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Compare facts on budget plans

Wed., Feb. 22, 2012

A suggestion since House Republicans “are preparing their version of Obama’s budget … ”: I would like to see one or more analysis articles outlining their proposals, including specific cuts, impact on government and individuals and benefits. In short, the pros and cons.

A similar analysis of President Barack Obama’s budget would be fair, and both would offer citizens a rational chance to compare proposed solutions.

The election year presents a chance to consider, fairly, two (at least) different and competing strategies. With so much at stake, voters should have the opportunity to inform themselves, and not just have inflated rhetoric as a basis to choose.

John Severinghaus

Spokane

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