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In reply to the discussion: Link to Robert Reich's petition to President Obama : [View all]bjobotts
(9,141 posts)25. Why is Obama ignoring the will of the majority
There is overwhelming support behind making no cuts to SS or Medicare...overwhelming support in fact to strengthen these programs. Needed revenue can be obtained from a number of sources without breaking the backs of the elderly and the poor.
Obama must call republicans out when they completely ignore the $1.3 trillion in spending cuts he has already agreed to when these repubs say no new revenue...the majority of Americans completely agree with Obama in doing so. Why is he not listening...
Chained CPI, Keystone XL. Medicare cuts???wtf Mr. President...Listen to your supporters...they are all saying the same thing...Listen.
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I will support this effort but think it will not affect Obama who has clearly made up his mind.
rhett o rick
Apr 2013
#4
He can't be concerned about our retirements when he has to make sure his own is secure.
dflprincess
Apr 2013
#11
Point well taken .. but we have to fight very hard .. and speak very loud .. hit the streets of DC
YOHABLO
Apr 2013
#13
We need to think very hard about who we will run in 2016. The ruling elite are going to
rhett o rick
Apr 2013
#22
that's badass. By monday, the White House will have to adress this concern among the base.
Volaris
Apr 2013
#14
I never thought I'd have to sign a petition to try and stop a Democratic president from cutting SS.
bluethruandthru
Apr 2013
#36