Tag Archives: Default

Rep. Langworthy on the debt default deal

Posted on May 29, 2023 by whungerford

The validity of the public debt of the United States, authorized by law … shall not be questioned.–Fourteenth Amendment The Fiscal Responsibility Act is a historic deal for American taxpayers that will get our country back on the path to … Continue reading →

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The Far Right Case for Default

Posted on May 15, 2023 by whungerford

The validity of the public debt of the United States, authorized by law … shall not be questioned.–Fourteenth Amendment In an opinion article in The New York Times, Michael W. McConnell, a senior fellow at the right-leaning Hoover Institution, argues … Continue reading →

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Brave or Foolish?

Posted on February 25, 2014 by whungerford

Some say smokers are brave. Knowingly, fearlessly facing early and unpleasant death, they remain calm and carefree.  Ought we celebrate their bravery or shake our heads at the foolishness? Similarly, Libertarians would take great risks with our economy. Experts say … Continue reading →

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The GOP reforms itself

Posted on February 24, 2014 by whungerford

Kathleen Parker, in a column printed today in the Elmira Star-Gazette, tells us there is a new GOP. The GOP is no longer the party of NO. The GOP is now unified around a positive program–repeal Obamacare! Her evidence–the vote … Continue reading →

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The GOP deserves defeat

Posted on February 19, 2014 by whungerford

Rep. Reed crows that he voted against raising the debt ceiling as if it were a badge of honor. He doesn’t mention default.  The United States has never defaulted on its debt, so the consequences are uncertain.  We have had … Continue reading →

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Tom Reed on Default

Posted on February 13, 2014 by whungerford

  Feb 13, 2014 REP. TOM REED STAFF IN FREDONIA FEBRUARY 21ST FOR OFFICE HOURS Feb 11, 2014 REED ANNOUNCES 2014 “HOUSE STEM APP CHALLENGE” Issues: Education Feb 10, 2014 REED ON CBO REPORT: FEWER JOBS, FEWER INSURED BECAUSE OF OBAMACARE … Continue reading →

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Business Leader Carl Hayden Endorses Martha Robertson for Congress, Joins Robertson in Denouncing Congressman Tom Reed’s Reckless Votes for Default and Shutdown

Posted on October 23, 2013 by pystew

 Hayden and Robertson Call on Reed Not to Threaten and Vote for U.S. Default and Shutdown Again   Elmira – Carl Hayden, business leader and former Chancellor of the NY State Board of Regents, endorsed Martha Robertson, Chair of the Tompkins … Continue reading →

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Rep. Tom Reed Votes “No” on Bill to Reopen Government, Avoid Default – WETM & other bits of news

Posted on October 17, 2013 by pystew

The following link will take you to the WETM-TV (Channel 18, Elmira). It contains Rep. Reed’s comments about why he voted AGAINST reopening the government and avoid default. It also includes Martha Robertson’s comments on Reed’s congressional actions. Rep. Tom … Continue reading →

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