Let's keep reminding folks, they're not a party. They're simply conservative Republicans organized by Dick Armey, Gingrich's former deputy. And yeah, they're kind of nuts, and no one wants to call them out on it. This is the way great nations perish. Not with a socialist, but with a patriot.
Greg Valliere, Chief Political Strategist, Potomac Research Group:
It’s debatable whether a credit rating downgrade was warranted, but you have to conclude that the appalling indifference toward default – proudly embraced by a large percentage of House Republicans – surely spooked the S&P analysts.Do check the photo that goes along with the essay, it's a beaut.
How stupid and reckless is the Tea Party? In addition to shrugging off a default threat – or perhaps welcoming one – they believe austerity is the correct medicine for a weak economy!! Where did they study economics, in a cornfield outhouse??
It defies belief that Tea Party members actually think spending cuts will create jobs. No – spending cuts will eliminate jobs. The Know-Nothings don’t understand that, but hey — it’s good for my bonds !!
