GOP Litmus Test

Sen. Coburn's amendments to rescind the budget pork appropriated for the Alaska "bridge to nowhere" and other items should be regarded as a litmus test for Republican candidates for president in the 2008 race.

These proliferating "earmarks" have corrupted the budget. They undermine efforts for pro-growth tax reform. They mock tax and economic freedom.

Of those senators whose names are prominently mentioned as potential 2008 candidates, those missing from a yea vote on Coburn include Bill Frist and Sam Brownback.

Those who did vote for Coburn on the GOP side include Sen. George Allen. Sen McCain voted for Coburn's first amendment, but was apparently not present for the Alaska vote.

Other possible candidates such as Gov. George Pataki, Rudy Guiliani and Gov. Mitt Romney should go on the record for or against Coburn.

GOP activists, are you watching carefully?

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GOP Litmus Test