In the wake of the 16-day federal government shutdown, which, by early estimates, destroyed $24 billion in economic growth and cost as many as 250,000 jobs lost, many hoped that the Republicans -- who are showing historically bad polling numbers -- would take the opportunity to reaffirm that they can lead by taking decisive action on the pressing
Was The Shutdown A Ploy To Derail Talks On Immigration Reform?
In an awfully convenient move, Republicans can now blame Democrats if the Congress punts on comprehensive reform.