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G.O.P. Leaders in House Pull Tax Bill, Citing Lack of Votes[W: 414]

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Looks like the bohner screwed the pooch this time. What the hell,its only a speed bump that the media has labeled a fiscal cliff anyway.

<WASHINGTON – House Republican leaders abruptly pulled their fallback tax bill from the floor Thursday night, conceding that they did not have the votes to pass it.>

< The struggle to win Republican support for a measure that would allow income taxes to rise on a sliver of the top one percent of taxpayers telegraphed a grave decision for the speaker.>


< House Republican leadership aides made clear that if the bill passes, the speaker believes the next move will have to come from Senate Democrats and the president. Senate Democrats could simply take up and pass the House bill or amend it more to their liking and send it back to the House.>

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/12/21/us/politics/house-moves-toward-vote-on-boehners-backup-plan.html?hp&_r=0
 
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LMMFAO!!!

House Republicans revolted this evening and rejected Speaker John Boehner’s “Plan B” which would have extended the Bush tax cuts for everyone making $1 million or less, among other provisions. According to Boehner, he canceled a scheduled vote on his plan after it became clear he could not get enough support from Republicans for it to pass. The House is now in recess until after Christmas. <snip> BREAKING: Republicans Revolt, Reject Boehner's 'Plan B' | ThinkProgress

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A Festivus Miracle.


QUOTE=Captain America;1061272870]LMMFAO!!!

House Republicans revolted this evening and rejected Speaker John Boehner’s “Plan B” which would have extended the Bush tax cuts for everyone making $1 million or less, among other provisions. According to Boehner, he canceled a scheduled vote on his plan after it became clear he could not get enough support from Republicans for it to pass. The House is now in recess until after Christmas. <snip> BREAKING: Republicans Revolt, Reject Boehner's 'Plan B' | ThinkProgress

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Interesting-

When the dems in the house couldn't muster the votes for their agenda the 'conservatives' hooted and howled over that. Can't wait to read the spin put on this one. This isn't the first time Boehner couldn't deliver his own party.
 
Re: G.O.P. Leaders in House Pull Tax Bill, Citing Lack of Votes

LMMFAO!!!

House Republicans revolted this evening and rejected Speaker John Boehner’s “Plan B” which would have extended the Bush tax cuts for everyone making $1 million or less, among other provisions. According to Boehner, he canceled a scheduled vote on his plan after it became clear he could not get enough support from Republicans for it to pass. The House is now in recess until after Christmas. <snip> BREAKING: Republicans Revolt, Reject Boehner's 'Plan B' | ThinkProgress

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Sounds good to me.

The right thing to do is for the House Republicans to pass a bill with substantial tax and spending cuts. Then depart and leave the One and his minions in the Senate to decide what to do.

If the House had caved on tax increases it would have been the end of the Republican party. If the Republican party chooses not to stand on principal they might as well be Democrats. With any good fortune this will be the end of Boehner and Cantor.
 
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Interesting-

When the dems in the house couldn't muster the votes for their agenda the 'conservatives' hooted and howled over that. Can't wait to read the spin put on this one. This isn't the first time Boehner couldn't deliver his own party.

This gives me hope. I am grateful that Boehner lost on his intended sell-out.

Now we have to find a way to defeat him. We need someone with conservative principles. We need someone who is articulate. Boehner is neither principled nor articulate.

This is a very good evening for America.
 
Re: G.O.P. Leaders in House Pull Tax Bill, Citing Lack of Votes

This gives me hope. I am grateful that Boehner lost on his intended sell-out.

Now we have to find a way to defeat him. We need someone with conservative principles. We need someone who is articulate. Boehner is neither principled nor articulate.

This is a very good evening for America.

What he said.........
 
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I bet the tan man will be crying in his Merlot this weekend. Probably have nightmares of Canter taking his job.:(
 
Re: G.O.P. Leaders in House Pull Tax Bill, Citing Lack of Votes

I wanna see more of Rubio and Jindal.

