I said it was uncharacteristic of the Democrats to use scare tactics. Every politician and both parties will make statements as to the negative outcome of not passing proposed legislation.I understand exactly what you are getting at. His quote was, "If I say the sky was blue, Republicans would say no it isn't." You are playing with his words to order to convey the idea that president is threating a disaster, the sky is falling, unless we support his ideas. He not only did not say or imply this, but it is uncharacteristic of the Democrats to use such scare tactics. That's the opposition's claim.What was the need for another spending bill then?
I'm being a little bit obtuse to try and get you to realize what I'm getting at.
"If we pass the stimulus unemployment will not rise above 8%"
"If we fail to act now the economy could collapse"
"if nothing is done this recession could last for years"
There are 3 examples of Obama, in his own words, doing exactly what you claim he doesn't.
Here is another article filled with the stuff Barack Obama - The Action Americans Need - washingtonpost.com
Economist across the board agreed that the stimulus package was needed and if nothing was done the recession could last for many years.