In Senate, Republicans block debate on 'Buffett Rule'
Senate Republicans on Monday blocked a move to open debate on the so-called Buffett Rule, ensuring that a measure pressed for months by President Obama and Senate Democrats to ensure that the superrich pay a tax rate of at least 30 percent will not come to a decisive vote.
The Buffet Rule is supported by an apparent majority of American voters, contrary to what some out-of-touch right-wingers might want you to believe.