Did FAA Managers Urge Employees to Vote Democrat?

NYCAviation:

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Did FAA Managers Urge Employees to Vote Democrat?

FAA managers in Seattle warned workers that a Republican Presidential and Congressional wins would mean budget cuts for the agency, according to a government transparency group. The AP reported that the Washington, D.C.,-based group Cause of Action is demanding an investigation into the allegations, brought to light by some FAA employees who felt threatened by [...]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/nycav...~4/kT9FImfmdlY
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The "government transparency group" is run by a former Republican House staffer who still finds it worthwhile to post the names of groups that he suspects of being allied with ACORN (zOMG!)

If we're going to put news on this site, can we at least make it news? I don't see how this story relates in even the tiniest bit to the practice of aviation anywhere in the world.

It's news/commentary, not straight news. Even if this incident is being overblown, I think it's a good opportunity to discuss the effects of a Romney/Ryan FAA vs the status quo, for better or for worse.

I don't think Romney has mentioned anything specifically about the FAA, but Paul Ryan's budget plan leaves little money for federal agencies outside of Defense and Social Security.

To add, from a site-related standpoint, the blog section of the site is specifically for non-news articles such as this, where Matt and I can share opinion, stories and thoughts on aviation, website and related topics. Feedback is always welcome!