Posted on 10/08/2015 9:36:59 AM PDT by dragnet2
WASHINGTON — Representative Kevin McCarthy on Thursday abruptly took himself out of the race to succeed John A. Boehner as speaker, apparently undone by the same forces that drove Mr. Boehner to resign.
(Excerpt) Read more at nytimes.com ...
Yep.
One thing I believe all republicans can agree on is the need to get their financial house in order. So, one of the two things I would recommend the Freedom Caucus hold out for is: significant spending cuts as part of the upcoming continuing resolution. Avoid specific programs, instead go for general cuts for example ask to remove the Stimulus from the baseline or just remove growth.
The second thing the Freedom Caucus should hold out for is: a process change. Delegation of authority is good, but, they need to put an end to these omnibus budget bills. We need a budget process that communicates the details to the American people is line with the constitution and produces efficient government.
Finally, I would also suggest they go with an interim Speaker. Unite behind anyone committed to the goals. I would suggest Newt, but, would love to see Trump.
And make it happen fast.
A strategy of making Obamna veto legislation would not only help the Republicans in Congress, but the presidential candidates as well.
It’s not under the rules it’s under the Constitution.
FOX News continues to be such a GOPe joke
He just declared on national TV he’s staying till someone has the votes
Could be till next election even
Even Boehner told McCarthy to stop screwing Ellmere when McCathy became Majority Leader.
Boehner has got to go. There is no reason for postponement.
Once the chair has been vacated a Speaker pro-tempore can be appointed. (I'm uncertain as to the procedure and I am researching and reading the House Manual)
The only conceivable reason for Boehner to postpone election is because his anointed candidate has dropped out.
Actually, there is no requirement that the Speaker be a member of Congress.
NYT says “Undone by the forces”
Yep.
About time!
Absolutely! That's why I mentioned him, but you're right, that's not commonly known.
And furthermore, he wouldn't just be hardover on the 2nd amendment. He would hold a Planned Parenthood defunding vote, an ACTUAL RECORDED VOTE, not a voice vote, in which he'd bring in huge screens with Gonzo-size speakers and play those Planned Parenthood undercover videos on the big screen in front of all the assembled members DURING the vote. Then Democrats will be ON RECORD voting for the dismemberment of babies at taxpayer expense, and it would make great fodder for the next anti-PP campaign to follow.
Ted Nugent for speaker, YES!
Winner!
Under the Constitution it has to be Nugent.
If you read I acknowledged my error several posts ago.
The Freedom caucus is driving this...and I am glad to see it.
They are uniting behind their man, Webster, and without their votes, no other candidate can win the Speaker
It’s time we get someone in as Speaker who is willing to take the fight to this malicious, anti-American administration.
Then let it serve as a sign to the Senate and what is awaiting them if they do not fight themselves. Cruz and a couple of others have been showing the way...but McConnell needs to go too.
Draft Newt!
“Buckhead “ from FR outed
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