Let's be clear: We can't expect relief from the tired old theories that, in eight short years, doubled the national debt, threw our economy into a tailspin, and led us into this mess in the first place. We can't rely on a losing formula that offers only tax cuts as the answer to all our problems while ignoring our fundamental economic challenges – the crushing cost of health care or the inadequate state of so many schools; our addiction to foreign oil or our crumbling roads, bridges, and levees.
Oh wait... Did say that?
No the President of the United States said it!! Dang.
That quote was from a speech he gave over the weekend. Today I listened to a very long press conference he held. It's a bit weird.
First off, I can barely remember a press conference the previous President gave let alone one in the first month.
Most importantly, Obama sounds fucking smart. He sounded like he personally knew what the hell he was talking about and he was talking about good common sense. I honestly dont remember any President talking like that (except recent interviews with Jimmy Carter). No wishy-washy political BS. Simply amazing.
I am still quite doubtful about the TARP, the bailout and the new stimulus plan but so far I am very impressed with the President himself. I just hope he knows what he is doing...
