More rank naiveté
Yeah, it may be wishful thinking, but I'm beginning to see signs that the whole anti-pork movement may be gaining traction. And have you checked out The Corner lately? They're gushing over John McCain. Yes, I'm serious. This could spell a sea change.
Yes, I know that congressmen are addicted to pork. But why? They think their constituents are addicted. If the voters continue to demand responsible custodianship of their tax dollars, who know? Fiscal conservatism may make a comeback after all. I realize that tight-fisted money management may never be the majority view in Washington, but I'd settle for it being a sizeable faction at this point.