Dim Bulbs In DC

They can't figure out how to secure our borders and prevent illegal invasion of our nation, but they want to tell us what kind of lightbulbs to use.

CNS tells us that Representative Don Manzullo (R-Ill.) has called legislation to make Americans switch from traditional incandescent light bulbs to compact fluorescent technology and more energy efficient lighting, a "last choice."

"The last thing we want to do is force legislation down people's throats," Manzullo said. But he said the goal to "greatly reduce the amount of electricity that lighting consumes" may require legislation to serve as a "focal point that you look at to try to move the country forward."

"There may be legislation that would pass under unanimous consent of both houses if it's done right," he said. "That's what I would like to see done."

Isn't that incredible? Years after the terrorist attack killing thousands in NYC, Republicans and Democrats are playing politics with our lives and property, but think it's good government to concern themselves with which form of lighting we will be forced to use.

It would be interesting to know how many of them have received donations, junkets and other favors from companies like Philips.

Update: Read this piece by my blogging pal Chris Leavitt.