House Passes Amendment to Defund Obamacare
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WASHINGTON (AP) — In rapid-fire action Friday, the Republican-controlled House voted to strip federal money from President Barack Obama’s health care overhaul and from Planned Parenthood and to bar the EPA from issuing global warming regulations.
Upping the ante in the budget faceoff, the Obama administration warned that workers who distribute Social Security benefits might be furloughed if congressional Republicans force cuts in government spending.
In a letter the Social Security Administration sent to its employees’ union, agency officials said that while no decision about furloughs had been made, they were possible “given the potential of reduced congressional appropriations.”
The letter was circulated by congressional Democrats, who said such cuts could mean shuttered Social Security offices and delayed benefit payments. The letter’s distribution by Democrats underscored how the threat of jeopardizing Social Security payments is a potent political weapon.
GOP lawmakers accused Democrats of “irresponsible scare tactics,” and said their proposed cuts would not affect benefits or force the Social Security Administration to close offices. Any furloughs “would result only if that decision were made by the administration,” House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Dave Camp, R-Mich., said in a written statement.
Republicans are pushing a huge spending bill through the House that would impose deep cuts on domestic programs.
The overall bill is the first step in an increasingly bitter struggle between Democrats and Republicans over how much to cut federal agencies’ funding over the second half of the budget year that ends Sept. 30. Current funding runs out March 4 and a temporary spending bill will be needed to avoid a government shutdown.
Republicans say the legislation would pare Social Security’s administrative budget by $125 million from current levels plus another $500 million from a reserve fund. Democrats say the cut would leave the agency with $1.7 billion less than Obama requested.
Much of Friday‘s focus was on GOP efforts to block implementation of Obama’s health care overhaul, which dominated Congress’ work in 2009 and was enacted last year. An amendment by Rep. Denny Rehberg, R-Mont., to block the health care overhaul money was approved by a 239-187 vote.
The GOP has virtually no chance of killing the law because of support for the program from Obama and the Democratic-run Senate, but House Republicans have been trying relentlessly to chip away at it.
“It’s a law designed by those who wish to control every health care decision made by health care providers and patients, by every employer and employee, by every family and individual,” Rehberg said.
Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-Conn., said the GOP effort would “put insurance companies back in charge, further demonstrating the majority’s special-interest priorities and hypocrisy on job creation and deficit reduction.”
In Friday’s action, Republicans muscled through a proposal to block federal aid to Planned Parenthood by a 240-185 vote and won bipartisan support to reverse a proposed Obama administration rule that seeks to crack down of for-profit colleges and vocational schools. A proposal by Texas Republican Ted Poe to strip the Environmental Protection Agency of its authority to issue regulations on global warming passed by a 249-177 vote.
Taken together, Friday’s developments pushed the GOP-dominated House and the president even further apart as a March 4 deadline looms. It may make it more difficult to reach agreement if House Republicans become wedded to positions opposed by Obama and the Democratic-led Senate.
With a government shutdown possible if the spending measure isn’t extended at least temporarily, House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, inflamed the situation Thursday by insisting that the GOP-controlled House would refuse to approve even a short-term measure at current spending levels.
“Read my lips: We’re going to cut spending,” Boehner declared. Democrats immediately charged that Boehner was maneuvering Congress to the precipice of a government shutdown.
The GOP would reduce spending to about $60 billion below last year’s levels, mixing an increase of less than 2 percent for the Pentagon with slashing cuts averaging about 12 percent from non-Pentagon accounts. Such cuts would feel almost twice as deep since they would be spread over the final seven months of the budget year.
The Environmental Protection Agency and foreign aid accounts would be especially hard hit, while GOP leaders orchestrated just a modest cut to Congress’ own budget.
Some of the most politically difficult cuts, to grants to local police and fire departments, special education and economic development grants, were reversed. Amtrak supporters easily withstood an attempt to slash its budget.
But with the fiscal framework of the measure already saddled with a veto threat, Republicans mounted an assault on the administration’s regulatory agenda. By a 244-181 tally Thursday, Republicans voted to block the Federal Communications Commission from enforcing new rules that prohibit broadband providers from interfering with Internet traffic on their networks. The new “network neutrality” rules are opposed by large Internet providers.
Republicans then moved, on a 250-177 vote, to stop the Environmental Protection Agency from imposing limits on mercury pollution from cement factories. Supporters said the new rules would send American jobs overseas, where air quality standards are more lax or non-existent.
