As a person who is a former lobbyist, what I can say is absolutely is everything stated is true to some degree. The reality is if you want this to RV before the next election, we are guaranteed the big "O" will be re-elected, will take credit, etc. That does not mean the R's cannot force conservative spending, reducing the debt and take their own spin. They have incredible staffs who know how to put the proper spin to gain the advantage. They the R's, in all due respect, need to pick and choose their battles to their advantage on this issue. If it RVs before the election, which we all hope it does and clearly want it, will in most likelihood, ensure O's re-election. Clearly, I have been talking to my reps and senators, not about the RV, but about the US debt in general. I'm an R, and damn proud of it.