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07-16-2011, 11:42 PM
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Paul likened government spending to a drug, one he said politicians are addicted to. Pointing to his arm, he compared raising the debt limit to an addict getting another fix. In the case of a higher debt ceiling, Paul said it will provide short term relief only by allowing spending to continue.
Paul spoke at length and in detail about America's economic policies, showing no hesitation as he delved deeply into topics including the debt, interest rates and the role of the Federal Reserve.
Another target was the military. Paul said U.S. armed forces have built a "fortress" of an embassy in Baghdad that's larger than the Vatican. "We don't need that," he said, adding that America must consider scaling back its military presence in countries like Germany, Japan and Korea.
"We've been in Korea since I was in high school," said Paul. "It's time to come home. The world would be better off for it, because we can't afford it."
An advocate of deep budget cuts, including for the military, Paul said it's time for America to realize it's living beyond its means and make tough decisions.
"This is a very important time in our history to decide which way we're going to go," said Paul. "There's going to be an opportunity. ... We can get out of this as long as we energize the people."
Paul was greeted by a receptive crowd. His down-to-earth persona nearly moved one man to tears during the question and answer session that followed his speech.
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Paul likened government spending to a drug, one he said politicians are addicted to. Pointing to his arm, he compared raising the debt limit to an addict getting another fix. In the case of a higher debt ceiling, Paul said it will provide short term relief only by allowing spending to continue.
Paul spoke at length and in detail about America's economic policies, showing no hesitation as he delved deeply into topics including the debt, interest rates and the role of the Federal Reserve.
Another target was the military. Paul said U.S. armed forces have built a "fortress" of an embassy in Baghdad that's larger than the Vatican. "We don't need that," he said, adding that America must consider scaling back its military presence in countries like Germany, Japan and Korea.
"We've been in Korea since I was in high school," said Paul. "It's time to come home. The world would be better off for it, because we can't afford it."
An advocate of deep budget cuts, including for the military, Paul said it's time for America to realize it's living beyond its means and make tough decisions.
"This is a very important time in our history to decide which way we're going to go," said Paul. "There's going to be an opportunity. ... We can get out of this as long as we energize the people."
Paul was greeted by a receptive crowd. His down-to-earth persona nearly moved one man to tears during the question and answer session that followed his speech.
More at link