Staff Reports
In a shocking, yet somehow predictable twist, the Democratic Party has proven yet again that its machinations have no bounds—even posthumously. The recent passing of Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva, a prominent voice on the left, has been overshadowed by an extraordinary post allegedly made from beyond the grave, targeting former President Donald Trump’s reforms at the Department of Education. While many might expect dead politicians to rest in peace, it seems Grijalva’s account had other ideas.
Since taking office, Grijalva has been notably absent from the political arena, a fact that many observers had begun to discuss during his waning health battles. Despite being a seasoned congressman, Grijalva’s frailty prevented him from carrying out his duties. His recent health struggles had left him too weak to travel back to Capitol Hill, making his eventual retirement from Congress seem not just reasonable but urgent. Yet, instead of a quiet farewell, his staff delivered a post-mortem diatribe on social media that showcased the Democrats’ desperate attempts to attack Trump, even when it requires invoking the ghost of a fallen congressman.
Shortly after Grijalva’s death was announced, his staff inexplicably hit send on a lengthy tirade against Trump’s handling of the Department of Education. The message contained familiar tropes about threats to student funding and civil rights but lacked any acknowledgment of the actual timing or appropriateness given the circumstances. It’s laughable that in a moment where dignity could have prevailed, we were instead treated to a melodramatic performance that blurred the lines between reality and political theater.
Dead Dems Vote AND Post on Social Media: AZ Rep. Blasts Trump in Post on X Hours After Death https://t.co/bu2rToEM6E
— Patriot Pointman (@patriotpointman) March 14, 2025
This bizarre incident brings to light the deeply entrenched habits of the Democratic Party, which seems unable to step off the soapbox, even when reasoning would dictate a moment of silence. While some might expect Democrats to recognize the gravity of the moment, this post showcases their inability to read the room. Their attempts to paint Trump as a villain continue to backfire spectacularly, suggesting that Democrats are grasping at straws to maintain their outdated narrative in the face of reality.
The posthumous statement is not just cringe-inducing; it is a symptom of a party out of touch with America. Instead of unifying messages or genuine respect for their fallen leader, they resort to political grandstanding that only serves to highlight their own weaknesses. Coupled with the almost weekly sight of an awkward, identical manifesto emerging from multiple Democratic representatives, Grijalva’s account adds another layer of absurdity to an already bizarre tableau.
If the Democratic Party hopes to remain relevant, they must recalibrate their approach from one of relentless attacks and lockstep ignorance to something resembling reason and tact. Instead of driving their comrades and constituents into the ground with these stunts, they might consider taking a step back and reflecting on how such antics alienate them from the very voters they claim to represent. As they continue this cringe-worthy spiral, oblivion for the once-dominant party may be the only destination left on their political journey.
