Bennett speaks in St George

The republican party held celebratory breakfast in honor of Abraham Lincoln's 200th birthday, on Saturday morning. Senator Robert Bennett flew all night from Washington, where he and other republican's fought to keep the over a 1000 page stimulus package from passing. The bill was passed without one representative either from the house or senate having read it in its entirety. The bill became available at eleven p.m. eastern time on thursday. In normal circumstances the bill would would require at least 48 hours, and pass through at least three committees before a vote would occur. But the recent rule changes in the house and senate allowed for protocol to be skipped over the biggest bill every passed by the United States government. The bill passed through both houses by 5:30 p.m. friday

There were several speakers, but none were as captivating as Senator Bennett. He expressed his frustrations with the stimulus bill and how the republicans were shunned from its development. He expressed his concern for our local and international economy, and ensures he will continue to act on behalf of utah and for our best interests. He spoke with passion and conviction.

Though both parties have been guilty of closed door legislation; it doesn't make it right for anyone to do it. It is shameful our government is comprised of 'mature' adults, and they can behave no better then students at any junior high.


Note: If you want to be a fly on the wall, don't lean against the wall and turn the lights off. People tend to notice. Thankfully Senator Bennett's son Jim, is a former teacher and director of mine and gave me a front row seat to the event.