One thing everyone seems to agree on is that Republicans face a perceived compassion deficit.
Gary BauerThe problems seem so easy out there on the stump. Deficits shrink with a rhetorical flourish.
Hugh SideyIf you raise taxes, it won't reduce the deficit. The other team will simply spend the resources.
Grover NorquistDeficits must be cut, yes, but the rush to austerity risks undermining the fragile global recovery.
Alistair Darling