A truly bipartisan deal, the Ryan-Murray budget represents the first time in a long time the H of R have acted anything like the legislature of a nation rather than a collection grandstanding self-important narcissists who would rather sink the ship of state than see it head in any other direction but the one they command. Truly, a deal no one can love: exactly what was needed. But never fear! There are still enough spoiled brats in the Senate to stop it.
Mostly it requires Boehner allowing something to be brought to a vote. It’s his personal obstruction that keeps propositions that are known to have sufficient votes to be passed from being voted on. Hard to be sure, but it looks like he’s still sitting on those.
The change in the filibuster rule only applies to non-SCOTUS executive appointments. But yes, if 60 senators agree, it can be brought to a vote, and it will win.
I’m sorry you missed it, but Democrats have already raised the tax rate of the “rich” back to those of the Clinton years.Ummm. yeah, that went into effect just this year. Many of those affected won’t actually see the difference until they do their taxes next year.Conservatives predicted our economy would go back into severe recession. Don’t hold your breath.
braindead Premium Member over 10 years ago
The budget for sabotage is way too low. Republicans are spending most of their time sabotaging the ACA.
ConserveGov over 10 years ago
Ha! Good toon Tom!Funny how Congress is giving high fives for completing a budget that will sink us into an even bigger hole.
Doughfoot over 10 years ago
A truly bipartisan deal, the Ryan-Murray budget represents the first time in a long time the H of R have acted anything like the legislature of a nation rather than a collection grandstanding self-important narcissists who would rather sink the ship of state than see it head in any other direction but the one they command. Truly, a deal no one can love: exactly what was needed. But never fear! There are still enough spoiled brats in the Senate to stop it.
cartooneallmightyvsh over 10 years ago
wow never seen like that
Kip W over 10 years ago
Mostly it requires Boehner allowing something to be brought to a vote. It’s his personal obstruction that keeps propositions that are known to have sufficient votes to be passed from being voted on. Hard to be sure, but it looks like he’s still sitting on those.
Godfreydaniel over 10 years ago
He forgot crying, whining, and the dreaded “I’m rubber, you’re glue” intellectual debate!
edward thomas Premium Member over 10 years ago
Unfortunately, Toles’ cartoon only applies to the days they actually work! And I don’t count “pro forma” sessions as being at work.
Doughfoot over 10 years ago
Wow. A statement from Harleyquinn with which a complete agree.
Doughfoot over 10 years ago
The change in the filibuster rule only applies to non-SCOTUS executive appointments. But yes, if 60 senators agree, it can be brought to a vote, and it will win.
Uncle Joe Premium Member over 10 years ago
I’m sorry you missed it, but Democrats have already raised the tax rate of the “rich” back to those of the Clinton years.Ummm. yeah, that went into effect just this year. Many of those affected won’t actually see the difference until they do their taxes next year.Conservatives predicted our economy would go back into severe recession. Don’t hold your breath.
jazzmoose over 10 years ago
Budgets are created by congress. But that’s okay; I realize you know next to nothing about how government works.