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Title: LaHood Blames His Former GOP Colleagues For FAA Impasse
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THE HILL
URL Source: http://thehill.com/blogs/transporta ... gop-colleagues-for-faa-impasse
Published: Aug 3, 2011
Author: Bob Cusack
Post Date: 2011-08-03 11:38:32 by Brian S
Keywords: None
Views: 57625
Comments: 99
Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood on Wednesday blamed "one or two people who wouldn't compromise" for the impasse in Congress that has led to a partial shutdown of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). LaHood, a Republican who served in the House, called in to C-SPAN's "Washington Journal" show to rip Congress for not passing an FAA reauthorization bill before recessing for the summer. LaHood did not specify the one or two people he was talking about, but praised Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) for putting aside his state and ego to resolve the stalemate. He said Reid was willing to move a House-passed bill through the Senate even though it would have cut funding for an airport in Nevada. Reid "stood tall," LaHood said. Throughout the interview, LaHood pointed the finger at Republicans for being "stubborn," saying the failure of Congress has led to the loss of 4,000 jobs at FAA and 70,000 construction employees to stop working. Asked if there is any chance that there could be a breakthrough before next month, an exasperated LaHood said, "The answer is no." He explained that an act of Congress is needed, adding that unanimous consent would be required in the House and Senate. Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) has indicated he won't let that happen, LaHood claimed. However, a spokesman for Boehner said Wednesday said the problem was the Democratically-controlled Senate. “The only reason 80,000 jobs are at stake is that Senate Democratic Leaders chose to play politics rather than keep their word and pass the House bill," Boehner spokesman Michael Steel said in a statement. "That’s indefensible, and they should end this crisis immediately.” LaHood suggested he will be spending August criticizing Congress in the hopes that the situation will be quickly resolved when lawmakers return in September. He repeatedly mocked legislators for going on "their vacation" and not adhering to their own rhetoric on jobs. While pointing out that Sen. Tom Coburn (R-Okla.) and other Senate Republicans objected to an unanimous consent request on the FAA bill Tuesday, LaHood praised Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas) for her work on the measure.
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#59. To: Liberator (#39)
Back attcha dude.
"...all of the equations in neoclassical economics are rubbish. The differential equations describe nothing. Economics is not about mathematics, it is about the human being." Sandeep Jaitly
Actually Japanese manufacturing adopted a management theory developed by an American. So was it arrogance, stupidity, entitlement, or just Commie underpinnings that undermined the American model?
#1. To: Goldi-Lox (#0) I used the wrong link. yukon posted on 2011-03-27 1:40:47 ET
For some odd reason, you wanna keep on mentioning "detox" (cough, cough.) I've mentioned it exactly twice,
OUCH!! Somebody call in a medivac.
#1. To: Goldi-Lox (#0) I used the wrong link. yukon posted on 2011-03-27 1:40:47 ET
Yeah, that's the propaganda your handlers feed you - first they tell you what you heard, and then they tell you what it means.
"...all of the equations in neoclassical economics are rubbish. The differential equations describe nothing. Economics is not about mathematics, it is about the human being." Sandeep Jaitly
Consecutively. Wanna try for a third mention?
#1. To: Goldi-Lox (#0) I used the wrong link. yukon posted on 2011-03-27 1:40:47 ET
Medevac is the preferred spelling, as in medical evacuation.
All we have to do is...look around and ask other people what THEY think. We ARE cratered. That WAS 0bama's Plan. Mission: ACCOMPLISHED. Why and how do you delude yourself otherwise? Things are VERY unstable. BY DESIGN. Many MANY people are preparing themselves for utter chaos and anarchy.
#1. To: Goldi-Lox (#0) I used the wrong link. yukon posted on 2011-03-27 1:40:47 ET
I'm off to lunch. Later 'gator.
Oh, I forgot - you are our resident Spelling Master here. Thanks, Fred.
#1. To: Goldi-Lox (#0) I used the wrong link. yukon posted on 2011-03-27 1:40:47 ET
Wanna try for a third mention? If it's indicated I might mention it a hundred times. So what?
"Your Honor the statement is incompetent, irrelevant, and immaterial!" I used to watch Perry Mason.
"...all of the equations in neoclassical economics are rubbish. The differential equations describe nothing. Economics is not about mathematics, it is about the human being." Sandeep Jaitly
It's not my business what your AA guru suggests is "normal." Your full recovery is what's important here.
#1. To: Goldi-Lox (#0) I used the wrong link. yukon posted on 2011-03-27 1:40:47 ET
Arrogance and greed in the ruling, and ruling class wannabes.
"...all of the equations in neoclassical economics are rubbish. The differential equations describe nothing. Economics is not about mathematics, it is about the human being." Sandeep Jaitly
You seem to be the expert on that here.
