House Democrats called on Speaker Boehner and the GOP to cancel next week’s recess and stay in session to address America’s top priorities. House Republicans refused – choosing to run the clock out on the economy instead of working round-the-clock to create jobs, promote growth, and strengthen the middle class. Here’s a suggested playlist for House Republicans as they make the trip home:
Leaving on a Jet Plane – John Denver & Cass Elliot
Working for the Weekend – Loverboy
Bang on the Drum All Day – Todd Rundgren
Summertime – Will Smith (DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince)
The Lazy Song – Bruno Mars
Fun, Fun, Fun – Pharrell Williams
Good Times – Chic
Summer Wind – Frank Sinatra
Vacation – The Go-Gos
All Around the World – Red Hot Chili Peppers
Roam – the B-52s
On the Road Again – Willie Nelson with Sheryl Crow
Bonus Track!
In light of the GOP’s continued obstruction on the Paycheck Fairness Act – legislation that ensures equal pay for equal work regardless of gender:
She Works Hard for the Money – Donna Summer
