Reply #9: This is flat-out shameful and completely unnecessary.

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Lately, I've been asking myself over and over how the republicons in charge can be so cruel and uncaring. Seriously--how?? Somewhere they checked their hearts and souls at the door, sold out to money and sold the rest of us down the river. I know--that's not news, and I don't really expect answers. I hold out hope, not sure why anymore, because if I don't, I see absolutely no future. The "trickle down" effect of this CMS action is mindboggling. Not only are those most in need tossed to the curb, but those who have devoted their lives to helping them are tossed away as well. Jobless numbers will soar. And as you point out, no money will be saved for taxpayers because all the benefits go to the rich and powerful who care nothing about us. Nothing.

Cruel and uncaring...cruel and uncaring...that's my mantra now. I'm in my 70s and have never felt so hopeless and helpless. Shame on everyone, dems and repukes, for letting this happen.

Tired Old Cynic