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In reply to the discussion: Uncle Sam runs $114 billion surplus in April [View all]Doctor_J
(36,392 posts)34. No kidding
yeesh, this place has gotten completely away from actual big-D Democratic principles over my 13 years. Reducing the deficit is a Republican goal. It should not be cheered unless you are a Republican
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How about waiting until there is an actual annual surplus before asking for more spending
OnlinePoker
May 2014
#26
I am certain that all of those 2008 voters are going to flock back to the polls after hearing this
Doctor_J
May 2014
#39
And yet, I bet the White House will STILL push for Austerity with another Catfood Commission.
blkmusclmachine
May 2014
#49