View: Spending opposition grows but bill advances
The House passed a 13 billion supplemental including 2.1 billion for Kosovo and 1.7 billion for Colombia amid bipartisan skepticism. Key amendments drew mixed votes as critics push for curbs and oversight while Senate action remains uncertain.
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Taxing time fuels debate on earned wealth and fairness
Cal Thomas argues against income redistribution blaming luck and government. He cites a 25 year old correspondent, Gephardt style depictions, and corporate blame shifting while warning of welfare erosion and a need for economics education from elementary school onward. He notes Gates stock drop and calls for personal financial literacy.
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Campaign finance reform hypocrisy critic by Thomas Lowell
Thomas Lowell argues that campaign finance reform favors incumbents and liberal media, boosts government power, and harms challengers. He contends reforms like McCain Feingold distort free speech, protect entrenched interests, and serve political figures like McCain rather than the public.
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