Republicans Blame Others

George W. is trying to stay relevant again.
This time he's blaming Congress for his inaction and "for blocking his initiatives to mitigate rising energy costs..." Although he places blame, Georgie never really mentions what his initiatives were. Just that the mean old Congress is in his way.

Bush said he would ``take a look'' at any proposals that may come from Congress. He said Congress would open more domestic land to oil exploration if it was ``truly interested'' in solving the problem of high gas prices.

What he really means is he would take a look at any proposal he would have written himself.
When it came to a plan to halt purchasing of oil for the US Reserve, Bush said no. Even when fellow Republicans recommended it. Yes, even other Republicans have ideas of things to DO.
If anyone's confused about W's continued inaction plan, the AP put together this nice little Fact vs. Fiction sheet.

Republicans Eat With Silver Spoons

I decided to take a break this weekend and see how things are going in Mexico. I'm also writing it off on my taxes as research for this blog. It's sort of like time traveling to an alternate future where McCain wins the presidency. Oh, what? Am I really comparing an America with a McCain Administration to Mexico? It's far fetched, I know. But Mexico has much better food and more colorful architecture which trumps all. But I digress. During my down time, the McCain Blogette made 2, count 'em 2, posts which weren't those god awfully worthless playlists and George Bush made some crazy statements. I'm working as fast as I can but I can do so much at once!
First things first. The Blogette!
They know class when they see it.
Oh, Mama McCain...
What? I mean...seriously...any day now...
My number's probably on the wall of most bathrooms in the tri-county area...just saying...*wink*

McCain's smartest move yet! Get 'em while they're young! Although...he may not be around to reap the benefits if you know what I'm saying...

Republicans Are So Hallelujah

The McCain Blogette has finally come out of their hiatus, sort of. Their fantastic photographer, Heather, posted some of her favorite photos from the campaign. They have also added a feature that allows you to zoom in on their photos. Hallelujah!

I don't think this really helps with the whole age thing...

Republicans Make News

Bush unveils Environmental Inaction Plan!
Meanwhile, the Republican women prepare for TV talk shows.
Laura and Jenna Bush will host the Today Show.
While Cindy McCain hosts the View.

Republicans Hate Immigrants

Immigration raids have apparently continued.
Who better to blame for a lagging economy than the silent population living in the shadows? (Nice bit of poetry, huh?)
My favorite part is where justification for putting poor immigrants out of work is:

"[John Chakwin] recounted the story of a woman in New York with a heart condition, whose medical care was snarled by health insurance inquiries about her identity. A worker at the Mount Pleasant plant had stolen her Social Security number"

I'm so sure it was this worker who personally stole it. How many of us can afford a plane ticket from Dallas to BFE, New York on minimum wage?
Why not put more effort into ending identity theft? Or maybe do a better job prosecuting identity thieves? Because of course we can't blame the companies that are doing faulty checks on illegal immigrants:

"We have cooperated fully with the government," said Ray Atkinson, a Pilgrim's Pride spokesman, at corporate headquarters in Pittsburg, Texas.

Plus if you're a real Republican you probably think businesses will solve our problems and do what's right for people anyway, so why bother with government intervention?

Republicans Induce Emergency Posts!

Could it be? Are those god damn liberals taking over the world?
Bush to announce goal for stopping greenhouse emissions!
Uhm...it's April 15...I think he's a couple of weeks late on pulling pranks...
The big announcement comes tomorrow but I'm sure he'll be all laissez-faire.

Republicans Really Love Laissez-Faire

John McCain has proposed an economic plan. Cue the happy or horror music depending on your preferences.
Read and note the 2 counts of flip-flopping.

• "He called once again for making the Bush tax cuts, which he voted against, permanent, and for cutting corporate taxes..."
Hoot and holler about the damages of giving rich people more money, but then take it back and reaffirm your conservative ideals by not only letting rich people keep their money but also giving corporate America more money, too.
• "[McCain] would be willing to break from some of the economic policies of the Reagan and Bush administrations." What the hell? What kind of flip flopper flip flops by saying, "Oh, well...maybe us Republicans are kind of wrong..." Laissez-Faire indeed.

Moreover, my dear friend Meghan said her father is terrified about climate change. But he's all Laissez-Faire on that, too.
• "[McCain] called on Congress to suspend the 18.4 cent a gallon federal gas tax from Memorial Day until Labor Day. Mr. McCain said that doing so would provide 'an immediate economic stimulus,' but some environmentalists said that the change might encourage more people to use their cars, while Mr. McCain has made combating global warming central to his campaign."
I think Johnny's campaign would benefit much more if he portrayed an image of youth by riding a bike between campaign stops. It's just a suggestion...

Republicans Prefer Laissez-Faire

John McCain in said in this non-news story that contrary to what he said in an earlier interview ("It is not the duty of government to bail out and reward those who act irresponsibly."), he would indeed help people who are suffering under the economic crisis. Pay attention to a close part of the article that says, "...his plan would apply only to people who have subprime mortgages on their primary residences who could show that they would be able to meet the terms of a new, 30-year fixed-rate mortgage."
So...essentially, people who can't afford a home but are fooled into thinking they can are acting irresponsibly and it is not the government's role to to fix this problem BUT if you can afford your new higher interest rate house then you should be rewarded with a lower interest? How does this fix the problem? Why is John McCain flip flopping?
Maybe I've just got it all wrong. Check out the wiki article on the current economic crisis and correct me if you must.

Republicans Love Vacations

Today I received some upsetting news. The McCain Blogette is going on hiatus for a few weeks! Ahhhh! It seems John McCain's biography tour is coming to a close. I'll be counting down the minutes until I can read Meghan's witty musings. Here's an example of what I mean for those of you unfamiliar with the Blogette.

Meghan's sure putting that Ivy League Art History degree to good use. She even followed up that caption by commenting on another photo with, "More haircuts."
Since the Blogette will be gone for a while, my meager commentary will have to tide you fellow Republican Lovers over. I'll try to kick this into high gear.

Well it's okay if you're pitching not if you're catching.

Diva, what are you doing here?!

What? I mean Diet Coke...I've got the addiction, too...

Republicans Love Money

Again, courtesy of the McCain Blogette. Meghan McCain and Mom go shopping for expensive things at a political jewelry store. Well to set the record straight, on her blog Meghan never says they bought anything...wrong of me to assume.

While the McCain women were off spending John's tax payer salary (or Cindy's independent wealth) 80,000 Americans lost their jobs.

You'd think they'd show a little more sympathy by at least NOT publicizing their diamond and pearls shopping spree.

Republicans Love Their Mamas

A look at hot lesbian sex on the McCain bus, thanks to the McCain Blogette.

Below the belt, I know. Whatever. I'm not sure who's mom this is. I assume it's John's. Which of course makes this woman...wow...yeah...I need a calculator to figure this one out...
Sick burn, sick burn.