The economic downturn did start while he was on watch. But since I
don't blame specific ebbs and flows of the economy on any one
politician, you get a pass on that one.

"Economic downturn"? Where did that come from. Yes, the economy was less robust
in Clinton's final months, but we're discussing *government spending*. The
president is not directly responsible for boom and bust, but he OKs every
dollar spent by Congress during his watch. It *is*
reasonable to hold politicians accountable for government spending during their
terms.



Capitalism is the ultimate expression of freedom and liberty. You are
what you make of yourself. Since extreme leftists tend to demonize the
rich and successful, in order to push forth their idea of equality in
wealth.

Wake up, Dave. You're 50 years behind the times in your understanding of
liberalism.