Republicans have been making hay with this word. They have been claiming that it’s been uncertainty that has caused business to delay investment in new equipment and hiring of new employees. However, the idea of re-doing another federal debt limit hike debate in six months is not going to cause uncertainty does not seem to have crossed their minds. Or perhaps it has. After all the primary Republican mantra has been “we want lower taxes.”
The current “debate” has been the recent and primary cause of the hesitation that has been the driving force in both business and politics. Politicians fear they won’t be re-elected if they vote the wrong way. The problem is they do not know what their constituents want. Simultaneously investors are selling their stocks and bonds fearing that their investments may be in jeopardy.
It is indecision by our leaders that is most dismaying. This soap opera should end now but it won’t. Soap operas can last a life time. Perhaps Congress should appear on a national network under the name “Days of our Lives.” After all we are all wondering what will happen next. One thing is certain. If we miss a day or two it won’t really matter.
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