Republicans also turned back Democratic attempts to boost funding for the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodities Futures Trading Commission, whose budgets would be cut sharply under the measure, to pay for responsibilities added in last year’s overhaul of federal financial regulations.
Social issues also came into play.
Rep. Mike Pence, R-Ind., a strong foe of abortion, sponsored the amendment to block Planned Parenthood from receiving any federal money. The organization provides a variety of women’s health services.
“It is morally wrong to take the taxpayer dollars of millions of pro-life Americans and use them to fund organizations that provide and promote abortion, like Planned Parenthood of America,” Pence said.
The debate over cutting off taxpayer funding of Planned Parenthood Thursday night became heated at times. Rep. Christopher Smith, R-N.J., read a description of a graphic abortion procedure on the House floor, prompting Rep. Jackie Speier, D-Calif., to deliver an emotional retort in which she acknowledged having the procedure herself as her 17-week pregnancy was failing.
“For you to stand on this floor and to suggest as you have that somehow this is a procedure that is either welcomed or done cavalierly or done without any thought is preposterous,” Speier said.
Democrats said Planned Parenthood provides much-needed access to contraception, medical exams and counseling to women and that federal law already prohibits the use of government funds for abortions in most circumstances.
Rep. Nita Lowey, D-N.Y., said the GOP proposal would “make it harder to access pap tests, breast exams, routine gynecological examinations, flu vaccinations, smoking cessation services, cholesterol screening, contraceptives, and all of the other services that Planned Parenthood provides.”
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Doc_Slammin
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:49pm…and the House of Representatives is on a roll! Keep it up guys! We’ll keep the pressure on the Senate!
Report Post »betsp
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:47pmOk, now we must gear up for 2012…..New Hampshire and Iowa…don’t let us down. No namby-pamby old guys with careful speeches. We need a conservative who is not afraid to explain why liberals have trashed this country. We need someone who can stand up proudly for the Constitution and the founders. Will this person please step forward? Now.
Report Post »Son_of_Liberty
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:47pmKeep up the good work!!
Report Post »LadyLibertykicksASS
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:46pmJust keep chipping away….. chipping away……chipping away……..KABOOM!!!!! All Gone!!!!
Report Post »capecodsully
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:45pmCongratulations Congress and Thank you! This is worth some celebration. So unfortunate that Dems stay true to themselves and threaten to throw the old folks under the bus.
Report Post »aragona
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:45pmKeep doing what you’re doing and the double it!
Report Post »dakotareal
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:45pmI do not care if our government is shut down…..they pay no attention to the “dakotas” anyway….let him veto, veto, veto……i am ready for this fight.
Report Post »Jaycen
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:42pmFinally! I‘ve been angy the new Republicans we hired haven’t jumped on the ball yet.
Honestly, that “take a week off ’cause someone got shot” thing was rediculous. Get your butts in there and do your dang jobs!
Stop the lolly-gagging!
Report Post »DUMBASPELOSI
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:41pmI‘m already SURE that I’ll be voting for the Republicans!
This took guts – and defunding Planned “de”Parenthood – beautiful. 400,000 abortions will need to get funding other than federal tax payer support.
Proud day.
Go Wisconsin – unions and democrats are being exposed for the sick, selfish motives that drive them.
Lovin’ It.
Report Post »TPaine
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:39pmExcuse me, but if you threaten Social Security recipients with loss of income, you‘ll think Wisconsin’s protest was a nursery school playground. If that’s the way Obama & Co. want to play, I hope they’ve got their backs covered.
It’s getting about time to stop playing nice, and take the gloves off. The left wants a fight, they’ll get one that they are not prepared for.
Report Post »vennoye
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:30pmThe Democrats just DO NOT understand how closely we are watching our government officials. Since we are watching them so closely, the usual lies WILL NOT work this time. They really don’t know the wrath they can bring down on themselves. Guess they still think everyone is watching ABC, CBS, NBC and MSNBC…………duh……..better start checking out the news ratings.
Report Post »eat-more-bacon-USA
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:36pmPALIN / West 2012!
Report Post »DUMBASPELOSI
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:45pmPALIN/BACHMANN . . . let the ladies lead for the next 8 years. No more Bush or Clinton or McCain types. Let’s have a fresh start and have fun ripping the left out of the way.
