My take... this has really blindsided those fat, happy oinkers up there in DC. It's like a 90 mile per hr. fast ball upside the noggin. And I agree, with James G. Doesn't matter which side of the trough they are on, if their largess (which they bestow upon each other or themselves or on the friends/family plan), is threatened - look out!!

It's way past time We People rout them out, but 1st we must make sure we mean business (not as usual 😡). That means taking time to write letters, emails, make calls, talk to neighbors, or better yet have a block party or gathering. Express your concerns but don't make it an either/or. You could be surprised. I was in my bank the other day and got to talking with the young teller. We shared several of the same concerns. I truly believe if they get the idea we are slacking, that will allow a signal of doing less, having less concern, ie., staying on the gravy train.