[Doe Eyes]

The latest CBO report indicates the deficit is going down as the result of tax cuts.

So you're not too crazy about cutting spending?

[lonestar67]

I think cutting spending is good. If cutting spending leads to democrats taking over the government then yes I am pragmatic.

America can outgrow its government. Earmarking reform would be a good step in my estimation toward gaining Congressional control on spending.

Spending is Congress' responsiblity-- not the president's.