You tell ‘em, Gov Perry!

I came across a blog entry from the Americans for Prosperity web page that struck some of my interest.

(Click here to view the blog)

Governor Perry wrote a pretty heart touching letter to the President of the United States, Barack Obama, in response to stipulations in the $787 billion stimulus package. "On behalf of the people of Texas, please allow this letter to certify that we will accept the funds in H.R. 1 and use them to promote economic growth and create jobs in a fiscally responsible manner that is in the best interest of Texas taxpayers," Perry said. "I remain opposed to using these funds to expand existing government programs, burdening the state with ongoing expenditures long after the funding has dried up."

The author of the blog entry I am referring to gives thanks to the Governor for making an effort to protect Texas taxpayers. As for me, I am all for this plan. If Rick Perry makes this promise and sends it straight to the president, we definitely have something to look forward to. The blogger is also proud to hear that the government should not be paying for supplemental programs and instead promote expansion. Though the economic state of the State and National debts are rather high, its nice to know that we have people like the Governor and President to take ownership and accountability into action to get the economy back into order.

To view a PDF version of Gov. Perry's letter, click here.