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Silly season

21 Oct 2010 By James Pethokoukis

The UK s example notwithstanding, Washington isn t ready to slash spending. Democrats want to offer seniors a $250 Social Security bonus, while Republicans are criticizing healthcare cost cuts. The election pandering makes it harder for the next Congress to wield the blade.

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