Jack, please, I’m only an elected official here, I can’t make decisions by myself! — The Nightmare Before Christmas

Ladies and gentlemen of the Congress, Mr. President, and various elected legislators, governors, sheriffs, and dog catchers, please read the above carefully.  It is humorous because it embodies how I see you.  I didn’t vote for you to grandstand, shake babies, or kiss hands.  I elected you to do a job, and usually that means taking a stand based on principles and facts.  If you can’t do that, go do something more constructive with your time and my tax money.