Category Archive: balanced budget amendment

Jan 18

Unlike Washington, we DO have a Balanced Budget Amendment

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The South Dakota Senate Republican Caucus posted a video update to recap the work they’ve been doing in Pierre. South Dakota Senator Bruce Rampelberg states the difference between Washington and the Rushmore State. One has a Balanced Budget Amendment and the other does not. Click to watch the video

Aug 22

Congressman Steve King Places High Priority on Balanced Budget Amendment

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“When Mitt Romney shows up here, when Paul Ryan shows up here, I hope you can say to them, ‘are you going to call for a mandate from the American people to pass a balanced budget amendment out of the U.S. House and out of the U.S. Senate?’” King said. Steve King continues to show …

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Aug 11

Paul Ryan the Right Choice

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In the wake of today’s VP pick everyone has an opinion about the decision, including myself. Last year I had an opportunity to visit with Congressman Paul Ryan in Chicago. I was impressed by his resolve, determination and leadership in fighting to control the federal budget. His leadership and political courage are to be commended. …

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Jun 25

Christie Vilsack and Obama Agree: Balanced Budget a “Gimmick”

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King Campaign Calls on Vilsack to Take a Stand on the Issue: Balanced Budget Vilsack called Balanced Budget Amendment “a gimmick;” Said she wants to raise taxes. Is that her idea of reigning in spending? (AMES) – The King for Congress campaign today called on Christie Vilsack to tell voters exactly where she stands on …

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Mar 21

GOP Budget Boosts Defense Spending

The House Republicans latest budget would lower the spending cap and save our troops from the devastating automatic defense cuts. Of course, passing the budget is a long way off, but at least the House Republicans are off to a good start. From Jeremy Herb via The Hill The House Republican budget released Tuesday would …

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Mar 04

Balanced Budget Amendment Will Be On the SD Ballot

The South Dakota Senate approved a measure that would put  a Balanced Budget Amendment on the ballot and let the people of South Dakota decide. Some have pointed out that there has been a history of balancing the budget in South Dakota without the need for an amendment, however an amendment to the state constitution …

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Dec 27

Who Does Tim Johnson Represent?

Twice in the last few weeks, Sen. Johnson had the chance to do the right thing and take steps towards controlling the federal deficit and balancing the budget. Instead, Johnson voted No on both versions of the Balanced Budget Amendment. His record on this issue shows how out of touch he is. South Dakota has …

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Dec 13

Senate To Vote On Balanced Budget Amendment

The Senate will likely vote on Wednesday wheter or not to add an amendment to the Constitution that would require Congress to balance the budget. Unfortonately for America, the BBA will most likely fail. Even if it fails, the vote will give us the chance to see who sides with the American people, a majority …

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