Report Post »poverty.sucks
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:26pmPalin is more than qualified for the presidency. However, the media us too far against her, they’ll never retract from their position which makes it extremely difficult for any politician to overcome. Her current role is perfect for the conservative movement, holding elected officials accountable and the people will respect her endorsements.
Report Post »jim
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:35pmStanding ovation!
Report Post »poverty.sucks
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:34pmWill defunding really occur? What happens next with this issue?
Report Post »jacobstroubles
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:34pmBooooooooooooooooo Whoooooooooooooooooooooooo sleezy progressive liberals.
Report Post »But hey everybody… the US is about to have to stuff come down so, enjoy the moments of peace.
The sleezy progressive liberals, unions, and community organizers who are involved with each other, to include those who do not think they should have to work hard for what they want, but that you or I should share what we workd for with them..are about to “bring it”. Thats right.. if you dont not think so then you are their target of opportuntiy. So best of luck to you. And the roof is about to cave in on bho, and he’s not going to leave willingly..he’ll do what most sore looser do!
God Speed to all of you!
VermontPatriot
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 6:43pmI’d say one good strong patriot is worth ten lazy liberals easy. When the mob meets any serious resistance, they’ll leave their dead and wounded behind and go looking for easier pickings. Lead up boys!
Report Post »c3gbs
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:34pmdefund the czars, defund anything but defense, save that for the 12th imam.
Report Post »right on congress go go go.
saxophonejack
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:34pmThe one area that Democrats have an edge on Republicans is that Democrats have no conscience and they are more than willing to inflict any and all manner of hardship on the American people in order to leverage their way. Of course, they and the Media will blame Republicans for the hardships, as always. We can only hope that their deciet and vile tactics have run their course and that enough of the American public are up to speed on this dispicable group of American posers.
Report Post »clockn63
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:00pmUnfortunatly the Dems have just laid their couse. How does that old song go”We’ve only just begun”.
I to am worried about the American in general. When I worked 70+ hrs a week it was all I could do to keep up with dinner, homework, dishes and baths muchless what was going on a half a world away. I now live in small town U.S.A. and am glad of it. I feel sorry for the people that are caught off guard when mayhem starts.
Report Post »Puddle Duck
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:22pmThing is everyone with even a partially functional brain can understand the deficit is at a crisis level,,,,the usual Democratic tricks cannot hide the fact that country is broke,period. I think even the most ardent Progressive must admit that the deficit IS a huge problem…once they admit that they’ve already lost the battle and legitinized the Republicans actions….after all no Democrat can stand up in public and say they favor the rapid fiscal destruction of the country and remain in office for very long. Dingle Barry is soon going to be the in position of tearing down what he has built up if he has any hope of a second term…even then after the budget he introduced this week I doubt anyone thinks this Admin is anything but crooks….add ot the fact that they are opening fanning the labor flames in WI and this bunch is sunk. The dumb bastards are making Nixon look like a choir boy in comparison…in many ways the Watergate scandal is small potatoes compared to what Dingle Barry Pelushi and Roid have maanged to do in the last 2 years…the overreach of all time. How to take a super majority and a boat load of political capital and trash it in under 500 days….must be a world record and easily surpasses Jimmy “commie” Carter.
Report Post »Miami Bob
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:33pmYou just have to love the new kids on the block.. Its about time ….. GREAT NEWS!
Report Post »ColoradoDad
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:46pmLove em, Love em, Love em. Way to go. EXCELLENT NEWS !!!
Report Post »DUMBASPELOSI
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:48pmAnd congratulations to the voters who put them there!
Proud of the wisdom of the 60% of the country that isn‘t sucking it’s sustainance from the federal programs.
There is hope – but now the thing really is going to get ugly. Matthews, Schultz, Maddow, Stefanaoupoulis, Maher and Olbermann will be lying their asses off . . . anything they can to distract the Republicans from taking action.
Report Post »fightback
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:32pmDon’t care what planned parenhood does. Private charities could step in. Religous organizations do tremendous work in my community. Oh thats right the progressives don’t want churches involved. Well tough then change your life styles or use your own monies.
Report Post »8jrts
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:53pmYou said it!! Hey, if someone wants to go out and pay for a prostitute or just sleep around and catches a disease, then let them wear stigma of what they do or change their lifestyle. Let the do-gooder progressives pay out of their own pockets, not mine. I have my charities, free abortions/penicillin is not one of them.
