Bush one, congress nothing

After weeks of tough talk, Bush wins. Congress backs down, because either their plan was flawed or they were afraid to take the heat. I remember years ago, some advice I was told. "Avoid a power struggle at all costs. If you can't avoid a power struggle, then you had better win at all costs."

This would have been good advice for congress. It's hard not to look at Capital Hill and not see lack of moral courage. The Dems had better be careful. The only one who appears not to have flinched is President Bush. By flinching, congress has made Bush look stronger, and the Dems look weaker.

I learned many years ago working with teenagers that they will push the envelope way further than most adults feel comfortable with so when a power struggle ensues, they have the advantage. President Bush appears to be able to push the envelope much further than others feel comfortable with so he will have the advantage.

Meanwhile our troops in the field continue to be in harm’s way as the republicans and democrats dance.