This seems to be the thought process of many of the elected officials in DC today…

Step 1: Pass Auto Bailout in the House. Check.

The United States House of Representatives just passed the latest round of government handouts (237-170), this time with the taxpayers money directed towards the troubled automakers.

Step 2: Pass Auto Bailout in the Senate. coming soon.

Step 3: Adjourn Congress, go back to districts and receive praise. Then come back to Washington to find out this “bridge loan” didn’t do as much as they had hoped and start this whole process again.

Step 4: Write a book.

While today’s proceedings were fairly dry, I’m convinced that things in the Senate will definitely be more colorful tomorrow (Thursday). This is probably the last time the GOP will be able to flex some muscle on the Senate floor for awhile, so it could definitely be a good show.

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