[lbo-talk] most Americans no fan of stimulus program

[Miles Jackson]

Doug Henwood wrote:
> August 18, 2009
>
> Many Americans See Stimulus’ Costs, Not Benefits
> Slim majority thinks it would be better to spend less on stimulus
>
> by Jeffrey M. Jones
>
> PRINCETON, NJ -- Several months after it was passed, Americans have 
> their share of reservations about the economic stimulus plan. A slim 
> majority of Americans, 51%, including most Republicans and 
> independents, say it would have been better for the government to have 
> spent less money to stimulate the economy. Three in 10 Americans -- 
> including nearly half of Democrats -- say the government is spending 
> the right amount, while 13% of the public believes the government 
> should be spending more. 

I don't know how to say this without sounding condescending, but I'll 
let it fly: how do we make informed decisions in a democratic society 
when so many are this fucking clueless?

Miles