Thread: A serious conflict of interest.

Okay. So I was on my way home yesterday and heard on the news in my truck that our dear leader is considering another bailout. "WHAT?" I say to myself. And then I hear what our dear leader intends to bail out: News organizations. Even the most ardent Obama supporter should have some very large red flags coming up over this.
I searched the net and found this article among others:Government Has No Business Bailing Out Newspapers the People Don't Want - US News and World Report

The quote that reflects my thoughts closest is this:

Second, direct government funding of newspapers would create a massive daily conflict of interest. "Today's news about the federal government is brought to you by our sponsor . . . the federal government." To many Americans, government-funded newspapers sound like a domestic echo of old Soviet state newspapers like Pravda.

For all of you who have supported Obama with all his hope filled and flowery speeches I have one question: Do you now regret it?
I could care less about what you think of Bushes leadership qualities so dont even consider bringing that into this discussion. The answer to the question should follow like this: "Yes" and the reason why or "no" and the reason why, and remember, Bush is no longer our President. No need to go down that route.
I will start a simple yes or no poll if you wish not to reveal yourself and I request that only those who voted for Obama vote but anyone is welcome to reply.