My prayer to President Obama as he begins his Public Works Proposals [View All]

[The Backlash Cometh]

President Obama, I'm sure that what I have to say isn't news to you, but, sir, when you begin your public works projects, please ensure that the money gets trickled down properly. Just a suggestion, but, Do NOT give the money to the states and allow them to decide how it will get dispersed. Vet your construction management teams carefully and don't just hand over contracts because people have been long-time Democrats.

If the rest of the states are like Florida, there are politically connected private developers who have been living the good life on government money. They have been doing this thing for quite a while and their networks are so vast and strong that it has affected the culture around them. Should the rights of a common person get in the way of their ambitions, they do not hesitate to plow right through because they know it's nearly impossible for someone of modest means to find their way around the court system. And to make it even harder, they have learned how to create chaos to destabilize the community so by the time that those who are left behind figure out what happened, it's generally too late for recourse.

Entire generations are being raised under this hostile roof and never really connect with the community because the only way through it, is to learn to trust no one. This is not a healthy formula for the future of America.

So, sir, I suggest before you hand out contracts, go to the FBI and find out what is really happening in the area. I'm sure the FBI knows the hot spots around the state and, probably, about now, some may be feeling remorse for doing nothing when they should have stepped in to protect those who can't protect themselves.

And one more thing: Be wary of the lawyers. There are good and bad in every industry, and maybe now is the time to seek out the good lawyers, the ones who have been marginalized because they held onto their high principles. Perhaps you should seek them out and find out what they have to say. Oh, and PS, remember Tenet and his medal. Just because someone is adorned with accolades may mean the exact opposite of what you think it should mean.

Good luck, Mr. President. May your good heart control the direction of your decisions.