hey repubs, here's what your hero Reagan had to say about the debt ceiling and

[cali]

government shutdowns:

"Unfortunately, Congress consistently brings the government to the edge of default before facing its responsibility. This brinkmanship threatens the holders of government bonds and those who rely on Social Security and veterans benefits. Interest rates would skyrocket, instability would occur in financial markets, and the federal deficit would soar. The United States has a special responsibility to itself and the world to meet its obligations. It means we have a well-earned reputation for reliability and credibility -- two things that set us apart from much of the world."

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http://www.latimes.com/opinion/topoftheticket/la-na-tt-government-by-extortion-20130926,0,7267622.story

[jsr]

1. Thugs don't care

[kairos12]

2. The government is the child, that is perfect.

[kairos12]

3. Raygun would have multiple challenges from the right from this mob

[pnwmom]

4. Yeah, that Tip O'Neill was such a hard negotiator. Made Reagan write thank you notes to Congress

before he'd support raising the debt ceiling.



http://www.democraticunderground.com/10023743027