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In reply to the discussion: the lies of David W, Corn [View all]ProSense
(116,464 posts)The Medicaid expansion expired six months later. It was not renewed by Congress.
The deal included extended unemployment benefits. Without a doubt, Republicans would have allowed them to expire or at the very least trim them significantly, holding them hostage for something else.
Obama is smarter than his critics who believe they know all the details about what he and other members of Congress are thinking. It's arm-chair quarterbacking in hindsight.
As for the Corn piece (http://www.democraticunderground.com/10021883996) that sparked this nonsense, he is likely correct.
Van Hollen takes Medicare age increase and Social Security off the table
http://www.democraticunderground.com/10021891741
Sanders Applauds White House for Taking Social Security Off the Table in Deficit Talks
http://www.democraticunderground.com/1014319000