George W. Bush has finally, after six long years, decided he is going to veto a piece of legislation. Of course, it's contrary to his previous statements, directly questions the independence of the legislature, and may act as a referendum on the power and influence of the religious right versus the preferences and opinions of the American people.via Bodyhack:
This sets the stage for — finally! — a showdown between the executive and legislative branches of government. At that point, Republicans in both houses of Congress will have a gut-check on their loyalty to Bush and the Religious Right, versus the reality of running for reelection while not standing up for research that is supported by the vast majority of Americans.
For 6 years he has had the house and the senate in his pocket. But now as his power with For 6 years he has had the house and the senate in his pocket. But now as his power is slipping with the legislative branch and the American people, not to mention the rest of the world, Bush is in a position that he has only had to be in with the media, playing defense. So, why not veto to something that could save thousands of people just to show you have still have power in the country and are still trying to appease the republican bible belt base that is all to happy to jump on the Presidents Christian Crusade.