DamnYankee
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- Apr 2, 2009
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It's true that many hopefuls, like me, are becoming more and more concerned about the potential deficit. This is the perfect opportunity for Republicans to improve upon their 26% approval rating (shown here), the lowest in history, and finally come up with an alternative solution to the economic woes instead of announcing position papers that include no numbers.
http://s.wsj.net/public/resources/documents/WSJ-NBC_Poll090617.pdf
More words, Maggie? Do you really not pay attention, or do you believe that no one else does?
Boehner Opening Statement: GOP Working Group Hearing on Economic Solutions | Republican Leader John Boehner
Boehner Opening Statement: GOP Working Group Hearing on Economic Solutions
(Remarks as prepared)
Washington, Jan 15 - "Welcome, Governor Romney, Ms. Whitman, and all who are attending or watching. I want to thank Eric Cantor, our whip, for putting together this hearing and doing a stellar job leading our working group on economic solutions. I also want to thank the thousands of Americans participating in this process by leaving their comments at Erics website,
Eric Cantor :: Office of the Republican Whip.
Its no secret our economy is in rough shape. Families and small businesses are in trouble, facing real anxiety about the future. Americans are looking to their elected leaders for solutions that will help our economy preserve and create jobs.
Republicans applaud President-elect Obama for his focus on the economy. Hes called for Congress to act on legislation to help put the economy on the path to recovery, which is what Americans want. And much to his credit, the President-elect has made clear he wants input on this effort not just from members of his own party, but from all Americans.
Such inclusiveness is essential. The American people need to be bought into this process, and we need to pass legislation that reflects their priorities. Many Americans are skeptical of the notion that a dramatic increase in government spending on programs and projects will spark economic growth. And contrary to some assertions, more than a few economists are skeptical too. Theyve been sharing their views with us through an internet project I launched last month at Republican Leader John Boehner | republicanleader.house.gov, and I want to thank them for getting involved.
Identifying effective solutions starts with recognizing government has been part of the problem. Congress has taken billions from hardworking families and small businesses and wasted it. The troubles in our economy are NOT the result of a lack of government spending. And theres a real danger that massive spending increases will lead to massive tax increases on the American people. While the need for action is indisputable, its equally critical that we do it in a manner that protects the taxpayer.
I suggested over the weekend that instead of taxing less and spending MORE, we ought to think about taxing less and spending LESS. The more new spending we include in this legislation, the more likely it is that taxpayer money will be wasted. We also need to consider the cost were passing on to future generations. Are the spending increases temporary, or permanent? Is there really any such thing as a temporary spending program?
As I said last week on the opening day of this Congress: Americas potential is unlimited. Governments potential is not. The need for action is clear, but we cant just borrow and spend our way back to prosperity. We need solutions that unleash the job-creating potential of our economy. . .solutions that encourage investment and job creation, and let families and small businesses keep more of what they earn.
Our witness panel today is uniquely qualified to give us a perspective on these issues. Governor Romney, Ms. Whitman -- thank you for taking the time to come here today and share your views. We look forward to your testimony.
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Now, from Eric Cantor's website (above)
$375 Billion in Taxpayer Savings
Posted by Whip Team :: Thursday June 4, 2009
House Republicans sent a proposal to President Obama outlining $375 billion in taxpayer savings over the next five years.
The proposal follows a meeting at the White House on April 24, during which Republican Whip Cantor brought up the Presidents request to Cabinet secretaries to find $100 million in savings, noting that much more could be done on behalf of taxpayers. In response, President Obama asked House Republicans to develop of list of areas where the federal government could save more money.
Click here to read more information on the taxpayer savings.
http://republicanwhip.house.gov/new...billion-in-common-sense-taxpayer-savings.html