The counter argument there is, I believe, that simplifying the tax code allows corps to spend less on accountants and save on overhead for things like... paper and ink. So that they can then redirect those costs to expansion efforts or something.
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The counter argument there is, I believe, that simplifying the tax code allows corps to spend less on accountants and save on overhead for things like... paper and ink. So that they can then redirect those costs to expansion efforts or something.
speculawyer
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C'mon now. Romney said he would cut Big Bird and Planned Parenthood! Those are cuts.
Of course we'll end up with a less educated population and lots of extra babies that people were not ready for such that welfare roles will swell!
Officerrob
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Bullshit. Bush had a favorability of close to 80% among Republicans when he left office. The party couldn't get further away from Bush because he was toxic with independents, but Republican voters stayed in lock step, just like they have about Romney and Ryan not losing the last two debates.
Black Mamba
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No, this goes along with what I said.
If he reduces taxes by 20% then nothing changes in terms of how much each bloc pays into income taxes. They're still paying 60% of the income taxes, it's just the pie shrunk.
Do note how he said "income taxes," since he ignored the repeal of things like the estate tax.
Link
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Don't worry, those single moms will end up in his binder and be allowed to leave at 5pm to cook dinner.
Mgoblue201
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Anyone who has been paying attention knows what Obama wants to do in a second term: pass the DREAM Act, pass his jobs act, pass an energy bill (like the cap and trade that has already come up for a vote), and reach a "grand bargain" on deficit reduction.
Bullshit. Bush had a favorability of close to 80% among Republicans when he left office
Does President Bush hold the record for largest gap between highest and lowest approval ratings for any president?
Anyone else see how democrats rally for the country in time of crisis? I'm sure republicans would do the same..... O wait......Bullshit. Bush had a favorability of close to 80% among Republicans when he left office
Mercury Fred
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The soulless triumvirate. Horrifying.
His dad had approval ratings in the 90%'s in 1991, just one year later in 1992 it fell to the 30's.
But didn't bush have a high of 90% after 9/11 and a low of like 25 right before the election in 2008?
Half and half
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Has this been posted yet? Romney encouraging business owners to pass their political views onto their employees.
http://thinkprogress.org/election/2012/10/17/1037881/leaked-audio-romney-employers/
He doesn't tell them to pass along Pro-Romney views. But still a little sketchy.
http://thinkprogress.org/election/2012/10/17/1037881/leaked-audio-romney-employers/
He doesn't tell them to pass along Pro-Romney views. But still a little sketchy.
speculawyer
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to confuse people about trick down economics
if this becomes a thing, I'm going to rage
Yup, his plan is the same as it has always been. Lets hope that he can actually get his plan through congress this time (end the fillibuster, reid!)
I really dont get how some people can say that Romney has a plan or a more specific plan for the future than Obama. His whole plan boils down to the 5 point plan and I know how to get things done
1. Energy independence - simply absurd considering there is a global market. We arent going to become energy independent by using up fossil fuels. The only way we become energy independent is through green energy and that will take a while
2. Skills to succeed - So cut teachers, education and all of that somehow gets us more skilled workers?
3. Opening up markets - Any republican or democrat will do this
4. Cutting the deficit - good luck doing that with a tax plan that doesnt add up
5. Championing small businesses - I liked Obama's point about how small businesses wont have access to Romney's tax deduction for companies that make money overseas
humoring the token conservative.
speculawyer
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Bush 1's problem was that he lost Republicans. That's because Bush 1 actually did something responsible to close the deficit. He was never forgiven for raising taxes despite his pledge "Read my lips . . . no new taxes."
jamesinclair
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Bullshit. Bush had a favorability of close to 80% among Republicans when he left office. The party couldn't get further away from Bush because he was toxic with independents, but Republican voters stayed in lock step, just like they have about Romney and Ryan not losing the last two debates.
Hold on a second, far right of the graph there.....
When the economy cratered, GOP approval of Bush ROSE?
They just hated those bank bailouts so MUCH! They could just burst.
Now I expect a bizarre fanfic about how Romney's wife was so crestfallen by his awful debate performance that she won't give him nookie for the rest of their lives.
Tell us what you see in this picture, PD. Let us hear your thoughts.
Half and half
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"Williard Romney, don't you dare fuck this up for me."
gas prices went down.
KT, then why did you propose it was a draw? You believe MR won, and public opinion concludes BO won. You presented an answer which few support.
Also, I concur diverse opinions make the place more interesting, although your assessment of this thread is erroneous. However, not all differing opinions are created equal. Trust me.
Oh god, this makes sense. Man, we need to get people onto electric cars just to stop the schizophrenic energy policy games.
That Ohio rally for Obama looks like they had a crazy turnout.
14k so say reports.
california doesn't matter so californians don't really care.
Romney got about 13k in Ohio last week. Crowd sizes aren't really a good way to gauge much of anything. And Palin was getting Obama sized turnout in 2008 no?
They've been pushing absentee ballots for early voters, IIRC.
Officerrob
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Even when the economy is crashing, Republicans won't admit their guy sucks. Kinda puts the Romney/Ryan tied the last two debates narrative into perspective
Hahaha
Tearful Mitt Romney Announces He Has Rare Disease Where You Can't Sit Quietly On Stool When Repeatedly Asked To
Tearful Mitt Romney Announces He Has Rare Disease Where You Can't Sit Quietly On Stool When Repeatedly Asked To
http://www.theonion.com/articles/tearful-mitt-romney-announces-he-has-rare-disease,29959/
Byakuya769
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"Mitt, you're an amazing humorist, but you will not joke your way out of this embarrassment."
Big difference is before and after the rallys Obama's people have people early vote or register to vote. Romney does not have nearly the capabilities in the field for this. Its part of the reason Obama is killing in early voting in IA and OH
thecouncil
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i dunno. some people will say anything if they think theyre going to end up on tv.
We the purple? What the hell was that?
I am looking forward to see how many people have voted in the next Ohio PPP poll. I assume it's not a linear relationship between time and population (ie last week 20% had voted, this week 40%) because there is probably early adopter boost...like video games.
Also, Trip Romney...or Trigg...or Tag...or Chester...whatever your name is...point collar with buttons and tie...no.
Also, Trip Romney...or Trigg...or Tag...or Chester...whatever your name is...point collar with buttons and tie...no.
I note that the candidates switched tie colors from the first debate and also switched awesomeness levels.
Let's see if they both wear red ties on Monday.
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RustyNails
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Please watch and do tell us what Malcolm X taught Obama about nation of Islam and how Obama is now the secret nation leader and right hand of Louis Farrakhan Jr.
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