Clarification

Those who think that merely throwing money at a problem will solve it are seriously misguided. Begin by considering the millions of dollars wasted by some Katrina victims who, without careful supervision, spent their "entitlements" on frivolities instead of necessities. Next, there is the false altruism of raising the minimum wage. Businesses are not evil entities and most operate on a tight budget. When they must raise some salaries, they are forced to let some other people go. The same with government mandated paid maternity leaves. Businesses, much as they have done when discriminating against and firing smokers, will stop hiring women who might get pregnant.

I may have been premature in crowing about the significance of the discovery of WMDs, but it does appear that many of Saddam's weapons have been moved to Syria. I don't believe President Bush lied, and he has never wavered in his efforts to keep us secure. Those accusing him of anything less than sincerity are usually tax-and-spend politicians who believe that tearing him down will enhance their chances of re-election. Don't let them embitter you.