Senate Democrats claim President Bush isn't spending enough on the troops. They want to tack on an extra $8 billion for higher toop pay and better benefits for their families. That's on top of the President's request for an extra $82 billion outside the federal budget to pay for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Leading the Democrats' charge -- the once and possible future Presidential candidate, Sen John Kerry (D-MA). He wants to vote for the extra $8 billion, before he...well, you know. He could use a better soundbite the next time around. (USA Today)
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