So I think most of us can agree on two points: 1) the economy is tanking, fast and 2) very few Dems (or any pols, for that matter) are speaking of solutions that will make a difference in the lives of we Little People most affected by that. Others have told me that even if the Phonebook Theory proves true, it will be very hard, well-nigh "impossible" in terms of realpolitik, for a Democratic administration and Congress to find the money needed for stimulus and aid programs. Now, I'm too radical to buy that excuse, "the money just won't be there," but I'm practical enough to believe that no politician elected this fall will propose an 80% cut and redirection of the DoD and war budgets to social programs. Short of a 'pitchforks and torches' movement/takeover of DC, that's just not going to happen.
But I was sorry to hear some news from a friend yesterday, news that was depressingly familiar. Job loss, and loss of health insurance, and the derailment from her plan to retire soon in minimal comfort. I'm fond of the saying, "No one will save you but you," and I'm starting to think it's time to take the next step along the path of that particular faith. My question is: are we ready to start helping each other?
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