John Boehner And Harry Reid Release Competing, Mostly Incompatible, Debt Plans
John Boehner and Harry Reid introduced their debt plans. Now, where do we go from here?
The Misplaced Attack On Private Jets
In the 80’s it was yachts, today it’s private jets. The argument is the same, and it’s still without merit.
Why Leaders Won’t Lead
European leaders have put another Band Aid on the Greek sovereign debt crisis while America’s leaders are trying to stave off a self-inflicted financial default.
The GOP’s Debt Ceiling Gamble
By choosing to go it alone on a debt ceiling plan, the GOP is taking a big risk.
Debt Talks Break Down As Both Parties Go Separate Ways
The debt talks in Congress are moribund now, and both sides are working on their own versions of a plan, again.
Is The Left Losing Patience With Obama?
Some on the left are upset with the President, but does it really matter?
Debt Talks Break Down (Again) As Boehner Walks Away
It wasn’t a good day for the debt ceiling negotiations.
On Debt Deal, Americans Want Compromise Not Grandstanding
Three new polls provide a warning to both sides of the debt negotiations, but mostly to Republicans.
Gang Of Six Resurrecting The “Grand Bargain”?
The Gang of Six is back together. And they have a plan.
Moody’s Is Right, Eliminate The Debt Ceiling
Moody’s is on the right track. The current debt ceiling law has done more harm than good.
Republican Leadership vs. Young Guns
As the Republican leadership reaches a deal with President Obama, the biggest stumbling block may be the newest members of their own coalition.
Is The House GOP’s “Cut Cap And Balance” Vote A Political Stunt? Probably
The House GOP has scheduled a vote next week on a debt ceiling package that is solely designed to mollify the base.
Who Wins If There’s No Debt Deal?
The idea that the GOP can block a debt ceiling vote and benefit politically is, quite simply, absurd.
Mitch McConnell-Harry Reid Deal on Debt, Entitlements
A Mitch McConnell-Harry Reid brokered deal on the debt ceiling looks promising.
Erick Erickson Is Putting Party Before Country
How much of an American can you be if you are willing to wreck the economy for political gain.
Beating the Dead Horse Once More: Looking at the Numbers if we Don’t Raise the Debt Ceiling
Some things are worth repeating.
Debt Ceiling Concerns: Much Ado about Nothing?
Should we assume that a deal will eventually be struck and simply stop paying attention to the debt ceiling debate?
Dayton Surrenders in Minnesota Shutdown
Mark Dayton is willing to give in to key Republican demands to end a two-week shutdown. Will it be enough?
GOP In Danger Of Losing The P.R. War Over Debt, Spending, And Taxes?
If you look at the polls, the GOP has several things to be concerned about in the debate over the debt ceiling.
