Republicans have decided to release their list of demands. After the president’s plan at a balanced approach to avoid the fiscal cliff was laughed at by Republican House Leader John Boehner, Americans waited with baited breath in anticipation of what Republicans would propose. Well the wait is over and to no one’s surprise, Republicans are still… Continue reading Republicans Released Their “Balanced” Plan – No Taxes On The Rich, Middle Class Pays More
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Cliff Notes
When I was growing up, I had a good friend named Cliff. He was smart and funny, OK, corny, and a bit nerdy, but he had a good heart and I’m sure he’s doing wonderful things with his life. Meanwhile, his name is being dragged through the mud. This Fiscal Cliff business is terrible for… Continue reading Cliff Notes
President Promises To Veto Bill With Entitlement Cuts Alone
As the middle class continues to suffer, another Washington showdown has begun. Last week, John Boehner made a statement in which he advised the Super Committee to keep taxes off the negotiating table, “it’s a very simple equation,” Boehner said, speaking to the Economic Club of Washington,”tax increases destroy jobs. And the Joint Committee is a… Continue reading President Promises To Veto Bill With Entitlement Cuts Alone
In A Ron Paul Administration, Disaster Victims Are On Their Own
Ron Paul is running for President on the Republican ticket. Let’s just say for argument’s sake, that Ron Paul wins his party’s nomination and goes on to win the Presidency in 2012. I know, it’s far-fetched, but let’s just say… If Ron Paul becomes president, his government will not help out when there are natural disasters.… Continue reading In A Ron Paul Administration, Disaster Victims Are On Their Own
Multiple Polls Say – Raise Taxes Before Spending Cuts
Two polls, conducted on the same day showed the same thing – Americans, by a margin of 2 to 1, prefer raising taxes to address the deficit instead of spending cuts alone. The Gallop poll, conducted on 8/10/2011, shows 66% supports raising taxes, while 33% prefers spending cuts, and the CNN poll conducted on the same… Continue reading Multiple Polls Say – Raise Taxes Before Spending Cuts
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