So, they’re going home for Christmas without extending the unemployment benefits? That won’t sit well with anyone who’s not going to get another check no matter what party they’re for.
With that said, every bill should stand on its own. No riders.
Second, why do we need new laws? Congress has been making laws for more than 200 years. Don’t we have enough? Congress should be in session for two reasons. One, the budget. And two, to approve or deny appointments.
Everyone is missing a critical point. A 2-month extension on the payroll tax and unemployment benefits means nothing good for the economy, and BO has enraged his base on Keystone.
The 2-month trigger means that the entire debate will occur again, and the GOP will demonstrate that it cares about jobs, and BO doesn’t.
Obama got rolled. He only cares about getting to Hawaii.