Republicans Vote to Slash the Federal Budget
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In Bahrain early this morning, soldiers fired shotguns, tear gas and concussion grenades down on pro-democracy protesters sleeping in Pearl Square. At least five people where killed. The military then seized control, backed by tanks and armored personnel carriers. Running street battles continued in Yemen’s capitol city, and Libyan police cracked down on a so-called “day of rage.”
Guests:
- Cameron Abadi: Associate Editor, Foreign Policy Magazine
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Republicans Vote to Slash the Federal Budget ()
Republicans are trying to make good on the promises that gave them control of the House of Representatives-- planning action on 600 amendments to this year’s budget before taking off for the Presidents’ Day weekend. Will the Senate and the White House allow 100 billion dollars in spending reductions? Would they make a dent in the deficit?
Guests:
- Glenn Kessler: Diplomatic Correspondent, Washington Post, @GlennKesslerWP
- Philip Klein: Washington Correspondent, American Spectator, @philipaklein
- Sal Russo: Chief Strategist, Tea Party Express, @OurCountryPAC
- David Frum: Editor, FrumForum.com, @davidfrum
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Guests:
- Mary Spicuzza: State Government Reporter, Wisconsin State Journal, @MSpicuzzaWSJ
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