The bipartisan commission on the budget finally reached an agreement on what can be cut to balance the budget. Many items have proved contentious, so agreement has been difficult to reach.
Democrats and union leaders objected to any cuts in Medicare and Social Security, while Republicans dismissed any idea of new taxes. There has also been a tug of war over items like the child tax credit and deductions for mortgage payments. Farm subsidies are another area so entrenched that eliminating them is a hopeless endeavor.
Every senator and representative agreed that earmarks need to be abolished, that is, except for their earmarks, which were obviously essential.
Finally, after sifting through 843,219 government programs, the committee has found something they can cut with minimal objection. So, they believe they can soon start cutting our massive deficit.
However, unwed mother, Polish immigrants will no longer get subsidized polka lessons.
Let the austerity begin.
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