‘Cut, Cap, and Kill’: Senate Dems Line up to Trash House Debt Deal
- Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:08pm by
Buck Sexton
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Senate Democrats are lining up- literally, as you will see- to verbally dismember the “Cut, Cap, and Balance” plan recently passed by the House of Representative.
While Republicans see the plan as a responsible means to end the federal government’s rampant overspending, the Senate Democrats are portraying it as a sort of legislative apocalypse. According to them, the plan will end social security, medicare, and America as we know it.
(Read our previous story on Sen. Tom Harkin’s comments)
Among the Dems greatest hits so far today:
Sen. Boxer- “It would cut and cap the hopes and dreams of… all of America.”
Sen. Harkin- “The cut isn’t just a nick….its more like an amputation….this kind of uncompromising ideological extremism has no place in our democracy.”
Sen. Schumer- “It would make these drastic cuts while providing constitutional protections for tax breaks for millionaires and billionaires.”
President Obama is already threatening a veto. But at some point, the democrats may be in a position where they have to offer their own plan, or at least say what spending they would be willing to cut.
Watch the video below to get the Senate Democrats’ reaction to the current House plan:
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Comments (181)
blue_sky
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:38pmDr. Ron Paul has voted against this bill in the House for the following reason: it cuts only about one hundred billion, but keep one-point-five trillion dollar deficit this year and promises cuts for future. As a politician with thirty years experience, Mr. Paul knows very well that only THIS year that counts. Future promises from politicians is worth as much as their scare tactics. The best possible solution is “NO DEALS”, forcing the government hand to live within its means THIS year.
Report Post »MONICNE
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:39pmAt long Last! Today is Troll Appreciation day!
Trolls Make Us Strong!
Trolls make Us Think!
Trolls are the Tea Party’s Drill Sergeants!
TEA (Hug)
Report Post »Snowleopard {gallery of cat folks}
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:44pm@Moncine —
Trolls, trolls, trolls…
there be the trolls…
Trolls, trolls, trolls…
watch them roll…
Trolls, trolls, trolls…
watch them troll..
(Giant bass jumps out of water and swallows the trolling trolls…)
Report Post »silentwatcher
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:45pmDon‘t denegrate someone else’s plan UNLESS you have one yourself.
Report Post »momprayn
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:48pmYes, but his son, Rand is for this — he talked about it yesterday. The fact is the “no deals” is impossible to get passed at this time. But this one has already been passed with a good majority & if passed by the Senate, will send the very needed Balanced Budget amendment to the States, no matter if the President vetoes it or not. President doesn’t have a say so in that. Getting that Budget amendment done would help solve a lot of our problems & needs to be started now b/c it’ll take a couple of years. Ron is probably right but just not possible I don’t think at this time. Maybe later when/if we win the Senate & Presidency in 2012.
Report Post »USACommoner
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:50pmMONICNE: So the Blaze would be trolls‘ CO’s, BN-, or Bde CDR’s…? Carry on. We’ll be in this area all day…
Report Post »vincere vel mori
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 1:16pmHey Harkin, uncompromising idealogical extremism? Arent you the pot calling the kettle black? Is this not Obama the ROMULAN’S position on every da**n thing he’s ever had his greedy hands on? You treason party people suck, you lack character and credibility. Your lies get worse everyday.
Report Post »escape_from_socialism
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 1:29pmI agree, no plan is better, then any deal. Let see how fed will look like after 1.6 T cut. I’m for it. All the promises and deals from the past prove it self they can’t be trusted.
Report Post »Don’t rise debt ceiling. No more borrowing.
cemerius
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 2:34pm@silentwatcher
Yes! I agree!! I wish the Republicans would BLAST the Dems on this point to the extreme that they were more willing to pass (shove) obamacare rather than a budget!! Another point is the commercial on Fox with the three senior citizens and their worry about $100bn being taken from them with the current proposals. Obamamcare TOOK $500bn and where were these three then??
Report Post »MastrSSG
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 4:09pmAnd these people wonder why they’re aproval rating is under 20%
Report Post »Blackhawk1
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 4:48pmObama wants to go with his Gang of One deal (he wants to keep spending).The Democrats want to go with the Gang of Six deal (raise taxes and kill the economy). The Conservatives want to go with the Gang of 234 deal that has just passed the House (Cut, Cap, and Balance). Where are Obama’s and the Democrats bill? Just like the Budget, they don’t have one!