I'm just an observer.... And just let me say that I'm proud of you for getting this far.
#1. To: Goldi-Lox (#0) I used the wrong link. yukon posted on 2011-03-27 1:40:47 ET
Will you concede the same also of Union drones?
#1. To: Goldi-Lox (#0) I used the wrong link. yukon posted on 2011-03-27 1:40:47 ET
Capitalism has totally corrupted our country. It's funny how the Tea Bagger types always express longing for the return to the more idyllic, pastoral type of life in the US...... when mercantilism was the primary economic system.
A drone has no power.
"...all of the equations in neoclassical economics are rubbish. The differential equations describe nothing. Economics is not about mathematics, it is about the human being." Sandeep Jaitly
Why do you hate the average American working stiff trying to make a better living for his/her family?
They've been convinced that little people making as much money as they can is stealing while the wealthy are worth every penny they acquire (can't bring myself to say earned).
"...all of the equations in neoclassical economics are rubbish. The differential equations describe nothing. Economics is not about mathematics, it is about the human being." Sandeep Jaitly
His betters have played a masterful game of "Let's You and Him Fight". Liberator is doing his bit for the class war.
"...all of the equations in neoclassical economics are rubbish. The differential equations describe nothing. Economics is not about mathematics, it is about the human being." Sandeep Jaitly
Maybe I should give ol Libby a 'tick tock'. LOL
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"...all of the equations in neoclassical economics are rubbish. The differential equations describe nothing. Economics is not about mathematics, it is about the human being." Sandeep Jaitly
.......And send out of the country. But the argument will be it's the citizens' fault for wanting a piece of the pie that they've made. And by the citizens' own greediness they MADE third world crap holes more attractive places to do business (as long as the world's most expensive military is around to keep the peace and make the rules).
I agree - the average American worker IS a "stiff." And he's been conditioned to feel an entitled one at that.
Though Bobby Sherman and David Cassidy are DREAMY, America is NOT my kind of place anymore!!
Aaah, but but like zombies, collectively they DO, don't they? (didn't you see 'Night of the Living Dead'?
Though Bobby Sherman and David Cassidy are DREAMY, America is NOT my kind of place anymore!!
Since admittedly it was the average working stiff who actually built this country and has always supplied the vast majority of warm bullet stopping bodies, just why do you think they shouldn't be entitled to a bigger piece of the pie? Mexico really sounds like your Shangri-La. They have healthcare there too so your diabetes can be better managed which evidently it's not now.
I couldn't eat fried chicken for weeks after seeing that movie as a kid...
America...My Kind Of Place... "I truly am not that concerned about [bin Laden]..." "THE MILITIA IS COMING!!! THE MILITIA IS COMING!!!" I lurk to see if someone other than Myst or Pookie posts anything...
No, elitism, communism, humanism, cronyism, entitlements, and Godless-ness have corrupted this polyglot of selfish idiots, morons, and goofballs.
Though Bobby Sherman and David Cassidy are DREAMY, America is NOT my kind of place anymore!!
Lol... It sure scared the sh*t outta me.
Though Bobby Sherman and David Cassidy are DREAMY, America is NOT my kind of place anymore!!
Have YOU taken a bullet? Have YOU built this country? If YOU answered "YES" to either question, than YOU may have a legit beef.
Though Bobby Sherman and David Cassidy are DREAMY, America is NOT my kind of place anymore!!
Actually capitalism enabled all of the above and more, but you only make excuses for those preferred by the wealthy.
Have YOU built this country? If YOU answered "YES" to either question, than YOU may have a legit beef. I have a legitimate beef by just being a taxpaying citizen. It's nice to see your hate for the First Amendment too.
So....capitalism ISN'T actually the reason you've been able to peck at your PC with a cup of coffee in relative security and comfort as you post at LF - while in retirement? BAD PIGGY CAPITALISM!! *sigh* The old USSR never knew they had it so good!!
Though Bobby Sherman is my hero and DREAMY, America is hijacked by Elites and Leftsist.
Sez WHO?? Denied. It's nice to see your hate for the First Amendment too. You mean I prevented you from typing your objection? Wow. I AM powerful!! Maybe I should be a member of 0bama's Cabinet or a Czar!!
Though Bobby Sherman is my hero and DREAMY, America is hijacked by Elites and Leftists.
You are...insane.
Though Bobby Sherman is my hero and DREAMY, America is hijacked by Elites and Leftists.
BAD PIGGY CAPITALISM!! *sigh* The old USSR never knew they had it so good!! So what other economic system is currently in vogue here? You insinuate there is a choice. And really... Mexico has what you need, healthcare and a ruling oligarchy. It's got to be Libby utopia.
