Thank You Washington

Today the House shot down the bailout plan. Don't get me wrong, I don't think the plan would save America, but the very reason some of these representatives voted against it infuriates me. Lines like "too risky this close to the election," have been common place over the week. We all assume they simply mean the presidential election, but do they? Well, as for me, I don't buy it.

There have been protests against this bailout, mostly by people who don't even understand what the other alternative really would be. There are a number of ignorant Americans who seem to think that the major banks and investment companies can go belly-up and yet will not effect the common America. Everyone is to blame for this crisis and the fact that the government is now needing to intervene due to stupid financial decisions is a necessary evil. But it is indeed necessary.

For those who aren't aware, these companies keep the economy afloat. Anyway, now as a result there are reps. voting against the bailout simply because their position in the House of Representatives might be jeopardized.

So here's a little thank you note to all the self-consumed leaders of our country who are doing such a good job at ensuring their own job security. Thank you for reminding us why we are in this situation in the first place.