re: #41 Feline Fearless Leader

Does anyone have a page reference that spells out the sequester effects in straightforward language? Getting into a discussion on FB with someone who thinks that the sequester is simply *not* making standard budget increases and is not in anyway cutting funding from previous levels. I presume they’re pulling that talking point from somewhere.

You can start here: Sequester 101: What happens if cuts kick in March 1 and four other questions

The sequester is a complex concept with a tortuous history. Here are the basics on the automatic spending reductions set to come.