Republicans use rare tactic to block 2 Obama rules

Associated Press ^ | 2/16/12 | Staff

[Nachum]

Washington - Republicans in Congress are launching bids to nullify Obama administration rules that would speed up union elections and set new air pollution standards for the nation's oldest and dirtiest power plants. The rarely used tactic requires a simple majority for passage. Both have a chance at clearing the Senate, but a vote would force some Democrats to take a public stand on two volatile issues in an election year.

[WorkerbeeCitizen]

Good, get them on record

[mongo141]

GOOD Hold the Socialist Bass Turds feet to the fire!

[BfloGuy]

I’m glad to read this. Both of these new regulations are devastating for American business. I will watch with interest how this plays out.

[Colonial Warrior]

[austinaero]

I hope this is true but have been disappointed about the lack of cajones possessed by the GOP,,it’s like they share one set and the pair are never in the same place at once,,,so sad.

[Lazlo in PA]

I see. When the GOP does something to effect legislation, it is a “tactic”. When the Rats do something totally unconstitutional, it is a “time honored tradition”. Thanks AP. You suck.

[itsahoot]

Rare Tactic=Faking opposition, instead of actually making a stand.

[upchuck]

Kudos to those seeking to reinstate reason and common sense.

However, consider this sentence from the article:

But even if the resolutions pass, they will be subject to a likely presidential veto.

How unfortunate.

[RedMDer]

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Freepers! Come on! Day 47 of the Freepathon and only 44 days until the start of the next. What will you do and where will you go if it goes? All contributions are for the Current Quarter Expenses. Click here or mail checks to: Free Republic, LLC - PO Box 9771 - Fresno, CA 93794

[mrsmith]

You mis-typed.
The article reads:

“Both have only a small chance of clearing the Senate”

Harry won’t allow a vote at all IMO.