Jason Altmire and the Democrats were just born to spend.  Whether it be on big ticket programs or small, they just can’t seem to help themselves.  Altmire just voted NO on a proposal that would cut the first-class sleeper subsidy on Amtrak.  For those who may be unaware, federal taxpayer dollars grant a significant subsidy to those who opt for “sleeper class” travel, as opposed to coach class.  These passengers are provided with a sleeping room (many of which include private facilities), turn-down service, complimentary entertainment, and pre-paid food.  Not surprisingly, Amtrak loses more than twice as much per passenger ($396)for this first class service as compared to coach service.  This additional subsidy would add another $1.2 billion over ten years to the ballooning debt.

How can we possibly expect Altmire and his Democrat colleagues to dramatically cut spending when they can’t even bring themselves to make the simple cuts?