[JackDanielsOldNo7]

I think W and RR are turning out to be very similar in their achievements in foreign policy and the economy, while seeming to be very challenged in controling the growth of federal government.

No offense but look at Reagans spending versus GW's. Not even close. I wish someone would put up the chart. Remember Reagan had a RAT congress/senate. GW has had Repubs in both houses. Reagan did great on economy especially after Peanut Butter Boy was in office.

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No offense but look at Reagans spending versus GW's. Not even close. I wish someone would put up the chart. Remember Reagan had a RAT congress/senate. GW has had Repubs in both houses. Reagan did great on economy especially after Peanut Butter Boy was in office.

I don't argue with your points, but even Clinton was able to do some things in controling federal programs (i.e., sign some GOP bills) that neither Reagan nor Bush 43 have (welfare reform, etc.).

Remember when we had GOP majorities with a bit more of a spine, if not a very good PR program?

I remember the Grace Commission and a-lot of talk about "waste, fraud, and abuse," but I don't recall that panning out very well, back then.