Bernie Sanders: We must make it absolutely clear to President Obama and the Dem's and Rep.Leadership

[Jefferson23]

* I realize these online petitions are not worth a lot in and of themselves, but regardless....Bernie is asking, so why
not consider signing on at the link.


Dear Friend,

In the midst of the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression, it is imperative that we vigorously defend the American social safety net that is making life bearable for tens of millions of vulnerable Americans.

We must make it absolutely clear to President Obama and the Democratic and Republican Leadership in Congress that there must not be cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. At a time when the richest people in our country are becoming richer while the middle class is disappearing and poverty is increasing, we must not balance the budget on the backs of the elderly, the sick and the children.

Wealthy individuals, whose effective personal income tax rate is now the lowest in 50 years, must begin paying their fair share of taxes. Large corporations that make billions in profits and pay nothing in taxes must finally be denied the outrageous tax loop-holes they currently enjoy. We must also make significant cuts at the Department of Defense, whose budget has tripled since 1997.

This is a pivotal moment in the history of our country. Decisions being made now will impact not only our lives, but the lives of our kids and grandchildren. This is a time to stand tall and fight back against the reactionary right-wing agenda.

Please join me in opposing any deficit reduction agreement that cuts Social Security, Medicare or Medicaid – programs that are of vital importance to millions of our fellow citizens. Please sign the enclosed petition and I will convey your concern to the White House and congressional leaders.

Thank you,

Senator Bernie Sanders

https://services.myngp.com/ngponlineservices/petition.aspx?X=Ja5OPsDYzMY=

[bigwillq]

1. Done

Yes, they are not worth a lot, but I still enjoy filling them out.

[bananas]

2. k&r nt

[xchrom]

3. Recommend

[Mimosa]

4. K&R Bernie is a national treasure!

Thanks for the heads up, Jefferson23. I emailed him and signed on.

[Jefferson23]

10. You're very welcome, thanks for signing the petition. n/t

[EFerrari]

5. K&R

[peacebird]

6. done. K&R

[RainDog]

7. done k&r

[Lifelong Protester]

8. done!

[ProfessionalLeftist]

9. Done. K & R n/t

[emilyg]

11. knr

[LeftofObama]

12. Done!

Along with a comment...."Thank you Senator Sanders for standing up for regular people like me!"

[Jefferson23]

13. Welcome to DU and thanks for signing..great comment too. n/t

[Jefferson23]

14. Kick and thanks to all who signed..anyone else care to please click on the link. n/t

[Bryn]

15. Kick

done!

[AzDar]

16. K & R

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[Greybnk48]

17. Already signed, but here's a kick.