Obama certainly isn't wasting his time in his quest to depress the hell out of America. He spoke to the nation Sunday, which this story adequately describes. A few things jump out at me as terribly sobering and not pleasant at all. Here's a quick summary:
- The economy will get worse before it gets better. Well, there's a surprise, but I suppose it doesn't hurt to lay the smack down of reality upon the American populace. We shouldn't be ticked at the messenger.
- The days of pork barrel spending are over. Sure, if you want to veto every budget Congress sends to you. I've said it before - pork spending is an infinitesimal portion of the budget, it's a good way to garner favors from others in Congress and keep your own people happy at the same time.
- Unemployment's at 6.7 percent. And it's probably going to climb over the next year. Luckily, I know how to wait tables.
- "We can't worry short term about the deficit." Well, that's good to know. I guess all the talk numerous politicians spouted about the spiraling deficit really wasn't that important. I'll just close my eyes and pray for a clean death.
- Questions about Obama's smoking habits. He coyly evaded answering this one outright. I wonder just what he's smoking ...
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