This story is purely satire. The characters presented herein may appear real but they are unreal. When questioned yesterday on his proposed $36 billion cuts to Medicare over the next five years, President Bush said "I know there are a lot of older Americans who are as concerned as I am about cutting the deficit. And…and…I know some of them are dying to help me succeed in cutting the deficit."
Using strategies proposed by his top adviser Karl Rove, Bush made his comments on the Medicare cuts at an Alzheimer's day care center. Approximately 50 people with Alzheimer's, and 50 faith-based volunteers, were present for the forum titled "Cutting the Deficit for Your Grandchildren." The President was interrupted numerous times by applause from the volunteers.
When asked by a family member of one of the day care center residents if he realized these cuts could lead to the early death of seniors the President said "I understand…Americans understand that we face hard choices. As President, I face many hard choices everyday. But, I know the American people are willing to make the sacrifices necessary for future generations to enjoy the freedoms we all enjoy today."
None of the seniors in the audience seemed fazed by the proposed cuts. Many were actually nodding their heads while staring at volunteers.
The President's budget represents a 10% reduction in Medicare spending. Ask about reductions in the amount of time seniors will be allowed to rent oxygen and power wheelchairs, White House Press Secretary Scott McClellan said "With less health care available the administration believes that older Americans will need these devices for a shorter period of time."
President Bush ended his remarks by stating that he lost his grandparents too. But, with the love and support of his family and his church he remembers them fondly.
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