[RCW2001]

One thing that might be considered is GWB has been following President Reagan's playbook quite closely it, seems to me.

President Reagan had to concede, kicking and screaming of course!, on some spending items the "rats of the day" insisted upon, in order to pass his tax-cut/defense buildup legislation.

Perhaps...GWB is reading the 'playbook' one chapter ahead of the 'rats' on this one.?

Afterall...there is a "Greater Mission" to accomplish right now.

[Sabertooth]

President Reagan had to concede, kicking and screaming of course!, on some spending items the "rats of the day" insisted upon, in order to pass his tax-cut/defense buildup legislation.

Perhaps...GWB is reading the 'playbook' one chapter ahead of the 'rats' on this one.?

This isn't a concession, this is a White House proposal while he's riding at 80% in the polls. This is a stab in the back, and I sure hope I'm polled this week.

79, 78, 77...