House Democrats to Obama: No

Defiance.

Defying President Obama, House Democrats voted Thursday not to bring up the tax package that he negotiated with Republicans in its current form.

"This message today is very simple: That in the form that it was negotiated, it is not acceptable to the House Democratic caucus. It's as simple as that," said Democratic Congressman Chris Van Hollen.

"We will continue to try and work with the White House and our Republican colleagues to try and make sure we do something right for the economy and right for jobs, and a balanced package as we go forward," he said.

In addition, pushing back now only makes Obama look more weak, as Karl Rove argues in his column today. It also strengthens the GOP, since they now have the opportunity to pass a less Democrat-friendly bill when they take control of the House next month.

I certainly hope Obama's press-conference admonishing of the left felt good, because it sure didn't do much to help him pass a popular piece of legislation in a House controlled by his own party.

Last year, Nancy Pelosi and the Democrats gave you ObamaCare for Christmas. This year, they're giving you higher taxes. You're welcome, America!

posted by Slublog at 12:05 PM

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