House GOP revolts against Boehner plan - Washington Times
It could cut in unexpected ways, but as a matter of principle: GOOD!
Id.Mr. Boehners bill would reduce future discretionary spending by $1.2 trillion, grant an immediate debt increase of $1 trillion, and set up a committee to work on trillions of dollars in future deficit reduction either through more spending cuts or tax increases, which would then earn another future debt increase. It would also require both the House and Senate to hold votes on a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
But conservative Republicans in the House, many allied to the tea party movement, said they dont just want votes on the amendment, they want an assurance it will be sent to the states.
It could cut in unexpected ways, but as a matter of principle: GOOD!