“Well, I believe that — I know that President Obama is a strong supporter of America's workers. I myself am a strong supporter of that legislation. We passed it with a strong vote in the House in the last Congress, and I continue to be supportive of it.
But in terms of what we have to do in the first 100 days, we must address the needs of this country. Five hundred million people will lose their jobs each month until we have an economic package.”
Yea, Nan. And every time you mention this pathetic stimulus package or say something stupid, a kitten dies. I’m really glad to see that the speaker of the house is aware of America’s population, around 500 million? Last I checked America’s population is around 300 million. Talk about an exaggeration.
All but 11 Democrats voted for the plan, and 177 Republicans voted against it. What defines the $819 billion “economic” plan? What plans do our lovely President and Congressional Democrats have to simulate our economy? “Las Vegas, which by some accounts already glitters, wants $2 million for neon signs. Boynton Beach, Fla., is looking for $4.5 million for an "eco park" featuring butterfly gardens and gopher tortoises.” This would create 50 jobs. “And Chula Vista, Calif., would like $500,000 to create a place for dogs to run off the leash.” This would create seven jobs! “These are among 18,750 projects listed in "Ready to Go," the U.S. Conference of Mayors' wish list for funding from the stimulus bill moving through Congress.” (wallstreetjournal.com)
And that’s not all. Austin, Texas is building a 36-hole disc golf course costing $886,000. It will create four jobs. In Virginia Beach, Va, they get to build a replacement tennis court that will cost $1.8 million and create 38 jobs. Louisiana is in the package also! Shreveport, La gets $150,000 to purchase eight police-equipped Harley-Davidson motorcycles. How many jobs will be created in Shreveport thanks to the heavenly stimulus? One job. One. (wallstreetjournal.com)
So what exactly have the House Democrats been doing? Retreating to a Spa, of course. USA Today reports: "We're very mindful" of perceptions, House Democratic Caucus Chairman John Larson told reporters Thursday camped outside of the sprawling Kingsmill Resort & Spa in Williamsburg, Va., where House Democrats spent about $100,000 on their three-day annual retreat. "It's serious and it's from morning till night. We've been dwelling, rightfully, on the economy," said Larson, D-Conn… Democrats spend taxpayer money on their retreat but do not permit lobbyists to accompany them. The public pays for a charter train from Washington to Williamsburg for many of the 200 members who attend, as well as conference rooms, security and catering.” Now we see where our money is really going.
Maybe some of President Obama’s cabinet nominees, Tom Daschle, Nancy Killefer, and Tim Geithner, should pay their taxes. Think that would stimulate some of the economy?

“ ‘Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich passionately defended himself for the first time at his Illinois Senate impeachment trial Thursday, arguing repeatedly that he has "done absolutely nothing wrong' and warning that ousting him would be 'a dangerous precedent.’ He urged the senators to acquit him.” (Washingtontimes.com)
Between Caroline Kennedy’s attempt at Hilary Clinton’s Senate seat and Geithner’s tax fraud, the Democratic Party has screamed “corruption” for a while now. And good ole’ FORMER Gov. Blago has only confirmed the suspicions.
“…he broke the law when it came to hiring state workers, expanded a health care program without legislative approval and spent $2.6 million on flu vaccine that went to waste. The 118-member House twice voted to impeach him, both times with only one ‘no’ vote.” (http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/illinois_governor_impeachment)
The corrupted former governor did attempt to defend himself in his closing statement, however. Too bad no one found it too convincing. He defended himself on the flu vaccines. He helped the children! He helped the elderly, the kittens, the bunnies, the gumdrops and the rainbows! The flu shot scandal came about after thousands of unused flu shots that Illinois agreed to buy expired, all of the 700,000 flu shots.Taxpayers money, $2.5 million to be exact was spent on illegal importation of illegal vaccines.“Sure, there was a bit of a risk involved, but the risk was that we spend some money, and the upside was, we protected seniors and children from dying," said Blago. Someone shut him up. Read over his closing statement transcript. One could swear the only thing he did during his pathetic administration was get those vaccines. THOSE VACCINES.
