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Chestertonfan Wrote: Dec 05, 2012 6:46 PM

Sorry, I thought you said it was keeping the same tax rate for those making less than $ 250,000. Then why are you calling it a tax CUT for the middle class? Could it be that, gasp, GWB cut taxes for EVERYONE, not just the rich. And why oh why did the percentage of total income taxes paid by wealthier Americans go UP after the Bush tax cuts. Could it be that your Dem talking points were a lie, I mean wrong? Heavens, tell me it ain't so!

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psydoc Wrote: Dec 05, 2012 7:14 PM

It appears that the democrats have cut you off from the herd, rmock.

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rmock Wrote: Dec 05, 2012 6:56 PM

Yes the Bush tax cuts cut taxes for everyone. H R 15 keeps the rates low for income up to $250,000. These aren't Democrat talking points. I'm a Republican and I know this to be the facts.

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Surprise: McConnell Offers Vote on Obama/Geithner Fiscal Cliff Plan, Reid Objects

I've been critical of Republican tactics and messaging this week, so let's give credit where it's due: Moments ago, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell took to the floor and offered an immediate vote on President Obama's fiscal cliff plan, which shocked the Beltway late last week. (In case you're keeping score at home, this was the surreal proposal that induced McConnell to laugh out loud as it was outlined by Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner). Harry Reid quickly objected and shut the whole thing down, labeling the suggestion a "stunt." Think about that. The President of the United States,...