Report Post »Cookie Parker
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 5:01pmWhat’s living in your means? The interest on PAST debt is what the ceiling is about. We dont’ HAVE a budget for 2011 which the House is supposed to prepare as they control the money element in our government.
And with the HOUSE, republicans, now funding 5 wars, just who is it that is supposed to live within their means?
Report Post »DeliverUsFromEvil
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 8:33pmCookie, we were just funding TWO wars, President Obama added the last three under his “leading from behind” doctrine.
Report Post »momprayn
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:36pmSince they’re having fits about this should prove this needs to be passed!!! All lies & fear mongering as usual & was to be expected. It has the hated “Balanced Budget” deal in it too that they can’t have!!!!! That would harm them – keep them from spending the country down the drain. What is not widely known is that if the Senate passes this, even if the President vetoes — the Balanced Budget STILL automatically goes to the States to be voted on & if enough sign on, will become the needed amendment to get us back on track & the Dems hate & don’t want. The President doesn’t have a say in it. Also DeMint & others saying that it’s not true about it not having a chance to pass in the Senate. They are lacking only a few Dems & are pleading for We The People to flood their senators who are on the fence with calls, e-mails & passionately urge them to pass this – & it could get passed. So all you guys who want this, please do that & spread the word – do it today !!!!!
Report Post »Young_Conservative
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:46pmWhere in the Constitution does it say this about the amendment goes to the states even if POTUS or Senate doesn’t pass it?
I would be greatly interested to know as I hope what you said is true.
God Bless
Report Post »JGraham III
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:48pmI am glad the Republicans have put something up that will require the democrats to take a stand or a postiion, something that they have been careful not to do. Even if the bill fails in the Senate, there will be a voting record established and therefore available for the upcoming election. Democrats will have a rough time ‘splainin’ their vote if it is something their constituents want. Our case (in WA) is relatively hopeless because we have a do-nothing senator up again, Maria Cant(vote)well, and King County never met a democrat they didn’t like (if you don’t count Dixy Lee Ray). We can always hope that Seattle will forget to print the extra votes in time for them to be counted.
Report Post »Lana40
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:57pmWe can call, we can email, we can even get in their face…but isn’t going to change the Dems votes. Remember Obamacare? Yeap…..didn’t really matter what we thought or how loud we were. :(
Report Post »Young_Conservative
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:58pmNevermind I found the answer, Both houses must pass the resolution but the POTUS has no say in it. I understand now. Thanks for the spark i needed to find this out! I will spread this message as well!
Report Post »Bum thrower
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 4:32pmAny body seen the Dem (Socialist, Progressive, statist) plan??? Looked everywhere but can’t find it.
Report Post »NOTYERHUCKLEBERRY
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 10:14pmMake the bas***ds vote! That way we know how they stand. We will deal with them later.
Report Post »USA1Patriot
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:36pmWhile the DNC commies can of course, refuse to adopt a well thought out bill, one that would of course stop the over spending, thus the skyrocketing deficet, they will surely pay a heavy price next election. The corrupt “gang of six’ and their phoney bill, only serves to drive America closer to the brink of no return.
If you ARE NOT a communist, socialist, terrorist .. you must stand up, be heard and DEMAND that “Cut, Cap, and Balance” be passed by both houses of Congress and signed into law by the actor in the White House. If you are a true blue blood American, let us stand together as Americans and take our country back. If those we elect refuse to listen to the American public and continue to fail to comply with the Consitution, Bill of Rights and the laws of the land, we need to make sure that those elected parties join other people in the unemployment line.
It’s our choice… NOT theirs…
Report Post »mrmikejohnson
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:35pmThe only thing democrats want to do is criticize Republicans. They are mandated by law to pass a budget, but they haven’t done it. Why? Because they have no solutions on their own. They’re only political move is to do nothing and then criticize Republicans when they propose something.
The only thing that democrats are truly good at is criticizing Republicans. They showed over the last two years that they’re an absolute disaster when they make policies. So, they’ve given up on trying to fix America and have gone back to just criticizing Republicans.
Report Post »John10Yes
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 1:22pmMrMikeJohnson, they are also good at spending our money!
Report Post »Stopit
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 8:52pmIf they are mandated by law to pass a budget, why aren’t the democrats in jail for breaking federal law? …isn’t that called a felony?
