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“The Senate is clearly dragging its feet on spending reform. Some senators have called for instead reversing the tax cuts.”
Brian Riedl
“Congress continues to resist cutting even one program.”
“NASA represents something important in the national psyche. Given that, there isn't a lot of hunger to cut NASA substantially, nor to cripple their ability to explore space.”
“Most lawmakers are coming to the conclusion that the spending spree we're seeing right now is unsustainable.”
“What that means is those costs are being passed down to our children - with interest.”
“dump the largest debt in world history into the laps of the next generation. Within a decade, tax increases would need to reach $7,000 per household (a 37 percent tax hike) just to balance the budget.”
“Sacrifice? ... At this time, there is none.”
“It's something we have to decide as a country. What are our priorities?”
“It's about time lawmakers sacrifice pork projects that essentially serve as taxpayer-financed re-election advertisements.”
“Even small-government conservatives believe Washington should prioritize defense, safety and security, and therefore see rescuing New Orleans as a top government priority.”
