Since the GOP what America to be in piss poor shape come election time and America seems to be rebounding, the GOP has to take matters into their own hands
As if America wasn't tortured and punished enough by the previous administration, the GOP seems to have no other motivation to block jobless aid then to make sure America is in the worst economical shape possible when the mid-terms come around. They know that if the economy is in the tank, they get into office. Many GOPers have called the jobless "animals" "lost puppies" "lazy" and many other unflattering terms.
The GOP intentionally pounced on the moment to take money away from 1 million Americans who need it and would spend it quickly and help keep the economy afloat. Not only are jobless benefits a safety net for those laid off because their employers were trying to avoid bankruptcy, it is an important life support system for the economy in this fragile time. By knocking out that support, the GOP has ensured a weaker economy in November. I hate to think what they'll do in 2 years if they control congress in order to get Obama ousted. Scary.
My advice to Democrats? Crucify the GOP on the proverbial "deficit cross" they have been using as a prop of fake martyrdom. If the democrats don't hammer the dog shit out of the GOP with strong language like "they want America to fail to get re-elected" or "they have not lifted a finger to help America because they know a strong America in November is not a good political environment for them" or "If the GOP is willing to cut off support for the victims of GOP policies of deregulation, then what are they willing to do to stay in power".
If the Democrats miss the opportunity to control the narrative, they themselves will be painted as the ones who failed America and will lose both houses. This is an excellent opportunity for Obama to show America his backbone and not allow congress to go on July 4 recess, with the explanation "the GOP is not going home until they do their job". Its time to take off the gloves!