[sr4402]

They are afraid that, if they cut spending, that the mob will hang them from lampposts.

They are afraid if they oppose anything, the Democrats will balk and a TAX INCREASE will cause the People to Vote Democratic.

A Tax Increase in two weeks would change the entire game.

[yoe]

"A Tax Increase in two weeks would change the entire game.

Obama Seeks New Taxes on Rich A1

Front page of WSJ today.