Report Post »MikeWinVA
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:33pmIf the Republicans cave then they will be lost. The last time our nation had a political party crash and burn (Whigs) it preceded the Civil War.
Those who don’t remember history are condemned to repeat it.
Report Post »busterpuddles
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:31pmShame, shame, shame on the dems. It’s just so sad. Depressing actually.
Report Post »Akbarjonnie Shaheed
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:28pmThe line-up will be the greatest display of self-servents in the history of America.
De Oppresso Liber
Report Post »BlondeFrenzy
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:28pmIf you voted for Obama in 2008 to prove you’re not racist, you’ll have to find someone else to vote for in 2012 to prove you’re not an idiot.
Report Post »Gonzo
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:40pmIf people felt the need to vote for Obama to prove they’re not racist, it’s too late…they are already idiots.
Report Post »vennoye
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 1:29pmBecause I am NOT a racist, I certainly did not feel the need to vote for him in 2008. Will say that he is a bigger disaster than I was afraid he would be though!!
Report Post »lynnissmart
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:26pmHey Sen Harkin – the whole demosocialist party should be amputated….it has no place in a democracy. anway, Mr. Harkin, we are a Republic that is in unsustainable debt……..Got that? You and your filthy, dirty party are destroying America..,,,,YOU HEAR ME?
Report Post »smithclar3nc3
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:42pmAnd someone tell Harkins this is not a democracy…It’s a Republic
Report Post »abbygirl1994
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:25pmIts a good thing, there weren’t enough cuts and still the would have had to raise taxes. I am a senior citizen and don’t give a rats behind about the medicare reasoning.. I want to see the country fixed for my grandchildren and great grandchildren. If I die big dang deal.. Get real people, wake up and start thinking about their future and not medicare. I don’t have a stitch of insurance, so big deal.. my ancestors didn’t either, you just live till you die. What is important is that my grandkids are not in financial bondage to a bunch of moron lawmakers who have fouled our country up horribly. Write your senate today and vote NO!
Report Post »Mtroom
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:39pmAmen…and my prayers to you and your grandchildren….God bless
Report Post »Dismayed Veteran
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:45pmI stand with you. I am also a senior citizen. As a society, we must leave a positive legacy free of debt and adhering to the Constitution.
Report Post »Ghandi was a Republican
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:24pm“As we know it” is exactly what has to end. THAT”S THE WHOLE POINT! It’s broken! We have a commitment we are going to break if we don’t fix it.
Report Post »The sooner the GOP Embraces – “That’s the whole point – it’s broken and bankrupt” the better. Go get ‘em! $380,0000 / household in unfunded debt! End it as we know it!
thegrassroots
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:44pmIf they dems are THAT responsible, how do they explain the Republican States that have Surplusses?
It’s the dem states, ie: California and Washington state, that are ALWAYS in the RED, inspite of how many ways they are ALWAYS raising their taxes.
Contact those whiny dems, America! Demand That They Explain! The more the dems talk the more they reveal that they are the least intelligent and the most immature peeps on the planet. With their every word the dems campaign against themselves. It will be an easy win for America in 2012.
Don’t just talk it up on TheBlaze, people — take those questions right to the dems and hold them accountable. The dems don’t know how to think, they just do what they’re told. When questioned the dems will reveal how shallow they are. America will see more and more how the dems are just following the sociopath in the White House off of — The BHO Cliff Of Delusion!
Stand Up America With The God Given “Don’t Tread On Me” Guts Of Our Founders!
God Bless America In The Name Of The Lord Jesus Christ!
Report Post »NoGlobalism
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 1:37pmYes, I live in Los Angeles and there is already a new Depression era moving in
Report Post »SavingtheRepublic.com
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:21pm^____^____^
No massive tax hikes, restricting/limiting their out of control spending; of course they are against it.
There they are folks these are the people who want to screw you! How many will remember though when they go to the voting booth? Not many as many of these arrogant things survived ‘10 election. Nothing will ever change for all you hope and changey wanters until you come to grips that these things stand in the way of that dream YOU have that your boy king fooled you on to get elected!
Report Post »http://SavingtheRepublic.com
Snowleopard {gallery of cat folks}
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:29pmThe same old story of the left — fear, lies, distort, terrorize, demonize…and tell you lies, we will tell you lies…lies, lies, lies…
What else is new from them?