Boehner sounds and talks like a drunk and that yuppie looking, Rocky Balboa wannabe, Canter needs a leather Village People outfit.

Time to change stagecoach drivers.
 
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I have come to see those citing the need to cling to their 'conservative' values as standing in the corner refusing to have an honest open debate on what the political leaders need to do for ALL citizens.

Sort of the hold my breath til I get my way 3 grader tactic... :peace
 
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Who says the tea party is dead. They just had another win stopping the establishment from giving in to the democrats.
 
Re: G.O.P. Leaders in House Pull Tax Bill, Citing Lack of Votes

What you just saw is the House pass the last off-ramp before the fiscal cliff. Buckle up.
 
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I wanna see more of Rubio and Jindal.

Boehner sounds and talks like a drunk and that yuppie looking, Rocky Balboa wannabe, Canter needs a leather Village People outfit.

Time to change stagecoach drivers.

Actually I wish people would remember that the Speaker of the House doesn't even have to be a politician.
 
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Hrm, so plan B got aborted
 
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The Republican party is infested with so many Rinos that cannot be trusted, starting with Boehner. They're having a hard time going down.

It would be great to never hear names like Boehner, McCain, Rubio, Jindal, Christie, LindseyGraham, etc., etc. again. They are people without a party, without a country.
 
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Hrm, so plan B got aborted

Last week McConnell had to filibuster his own bill now this.Itsa shame how far the GRAND OLD party has fallen.:(
 
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more posturing. if we go over the cliff, incumbents get tossed. they don't want to get tossed, but they have to look like they're holding the line for the base until the bitter end. then they cave in the best interest of the country, but not enough to actually solve the problem.

remember, it's mostly about self-congratulatory back patting. that requires a dramatic lead-up. this is the drama part.
 
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I still think the fiscal cliff is the closest thing to a compromise we'll see. Tax hikes and spending cuts.
 
Re: G.O.P. Leaders in House Pull Tax Bill, Citing Lack of Votes

I still think the fiscal cliff is the closest thing to a compromise we'll see. Tax hikes and spending cuts.


Although it is going to be a train wreck of pain for those like me in the middle income levels, sadly I think you're right.
 
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more posturing. if we go over the cliff, incumbents get tossed. they don't want to get tossed, but they have to look like they're holding the line for the base until the bitter end. then they cave in the best interest of the country, but not enough to actually solve the problem.

remember, it's mostly about self-congratulatory back patting. that requires a dramatic lead-up. this is the drama part.

Yup, this is the same theatre the precedes every compromise. It will pass.
 
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Yup, this is the same theatre the precedes every compromise. It will pass.

You could be right; politicians saving face. Stock market seems confident as of late.
 
Re: G.O.P. Leaders in House Pull Tax Bill, Citing Lack of Votes

You could be right; politicians saving face. Stock market seems confident as of late.

I got rid of the dog yesterday...might buy it back if it drops enough though.:thumbs:
 
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Last week McConnell had to filibuster his own bill now this. Itsa shame how far the GRAND OLD party has fallen.:(
Actually, it looks as if it hasn't. That is why it is a good day and a great evening. Boehner's planned sell-out was to occur this evening. There are men and women of principle and courage in the House of Representatives after all.

So Boehner and Cantor need to be stripped of their power and relegated to the cloak room.

Given that this is about taking a principled standing you might not understand it. I think it is the best news we have had in a month. We might save this Republic yet! If we need someone to hold our coats I will call you, okay?
 
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Actually, it looks as if it hasn't. That is why it is a good day and a great evening. Boehner's planned sell-out was to occur this evening. There are men and women of principle and courage in the House of Representatives after all.

So Boehner and Cantor need to be stripped of their power and relegated to the cloak room.

Given that this is about taking a principled standing you might not understand it. I think it is the best news we have had in a month. We might save this Republic yet! If we need someone to hold our coats I will call you, okay?

One term boner eh?:2wave:
 
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Merry Christmas from John and Nancy.:mrgreen:
 
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