In Thursday's article it states that the Democrats would have preferred a larger bill, but
they had to agree to cut back on some programs in order to get three Republicans votes in the
Senate.
According to Harry Reid of Nevada "Legistation is the art of comprise"New York Times
and that's what they did. The final bill includes $507 billion in spending programs and $282
billion in tax relief. This relief would give families credits of up to $400 for individuals and $800
for families. It would also give recipents of social security up to $250 lump sum, a time deal. It
would also give government disabilty support.
Ms Pelosi stated at a news conference the delay helped the House Democrats win some final
concessions. She also stated that one of the priorties in the House was the strong commitment
to school construction, which is still in the bill.
This is very good news, there are so many schools that need construction and to be upgraded.
It has seem as though education is always getting cut. So it is really good to read and hear that
education is finally getting what it deserves. Children are entitled to learn in a well constructed
building where they can learn. We want children to love going to school, but we need to provide
them with the opportunity to learn in upgraded schools, we want to be able to bring out the
best in our children. After all, they are our future.
It is also great that we are getting tax relief. The way the economy is, the American people can\use every penny they could get.
Is this bill perfect, no. The reality is that nothing is perfect. It is a start. The sooner this billis signed the sooner we could start moving and get the American people back on their feet.
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