Chicago Tribune (!) - Washington - First, Do No Harm

It's crucial to keep in mind that recessions are temporary things, and they end even without decisive measures by Congress. What the political class does in the coming weeks is not likely to have a big effect on total employment.

In the long run, however, sound policies that give private companies the freedom to do what they do best, without onerous taxes and regulations, can make a difference. In the current political climate, unfortunately, Washington is more likely to do the opposite."

Chicago paper's EDITORIAL PAGE gets it right. Hope the boys in the White House still read the hometown rag.