[kabar]

See my post #45 for an exact quote of what Perry said. If his opponents want to twist and misquote what he said, then it reflects more on them than him. I am not a big Perry fan, but I don't see any reason to criticize him over this remarks nor do I consider it a gaffe.

There are over 300 sponsors in Congress for a bill to audit the Fed. Both parties want more transparency and accountability for the Fed, which is currently operating outside of any effective oversight. The power of these unelected, unaccountable members of this quasi-governmental organization is breathtaking. I suspect the majority of the American people feel the same way.

Perry's remarks were politically astute. He will be helped more than hurt by them.

[americanophile]

Thanks, I agree with you on the fed, and I largely agree with Perry’s sentiment, though I disagree on the notion that he will be helped by using the term. Honesty isn’t always rewarded in politics, but it should pass rather quickly.