First, I am not a Neocon but you can call me one if it makes you feel bigger. Second bush cut taxes too. Taxes were high as 90% in the fifties and have been trending lower every since. Third numbers are numbers, they don't care about your explanation. 2005 GDP 2.9% 1975 GDP 6%. Thats the facts, you can argue any cause you wish but when you are through the numbers are going to remain the same.