On the recordMay 25, 2010
The American people vividly remember the contortions this Chamber went through to find the votes needed to pass cap-and-tax. We remember the arm twisting and backroom deals that secured the votes for the government takeover of health care. When it comes to the policies the American people oppose, this House has always found the votes. Yet, apparently, when it comes to passing a budget, something every family and small business must do, the majority just can't find enough votes to get it done. With almost $13 trillion in debt, and record deficits adding more every minute, is this majority so desperate to avoid facing the tough decisions that they are going to scrap the budget all together? Talk about burying your head in the sand. We are here to do a job, and passing a budget is a big part of that job. Let's get to work.
