FEMA

Federal Excuse Making Agency - that's what is seems to stand for now.

The agency worked wonderfully for Americans when it was run by the Democrats, it saved lives and helped protect against disasters. That's two things! And it was Bill Clinton and James Lee Witt who ran the joint, in case anyone more Republicans forget.

Yes, that's the same James Lee Witt whom Al Gore did or did not meet with in Texas. This was actually an issue George Bush brought up to show his competence in dealing with disasters, and his peldge to put the "adults" back in charge, bring "honor and integrity" back to the White House, and restore a sense of personal responsibility to America. Oh, and handle natural disasters competently. (Thanks to Atrios.)

But I guess those things don't matter too much when you're poll numbers are tanking.

Instead of dodging responsibility and filling his boss' mouth and brain with sound bites, Karl Rove should use some of his clout and position as Senior Advisor to create some policies that solve actual problems.