Dems hammer Boehner for hypocrisy on safety-net programs

[cal04]

http://thehill.com/homenews/house/193233-dems-hammer-boehner-for-hypocrisy-on-safety-net-programs

House Democrats charged Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) this week with talking out of both sides of his mouth when it comes to congressional efforts to fight poverty.

The lawmakers contend Boehner's recent remarks in support of low-income safety-net programs are hypocritical in the face of the GOP's hopes to slash funding for the same initiatives.

"This Congress has continuously attacked poor people," Rep. James McGovern (D-Mass.) told The Hill. "Republicans believe you can cut programs that help poor people and there will be no political consequences."

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"They're trying to use compassionate words to disguise the fact that their policies are anything but compassionate," McGovern said.

[Vincardog]

1. Bout TIME

[Andy823]

2. Does Boehner have a challenger next year?

It would be nice to see him "lose" his job after all he has done to make sure those who need jobs in this country are not able to get them!

[Angry Dragon]

3. I guess drunks don't make good Speakers

[gordianot]

6. Boner has his preference of hammers that helps him ease his pain.

[rhett o rick]

4. Doesnt matter. According to the Diebold voting machine in his district, he already has won. nm

[butterfly77]

5. kick