Thursday Oregon Representative Peter DeFazio introduced a non-binding proposal to reject President Obama’s tax compromise, a proposal that received overwhelming support from the House Democratic Caucus.
According to reports, the resolution was passed amid cheers of “Just say no! Just say no!”
The text of the resolution that was adopted is as follows:
"The Democratic Caucus resolves that in its current form the tax package should not come to the House floor for consideration."
“If you believe in supply side economics and trickle down, this is a great plan. I don’t. I think it’s been proven not to work. I think it’s a bad deal and poorly negotiated.
“I think the Republicans were bluffing and the President didn’t call their bluff. Were they going to go home for Christmas and cut off unemployment for millions of people who can’t a job? I don’t think so. I really don’t think they would have delivered on that threat. And if they did, shame on them and we could kill them with it.”
Rep. Shelley Berkley of Nevada was the only Democrat voting against the resolution. She says her constituents need the unemployment benefits.
DeFazio and his colleagues are angry because President Obama failed to allow House Democrats a seat at the table. The resolution is simply a reflection of the anger in the House.
While it is doubtful that the House Democrats can stop the compromise from going through, it is clear that the relationship between President Obama and congressional Democrats is strained to the point of breaking.
Another thing that is clear, Oregon Representative Peter DeFazio has emerged as a leader in the House, a national political force, and one Democrat not afraid to say "no" to President Obama.
Comments
What the hell do you care Mikey, you don;t oay taxes, your IN the wagon not pulling it!
DeFazio and Stone tipping at windmills again....
Don't worry when push comes to shove Barry can count on Pete's vote.
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