Once upon a time in America, folks looked to elect leaders who could manage budgets, keep the streets safe, and make life a little bit better. Seems reasonable, right? But in today’s topsy-turvy world, some folks seem more concerned with a dizzying array of pronouns than balancing a budget. While imaginative names and personal declarations have their place, Democrats seem keen on prioritizing the wild over the wise when it comes to putting people in positions of power.

Democrats, in a move that’s either charmingly quirky or completely confounding, have started placing folks in positions of authority. It’s as if they’ve decided, “Why consult experts for advice on running the country when you could assemble a whimsical circus?” Instead of experts in economics or law enforcement, we’re getting pronoun pioneers. While it makes for an interesting day at the office, it’s left many wondering if it’s a lapse in judgment—or perhaps a bold leap into a new, post-expertise political era.

Some might say the Democrats’ strategy is about inclusivity or breaking outdated norms, and sure, that sounds like a noble intention. But as the smoke and mirrors of this new approach dissipate, one is left asking if zany antics might be better suited for a reality TV show than the hallowed halls of governance. After all, running a country is a serious business that requires more than creative pronouns.

In a tale stranger than fiction, Democrats are busily transforming institutions into theater productions, auditioning eccentric characters ready to make headlines but not necessarily headway. While Republicans are left scratching their heads, sipping their morning coffee, and wondering if common sense will soon be a relic of the past, the rest of the country is left hoping this is merely a phase—like a bad haircut during middle school. In the meantime, we’ll brace ourselves, pop some popcorn, and watch as the spectacle unfolds, all with the faint hope that one day, practicality will be back in style.