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In reply to the discussion: Obama To House: "I've got this pen. I'm ready to sign the bill right away." [View all]Qutzupalotl
(14,307 posts)24. That's what he's doing.
High income now. When the economy recovers, the rest.
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Obama To House: "I've got this pen. I'm ready to sign the bill right away." [View all]
kpete
Nov 2012
OP
As far as I can see in the op, Obama didn't "ask" anything. He told them to pass
shraby
Nov 2012
#12
And telling them puts the power in their hands--they don't do it, Obama looks weak.
DonRedwood
Nov 2012
#14
Leadership is not "demanding", esp when he has no hammer. He cant force Congress to do anything. nm
rhett o rick
Nov 2012
#38
Actually it's been 4 years and 3 days. The same person is President...same Congress. n/t
godai
Nov 2012
#28
Obama will veto any bill extending tax cuts for those making more than $250K...
SidDithers
Nov 2012
#33