Obama's first failed appointment

I believe Pelosi and the Republican majority leader negotiated how the bill would proceed in the House, including the consideration of a number of amendments (from among the more than 200 proposed) from both sides of the aisle.

And the Appropriations process was as open as ever....I guesss you missed it on cspan.

I agree some of the social programs and earmarks are questionable, but IMO, some should remain...extension of payments to states for unemployment benefits, medicaid, etc..to assist the thousands every week who are losing their jobs.