In spite of the enthusiastic, feel-good rhetoric, the purpose of H.R.
2895 is similar to that of so much other legislation that creates or
expands entitlement programs. It produces a group of people beholden to
the generosity of the Federal Government for their daily needs. In
other words, legislators create a solid voting bloc among their
constituents who have an interest in maintaining them in power. It is
as disgraceful to American politics as it is disingenuous.
It would, of course, be wonderful if all housing were affordable for the
poor and the middle class but it is not the job of the government to
build or distribute houses. It requires hard work and smart savings to
afford a house, not instant handouts from the Federal Government.
President George W. Bush has stated he will be veto H.R. 2895 should it
come before him. If it does may he fulfill his commitment.