The era of big government is officially over.
We are now officially in the era of huge government.
"I feel like W just caved in big time to the left's pressure."
Tim, Presidents don't need to cave into either side's pressure in a situation like this. They are significantly stronger than you would give credit to any Dem or Rep President, especially one with his party controlling virtually all of government.
Whatever happened to personal responsibility. Your belief is what makes me mad about peoples' political ideals. If your guy does something you don't like, it's not his fault, it's the other side who MADE him do it.
Lame excuse at best.