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

Dan_NV Wrote: Dec 05, 2012 5:18 PM

I don't have much use for Mitch McConnell but this was a clever move. I didn't think he had it in him. Now, Republicans need to capitalize on this event by getting the word out by all means available that the Dems don't have the votes to pass Obama's fiscal cliff "stunt." Reid just handed the Republicans the mother of all fiscal bludgeons. Now, is there anyone in the Republican ranks that can wield it?

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ValerieParneau Wrote: Dec 05, 2012 5:30 PM

Short answer: no

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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,...