Do we really want Democrats in charge?

By Larry Elder

"Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi of California and other House Democrats recently released a six-pronged 'New Direction for America' agenda for change: Real security and immediate phased pullout in Iraq; higher minimum wage; more affordable college; energy independence and lower gas prices; affordable health care; and something called 'Retirement Security and Dignity,' which calls for shoring up private pensions.

Notice anything missing? Not one word about North Korea. Not one word about Iran. And virtually every one of the six Democrat initiatives requires greater federal government intrusion, higher taxes and contempt for the private sector to compete and innovate. In short, 'fiscal irresponsibility.' " Read more.