Bush is not opposed to renewing this program he simply opposes this Democratic boondogle that cost too much money because it covers not only kids but also adults. Also, he opposes the income level that would be eligible for support. The bill he vetoed would have allowed children in homes with a annual income of $60,000 to be eligible for the program.

Bush, and other like-minded Republicans want to renew the program at a more modest level and restrict participation to the kids it originally was designed to protect. Poor kids, no adults.

The Democrats are merely using the Bill as a political tool to try to distort Bush's position. If you don't believe that, see what happens when additional legislation is introduced designed by Republicans to bring about a compromise. If the Democrats are willing to compromise, then I am wrong. If they merely send the president the same bill again (as Senator Schumber has suggested they will do), it's all politics.

DougR