CAFTA is about to be voted on
this evening. As
Congressman Frank Pallone has already written today, CAFTA is being shoved down America's throat, PATRIOT style.
Democrats have asked for a very reasonable 8 hours of debate (same amount of time NAFTA was given) but the Reps have blocked the amendment.
While Bush is on a last-minute butt-kissing rampage, Tom Delay is already predicting a win which is the clearest signs yet that this deal is in trouble. We can make a difference. Stop CAFTA!
It's clear that the Republican leadership lead by people like Bill Thomas and Tom Delay is following the Bush line with impunity. But there are
many vulnerable republicans who are not so secure. Chances are one lives in your district.
Use this excellent website. CALL the WASHINGTON OFFICE of your Congressman, especially if he/she is a Republican, and simply let them know: NO ON CAFTA.
PS. As I'm writing this Florida's own Alcee Hastings is talking on CSPAN. He cracked me up with this:
If CAFTA is like NAFTA, then the American people will once again get the SHAFTA.
Do IT!