Blunt Expects Bush Focus To Turn To Economy

Southwest Missouri Congressman Roy Blunt expects President Bush to turn his attention to the economy now that the war with Iraq is entering a new phase. Blunt’s disappointed with how the Senate trimmed the House version of the president’s tax cut package. The House approved a $550-Billion package. The Senate approved one totalling $350-Billion. Blunt, meeting with the media at the State Capitol, sees room for compromise, especially since Bush can now give more attention to domestic matters. A portion of the President’s plan calls for the elimination of taxes on stock dividends. The Senate has rejected it, but Blunt says the President might be able to change a few minds.