America sent these clowns to Washington to work together and get the economy back on the right track. The operative word there, is “work.” And the American people are quickly coming to understand the true nature of its elected officials – one group seems determined to fix a broken system and get the economy working again, even… Continue reading The 14% Approval Ratings For Congress – A Win For Republicans
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Republican Math – Lose Billions To Save Millions
This is the wisdom of a Republican controlled House of Representatives. About two weeks ago, House Republicans voted to deny the $200 million from a subsidy to the Federal Aviation Administration, because the Democratic controlled Senate did not yield to their demand to cut $16 million from the subsidy. Because of the Republican’s action, projects… Continue reading Republican Math – Lose Billions To Save Millions
China State Media Calls Washington “Irresponsible”
China is speaking out, and it’s apparently not happy. As the world sits on pins and needles, watching the unnecessary man-made crisis going on in Washington in reference to raising the debt ceiling, China, the biggest “investor” in the United States economy, is voicing their displeasure, calling Washington’s antics “political brinkmanship” and “dangerously irresponsible.” The… Continue reading China State Media Calls Washington “Irresponsible”
Mike Mullen Cannot Guarantee Soldiers Pay If Republican Block Party Wins
Admiral Mike Mullen, chairman of the US military’s Joint Chiefs of Staff told our troops in Afghanistan that if the stalemate in Washington is not resolved before the August 2nd deadline, then he cannot guarantee they will continue getting their paychecks. “I’d like to give you a better answer than that right now, I just honestly don’t… Continue reading Mike Mullen Cannot Guarantee Soldiers Pay If Republican Block Party Wins
Democrats To Obama – Use The 14th Amendment
With the Republican induced stalemate going down in Washington about whether or not to raise the nation’s debt ceiling, Democrat are slowly beginning to familiarize themselves with the Constitution, specifically the 14th Amendment. And although President Obama and his White House lawyers seem to think that option is off the table, even former president Bill Clinton… Continue reading Democrats To Obama – Use The 14th Amendment
It’s Time. Everyone Must Pay Their Fair Share
We all know the importance of America meeting her financial obligations and the global impact if Washington cannot or will not come together and figure out a way to get the debt ceiling raised. Over 200 world renowned economists recently wrote a letter to congress advising, no, demanding that the debt ceiling be raised and… Continue reading It’s Time. Everyone Must Pay Their Fair Share
President Obama’s Speech On Raising The Debt Ceiling – Transcript
Remarks of President Barack Obama – As Prepared for Delivery Primetime Debt Speech Monday, July 25, 2011 Washington, DC As Prepared for Delivery – Good evening. Tonight, I want to talk about the debate we’ve been having in Washington over the national debt – a debate that directly affects the lives of all Americans. For… Continue reading President Obama’s Speech On Raising The Debt Ceiling – Transcript
Final Debt Ceiling Plan – Democrats Cave To Republicans
In what will likely be the final plan offered to raise the nation’s debt ceiling from $14.3 trillion, Harry Reid offered the unofficial-official surrender for Democrats – a plan that cut spending by $2.7 trillion dollars, with zero, nada, zilch revenue increase – just what Republicans have asked for all along. Harry Reid, the Democratic… Continue reading Final Debt Ceiling Plan – Democrats Cave To Republicans
While Washington Postures, World Markets React To Debt Ceiling Debate
The rest of the world is beginning to react to what is being described, by a British Minister, as “Right Winged Nutters” in Washington DC. Speculating that the U.S. may not be able to come to some term of agreement on raising the debt ceiling before the August 2nd deadline, financial markets around the world… Continue reading While Washington Postures, World Markets React To Debt Ceiling Debate
President Obama – I Cannot Invoke The 14th Amendment
So you think President Obama has the authority to invoke the 14th Amendment and raise the Debt Ceiling all by himself? Think again. According to the President himself, the debt ceiling is a statutory rule, not a constitution rule. Speaking at an event in Maryland on Friday, the question of invoking the 14th amendment arose. President… Continue reading President Obama – I Cannot Invoke The 14th Amendment
British Minister Says “Right-Winged Nutters” In U.S Are Our Biggest Threat
Think the calamity developing in Washington over raising the debt ceiling is just an American problem? Well think again! The rest of the world, realizing that their economic prosperity is directly linked to what happens in Washington DC, are beginning to weigh in on the matter. British Minister Secretary of State for Business, Vince Cable,… Continue reading British Minister Says “Right-Winged Nutters” In U.S Are Our Biggest Threat
Poll Shows 51% of Republicans Disapprove With Republican Leaders On Debt Crisis
Americans are paying attention. In a new poll conducted by CBS, 71% of Americans are against the way the Republicans are handling the debt ceiling issue, with only 21% giving the Republicans their approval. President Obama and the Democrats received a little better rating, with 43% approving and 48% disapproving of the way they’re handling… Continue reading Poll Shows 51% of Republicans Disapprove With Republican Leaders On Debt Crisis