The imaginary world of Republican government...

[The Velveteen Ocelot]

1. Here's an example of Republican thinking:

The state of Minnesota has a budget surplus. Naturally, Democrats would like to be able to do things like fund schools and transportation, since the state can afford it. But not the Republicans: "Rep. Jim Knoblach, R-St. Cloud, the House GOP leader on the budget, said the tighter budget is a response to the state’s solid financial status. With low unemployment rates and economic growth, he said it makes sense to cut spending on economic development and other state programs." http://www.startribune.com/state-gop-leaders-line-up-behind-budget-plan/420790393/

That's their answer to everything: When there's no money, cut spending on programs. When there's lots of money, cut spending on programs.