That doesn't even make sense. Is this something that only works in an American politics context? I thought the generally accepted method of robbing taxpayers was to ram through hugely unpopular legislation or programs over the vocal protests of the citizenry, usually without allowing them ample time to assess the impact or make public commentary. (Yes, I'm lookin' at you and your damn NAFTA pact, Brian Baloney, and you and your electricity privatisation plan, Mike Harris -- remember that teachers' strike?)
Huh?