Rich Blues

The news that tax breaks introduced by President George W. Bush would be extended brought sighs of relief from the group described by Andy Borowitz as "the wealthiest .0000001% of Americans."  

Many had feared the tax cuts would be eliminated, causing great anxiety among the nation's zillionaires.  This angst among the wealthy reminded one of our correspondents of the Martin Mull song "Rich Blues," which includes these heartfelt lyrics:   

"I got up this morning and my new Mercedes was gone.

 Yes, I got up this morning and my new Mercedes was gone.

 Well, I got so damn depressed I threw my drink across the lawn."

They don't write songs like that any more.