Real Priorities

[XTC]

iThe owner of Democratic Underground posted this at DU, a lot of this stuff is from the democrats agenda for the 109th congress, it's good to see them using it strategically like this.:

Nuclear Option: What happens? (Democratic Agenda for America)
Edited on Mon Apr-25-05 08:40 AM by Skinner


I got this by email, so I will re-reprint in its entirety. These bills look like great stuff...

Nuclear Option: What happens?

As a matter of comity, the Minority in the Senate traditionally defers to the Majority in the setting of the agenda. If Bill Frist pulls the nuclear trigger, Democrats will show deference no longer.

Invoking a little-known Senate procedure called Rule XIV, last week Democrats put nine bills on the Senate calendar that seek to help America fulfill its promise.

If Republicans break the rules Democrats will use the rule to bring to the Senate floor an agenda that meets the needs of average Americans, such as lowering gas prices, reducing the cost of health care and helping veterans.

"Across the country, people are worried about things that matter to their families * the health of their loved ones, their child's performance in schools, and those sky high gas prices," said Senate Democratic Leader Harry Reid. "But what is the number one priority for Senate Republicans? Doing away with the last check on one-party rule in Washington to allow President Bush, Senator Frist and Tom Delay to stack the courts with radical judges. If Republicans proceed to pull the trigger on the nuclear option, Democrats will respond by employing existing Senate rules to push forward our agenda for America."

Democrats have introduced bills that address America's real challenges. (Details attached)

1. Women's Health Care (S. 844). "The Prevention First Act of 2005" will reduce the number of unintended pregnancies and abortions by increasing funding for family planning and ending health insurance discrimination against women.

2. Veterans' Benefits (S. 845). "The Retired Pay Restoration Act of 2005" will assist disabled veterans who, under current law, must choose to either receive their retirement pay or disability compensation.

3. Fiscal Responsibility (S. 851). Democrats will move to restore fiscal discipline to government spending and extend the
pay-as-you-go requirement.

4. Relief at the Pump (S. 847). Democrats plan to halt the diversion of oil from the markets to the strategic petroleum reserve. By releasing oil from the reserve through a swap program, the plan will bring down prices at the pump.

5. Education (S. 848). Democrats have a bill that will: strengthen head start and child care programs, improve elementary and secondary education, provide a roadmap for first generation and low-income college students, provide college tuition relief for students and their families, address the need for math, science and special education teachers, and make college affordable for all students.

6. Jobs (S. 846). Democrats will work in support of legislation that guarantees overtime pay for workers and sets a fair minimum wage.

7. Energy Markets (S. 870). Democrats work to prevent Enron-style market manipulation of electricity.

8. Corporate Taxation (S. 872). Democrats make sure companies pay their fair share of taxes to the U.S. government instead of keeping profits overseas.

9. Standing with our troops (S. 11). Democrats believe that putting America's security first means standing up for our troops and their families

"Abusing power is not what the American people sent us to Washington to do. We need to address real priorities instead -- fight for relief at the gas pump, stronger schools and lower health care costs for America's families," said Senator Reid.

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XTC Reviewed by XTC on 05-09-2005. Real Priorities iThe owner of Democratic Underground posted this at DU, a lot of this stuff is from the democrats agenda for the 109th congress, it's good to see them using it strategically like this.: Nuclear Option: What happens? (Democratic Agenda for America) Edited on Mon Apr-25-05 08:40 AM by Skinner I got this by email, so I will re-reprint in its entirety. These bills look like great stuff... Nuclear Option: What happens? Rating: 5

[Torog]

Howdy XTC,

The first thing that really stands out for me,in this 'agenda',is the tampering with the strategic oil reserve. There's a reason why it's called the strategic oil reserve,it ain't the handy-dandy lower the price of gas reserve..it's there for national defense purposes..not lower the price of gas or garner votes for democrappers. It's a classic example of how democrappers don't understand national security needs. We wouldn't be in this spot..if the environuts hadn't been so successful in preventing more refineries and drilling for gas and oil..our national security and national economy is worse off,because of the environuts.

The next thing,is the Head Start program,the liberals want to strengthen it,in an insidious way,by discriminating against folks of faith,claiming that Christianity,teaches war-like behaviour to children,no mention of what the koran instructs it's followers to do,like waging violent jihad against all infidels.

As for radical judges,that's just a load of bull,any judge,who adhere's to Biblical morality,is considered radical,by liberals. What liberals want.are judges who are little more than social engineers,ruling by fiat,forcing society and the victims of criminals,to accept their radical rulings,often made with deference towards criminals and for steppin around the will of the majority.

It's past time,to add more refineries and open up more land for drilling,the strategic reserve,needs to be added to,not diminished,new nuclear plants need to be built,as well..in order to break our dependence on foreign oil.

Have a good one....

[XTC]

But see... Religion has no place in politics none what so ever and it seems likethese radical judges implement religion into politics. And the Environuts... See they see the bigger picture if we dont care for the world now, it will be just as big as a threat as terrorism for future generations and you call us procastanters.

[amsterdam]

democrats support the troops?they just wont fund them?

democrats want to raise your taxes across the board and stop the economic growth.

[Torog]

But see... Religion has no place in politics none what so ever and it seems likethese radical judges implement religion into politics. And the Environuts... See they see the bigger picture if we dont care for the world now, it will be just as big as a threat as terrorism for future generations and you call us procastanters.

Howdy XTC,

I don't want a theocracy either,but I do prefer politicians and judges,that are God-fearing men or women,who err on the side of Life and protection of the traditional family and traditional values,and who respect the wishes of the people.

As for the environuts,if they really saw the big picture,they'd know that we must first survive as a nation,against our enemies..national defense first,enviromentalism and social engineering,need to come after our national defense is secured.

I'm curious,just what religious value,is it that you fear so much ?

Have a good one...

[Torog]

democrats support the troops?they just wont fund them?

democrats want to raise your taxes across the board and stop the economic growth.

Howdy amsterdam,

That's a big 10-4 ! The dim's agenda,is steeped in socialism and enviromentalism,as well as discriminating against folks of faith,most specifically,Christians.

Have a good one !

[XTC]

I dont fear religion. What I do fear are power hungry right ring chrisitians who think christianity will pave the way for a brighter tomorrow. Get real. And for the enviroment your saying pretty much Fuck it. You know who needs an atmosphere and all. We can make due. Its JUST the atmosphere.

[amsterdam]

global warming isnt as bad as people say.some studies that came out not long ago said it is ALOT better than you think.

i love the idiots who are against ANWAR oil digging and have no idea where or what kind of climate is there.too funny.or that we already dig there and the animal life has increased in that area.

[bhallg2k]

Man, it's getting really old trying to respond to all of this idiocy by right-wingers with whom not one eye or ear is open to anything other than their own misguided...

I give up.

Torog and amsterdam, why don't you guys find a third to round out the trio.

[amsterdam]

but i am not a right winger?i am a republican.