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Tag Archives: President Barack Obama
The Obama Presser
President Obama held a press conference today, arguing that the compromise reached on tax cuts with the Republican Party is the only option available to him, and is the best that can be done under the circumstances. His point, that … Continue reading →
The Deal is Struck- No Offsets For All
The President announced tonight a deal on the extension of ALL of the Bush tax cuts with Republicans. The deal, predicted some time ago here, (November 6th) will extend for two years all of the Bush tax cuts while also … Continue reading →
On the Cusp of Dealmaking
The President and key Republican Congressional leaders met yesterday, and while concrete progress was not made on specifics there appeared to be some dialing back of the hostile rhetoric that has been abundant for some time now. Both sides have … Continue reading →
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The Tax Cut Shuffle
The looming expiration of the so called “Bush” tax cuts has the Democrats in turmoil, as the left has reacted with anger to the broad hints from the Obama Administration that they are prepared for compromise with Republicans on this … Continue reading →
The Governor Makes the Case
The Governor had a big turnout in Boston yesterday to welcome President Barack Obama, who was here to campaign for him. The Governor laid out his case for re-election, and the President gave a spirited talk in support of the … Continue reading →
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Tagged Deval Patrick, Massachusetts Governors Race, President Barack Obama
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Boehner Buckles
House Minority Leader John Boehner indicated yesterday that he would vote in favor of a tax bill that blocked extension of the so called “Bush tax cuts” for those making over $250,000 per year. Boehner was critical of that approach, … Continue reading →
The President Takes on…. John Boehner?
The President ratcheted up his rhetorical assault on Republicans in Ohio yesterday, rejecting the potential for compromise on the Bush tax cuts, and calling for new infrastructure spending and some business tax breaks. The President laid down a political marker … Continue reading →
Release Federal Money ASAP
The President spoke on the $26 billion bill just passed by Congress to send additional money to state and local governments. I know that we will get some debate on the merits of the bill here (it is a rare … Continue reading →
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President Obama Speaks to the Nation
The President addressed the nation on the oil spill, speaking from the Oval Office and talking about the need to end our dependence on fossil fuels. The political fallout continues, and the President is trying to stay ahead of the … Continue reading →
Obama Takes Heat From Left
President Obama, as the BP Oil spill crisis continues, is taking heat from both the left and the right, with James Carville demanding more attention and a tougher line from the White House. The political fallout continues, and the President … Continue reading →
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