White House says no to special session of Congress

The Hill ^ | Aug 4, 2008 | Jackie Kucinich, Jared Allen, Sam Youngman

[BufordP]

My short list ping

[fightinbluhen51]

I did my part and emailed the White House on Saturday.

[ClearCase_guy]

it won't make a difference if Democratic leaders are unwilling to bring up a bill for an up-down vote,” said White House spokesman Tony Fratto.

I thought the point was to make America SEE that the Democrat leaders refuse to take action on this matter. Have America SEE that Republicans have an energy plan and that we want it voted on.

It would make a difference.

[FreePaul]

Bush still trying to get the Democrats to love him. He’s given up on the Republicans.

[Fighter@heart]

OUR VOICES FALL ON DEAF EARS!!

[Corin Stormhands]

He should have already done it.

But now, with him heading to China for the Olympics, it may be best that he didn’t...

[kevkrom]

How can the White House call Congress into session anyway? Isn’t that a violation of the separation of powers?

[linn37]

Its better to beat up on democrats then call a session they won’t attend. I agree.

[tobyhill]

It's not the point of “making a difference”, it's the point of taking their vacations away because they did not EARN it.

[ex-snook]

They must believe that the issue is better than a solution.

[griswold3]

Power play???
What exactly would happen if Dems refused to comply?

I appreciate the Reps in DC, keeping this on the front burner, though.
As an owner of a small trucking company, I can ill afford to wait until after the election/inauguration for a solution. Further passing on my expenses could cause a loss in my competitive edge.

[lormand]

I’m proud to say that my Congressman John Carter (R-Texas)is one of the leaders in this fight.

[A message]

Pelosi’s office could not be immediately reached for comment.

You don't say.

The Queen's book tour is a far more pressing issue for America right now.

I e-mailed the WH last week as well.

[IrishCatholic]

bookmark for later.

[BGHater]

Article II:

‘on extraordinary occasions, convene both Houses, or either of them, and in case of disagreement between them, with respect to the time of adjournment, he may adjourn them to such time as he shall think proper;’

[nralife]

“Bush still trying to get the Democrats to love him. He’s given up on the Republicans.”

I don’t know. This make McCain seem like less of a Bush 3rd term. It may be a smart move?

[FredZarguna]

nope.

Article II, Section 3: he may, on extraordinary Occasions, convene both Houses, or either of them, and in Case of Disagreement between them, with Respect to the Time of Adjournment, he may adjourn them to such Time as he shall think proper;

[DoughtyOne]

Bush could really strike a cord if he stated he would give up his trip to the Olympics to stay here and get this important business done.

He would have an easy out on attending the opening ceremonies. He would show initiative, and a disgust for Democrat leaders who fiddle while Rome burns.
He would inspire Americans to support domestic production.

Well, I guess shining the spotlight on communism and totalitarian leadership is just too good an opportunity to pass up. Say, anyone want to adopt a young female child? Angelina, wholesale pricing...

TS IR

[Shermy]

Zero leadership from Bush.