Report Post »PogoMac
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:20pmif obama doesn’t want his daughters to be saddled with a mistake she made, then maybe he should take all the proceeds from the sale of his books and let him be the one to fund Planned parenthood.
Report Post »RightUnite
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:31pmBring it on!!!
Report Post »WBOB
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:30pmawesome bit of de-fundness!
Report Post »ElJefe
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:29pmThe best news I’ve heard all day!!!
Report Post »ColoradoDad
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:44pmI’ll second that!
Report Post »timej31
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:27pmMama Klump says Hercules! Hercules! Hercules!
Report Post »Juan Gault
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:21pmWhat this is, is a good beginning. Drill down some more Congress, there is much more work to be done.
Report Post »jamesctheman
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:52pmAll small potatoes. That isn’t even a drop in the bucket. Cutting less than 1% of the budget will not get our house in order. We need to cut deep now. Time is not on our side. I like the forceful steps the house is taking & they’re getting a solid D in my book. There has to be more done. I can find more waste to get rid of than that. I’ll need about an hour. Oh & lunch.
Report Post »conservativemom99
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:26pmThank you House Republicans…
Report Post »DUMBASPELOSI
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:43pmAmen!
I wasn’t sure they had the guts to do it.
Now – let’s see if they can handle the onslaught coming from the media – who will ambush and lie every day for the next 2 years.
Boehner has stepped up and led.
Report Post »GBGB
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:48pmYes, thank you to our House of Representatives!!!! And, also, let’s remember to send up a few prayers of thanks to The One who continues to watch over us and guide us. Perhaps he is helping us to wake up and get ourselves right again. Let’s hope we can continue to stay on His path.
Report Post »docvet
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:08pmOK, you met your campaign promises, even though you knew it was a worthless effort considering the Demo. Senate and Obama. Now let’s get down to something that has some actual value. Cut the damn budget regardless of how uncomfortable is is to some! Further, make the savings go to reducing the debt and buying back our debt from China. Don’t allow others, including yourselves, to find a way to spend the cuts and not apply it to the national debt. Get with the programs that will save the U.S. ASAP. While I agree that the DOD has to do its part, make sure it doesn’t affect readiness of any service. No reducing ships, planes, tanks, etc. When we need these thing (and we will), we will need them now, not after the six months-one year it will take to reactivate what is needed.
Report Post »clockn63
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:09pmWe need to let them know that we apprectate this direction they are going in and keep it up.. We also need to let them know that we are watching closely and we are gonna keep it up!!!!!
Report Post »kryptonite
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 5:17pmDitto!
Also, don’t let the Obama propaganda machine drown out your voice. That was one of Bush’s big mistakes. EXPOSE their shenanigans! Be bold, Repubs, no matter how vicious libs get.
Report Post »SlimnRanger
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 5:28pmyes a huge thank you and John Boehner you are a great leader proud of you,even though Obama may veto it
Report Post »saneasylum
Posted on February 20, 2011 at 10:55pmHey Palousy, what do you think of that astroturf movement now( AKA Tea Party)??????????????
Report Post »IAMMADDOG
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:24pmAnd heeeeeere we gooooooooooooooooooooooo. This is excellent news.
Report Post »taskmaster78
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:50pmThey’ve done more in the last 1.5 months then the dem’s did in the last two years. This is excellent and hearing they also stop funding the czars. Now that’s is just sending a tingle up my leg, to quote the genius.
Report Post »_waTson_
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 6:57pmThis is great news but we need to press on. The Republicans should forget for a moment that they belong to that political party and remember what they heard this last election.
~No more taxes
~Repeal Obamacare
~Pass a the Budget that makes sense
~Reduce the deficeit
Obama is so stupid he had a chance to be a hero with his budget, instead he came forward with a insignificant piece of nothing. THUS, Republicans fear not, head to the kitchen turn the oven on high and scream from the highest roof .. it‘s hot in here but we’ll get it done.
We have two great examples right now, Gov. Christie and Gov. Walker. I say to all the Republicans forget about your reelections and save this Country.
Just bring it. It‘s inevitable and we’ll stand with you.
Report Post »CultureWarriors
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:24pmNah, nah, nah, nah
Report Post »Ranubis
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:28pmHaa Haa
Report Post »CultureWarriors
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:29pmHey hey hey good bye!
