Lots of comments posted on this page. Search for "Econ101" and "garylyn" to find my comments. I have posted here a surprisingly extensive explanation of how i became a libertarian.
excerpt:
"How's this for a simple GOP strategy to avoid blame for fiscal-cliff tax-rate increases and seize the public relations initiative from an overconfident president?
Pass two simple bills in the House. Bill A extends current tax rates for those with incomes of $250,000 or less. Bill B extends current tax rates for all the rest. Keep both bills just that simple - include nothing else in either one. Both will pass in the House thanks to the Republican majority.
As the bills are moving to the Senate, Speaker Boehner holds a press conference and begins with a short address to the American public to promote both bills.
First, Boehner points out that Bill A should pass the Senate promptly and be signed by the president. Reid and Obama have promised as much. Second, the Speaker points out that Bill B will be likely be blocked in the Senate and/or on the president's desk. Reid and Obama have (virtually) promised to do that too.
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