Report Post »Mtroom
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:20pmThe way i see it…they already have control of the S.S.,medicare money…..what they don’t have is control of the millionaires money…it‘s just funny how its always the evil rich folks’s fault …the only fault i see the evil rich make….is they know how to balance the books….what a terrible evil group they are
Report Post »Snowleopard {gallery of cat folks}
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 3:40pmNo kidding, the last bastion of freedom they are in the process of cracking apart completely is the military; and when they are done gutting it, the game falls down to the people themselves.
Report Post »just the facts
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:19pmThe socialist will not pass anything that helps the country get back on its feet and away from the down fall. Remember it is a progressive agenda they are pushing.
Their simple belief is that everyone is equal and the pain which they are putting us through must be felt by all. Remember, the overall goal is to destroy the value of the dollar so the ‘one world govermnent, ( actually the one world monetary system)’, is established.
They will not at any time allow the people to get back on their feet. That is not in their best interest.
Report Post »UBETHECHANGE
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:19pmThese marxists had control of the House, Senate, and Executive branch, why didn’t they pass legislation to topple the status quo? Why? ding ding ding Because LIBS ARE THE STATUS QUO
TRUTH HAS NO AGENDA.
Report Post »elosogrande
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:19pmThe Democrats can’t let this happen. A cut back in revenue and spending would not allow them access to the amount of other people’s money, to continue buying the votes they need to stay in power.
As far a the remarks about ending Social Security, Medicare and America as we now them, They hava already done the job. Kruschev said “We will destry you from within”. These Democrat bastards, with help from inept Republicans have done the job. We have to vote them all out in 2012, or we are lost.
Report Post »OUTRIDER WRITER
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:19pmA government which robs Peter to pay Paul can always depend on the support of Paul.
Report Post »– George Bernard Shaw
drattastic
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:26pmGreat quote
Report Post »NJTMATO
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:34pmWasn’t George Bernard Shaw a Marxist/Socialist/nazi type? He would know then, wouldn’t he?
Report Post »CamoJan
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:38pmAnd it is so very true.
Report Post »USACommoner
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:43pmOUTRIDER: This was probably something he thought of as a good thing as he was a Socialist and a member of the Fabian Society. He also believed that if you were not a “productive” part of society, you did not deserve to live. He was a scary guy.
Report Post »Rothbardian_in_the_Cleve
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 1:03pm@NJTMATO: You are correct sir. And a Eugenicist I might add. Would have been buds with Soros.
Report Post »drattastic
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:18pmA parade of fools and liars.
Report Post »Ghandi was a Republican
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:25pmGood point- You can’t bargain with liars and fools. Where is THEIR PLAN? Their plan ends it in any form!
Report Post »USACommoner
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:45pmAll good points! WE DEMAND A DEMOCRAT PLAN!! WHERE IS THE DEMOCRAT’S PLAN?!!! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN! DEM PLAN!
Report Post »vennoye
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:18pmAh, the Democrats resorting to Demonrats!! Aren’t they cute???????????
Report Post »BIGJAYINPA
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:18pmAs Moses said, “Let those that stand with the Lord come to me.” Let us see where you stand. Debate the issue and vote up or down. Let the American people see wether you stand for them or the Party, whichever R or D. At some point maybe the people will wake up and realize that neither Party has our best interest at heart, they only care about keeping their power and perks. Grab the pitchfork, light the torches and throw ALL of them out of office. Take back our government from the decivers that have stolen it from us…..If we continue to allow them to trample our rights we will get exactly what we deserve….Just sayin’
Report Post »cntrlfrk
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:17pmLet the entire democrat party be held liable for bankrupting this country.
Own it.
.
Report Post »GBMBulletsSKNRD
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:17pmThats right Senetor “all eyes are on you”.
Report Post »Gonzo
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:17pmWhy should Democrats get behind it when you have Republicans like Saxby Chambliss proposing paying for the debt with new taxes? Make no mistake about it, reducing or eliminating tax deductions for home mortgage interest, charitable contributions and retirement (taxing your “tax free” 401K) is a tax hike. Chambliss is no conservative, he just plays one on TV!
Report Post »NickDeringer
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:16pmThis is too funny from the party the supports the slaughter of 1.5 million babies a year.
Report Post »Oh My God
Posted on July 21, 2011 at 12:14pmBlah, Blah, Blah. The Dems plan to cut more from seniors benefits.
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