Sentences with phrase «politics getting in the way of»

I think the real gap here is that people let politics get in the way of right and wrong.

I think it's politics getting in the way of actually having good public policy take effect.

Trump's pick to lead the FBI, Christopher Wray, a former Justice Department official, declared today that he will not let politics get in the way of the bureau's mission, saying its work will be driven only by «the facts, the law and the impartial pursuit of justice.»

When I asked for his view on the letter Donovan replied with a suggestion of disagreement, saying «I think our government has to get on the same page» and «I think sometimes politics gets in the way of governing», but did not offer any clear statement on the letter.

«It is a disgrace that a former cop took a walk from the chamber and refused to stand up for law enforcement and let politics get in the way of public safety.»

At that crucial juncture, state Sen. Schneiderman once again let politics get in the way of protecting the public from the worst type of criminals.»

Is this a case of politics getting in the way of science?

I have a feeling politics got in the way of this one.

I am impressed with your euthanasia numbers and the fact that you don't let politics get in the way of saving lives.

«We can't let politics get in the way of our work for the animals and the communities we serve.»

And then there is the other problem whereby politics gets in the way of science (is there any other way to explain the hockey wars?)

We understand there's a huge demand for Lightning applications but we will not let external politics get in the way of sound engineering and user safety.

Whether it's a slew of projects with tough deadlines, office politics getting in the way of your productivity, or any other issue, you should take the time now in the early stages of the year to recognize the roots of the biggest problems you'll face and how you can maneuver around or resolve them.

Not exact matches

ANALYSIS: Politics is getting in the way of timely and cost - efficient delivery of much - needed major projects.

But after watching his nation hit by three recessions in seven years, Kennedy was determined to make sure politics didn't get in the way of preparing for the next crisis.

But the main thing continues to be that a little religious persecution, or even a lot of religious persecution, must not get in the way of support for progressive politics.

I'm sad because I feel that our failure only confirms my fears that a church like this one — in which all are welcome, in which women can lead, in which politics don't get in the way of fellowship, in which questions are encouraged, in which a diversity of opinions is celebrated, in which gossip is kept to a minimum — simply can not make it in Dayton.

Perhaps paradoxically, it has not gotten badly in the way of twenty - plus years of practical, contested electoral politics.

The religion has gotten way too immersed in politics and condemning anyone who doesn't follow the self - serving Bibical interpretations of the hypocritical «leaders.»

I don't get it... we re supposed to have a seperation of church and state in our politics yet we find that our political world is constantly guided by flawed religious beliefs... now religious beliefs are creeping into the workplace, at what point would someone possibly be denied a job because a perspective employer finds out that a perspective employees religious beliefs don't follow the employers... sorry guys religion doesn; t belong in politics or the workplace in any way, shape or form.

While the division of opinion revolved around whether the church should ever get involved in politics and whether Christians could support a known communist, the unspoken issue was the historic suspicion that communism is an attack on the American way of life.

On the other hand, a better vision of «good», in my opinion, would be where there is healthy dialogue and disagreement without people coming to blows and demonizing one another and not resorting to politics to get their way.

The pastors are not staying out of politics as it is so they should probably be involved in a way that lines up with their faith... you know, all of that help the less fortunate stuff that seems to be ignored in favor of getting angry about what people do in their bedrooms.

Lunch Line exposes how politics and private interests have gotten in the way of doing right by kids, but at least now, people are talking.»

This strict separation guarantees that politics will not get in the way of good asset management.

Another colleague agrees: «He's got to be careful not to get too bogged down in politics north of the border, but when the independence campaign is out of the way he's got the opportunity to become a real force.»

So for three of the President - elect's apparent purposes (trade, security, taxation), Congress neither can nor may constrain him under current law or politics: in the short - term, the forty - fifth President will be able to get his way.

My feeling is that we need people in politics to rediscover more ideals, and people in movements / NGOs / community organisation to rediscover better ways of getting their ideals into practice.

If James gets stuck in with the community organising and Demos, it could be an exciting way of seeing if politics can be nurtured outside of the more formal methods.

i am trying to get help to get power back to the people.i wrote to bbc and the mail but got nowhere.my idea is to put together a document stating things that need putting right, and for this document to be water tight, the reason being i want to get independents voted in the next election who will sign this document and carry it out we will need about 350 of them to make sure its all passed, i need help making my idea public and so getting people in to help this is about getting our country back from party first politics i hope you can help me some way or put me in touch with someone who can thank you for youre time dennis

She suggested politics may have even gotten in the way of her brother's advancement in the past.

Pushing for the closure of Rikers has picked up speed in recent years, Page said, but it's critical that advocates don't allow politics or too much time to get in the way.

While we have a new generation of Bono-esque musicians wanting to be politicians, we're getting our own back in that we're a group of politicians wanting to be musicians!For me, music remains an overwhelming passion and a great way to de-stress from politics.

«But what I think it showed of Jeremy as a leader, a) this is a man who's very comfortable in his own skin, he's got a sense of humour and he can cut through to young voters in a way that very few politicians can, and that is something that you can't buy in politics.»

Many people do want to get involved in party politics but don't see life membership as the way of doing so.

... It's important the public is assured that someone accused of stealing taxpayer money, that politics will never get in the way.»

As a way of independent political organizations to get a say in national politics (they may not be strong enough to present a candidate, but may force one of the candidates to negotiate some proposals in exchange of their support).

But, bumped into in the corridors of Westminster, he revealed how the practicalities of politics can sometimes get into the way.

The political class Adam [Afriyie] has got a very compelling story in many ways, he's self - made, was brought up on a council estate in Peckham, a guy of colour, very successful businessman and in many ways... If you look at David Cameron, Nick Clegg, Ed Miliband, George Osborne, Ed Balls, they're all people who have essentially spent their entire working life in politics, almost all of them have been PPE or equivalent graduates from Oxford or Cambridge.

Proof only gets in the way of politics.

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The duo, made up of Republican former U.S. Rep. David Jolly of Belleair Bluffs and Democratic former U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy of Jupiter, has been touring Florida universities and town halls for a few months now, offering biting looks at how hyper - partisan politics from both of their parties have gotten in the way of governing, and their hopeful views for why and how that should be overcome.

In that way, we were able to use Teachout's momentum to make modest but important gains for independent politics, winning 5 percent of the vote and getting a number of teachers» union locals to endorse a Green Party candidate for the first time.

Many people have a basic understanding about how to dispose of their waste, but poverty, politics and prejudice often get in the way.

«A lot of things can get in the way of these deep - seated dispositions, which are probably related to politics but are far from determinative,» says John Hibbing, a professor of political science at University of Nebraska — Lincoln who co-authored the study.

, but I fear that launching into a discussion of sociology and politics would get in the way of my flat hatred of The Santa Clause 2.

The outspoken Robbins consciously avoided politics while talking about the film, as if he didn't want his own views to get in the way of the film's non-partisan story.

Although not a slice of life film, one gets the sense that politics, both interpersonal and governmental, are always at the forefront of most confrontations, and it is in the richness of the presentation that Affleck finds a way to springboard what might otherwise amount to a routine child abduction drama, albeit one with a few nifty developments.

An excellent deconstruction of the state of American politics by a seasoned reporter with not only access to the pivotal players but also a knack for picking their brains in a way which gets to the heart of any issue.