Mike Tate’s Capitalism
A lot has been said -- actually, come to think of it, he's only been criticized for what he said -- about what Democratic Party Chairman Mike Tate, the 30 year-old wunderkind going on 10, in reaction to this weekend's Milwaukee Tea Party.
In case you missed it, here it is:
"These are extremist elements pulling together, distinct vocal minorities that frankly don't believe in this country," Tate said. "They don't want to see more people have access to quality affordable health care; they don't want clean air and water. They fundamentally don't understand how the American government, economy and capitalism work."
Fascinating...
How exactly is the American government, economy, and capitalism supposed to work Mike? Because I'd really like to know how the chairman of a state Democratic Party believes they should and do work.
Is it a government picking winners and losers in the market, and then bailout out companies which can't cut it out with tax dollars? Because, that's happening...under your party's control.
Is it regulation on top of regulation telling small businesses what they can and cannot do? Because that's happening...under your party's control.
We could go on and on here Mike, Democrats have controlled everything in Washington, DC and Madison for the past nine months and if you can't handle the masses not liking that, it's going to be a long, hard term for you sir.
A small bit of free advise Mr. Tate. Since August 15th, the day Jim Doyle announced he wasn't seeking re-election, you became THE de facto head of your party inside the boundaries of the State of Wisconsin. What he says, doesn't matter anymore; what you say, carries weight to it. Doyle is heading for the door (as fast as he can mind you), you are staying put.
Thankfully, guys like me are truly grateful that you are.
