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Gov. Perry Wise to Accept Stimulus Funds, Must Follow the Money

With no lack of criticism coming to Texas Gov. Rick Perry the past several days over his decision to accept stimulus aid, we must remember that we too, as Texans, are facing sluggish economic times. There is no doubt Houston, and Texas in general, has been spared the wrath of the recession felt country-wide and beyond, however Texas would, and will be able to advance out of this slump, and bounce back stronger than before with federal aid received.

While neither he, nor I, have changed our views on the stimulus package and President Obama's horrible methods for recovering for a recession, the estimated $17 billion that will make its way inside the Lone Star State will be openly welcomed and equally appreciated.

One might say this creates a double standard when bashing the Democrats for their lavish and downright outrageous spending habits, however there are clear differences between an administration that inherited a $1.3 trillion deficit over years (plural) and will spend more than that amount in 2009 (year - singular), and a fiscally conservative state, led by Gov. Perry, who can use this opportunity to wisely better our great state in many sectors.

From easing the burden of college costs for families, to decongesting our heavily clogged inner-city highways, there is a register the size of Santa Claus' naughty list on ways we can "shop smart" with our funds, and not letting the federal monies end up in cumbersome government programs that end up seeking more money in the long run.

A common misconception about the administration's spending package and its naysayers is that no matter what President Obama does, the Republicans will oppose. Not true.
Spending money to build back a strong economy is fine. Spending like a wild teenager who just got introduced to a credit card with no monetary limit is not fine. Supporting liberal organizations that aided in your election, giving financial wheelbarrows of aid to plans and projects that will not stimulate the economy and create substantial employment, and printing more and more money, while devaluing our American dollar, is not okay with us and should not be okay with you - the American taxpayer.

To Mr. Perry, some simple tips on making the most of this project.
First and foremost, remember you serve us - the Texas citizens. As simple the statement, it appears it is a forgotten thought to many in Washington that they serve us, and they answer to us. Political leaders such as yourself represent the American people and in doing so keep in mind that this money is about improving the economy and bettering life for us, the American people, and us, Texans.
Secondly, transparency and public influence are key. Please though, not the Obama-esque transparency that leaves billions of the economic spending package dollars vaguely placed in the "Other" category on the Recovery.gov website. Mr. Perry in part has already proved this point, noting that if he finds there is funding that could be spent in a way that would create more harm than good, "[I] would be opposed to using those funds."
Finally, we have become a society that thinks much ado about nothing when referring to anyone, and anything but ourselves. Projects and developments that can have a beneficial impact not only for us, but for future generations and future Texans, will show the true ideology and values of you, and conservatives alike.

The ball is in Govenor Perry's court. It's his time. If he follows the money and is wise with his decisions - two very simple concepts - the plusses of the acceptance of the stimulus aid and its fiscal and practical use will far outweigh the current minuses in Washington.
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Sign, Spend, and Skedaddle!

I love it. I absolutely love it.
I have to hand it to these Democrats. They’re very clever - sneaky, but clever. Let’s sign this 1,000-page monstrosity, with no one getting a chance to read the damn thing, and then run off in to the sunset. That way, we’re out of dodge and don’t have to deal with those pesky Republicans and they’re common sense.

Oh America, it’s crazy but sometimes I think we’re headed in to a wrong direction. But nah, we’re in Candyland now with hope, change, dreams, and dancing monkeys too.

In some not so obvious news, the House passed and happily approved Obama’s stealfromus stimulus plan with $787 billion in spending – the largest spending bill in American history. We await Senate backing.

And despite united, firm Republican opposition, along with seven surprisingly-sharp Democrats, it was an obvious victory for the administration and the left.

Now, who’s ready for a weekend getaway to Rome? No? How about a quick rendezvous in Chicago? We could pick up the Blagojevich’s and paint the town red!

If it sounds crazy, you’re not alone. But sadly, it’s the mindset of your great leaders – Barack “Brothers, pull your pants up” Obama and Nancy “500-million Americans will lose their jobs” Pelosi.

After a sly thumbs-up signal to the press on the news that the House passed the economic do-nothing plan, Barry O is off to Chicago for a weekend getaway with the fam. Because, you know, there isn’t anything going on right now in Washington.

And while the Obama’s will feast on some of that great Chicago pizza, Pelosi will likely be saying “That’s amore!” in-between bites of lasagna as she’ll be jetting over to Rome for some “important meetings” that possibly involve a sit-down with Pope Benedict XVI and to receive some award with her name on it (because hey, when you’re Nancy Pelosi you need any award you can get). The Botox Queen will live it up in The Eternal City for over a week, just FYI.

Meanwhile, you, the average American, sit in your home, knowing that you’re about to live in a country that is nearly $1 trillion (that’s twelve zeroes) deeper in deficit and run by a group of politiscammers that make Mexico’s government look semi-intelligent.

You can take pride in knowing that your government “leaders” have taken their dreams, wishes, and sidebar organizations, funded them to the max, and called it an economic stimulus package. Great! Spending money they (we) don’t have and then out they go for their lavish vacations. Wait, is this our American government, or am I watching an episode of The Hills?

I’m not sure about you, but I’d love to take in a game at Wrigley Field or zip over to Rome and see the sights without a care in the world, but unlike Washington I have some sense (not to mention a 9-to-5), and I know the best I can do for now is pop in my “Evening in Barcelona” music CD and try to make the most of it with a martini in hand.

What happened to all the “common sense” coming to Washington? What happened to all that promised transparency? Not more than a month in office and already false promises? It’s called the Obama administration.

Signed, sealed, and delivered? No.

Sign, spend, and skedaddle. True cowards. True liberals. True Obama government.

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