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Senate should return to work out tax-cut compromise

Written by
U.S. Rep. Scott DesJarlais
 
As a freshman member of Congress who has never before held public office, I find the partisan gridlock that occurs in Congress to be incredibly frustrating. Far too often, it seems that politics trumps what is good for the American people.

With this sort of approach, Congress’s low approval rating is understandable. While Republicans and Democrats will never agree on every issue, preserving a middle-class tax cut during a time of economic uncertainty would seem to be an easy place for bipartisan compromise. Unfortunately, political posturing is now threatening to sink an idea that Republican and Democratic members of Congress and the president all agree on.

Last week, the House passed a responsible, bipartisan bill that would extend the payroll tax reduction for a year; extend and reform unemployment insurance; place a two-year freeze on a nearly 30 percent cut to doctors providing health care to Medicare patients; and advance measures that will boost private-sector job creation. These are many of the same yearlong proposals that President Obama called for as part of his jobs plan. Further, 90 percent of these initiatives are paid for with policies that the president has endorsed in some form.

Unfortunately, the Senate has chosen to play politics and pass a two-month extension of these proposals that will only complicate the payroll process for small businesses and do little to provide certainty for American workers.

The National Payroll Reporting Consortium, a group of nonpartisan tax experts, stated in a letter that the Senate’s short-term bill creates an “insufficient lead time” that would lead to “substantial problems, confusion, and costs affecting a significant percentage of U.S. employers and employees.” The National Federation of Independent Business issued a statement claiming, “The two-month payroll tax holiday would present a number of complications and costs that would disproportionately affect small businesses.” Associated General Contractors, representing more than 5 million workers in the construction industry, claimed that, “Any economic benefit derived from the law would likely be eaten up by the inefficiency and confusion surrounding the bill’s implementation.”

Clearly, a short-term Band-aid is not in the best interest of our struggling economy. I find it unacceptable to sweep this problem under the rug for two months only to have this same debate all over again. We can do better.

While I do support House Republicans’ common-sense legislation, I understand that a difference of opinions exists. For this reason, I joined my House colleagues in voting to send this legislation to a conference committee, a process outlined in the Constitution, so that the two chambers can negotiate our differences and produce a bill that provides meaningful solutions to improve our economy.

But to reach that compromise, we need the cooperation of Senate Democrats. So far, Majority Leader Harry Reid has stated that he will not appoint conferees or reconvene the Senate from its holiday break. We have two weeks to find a solution and send a bill to the president for his signature. That cannot take place if the other side won’t even come to the negotiating table.

As a doctor, I took an oath to do no harm. Unfortunately, no such oath exists when it comes to a 60-day extension of the payroll tax reduction. While I have been consistent in my support for allowing people to keep more of their hard-earned money, a temporary extension is nothing more than typical Washington politics. The president has stated that providing Americans with anything less than a full year of tax relief would be inexcusable, and I agree.

U.S. Rep. Scott DesJarlais, R-Jasper, represents Tennessee’s Fourth Congressional District.

Jeff N. Lewis
District Director
Congressman Scott DesJarlais, M.D. (TN-04)
931-450-0855

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Franklin County Executive Board

Left to Right -  Mick Bryan, Vice-Chairman, Dianne Hensley, Secretary, Iris Rudder, Chairman, Carol Medley, Treasurer, Bryan Jones, Vice Treasurer.

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Franklin County Republican Party 2009 – 2010

June 2009 – Picnic

 

The first event of the current elected Executive Committee was a picnic.  It was a time to come together with old friends and an opportunity to make new friends that are positive about the party and its mission to help fund campaigns and elect Republican candidates.  At that event the Ladies Auxiliary was born.  The Auxiliary is a group of ladies who work to support and the FCRP in all of its endeavors.

July 2009 – Ladies Auxiliary Ice Cream Social

An old fashioned ice cream social was held at the home of Joanne Davis.  The event was attended by more than 60 ladies anxious to support the FCRP.

September 2009 – Ladies Auxiliary Salad Supper

A salad supper was help poolside at the home of Jeannie Cowan.  The guest speaker for the event was Janice Bowling.  Janice related to the group her experiences during her runs for 4^th Congressional District House of Representatives.  She also brought to the group information about candidate Scott DesJarlais. 

September 2009 – Franklin County Fair

October 2009 – Bonfire

November 2009 – Guest Speaker Janet Galyen

The Auxiliary met at the annex building with guest speaker Janet Galyen from Manchester.  As the youngest elected official in Coffee County, Janet inspired the group with her views on key issues in politics and life. 

December 2009 – Christmas Party

January 2010 – Reagan Day Dinner

The FCRP hosted the gala of the season at the Franklin County Country Club.  The event was a sellout.  Van Hilleary was the emcee for the event and many announced candidate were in attendance.  There was a silent auction which added to the $7000+ gross income for the party.  The dinner was the main money maker for the party which enabled the party to contribute to various campaigns.

February 2010 – FC Chamber of Commerce Expo

The FCRP manned a booth at the annual Chamber event to promote Republican candidates and boost community awareness.

March 2010 – Candidate Night

The FCRP and Ladies Auxiliary hosted a covered dish dinner at the Red Roof Pavilion for the local candidates to speak and meet the voters of the county. 

April 2010 – White Elephant Sale

The Ladies Auxiliary held the white elephant sale at the site of the 2010 FCRP Headquarters.  The sale when for 2 days with a special viewing for contributors.  The sale brought in more than $3000.  This amount was used for candidate contributions and headquarter operating expenses.

May 2010 – The Headquarters Opened

The Grand Opening of the FCRP Headquarters was well attended by candidates and supporters.  By June the momentum of the party was well under way and getting attention from the public.  The headquarters was manned by volunteers through the primary up to the general election in November. 

July 2010 – Ice Cream Social

The second annual Ice Cream Social was hosed by Joanne Davis.  David Alexander spoke to the ladies about his campaign.  From this meeting, David recruited a group of ladies who worked hours on end and became the core of his campaign. 

August 2010 – David Alexander Kick-Off

The FCRP supported the David Alexander campaign as they held a campaign kick off.

September 2010 – Polly Crockett Festival

The FCRP manned a tent at the Polly Crockett Festival.  They distributed balloons, pencils, yard signs and literature for Republican candidates.

December 2010 – Christmas Party

Iris Rudder once again opened her beautiful historic home to the Ladies Auxiliary for their Christmas Party.  The ladies opened their hearts and checkbooks to contribute over $600 to the Good Samaritans of Franklin County in their mission to help those in need

The FCRP manned a tent at the Polly Crockett Festival.  They distributed balloons, pencils, yard signs and literature for Republican candidates.

December 2010 – University of the South College Republicans

The University of the South College Republican President has been seated as an Executive Board member. 

Upcoming Events -

• Reagan Day Dinner

• Party Convention (Reorganization)

• Recruitment of candidates for the 2012 election cycle.

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