ordered the government to expand flex time for federal workers and called on congress to pass laws, helping pregnant employees. but while he s working on policy solutions, the republicans are focused on political stunts.ñrñr last week senator mitch mcconnell unveiled his solution to help working class families. the ;:ñso-called working parent home office act would claim deduction on their taxes if they put a baby crib in their home office. that s right. a home office crib gets you a tax break. mcconnell claims it s just the kind of thing that could make a difference in people s lives now. it might. if you have a home office. but most working class folks don t. it s time for solutions that help all americans, not just a select few.