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Tag: votesBy JGillman, Section News
"Thou shalt not cut my constituents cash."
Ever the panderer for votes from the perpetual leeches of society, Gary Peters, demonstrates the truest progressive form of using his core constituency as a reason to advance politically. One wonders why Peters, a US Representative would weigh in on the governor's decision to sign welfare reform legislation saving the state hundreds of millions. I suppose he could be genuinely concerned about those who simply cannot provide for themselves because no one will hire at the inflated minimum wages those who have ZERO job skills. I guess that could be the reason. According to M-Live, he says: "Governor Snyder's decision to cut public assistance to families during this recession rather than helping them is misguided and ultimately will force families facing tough economic conditions into homelessness," Yeah, these people collecting it were perma-recipients. In Fact, some might have viewed those temporary support measures as 'entitlements'. I've been around long enough to see it in place, and abused more often than not. But while watching this hand unfold, do not forget the other. Peters first and foremost, is a man dedicated to himself, and his position of political relevance. This is about Gary, Gary Peters, and Congressman Gary Peter's future. Michigan losing congressional seats, and the perceived likelihood that in 2014, the current governor will have satisfied his bucket list wish, may say more than the current statements of this progressive lefty. Its an act. (6 comments) Comments >> By JGillman, Section Multimedia
I realize this is not Michigan "centric," but it is worthy of note. Many of you get the emails saying a bill is being held up, (I know I get them from both sides)and this might make it a little clearer what could be going on.
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