I expect the cuts to be eventually restored, but I’m not really worried about the money. A possible 20% cut over 20 years won’t ruin me. In this case, it really is the principle of the thing.
We conservatives have been clamoring for less government for years. That means less spending, less rules and regulations, less government across the board. The so-called party of small government, aka Republican, controls the House. Yet, we have virtually nothing to show for it.
I also think most of us understand that compromises need to be made, because we do indeed have divided government in D.C. I just think we’re upset that our team seems so completely inept. I’m being kind here when I write that, because some FReepers believe Republicans are indistinguishable from Democrats. I’d rather believe “our guys” mean well, they’re just incompetent.
So, I understand a bargain had to be made. I’m just disappointed that Republicans bargained so poorly. Representative Ryan is apparently saying he managed to restore DoD spending by sacrificing military retirees. Of all the things to sacrifice, it’s very telling that he (and other Republicans) found it so easy to give us up first.
Indeed.
“Representative Ryan is apparently saying he managed to restore DoD spending by sacrificing military retirees. “
Kind of like tying someone to train tracks and then as a train approaches, unties them. . .you know. . .”saving” them.