Blind, prejudiced, unreasoning allegiance
is the dictionary definition of “partisan.”
We didn’t vote for twice as much of that.
We voted to change “free” to “fair” in trade and
markets;” to find something besides tax cuts
for business as the solution to every problem;
to restore respect for our country in the world.

Obama’s idea of change seems to focus
on bi-partisan support. He rules out “pork”
in his economic stimulus program, but lards it
with Republican-style tax cuts. He substitutes
loss of income with no guarantee of results
for a fixed expenditure with assured economic
benefits, in the short and long run.

Congress should remind the new president
that they won too, limit the spending
to infrastructure, and forget all the tax cuts.
They can win the support of members
by inviting pork – just list all the projects.
New roads, buildings and stuff can be good
even if they’re named for someone.

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