Blackmail

There's another word for trading tax cuts for further unemployment benefits: blackmail.  I am sick and tired of the Democrats constantly trying to make the Republicans look heartless and evil.  They in turn should not cave in and should emphasize the importance of sacrifice and making do during tough times. And parents: instead of expecting others to donate a Wii or iPod to your child for Christmas, go buy them coloring books and crayons -- it doesn't cost a million dollars.