Why do I reflexively check for my wallet every time Mr. Bush makes a policy proposal? Here is his latest:
President Bush said today he would send proposed legislation to Congress to limit “frivolous lawsuits” as a way to help the economy grow.
Mr. Bush, speaking at a two-day White House-sponsored economic summit, said the legislation would curb class-action litigation, lawsuits seeking damages for exposure to asbestos and medical malpractice suits.
Now, maybe this really is an attempt by the President to reign in truly “frivolous” lawsuits. But given his policy track record to date, my guess is it is just another way of redistributing wealth from the poor and middle class to the rich. Who says Republicans aren’t in favor of income redistribution?
