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Tensions flare between Senate Democrats, White House
Reuters ^ | 26 Nov 2014 | ROBERTA RAMPTON

Posted on 11/27/2014 12:28:27 AM PST by shove_it

(Reuters) - Criticism of President Barack Obama's signature healthcare law by a top Senate Democrat this week laid bare post-election tensions that could pose challenges for the party in upcoming fights with Republicans over taxes, energy and immigration.

In a high-profile speech on Tuesday dissecting Democrats' losses in this month's midterm elections, Charles Schumer, the No. 3 Senate Democrat, listed "a cascade of issues" botched by the White House, starting with Obama's push for healthcare reforms soon after he took office in 2009.

Later on Tuesday, the White House took the unusual step of publicly pledging to veto a deal on tax breaks that Senate Democratic leader Harry Reid was trying to hammer out with Republicans in the House of Representatives.

(Excerpt) Read more at reuters.com ...


TOPICS: Politics/Elections
KEYWORDS: democratdissention; democrats; obama; obmacare; ratfight; ratrevolt; ratseatrats; taxes
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To: Cowboy Bob

There are a lot of black families who support themselves by honest work but vote Rat out of habit. When they get slammed with their upcoming 0bamaKare premium increases, they’ll then know they’ve been lied to.

The Congressional Black Caucus needs to be abolished due to being a communist organization and these ‘race hustlers’ need to be prosecuted for inciting riots.


21 posted on 11/27/2014 1:52:51 AM PST by shove_it (long ago Orwell and Rand warned us of Obama's America)
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To: clearcarbon

Schmuky is terrified of losing reelection to the gravy train.


22 posted on 11/27/2014 1:54:48 AM PST by shove_it (long ago Orwell and Rand warned us of Obama's America)
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To: shove_it
The Republican party is open to ALL people of ALL races. It is for those who support the constitution and value freedom.

I don't agree with the GOPe, who think that it is more important to have a "rainbow" party than it is to have one with values. Identity politics is poison.

23 posted on 11/27/2014 2:07:32 AM PST by Cowboy Bob (They are called "Liberals" because the word "parasite" was already taken.)
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To: shove_it

This administration is a cascade of failure, which is also a pretty good name for a rock band.


24 posted on 11/27/2014 2:42:16 AM PST by Hugin ("Do yourself a favor--first thing, get a firearm!",)
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To: shove_it

You know what this means?

It means THE TEA PARTY WAS RIGHT.


25 posted on 11/27/2014 3:06:45 AM PST by goosie
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To: blackdog

Yours is a concise summary of the disaster this pResidential imposter has created in our country. My the Lord help us.


26 posted on 11/27/2014 3:17:50 AM PST by bytesmith
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To: shove_it

Heaven forbid that Pelosi, Reid, Schumer and Jarrett should get REAL jobs and have to put up with real supervisors and customers. Come on, guys, join OUR party!


27 posted on 11/27/2014 3:40:01 AM PST by MeneMeneTekelUpharsin ( Freedom is the freedom to discipline yourself so others don't have to do it for you,)
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To: blackdog

Zippy is looking for highly qualified black women only to replace the rats jumping ship in his administration. funny


28 posted on 11/27/2014 3:48:00 AM PST by ronnie raygun (Empty head empty suit = arrogant little bastard)
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To: shove_it

It is great, but is it real! If it is real, the Senate might just have a way to get rid of the piece of trash in the White House. Or it is a shame, smoke and mirrors.


29 posted on 11/27/2014 3:52:26 AM PST by hondact200 (Candor dat viribos alas (sincerity gives wings to strength) and Nil desperandum (never despair))
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To: shove_it

I’d say Schumer is ready to retire. He’s 64.


30 posted on 11/27/2014 3:55:35 AM PST by Sacajaweau
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To: shove_it

Bout Time! ! ! ! !


31 posted on 11/27/2014 3:57:40 AM PST by DeaconRed (You can't be old & wise until you have been young & stupid First.)
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To: Ann Archy
“uh....I think we will be lucky if Bammy leaves on Jan.20, !!”

This is my fear too. Seeing all these riots makes me concerned that he will declare Martial Law (or some such) and say it's too unsettled for him to leave.

32 posted on 11/27/2014 4:04:02 AM PST by Humal
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To: shove_it

Congressional Democrats were told Americans will love Obamacare. They were told to repeat the Obama/Gruber lies. It cost them both houses of Congress. They should be mad: Mad at Obama and mad at themselves.


33 posted on 11/27/2014 4:04:15 AM PST by Senator_Blutarski
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To: Cowboy Bob

Democrat Civil War.

>Americans versus Moonbat Progressives (identified as Pelosi, 0bama)


34 posted on 11/27/2014 4:47:22 AM PST by Steven Tyler
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To: shove_it

If the GOPe has two brain cells, they will drive a wedge in this divide to a permanent status. Pass the bill enabling the XL pipeline, for starters. This is a win-win two-fer. Divides the Dems and promote oil independence.

Like Reagan said, “If they won’t see the light, make them feel the heat”.


35 posted on 11/27/2014 4:49:47 AM PST by VRW Conspirator (Es Mi Partido, Ahora!)
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To: blackdog

BOWE BERGDAHL to be named as SecDef. Mitch McConnell & John Wayne McCornyn will lead the effort to confirm.


36 posted on 11/27/2014 4:51:23 AM PST by Howie66 ("Tone down the tagline please." - Admin Moderator)
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To: shove_it

Today we thank God for all of His manifold blessings to us, our families and our Nation.

Tomorrow, we start a scorched earth policy against the Kenyan Klown.

It is time for him to experience what we have endured for six years, in reverse.

And it has to be relentless.

He and his fellow travelers have much to answer for.

Happy Thanksgiving to all!


37 posted on 11/27/2014 4:55:05 AM PST by exit82 ("The Taliban is on the inside of the building" E. Nordstrom 10-10-12)
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To: shove_it

My impression of Schummer’s comment is, we messed up by not listening to the people, but if you put us back in charge we’ll do better. I think it may be a political tactic for 2016.


38 posted on 11/27/2014 5:16:07 AM PST by scenicsoap
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To: shove_it

Chucky Schmucky no likey losing the Senate majority and the Bammy getting the blame. A little dust up in the Rats nest is a good thing.


39 posted on 11/27/2014 5:34:12 AM PST by tflabo (Truth or tyranny)
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To: VRW Conspirator

Chucky’s statements on Zerocare just more fodder for Cassidy to use in ads against Mary Landscrew.
The ‘racist’ Ferguson riots can’t be helping her too much either. Today is a turkey feast but Dec.6th is BBQ pork cajun style.


40 posted on 11/27/2014 5:48:08 AM PST by tflabo (Truth or tyranny)
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