The poor workers in third world crap holes don't get a piece of the pie they make either.
"...all of the equations in neoclassical economics are rubbish. The differential equations describe nothing. Economics is not about mathematics, it is about the human being." Sandeep Jaitly
Ummm - this is real life, not a movie.
"...all of the equations in neoclassical economics are rubbish. The differential equations describe nothing. Economics is not about mathematics, it is about the human being." Sandeep Jaitly
As usual, you're wrong as hell, and dumb as sin.
#60. To: lucysmom (#57)
The NUMMI plant experiment proved that American union workers can produce a quality product and make a profit in the US using Japanese management theory.
#61. To: Liberator (#58)
Yeah, yeah - I did read the rest of your post, but was trying to save you from yourself...
#62. To: lucysmom (#59)
Back attcha dude.
#63. To: Liberator (#51)
That was his promise - even during his campaign, so no one should be surprised that we're being cratered.
#64. To: mininggold (#61)
I've mentioned it exactly twice,
#65. To: Liberator (#62)
#66. To: lucysmom (#63)
Yeah, that's the propaganda your handlers feed you - first they tell you what you heard, and then they tell you what it means.
#67. To: Liberator (#64)
#68. To: Fred Mertz (#65)
Medevac is the preferred spelling, as in medical evacuation.
#69. To: Liberator (#64)
Consecutively.
#70. To: Liberator (#53)
Contemplating my vocation because I oppose your advocacy of Unions and goob dronism had what to do with anything, Your Honor?
#71. To: mininggold (#69)
If it's indicated I might mention it a hundred times. So what?
#72. To: Liberator (#60)
So was it arrogance, stupidity, entitlement, or just Commie underpinnings that undermined the American model?
#73. To: Liberator (#71)
(Edited)
It's not my business what your AA guru suggests is "normal."
#74. To: mininggold (#73)
#75. To: lucysmom (#72)
Arrogance and greed in the ruling, and ruling class wannabes.
#76. To: lucysmom (#72)
Arrogance and greed in the ruling, and ruling class wannabes.
#77. To: Liberator (#75)
Will you concede the same also of Union drones?
#78. To: Liberator (#75)
Will you concede the same also of Union drones?
#79. To: mininggold (#76)
It's funny how the Tea Bagger types always express longing for the return to the more idyllic, pastoral type of life in the US...... when mercantilism was the primary economic system.
#80. To: mininggold, Liberator (#78)
Why do you hate the average American working stiff trying to make a better living for his/her family?
#81. To: lucysmom (#80)
His betters have played a masterful game of "Let's You and Him Fight". Liberator is doing his bit for the class war.
#82. To: mininggold (#81)
#83. To: lucysmom (#79)
They've been convinced that little people making as much money as they can is stealing while the wealthy are worth every penny they acquire (can't bring myself to say earned).
#84. To: mininggold (#78)
Why do you hate the average American working stiff...
#85. To: lucysmom (#77)
A drone has no power.
#86. To: Liberator (#84)
(Edited)
I agree - the average American worker IS a "stiff." And he's been conditioned to feel an entitled one at that.
#87. To: Liberator (#85)
--GW Bush
--Sarah Palin's version of "The Midnight Ride of Paul revere"
#88. To: mininggold (#76)
Capitalism has totally corrupted our country.
#89. To: war (#87)
I couldn't eat fried chicken for weeks after seeing that movie as a kid...
#90. To: mininggold (#86)
Since admittedly it was the average working stiff who actually built this country and has always supplied the vast majority of warm bullet stopping bodies, just why do you think they shouldn't be entitled to a bigger piece of the pie?
#91. To: Liberator (#88)
(Edited)
No, elitism, communism, humanism, cronyism, entitlements, and Godless-ness have corrupted this polyglot of selfish idiots, morons, and goofballs.
#92. To: Liberator (#90)
Have YOU taken a bullet?
#93. To: mininggold (#91)
Actually capitalism enabled all of the above, but you only make excuses for those preferred by the wealthy.
#94. To: mininggold (#92)
I have a legitimate beef by just being a taxpaying citizen.
#95. To: mininggold (#86)
Mexico really sounds like your Shangri-La.
#96. To: Liberator (#93)
So....capitalism ISN'T actually the reason you've been able to peck at your PC with a cup of coffee in relative security and comfort as you post at LF - while in retirement?
#97. To: Liberator (#94)
It's nice to see your hate for the First Amendment too.
#98. To: mininggold (#83)
But the argument will be it's the citizens' fault for wanting a piece of the pie that they've made. And by the citizens' own greediness they MADE third world crap holes more attractive places to do business...
#99. To: Liberator (#85)
Aaah, but but like zombies, collectively they DO, don't they? (didn't you see 'Night of the Living Dead'?
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