Report Post »Anonimouse
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:33pmI feel good, da na na na na na na
I knew that I would, da na na na na na na
I feel good, da na na na na na na
I knew that I would, da na na na na na na
Elections have consequences.
Report Post »clockn63
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:34pmSeems like this freshman class is the new blood we need.
Report Post »Snowleopard {gallery of cat folks}
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:37pmNow the next round of warfare begins.
Report Post »Lantern
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:37pmIf it fails in the Senate, keep passing it, if Obama vetoes it, keep passing it. 2012, here we come.
Report Post »Lantern
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:38pmFeels good to finally be heard!
Report Post »ColoradoDad
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:43pmFinally some good news. Way to go House newbies. Keep it up.
Whoop, Whoop !!!!
Report Post »CultureWarriors
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:46pmWhat needs to happen is to amend the budget or the continuing resolution with these de-funding measures. That would have teeth. Then Harry & Barry could either go along or shut the government down. Either way we win. That’s what you call a win win scenario!
Report Post »Ranubis
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:51pmThis is the first time since Obama took office that I’m proud to be and American
(Plagerised from Michell Obama)
Report Post »chazman
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:53pmWow! Planned Parenthood is to be de-funded! The Czars are to be kicked out! And now an amendment to de-fund Obammycare!! All in basically the same day!! Kinda like winning Vicksburg and Gettysburg, all on July 4th, 1863!
Report Post »Let’s continue to stomp a mud puddle in the chest of Liberal Marxism, Patriot’s!!!
thegrassroots
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:55pmGood Job Congress! Good Job Listening to America and Stepping Up and Standing Up. And, the only thing obama can think of to do is to threaten Amerca’s Seniors! Tsk! Tsk! Silly little guy!
Don‘t Mess with America’s Grandparents, little man! We Are The Children of The Greatest Generation and They Taught Us Well! We Don‘t Scare and We Don’t Roll Over! Go Ahead! Make Our Day!
Report Post »Sgt.Crust
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:56pmGod Bless the Republican House! Repeal and defund all of the socialist policies and laws…I am gonna have a DRINK! YAYA, how do you like us now socialists?
Report Post »Dilbert is Real
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 3:58pmShut down the government. Life will go on. It‘s not like anyone can say they didn’t see this one coming. Stand firm House; I for one will be standing with you.
Report Post »iheartusa
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:00pmGreat news!! Now they need to defund the DOJ’s lawsuit against Arizona!
Report Post »ozchambers
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:02pmKeep at it Congress. You guys and gals stand strong and we will stand strong in supporting you not just vote to vote but on election day.
Report Post »alvino
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:03pmFirst, I fall to my knee’s and thank the Lord; then, I want to say thank you brave Conservatives. You’re helping to bring back sanity.
Now if we can just make it to 2012.
Report Post »SEC777
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:21pmI understand what the Republicans are trying to do, but this is going to backfire in a huge way. If the government shuts down, they’ll appear like the bad guys, and all of the gains of 2010 will be reversed in 2012. Long-term, this isn’t a very smart move.
Pocono Countryboy
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:25pmIt’s a good start.. Keep it up!
And we the people need to keep the pressure on them. Bookmark this page and let Mr Speaker that they CAN function without raising the debt limit!
http://www.speaker.gov/Contact/
Report Post »PA PATRIOT
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:28pmIn the words of Jed Clampett “ WELL DOGGIES ”
Report Post »HillBillySam1
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:33pmI disagree, SEC777. The bill that passes from the House will either be stopped by the Democrat controlled Senate or vetoed by our beloved Democrat President…. the Democrats have the ball now and whatever happens with the spending bill, it will be done by their hands……the House has already done it’s job……
Report Post »Ironmaan
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:44pmDONT BE COMPLACEN!!! This is not a win! If it doesn’t pass the senate its meaningless. Dont allow them to placate you with this. Push, just as the socialists are pushing in Wisconsin.
Report Post »http://guerillatics.com
GODSAMERICA
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:48pm@lantern – If it fails in the Senate, keep passing it, if Obama vetoes it, keep passing it. 2012, here we come
And if they keep failing in the Senate – return the favor and keep failing EVERYTHING the dems want.
Report Post »TheLascone
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:53pmGood job Republican-controlled House ! http://www.flickr.com/photos/23630227@N06/5451767805/in/photostream/
Report Post »WeMustNeverForget
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 4:55pmAwesome news!!! Let’s use the Lib Dems tactics of using diversions (ie Wisconsin, Ohio, Middle East, etc.) to get these amendments through. It‘s about time we use ’em in our favor. Finally, some hope!!
