OK. The economic 'crisis' will be solve by the bailout just like the terror crisis was

[TooBigaTent]

solved by the war and

just like the homeland security crisis was solved by the Patriot Act and

just like the war was ended by the '06 election.

In each case, we were sold a bill of goods that drastic, unconsidered, immediate action would save the day.

And damned if it didn't... That great and glorious war sure ended terrorism, didn't it?

We are all certainly safer now, even if it did cost us a little freedom (and convenience).

Ending that damn war by electing all those great Democrats two years ago was the high point of the new century. We can really be thrilled with the way our wishes have been fulfilled.

I cannot wait until the end of next week when my huge investment portfolio doubles in value. Thank God our leaders acted so decisively.

Only minor question I have is... has anyone seen my party? It had a sleep-over at it's friend George's house and now will not come home. It sent me an email saying that it was playing Monopoly and wanted to move into the guest bedroom at George's.

[gravity]

1. The financial crisis is real

George Bush cried wolf too many times in the past, but this thing is for real.

[aquart]

4. They absolutely have weapons of mass destruction.

And invasion is the only answer.

[Tallison]

6. Sometimes they do

And sometimes it is.

[aquart]

17. Yeah, Lucy. This time I know you won't pull the football away.

Sorry, but these people have zero credibility. And every reason to lie.

[Tallison]

18. Who are "these people"?

[gravity]

12. I was vehemently against the Iraq war

because the facts did not support the need for war and the risk were too great.

The financial crisis is real based on the facts, and something has to be done soon. Just because Bush supports it does not change the facts of the situation.

[Tallison]

5. I'm near giving up on convincing some here of that

These indignant threads keep popping up as if the crisis is one big conceit. :banghead:

[lostnotforgotten]

7. See Bernie Sanders Great Floor Speech Video

http://www.sanders.senate.gov/news/record.cfm?id=303785

How's That For Anger!

[Tallison]

8. I disagree with him, no matter how loudly or vehemently he says it.

It's politically luxurious to be in the minority at this time.

[lostnotforgotten]

9. Well You Be A Chorus Of One - I Got My Earplugs In - Sing On!

eom

[Tallison]

10. That's too bad; I listen to all viewpoints, which is what leads me to my current convictions. nt

[lostnotforgotten]

11. Enjoy Your Convictions - Middle America Has Had Enough

This is the last straw for most of us.

I guess those elites on the coasts just don't get it!

[Tallison]

13. I don't 'enjoy' my convictions - if I did, I'd be Republican

It's easier, lazier, more simplistic that way.

[lostnotforgotten]

14. Your The One Arguing For A Fat Cat Bailout - I'm Middle America

The sale has not been made. Try Again!

[Tallison]

15. Because I don't want to see tens of millions of pensions and 401k's tank?

Or see the unemployment rate rise to 10%?

[lostnotforgotten]

19. Unemployment Is Already At 10% - Ever Here Of U1 Through U6

Go look it up!

[Tallison]

20. The only u1 through u6 I'm aware of is a gene sequence

Evidence/Link?

[gravity]

16. The bill is about middle America

The economy isn't a zero sum game, and policies that benefit banks and credit markets keep middle America running. It is the same with policies that help redistribute wealth from the rich to the poor. Wall Street and Main Street are interdependent.

[Tallison]

21. Thank you!

It's amazing the number who simplistically process this as this a 'good' vs. 'evil' issue.

[thunder rising]

2. All I know is that going out the door GWB throws $300B to his buddies. And Pelosi gives head.

[DJ13]

3. I think we would save a lot of money if we just had an official welfare program

.....for the wealthy.

Maybe give each of them $30,000 per month and a 2% COLA every year.

:sarcasm: