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Campaign Image Tariffs are Taxes...That's YOUR Job.
Start Doing Your Job
Chris Siragusa

Outrage Grows Over Cowardly Silence as Tariffs Threaten Recession


America is sleepwalking into economic disaster, and Congress is holding the door wide open.

This week, the Trump Administration unilaterally imposed sweeping new tariffs, again. And once more, Congress stood by and did absolutely nothing. No debate. No vote. No accountability.

Tariffs are taxes. They raise prices on imported goods, disrupt supply chains, and saddle working Americans with higher costs at the register. We’ve been here before. History tells us where this road leads: runaway inflation, stalled growth, lost jobs: *stagflation*. That’s not a prediction, it’s a playbook. Yet Congress just shrugged and handed the pen to the president.

A Constitutional Abdication

Tariffs aren't just bad economics—they're also a dangerous power grab. Under Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution, only Congress has the power to levy taxes and duties. It was designed that way for a reason: to keep the power to raise revenue in the hands of elected representatives, not the executive branch.

But somewhere along the way, Congress got lazy, or worse, complicit. Over decades, they’ve handed over more and more authority to the White House, passing vague laws that allow the president to slap tariffs on just about anything by simply citing “national security” or “economic emergency.” It’s cowardice wrapped in legislative loopholes.

This latest round of Trump tariffs shows just how far we’ve fallen. The president didn’t have to consult anyone. He didn’t need Congressional approval. He simply declared it, and it was done.

And Congress? Silent.

This isn’t about whether you support Trump or not. It’s about whether you support democracy.

Economic Suicide by Tariff

Let’s be clear: these tariffs are a disaster in the making.

They will raise prices on everything from cars to clothes to groceries. Businesses that rely on global supply chains will be hit with higher costs, leading to layoffs and slower hiring. Inflation, already rising, will spike. The Federal Reserve will be forced to keep interest rates high to fight it, choking off investment and growth.

What do you get when prices go up, but the economy slows down?

Stagflation - the nightmare scenario. And Congress is letting it happen without lifting a finger.

Even if you believe some tariffs are necessary to protect U.S. industries, that’s a debate worth having. In Congress. Out in the open. With transparency, accountability, and input from the American people.

That’s the job they were elected to do.

Cheerleaders, Not Leaders

Instead, what do we get? Congressional leaders on both sides issuing toothless press releases, wringing their hands, and then doing… nothing.

We didn’t elect these people to be cheerleaders for the president. We elected them to serve *us*. To debate. To legislate. To act in the national interest, not their own political careers.

Their refusal to check the executive branch, their refusal to do the hard work of governing, is not just pathetic—it’s dangerous.

And if we don’t push back now, it only gets worse.

Make Them Feel It

At VoteDown, we believe in direct political accountability. We believe politicians shouldn’t get to ignore the people and skate by unchallenged. And we believe the best way to make Congress listen is to make them hurt politically when they fail us.

Here’s what you can do right now:

- Contact your member of Congress and demand they reclaim their power over tariffs.
- Email and protest, yes—but don’t stop there.
- Use VoteDown to show your outrage in the most effective way possible:
Publicly pledge to donate against your representative in the next election—and we'll ensure your funds go directly to their most viable challenger. No noise. Just consequences.

When enough of us VoteDown, they won’t be able to ignore it. They'll hear us. In their inboxes. In the media. In the polls. And eventually, at the ballot box.

We don’t have to accept this broken system. We don’t have to accept inflation, recession, and authoritarian drift. We can fight back. But only if we stop playing defense and start going on the offensive.

They work for us—not the other way around.

👉 VoteDown your rep now
Let them feel what accountability actually looks like.

#TrumpTariffs #TradeWar #CongressCorruption #TariffImpact
This Campaign Is Against Charles E. Schumer, John Thune + 2 others
Campaign Image Replace Chuck Schumer with a Democrat with a Spine
Time and Time Again, Chuck Schumer is played, or just gives in. It's time for a Democrat with strength to represent NY
Chris Siragusa

Chuck Gives In Again

Just one day after promising to stand up to the draconian Budget Continuing Resolution which will devastate his constituents, Chuck backed down, yet again.

