They're Your Taxes. I'm Just The Messenger!

Hello my dear friends. It seems like every day we learn a little bit more about the big "Stimulus Package" that created jobs and saved the economy. Today I learned that two Stimulus Package grants, totaling $1.5 million, went to UC San Francisco to study erectile dysfunction in overweight, middle aged men AND the accurate reporting of one's sexual history! Not exactly the definition of "stimulus" I had in mind but important work none the less. In a ground breaking move, the study set out to determine if lifestyle changes could reduce erectile dysfunction in overweight, middle aged men. Umm...ok. I'm not a doctor but I thought that was what Viagra was for. Isn't that why insurance companies are required to pay for it? Also, I'm guessing that if you are middle aged and overweight, lifestyle changes might be in order for a myriad of reasons with the least being your sexual prowess. I mean, aside from politicians, how many middle aged fat guys are getting any action anyway? Regardless, the study cost almost $700,000 but hasn't produced any conclusions yet. Oh, and the job creation! According to their records, that study created ONE PART TIME JOB! Money well spent, don't you think? The second grant went to study why people don't accurately report their sexual history when asked. Again, I'm not a doctor but....could it be that they're embarrassed by it? I'm just spit balling here. I think a million dollar study was in order. Of course that study hasn't produced any results either but it is important work. Jobs created; 0.85. That's ZERO point 85 or, from what I can tell from my public school education, less than ONE. A rousing success (pun intended) wouldn't you say? I'm just glad to know that this Gubmint isn't just sitting around hoping things will get better. They're actively thinking about their winkies and doing something to ensure they continue to function well into their twilight years!
Po