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All executive orders are unconstitutional since the constitution says "all legislative power herein granted shall be vested in congress".
Blogland of Earl Capps: Rep. Jeff Duncan refuses Obama-ordered pay raise
For another example of politicos who put leadership ahead of ego, the Blogland commends Third District Congressman Jeff Duncan for showing real fiscal leadership during the ongoing disputes over how to resolve the "fiscal cliff" showdown in Washington.
This evening, Duncan was the first member of South Carolina's congressional delegation to reject the federal pay raise ordered by President Obama:
"The timing of President Obamas executive order to raise salaries for Members of Congress and the Vice President shows how out of touch with reality the President is when it comes to spending. Congress doesnt need a pay raise, and if given a raise I will return it. This executive order highlights the Presidents serious lack of judgment when it comes to spending money. President Obamas decision gives every American the right to question his judgment in managing our nations finances. Raising taxes will result in more government spending, not less debt for our children and grandchildren. I will not be fooled into believing that Washington intends to use tax increases to pay down the debt."