Boehner Statement Opposing House Democrats’ “Stimulus” Legislation
GOP Leader: Dems’ Plan “Asks taxpayers to bankroll more and more federal spending that we simply cannot afford. It’s pure politics.”
WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Republican Leader John Boehner (R-OH) today issued the following statement opposing the Democrats’ “stimulus” plan that is due for a vote in the House later today:
“During these days of incredible economic uncertainty, now is not the time to bring a massive $60 billion monstrosity to the House floor – particularly since this proposal was introduced just hours ago. Saddling taxpayers with tens of billions in unscrutinized spending simply to fulfill an election year agenda is the height of irresponsibility. House Republicans have said, time and time again, that the very best way to stimulate the economy is by blocking the Democrats’ largest tax hike in American history, reining-in wasteful Washington spending, and passing a comprehensive energy plan to help lower gas prices. This legislation does none of that. Instead, it asks taxpayers to bankroll more and more federal spending that we simply cannot afford. It’s pure politics.”
http://michellemalkin.com/2008/09/26/kill-the-democrat-stimulus-palooza-bill-house-votes-today/
