Hey Big Lug: Grow up!

Governor Culver is a good man.  I know that from spending hours with him as a photographer while he was Secretary of State.  I also know that his wife Mari has a very funny biting wit. Her calling him a "Big Lug" is one of the few comments suitable for TV.  Being a good guy, however, and being a good governor are two different things.  

Republicans and Democrats are urging him to support a 8 - 10 cent increase in the gas tax.  It's time to get on board.  

Frankly, I don't understand his opposition:  1.  The tax is paid partly by those driving across our state (although the 20% estimate from supporters seems high to me).  2.  Both Dems and Republicans support it so there's little political fallout.  3.  Iowans like good roads and don't mind paying taxes for something we can actually see have a positive impact. 4. Construction spending will be much less this summer.  Providing additional jobs to those workers is a good idea for all concerned.

I hope Mari gives the Big Lug a push to get his head out of his ass.