Approach requires President to balance spending increases with equal savings . Republicans question timing of announcement -- after reduction of spending . Administration officials still defend piling the stimulus spending on top of the deficit , arguing that it was the best approach to get the country out of the recession . A key Democrat as President could have tough time keeping promise to reduce deficit . Blue Dog Republicans support ` ` pay - as - you - go '' as responsible and necessary .
Approach requires President to balance spending increases with equal savings . Republicans question timing of announcement -- after reduction of spending . A key Democrat as President could have tough time keeping promise to reduce deficit . Blue Dog Republicans support ` ` pay - as - you - go '' as responsible and necessary .