Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi bragged about her newfound freedom as a result of leaving Democratic leadership, saying she was now more free to speak her mind.
Though Pelosi said she hasn't had time to travel yet, she did boast that she's"writing a book." She also vowed to be more vocal about protecting American democracy, arguing that Republicans have become a threat to it.
"That was in keeping with their home address: reckless," Pelosi said."That’s what all roads lead to with the Republicans: reckless."But Pelosi lamented that her newfound role forced her to downsize"the best staff in the history of Congress."She also expressed regret that she could not hand the keys of leadership over to a Democratic majority, saying she"fully intended to do that.
The former speaker expressed optimism that she would finish her term in Congress and that her new role would still be fulfilling.Nevertheless, she insists she will not be looking over the new leadership's shoulder and would be available as a"resource" to them only if they ask for her input.
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