I understand conservative economic policy, but what I am concerned about is the lack of foresight about how these deregulation efforts can effect consumers and citizens on the other hand. I feel that most times, conservative politicians are in favor of deregulation regardless of the impact. I feel that they want to make sure businesses are not suffering before they check to see if citizens are. This bill was 100% a business bill and had nothing to do with the consumer. Then there were the false statements that drove me mad. Blackburn continuously pointed to the FTC as a fall back for authority, but time and time again, the Dems had to remind her that they have not authority.

So I guess my point is, does conservative economic policy consider consumer impact when when dealing with deregulation? It doesn't seem that way. The only argument for this bill on the sides of consumers is that this will increase competition, but I just don't see how that is going to happen given the current market of, basically, an oligarchy. I know they know better than that (or maybe they don't?)

I'm not really trying to argue with you, but just curious on the perceived policy of business over people from a conservative economic position.