[Wormwood]

It is a shortsighted ploy that will end up ensuring the death of the Conservative approach to Gov't by, as you say, the destruction of the Middle Class if not addressed - That is if it is not already too late. Ergo, 'Brain Dead'

Well said, and I completely agree.

Out of curiosity, what about the Bush presidency leads you to believe he gives a damn about 'a Conservative approach to government'?

[drt1]

"Out of curiosity, what about the Bush presidency leads you to believe he gives a damn about 'a Conservative approach to government'?"

Got me stumped there. Originally, assumed that, as a Rep he would carry through on the Rep philosophy - You know, those old, quaint cliches about limited Gov't, lower spending, etc., etc., etc. Also assumed the Senate and House would adhere to this approach as well. Guess that's why they say what the say about the word 'Assume' (A$$ out of U and ME) :-(