One of the main talking points of those who argue that we need to cut taxes for rich people is that rich people will leave the country if we don’t. Why will rich people leave? Because unlike all the irresponsible deadbeats who don’t pay much in taxes, the story goes, rich people are smart, independent, and resourceful, [...]
Continue reading …via wuft.org As Michelle Obama made her way into the Stephen C. O’Connell Center, she stopped to give both Anna’ and her sister, Ji-Reh, 8, a hug before the first lady made her way to the stage. Obama spoke to a crowd of 10,225 Monday afternoon, according to staff at the O’Connell Center. She encouraged [...]
Continue reading …(Thinkprogress)At a press conference tonight, Romney stood by controversial comments he made at a private fundraiser in May, saying that his remarks were “not elegantly stated” and spoken “off the cuff.” Romney took just three questions. From reporter Holly Bailey, who was on the scene: I hope the American people are paying attention to all [...]
Continue reading …In scandalous video obtained by Mother Jones Mitt Romney Expresses His contempt and disdain for the “47% of americans that don’t pay taxes ” He says There are 47 percent of the people who will vote for the president no matter what. All right, there are 47 percent who are with him, who are [...]
Continue reading …President Obama pushed back against Mitt Romney’s accusation that his administration mishandled its response to the Libya crisis, noting that Romney bungled basic facts in his Tuesday night statement. “There’s a broader lesson to be learned here: Governor Romney seems to have a tendency to shoot first and aim later and as president one of [...]
Continue reading …Oops! It looks like Mitt Romney may have to end his campaign earlier than expected! During a campaign stop in New Hampshire which happened in December 2011, Mitt Romney decided to stop by Vietnam War veteran Bob Garon’s breakfast table to have a chat. What we didn’t expect is the level of awkwardness which ensues [...]
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