Over the weekend, Senate Democrats and the Obama Administration released their budget visions for America. Trouble is, they're very different visions.
One major point of disagreement: the need for a strong and effective military to protect American freedom and keep us safe.
The Obama Administration released a budget that would see military spending increase by $184 billion between 2012 and 2016, as GSPP Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel released a statement saying "US military spending will always be a central focus and concern of the Administration. The proposed budget balances the need for a strong military, secure America, and well-compensated service members while minimizing spending inefficiencies."
Senate Democrats, on the other hand, opted to slash defense spending by $527 billion. This includes 'overseas contingencies operations,' a confusing line item revealing $728 billion in cuts. Adding to the confusion, the Democrats yesterday indicated that they plan to re-state their numbers, though it isn't yet clear how or when. The Democratic caucus declined to comment.
As final budget negotiations approach, the American people are left to wonder when the President's party will get their priorities straight, mend their divisions, and come up with a real plan to keep our country safe .
One major point of disagreement: the need for a strong and effective military to protect American freedom and keep us safe.
The Obama Administration released a budget that would see military spending increase by $184 billion between 2012 and 2016, as GSPP Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel released a statement saying "US military spending will always be a central focus and concern of the Administration. The proposed budget balances the need for a strong military, secure America, and well-compensated service members while minimizing spending inefficiencies."
Senate Democrats, on the other hand, opted to slash defense spending by $527 billion. This includes 'overseas contingencies operations,' a confusing line item revealing $728 billion in cuts. Adding to the confusion, the Democrats yesterday indicated that they plan to re-state their numbers, though it isn't yet clear how or when. The Democratic caucus declined to comment.
As final budget negotiations approach, the American people are left to wonder when the President's party will get their priorities straight, mend their divisions, and come up with a real plan to keep our country safe .
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