U.S Congress proposing a Super Congress

This "Super Congress," composed of members of both chambers and both parties, isn't mentioned anywhere in the Constitution, but would be granted extraordinary new powers. Under a plan put forth by Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and his counterpart Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.), legislation to lift the debt ceiling would be accompanied by the creation of a 12-member panel made up of 12 lawmakers -- six from each chamber and six from each party.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/07/23/super-congress-debt-ceiling_n_907887.html

HEY!! If anyone wants to buy our government even more, feel free to do so. The price is getting cheaper and cheaper. You only have to Buy-Out 12 Members Instead of 535!

What a bargain no? Seriously these people are MAD! who wins? Not YOU!

Super Congress, eh?

Will this help us defeat Frieza?

So stupid....Is this real?

Super Congress, eh?

Will this help us defeat Frieza?

Silverbond

Perhaps. But it may struggle against the androids.

This would be impossible

All I can do right now is shake my head...

Oh wait, there it is. *Facepalm*

Hmm yes quite, and whom will lead this Super Congress?

Holy s*** this wasnt a joke. /facepalm

Debt ceiling negotiators think they've hit on a solution to address the debt ceiling impasse and the public's unwillingness to let go of benefits such as Medicare and Social Security that have been earned over a lifetime of work: Create a new Congress.

Or they could just do their damn job like they were voted in to do. Part of the job of a person in congress is compromising. It's time they start doing that instead of trying to get rid of nearly everyone.

besides, they would have to implement this with a vote (which will never happen) and then figure out who all gets to be a part of this 12 person group.

We can make it faster! Stronger! Better than before!

We have the technology! And so on, so forth.

Super Sayan Brothers, Ultima Court, What do we call this super president now?

This scares the crap out of me. I hope to God it doesn't happen. :evil:The-Apostle

i think Wonder Congress sounds better.

This has to be a joke right? Where is the link to the Onion video that goes along with this article?

i assume this will make it easier for them to execute order 66weezyfb

Wow... uhh, incredible. I have an idea, since if they want to have a Super Congress, we'll be needing a Super President.

Now, if I'm elected Super President of the United States of America, I'll make my position permanent and won't have to answer to anyone, I'll get stuff done & won't give in to corruption, I swear to you, the new citizens of The United States of Super America.

Wait, do I need an election to become Super President? And when I take office, can I rename the position, I'd like to just appoint myself 'Super President' then call myself 'Emperor'.

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Super Congress, eh?

Will this help us defeat Frieza?

Perhaps. But it may struggle against the androids.

megacongress sounds cooler

Congress should just institute monarchy.

Holy s*** this wasnt a joke. /facepalm

Blue-Sky

We need to limit the power of Congress... not give it more.

This "Super Congress," composed of members of both chambers and both parties, isn't mentioned anywhere in the Constitution, but would be granted extraordinary new powers. Under a plan put forth by Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and his counterpart Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.), legislation to lift the debt ceiling would be accompanied by the creation of a 12-member panel made up of 12 lawmakers -- six from each chamber and six from each party.

ShadowDeathX

I'm surprised McConnell is in favor of this. I thought Republicans wanted to limit the power of government. Wouldn't this be seen as unconstitutional by the Tea Party crowd to whom McConnell caters to?

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This "Super Congress," composed of members of both chambers and both parties, isn't mentioned anywhere in the Constitution, but would be granted extraordinary new powers. Under a plan put forth by Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and his counterpart Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.), legislation to lift the debt ceiling would be accompanied by the creation of a 12-member panel made up of 12 lawmakers -- six from each chamber and six from each party.

mattbbpl

I'm surprised McConnell is in favor of this. I thought Republicans wanted to limit the power of government. Wouldn't this be seen as unconstitutional by the Tea Party crowd to whom McConnell caters to?

It isn't increasing the power of the government though. I don't see where that conclusion is coming from. It isn't changing how much power Congress has. The "Super Congress" would pass a law, and then it would have to pass through both the House and the Senate, and then go up to the president, just like normal.

But yes, it is completely stupid and would never happen, especially since it would require a constitutional amendment.

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This "Super Congress," composed of members of both chambers and both parties, isn't mentioned anywhere in the Constitution, but would be granted extraordinary new powers. Under a plan put forth by Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and his counterpart Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.), legislation to lift the debt ceiling would be accompanied by the creation of a 12-member panel made up of 12 lawmakers -- six from each chamber and six from each party.

stanleycup98

I'm surprised McConnell is in favor of this. I thought Republicans wanted to limit the power of government. Wouldn't this be seen as unconstitutional by the Tea Party crowd to whom McConnell caters to?

It isn't increasing the power of the government though. I don't see where that conclusion is coming from. It isn't changing how much power Congress has. The "Super Congress" would pass a law, and then it would have to pass through both the House and the Senate, and then go up to the president, just like normal.

But yes, it is completely stupid and would never happen, especially since it would require a constitutional amendment.

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Legislation approved by the Super Congress -- which some on Capitol Hill are calling the "super committee" -- would then be fast-tracked through both chambers, where it couldn't be amended by simple, regular lawmakers, who'd have the ability only to cast an up or down vote.

There should be a Super Senate to balance it out. And a Super White House. And Ultra Court.CRS98

Agh new world order :(

What's the point of making this super congress if its split right down the middle. Shouldnt the make up of it reflect the voters wants?

No thanks. I think I'll just keep the inept Congress that we have.

No. No no no no no. That is the single worst idea I've ever heard. The constitution balances our powers nicely. Last thing we need is an oligarchy with special powers.majoras_wrath

Perhaps a super presidency is worse.

Doen't matter, because the Patriots are obviously in charge of the US.

How about no? The Supreme Court would NEVER let this through. Well, I guess you can never predict what the conservative wing might do.