Pandering fools

Fearing a Democratic victory in the midterm elections, Republican Congressional leadership is piping up over the recent gas price crisis with the only thing they know how to do: Tax cuts! Sweet, a hundred dollars. That will last about three weeks.

Oh, I forgot to mention that the proposal also highlights the other thing Republicans do well: assraping our natural resources. The Republican legislation also suggests opening up the Alaska National Wildlife Refuge, putting up an oil derrick in Central Park, and shooting a baby deer in the face. That last one will be "just for fun" according to Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA).

With Exxon profits at just over $8 billion this quarter, one wonders if maybe President Bush should just set up a meeting with CIA Director Porter Goss, a rusty hammer, some rubbing alcohol, and outgoing Exxon CEO and noted hut Lee Raymond.