This man is an embarrassment

On CNN.com this morning: Bush to comment on tsunami disaster

This jackass has been mysteriously absent on the world scene, as the world tries to respond to one of the worst disasters in memory. I've always been proud of our country's quick response to disasters wherever they may strike. We have a long history of generosity and desire to help those in need.

Apparently, Bush needs to have people gather and advise him as to the right course of action. Later today, I'm sure he'll appear long enough to tell us how deeply moved he is, right before he goes back to not giving a shit. The amount of support we've offered is nothing compared to what we could and should do.

He doesn't even care about poor Americans, so why should I expect him to care about anyone else?

Oh, speaking of his lack of caring for people lacking millions of dollars, did everyone hear about this? Apparently, W and his cronies are considering a tax proposal that would "eliminat[e] the deduction of state and local taxes on federal income tax returns and scrapping the business tax deduction for employer-provided health insurance."

Why are they considering this? So they can "shield interest, dividends and capitals gains from taxation" and "expand tax breaks for business investment."

So, once again, they are trying to give their rich buddies tax breaks. How? Well one way is by indirectly denying working people health insurance.

The other way will crush economies of states like mine. In New York, we do silly things like spending a lot on our schools. That's why we turn out more Westinghouse/Intel finalists than you can count. Well, take away that tax deduction, and the weight of those school taxes becomes crushing.

Also, we have a relatively high state income tax. It pays for lots of services, and those services help keep this state in excellent condition. Well, surprise, surprise. A large state that went solidly against Bush is in the crosshairs of a crushing tax change. Such a shock!

Bastard. I'm so glad I supported the efforts to knock him out of office. I hate that he won, but that's something we have to live with. I just hope the damage isn't too serious before his next four years are up.

This latest move may be a trial balloon they're floating to scare us, so what they really want will seem mild in comparison. They've done it before. Even so, let's not take a chance. Please write to your Representative and Senators and ask them to oppose this horrible plan. While you're at it, pushing for more help for the tsunami victims would be a good idea, too!