Cal Thomas thinks things are simpler than they are (like most conservative Republicans)

Where to cut spending

Empty. He writes:
"The presumed new Republican majority can begin by paring down non-controversial spending that the public will understand and then, after proving the programs aren't necessary or could be better run by the private sector, move on to more expensive programs."

OK, Cal, name 10 items of non-controversial spending that can be pared down. Just a list of ideas here.

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Well, maybe Cal's not listening to my little voice on the soapbox. But my contention is -- it's ALL about Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security, because as both Congresses and Presidents have found out, the amount of discretionary spending that can be cut to reduce deficits and balance budgets is not NEARLY as much as everyone, especially rhetorical Republicans, claim it is. And cutting taxes cuts revenue, which is why President W started running up deficits by paying for the (necessary) war effort with less revenue!