’t to be in DC 5 days a week every week of the year. Their job is split between DC and their district.

I support parental leave and generally think the republican platform is crap, but having weekends off is not the same as parental leave. It’s having days off.

Travel to and from the district is vital to the job. Dems and Republicans go back and forth often, and catch hell from their constituents when they don’t. As a representative, you are required to maintain residency and it’s preferable for you to remain an active, involved participant in the community.