Serious fiscal negotiations are (or at least should be) going on right now in Washington DC. And whether you think we’re facing a “fiscal cliff,” or more of a “fiscal incline,” here’s a Thanksgiving message to Washington politicians: Please talk turkey and work something out that makes sense for our nation.<\/p>\n
Thanksgiving Limerick For DC Pols
\nBy Madeleine Begun Kane<\/p>\n
It’s time for some serious talk.
\nPlease don’t bitch or complain, and don’t balk.
\nOur issues are great—
\nAct before it’s too late.
\nSo kindly talk turkey. Don’t squawk.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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