Senator Charles Grassley, ranking member of the Finance committee, has introduced an amendment for Iowans, offering incentives to "health enthusiasts" who like "flatter, more temperate terrain in which to indulge in their running desires." An argument subsequently broke about regarding the technicalities of running.
"Six months out of a year are too cold for running in a midwestern state," exclaims Democratic Senator Blanche Lincoln of Arkansas.
Grassley urged that "the US Senate should be concerned with increasing the health and fitness of America as a whole."
The discussion involved sparring between Democrats and Republicans on menial issues, punctuated by moments of laughter, signaling the silliness and uselessness of this amendment.
"What an unbelievable waste of time," noted one Claremont Beat reporter. "This is an embarrassment to all Americans everywhere."
The amendment was voted down after 15-20 minutes of discussion.
Sahil Kapur
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