How on earth did this notion that Republicans are WORSE on the economy than dimwits ever come to be so pervasive? I just don't get it. It is completely at odds with reality and history.
Because it is not at odds with recent history, and therefore not at odds with reality. Sorry, but Republican handling of the economy over the last 4-8 years has been pretty abysmal, and we're getting our hats handed to us for it.
Congress has been pretty much out of control, as the GOP decided to hold power by trying to hand out as much candy as they could. President Bush decided not to veto anything, as long as Congress continued supporting him, on the War and in his own entitlement expansions.
And now we pay the price for it.
Fortunately, McCain does have a good track record in this regard - not asking for earmarks or being a big on pork. And Palin's record is excellent. McCain picking her as his VP is a strong signal that he's serious about reforming pork and the attendant corruption, even in our own party. That is excellent news, but it still means our congressional chances suffer.
The worst part is, it's largely deserved.
Drew Garrett