Anyone with a basic knowledge of politics can recognize that an issue deemed ââ?¬Å?plain and simpleââ?¬Â never actually is. For some unapparent reason, politicians remain loyal to this failed rhetorical tactic, as if its clichÃ?© justification will elicit public acceptance. However, this pathetic excuse for an explanation never works and there is no reason to think this time will be an exception as Republicans use it in an attempt to shoot down the current proposal to extend partner benefits to University of Wisconsin employees.