Tax Big Oil for war

President Bush: I know it is expecting way too much to have you apologize for the irreparable damage you have done to the U.S. economy, but you could atone to the American people somewhat by enacting an excess-profits tax on gasoline and diesel sales.

There is no longer an doubt that this ugly conflict in Iraq is all about oil. Despite your pleas that this is for "Iraqi Freedom," or "fighting the war on terror," it is obvious to anyone with a lick of common sense tht is it totally about protecting Big Oil's interests in the Middle East.

I feel it would be appropriate at this time for you to encourage your Big Oil brothers to contribute tohelp reduce the trillions of dollars in deficits incurred by conducting this immoral and un-called-for war. I challenge you to do the right thing for the American people.

Ray Blowers

Spokane, WA

The Spokesman-Review