Yes I do believe him, as he "talks a good game" and there's no real reason to disbelieve him.The GOP seem determined not to renege on the 2010 election mandate to cut spending.His views on pork barrel spending, military cuts and agricultural subsidies will impinge on the Gang of 12's fight on tax hikes.There will be an agreement on this agenda, but not the hikes the Dems will want as the GOP are opposed to significant increases.