Every rose garden has its thorn

In a Rose Garden press conference, President Bush told the American people that he knows exactly who is to blame for the economic mess we're in: Congress. Congressional leaders shot back saying that they know exactly who is to blame for our current economic woes: President Bush. The biggest problem with Team Bush's proposals for dealing with the energy crisis is that even if it were enacted in toto, it still would require years before any tangible change would occur in fuel costs. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi came back with three proposals of her own. And since Bush can't get his bills passed and since Congressional Democrats can't muster enough votes to override a presidential veto, don't expect more than bluster as the economy continues to burn during this presidential season. As for that soon to arrive Team Bush economic stimulus check, expect that to go right into the gas tank.