It is a policy that makes absolutely no sense whatsoever. Giving oil companies billions of taxpayers dollars every year in subsidies, at a time when these same companies are making billions of dollars in profits. And the decision to continue these subsidies depends on what side of the political aisle you’re on. Democrats think the… Continue reading John Boehner Thinking Like A Democrat On Oil Subsidies
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Republican Presidents Add More To The Debt Than Democratic Presidents Do
Something we already knew, but now the record proves it. Republican presidents run up debts, while Democratic presidents try to reduce it. This is in stark contrast to the ideology constantly being drilled into our heads by the media and the Republican party, that conservatives are for fiscal discipline. If this is true, the conservatives who… Continue reading Republican Presidents Add More To The Debt Than Democratic Presidents Do
Are You On The G.O.P’s Hitlist?
I know it may be quicker to list the groups the GOP are for, but I have some time and some blog space, so here goes… Are you on GOP’s hit-list? Well you are if you’re one of these; Latinos Blacks Muslims The Middle Class The Poor Gays Democrats Independents Women The Educated Seniors All Union… Continue reading Are You On The G.O.P’s Hitlist?
Shutting Down The Government For Teaparty Bragging Rights
John Boehner, the Republican Speaker of the House of Representatives had this to say at a news conference last week; “Let’s all be honest, if you shut the government down, it’ll end up costing more than you save because you interrupt contracts. There are a lot of problems with the idea of shutting the government… Continue reading Shutting Down The Government For Teaparty Bragging Rights
Republican Said Women Would Fake Rape To Get Abortions
Apparently, Republicans think women will lie about being raped or being the victim of incest, in order to get a “free abortion.” This claim is coming from a Republican in the Indiana Congress. His name is Eric Turner. Mr. Turner introduced what is being considered the most restrictive abortion bill in the nation. The bill… Continue reading Republican Said Women Would Fake Rape To Get Abortions
Despite Judge’s Hold, Scott Walker Publishes Union Busting Bill
Despite a hold that a judge placed on Scott Walker’s union busting bill, Walker couldn’t wait for the legal process to unfold. On Friday, he published the bill on the state’s legislature website. According to the posting, the state’s law requires all bills to be published within 10 working days of its becoming law. Also… Continue reading Despite Judge’s Hold, Scott Walker Publishes Union Busting Bill
N.P.R. In Republican’s Crosshairs
In a move that is nothing short of attempting to silence any and all political opposition from wherever it may come, the Republican led House of Representatives passed a bill that will cut funding to NPR – National Public Radio. The vote was held along party lines, with only seven Republicans voting with Democrats to… Continue reading N.P.R. In Republican’s Crosshairs
The Wrestling Match Between Anthony Weiner, Sean Hannity and Michele Bachmann
You have to hand it to Anthony Weiner, Democratic Representative from New York. He appeared on a FOX show hosted by Sean Hannity and got double teamed by the host and his other guest, Michele Bachmann. What made this video most enjoyable was seeing the obviously transparent ways the right winged host, who is supposed to practice… Continue reading The Wrestling Match Between Anthony Weiner, Sean Hannity and Michele Bachmann
Republican Wisconsin Town Hall Meeting Reduced to Shame!
Remember the health care debate when the Teaparty, under the leadership of FOX NEWS and conservative radio commentators, went to Democratic town hall meetings with the goal of disrupting the meetings to portray America’s dismay with reform? Well, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin earlier this week, real Americans expressed their real frustrations at Republicans and Scott Walker’s proposed… Continue reading Republican Wisconsin Town Hall Meeting Reduced to Shame!
President Obama Changes Position on Health Care Mandates
“Instead of refighting the battles of the last two years, let’s fix what needs fixing and let’s move forward.” Those were the words of President Obama in his State of The Union address at the end of January, and today, the President signaled just how much he was willing to listen, comprimise, or adopt new… Continue reading President Obama Changes Position on Health Care Mandates
Boehner Plays Hardball–Government Shutdown Looms Ahead
The Boehner has spoken! “We are going to cut spending!” And with those words, the House Speaker exited the podium to the left. But in his haste to cut spending, what will happen to the funding of everyday government operations after the March 4th deadline? The Republican controlled House is determined to cut $100 billion in… Continue reading Boehner Plays Hardball–Government Shutdown Looms Ahead
Fox’s Bill O’Reilly Needs A Lesson In Honesty
In the heat of the Health Care battle when all manner of accusations were made against President Obama and the Democrats implementation of Health Care reform, Senator Tom Coburn accurately said that FOX News were spreading false and misleading information insinuating that Americans will be jailed if they don’t purchase Health Insurance. Bill O’Reilly, in… Continue reading Fox’s Bill O’Reilly Needs A Lesson In Honesty