This correction:We say: The Times blames Republicans for using “debt” as a “political tool,” presumably because they object to Democrats’ endless spending — which, uh … drives up debt (and inflation). The Gray Lady could have just as easily blamed Dems for using “spending” as a political tool, since they refuse to slow the growth of outlays. But the paper takes its orders from left-wingers, who demanded the “correction.” And showed its blatant bias in the process. Spot the difference:“Some [lawmakers] are still unwilling to budge [on the debt ceiling] by taking an absolute position: my way or no way. That’s not governing.”— Then-Vice President Joe Biden, 2011vs.“We will not be doing any negotiation over the debt ceiling .

Source: New York Times January 27, 2023 05:40 UTC