Issue after issue, year after year, Schumer has either been played or has given in.

Chuck, it's time to grow a spine.

Primary Chuck Schumer

We are raising funds to oppose Chuck Schumer in his next primary election. The money will go to whichever Democrat runs against him that is leading.

We need a change. We need someone to lead.

We don't need Chuck.

Why VoteDown

Chuck seems to only listen to the big money people that fund him. The want him weak, putting up only token resistance to the oligarchy.

We need real leaders. VoteDown Schumer and let's start the next Democratic chapter.
This Campaign Is Against Charles E. Schumer
Campaign Image Keith Self Can't Hide His Disdain
Constituents showed up to protest and he just didn't care
Chris Siragusa
Keith Self showed up for a town hall to "listen" to his constituents, but simply ignored them as they booed him.

He doesn't care about the boos.
He doesn't care about the people.
He only cares about himself.

If our representatives can't be bothered to even pretend to care when their constituents take time out of their busy schedules to protest, then we need new tools.

Let's raise money against Keith Self to let him know that he cannot just smirk at us and ignore us.
This Campaign Is Against Keith Self
Campaign Image Put Country First
Mike needs to do his job
Chris Siragusa

Mike Johnson: Put Country Over Party



America is facing real challenges—threats to democracy, economic struggles, and a broken political system that prioritizes power over the people. Yet, instead of leading with integrity, Speaker Mike Johnson has chosen partisan gamesmanship, prioritizing political loyalty over what's best for the country.

From election denial to obstructionist tactics, Johnson has repeatedly put party over principle, catering to extremists while ignoring the will of the American people. His leadership isn’t about solutions—it’s about amassing power at any cost.

We need leaders who put country over party, who fight for democracy instead of undermining it, and who focus on solutions instead of division.

Join the Fight to Hold Him Accountable


At VoteDown.org, we’re mobilizing resources to ensure that Mike Johnson’s self-serving politics come at a cost. With your help, we can build a campaign to expose his failures and support candidates who will put the country first.*

Donate – Every contribution fuels efforts to replace Johnson.
Spread the Word – Share the facts and inform others about his record.
Take Action – Join a movement dedicated to real leadership, not partisan loyalty.

America Deserves Better


America deserves better. Help us hold Mike Johnson accountable. Donate today.

This Campaign Is Against Mike Johnson
Campaign Image What Is The Price Of A Childs Life?
It Should Be Infinite - But Congress Values Children Only At $13
Chris Siragusa

Overview


For too long, our country has been plagued by gun violence, disproportionately targeting our young people. While mass shootings devastate families and communities, our children are forced to practice active shooter drills—preparing for a nightmare that should never happen.

Yet, time and again, some members of Congress refuse to act. Instead of meaningful reform, they offer nothing but empty "thoughts and prayers."

Enough is enough.

At VoteDown.org, we don’t just demand change—we make it happen. This campaign is to raise funds to defeat politicians who oppose common-sense gun laws and replace them with leaders who will take action to protect our communities.

With your support, we can ensure that those who prioritize gun lobbyists over children’s lives face real political consequences.

$13? Really? That's It?


The reps below are some of largest recipients of Gun Lobby Money in Congress.

Over a few years, the top 10 recipients received about $130,000 each.
During that time, almost 10,000 kids were killed by guns in this country.
That's a measly $13/child.

We can raise much more than that against them. They should not be afraid of the Gun Lobby. They should be afraid of US.

How You Can Help


✔ Donate – Every dollar goes toward removing politicians who block gun safety laws.
✔ Share the Facts – Use this campaign and video to spread awareness.
✔ Take a Stand – Join the movement and send a message that inaction is unacceptable.

It's time to do more than hope. It’s time to Vote Down those who stand in the way of progress.

Donate now and make your voice heard.
This Campaign Is Against Tom Emmer, Jim Jordan + 2 others
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