Budget Cuts Target Children and the Poor

Budget Cuts Target Children and the Poor



During a time of high rates of poverty, health disparities and escalating gas prices, House Republicans have etched out a bill that will snatch billions of dollars in funding for food aid, public health, renewable energy and other key programs.  In an attempt to reduce spending by $100 billion this year, and with the firm support and incessant prodding of the Tea Party, Republicans plan to propose further reductions to the federal budget.  Hardest hit—children and the poor.

Highlighted Clip for Wednesday, February 9, 2011:

Faced with a revolt on the right, House Republicans began sketching out more than $40 billion in specific spending cuts Wednesday but may be forced to double their bets with a further across-the-board reduction to appease tea party supporters.

"GOP cuts deep as right revolts"
By: David Rogers