Then there’s Rahm Emmanuel, Obama’s chief of staff. Emmanuel actually gave Blago the idea for the vaccines, and then tipped off the Feds. “Let’s demand that President Obama fire Rahm Emanuel, because Rahm Emanuel was the one who gave me this idea," he said. It must be nice to have a friend that’s a Democrat. So trustworthy and forgiving.
On top of his impeachment, he cannot, ever, ever, hold a public office in Illinois again. He didn’t even wait around for the final vote. He took a plane out and was seen on major media television proclaiming his innocence. Aren’t they always innocent? Wait! The vaccines!
But he’s not innocent. There were tapes to prove his guilt involving hiring, contracting, buying board appointments and fundraising. He was recorded trying to sell Pres. Obama’s Senate Seat. Corruption?
Another Democrat bites the dust because of corruption. When will they learn? A song by Rihanna comes to mind in memory of the former governor.
“How 'bout a round of applause, a standing ovation…Don't tell me you're sorry cause you're not, when I know you're only sorry you got caught, But you put on quite a show, You really had me going, But now it's time to go, Curtain's finally closing, That was quite a show, Very entertaining, But it's over now, Go on and take a bow.
Later Blago! Take the vaccines with you.

A record number of people, one million to be exact, attended the inauguration of Pres. Obama. There were 12.6 million people who watched the inauguration on TV. However, despite lovely TV ratings, the inaugumration did not top “American Idol.” The TV show actually had 22.4 million viewers. I guess American’s really needed some hope.
Pres. Obama’s illegal alien aunt was able to make the inauguration. Phew. “One special guest who commanded attention at the party was Zeituni Onyango, 56, Obama's aunt from Kenya who has been in this country illegally and is getting help in her immigration fight from another ball guest, Cleveland attorney Margaret Wong.” She overstayed her Visa and took refuge in Cleveland but somehow made it to the inauguration. Ha, the Federal immigration officials couldn’t find her. How did the media outlets find her? (http://blog.cleveland.com/openers/2009/01/ohio_democrats_party_complete.html)
Now there’s hope for illegal immigrants!
Between the constant chanting of “OBAMA” in the crowd and the humble White House website, (www.whitehouse.gov.) I’ve never felt so humble. I thought it wasn’t about him? During the inaugural address, my wallet couldn’t have felt emptier. With his proposed stimulus, you, your parents, your kids and your grandkids will still be feeling the $825 trillion ripple.
Obama stated “We will begin to responsibly leave Iraq to its people and forge a hard-earned peace in Afghanistan.” How will we do this Barack? He continues, “We say to you now that our spirit is stronger and cannot be broken; you cannot outlast us, and we will defeat you. For we know that our patchwork heritage is a strength, not a weakness. We are a nation of Christians and Muslims, Jews and Hindus — and non-believers.” Diversity? We will defeat terrorists with diversity? Nice.
And if all of that isn’t inspiring enough for you, hope you watched Rev. Lowery’s benediction. “We ask you to help us work for that day when black will not be asked to give back, when brown can stick around, when yellow will be mellow, when the red man can get ahead, man, and when white will embrace what is right,” Lowery said. Is this from m Dr. Suess? Rev. Wright? I thought Pres. Obama was worshipped for his godly abilities to bring all races together and introduce hope and change? That doesn’t sound like change to me. I guess I should stop writing this column and embrace what is…right?
For the first time in 56 years a president did not show up at the “Salute to Heroes ball,” a ball to thank the veterans and Medal of Honor recipients just by attending. But have no fear, Pres. Obama did make it to the Youth Ball, where Kid Rock and Kanye West played.
Well, if all of this did not inspire you, how about buying a Pres. Obama thong or action figure? What about some Obama Ice Cream? Yes, Pecan. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/01/09/yes-pecan-ben-jerrys-anno_n_156674.html