Guess what? While you were sleeping, the Republican controlled Congress gave itself a $3,100 raise. All the Democrats voted against this. The salary raise the Republican voted for came after they passed legislation to make cuts to programs that help the poor and children. The Washington Post has the story and an important quote:
"The Republicans are taking food out of the mouths of children to give tax cuts to America's wealthiest. This is not a statement of America's values," said the Democratic leader, Rep. Nancy Pelosi of California. "Democrats believe that together, America can do better," she said, invoking the party's new campaign slogan.