[so_real]

When Pelosi was speaker ... exactly how much compromising with conservatives did you see taking place? I didn't see *any*. Now we've given them the Senate, the House, and the Executive Office. And we are taking baby steps toward improving the Supreme Court. I expect the same consideration for us from our Speaker as Nancy Pelosi received from the kooks on her side of the isle. Elections have consequences; what's good for the goose is good for the gander. I'm fine with throwing out any Speaker, like Ryan, who compromises only to cater to the liberals.

[entropy12]

When Pelosi was speaker ... exactly how much compromising with conservatives did you see taking place?

You just explained why her party was crushed in 2010, 2014, 2016. So yes, she was a purist for the left wing causes. That is why she is no longer THE SPEAKER of the house. Tip O'Neill on the other hand compromised a lot with Reagan, and may be that is why his party retained congress for many years during his time.