I certainly wouldn't argue with anyone who holds a low opinion of our government's ability to manage our money for the benefit of anyone who is not a large corporate campaign contributor. I still like my politicians to be a bit crazy; I want decent entertainment for my money. In fact, why don't we get bread with these circuses?

About the references: here's one that spawned two BF threads (I couldn't find the one I wanted, but this one is close enough): http://www.grist.org/article/2010-09...uld-be-unfair/

The two threads are: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...costs+of+roads

and http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...costs+of+roads

Another interesting, although third-hand type: http://www.assmotax.org/Releases/AMC...%20Subsidy.php