Report Post »kryptonite
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 5:04pmSo like the Dims in WI, Obama is planning to go AWOL, if he doesn’t get his way. What happens to a POTUS if he goes on strike? Can he be arrested, fired, impeached, SOMETHING??
The man is threatening the legislative branch with a govt. shutdown, if he doesn’t get to rule without interference from the other branches of government. T stands for tyrant, Obama.
Report Post »jhaydeng
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 6:00pmWe still need to cut more!!!!! This is a drop in the bucket!!!!!!!!! I’m not a huge Rand Paul fan, but his numbers would make a dent in our woes!!!!
Report Post »DrFrost
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 6:21pm@SEC777
The democrats will surely play it that way. They’ll direct the money in ways that cause a lot of pain for americans. That is, they won’t defund what they should… they’ll defund things that will cause a lot of outcry… like social security handling instead of actually defunding Obama care. When everyone’s grandmother suddenly is no longer getting their monthly check…. there’s going to be a big outcry. And the dem’s will do their best to blame the GOP. The GOP needs to go on the offensive NOW and explain how this works.
Here’s an analogy of how things are going to go down:
The father is going to cut the son’s allowance from $40 down to $20 because times are tough and $20 should cover what the son really needs: meals at school and some other essentials. The son is going to take that $20 and spend it on the same non-essentials he’s been used to and skip lunches, new socks and shoes, etc. Then he‘s going to complain to his mother that his weight loss and holey shoes are all dad’s fault!
Like SEC777 I’m afraid mom might fall for it…. but I really hope she doesn’t.
But, regardless, I’m happy with what the house is doing. Cutting back during hard times is what has to be done. Anyone who tells you differently is trying to sell something you don’t want.
Report Post »godlovinmom
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 6:25pmYa know I really dislike that picture of Pelosi with that big gavel…she was so smug that day…well the American people will wipe that smug off soon enough…2012 can’t get here soon enough for me…I want this nightmare to end…only I‘m afraid it’s just begun….we have a BIG mess to clean up…100 plus years of progressive influence has hurt our great country…jeez
Report Post »CatB
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 6:29pmPlanned Parenthood .. Obamacare … can we take on the EPA, NPR, and PBS next PLEASE! …
I feel good!
Report Post »thepatriotdave
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 6:31pmStrip it baby!
Anyone just catch Walkers news conference? I smell presidential material.
http://tinyurl.com/4rv8xsm
Report Post »exdem
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 6:32pmKeep listening repubs and you might regain the White House.
Report Post »Cemoto78
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 7:22pmDemocrats:
“The letter was circulated by congressional Democrats, who said such cuts could mean shuttered Social Security offices and delayed benefit payments. The letter’s distribution by Democrats underscored how the threat of jeopardizing Social Security payments is a potent political weapon.”
Always with the scare tactics of “if you don’t go along with our progressive agenda, no more money for you” Go suck an EGG Nancy, Barney, Harry, and especially Barry Hussein (George’s little puppet)
Report Post »random357
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 9:48pmKeep at it house of reps.
Report Post »Bruce01
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 10:05pmWho Let the Dogs Out!!!
Report Post »jbl8199
Posted on February 19, 2011 at 8:44am“Read my lips” Yeah ok. I remember George Bush senior said that and we all know how that went.
Report Post »Sinista Mace
Posted on February 19, 2011 at 10:01amABOLISH THE EPA!
Abolish Planned Infanticide!
Report Post »TSUNAMI-22
Posted on February 19, 2011 at 12:10pm@ GODSAMERICA
Exactly! We need Obama to veto this bill. This way when the country and congress at large collapses under it’s own hubris, the blame will be squarely placed on him and the democrats / liberal agenda.
Obama’s threat to veto anything related to repealing ObamaCare is a Godsend.
Obama’s vanity will ultimately be his undoing for liberalism and progressivism. There’s a huge and growing long-term conservative movement in this country right now and Mr. Obama and his administration are the DIRECT cause of this trend. The TEA PARTY is just a symptom of this.
The ship is slowly sinking into the abyss, and the rats are starting to either jump ship or eat their own.
As a conservative, I thank you Mr. Obama, for waking the sleeping giant of “common-sense America”.
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