ldyb2 wrote:
Looks like the Repubs have Obama by the 'short hairs'...folding in order to the get the debt ceiling raised???

If by "folding" you mean finally being honest about doing his job---then Obama is folding.  As with every other political calculation for Obama---this is not happening because he is honestly representing all Americans---he is just "folding" before the economic facts and recognition of most Amerians it is well past time to stop the irresponsible spending.

 The Conservatives and right wingers must be jumping up and down for joy..

Anyone concerned for the financial viability of the US economy and the future freedoms and financial opportunities of generations to come should "be jumping up and down for joy."  Finally the Socialist stampede of the Obama regime is bring brought into question.  Britain and the rest of Europe have alread gotten the message---it's just "Community Organizers" with no business or other practical experience that still don't "get it."