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Obama says Republicans blocking his efforts to fight economic inequality
The Hill ^ | 9/15/13 | Mike Lillis

Posted on 09/15/2013 11:32:15 AM PDT by Nachum

The president has powers to fight income inequality, President Obama argued in an interview broadcast Sunday, adding that Republicans in Congress have hobbled his efforts to do it. Appearing on ABC´s "This Week" program, Obama acknowledged that the wealthiest Americans have benefited disproportionately from the economic recovery of recent years. But he was quick to add that much of that trend is due to globalization, technology and, not least, the GOP´s opposition to his economic agenda – all factors he suggested are beyond his control. "I think the president can stop it," Obama said, when asked about the growing income

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To: publius911
economic inequality

The primary difference between liberals and conservatives, this really boils it down to a nutshell:

Conservatives believe in equality of opportunity.

Liberals believe in equality of outcome.

61 posted on 09/15/2013 9:14:31 PM PDT by dfwgator
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To: Nachum

even some in his own party are starting to back away from the destruction he is causing.


62 posted on 09/16/2013 4:05:14 AM PDT by GailA (THOSE WHO DON'T KEEP PROMISES TO THE MILITARY, WON'T KEEP THEM TO U!)
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To: GailA
even some in his own party are starting to back away from the destruction he is causing.

As I read your comment, the very next thread was:

Lindsey Graham: Obama was ‘compelling’

So, while some in his own party may be starting to back away, not to worry; he's replacing them with members from the 'other' party.

63 posted on 09/16/2013 4:13:26 AM PDT by liberalh8ter (The only difference between flash mob 'urban yutes' and U.S. politicians is the hoodies.)
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To: liberalh8ter

Gramme sty is not a ce derivative gpp


64 posted on 09/17/2013 3:45:35 AM PDT by GailA (THOSE WHO DON'T KEEP PROMISES TO THE MILITARY, WON'T KEEP THEM TO U!)
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To: SoFloFreeper

As long as they do no harm with their wealth. Look up Gates & Common Core he is backing it & no matter what lobs say 2+2 does NOT = 5 or 6 or 7.


65 posted on 09/17/2013 3:49:34 AM PDT by GailA (THOSE WHO DON'T KEEP PROMISES TO THE MILITARY, WON'T KEEP THEM TO U!)
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To: SoFloFreeper

As long as they do no harm with their wealth. Look up Gates & Common Core he is backing it & no matter what lobs say 2+2 does NOT = 5 or 6 or 7.


66 posted on 09/17/2013 3:49:35 AM PDT by GailA (THOSE WHO DON'T KEEP PROMISES TO THE MILITARY, WON'T KEEP THEM TO U!)
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To: SoFloFreeper

As long as they do no harm with their wealth. Look up Gates & Common Core he is backing it & no matter what lobs say 2+2 does NOT = 5 or 6 or 7.


67 posted on 09/17/2013 3:49:46 AM PDT by GailA (THOSE WHO DON'T KEEP PROMISES TO THE MILITARY, WON'T KEEP THEM TO U!)
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did anyone ask him what “economic equality” is and why do we need the government to enforce it. this is the Limbaugh Theorem in action.
He’s “fighting” Washington when he is Washington.


68 posted on 09/17/2013 3:52:48 AM PDT by newnhdad (Our new motto: USA, it was fun while it lasted.)
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