As the Budget Debate Unfolds, It’s Time for Grown Ups
Ernest Istook /
House Budget Chairman Paul Ryan (R, WI) has proposed a budget for grown ups.
Washington’s big spenders have responded with the tired clichés we expect from defenders of big government:
“Pulling the rug out from under seniors,” says Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D, MI).
“Waging war on American workers,” says Rep. Xavier Becerra, D-Calif.
“A path to poverty for America’s seniors and children,” claims House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D, CA).
“The tea party has hijacked the Republican caucus,” says House Budget Committee Ranking Member Chris Van Hollen (D, MD) (more…)