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Tea Party Extortion

When the initial threat of a federal government shutdown was averted earlier this month, the Republican/Tea party game plan was revealed for what it was, high stakes political extortion.  In threatening to shut down federal government operations, the Republican/Tea Party … Continue reading

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Misplaced Union Envy

Millions of Americans have lost their jobs and homes since the financial collapse of 2008.  Tens of millions more are in fear of losing their jobs and homes.  Conservatives and tea party activists have chosen to blame the government and … Continue reading

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The Failed Bush Tax Cuts

Failed Bush economic policy, and the failed Bush tax cuts passed in 2001 and 2003, added $4.36 trillion to the national debt during his 8 years in office. And what was the impact of the Bush tax cuts on the … Continue reading

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