en-us https://www.intensedebate.com/users/1346349 Comments by chris_m_weber http://biggovernment.com/vderugy/2010/06/28/big-government-lawmakers-deserve-criticism-even-if-they-are-republicans/#IDComment82920166 I think this kind of criticism is healthy for the purpose of debate, but misses the point. As the author admits, Christie's budget reduces government spending in New Jersey, not a small feat. If he has to compromise in order to achieve his Cap 2.5 initiative and convince the teacher's union to pay more into the system then on balance this will be better than more taxing and spending. It seems that this round of budgetary matters is just the first fight that is being fought. Christie mentioned in his State of Financial Emergency speech that this round of cuts is only the first, and that the next cuts will be even greater. Christie is not another Bush (at least literally), so let's not blind our eyes to the progress he's making. If he can prove to New Jerseyians that he can win on the issues he's fighting for hen maybe he can build a momentum that will lead to further fiscal stability and prosperity for his state. Tue, 29 Jun 2010 04:17:56 +0000 http://biggovernment.com/vderugy/2010/06/28/big-government-lawmakers-deserve-criticism-even-if-they-are-republicans/#IDComment82920166